Labour peer Margaret Hodge's review urges Arts Council England to slash red tape, scrap its 'Let's Create' strategy, and revive regional boards. A critical look at the future of arts funding.
New analysis reveals the East Midlands is set for 94% house price growth, surpassing London. Discover the top investment spots like Nottingham and Derby.
Explore six of Italy's finest regional foods, from Verona's pandoro to Calabria's sweet onions, following UNESCO's recognition of Italian cuisine as intangible cultural heritage. Discover where to taste them.
New MI6 head Blaise Metreweli warns Russia is using cyber attacks, sabotage and disinformation to bully Britain in a 'space between peace and war'. Read her stark security alert.
New MI6 head Blaise Metreweli warns Russia is waging 'grey zone' war on Britain, using cyber attacks, sabotage and disinformation. She says the public must understand the dangers.
The UK unveils its Atlantic Bastion programme, a £14m AI and autonomous vehicle project to protect critical undersea infrastructure from Russian threats. Read the full details.
Sky News gains rare access to a top-secret subterranean base in Donbas as Ukrainian forces prepare to move. Lieutenant Colonel Lemko details the brutal fight against Russia's 'advantage in numbers' and warns Europe of hybrid war. Read the full report.
NATO staged its biggest-ever cyber war game in Tallinn, simulating crippling attacks on civilian and military infrastructure. Discover how allies prepared for the digital battlefield.
The UK government has sanctioned 11 Russian intelligence operatives, including a psychological warfare chief accused of running 'deniable' sabotage operations across Europe. The move follows the Dawn Sturgess Inquiry report.
As US-Venezuela tensions rise, experts analyse Maduro's guerrilla warfare and 'anarchisation' strategy. Could it make the country 'ungovernable'? Read the full analysis.
Explore the bold, aromatic flavours of Hunan at Fiery Flavors in Surrey Quays. Our review covers must-try dishes like steamed fish head and why this regional cuisine is London's next big thing.
As Gaza ceasefire falters, Israeli strikes intensify in Lebanon and Syria. New report details mounting casualties, displacement, and allegations of war crimes across the region. Read the full analysis.
The Cornish language, Kernewek, has been submitted for the highest level of protection under the European Charter. Discover how this historic move will impact education, law, and culture in Cornwall.
As Ukraine enters its fourth winter of war, Donald Trump is pushing a peace deal that many see as surrender. Analysis of military stalemate and political pressure facing Zelenskyy.
Metro readers discuss Russia's hybrid warfare tactics, from naval incursions to migration weaponisation, and its impact on British politics and European security. Join the conversation.
A Lincolnshire woman's £360,000 six-bedroom property purchase goes viral, highlighting the stark North-South house price divide in the UK and sparking envy.
Goldman Sachs announces major expansion of its Birmingham office, creating 500 new roles in the UK's second city. Discover how this investment boosts regional employment.
As casualties mount, Ukrainian women are joining drone units in growing numbers. Meet the pilots carrying the psychological weight of a brutal combat environment.
Discover why epidural pain relief sometimes fails during childbirth. Expert insights on placement issues, dosage problems, and timing myths for UK parents.
Iran attempts soft-power transformation while cracking down domestically. Can Tehran's charm offensive overcome regional suspicions and internal divisions? Analysis of Iran's strategic dilemma.
Direct flights between London Gatwick and Cornwall's Newquay resume today after Skybus stepped in to replace collapsed Eastern Airways. Fares start from £79.99.
New Zoopla research identifies Britain's most affordable towns for homebuyers, with Scotland and County Durham dominating the list. Discover where property remains within reach.
Former MI6 chief warns Royal Navy could take aggressive action against Russian spy ship Yantar after lasers targeted RAF pilots near Scottish waters. Read the latest developments.
Discover why gap years are becoming essential for UK students to save money and gain maturity before university, especially for those from regional areas facing financial pressures.
The Financial Conduct Authority is significantly expanding its Leeds presence, doubling its office space as part of its strategy to decentralise financial regulation from London.
Exclusive: UK domestic flights have plummeted by over 240,000 since 2006. Discover the reasons behind this staggering shift and how rail is benefiting.
As gang violence and climate collapse converge, over 1.4 million Haitians have fled their homes. Explore the human cost of this escalating humanitarian emergency.
Sony announces Japan-only PS5 console and US/Japan gaming monitor, leaving UK gamers disappointed. Get the full details on these regional exclusives.
Federal Labor and National MPs criticise proposal to reduce regional road speed limits from 100km/h to 70-90km/h. Read about the political backlash and safety debate.
Exclusive analysis reveals the United States likely disrupted GPS signals near Venezuela, raising questions about electronic warfare tactics and regional tensions.