Mayor of Yakutsk

Diamond capital of Russia shines with one of the most spectacular 1 May demonstration in the country.

The world's only all-year greenhouse built on permafrost sells its first crop, and locals are impressed.

How horseracing and equestrian culture is developing in the Sakha Republic.

Sardana Avksentyeva swept to power as mayor of Russia’s diamond capital in September.

Desert-like landscapes replaced full-flowing water deep enough for heavy cargo ships.

Aisen Nikolaev is drenched by Khaarchaana - the Yakutian Snow Maiden - in minus 10C temperature.

They dived into rivers and lakes to celebrate the Orthodox Christian holiday of Epiphany.

Some 3,000 at protest rally after detention of 23 year old man and his 'accomplices’.

Loyal pet was freed but sadly died after being rushed to the vet by animal activists after suffering hypothermia in minus 32C.