Archive for May 21st, 2009

Russia, EU seek to bridge gulfs in Far East (AFP)

Written by on Thursday, May 21st, 2009 in 238315.

Russian and European officials are seen holding a session of the Russia-EU Summit in Khabarovask. Addressing the session, Medvedev said the focus of the discussions would be the financial crisis, energy issues and security.(AFP/Alexander Nemenov)AFP – Russian and EU leaders sought to thrash out differences on energy and security at a summit held deep in the Far East in an apparent bid by Russia to convince Europe of its power.

Original post by AFP and software by Elliott Back

New Zealand tyke buys earthmover in online auction (AP)

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AP – A New Zealand mom made some online bids on toys before napping. Then her 3-year-ancient daughter took over and bought a larger plaything than expected ? a huge earth-moving digger for a cool $12,300.

Original post by AP and software by Elliott Back

Malkin scores 3 as Pens win 7-4, take 2-0 lead (AP)

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Pittsburgh Penguins' Chris Kunitz (14) celebrates with Jordan Staal  after scoring a second-period goal against the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 2 of the NHL hockey Eastern Conference finals Thursday, May 21, 2009, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)AP – The Carolina Hurricanes talked and talked before the Eastern Conference playoffs started about the importance of slowing down Sidney Crosby. Maybe they forget about the Pittsburgh Penguins’ other star, Evgeni Malkin.

Original post by AP and software by Elliott Back



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