A bowhead whale beached on the remote outpost in the Arctic Ocean, and the news spread fast among the island's bears.
Measures being taken to ensure defence capabilities.
Inbreeding behind unique phenomenon, say scientists.
Move boosts armed forces capability in polar waters.
Giant natural balls in the Franz Josef archipelago that leave scientists flummoxed.
Based near Anadyr, its role is to 'monitor combat readiness' of military units, survey terrain, and air patrols.
Macabre remains of six slaughtered polar bears, 'beheaded with their skins removed', now under criminal investigation.
Military tests in minus 30C to check performance of equipment and personnel in toughest of conditions.