The senior politician called for a change of identity for the vast eastern third of Russia, as the country angles itself towards Asia.
Horror of seven-year-old girl sexually abused by uncle for 52,000 roubles as woman aimed to clear debts.
Cabin attendant Irina Olaru, 22, planned to wed when she was cruelly killed on doomed in Sinai.
Concern is growing over poaching of the 'secretive' manul wild cat - also known as Pallas's Cat.
Made from the splintered ribs of cows or horses, one is still capable of making music.
Three cities east of the Urals are in the top ten for a new survey of national contentment.
Meet Inspector Anastasia whose secret for looking good is an enthusiasm for keeping fit and eating healthy.
Toe bone DNA research uncovers the sexual relationships of cave-dwellers from Altai foothills in Siberia.
Pilot error, technical malfunction and bad weather are all possible causes checked by investigators.