Extinct woolly giant was killed by early man in extreme north, insist palaeontologist ‘detectives’ as spear wound ‘proven’.

FSB smash smuggling ring with goods intended for China as traditional medicines and food delicacies.

Congratulations to WWF Mongolia and wildlife photographer for capturing images of this unique family.

Frantic efforts to save the wrong-turn birds from harsh cold.

A grave on Lena River sand bank ‘proves site north of Yakutsk city is not historic original Cossack settlement’ in coldest region.

Darina now on the way to a longed-for normal childhood thanks to pioneering British treatment - and our generous readers.