Likely reserves of 200 tonnes of gold have been identified in the Gora Rudnaya area of the Aldansky district.

Scientists remain confident of one day bringing back the beast to roam again in Siberia.

Designer animals bred by South Korean cloning laboratory showed skills 'beyond all expectations' in their first three weeks with the penal service.

Sardana Avksentyeva swept to power as mayor of Russia’s diamond capital in September.

People evacuated after thunderstorms-with-no-rain ignite foliage and forests.

Alrosa to announce timetable within two weeks, with exchange likely open by 2016.

Eaten by an ancient cave lion or bear, only the tail was left, preserved by the Siberian permafrost.

Businessman Vladislav Doronin - former partner of model Naomi Campbell - to deliver the award.

Most fires will not be extinguished, with major cities polluted by fumes.

The first 100 wolves have been killed in the Sakha Republic as the authorities step-up their campaign to protect people and reindeer herds.