Politics
US Senate votes to curb Trump's Venezuela war powers in 52-47 vote
The US Senate has passed a resolution to bar President Trump from further military action in Venezuela without Congress approval. Five Republicans defected to support the measure. Read the latest.
Culture
Coronation Street Wedding Bells: Carla and Lisa's 'Happy Ever After' Confirmed for Spring 2026
Coronation Street boss Kate Brooks promises a romantic spring wedding for Carla Connor and DS Lisa Swain, confirming their 'happy ever after' after the Becky Swain ordeal. Get all the latest Swarla spoilers.
Sports
Manchester United Fan Group Demands Vote to Oust 'Incompetent Clown' Jim Ratcliffe
Manchester United supporters group The 1958 has issued a vote of no confidence in Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Glazers, planning a major protest at Old Trafford. Read the full story.
Business
Glencore and Rio Tinto in Merger Talks to Create Mining Giant
Glencore and Rio Tinto are in preliminary talks that could lead to an all-share merger, creating the world's largest mining firm. The deadline for a decision is 5 February 2026. Read the latest.
Environment
Transport
Should Phones Be Banned on UK Public Transport?
A heated debate erupts in MetroTalk over phone use on buses and trains. Readers cite noise, autism accessibility, and public nuisance, while a veteran bus driver reveals the 'implied contract' of travel. Have your say.
Tube cleaning outsourced to Mitie despite union criticism
Transport for London awards cleaning contract to Mitie for five years, sparking RMT union fury. Mayor Khan commits to in-house service pilot. Full details on the decision.
London Bus Route 19, Immortalised by Dire Straits, Faces Cut
Transport for London proposes cutting the famous Route 19 bus, celebrated in a Dire Straits song. Key changes to routes 19, 38, 349, and 424 could disrupt millions of journeys. Read the full details and potential impact.
11-year-old girl dies after Tooting Bec Road collision
An 11-year-old girl has died three weeks after being hit by a car in Streatham. Police appeal for witnesses as a 54-year-old man is bailed.
Driverless Tube Plan Sparks 'Mass' Strike Warning
Reform UK's London mayoral candidate wants to automate the Underground, prompting unions to warn of major, sustained industrial action. Read the full story.