Military tests in minus 30C to check performance of equipment and personnel in toughest of conditions.

The greatest tram ride of the world? A 30 km odyssey from '40th Anniversary of the Great Victory Street' in Ust-Ilimsk to the town's power station.

.....and afterwards, time for wee dram!

Cold-defying conquests traced to 120,000 years ago when they crossbred with Denisovans, and 60,000 years ago when they collected sparkling crystals.

Tragedy as teens walked in biting cold rather than wait for bus.

New details of how three year old boy stayed alive all alone despite prowling bears and wolves, calling desperately 'Mama, Mama'.

Daring video from kids in Russia’s coldest region urges actor to take the ice bucket challenge to show all is well with Siberian weather.

Sardana Avksentyeva swept to power as mayor of Russia’s diamond capital in September.

Novosibirsk - the unofficial capital of Siberia - is an excellent stopover for train travellers in search of rest and relaxation as they cross the continent.

Below are a few ideas, both within the city and also on a trip out to the satellite town of Akademgorodok, in the heart of pine forests

In summers - when it can be very hot - or in the extremely cold but sunny winters, the city is good for strolling, with plenty of pubs and cafes to wander into for those in need of a cooling, or warming, drink.  

You’ll be pleased to see how many people speak good English.

Tributes to the dead and prayers for the 34 injured including 27 students, acrobats with a Nefteyugansk sports club.