These recent protests are part of a long history of racial injustice. So what still needs to change?

A genetic survey of ancient remains from Ireland reveals the existence of a Stone Age social elite.

Aunt Jemima's branding has often been criticised for playing to a slavery-era stereotype.

An election is due to be held in the crisis-hit country and there are fears of government tampering.

Japanese researchers succeed in fertilising pears using pollen carried on a soap bubble.

We're giving you the chance to be the selector and decide who makes the best Twenty20 team in the world.

Serena Williams intends to play at the behind-closed-doors US Open in August, where she will bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam.

Philonise Floyd urges the UN to investigate the deaths of black people at the hands of US police.

Raheem Sterling says it was a "massive step" that Premier League players took a knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.

The football-like fossil has puzzled scientists since it was found in Antarctica almost a decade ago.

The groups contrast in terms of their ideologies but some have been involved in violence.

Moeen Ali moves a step closer to a return to Test cricket after being named in England's training group for the series against West Indies.

Aston Villa and Sheffield United play out a low-key goalless draw as the Premier League makes its return after a 100-day absence.

The operator of the Premier League's goalline technology system apologises after an error denies Sheffield United a goal in their 0-0 draw at Aston Villa.

Rayshard Brooks, a black man, was shot twice in the back as he fled police in a car park in Atlanta.

Oriel College's governors vote to take down the statue of the Victorian colonialist Cecil Rhodes.

Details from the new book by the president's ex-national security adviser include damning accusations.

Barcelona to offer Lionel Messi new deal, Cristiano Ronaldo could join MLS club, plus more.

Rory McIlroy has little sympathy for players who are missing out on world ranking points because they have not travelled to compete in PGA Tour events.

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Manchester City against Arsenal in the Premier League.

Napoli claim their first major trophy in six seasons by beating Juventus in a penalty shootout in the Coppa Italia final.