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All four accused in Delhi rape case convicted

All four accused in Delhi rape case convicted

The arguments on sentencing will be heard by the court on Wednesday.

Poll: Russians critical of government performance

Poll: Russians critical of government performance

Only 16 per cent of Russian respondents believe the government can positively impact their future.

Russia: Tobacco taxes to finance healthcare

Russia: Tobacco taxes to finance healthcare

The smoking ban will be extended next year and the price of tobacco is already on the rise.

Charlize Theron praises Zuma AIDS efforts

Charlize Theron praises Zuma AIDS efforts

South Africa has the world's largest number of people living with HIV and AIDS.

Greenpeace: Moscow River overpolluted

Greenpeace: Moscow River overpolluted

The quantity of industrial pollutants in the Moscow River significantly exceeds safety standards, says Greenpeace.

Cigarettes in Russia to cost more

Cigarettes in Russia to cost more

The amendments are part of Russia's commitment to decrease the share of its smoking population.

Russian Vodka production dips as illegal spirits boom

Russian Vodka production dips as illegal spirits boom

The production of illegal spirits according to unofficial data accounts for 30 per cent of the market.

Wikipedia ‘under threat’ from new Russian law

Wikipedia ‘under threat’ from new Russian law

Russian court rulings may block access to pirated content under the new law.

Chinese institute develops 100 megapixel camera

Chinese institute develops 100 megapixel camera

It is currently China's highest pixel camera, the academy said in a statement.

New director appointed to Russia’s Bolshoi Theatre

New director appointed to Russia’s Bolshoi Theatre

Vladimir Urin’s predecessor Anatoly Iksanov headed the theatre for 13 years.