Matthew Shifrin took up the sport almost a year ago - with the help of a friend and a childhood toy.

A selection of remarkable images taken around the world this week.

Battling Bowser, protecting Peach, what makes Mario magical as he celebrates 35 years?

In 1963, four young black girls were killed in a racist bomb attack at a church in Alabama.

How big does a protest need to be to topple a political leader? One estimate says 3.5% of the population will nearly always succeed.

A police chief's comments spark an unprecedented backlash after a woman was raped in front of her children.

The 2020 edition of the Indian Premiere League begins on Saturday.

As the "worst phase of the epidemic" is overcome, experts delve into the data to learn more about Covid-19.

A rule change means about 100 more of those who served with British forces will be able to live in the UK.

The US Supreme Court justice talks to the BBC about impeachment, impartiality and presidential tweets.

If you’re looking for a refresher or trying to understand it for the first time, this guide will help.

Conservatives hold a 6-3 majority on top court, which has the final word on highly contentious laws.

This court has been billed the most conservative in modern history. But does it vote that way?

The Supreme Court justice has died at the age of 87 after undergoing treatment for pancreatic cancer.

Two Jerusalem residents give their thoughts to the BBC from Israel, the first country to reimpose a nationwise lockdown.

President Trump said the justice 'lived an amazing life" while rival Joe Biden praised her legal legacy.

A US official says the move sends a "signal to Russia" to avoid "provocative actions" in Syria.

Isa Guha, the former England bowler and now BBC cricket commentator, discusses the growth of the women's game and why the England v West Indies series is so important.

Options include a ban on households mixing in England, as a further 4,422 UK cases are confirmed.

The Los Angeles Lakers comfortably beat the Denver Nuggets 126-114 to go 1-0 up in the NBA Western Conference final in Florida.

What can Liverpool expect from new signing Thiago Alcantara? How does he compare to their other midfielders?