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.

With forest fires still burning across Siberia, hot summer temperatures are moving across the continent.

Former paratrooper conscript Timofey Menshikov wanted to escape modern life - and vodka - now faces reunion with family he left behind.

It is a medical fact that children are healthier if they daily run out into the snow in their swimming costumes - and pour a bucket of cold water over their heads.

Police checking claims, with one suspect insisting she has been 'framed', and put under police guard after death threats.

A daily bucket of icy water poured over the head 'helps block winter illnesses, and makes children optimistic'.

Mercy mission brings stores for Agafya Lykova to help her survive the winter in her remote retreat.

At least eight black bears killed in terrorised Luchegorsk as starving wild animals roam streets and go on the attack. 

Radiation expert says radon gas is not to blame, as anxious residents open their hearts about the difficult decision to leave the place they call home.