Two weeks after collecting his passport from Vladimir Putin, the Hollywood actor discloses intriguing DNA in his family tree.

Inbreeding behind unique phenomenon, say scientists.

Leonid Durkin, 30, shows how easy it is to vanish while living near to people.

The stunning pictures of a volcanic eruption and lava flow were taken by Liudmila and Andrew, bloggers and travellers.

Gelandewagen parade videos leads to 'career change' as Russia demands highest standards from secret servicemen.

Around 400 delegates are expected including representatives of 41 ethnic minorities representing around a quarter of a million people. 

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.

The Okhotsk Sea quake registered 8.3 on the Richter Scale at a depth of 600km, and prompted a tsunami warning.