Discovery of rich vegetation only 1000 miles away from North Pole surprises scientists.
Move boosts armed forces capability in polar waters.
Expedition finds shocking evidence of illegal hunting of Russian Red Book animals.
A new study of some of the world's most remote islands show there are dramatic climate changes since detailed research by Soviet scientists 55 years ago.
Giant natural balls in the Franz Josef archipelago that leave scientists flummoxed.
Subsea permafrost thaws faster than previously thought, Russian scientists say.
Life returns to port of Tiksi with construction of a military town.
Unique archeological and paleontological sites face destruction from gangs seeking to raid and sell prehistoric remains.
Vice Premier sees scope to make Arctic 'ours forever' with plans to harness resources and help protect fragile environment.