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Russia's Controversial Pension Changes

President Putin softens controversial reforms to Russia's state pension system

President Putin softens controversial reforms to Russia's state pension system. We ask if he has sacrificed his country's economic well-being for the sake of his personal popularity. Britain and France are arguing over scallops - we get the details about how one side's boat ended up with holes after a scuffle between fishermen from the two countries. And finally, Facebook is increasing its presence in the world of online streaming - but fierce competition from YouTube and Netflix means it will have to carve out a unique identity.

(Image: A male Russian pensioner watches President Putin's TV address about pension reform. Credit: Vladimir Smirnov / Getty Images)

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Wed 29 Aug 2018 14:32GMT

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  • Wed 29 Aug 2018 14:32GMT