Suspected Boko Haram militants ambushed a convoy carrying the new head of the Nigerian army, the military says.

Treasure hunters in the US say they have discovered a haul of Spanish gold coins from the 18th century that are worth $4.5m (£2.9m).

Two pioneering women who completed the daunting U.S. Army Ranger school this week said Thursday they hoped their historic achievement would open doors for other females as the Pentagon opens new roles, including elite Navy SEALs, to women.

Botanists in the US say an ancient plant that grew underwater in what is modern day Europe may have been the world's first known flowering plant.

Motorists will be able to recharge their cars as they drive if a scheme being proposed by Highways England comes to fruition.