The ancient mummy of a mysterious young woman, known as the Ukok Princess, is finally returning home to the Altai Republic this month.

Most fires will not be extinguished, with major cities polluted by fumes.

Reindeer herders find more craters in the far north in a deepening puzzle for scientists. 

Sightings of 'primeval monsters' in Siberia's Lake Labynkyr were made before 'Nessie' was spotted in Scotland.

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

Russian president hints at possible future 'compromises' on dispute over the islands, as 2nd Eastern Economic Forum opens in Vladivostok.

Massive Siberian source of diamonds formed by an asteroid 35 million years ago can 'overturn entire world gem market'.