Jurassic fossil discovery leads to new mammal theory
"The fossils show incremental modifications that demonstrate the complex process of adaptation," researcher Patricia Vickers-Rich said.
Mongols troll Putin with "historic map"
A former president has uploaded a map comparing a comparatively small Russia with the mighty Mongol empire.
China's leverage in Russia deal proves Putin needs Xi more
China is using its leverage to seek cheap gas prices from Russia as the Power of Siberia-2 pipeline remains stalled.
"Bizarre" new dinosaur species discovered that slept like today's birds
The previously unknown dinosaur, which is thought to have lived around 70 million years ago, had several bird-like features.
Anthrax-infected Russians escape Siberian hospital
In early July, four residents in the Tuva region, which borders Mongolia, were diagnosed with anthrax after eating the meat of an infected horse.
Dinosaur that looked like penguin-goose mix with too many teeth discovered
The dinosaur fossil, uncovered in the Gobi desert in Mongolia, was "beautifully preserved," providing paleontologists with a wealth of information.
The surprising countries around the world that don't celebrate Halloween
Newsweek looks at some of the countries around the world that don't typically celebrate Halloween, and some may surprise you.
Putin's mobilization backfires as 370,000 flee Russia in two weeks
Vladimir Putin's mobilization has so far been in "complete shambles," CEPA's Joel Hickman told Newsweek.
Got Milk: Bronze Age Population Soared Thanks to Livestock
Got Milk: Bronze Age Population Soared Thanks To Livestock
Mongolian Presidential Candidate Hospitalized With COVID as Nation Votes
A third-party presidential candidate in Mongolia's election has been hospitalized after testing positive for COVID-19 three days before the vote. The winner will become the country's sixth president.
More Cases of Bubonic Plague Recorded in China and Mongolia
So far this year, Mongolia has had 22 suspected plague cases, six of which have been confirmed with laboratory testing.
Discovery May Rewrite Shark Evolution
410-million-year-old fish suggests that sharks once had bony skeletons before they evolved to become cartilaginous.
Plague Kills Another Man in Mongolia As Russia Starts Mass Vaccination
Bubonic plague is a potentially deadly disease caused by the bacteria Yersinia pestis.
How Does Bubonic Plague Spread, Can It Be Treated?
"Risk for getting plague is extremely low as long as precautions are taken," according to a statement from Colorado health officials, which also provided a list of safety measures that stressed the importance of staying away from wild animals.
Teen Boy Dies From Bubonic Plague in Mongolia After Eating Marmot Meat
In Mongolia, at least one person dies from plague every year, despite public health campaigns warning people to avoid eating or coming into contact with marmots.
Russians Warned Against Hunting and Eating Marmots After Plague Cases
The plague is caused by the Yersinia pestis bacteria.
China's Inner Mongolia Reports Bubonic Plague Case, Issues Level 3 Alert
It is currently not clear how the individual became infected.
Long, Pointy Skulls of Starved Teenage Boys Found in Ancient Burial Pit
Two of the boys had been subjected to artificial skull deformation.
Tourists Quarantined After 'Black Death' Outbreak in Mongolia
A man and his pregnant wife died from the disease after they ate an infected marmot.
Frédéric Lagrange Captures 17 Years of Mongolia
With their deep attachment to the spirit of the land, Mongolia's nomadic herders continue to live as they have for centuries. French photographer Frédéric Lagrange documents their lives in his new book, "Mongolia."
Russia Launches Major Army Drill With 300,000 Troops
The drill involves all branches of the military, as well as deployments from China and Mongolia.
Ancient China: 1,000-Year-Old Royal Palace Discovered
To escape the oppressive heat, each summer the Liao emperors would move the royal family into the mountains.
Strange Pillars Found Surrounding Coffin in Mongolia
The discovery changes our understanding of power dynamics among the region's empires long ago.
New Asian Tiger: Hear Mongolia Roar
Multinational conglomerates are coming to Mongolia — in hot pursuit of well over a trillion U.S dollars of minerals buried beneath the country's soil.
U.S. Says China Plans to Build Pakistan Military Base
India is concerned that China is building a string of alliances that surround it, kicked off with its base in Djibouti on the northwestern edge of the Indian Ocean.
China Executes Police Chief for Murder, Bribery
Zhao Liping had killed a woman believed to be his mistress after she threatened to expose his corruption.
Why Is China So Obsessed With Xinjiang?
China is channeling time and resources into this remote corner to keep the region running smoothly.
How Pollution Became a Killer in Mongolia
Air pollution levels in the capital city are five times higher than in Beijing—and things are getting worse.
North Korea's Cold War-Era Allies Squeeze Regime
More moves are expected after North Korea defied the U.N. to conduct its fifth nuclear test.
Mapping Any Location on Earth With Just Three Words
A new mapping system divides the world into 57 trillion geotagged locations, each with a unique three-word name.