These extraordinary pictures give graphic new evidence of climate change.
Krasnoyarsk and Novosibirsk suffering smoke pollution and infernos rage in forests after hot, dry weather.
Several injuries among 159 passengers and crew as plane skidded off the runway, breaking a wing and damaging landing gear, at Osh airport.
Scary uncontrolled turn by Airbus A320 while taxiing narrowly misses collision with Tu-154, video shows.
Despite the cold weather and prevalence of permafrost, family is struggling to keep up with the demand.
Residents warned to stay away from the animals, with two men already having been savagely attacked... but there is happy news for two little cubs.
Doctors fought in vain to save Alexander Stakhanov, 35, on the frozen surface of the world's deepest lake.
With thick coat to keep it warm, the little Yakut horse loves nothing better than running about the frozen fields.
Tiny new arrival welcomed at Royev Ruchey Zoo - even if the little African bird does not like the cold.
Group had made record-breaking 650km drive on frozen river from Norilsk to Dikson, but got into trouble on return before being plucked to safety.