The election campaign is expected to be a tough battle for the prime minister seeking a second term.

A steel plant in Taranto moves to tackle pollution, but locals say it is too little, too late.

A new art show brings the influential noughties New York post-punk scene to life in all its filthy glory.

How social media became an information battleground for anti-government protesters and Algeria's rulers.

Gladys Liu faces loyalty questions - but some say she is the victim of "xenophobic paranoia".

Five things that matter about Israel's second election in just five months.

The former Venezuelan intelligence chief is accused by the US of drug trafficking offences.

The US company's flotation has been one of the most hotly-anticipated financial events of the year.

Is the creature in the Yangtze a monster, a snake - or something less animated altogether?

Why is there a shortage of the precious gas and how is it affecting firms?

A medicine for enlarged prostates may benefit brain cells damaged by Parkinson's, scientists find.

How a controversial extradition bill with China sparked months of violent protest.

The Supreme Court hears competing arguments about the legality of the PM's decision to suspend Parliament.

A former military chief is seeking to unseat Israel's prime minister in a race too close to call.

The Tesla CEO's lawyers say the term means "creepy old man" in South Africa where Mr Musk grew up.

A clash between Aston Villa's Anwar El Ghazi and Tyrone Mings was "put to bed at half-time", says captain Jack Grealish after their draw with West Ham.

The world's most popular Pokemon trainer, Ash Ketchum, achieves the goal he set for himself in 1997.

It's perhaps not surprising that a racing driver is still happy with his $50m contract - but when it's Daniel Ricciardo, it's not about the money.

Dozens of students say they were "traumatised" by investigations that left them feeling unsafe on campus.

Sarah Thomas began the challenge on Sunday and finished after more than 54 hours.

Will an English side win the Champions League again? What shape are their La Liga rivals in? Who might be this season's surprise package?