Letters: Extraterrestrial Life Quest Deserves Serious Consideration
Readers respond to Daniel Lavelle's alien-chasing article, arguing that serious research and policy developments warrant a more open-minded view on UFOs and UAP.
Category : Heritage History
Robin Species Error Corrected in Bird Article
A correction for an error in a bird article about robins: European robin is not a thrush but a flycatcher. Other recent article corrections listed.
Dogs' Brains Shrank After Domestication, But Not Dumber
Study finds dogs' brains began shrinking at least 5,000 years ago, but experts say domestication made them better at understanding humans, not less intelligent.
Iran Freedom Congress Unites Exiled Opposition in London
A new umbrella group, the Iran Freedom Congress, met in London to unite exiled opposition groups, aiming to support democratic forces inside Iran amid ongoing war and repression.
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Palantir's Pompous Plans for World Domination
Palantir has released its ambitious and unsettling plans for global control, sparking concerns about privacy and power. The company's vision is both honest and alarming.
Belfast Lyric Theatre: 75 Years of Peace and Creativity
As Belfast's Lyric Theatre marks 75 years, artistic director Jimmy Fay reflects on its history, from founder Mary O'Malley's vision to recent hits like 'Agreement' and plans for the anniversary year.
Trump's 'Freedom Trucks': A Skewed Tribute to US History
A look inside Donald Trump's six mobile museums celebrating a white, Christian version of American history ahead of the nation's 250th birthday.
Metro Daily Cartoon by Guy Venables - April 28
Guy Venables' daily cartoon for Metro on April 28, 2026, with links to order prints and related news stories.
Attenborough Still Appalled by Caiman Shooting 70 Years Ago
Sir David Attenborough, turning 100 next month, recalls being 'appalled' after shooting a caiman in the 1950s during filming of Zoo Quest in Guyana.
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15-Tonne Foremast Lifted from HMS Victory in Restoration
A 30-strong team removed the 23-metre wrought iron foremast from Nelson's flagship HMS Victory as part of a £42m conservation project at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
Queen Elizabeth II Garden Opens in London
A new two-acre garden in Regent's Park, dedicated to Queen Elizabeth II, opens as a wildlife refuge with wildflower meadows, swift boxes, and climate-resilient design.
Zine Creators Resist AI in Handmade Art Form
Artists and writers argue the scrappy, handmade nature of zines is incompatible with artificial intelligence, sparking a cultural clash in underground publishing.
Deborah Mailman on Racism, Loss, and Wolfram
Deborah Mailman discusses her role in Warwick Thornton's frontier western Wolfram, reflects on her parents, the failed Voice referendum, and the rise of cruelty and racism.
Hackney disinfecting station tops endangered list
A Grade II listed former disinfecting station in Hackney, built in 1901, has been named England's most at-risk building by the Victorian Society.
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Owner of 'Prettiest Street' Home Sparks Fresh Fury
Metin Dener continues renovations on Rosemary Cottage in Bibury, adding an outdoor fireplace and underground car park, despite council objections and resident anger over the 'monstrosity'.
Trump Wants to Move Into Buckingham Palace After Cousin Reveal
Donald Trump says he will speak to King Charles about moving into Buckingham Palace after research claims they are distant cousins, 15 generations apart.
Lost Grave of 15 Orphans Found After Century
A long-lost gravesite of 15 orphans from Dr Barnardo's Home for Little Incurables has been discovered in a sunken cemetery in Bradford after more than 100 years.
Baby Auckland Laid to Rest: Mystery Remains Unsolved
A baby boy found wrapped in a 1910 newspaper under floorboards in Bishop Auckland has been buried, but his identity and cause of death remain unknown.
Victorian Society lists UK's most endangered buildings
Tees Transporter Bridge, Hackney disinfecting station, and Barrow working men's club among 10 at-risk Victorian and Edwardian sites in England and Wales.
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Stray Sod: Irish Folklore of Enchanted Land
Photographer Maria Lax explores the Irish folk phenomenon of 'stray sod,' enchanted patches of earth that disorient travelers, through haunting images from the National Archives.
Teifi Valley Trail: Walking Wales' Cambrian Mountains
Explore the Teifi Valley Trail, a scenic walk through Wales' Cambrian Mountains to Cardigan Bay, rich in wildlife and history.
Explore London's 1-Mile Elevated Walk Above City Streets
Discover the Barbican pedways, a mile-long elevated walkway network in the City of London offering stunning skyline views and unique urban perspectives.
Starwatch: Leo the Lion Dominates Spring Skies
The constellation Leo, resembling a lion, dominates the northern hemisphere's spring evenings. Recognized since antiquity, it has a rich mythological tradition.
Amrit Lal, Edinburgh Hindu temple founder, dies at 93
Amrit Lal, who helped create the Edinburgh Hindu Mandir and was a community pillar, has died aged 93. He moved from India in 1952.
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Grateful for Intergenerational Joy as Grandfather Nears End
Hannah Bambra reflects on the deep bond with her grandfather, Pa, and the immeasurable wealth of intergenerational joy, love, and shared memories.
Pam Masters, Channel 4's First Head of Presentation, Dies at 82
Pam Masters, who created Channel 4's iconic flying blocks ident and later became a powerful BBC executive, has died aged 82.
Millionaire Plan to Tow Stranded Whale Timmy Faces Backlash
Final preparations are underway for a millionaire-funded operation to tow a sickly humpback whale, Timmy, from the Baltic Sea to the North Sea, despite criticism from experts who call it 'pure animal cruelty'.
Whittington Cat Monument Restored in Islington
Islington mayor unveils restored Whittington Cat monument on Highgate Hill, funded by council and Heritage of London Trust, with workshops for over 100 children.
JD Salinger Letters Reveal Wariness Over Reviewers
Newly released letters show JD Salinger asked his editor to remove his 'Jewish-Irishness' from The Catcher in the Rye's jacket, fearing misuse by critics.
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Matthias Jügler on GDR 'Stolen Children' Trauma in Novel
Matthias Jügler's novel 'Mayfly Season' explores forced adoptions in East Germany, sparking backlash from officials. He discusses the trauma and censorship.
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