Some regions parched, others underwater in latest meteorological surprises.

Experts give their macabre verdict on mummified remains after speculation a new type of dinosaur had been found. 

Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.

Military tests in minus 30C to check performance of equipment and personnel in toughest of conditions.

Tantalising studies now underway to establish if one of two carcases preserved by permafrost has traces of world's oldest mother's milk.

A Moscow scientist is calling for a new scientific expedition to solve the mystery of a huge 'monster'. 

Now the fun begins: tourists swimming in -60C and momentous meeting between the seasonal icons Chyskhaan and Grandfather Frost.

AN-24 was en route from Yakutsk to Batagay-Alyta with dozens of passengers on board.