children health Siberia and the Far East of Russia

Putin fires top official in Russian Far East, and calls for Investigative Committee to check how authorities performing.

'Shocking' pictures revealed online by campaign exposing the alleged failings. 

More than two dozen children in hospital after blunder by medics administering Mantoux tuberculosis test.

Clocks change for the final time, except in Kemerovo, Kamchatka and Chukotka. Confused?

Russian army biological protection troops called in amid warnings 'utmost care' needed to stop deadly infection spreading.

Residents warned to stay away from the animals, with two men already having been savagely attacked... but there is happy news for two little cubs.

From the Pacific in the east, to the Urals in the west, hardy Russians display their religious feelings - and bravery.

Almost 3 million hectares on fire, including Arctic, with fumes having hit area larger than European Union.

Seasonal greetings from the east of Russia where there are no less than seven different Father Christmas figures to bring joy to children in winter.