Readers debate BBC's stand against Trump's £7.5bn lawsuit
Metro readers discuss Donald Trump's £7.5bn lawsuit against the BBC, calling it a 'SLAPP' suit to silence the broadcaster. Is defending the BBC a victory for UK democracy? Have your say.
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Anglo American's Pay Retreat & 2026 Corporate Agenda
Anglo American retreats on executive pay vote as FTSE giants gear up for 2026. Plus, breakdown duopoly exits and a delayed UK steel strategy. Read the full City analysis.
US Cuts Child Health Funding After AAP Criticises RFK Jr
The US Department of Health has terminated multi-million-dollar grants to the American Academy of Pediatrics following policy disputes. Vital projects on autism and infant health are now at risk.
Ilhan Omar Targeted by Trump's Attacks on Somali-Americans
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar speaks out after being targeted by Donald Trump's conspiracy theories and attacks on the Somali-American community. Discover the political motives behind the rhetoric.
Rob Reiner, Trump, and Guardian Letters Spark Debate
Donald Trump's social media attack on director Rob Reiner has ignited a political row, prompting a reader to suggest he learn from Reiner's film 'The American President'. This week's Guardian letters also feature sharp observations on Labour, a felled Chr
The Quiet American: A Timeless Critique of Intervention
Fifty years after the Vietnam War, Phillip Noyce's political drama 'The Quiet American' offers a hauntingly relevant critique of US interventionism, mirrored in today's conflicts. Stream it now.
How Economic Gloom is Driving Europe's Far-Right Surge
Europe's deep economic pessimism is creating fertile ground for far-right populism, warns columnist Owen Jones. A shift in economic model is needed to protect democracy.
India's Electoral Roll Revision Sparks Democracy Fears
A major voter list revision in India, criticised as a covert citizenship survey, is allegedly targeting Muslims and threatening democratic integrity. Critics warn of mass disenfranchisement.
Sweeney: Silence on Ad Row 'Widened the Divide'
Hollywood star Sydney Sweeney says she should have spoken sooner about the controversial American Eagle campaign accused of eugenics overtones. Read her full statement.
Jimmy Eat World 2026 UK Tour Tickets Still Available
Jimmy Eat World's 2026 UK tour dates sold out fast, but tickets are still available via resale sites like viagogo. Find out how to secure your spot for their Bleed American anniversary shows.
US visitor says Newcastle beats Barcelona and Prague
American writer Walter Meyer declares Newcastle Upon Tyne superior to European hotspots like Barcelona and Prague, praising its friendly locals and hidden gems. Discover why this UK city won him over.
Latin American Artists Lead Art Basel Miami 2025
Art Basel Miami Beach 2025 spotlights Latin American artists from Brazil, Mexico, Argentina & Panama, who are reinventing cultural heritage through provocative art. Discover the standout works.
Artist Jane Birt, wife of ex-BBC head Lord Birt, dies aged 82
Anglo-American artist Jane Birt, known for her watercolours, book illustrations and vibrant social life, has died aged 82. Discover her journey from 1960s Oxford to rural Wales.
Mayoral Elections Delayed Amid 'Cancelling Democracy' Accusations
Ministers postpone new mayoral votes in four English regions until 2028, triggering fierce accusations of 'dictatorial' behaviour from opposition parties. Read the full story.
Labour postpones 4 mayoral elections to 2028
Keir Starmer's government postpones four mayoral elections by two years, triggering accusations of a 'scandalous attempt to subvert democracy' from opposition parties. Read the full story.
Photographer Jack Lueders-Booth's American Biker Portraits
Explore the raw and intimate portraits of American motorcycling culture by photographer Jack Lueders-Booth. Discover the stories behind the leather and chrome.
Trump's drug boat strikes face war crime probe and legal complaint
A deadly US strike on a suspected drug vessel triggers bipartisan anger and a war crime investigation. The family of a Colombian victim files the first formal complaint. Explore the escalating fallout.
Eric Trump's Crypto Mining Firm Loses Half Its Value
Shares in Eric Trump's American Bitcoin Corp nosedived over 50% in under half an hour, mirroring a broader crypto market selloff wiping out $1tn in value. Explore the details and impact on the Trump family's digital asset ventures.
Colombian family files complaint over US airstrike killing
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
How John Roberts' Supreme Court Weakened Democracy
An analysis of Chief Justice John Roberts' two-decade tenure, examining key rulings on gerrymandering, campaign finance, and presidential immunity that critics argue have eroded democratic pillars. Will he stand up to Trump?
Hate Speech Forces Women Out of Swedish Public Life
A new report reveals rising hate and threats are silencing female politicians in Sweden, posing a severe threat to democracy. Read the full investigation.
Spiritual framework for American resistance emerges
A new spiritual framework of 4Rs offers path to confront evil in public life through resonance, reignition, reclamation and radical reimagination. Join the movement for justice.
Election deniers hold key federal roles in Trump administration
Key figures who tried to overturn the 2020 US election now occupy powerful federal positions, raising concerns about election integrity and democratic processes for 2026.
Margaret Atwood on democracy, dystopia and her new memoir
At 86, Margaret Atwood shares her wisdom on democracy's fragility, feminist struggles and climate crisis in her new memoir Book of Lives. Read her powerful insights.
Actor Elaine Miles detained by ICE over tribal ID
Northern Exposure star Elaine Miles details her detention by ICE officers in Seattle who claimed her tribal identification 'looked fake'. Read her shocking account.
People Power: The Last Defence Against Populism
Experts argue democratic safeguards alone cannot protect Britain from extremism without active citizen engagement. Discover why wholesale political reform is needed to restore trust.
Brazilian Giants Battle in Copa Libertadores Final
Palmeiras and Flamengo face off in Lima's Copa Libertadores final, showcasing how Brazilian clubs have transformed into European-style superpowers through massive investment.
Peru's Castillo gets 11-year sentence for rebellion
Peru's Supreme Court sentences ex-President Pedro Castillo to 11 years for attempting to dissolve Congress and rule by decree. Read the full story of Peru's political turmoil.
Beth Howard's pie empire built from burnout and grief
Cookbook author Beth Howard left tech burnout to master pie-making, becoming Hollywood's baker and creating documentary Pieowa about pie's unifying power. Discover her inspiring story.
American Teenager Released from Israeli Prison After 9 Months
Palestinian-American teen Mohammed Ibrahim freed after nine months in Israeli detention. Family reveals severe weight loss and scabies. Read the full story of his ordeal and ongoing concerns for Palestinian children.
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