Germany Approves Military Service Plan Amid Protests
German parliament passes law to screen all 18-year-old men for military suitability, sparking nationwide school strikes. Defence minister warns conscription could follow if recruitment fails.
German parliament passes law to screen all 18-year-old men for military suitability, sparking nationwide school strikes. Defence minister warns conscription could follow if recruitment fails.
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz faces criticism for a cameo in a 'Stromberg' film, blurring lines between politics and satire. Discover the fallout and public reaction.
King Charles and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier pledged to bolster European security against Russia at a historic state banquet in Windsor. The first German state visit in 27 years also saw a £20m EV deal announced.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier begins a historic three-day state visit to the UK, marked by royal pageantry and a focus on the landmark Kensington Treaty. Read about the renewed partnership.
King Charles welcomes German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to Windsor Castle for a historic state visit, marking a new era in Anglo-German relations and a £20m EV deal. Read the full story.
The €100bn Future Combat Air System (SCAF) faces collapse due to strained relations between Dassault and Airbus. Safran CEO reveals political will remains to salvage the 6th-generation fighter project. Read the latest.
Discover all the winners from the 2025 British Independent Film Awards ceremony in London, including Pillion's four victories and special honours for Emily Watson and Warp Films.
Discover the quest for London's tiny German hairy snail and the growing 'posting zero' trend. This weekly digest explores life's quirky lessons and modern dilemmas. Read more for a unique perspective.
Discover Quatuor Diotima's authoritative recordings of Helmut Lachenmann's groundbreaking string quartets, released for the composer's 90th birthday. Experience music that blurs noise and melody.
Celebrated German actor Udo Kier, known for his iconic roles in cult classics and collaborations with legendary directors, has passed away at 80. Discover his remarkable legacy.
A £1bn film and TV studio complex, the Camden Film Quarter, is planned for Kentish Town. The project promises world-class facilities and 500 affordable homes, sparking local debate.
Adolf Hitler Uunona, a respected Namibian politician named after the Nazi leader, seeks re-election after winning 85% of votes in 2020. Read his remarkable story.
Green Berets face prehistoric predators in cheerfully cheesy Vietnam war thriller. Read our review of this dinosaur gorefest hitting UK cinemas 28 November.
Discover Guy Venables' latest Metro daily cartoon published on November 24, 2025. Explore print ordering details and related snail conservation stories.
Over 100 volunteers are scouring the Thames for the rare, hairy-shelled snail. Join the citizen science effort to protect this unique London species.
Hollywood veteran Udo Kier has died at 81. The German actor known for Ace Ventura and horror classics passed away in Palm Springs. Read more about his legendary career.
German actor Udo Kier, star of over 200 films from cult classics to Hollywood blockbusters, has died aged 81. Explore his remarkable career.
German actor Udo Kier, known for roles in over 200 films from Lars von Trier projects to Ace Ventura, has died at 81. Discover his legendary career.
Netflix has surprise-released the Oscar-winning film 'The Holdovers', a 1970s-set drama hailed as a new Christmas classic. Stream this moving story of connection now.
Discover how Brazil, Japan, Germany and California are using artificial intelligence to enhance democratic processes, reduce court backlogs and engage voters more effectively.
The 'heartbreaking' horror film Good Boy, which terrified hardened fans, is now streaming on Shudder via Amazon Prime Video. This critically acclaimed hit features a dog's perspective.
Alice and Ellen Kessler, pioneering twins who revolutionised European variety shows, have died by joint assisted suicide. Explore their glittering legacy.
German Booker winner Jenny Erpenbeck's collection Things That Disappear explores transience through everyday objects. Discover how small details reveal vast histories.
A Malaysian writer in Germany discovers her mother's baking legacy wasn't about perfection but about love and perseverance. Read how she found connection through imperfect cookies.
Marion Cotillard stars in Lucile Hadžihalilović's hypnotic new film The Ice Tower, a haunting tale of obsession and idolisation. Read our full review of this Berlin festival sensation.
A rebellion by young conservative MPs over Germany's pension reforms threatens to collapse Friedrich Merz's coalition government. Discover the €120bn generational divide.
Join a lifelong fan's pilgrimage to The Goonies filming locations in Oregon for the film's 40th anniversary. Discover Astoria's movie magic and plan your own trip.
Our review of the new British Christmas film 3 Wishes for Christmas finds it lacking in originality and charm, despite a credible lead performance. In UK cinemas from 21 November.
The Kessler Twins, famed for working with Frank Sinatra, have died by assisted suicide aged 89. Discover the story behind their final act and legendary career.
Joshua Erkman's feature debut A Desert blends high art with trailer trash horror in the Californian desert. This visually stunning film releases on digital platforms 24 November.