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Man, 31, fell onto metal spikes while 'trying to flee his ex-girlfriend'

The Australian travel company is revolutionising the image of Siberia in the outside world.

Getting to Siberia for foreigners has never been easier.

The beaches here are thronged with sun-seekers, children paddle in the warm waters — even the babushki are relaxed.

Now the Far East of Russia linked to beaches and cities in the sun with direct routes from Vladivostok on low-cost airline Vietjet.

As Russia pivots towards Asia, so do the tourism possibilities.

Russian photographer writes about a volcanic eruption at Tolbachik, seen by the Soviets as the most lunar place on the planet.

Crew of Siberian UTair plane tell of 'confusion and silence' from air traffic controllers at key moment.