13:28 Art scheme helps Russian orphans
AN ARTISTS' co-operative has brought paintings by Russian orphans to Llangollen for Eisteddfod week as part of an unusual art aid scheme.

12:46 Dance Festival ends in Gala Show
According to the St. Petersburg Times, International Dance Festival Open Look, which started in St. Petersburg on July 1, has its gala performance on Saturday with most festival participants presenting joint projects.

12:23 Musical Experiments in Stereo
According to the St.Petersurg Times reports, Stereolab, one of the U.K.'s most original and innovative bands will bring its blend of lo-fi, lounge and electronica to St. Petersburg.