He ekes out a living in the remote village of Dubinka, population 15. 

Scientists close to precise dating of the Shigir Idol, twice as ancient as the Egyptian Pyramids.

Geologist who built ramshackle hut 100 metres from Agafya Lykova passes away and is buried near the last place he called home.

As police say lama found in lotus positon was destined for sale on black market, there are claims it was one step away from becoming a Buddha.

Border guards seize 14 birds, as FSB lead search for criminals behind cruelty.

Neglected by her parents as well as a 'stepfather from hell': Will no-one help this teenager stranded 6,000 miles from home?

Replica shows visage of 16 year old fighter buried with her weapons and horses.

Discovery of blood in creature frozen for 43,000 years is seen as major breakthrough by international team.

Mysterious 'gigantic' hole in remote region spotted by helicopters over gas-rich Yamal peninsula.