DNA 'tests' of hair supposedly from a Yeti in a Siberian cave show it comes from an unknown mammal closely related to man, it was claimed last night.
Yetis have been 'sighted' recently in three different remote areas in Kemerovo region, according to local reports.
But has he put his Big Foot in it? Professor Valentin Sapunov hits the headlines round the world with the claim.
A new image of a Yeti - or Bigfoot - lurking behind trees is the 'clearest evidence' so far of the creature's existence.
Scientists remain confident of one day bringing back the beast to roam again in Siberia.
Kara-ool Dopchun-ool - the highest shaman in the Tuva Republic, and also Turkey - explains his role in his own words.
Russian president discovers 'proof' that fabled creature exists while on short vacation in Kemerovo region.