Tomsk researchers were the first in the world to catch the enigmatic germ.
The Sixth Siberian Ballet Festival is underway in Novosibirsk, running until June.
Details of ambitious Space programme show first Russians will land in 2029 with new Angara rocket taking crew into orbit.
After 72 days stopover in Russia, British solo pilot Colin Hales continues his world tour.
Mysterious 'gigantic' hole in remote region spotted by helicopters over gas-rich Yamal peninsula.
Move boosts armed forces capability in polar waters.
Pike with primeval horns from River Irtysh puzzle experts: did rocket pollution lead to mutant fish?