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Jolie’s link to video of crazed office clerk: It became an internet sensation with 11 million people watching an office clerk going berserk. But now an acclaimed Russian director says he was behind the cult video as a means of promoting his new movie, starring Angelina Jolie. The video showed a man lashing out at his frightened colleagues in a tirade of violence.

Zenit 3SL blasts off of Odyssey sea platform: Sea Launch is a joint venture by the United States, Russia, Ukraine and Norway that blasts off especially modified Zenit-3SL rockets with commercial payloads from a floating platform. Since launches are made from equatorial Pacific Ocean, the service is more cost-effective then land-based space launches. Block DM-SL, the upper, 3rd stage of the Zenit 3SL rocket is designed by Russian state space corporation RKK Energia. In USSR/Russia this upper stage is being used for heavy expendable launch systems, like the N1 rocket, Proton rocket and Zenit rocket. There were plans to use it for some other rockets as well (project Air Launch).

Get an eyeful of the North Caucasus: The Russian Caucasus is one the most interesting and visually stunning regions in the country. After a trip to Karachaevo-Cherkessiya, the RT special projects team put together this unique film of their experiences there.

Georgian election descends into brawl: Opponents came to blows at a Georgian polling place during today's parliamentary election after one poller advised another one to whom to give the vote.

Russian nukes in safe hands: As the new President of Russia, Dmitry Medvedev is now the country’s Commander-in-Chief. It means he’s now the one who has the final word on the use of the country's nuclear arsenal.

God’s sign for Georgian peace?: RT's bureau in Georgia has acquired this mobile phone footage. The strange crucifix-shaped image was caught on the camera in the town of Mtskheta – one of the oldest cities in the country and the place where Georgia accepted Christianity.

Naked cyclist shakes up historic sites: A St. Petersburg cycling fan staged a naked protest at the very heart of the city. The man rode naked next to some of St. Petersburg’s most famous historic sites and tourist magnets. The move was part of a demo to demand respect from drivers and local authorities.

See RT's exclusive cockpit video from an SU-27: Russia Today has been given exclusive access to elite Air Force aerobatic teams as they prepare for a show in Moscow on May 9. The Swifts (Strizhi) and the Russian Knights are taking part in a display of military hardware in Red Square on Victory Day.

Mum screams for cosmonaut’s safe return: The first Korean cosmonaut Yi So-yeon’s departure from Earth was obviously hard to watch for her mother.

The truth about ice chess: You might think that ice chess pieces are made from ready moulds - but not always. Each one of these is handmade, crafted from ice.

Moscow's unofficial swimming pools: When it gets hot in Moscow, what better way to cool down than to jump into the nearest fountain!

Pick up a penguin: Small, cute and helpless, this orphan makes special demands on its foster-parent by man.

My Big Fat Russian wedding: Check out a wedding ceremony in the centre of Moscow! When Russians want to get married, they don't walk down the aisle and throw confetti, they dress up and head for...a governmental office!

Leap into the unknown: Afraid of base or parachute jumping, but always dreamt of flying? Put your helmet on and try flying in this wind tunnel!

Tiger by the tail: A Russian zoo is caring for a whole brood of newly-born tigers. These small creatures look really helpless - but beware of their mum!

She's at it hammer and tongs!: A blacksmith is a tough man's job, yes? Not true in this case! In Russia at least one woman is no stranger to the anvil.

Charlie Chaplin is a woman!: Find 10 differences between this Charles Chaplin impersonator and the real Chaplin.. well, here's a hint: he's acted by a woman. Ever wonder what it sounded like when Charlie Chaplin did his world-famous tricks? Click to listen to Chaplin's latest impersonator.

Rock around the clock: There are more dances than nations on this planet ? And you can try all of them by joining a yearly dance marathon in Moscow.

Cheerleaders Russian style: You really think that being a cheerleader is all dancing and smiling? Take a look at what these girls have to do to support their team.

Cool for cats: Only by visiting a cat show do you realise just how many kinds of cats there are. And although some look completely alien, they still manage to love their owners.

Steam has got the power: No Hogwarts Express, but they still have some magic. Who said the steam age was gone? Watch how in Russia locomotives are still pulling carriages.

Bloodiest day of warfare re-enacted: You can enjoy the greatest battle of the Napoleonic war in Russia! Watch the recreation of the great combat of 1812which takes place on the same battlefield near Borodino every year - it's just a click away.

Throat singing: See the amazing skill of singing in several voices at the same time, an ancient art from the Tuva Republic.

Real-life shamans talk to the dead: They summon spirits and talk to the dead who guide and protect them. Witness the mysterious tradition of shamanism still exists in Russia’s Siberian republic of Tuva.

It’s no Matrix: wall running down a skyscraper: You have heard of treading the boards, what about treading a skyscraper? Watch an extreme theatrical performance outside a tall building.

Liger – cutest girl with 5-inch-long claws: Is it a tiger? Is it a lion? No, it's a cross between the two - a so-called "Liger". Just don’t ask how its parents got together.

Caviar by the kilo: Caviar is considered a delicacy and Russia is a renowned supplier. See how this precious food is produced - the legal way.

200 pounds of ballet grace: A heavy ballerina can still be light on her feet. We show you how.

Free-running and rap are natural mates: See why it is a case of survival of the fittest to handle the jungle of the city. And why ‘the art of displacement’ goes so well with the protest rhymes and lyrics of rap music.

Proton booster blasts off: Three, two, one, lift-off! A spaceship takes off at Baikonur Cosmodrome – the key gateway to space, and a front row seat is a click away.

Car owners have reasons to envy pedestrians: Watch the hell of a Moscow traffic jam which makes an LA-style gridlock seem likes child’s play in comparison.

Fiery show over Moscow river: Be dazzled as the night sky above the Kremlin gets lit up by fireworks.

Marvellous St. Pete’s bridges in action: See why millions of tourists flock to St. Petersburg for the magic of the drawbridges of Russia's northern capital.

Extreme sports in front of Kremlin: Moscow’s Red Square is not just the site of Lenin's tomb. For one night only, it was also the site for extreme biking. Take a look.

Battle of the titans: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Black Umbrella: The ominous Black Umbrella seems to be too big an opponent for this Yorkshire terrier. Check out a rather unusual canine performance.

Arrival from Zero-g: Soyuz crew can hardly stand: RT exclusive: witness cosmonauts getting their first gasp of air on terra firma after the the Soyuz space ship's landing.

Base jumping from Europe’s tallest tower: Afraid of heights? Confront your fears. Watch base-jumpers take a breathtaking leap off Moscow’s Ostankino TV tower.

Mud can't stop thrill-seekers: Russian roads are renowned for their poor state of repair. We take a drive on an everyday village road to test this theory. And adding to the challenge is the vehicle used – a towed cart.

NATO jets shadowing Tu-95 Bear: Watch exclusive video of NATO jets following Russian patrol planes filmed from the cockpit of a Russian aircraft.