Video shows Russian tanks crossing the border, airstrikes hitting several cities and long lines of cars fleeing after Putin announced a military operation in Ukraine. The U.S. and its allies condemned the invasion and announced further action against Russia.

A Brief History Of Ukraine (And Why Russia Wants To Control It) In this animated video, historian Matt Lewis tells the story of Ukraine's turbulent and often surprising history. Beginning over a thousand years ago with the formation of the Kyivan Rus state, Matt tracks the development of Ukraine dur...

See how this cute pugs in a snow slider enjoy a winter day.

In the water, Michael Phelps is a force to be reckoned with. But his dominance in the pool isn't just a physical attribute. Phelps's exacting mental standards and preparation propel him beyond other swimmers

Homosexuals protested at the beginning of 2013 in front of Russia's parliament over proposals to outlaw gay kissing in public. But passing homophobes were not impressed. Report by Matt Blake.

Over 400 people staged a gay kiss-in in front of the Russian consulate in Antwerp to protest that nation's anti-gay laws.The event entitled "To Russia With Love" was timed to coincide with the end of the World Out Games which were taking place in Antwerp.

Kenworthy has spoken forthrightly about his own experience as a target for bullying. As one of the first openly gay athletes to compete in the Winter Olympics, cyberbullies made him the brunt of provocation ranging from homophobic slurs to death threats.

Alonzo might seem like an unlikely ally, b...

Seven for Simone: Biles claims another US Gymnastics title. Simone Biles finished nearly five points ahead of runner-up Sunisa Lee and good friend and teammate Jordan Chiles. he will represent the US at the Olympic Games in Tokyo 2021.

Sergey Lazarev represents Russia in the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest. He is famous for being a singer, actor, and TV presenter. Starting his music career at an early age and becoming more and more popular, he was followed by the whole country during whilst growing-up as an artist. In 2015 he won all...

After hitting his head on the board during the preliminary round, Greg Louganis recovers to win 3m Springboard gold in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Greg is an incredible supporter of gay rights.