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The ban comes after a vote in the French capital - but is it democracy in action?

A photo of a stargazer fish is one of several highly commended in Wildlife Photographer of the Year.

Many blocks in inner-city Johannesburg, the scene of a deadly fire, are deemed unfit to live in.

In a rare interview, she discusses new music and the "strange" experience of watching her 3D avatar.

Messages seen by the BBC appear to show how the influencer's "War Room" targeted possible victims.

Recent social media trends that involve parents "pranking" their kids for comedic effect may miss an important factor – young children may not be able to find it funny.

Could minuscule organisms help the world meet its climate goals?

The new popularity of Aperol is leaving some Venetians perplexed. How has a drink that, until 20 years ago could only be found in humble taverns and bars, conquered the world?

India's Chandrayaan-3 mission is revealing new insights about the lunar South Pole. The US, China and Russia all plan future missions to this region – so what makes it so fascinating?

Brice Oligui Nguema is named transitional leader after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.

Antibiotics are a staple of modern medicine and save millions of lives every year. But they are also harming the normal bacterial system our health relies on.

World champion Magnus Carlsen's accusations against Hans Niemann left the world of chess in turmoil.

The tomb in northern Peru contained the remains of a man dubbed the Priest of Pacopampa, officials say.

Medical student Megan McGillin was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver 11 years ago.

The city has become the crucible of an experiment - are robotaxis ready for the streets?

The Dutch capital is only home to about 800,000 people but draws up to 20 million tourists a year. Now, new policies are encouraging sustainable tourism to everyone.

Nepal's famed Gurkha soldiers fought in the Indian army for decades - but a new hiring plan threatens that.

Hallstatt, in the Alps, has a population of 700 but can get up to 10,000 visitors a day.

The education minister says female Muslim students will not be allowed to wear the loose-fitting robe.

Indigenous communities in northern Argentina are determined to protect the land from lithium mining.

Richard Beale has pleaded guilty over the sales of the $4m Eid Mar and parts of the "Gaza Hoard".

Afghanistan's vice and virtue minister says female visitors to Band-e-Amir were not wearing hijabs properly.

Tourists post videos of rodents roaming near the ancient amphitheatre, attracted by piles of litter.

Thieves climbed to an altitude of 2,350m and traversed gorges - all to rob a collection box.

How a London barrister became the owner of a Highland home dubbed the Castle of Spite.