FSB smash smuggling ring with goods intended for China as traditional medicines and food delicacies.

Graham Vavangas collided with Scania tanker, say police in Yakutia.

From 'fireworks' made from nothing more than hot water in minus 50C, to surfing in the Pacific, this is the New Year on our doorstep.

Foreign visitors transiting on Russian airlines will be able to stay for 72 hours without documents as part of move to help boost tourism and economy.

At least eight black bears killed in terrorised Luchegorsk as starving wild animals roam streets and go on the attack. 

Last minute rescue bid to prevent Russia's second largest airline going bankrupt.

Lost and alone on the Pacific coast, the seals would die without the help of a unique seal sanctuary.

Handler defends moving the reptile in extreme conditions after media highlight animal's death from hypothermia.

Fundraising campaign launched to raise 603,000 roubles in bid to mass produce 'Volodya' for Chinese market.

Dramatic testimony from passengers as 28 out of 43 Russian passengers were hurt in Friday's accident.