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'Right on the bank of the river there is a station Ob, a big trading city with magnificent cathedral, great schools and shops — very American-like.'
1904, priest Mitrophan Serebryaniy
Kunashir
Brown bears are turning silver on remote islands
Inbreeding behind unique phenomenon, say scientists.
Crab collector fights for life after he was ‘skinned alive by bear’ on beach in Kuril Islands
Alexey Ivanovsky, 36, was ‘clinically dead’ after skin on his head, back and buttocks was ripped off, and leg amputated.
Business mission in Kuril Islands signals a new era for Russia and Japan
Delegation of 69, including the representatives of 32 private companies, state and municipal structures arrived in the Southern Kurils.
Russia rebuffs Japanese protest over prime minister's visit to Kuril Islands
Dmitry Medvedev promises economic and military development of territory disputed since the end of World War Two.
Russia beefs up its military presence on Kuril Islands
Moscow has confirmed moves to modernise its military presence on islands over which Japan claims sovereignty.
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Sent to Siberia
Rookie FSB agents are punished for 'indecent' graduation jinx in Moscow
Gelandewagen parade videos leads to 'career change' as Russia demands highest standards from secret servicemen.
Born in Siberia
Up-close laboratory pictures of ancient mummy as scientists recreate his life and times
Probes taken by South Korean experts will reveal lifestyle of this Arctic boy from 800 years ago.
Business
The Bank of Russia official exchange rates of foreign currencies
