Svetlana Shvetsova, 28, disappeared after going on a date to a restaurant with a new male friend.

All ice crossings shut in Irkutsk region, local emergency service on top alert.

Oilmen forced to stop work after being trapped in 'horseshoe' of burning taiga, as pall of smoke smothers Irkutsk region where state of emergency imposed.

Total of 54 hospitalised with a number now in a 'grave' condition in hospital from the lethal concoction, say reports.

Police examine horrific child cruelty allegations against 26 year old woman teacher.

A gargantuan investment in economic development across many eastern Russian regions was confirmed in Irkutsk by En+ Group.

All on board safe after An-148 jet returns to Talakan Airport soon after takeoff.

Hundreds - including dozens of children - evacuated safely as fires destroy and threaten homes.

American convicted of grooming child was found hiding in Irkutsk.