Left's Digital Struggle: From Infighting to Revival
Analysis of how infighting has weakened the left online while the right flourished, with progressives now finding new strategies to turn the tide in digital politics.
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Trump and Starmer React to New Epstein Files
Donald Trump claims the Epstein files absolve him, while Sir Keir Starmer urges Prince Andrew to testify before US Congress. New documents include emails and images involving high-profile figures.
Starmer Urges Andrew to Testify Over Epstein
Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to testify before US Congress regarding Jeffrey Epstein documents, as new emails and images are released.
Liberals Back Sussan Ley as Leadership Rumours Swirl
Senior Liberal figures dismiss leadership spill prospects, expressing confidence in Sussan Ley's support while Coalition reunification talks loom ahead of parliament's return.
Burnham Backs Labour Candidate After NEC Blocks Bid
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has endorsed Labour's candidate for the Gorton and Denton by-election after being blocked from standing himself by the party's NEC.
Chicago Mayor Orders Police to Probe Illegal ICE Actions
Mayor Brandon Johnson issues executive order directing Chicago police to investigate and document alleged illegal activity by federal immigration agents in the city.
Lord Triesman, Ex-Labour Minister and FA Chair, Dies
David Triesman, a former Labour minister and Football Association chairman, has died peacefully at home aged 82. Tributes pour in from political and sporting figures.
Starmer Urges Andrew to Testify in US Over Epstein Links
Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to testify before US Congress regarding Jeffrey Epstein links, as newly released documents reveal a Buckingham Palace invitation.
One Nation's Rise as Mainstream Political Threat
Political experts reveal Pauline Hanson's One Nation party is gaining unprecedented voter support due to disillusionment with major parties, with its primary vote soaring to record levels.
NI Unity Referendum by 2030 Urged
First Minister Michelle O'Neill calls for a border poll on Irish unity by 2030, citing Brexit as a cautionary tale and urging political preparation.
Milan Protest Against ICE at Winter Olympics
Hundreds demonstrated in Milan against US ICE agents' security role at the Winter Olympics, linking it to concerns over fascism in America.
US East Coast Braces for Blizzards as Storm Deaths Mount
A severe winter storm has claimed at least 85 lives across the US, with blizzards and freezing temperatures now threatening the East Coast. Hundreds of thousands remain without power in the Southeast.
Save Act Threatens US Voting Rights for Millions
Republican-backed Save Act could disenfranchise millions of American voters ahead of midterms, disproportionately affecting women and minorities through restrictive documentation requirements.
Labour Picks Stogia for Gorton and Denton Byelection
Manchester city councillor Angeliki Stogia has been chosen as the Labour candidate for the upcoming Gorton and Denton byelection, following a hustings event and local member vote.
Hammersmith Bridge: Britain's Broken Decision-Making Symbol
Hammersmith Bridge's seven-year closure highlights Britain's fragmented governance and inability to execute infrastructure projects efficiently, despite available solutions.
Trump's Pressure on Minnesota Threatens State Autonomy
Donald Trump is pressuring Minnesota to strike a deal that could undermine state rights and set a dangerous precedent for all 50 states, risking constitutional protections.
Video Evidence Exposes ICE Killing Lies, Defeating Trump Narrative
The shooting of Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis saw Trump's administration attempt to brand him a terrorist, but widespread video evidence forced a rare retreat, sparking online outrage.
Starmer Woos Japan Investors After China Backlash
Prime Minister Keir Starmer seeks investment deals in Tokyo while defending his controversial China visit that secured trade concessions but drew political criticism.
Lambeth Rapist Jailed for Service Station Attack
A 64-year-old man from Lambeth has been sentenced to four years in prison for raping a woman in a motorway service station toilet in the early 1990s, following a retrial at Lewes Crown Court.
Japan's PM Takaichi: Youth Support Driven by Economics
Japan's first female PM Sanae Takaichi enjoys unprecedented youth approval despite conservative social views, with young voters prioritising economic relief over ideology amid a cost-of-living crisis.
London's Best Toilet Cleaner Wins National Award
John 'Badger' Heritage from Carlisle Support Services has been named Individual Technician of the Year at the Loo of the Year Awards for his exceptional work cleaning public toilets in Westminster.
Labour Votes Down Police Counters & Holiday Meals Motion
London Assembly Labour group rejects Liberal Democrat proposals to fund school holiday meals and halt police front counter closures, sparking debate on child poverty and public safety.
Retired Electrician Convicted for ULEZ Camera Bomb Attack
Kevin Rees, a 63-year-old from Sidcup, was found guilty of blowing up a ULEZ camera with a homemade bomb. The case highlights online radicalisation in anti-ULEZ groups.
US Government Enters Partial Shutdown Over DHS Funding
A partial US government shutdown begins as Democratic senators block DHS funding bill following ICE agent killings in Minneapolis, demanding new restrictions on federal agents.
Venezuela Announces Amnesty and Prison Closure Plan
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez proposes mass amnesty for political prisoners dating to 1999 and plans to close notorious El Helicoide prison amid US pressure.
Two Men Found Dead at Sydney Home, Police Probe
Two men, both aged 28, were discovered deceased at a property in Glenorie, Sydney's north-west, on Saturday morning. New South Wales police are treating the incident as non-suspicious and have established a crime scene for further investigation.
Readers Debate Badenoch, Starmer and Trump Leadership
MetroTalk readers share diverse views on Kemi Badenoch's leadership style, Keir Starmer's political shifts, and global tensions involving Trump and China in this lively political discussion.
Freed Sex Offender Jailed for Police Assault
An Algerian asylum seeker, mistakenly released from prison, has been sentenced to 26 weeks for punching and biting two police officers in London.
Starmer's China Reset: Pragmatism or Risk?
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's three-day visit to China aims to reset UK-China relations, focusing on economic ties despite human rights concerns and political backlash.
Life sentence for West End Christmas Day murder driver
Anthony Gilheaney receives minimum 37-year term for killing Aidan Chapman and attacking others in drink-fuelled 2024 West End rampage targeting victims for racist and homophobic reasons.
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