Alan Shearer says the Saudi Arabian-backed takeover of Newcastle is a "special day" for the club's long-suffering supporters.

US officials said it is unclear what the USS Connecticut collided with, causing injuries to 15.

Countries in West Africa are said to be drowning under the weight of waste shipped to their shores.

A picture taken by Viswanath Birje captures the mutualistic relationship between the ants and the aphid

How technology could help the insurance industry spot potential disasters before they occur.

Abdulrazak Gurnah found out about his win over the phone but initially thought it was a cold caller.

Facebook has come under fire for the impact its apps can have on teens and their mental health.

A crucial climate change summit has been held in the UK which could change our lives.

The government's climate advisers warn the UK risks falling behind on efforts to reach net zero by 2050.

The BBC travels to Wuzhou to see how cities are grappling with climate targets and a "build" mantra.

Elon Musk announces that the most valuable car company in the world is moving away from California.

Pre-workout powders should be diluted in water, but some gym-goers are eating it neat.

Two diamond and emerald spectacles from an unknown Indian princely treasury are to be sold in October.

Shannon Courtenay tells her story as she prepares to defend her WBA bantamweight title against Jamie Mitchell.

Tyson Fury takes on Deontay Wilder in their trilogy fight, but is the Gypsy King ready to face the Bronze Bomber after a chaotic few months?

Who is close to securing their place at next year's World Cup in Qatar? BBC Sport takes a look at the state of play in qualifying as we pass the halfway stage.

As Emma Raducanu prepares to play her first match as US Open champion, previous teenage Grand Slam winners Iga Swiatek and Bianca Andreescu offer their advice to the Briton.

BBC Sport celebrates some of the most iconic moments in black sporting history from around the world since the turn of the century.

Millions of Chinese homes and businesses have been hit by power cuts in recent weeks.

Leeds winger Raphinha helps Brazil to fight back to a 3-1 win over Venezuela after coming off the bench for his international debut.

Seattle quarterback Russell Wilson could miss the first game of his career after getting injured in a 26-17 defeat by Los Angeles Rams..