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.

Endemic to the remote island of Novaya Zemlya, it survived the Ice Age here, scientists believe, the only creature known to have done so.

Unique archeological and paleontological sites face destruction from gangs seeking to raid and sell prehistoric remains.

Hi-tech project would use computer models to predict climate change and help with safe production of oil and gas in Northern Russia.

Move boosts armed forces capability in polar waters. 

First shipment leaves from Yamal Peninsula across the roof of the world as tankers head through the Northern Sea Route for first time.

'This is a very good signal to the Russian and international energy markets', Russian president stressed. 

Discovery of rich vegetation only 1000 miles away from North Pole surprises scientists.

Operator MTS plugs in key northern communities to fast mobile internet.

Thermometers go above zero in places where the winter should be 20 or 30 degrees colder.