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Readers on Phone 'Zombification' and War Fears

Metro readers share strong views on phone addiction, AI threats, and European security. From London to Glasgow, see what's sparking debate. Have your say in the comments.

Best UK Bingo Sites 2025: Reviews & Bonuses

Discover the safest and most rewarding UK online bingo platforms. Our expert guide reviews top sites like Mirror Bingo and Sun Bingo, covering bonuses, games, and mobile play.

Boy saves himself from electrocution in bed

An eight-year-old boy suffered severe burns after his chain necklace became caught in a phone charger while he slept. His quick thinking saved his life. Read his mother's urgent safety warning.

Radio Legend Brian Hayes Dies Aged 87

Tributes pour in for pioneering BBC and LBC presenter Brian Hayes, who has died at 87. The broadcaster transformed phone-in radio with his conversational style over a five-decade career.

Backdoor Browsing: The Commuter Guilty Pleasure

A new report dives into 'backdoor browsing' – reading a stranger's phone screen on public transport. Is it harmless curiosity or a privacy invasion? Experts and commuters weigh in.

Prison officer plays FIFA with inmate in cell

A prison officer was filmed playing a FIFA-style game with an inmate. The viral TikTok clip, shot on a contraband phone, prompted a Ministry of Justice investigation. Read the full story.

Felicity Kendal, 79, scares off phone thieves

Actress Felicity Kendal turned have-a-go hero, scaring off phone snatchers in Chelsea. The 79-year-old described the 'appalling' crime wave and her instinctive reaction.

TfL's £4.3m annual phone bill revealed

Transport for London discloses it spent £4 million annually with O2 before switching to Vodafone. Discover the full financial details revealed by a Freedom of Information request.

Striking iPhone photo wins award at Kumbh Mela

Indian photographer Divyanshu Verma's award-winning phone picture, shot on iPhone 15 Plus at the Maha Kumbh Mela, proves powerful storytelling needs emotion, not expensive gear.

WhatsApp data leak affects billions of users

Security researchers discovered a method to expose WhatsApp users' phone numbers and profile data. Learn how to protect your privacy and what this means for your security.

West End Businesses Fund Christmas Crime Crackdown

Over 600 West End businesses launch the largest private security investment to combat phone theft and retail crime this festive season. Discover how Operation West End aims to keep shoppers safe.

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