Hundreds of surfers and swimmers formed a vast circle in the ocean off Bondi Beach in a moving tribute to the victims, survivors and first responders of the recent mass shooting. Discover the community's powerful response.
Oliver Lewin, jailed for plotting attacks on the M1 and communication masts, has his parole case heard in public for the first time. Read the details of the landmark hearing.
The Guardian has issued corrections for several articles, including the date a critical incident was declared at Royal Stoke University Hospital and clarifying the junior doctors' strike is in England only. Read the full list of amendments.
Videos show residents in Minneapolis and Illinois throwing snowballs at ICE agents during immigration arrests. The confrontations have sparked legal action and debate over federal tactics.
President Donald Trump signs an executive order reclassifying marijuana, a major federal policy shift. The move coincides with the Epstein Files deadline and a Kennedy Center renaming controversy.
The UK government's new strategy to tackle violence against women and girls includes 2 million male victims but omits girls under 16 from its data. Experts question the funding and focus.
A shocking new documentary reveals the tactics of 'porch pirates' stealing millions of parcels. Discover the UK's worst-hit areas and how to protect your deliveries this Christmas.
Sir Keir Starmer's government announces a radical overhaul of its media strategy, replacing daily briefings with ministerial news conferences. Political journalists express fury over the move.
US immigration agents were filmed pinning a woman down in Minneapolis snow. Bystanders pleaded and threw snowballs. Police chief criticised the tactics. Read the full report.
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A government minister has begun a hunger strike, demanding action on Palestine. The dramatic protest intensifies pressure on the UK government. Read the full story.
Two Jewish Menorahs in West London have been vandalised in suspected hate crimes. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
Andrew Shephard, 58, has pleaded guilty to animal cruelty after drunkenly throwing three kittens into the River Thames from Twickenham Bridge. One kitten was saved.
President Donald Trump has signed legislation renaming Washington's Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The move, part of a spending bill, has ignited debate over politicising cultural institutions.
A mysterious interstellar object, 3i/ATLAS, makes its closest pass to Earth. While NASA confirms it's a comet, a Harvard scientist warns we can't rule out alien technology. Discover the facts.
Danish intelligence states Russia was behind cyber-attacks on a water utility and election websites, calling it 'clear evidence' of a hybrid war against the West. Read the full report.
The controversial Napier barracks in Folkestone, the UK's first military site used to house asylum seekers, has closed. Read about its troubled history and what comes next.
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey labels a Palestinian resistance phrase as hate speech. Seven men detained in Sydney over alleged violent plot, as IS praises Bondi attack.
President Donald Trump signs an executive order moving cannabis to a less dangerous drug category, easing research and business rules. Discover the implications.
Downing Street's surprise overhaul of media briefings, scrapping afternoon lobby sessions, is condemned by journalists as a threat to scrutiny and transparency. Read the full story.
The UK government has suspended all trials of the troubled Ajax armoured vehicle after another soldier reported vibration symptoms. Defence Minister Luke Pollard acted out of 'an abundance of caution'. Read the latest on the delayed £10m programme.
Ibrahim Ahmed, 24, has been sentenced to 21 years for a brutal doorstep attack on his landlord in Croydon. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries, including a collapsed lung. Read the full court report.
New York Times columnist David Brooks, who called the Epstein case a 'stupid story', appears in newly released photos from the financier's estate. Explore the details and the questions it raises.
President Trump announces a symbolic $1,776 payment for 1.45 million military personnel, funded by tariffs. The 'Warrior Dividend' faces questions over a Supreme Court ruling and eligibility. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump gives a wide-ranging interview to Vanity Fair, discussing Joe Biden, Vladimir Putin, and his potential future political ambitions. Read the full analysis here.
Metro readers share strong views on phone addiction, AI threats, and European security. From London to Glasgow, see what's sparking debate. Have your say in the comments.
As the EU debates using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine, we examine the high-stakes legal, political, and economic risks of this unprecedented move. A pivotal moment for European solidarity.
The Democratic National Committee has completed its review of Kamala Harris's 2024 loss to Trump but will not release it publicly, calling it a 'distraction' from future victories.
The UK government has unveiled a landmark strategy to reduce violence against women and girls. Ministers must now deliver on their bold promises with concrete action and sustained funding.
The Guardian's satirical Parliamentarian of the Year awards for 2025 are revealed, with Angela Rayner, Liz Truss, and Keir Starmer among the 'winners'. Discover the year's political highlights.