The animal got into a habit of visiting rubbish dumps on remote Novaya Zemlya, say researchers.
The animal is pictured at Norilsk garbage dump, a police convoy following its every move.
Hungry predators arrive at local eye clinic ‘for a check up’, or more likely a meal, banging on door to demand entry.
The authorities in Bratsk have received more than 60 calls from residents complaining of bears on the streets and close to houses.
Rangers in Yakutia are on a lookout after watching a video showing a failed rescue attempt.
Destruction of natural habitat by forest fires 'explains bears causing terror in residential areas'.
New discovery of rare crystal Rosenbergite at 'burning ice' site where earth is hot despite temperatures of minus 35C.
Adventurers from Irkutsk's A1team spruce up the giant lake's shoreline, before showcasing its stunning scenery - and ancient rock paintings.