Mother pleads for son's repatriation from Syria
Sally Lane calls for UK or Canada to bring home her son Jack Letts, detained without trial since 2017, as US transfers IS-linked prisoners to Iraq.
Category : Politics
China Hacked Top Downing Street Staff Phones
Senior aides to Boris Johnson, Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak were reportedly targeted in a sophisticated Chinese cyber-espionage campaign between 2021 and 2024.
£37bn Savings Possible Through Public Pension Reform
A new report reveals transitioning public sector pensions to defined contribution schemes could save taxpayers £37bn annually while addressing fairness concerns.
Minneapolis ICE Crackdown: Resistance Grows After Shootings
A week of escalating ICE operations in Minneapolis has led to two fatal shootings, thousands of arrests, and widespread community resistance against what residents describe as government brutality.
Starmer's 'Trump Whisperer' Status in Jeopardy, Readers Say
MetroTalk readers discuss whether Keir Starmer can manage relations with Donald Trump amid US policy shifts on Greenland and the Chagos Islands, with views on Farage, biscuits, and charity donations.
Germany Prepares for Potential Russia Attack in 2 Years
A senior German general warns of a potential Russian attack within two to three years, highlighting hybrid warfare threats and the need for NATO preparedness.
National Police Service Concerns for Met Police
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's FBI-style national force proposal could reshape London policing, with Mayor Sadiq Khan warning of significant implications for the Met's operations and funding.
ICE Denies Counting Bullet Wounds on Nurse Alex Pretti
The Department of Homeland Security refutes claims that ICE officers counted bullet wounds on nurse Alex Pretti after he was shot in Minneapolis, as new video evidence suggests a tragic mishap.
Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino Leaves Minneapolis
Gregory Bovino, a key figure in Trump's immigration crackdown, is departing Minneapolis after the shooting of Alex Pretti, amid a strategic White House shift.
Starmer Blocks Burnham as Labour Faces Internal Crisis
Keir Starmer's faction blocks Andy Burnham from a by-election, exposing deep Labour divisions and a preference for control over party survival.
Hounslow's CCTV Upgrade to Raise £5m from Drivers
Hounslow Council plans to upgrade traffic CCTV technology to generate £5.22m in revenue, part of efforts to address a £51.5m budget gap through enforcement and asset income.
Turnbull: Albanese Must Acknowledge Trump's 'Bully' Politics
Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull calls on Anthony Albanese to deliver a speech acknowledging the changed global landscape under Donald Trump, urging honesty about the US president's 'bully' tactics.
Labour Blocks Burnham's Westminster Return
Labour's decision to bar Andy Burnham from a by-election has sparked internal chaos, raising questions about leadership challenges and the party's future direction.
Doomsday Clock Update: Humanity's Fate Assessed
Experts convene to adjust the symbolic Doomsday Clock, reflecting global threats from nuclear war to AI and climate change. Discover what the latest setting means.
Turnbull on Coalition Split: Opposition in 'La-La Land'
Former PM Malcolm Turnbull discusses the Coalition's second collapse in eight months, leadership uncertainty, and the challenges facing the opposition in a candid podcast interview.
Starmer's China Visit Tests UK's Global Standing
Keir Starmer's upcoming visit to China marks the first by a British prime minister since 2018, highlighting the delicate balance between security concerns and economic interdependence in UK-China relations.
Labour Ministers: Stop Celebrating Tiny Economic Wins
Housing Secretary Steve Reed's celebration of minor economic improvements ignores Britain's deeper growth crisis, with housing starts plummeting and long-term prosperity needed.
Burnham Blockade Backfires: Labour's Leadership Crisis
Andy Burnham's blocked by-election bid exposes Keir Starmer's vulnerability, turning a local contest into a national referendum on Labour's direction and leadership stability amid growing internal dissent.
Sussan Ley Confronts Leadership Challenge Amid Coalition Crisis
Liberal leader Sussan Ley confronts right-wing campaign to oust her as she plans Liberal-only frontbench following Nationals split over hate speech laws.
Sajid Javid on Childhood Crime and Political Rise
Former Home Secretary Sajid Javid discusses his memoir, detailing childhood theft, family beatings, and his path from a troubled youth to the top of UK politics.
Iran's Hidden Death Toll: Medics Reveal Systematic Concealment
Exclusive testimony from Iranian medical professionals exposes a state-led effort to conceal the true scale of fatalities during recent protests, with estimates suggesting over 30,000 deaths.
Perth Man Charged Over Alleged Bomb at Invasion Day Rally
A 31-year-old Perth man faces charges after an alleged improvised explosive device was thrown at an Invasion Day rally, described as terrifying by Noongar elder Herbert Bropho.
London Snow Alert: Major Winter Storm Approaches UK
London faces significant snowfall as a massive winter storm threatens the UK, with weather models predicting up to 70 inches of snow in some areas and widespread disruption expected.
Starmer Blocks Burnham's Parliamentary Bid
Andy Burnham's attempt to stand in the Gorton and Denton byelection was blocked by Labour's ruling body, including Keir Starmer, raising questions about party unity and leadership ambitions.
Nato Warns of Ukraine's 'Harshest Winter' in Decade
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte warns Ukraine faces its toughest winter in over a decade as Russian attacks cut power to Kharkiv and damage historic sites.
White House Backtracks on Alex Pretti Claims After Video
The White House has distanced itself from initial characterisations of Alex Pretti as a gunman after video footage contradicted official statements, prompting a political crisis.
Trump Scales Back Federal Surge in Minneapolis
The White House is reducing federal agents in Minneapolis after fatal shootings, as protests and legal challenges mount against Trump's ICE crackdown.
Sydney Hate Speech Charge: Neo-Nazi Links Alleged
Brandan Koschel denied bail after court hears he wore a Celtic cross and praised a former neo-Nazi leader at an anti-immigration rally in Sydney, with police alleging online links to the disbanded National Socialist Network.
Sussan Ley's Political Future: Challenges and Prospects
Analysis of Sussan Ley's political career, current challenges, and potential future prospects in Australian politics, amid public scrutiny and policy debates.
Ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding Pleads Not Guilty to 17 Felonies
Canadian former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, 44, has pleaded not guilty to 17 felony charges including drug trafficking and conspiracy to murder in a California court.
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