Police warn that the foreign visitors are 'risking their lives' on world's deepest lake.

It was in August 1917 - 95 years ago this month - that the abdicated emperor and his fearful family departed Tyumen into their Siberian exile.

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.

Adventurers from Irkutsk's A1team spruce up the giant lake's shoreline, before showcasing its stunning scenery - and ancient rock paintings.

Wildfires rage around Lake Baikal with 5,000-plus emergency workers deployed.

The Baikal Pulp and Paper Mill is to be shut down in a victory for environmental campaigners.

Some 800 workers face 'abyss' of poverty after being made redundant this week from the Baikalsk Pulp and Paper Mill.

Prime Minister's eastern promise of special incentives for entrepreneurs.

It's a long way to Las Vegas, but Primorye region takes its first step as Tigre de Cristal casino opens.

Government announces $1.8 bln package, while volunteers from all over the wolrd collect more than 450 tonnes of trash from the shoreline of the unique lake.