Pipes are built over bulging and unstable Arctic pingos prone to violent eruptions caused by 'thawing methane gas', as seen twice on the Yamal peninsula this year.

New shipping link symbolises developing Arctic economy which can avoid eco-damage, says Putin.

Thousands of years ago woolly mammoths came here to die: but why?  The macabre ancient remains haunt local residents to this day. 

Unique 16,200 year old chest vertebra with spear wound to undergo ultramodern tests in search for truth about extinction of giant beast.

As one area continues to fight blaze, communities in tragedy-hit Khakassia show that human spirit and togetherness can prevail.

Plan for surrogate mare to give birth and bring back to life long-gone species in Russia’s coldest region.

Former wife speaks of her and daughter's 'miracle' escape as investigators reveal how he admitted to killing a sex worker.

Thousands of people fleeing the Middle East and Africa into Europe should be redirected to Russia, claims economist Fred E Foldvary.