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RIA Novosti 14.02.2010, 14:38

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Irish parade in Moscow – a day of Russian-Irish friendship

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Dmitry Medvedev (L) and Vladimir Putin (RIA Novosti  / Pool) 04.01.2010, 02:33 9 comments

A healthy resolution: Putin and Medvedev ski into 2010

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Season of fun in full swing in Moscow

Published: 12 December, 2009, 17:30
Edited: 13 December, 2009, 13:09


The Russian Winter Festival – an annual event that highlights a variety of folk art and craft and is full of traditional food, music and gifts – has kicked off in Moscow

 
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Sarah December 12, 2009, 20:21 quote
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As long as Russians continue to practice their culture and celebrate their rich tradition, Russia will remain strong and Russia's many cultures and traditions will enrich the whole world. It seems to me winter and X. Mas season is the best time to visit Russia!

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