Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces Nick Robinson on BBC Radio 4, defending frozen tax thresholds as not constituting a tax rise. Explore the key exchanges and analysis from the day after the budget.
Miss Universe co-owners Jakkaphong Jakrajutatip and Raúl Rocha Cantú face arrest warrants amid fraud and trafficking allegations, casting shadow over recent pageant. Discover the unfolding scandal.
Two National Guard members shot in Washington DC. The suspect, an Afghan evacuee, had ties to CIA-backed units, prompting a review of visa vetting.
Tate gallery staff begin week-long strike over pay dispute as workers reveal reliance on food banks. Union demands fair wages for cultural sector employees.
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of plotting a terror attack connected to the deadly Manchester synagogue assault. Police continue their investigation.
A stark report reveals a 20-year surge in unelected power via Lords appointments and £47m political donations. Discover the impact on UK democracy and the call for reform.
ICE agents raid Dallas office, detaining businessman Maher Tarabishi in ongoing immigration enforcement. Details emerge about the controversial operation.
Palestinian-American teen Mohammed Ibrahim freed after nine months in Israeli detention. Family reveals severe weight loss and scabies. Read the full story of his ordeal and ongoing concerns for Palestinian children.
Pope Leo has landed in Ankara for his first foreign trip since becoming pontiff, focusing on Ukraine peace efforts and Middle East tensions. Follow his three-day itinerary.
Official figures reveal a 13% increase in asylum seekers housed in hotels, reaching 36,273, while net migration drops 69% to 204,000. Explore the conflicting trends and government response.
The OBR's entire Budget forecast was published online 40 minutes early. Ex-security chief Ciaran Martin is now investigating the serious breach. Read the full details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' first Budget extends income tax freezes until 2031, introduces new property taxes and shakes up pensions. Discover how these changes impact your wallet.
The IFS warns Rachel Reeves' Budget relies on 'heroic' spending restraint, with major tax rises delayed until 2028, risking future fiscal credibility. Read the full analysis.
North Melbourne and Brisbane Lions clash in a historic third straight AFLW Grand Final, raising questions over other clubs' investment. Can anyone challenge the top two?
Australian Senator Pauline Hanson dons burqa in parliament, sparking widespread condemnation and media ethics debate. Read the full analysis of political stunts.
Italy's parliament postpones crucial legislation that would define sex without consent as rape, creating a rift in Giorgia Meloni's coalition government. Discover the implications.
Russian scientists create remote-controlled pigeons using neural chips for surveillance operations. The birds can fly 310 miles daily with real-time direction control. Read the shocking details.
As France reinstates national service, questions emerge about whether Britain could follow suit amid growing Russian threats. Explore the debate around conscription revival.
Maryam Ilyas, 20, permanently barred from policing after sharing confidential information with her drug dealer boyfriend. West Yorkshire Police misconduct hearing reveals repeated data breaches.
Wandsworth Labour faces accusations of twisting a manifesto promise on law enforcement officers as a political row erupts over crime figures ahead of local elections.
Steven Mitchell, 41, has been sentenced to 10 years for rape and sexual assault. The High Court described him as a high-risk offender. Report crimes to police.
Donald Trump calls for review of Afghan refugees after Washington shooting injures two National Guard members. Plus, Hong Kong fire death toll rises and new Russia sanctions proposed.
Denmark has created a 'night watch' team to monitor Donald Trump's activities due to time zone differences and ongoing diplomatic tensions. Discover how this unprecedented move reflects changing transatlantic relations.
A London-based Palestinian doctor has been suspended for 15 months following an investigation into alleged antisemitic social media posts. Dr Rahmeh Aladwan denies all accusations.
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.
Discover how James Cook went from working in a Surrey cinema to coaching the Cleveland Browns, and meet other international talents breaking into American football.
Rachel Reeves' Budget introduces a £2,000 salary sacrifice cap for pensions, criticised as a 'tax penalty'. Learn how this change impacts your retirement savings from April 2029.
UK state pension set for £550+ annual rise under triple lock, bringing pensioners closer to income tax threshold. Discover the financial implications.
Traders predict a 93% likelihood of a Bank of England rate cut in December to 3.75%, making borrowing and mortgages cheaper. Discover what this means for you.
Rachel Reeves appoints Accenture's Sharmila Karve as UK's first AI Procurement Champion to revolutionise government technology spending and boost efficiency. Discover how this move will transform public services.