Expert Slams Labour's Hate Speech Laws
Timothy Roberts of NSW Council for Civil Liberties argues Labour's new hate speech powers risk undermining Australian democracy rather than protecting society.
Category : Politics
Teargas Used at Minneapolis ICE Protest Over Hotel Vandalism
Federal agents deployed chemical irritants to disperse protesters outside a Minneapolis hotel where ICE agents were reportedly staying, following the killing of Alex Pretti.
Starmer-Trump Relations: Readers Debate 'Impossible' Future
MetroTalk readers discuss whether Keir Starmer can manage relations with Donald Trump amid US policy shifts on Greenland and Chagos Islands, plus other political hypocrisy and consumer gripes.
Police Seek Camden Hero Who Stopped Street Assault
Metropolitan Police appeal for witness who bravely intervened to protect three women from an attacker on Camden High Street in London.
Ex-Senator on Trial for Drugging MP with MDMA
Joël Guerriau, a former French senator, stands trial in Paris accused of spiking Sandrine Josso's drink with MDMA in an alleged sexual assault attempt.
Labour Blocks Burnham's Bid, Sparing UK Economic Woes
Labour's National Executive Committee has rejected Andy Burnham's candidacy for Gorton and Denton, preventing what critics call a tax-and-spend socialist agenda that would have damaged Britain's economy.
US Protests Against ICE Violence After Minneapolis Shooting
Thousands demonstrate across US cities demanding ICE abolition after federal agents fatally shot Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, in Minneapolis, sparking nationwide outrage.
Labour NEC Blocks Burnham: Starmer Crisis?
Labour faces turmoil as the NEC blocks Andy Burnham from the Gorton and Denton byelection, raising questions about Keir Starmer's leadership and party unity.
Pressure Mounts for Full Investigation into Alex Pretti Killing
Calls intensify for a thorough investigation into the fatal shooting of nurse Alex Pretti by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis, with Barack and Michelle Obama describing the incident as a heartbreaking tragedy and a national wake-up call.
UK Man Charged with Encouraging US Suicide via Video
Dylan Phelan from West Yorkshire faces charges for allegedly encouraging a Louisiana man's suicide over video call, plus unrelated child image and pornography offences.
Russian Family Deported to Costa Rica Under Trump Deal
A Russian family, fleeing Putin's regime, was deported from the US to Costa Rica under a Trump-era agreement. They remain in legal limbo, fighting for compensation after detention.
UK Military Abuse Inquiry Widens: Over 500 Report Historic Allegations
A UK police investigation into alleged sexual abuse during military medical examinations has expanded to include the Royal Navy and RAF, with over 500 reports spanning decades.
Braverman Defects to Reform UK in Tory Exodus
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman resigns Conservative whip after 30 years, becoming latest high-profile Tory to join Nigel Farage's Reform UK party.
Suella Braverman Defects to Reform UK
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has defected from the Conservative Party to join Reform UK, following several other high-profile Tory departures in recent weeks.
Venezuela Families Demand Full Political Prisoner Release
Relatives of Venezuela's political prisoners continue protests outside detention centres, calling for immediate release of all detainees despite recent limited prisoner releases.
Suella Braverman Defects to Reform UK
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has left the Conservative Party to join Nigel Farage's Reform UK, marking a significant political shift in Westminster.
Russia Uses Interpol to Target Putin Critics
Leaked documents reveal Russia systematically exploits Interpol's wanted lists to pursue political opponents, journalists, and businessmen abroad, raising concerns about systemic abuse.
Trump's White-Collar Pardon Blitz Sparks Backlash
US President Donald Trump has issued 21 clemency grants since mid-January 2026, with nearly half benefiting individuals convicted of fraud and white-collar crimes, drawing criticism from Democrats.
Trump Pardons Fraudsters While Pushing Fraud Investigations
Donald Trump's recent pardons show a focus on fraud convictions, including billionaires and officials, as Republicans investigate fraud in Democratic states, raising hypocrisy concerns.
Egyptian Fisherman Executed in Saudi Arabia's Death Row Surge
Essam al-Shazly spent four years on death row in Saudi Arabia before execution. His mother reveals coercion claims and flawed trials in record capital punishment year.
Childcare Funding Freeze Sparks US Family Crisis
US families confront impossible decisions as Trump administration freezes billions in childcare funds across five states, alleging fraud claims that workers call 'ridiculous' and misleading.
Starmer Defends Burnham Snub, Says Focus Must Be on Reform
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has justified Labour's decision to block Andy Burnham from standing as an MP, arguing party resources must concentrate on the battle against Reform UK rather than internal contests.
Trump Reviews Minneapolis Shooting Amid Bipartisan Scrutiny
President Trump declines to comment on officer's actions in Alex Pretti killing while Republicans press for deeper investigation into federal immigration tactics.
EU Investigates X Over Grok AI's Sexualised Images
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk's X platform over its Grok AI chatbot generating millions of sexualised images, including content potentially depicting children.
Man Charged Over Video Call Suicide Encouragement
Dylan Phelan, 21, from West Yorkshire, faces charges of encouraging suicide during a video call with a Louisiana man who died, plus unrelated child image offences.
Windrush Man Homeless Due to Home Office Inaction
George Campbell, 69, faced homelessness after officials questioned his right to live in the UK, despite arriving from Jamaica as a child 60 years ago and working his entire life.
Florida Brothers Face Life in NY Sex Trafficking Trial
The trial begins for three wealthy Florida brothers accused of decades of sexual abuse, trafficking, and assault against dozens of women in New York and beyond.
Minnesota Vigil for Alex Pretti After ICE Shooting
A Minnesota community gathers in vigil for Alex Pretti, fatally shot by US Border Patrol, as residents describe how ICE actions disrupt daily life and sports routines.
Haldane: Labour Lacks Business Sense in Growth Plan
Former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane criticises Labour government's lack of private sector experience, citing multiple policy U-turns and calling for defence spending as growth cornerstone.
French Police Told to Stop Using Weapons on Migrants
France's human rights watchdog warns police against using rubber bullets and tear gas to prevent migrants boarding UK-bound boats, citing serious injuries and deaths.
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