The 2017 song Framed contains lyrics saying "dumb" Ivanka Trump was "dumped in a pond".

The first global atlas of earthworms has been compiled to help protect the fauna beneath our feet.

Police say a Mafia clan in Sicily sent toxic material to China to make shoes for sale across Italy.

An executive of the Houston Astros is sacked for "inappropriate" comments made towards female reporters.

American Nate Diaz says will not fight at UFC 244 next week after suggesting he has failed a doping test.

France has a pollution crisis in the Caribbean caused by toxic chlordecone sprayed on banana crops.

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

Ahlam Khidir vowed to fight for her son after he was killed in an anti-government protest in 2013.

There are millions of creatures, flora and fauna stored at the National Wildlife Property Repository in Colorado

The Toronto Raptors received the biggest rings in championship history after winning the NBA.

Better electric motors will lead to cars that can go further, faster and even sideways.

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

Experts warn of a rise in a type of software commonly used by abusive partners to spy on phones.

The country is observing a public holiday to protest against sanctions.

There are genuine risks associated with AI - but the Terminator scenario isn't one of them.

Ex-Vice-President Joe Biden sees his drive to rally Hispanics hijacked by the president's campaign.

From Republican protests to a damning testimony, the BBC's Anthony Zurcher breaks down the week.

Ambassadors agree to postpone the 31 October deadline, but will not decide a date until next week.

The parents of a Lion Air Flight 610 victim have mixed feelings about the final investigation report.

A photography project has highlighted the extent of ice loss from Iceland’s largest glaciers.

Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny replaces Liam Williams for Sunday's World Cup semi-final against South Africa while centre Jonathan Davies is passed fit to start.