Abnormally hot May weather resembles midsummer with air temperatures as high as +35C.
International team of scientists complete major DNA study of extinct beast and fuel hopes of producing clone to live in special park.
Capable of carrying 200 people and tonnes of cargo, new blimp for the 21st century could soon be taking off.
Unique research station in the remote taiga is used by scientists worldwide to measure if man is behind climate change.
Concern from scientists over potential danger to gas production facilities in region vital for energy supplies.
Many prehistoric creatures craved salt and vital minerals missing from their diets due to abrupt climate change, suggests a new scientific expedition.
Unique remains give vital clues to man's origins and early travels, say experts.
Sardana Avksentyeva swept to power as mayor of Russia’s diamond capital in September.
'This is a very good signal to the Russian and international energy markets', Russian president stressed.
Massive Siberian source of diamonds formed by an asteroid 35 million years ago can 'overturn entire world gem market'.