Facebook IPO gains to exceed commodity profits of Russian moguls
Facebook IPO gains to exceed commodity profits of Russian mogulsRTIt is not just commodities that create fortunes for Russian businessmen. Investment into the world's most popular social network Facebook could bring tycoons Alisher Usmanov and Yuri Milner billions in the aftermath of the site's huge IPO.Making money come rain or shinemydigitalfc.comall 3 news articles »
Beyond Bashar, Syria's rebels are facing far more significant resistance
Beyond Bashar, Syria's rebels are facing far more significant resistanceThe Daily StarThe most tangible result of Iraq's invasion was to advance the fortunes of the Shiite community, long subjugated by the Sunni minority of which Saddam was the most bloodthirsty example. Without officially being of the Syrian-Iranian alliance, ...and more »
Career girl: Maria Sharapova's sweet plan for success
Career girl: Maria Sharapova's sweet plan for successCNNThe Russian tennis star is focused on completing a coveted career grand slam of titles at the French Open starting next week, but she already has plans for her next off-court project. The 25-year-old is the world's highest-paid female athlete due to ...and more »
Russians top UK Rich List
Russians top UK Rich ListRTPrime Minister David Cameron's plea that “we're all in it together” does not seem to have been heeded by the wealthy, many of whom have not only managed to ride out the recession but have added to their fortunes. Unsurprisingly, wealthy Russians ...Indians, Russians top UK Rich ListEmirates 24/7Britain's richest see fortunes rise to record highEconomic TimesWealthiest share £414bn fortuneWalesOnlineall 424 news articles »
Mixed fortunes for Williams sisters
Mixed fortunes for Williams sistersStuff.co.nzSTRONG START: Serena Williams won her opening match at the Madrid Open, beating Elena Vesnina of Russia 6-3 6-1. Serena Williams marked her first European appearance of the season with victory on the Madrid Open's striking blue clay courts, ...and more »