Vital for making its waters so 'pure', one theory is that rising underwater methane leaks are killing off the sponge, but is there a silver lining?

Diamond capital of Russia shines with one of the most spectacular 1 May demonstration in the country.

A Novosibirsk-based businessman and traveller along with his friends are embarking on a drive from the heart of Siberia to the southernmost point of Eurasia.

The stunning pictures of a volcanic eruption and lava flow were taken by Liudmila and Andrew, bloggers and travellers.

Radiation expert says radon gas is not to blame, as anxious residents open their hearts about the difficult decision to leave the place they call home.

Wrapped in reindeer hide and fur, the 6-to-7 year old was protected by a child-sized bronze axe and bear's pendant.

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