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

This is the moment of the happy meeting between two young polar bears in a Siberian zoo.

Pro-Kremlin eco-groups echo Greenpeace concerns by highlighting burning of forests which do not appear in government reports.

First findings from joint UK-Russian project funded by Abu-Dhabi give positive news on future for the rare bird of prey.

Most northerly palaeolithic site found on Arctic island of Stolbovoy, part of lost continental link between Siberia and Alaska, believe scientists.

Most fires will not be extinguished, with major cities polluted by fumes.

Real-life adventurers to a 'professional blonde' queue to participate in the ultimate brutal television reality contest, where 'rape and murder' are not banned.

Seasonal greetings to all parts of the world marking Christmas Day on 25 December, even though we have to wait a little longer!