As a child, I was first introduced to the original "Star Trek" television series and movies by my babysitter, who watched them on TV with me.

William Shatner is furious with Star Trek movie bosses for failing to offer him a cameo role in the new film, according to reports. The actor, who played Captain Kirk in the iconic TV show, is said to be "very upset and has been lobbying for a role" in Star Trek XI

Star Trek fans from around the world have spent more than $7 million snapping up memorabilia from the TV and movie franchise at a three-day New York City auction celebrating its 40th anniversary. The sci-fi sale concluded on Saturday with more than 1,000 lots, including costumes, models and props, going under the hammer at Christie's - with most items fetching far more than their estimated price.

Star Trek fans from around the world have snapped up memorabilia from the TV and movie franchise at a New York City auction celebrating its 40th anniversary. Bidders wearing costumes from the cult show paid more than 10 times the pre-sale estimate for items including prop weapons and models of spaceships.