Putin orders nationwide inventory of Russian museum artworks
President Putin directs a cabinet commission to inventory about 50 million artworks in Russia’s museums by Sept 1 after $5 million in valuables were stolen from the Hermitage. Officials Patrushev and Nurgaliyev named to the commission as losses expose lax security and funding crises in culture institutions.
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Dr Phil revisits post Katrina New Orleans in follow up
Dr Phil McGraw returned to New Orleans to tape follow up episodes for his show after Hurricane Katrina. He previously toured the city by boat in early September and now highlights recovery efforts and mental health for first responders. A special edition titled Rescuing the Rescuers aired. He planned a benefit concert for responders at the New Orleans Arena featuring Jeff Foxworthy, Brian McKnight, Allen Toussaint, and Brooks & Dunn.
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