TfL must develop plan to stop women avoiding Tube and buses
London Assembly demands a Vision Zero-style strategy to tackle rising violence against women and girls on public transport. Urgent action needed to restore safety and confidence.
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Police Failures on Misogyny Exposed in New Report
The second Angiolini report reveals systemic failures to root out sexual predators in UK police forces, with key recommendations still not implemented years after Sarah Everard's murder.
Readers Praise Metro's Award-Winning Campaign on Violence
Metro's 'This Is Not Right' campaign, highlighting violence against women, wins charity award. Readers also debate Tommy Robinson, Starmer's stance, and Rachel Reeves' Budget. Join the conversation.
Sarah Everard's mother 'tormented' as inquiry slams police
Susan Everard speaks of enduring grief as the Angiolini Inquiry finds a 'critical failure' in tackling violence against women. The report reveals a lack of data and perpetrators slipping through cracks.
Hegseth told soldiers to ignore legal advice on engagement rules
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth instructed soldiers in Iraq to disregard legal advice on rules of engagement, a stance now under scrutiny after a deadly Caribbean strike. Read the full investigation.
Sex offences not treated as high-priority, inquiry finds
The Angiolini Inquiry reveals a systemic failure to treat violence against women as a national priority. Lady Elish urges leaders to act now: "There are lives at stake."
Sex crimes against women not a police priority, inquiry finds
A major inquiry sparked by Sarah Everard's murder finds police response to sexually motivated crimes against women in public is inconsistent and under-resourced. Lady Elish Angiolini urges leaders to act now as 'lives are at stake'.
Cheat Sheet: Reeves Tax Defence, HIV Plan, Film Award Win
Get the day's top stories in 10 minutes: Starmer backs Reeves over tax claims, a £170m HIV action plan, and Pillion's film award triumph. Listen now on Spotify.
UK Special Forces 'Kill Policy' in Afghanistan Inquiry
A public inquiry hears evidence of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan and a subsequent cover-up by senior UK special forces command.
UK Special Forces 'Kill Policy' in Afghanistan Inquiry
A public inquiry hears a senior officer warned of a 'deliberate policy' to kill fighting-aged males in Afghanistan, with allegations of a cover-up reaching the highest levels of UK special forces command.
SAS Afghan War Crimes Cover-Up Alleged
A senior whistleblower alleges UK special forces commanders suppressed evidence of unlawful killings in Afghanistan, including the shooting of children. The public inquiry continues.
Africa pushes for colonial crime recognition and reparations
African leaders convene in Algiers to demand official recognition of colonial-era crimes and reparations, citing Algeria's brutal experience under French rule as a key example.
Man breaks girlfriend's neck when she tried to leave him
A mother was left paralysed after her abusive partner severed her spinal cord when she said she was leaving him. Robert Easom, described as a 'violent bully', will be sentenced in February.
UN: Israel has 'de facto state policy' of torture
A damning UN report accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinian detainees, including children. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes and impunity.
Emmerdale villains Celia & Ray's worst crimes revealed
Explore Emmerdale's darkest villains yet as Celia and Ray's human trafficking, drug running and exploitation plot unfolds. Discover their shocking crimes and what's next.
Metro wins prestigious award for violence against women campaign
Metro's groundbreaking 'This Is Not Right' campaign has been named Campaign Of The Year at the Write to End Violence Against Women Awards for its impactful reporting on violence against women and girls.
Nobel Winner: US Deal Must Punish Russia War Crimes
Ukrainian Nobel Peace Prize laureate demands any US peace agreement must hold Russia accountable for war crimes. Read the exclusive demands.
Stars back powerful rape truce film for violence campaign
Jason Isaacs and Dame Harriet Walter among 120 voices in film demanding one day without rape. Marks International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women with stark statistics.
PM's fury after niece beaten for holding hands
Prime Minister Keir Starmer reveals his fury after his niece and her wife were violently assaulted for holding hands. The attack highlights a sharp rise in anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes across the UK.
Families demand femicide reform after policing failures
Bereaved families of Black and minority women call for urgent reforms to policing and sentencing to end femicide, highlighting systemic failures at Downing Street vigil.
CPS launches new strategy on violence against women
The Crown Prosecution Service unveils a five-year plan to improve casework and recognise the full spectrum of abuse in crimes against women and girls. Discover how new training aims to transform prosecutions.
Ardern Documentary Shows Human Side of Politics
New documentary reveals Jacinda Ardern's personal struggles as PM, exploring the balance between political leadership and human fallibility. Watch the compelling insights.
1,000+ Abusers Restricted by New Protection Orders
Exclusive Home Office figures reveal over 1,000 Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs) have been issued, offering victims robust safeguards. Discover the impact of this new tool.
New domestic abuse orders protect 1,000 victims
Minister Jess Phillips declares violence against women a national emergency, revealing new protection orders have already safeguarded 1,000 victims across England and Wales.
Author Thomas King not Indigenous, genealogy reveals
Prominent Canadian author Thomas King discovers genealogist found no evidence of Cherokee ancestry. Read his emotional response and the implications for his literary legacy.
Church worker charged with impersonating ICE agent
A Texas church safety director, Donald Doolittle, 58, faces charges for allegedly posing as an ICE agent to extort $500 from a woman. Learn about the scam and official warnings.
1 in 4 unconcerned by sexual deepfakes without consent
A police-commissioned survey finds a quarter of people see nothing wrong with non-consensual sexual deepfakes, as a senior officer warns AI is accelerating violence against women. Report it now.
Pub owner attacked, then faces licence removal
Amber Knight was brutally attacked after refusing a man a pint at closing time. The Met Police then tried to revoke her pub's licence despite community support. Read the shocking full story.
Sussan Ley: 'Maintain the Rage' Over Women Killed
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley calls for sustained anger as 74 Australian women are killed in 2024. Read the powerful parliamentary response to the domestic violence crisis.
US Urges Ukraine to Accept Peace Deal Before Thanksgiving
US officials pressure Zelenskyy to sign peace agreement with Russia, warning Ukraine faces harsher terms if delayed. Key Nato allies express concern over secretive negotiations.
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