Monday, January 6, 2014

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been sending out New Year's greetings to world leaders, including to U.S. President Barack Obama

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been sending out New Year's greetings to world leaders, including to U.S. President Barack Obama, urging greater cooperation on international issues such as Syria, missile defense, and Edward Snowden, to foster global stability and bilaterally resolve some of the world's most complex problems.
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The US Coastguard has sent The Polar Star to help free a Russian research vessel and Chinese icebreaker

The US Coastguard has sent The Polar Star to help free a Russian research vessel and Chinese icebreaker from Antarctic ice, responding to requests from the Russian, Chinese, and Australian governments for aid. The ships became stuck on Christmas eve but stranded passengers have been keeping themselves busy with movies, impromptu yoga classes, and New Year's celebrations.