But is climate change to blame, or local officials who went on vacation instead of fighting fires?

An astonishing story of the power of family bonds has seen Galina hold an emotional meeting with her siblings who last saw her as a tiny baby in 1945.

Rangers in Yakutia are on a lookout after watching a video showing a failed rescue attempt.

Iturup gets connected, opening up the stunning scenery of the Kuril Islands to tourism.

We join photographer Kisoon Choi on a journey of discovery across Yakutia and the Far East and celebrate the unique landscapes, cities and peoples.

She pauses for a last look, and then without a backward glance swims across the world's fifth longest river.

Tomsk transport authorities are demanding the closure of a cow farm close to Tomsk airport amid fears that it poses a significant threat to airplanes safety.

Intrigue over how German-made 12th century blade, adorned in Sweden, reached Siberia.