The freeze is so deep that horses - and even Rudolph - is brought indoors to warm up.

Permanent patrols commence led by the heavy nuclear-powered guided-missile cruiser Pyotr Velikiy.

Two young birds saved after taking a seriously wrong turn during migration.

Growing number of brave Siberians strip off for the winter, with debate raging about the benefits of taking to the snow and ice naked.

Greenpeace claims up to 300 times more territory in Siberia is ablaze than officially acknowledged.

Anna Tereshkova unveils her ambitious plans to break old taboos and make Novosibirsk a capital of modern art. 

Palaeontologist says osteoporosis could have been major contributor, brought on by a lack of minerals in habitat from climate change.

Chinese investment to Russia-much of it in Siberia-has risen 36% compared with last year, but Russian ambassador to Beijing wants to see a far bigger level.

First polar bear born at zoo in 40 years separated from heartbroken mother as she gets set for new solo life.