In the first of a series of rare dispatches from Gaza, reporter Clancy Chassay finds life tough for Fatah reporters. Columnist Jonathan Freedland gives his reaction to Clancy's reports, and explains why there is little optimism ahead of US-hosted peace talks in Annapolis.
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Forty years after abortion was legalised in the UK, pro-choice campaigner Anne Quesney assesses the health of the laws, while practitioners discuss availability and provision.
John Hooper in Rome reports on new research illustrating the profitability of Italy's criminal gangs. Retailers say mobsters make more money than Italy's largest corporation, infiltrating every aspect of the legal economy.
Technology correspondent Bobbie Johnson on Oink, the music piracy website targeted by police. Its estimated 180,000 users say the file-sharing site had focused on quality.
Chief football writer Kevin McCarra on Arsenal's 7-0 victory against Slavia Prague, and previews tonight's Champions League matches, with Chelsea, Liverpool and Celtic all in action.
Matt Weaver's papers review finds good news for admirers of footballers' wives.
