Visa nightmare traps 'abandoned brides' in Australia
Kiran's story exposes how temporary visas increase vulnerability for South Asian women facing domestic abuse and coercive control in Australia. Read her fight to stay.
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How a nurse's question helped a mother escape domestic abuse
A mother recounts how a hospital visit and a nurse's crucial question began her escape from a decade of coercive control and violence. Learn the signs of abuse and where to find help.
Poll: 67% of UK voters wrongly think immigration is up
Exclusive polling shows a stark gap between perception and reality on UK immigration, with public confidence in government border control plummeting. Discover the data behind the 'credibility gap'.
Gun Lobby's 'Fight of Our Lives' Against New Australian Laws
Australia's gun lobby mobilises against a government crackdown following the Bondi massacre, framing it as an unjust attack on legal owners. Read the inside story of the escalating battle.
Out-of-control bushfire near Euroa, Victoria prompts emergency
Emergency services warn of Victoria's worst fire danger since Black Summer as an out-of-control bushfire erupts near Euroa. Communities told it is too late to leave. Read the latest updates.
US House GOP Majority Shrinks After LaMalfa Death
The death of California Republican Doug LaMalfa, 65, tightens the GOP's House majority to 218-213, complicating their legislative agenda. Read the full story.
Twitch streamer arrested after toy gun incident at Big Ben
Armed police arrested 13 people, including a Twitch streamer, on Westminster Bridge for allegedly possessing an imitation firearm. Read the full details of the incident.
Readers Debate Motives Behind Trump's Venezuela Invasion
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.
Joint mortgage abuse left me trapped for five years
Sarah Matthews shares her harrowing story of coercive control and joint mortgage abuse, a five-year legal battle to reclaim her home, and the warning signs banks must spot.
California Open Carry Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
A US appeals court has overturned California's ban on openly carrying firearms, citing a violation of Second Amendment rights. The landmark ruling impacts 95% of the state's population.
Coroner calls for circumcision safety after baby's death
A coroner warns more babies could die after six-month-old Mohamed Abdisamad's death from infection. The report calls for urgent government action on training and regulation.
Gun Safety Advocates Win Seats in US Legislatures
A new generation of US politicians, personally impacted by gun violence, is winning elections to enact reforms. Discover the seismic shift in American politics.
Corrie's Todd trapped as abuser Theo's control tightens
Coronation Street's harrowing coercive control storyline takes a devastating turn as Todd Grimshaw's hopes of escape are crushed by Theo Silverton. Read the full spoilers.
AI Control Crisis: Experts Warn Humanity Must Act Now
Leading voices sound the alarm on uncontrolled AI development, urging immediate government intervention to prevent a future where technology sabotages human control. Read the urgent proposals.
Croydon drug dealer jailed for nine years
A key county lines drug dealer from Croydon has been sentenced to nine years after police found a firearm wrapped in a scarf. Videos showed him firing an identical weapon.
NSW Police Get New Powers to Ban Protests After Terror
NSW Premier Chris Minns urges police to use new powers to ban protests for up to three months following a terrorist event. New gun control laws also introduced. Read the latest.
UK deploys weevils and fungi to fight invasive species
UK scientists are releasing biological agents like South American weevils to combat invasive plants such as floating pennywort and Japanese knotweed, aiming to protect native wildlife.
Far-Right Militia Leader Stanislav Orlov Killed in Crimea
The murky death of Española founder Stanislav 'Spaniard' Orlov, reportedly by Russian security services, signals a Kremlin crackdown on non-state armed groups post-Wagner mutiny. Read the full analysis.
Brown University Shooting: A Mother's Plea on Gun Violence
Playwright Sarah Ruhl recounts her daughter hiding during the Brown University shooting, questioning America's normalisation of gun violence and calling for urgent change. Read her powerful testimony.
Bondi Attack Sparks Call for Updated Australian Gun Laws
Epidemiologist Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz argues Australia's world-leading gun legislation needs modernising to prevent future tragedies. National cohesion is vital for reform.
NSW Pushes New Laws After Bondi Terror Attack
NSW Premier Chris Minns recalls parliament to pass urgent legislation on gun control, hate speech, and protest powers following the Bondi terror attack. Learn the key changes.
Unfinished Gun Register Scrutinised After Bondi Attack
A national firearms register, promised after Port Arthur, remains incomplete. Experts argue it could have flagged the Bondi attackers. Discover the stalled reforms and new proposals.
French IT Failure Causes Dover Ferry Delays for Christmas
French border control IT failure causes major delays at Port of Dover, disrupting Christmas travel plans for thousands. RAC forecasts record 37.5 million car journeys. Plan ahead to avoid festive gridlock.
Australia Launches Gun Buyback After Bondi Killings
Australia plans a national gun buyback scheme and tougher laws after the Bondi Beach terrorist shooting that killed 15. Read the full story on the government's response.
NSW Parliament recalled for urgent gun law debate
The NSW parliament will be recalled next week to debate urgent gun control legislation, with calls to remove recreational hunting as a valid reason for firearm ownership. Follow the latest developments.
Albanese's Crisis Leadership Under Scrutiny Post-Bondi
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces criticism for his response to the Bondi terror attack as he announces new hate speech laws and concedes more could have been done. Can he reset the narrative?
Bondi Attack: NSW Premier Pledges Firearms Law Review
Following the Bondi beach terror attack, NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to review gun laws. Data shows a 'frightening concentration' of firearm ownership in Sydney. Read the full analysis.
John Howard shifts gun debate after Bondi terror attack
Former PM John Howard's intervention on gun laws after the Bondi terror attack has dramatically shifted the political debate, giving conservatives permission to oppose further restrictions. Analysis of the implications for reform.
Minns Recalls Parliament to Strengthen NSW Gun Laws
NSW Premier Chris Minns is recalling parliament to enact stricter gun laws, including ownership limits and enhanced police powers, following the Bondi terror attack. Read the full details.
Five-year sentence for man with homemade gun on train
A 45-year-old man from Kent has been sentenced to five years in prison after an off-duty police officer found him with a modified staple gun firearm on a London-bound train. Read the full details.
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