Less-than-lissom lions have been fed on junk food in captivity, says expert.

Vets failed to save bullterrier who kept his master warm on cold nights as pair avoided attack by bears and wolves.

Abnormally hot May weather resembles midsummer with air temperatures as high as +35C.

Olga Kurochkina has spoken out after hearing confirmation that cannibalised human remains found in the taiga were those of her husband.

Agafya Lykova, 71, airlifted to hospital after suffering 'acute pains' in intense cold at her forest home more than 100 km from nearest town.

A frantic search for a missing nine year boy ended after he was found hidden inside a packing box in his own apartment in Omsk.

Separated for 10 years after being sent to an orphanage and possibly adopted overseas, Sofia is desperate for information about younger sibling Yuri.

One of the world's largest tin deposits - Pyrkakai - could be sold to business interests from China or Malaysia, reported 'Kommersant' newspaper. 

Ruta needed her paws amputated after being left outside in -30C but kind-hearted people are raising money for treatment.