Samples taken from cubs frozen in permafrost for at least 12,000 years.

Examination of ancient cave lion cub offers prospect of 'oldest-ever breast milk'.

New find in 'perfect condition' just two metres from 2011 discovery of 12,400 year old dog.

American star asks to see a typical village in Sakha Republic as he speaks of pride in his Russian roots.

Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.

Tantalising studies now underway to establish if one of two carcases preserved by permafrost has traces of world's oldest mother's milk.

A Moscow scientist is calling for a new scientific expedition to solve the mystery of a huge 'monster'. 

Evidence on Arctic island show how people 10,000 or more years ago carved sharp slices off tusks to use for killing and cutting.