Big cat Tikhon refused to be scared away by warning shots as veteran alpha male makes clear he wants to come in from the wild.

Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.

Children in the West received gifts from Father Christmas earlier this week, but Russian youngsters still have a few days to wait.

Consortium featuring Russian businessman line up bid to invest in mine which develops deposits in Siberia.

The Russian president has turned to his close ally Sergei Shoigu, former Emergencies Minister, after the Defence Minister was engulfed in a corruption scandal.

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.

Pioneering director of Novosibirsk Zoo died age 75 following medical treatment in Israel.

Premier Dmitry Medvedev bans 'spice' ingredients after 7 deaths and mass poisoning in western Siberia.

Forensic tests underway in America as mother appeals for Russian witnesses, alleging 'foul play' and police 'cover-up’.