NSW Police Commissioner extends controversial protest restrictions in Sydney for a third time, but authorises the major Invasion Day march. Over 1,500 officers will be deployed for 26 January events.
Martin Luther King Jr Day was celebrated across the US with parades and speeches, but events were tempered by anxieties over racial justice and immigration crackdowns under the Trump administration.
On 20 January, activists across the US will walk out of work and school to protest ICE raids and attacks on rights. Organisers report over 600 planned events.
From heartfelt Alan Rickman stories to a doctor's return to Gaza and fears of a US invasion of Greenland, explore this week's essential Guardian reads. Discover life-affirming journalism.
Donald Trump's push to seize Greenland could trigger NATO's collapse, leaving the UK vulnerable, a top analyst warns. Discover the implications for British security.
Major Invasion Day rallies in Sydney are expected to go ahead on 26 January 2025, as police confirm they are working with organisers despite controversial protest restrictions. Read the latest updates.
As high-stakes talks loom, Greenlanders express alarm and powerlessness over Donald Trump's renewed threats to acquire the autonomous Danish territory by force. Read about the anxiety gripping the island.
Discover seven unique ways to spend Valentine's Day 2026 in London, from live film scores to themed desserts and creative speed dating. Plan your perfect day, whether romantic, platonic, or solo.
A Venezuelan criminology professor argues the US invasion and arrest of Nicolás Maduro is a ploy to seize national wealth, not a genuine anti-drug operation. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump has reiterated his intent to acquire Greenland, dismissing its defence and NATO concerns. Danish PM warns of a 'fateful moment' for the alliance. Read the latest.
Exclusive report from Ukraine's eastern front with the Da Vinci Wolves battalion, where infantry endure 38-day frontline rotations under constant drone threat. Read the full story.
Escape London's crowds this January with a day trip to Broadway, the Cotswolds village named one of the best winter getaways for 2026. Discover frosty walks, cosy pubs, and stunning views.
MetroTalk readers passionately debate the implications of Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland and the US-led invasion of Venezuela, questioning legality and global double standards. Join the discussion.
Residents of Nuuk report anxiety and sleepless nights as Donald Trump escalates threats to acquire Greenland. Locals and former ministers speak out against what they call a colonial threat.
MetroTalk readers debate the implications of Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland and the US invasion of Venezuela, questioning legality and global double standards. Join the conversation.
Moscow calls for 'respect for international law' following US military action in Venezuela that left 80 dead. Read the Kremlin's full statement and analysis of Russia's strategic interests.
France, Germany, and Poland discuss a united response as Trump aides suggest seizing Greenland by force, threatening NATO's future. Read the latest diplomatic crisis.
Analysis of the conservative media's surprising support for President Trump's military action in Venezuela, despite past 'America First' pledges. Explore the voices backing and questioning the intervention.
Polymarket, a prediction market platform, has angered traders by refusing to settle $10.5m in bets on a US invasion of Venezuela, arguing the capture of Nicolás Maduro does not qualify. Read the full story on the controversial decision.
A new podcast episode dissects Donald Trump's pivotal post-Venezuela speech, putting Mexico, Cuba, and Greenland on watch. We also revisit the Jan 6 narrative. Listen now.
A P&O cruise ship with 5,200 passengers is stuck circling Barbados after US military action in Venezuela disrupted flights and the itinerary. A British couple from Lancashire share their holiday 'in limbo'.
Jon Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel, and Stephen Colbert dissect the shocking US military incursion into Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. Read their scathing critiques.
Natalie Portman, Queen Latifah and Leonardo DiCaprio are among stars stuck on St Barts after US action in Venezuela closed regional airspace. Flights cancelled across the Lesser Antilles.
Venezuelans living in London share their mixed reactions of relief and uncertainty following the US military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro. Read their personal stories and hopes for Venezuela's future.
Metro readers argue Trump's Venezuela intervention is about oil control, not restoring democracy. They draw parallels with Iraq and question the precedent set. Have your say in the comments.
Analysis: Donald Trump's military incursion into Venezuela, justified by drug charges against Maduro, blatantly violates international law and risks emboldening autocrats worldwide. Read the full breakdown.
A UK minister has refused to say if a US invasion of Greenland would be wrong, following Donald Trump's comments. Read the latest on the diplomatic fallout.
Hundreds gathered in sub-zero temperatures for a silent march to honour the 40 killed in the Crans-Montana New Year fire. Five victims, including teenagers, have been named as identification continues.
AI chatbot ChatGPT claims the US invasion of Venezuela is 'misinformation', despite President Trump capturing leader Nicolás Maduro. Read the full story and the AI's startling denial.
Hundreds gathered in sub-zero temperatures for a silent march in Crans-Montana to honour the 40 killed in the New Year's bar fire. Authorities have now identified 24 victims, including several teenagers. Read the latest.