Changing shipping routes could help save blue whales

Blue whales off the US west coast like to feed in areas that are heavily used as shipping lanes, a practice that puts their survival at risk, researchers said last week.

How bats use a compass to find their way at night

A European bat type can use the scatter patterns of sunlight to program its internal compass for hunting after dark - the first mammal known to do so, researchers said last week.

Elephants make use of a knowing nose

Elephants possess a sense of smell that is likely the strongest ever identified in a single species, according to a study by Japanese scientists last week.

Big Hurt, Torre headline HOF class

Emotions spill over as six new faces join the pantheon of all-time greats

Scott says he will be Lakers' new coach

The Los Angeles Lakers have waited nearly three months to hire a new coach, and they are apparently making Byron Scott wait a few more days.

Lebron back in no 23 jersey

NBA superstar LeBron James confirmed on Sunday he will don the No 23 jersey he wore in his first stint with Cleveland when he returns to the Cavaliers next season.

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China's Tour pioneer earns a rest

Ji looking forward to break after making history in this year's race

France reclaims former status

When the 2014 Tour de France started in Britain with a British reigning champion riding for a British team, in some quarters there was the feeling that a piece of French heritage was being dragged across the channel.

Humble Nibali living out his dream

As a teenager, Vincenzo Nibali uprooted himself from his home in Sicily to head for Tuscany - and a career on a bike.

Li's turning points

Guitarist Li Yanliang, 46, says there are two moments that were turning points in his life.