Press cover the Iraqi elections

Iraq's latest tentative steps on the road to establishing democracy are covered in many papers.

The Times says there was both "death and defiance" in the country - with millions voting in a general election while militants killed at least 38.

The Financial Times reflects the scale of the security operation needed in Baghdad during the election.

The Sun focuses on expat Iraqis queuing to vote in their hundreds in major British cities.

There are further allegations surrounding the return to prison of Jon Venables, one of the killers of James Bulger, in the Daily Mail.

It believes he could be charged with a criminal offence and face a trial.

The Sun leads with the same story and a claim about the nature of the pornographic images he is alleged to have viewed.

The Daily Express says it has uncovered the "scandal" of prisoners claiming unemployment and sickness benefits.

The Guardian reflects on David Cameron's handling of the row over Lord Ashcroft's tax status.

Mr Cameron's "atypical lack of urgency and outrage" is fuelling voters' doubts about the Tory party, the paper says.

Wine research

The Independent reports that Labour ministers may be attempting to push through £11bn of spending in a "scorched earth" policy.

This is designed to prevent flagship projects being cut back by the Tories if they win power.

The Daily Express has a story that will please wine drinkers.

Researchers in the United States found that women who enjoy the odd glass of wine did not put on as much weight as teetotallers.

Meanwhile, black garlic has just gone on sale at Selfridges in London and differs from the normal variety by being fermented at high temperatures for a month.

The only drawback, the Daily Telegraph explains, is the cost, with two garlic bulbs retailing at £5.50.