Leading Russian scientist remains unshaken in view that it was Denisovans despite growing doubts from Western experts.

The unique artefact was made by humans more than 19,000 years ago.

Elsewhere in Russia’s coldest region desperate authorities spike clouds to induce rain and tame wildfires.

Lena Pillars, a World Heritage Site, hit by the rampant flames, as calls grow for greater efforts to tackle infernos.

Mystery how the bronze dancer, his arms raised in an ecstatic trance, reached modern-day Novosibirsk region.

Luna the panther was rescued from a travelling zoo when its mother refused to feed the cub.