Thousands of years ago woolly mammoths came here to die: but why?  The macabre ancient remains haunt local residents to this day. 

Nicknamed the 'Angelina Jolie of Russia', the student says her victory was like a Cinderella fairy tale come true.

Remarkable images show a test tube blood sample from a female of the long-extinct species. 

New revelations expected as Novosibirsk experts share latest ancient finds with world's leading specialists.

Airline unveils colourful new livery to help raise awareness of big cat's uncertain future.

Inaugural trek through 10,000 year old Vasyugan Mire paves way for visitors to savour the unique flora and fauna.

When Vadim Kolpakov went on an expedition to the north of Irkutsk region, he had no inkling of the sensational discovery he was about to make.

Polar bear Gerda cradles her three month old female cub in magical pictures from Novosibirsk Zoo.