Described as 'wonders of nature', explore two of the most fascinating places on earth where the warm sand dunes meet the icy steppe.

Model Amina Karat, 34, poses on the Saamys-Kumaga sands in Yakutia.

Konstantin Zhuravlyov is missing for two weeks after crossing from Turkey into Syria.

Siberian 'suslik' needs human rescue from passing motorists on Olkhon island in Lake Baikal.

Only way to save the Middle East country from 'endless bloodshed'.

FSB say Konstantin Zhuravlyov, 35, is now back with his family in Tomsk after being held as a 'spy' by Syrian opposition.

The 76-metre (246 ft) high cascade is also called ‘The Bride’ for its distinctive female shape.

Siberian-born gun-maker sought guidance from Russia's top churchman.

Engineer Anna beat off competition from 300 others and could now become Russia’s fifth woman in space.