The city and the lake in writing
History, architecture, Baikal, food and the seasons — writing that helps you see more than meets the eye.
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Arkady Dvorkovich said that in 2009 the average ruble rate could be from 31 to just under 32 rubles per dollar if oil prices stay at current levels or rise slightly. He…
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In Irkutsk, banks began warning borrowers of possible rate hikes on already issued loans, and Svyaz Bank was first to report this. Lawyers say it will be hard to…
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Deputies of the Irkutsk City Duma ended the year by approving a balanced 2009 budget of 10 billion 15 million rubles. Ahead are new tasks, a contest for Irkutsk's anthem…
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In Irkutsk, after nearly 20 years of restoration, the main house of the Sukachev museum estate has opened to visitors, once the citys cultural center and art gallery.
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At Irkutsk gas stations, fuel prices fell again. Gasoline and diesel dropped by 1 ruble. Now all stations have the same prices. AI-80 costs 20 rubles, AI-92 21.5 rubles…
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At his first press conference after taking office, Irkutsk Region Governor Igor Yesipovsky spoke in detail about key regional decisions, from the 2009 budget to support…
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Irkutsk Mayor Vladimir Yakubovsky summed up 2008 as successful, roads were rebuilt, new squares and fountains opened, the first phase of hospital 10 was completed, and…
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On December 21 a nationwide rally against new rules for importing foreign cars will be held across Russia, set to take effect on January 11, 2009. Higher customs duties…
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At a meeting with Dmitry Medvedev, the revised forecast for Russias social and economic development for 2009 was discussed, which has worsened markedly because of…