Misha and Masha transported from one side of Russia to the other to their new home.
Or is it a specially invented weapon to destroy Western food imports in retaliation for sanctions?
This was the generic response over the past year when I've told people about my plans to run in this Sunday's Siberian International Marathon.
More than 130billion roubles invested in special gambling zone to lure wealthy Asian tourists to Russia, complete with its own beach, marina and ski area.
Traffic officer seriously injured after bravely placing own patrol car in front of buses carrying 93 youngsters to prevent head-on smash.
The Australian travel company is revolutionising the image of Siberia in the outside world.
It's a long way to Las Vegas, but Primorye region takes its first step as Tigre de Cristal casino opens.
Going by train all the way from Beijing (or even London) to New York could become a reality.
Flights just got more interesting with a 'meet and seat' e-scheme from Siberian airline S7.
Faced with loans and unpaid alimony for daughter, Vyacheslav took flight and now blogs about his escape from financial problems.