[Vigilanteman]

. . . one expat working as an editor for a state-run news agency who requested anonymity.

More proof that Pravda practices more journalism than the enemedia in the United States. At least Pravda will criticize the politboro once in awhile.

When is the last time our state run media has removed their lips from BO's backside?

[elhombrelibre]

I see a real problem for Putin evolving. The Russian press isn't covering up for him. He needs to end press freedom and bring back the Gulag if he's going to truly achieve his neo-empire dreams of a Soviet empire.

http://rt.com/business/214779-russia-ruble-drop-record/

[A Navy Vet]

Where’s that Simpson comedy graphic that says, “Ha,Ha” when you need it?

[knarf]

America’s closed ... just sayin’

[tcrlaf]

The same applies to Expats working in Canada, or the Middle East, or anywhere else that oil sustains the economy.

While not falling as sharply as the Ruble, the Canadian Dollar is also taking a huge hit.

Canada Dollar Reaches Weakest in 5 Years as Oil Dents Confidence
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-12-11/canada-dollar-reaches-weakest-in-5-years-as-oil-dents-confidence.html