Essex man jailed for trying to spy for Russia
Howard Phillips, 66, from Essex, has been sentenced to seven years for attempting to assist a foreign intelligence service. Discover how the security services thwarted the plot.
Category : Politics
Six Police Officers Face Misconduct Proceedings
Six Gwent Police officers will face disciplinary hearings over their handling of missing persons reports prior to a fatal crash that killed three young people in Cardiff. Read the full investigation findings.
NS&I increases fixed-rate savings interest
NS&I raises fixed-term savings rates by up to 0.31%, bucking market trends. Discover if these Treasury-backed accounts offer the best value for your money.
Protests and Police Clash at Sydney Arms Expo
Inside Sydney's arms convention, defence tech is hailed as 'ingenious'. Outside, protesters face pepper spray. Explore the stark divide over the global arms trade.
Rising Criticism of Billionaires in UK Discourse
Exploring the growing public scrutiny of billionaires in British society and their defence of personal beliefs. Discover why wealth figures face increasing criticism.
Roblox Safety Concerns: Australia's Ban Loophole
Roblox faces scrutiny as grooming risks emerge in the popular gaming platform. Learn about safety measures and why it's excluded from Australia's under-16s social media ban.
Wisconsin judge indicted after helping immigrant evade ICE
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan faces obstruction charges after allegedly helping immigrant Eduardo Flores-Ruiz evade ICE agents. Flores-Ruiz sentenced to time served and awaits deportation.
White powder package incident at Joint Base Andrews
Seven people hospitalised after suspicious package with white powder opened at Joint Base Andrews, home to Air Force One. All released after investigation.
Labour's Autumn Budget: Income Tax Rise Looms
Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares the ground for a potential income tax rise, launching a charm offensive to placate Labour MPs ahead of the crucial autumn budget.
Death row gran Lindsay Sandiford back in UK
British grandmother Lindsay Sandiford lands at Heathrow after 13 years in a Bali prison on death row for drug trafficking. Read her emotional story of a second chance.
Scalding coffee thrown at McDonald's worker in breakfast row
Tara Martus could face felony charges after throwing hot coffee at a McDonald's employee during a breakfast order dispute. Police identified her within minutes using public tips.
Seven-year sentence for Grant Shapps security breach
Howard Phillips sentenced to seven years for attempting to sell defence secretary's personal details to undercover officers he believed were Russian spies. Read the full security case details.
Sex offender wrongly released from prison arrested
Algerian national Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, mistakenly freed from HMP Wandsworth, was captured in Finsbury Park after week-long manhunt. Justice Secretary admits prison system crisis.
Trump pardons Tennessee Republicans in corruption case
Donald Trump pardons former Tennessee House Speaker Glen Casada and aide Cade Cothren, convicted of public corruption charges. Read the full story on this controversial move.
Elise Stefanik announces run for New York governor
Trump loyalist Elise Stefanik officially enters New York governor race, challenging Democrat Kathy Hochul. Read about her 'ultra-Maga' campaign and political transformation.
Sex offender mistakenly freed from prison arrested
Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, accidentally released from HMP Wandsworth, arrested in Islington after public tip-off. Latest on prison security concerns.
Briton jailed for volunteering as Russian spy
Howard Phillips, 65, from Essex, has been sentenced to seven years for attempting to spy for Russia. He provided personal details of Defence Secretary Grant Shapps in an MI5 sting operation.
Judge orders full food stamp funding during shutdown
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to fully fund food stamps for 42 million Americans, warning of 'needless suffering' during the longest government shutdown in US history.
Wandsworth prison escapee caught in North London
Met Police confirm re-arrest of Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, 24, after mistaken release from HMP Wandsworth. Full details on the manhunt and capture.
Sex offender freed by mistake back in custody
Ibrahim Kaddour-Cherif, accidentally released from Wandsworth prison, arrested after six-day manhunt. Read about the security breach and police response.
Sex offender wrongly freed from prison arrested in London
Algerian national Brahim Kaddour-Cherif, mistakenly released from Wandsworth prison, has been arrested in Finsbury Park. Read the latest on this security breach.
Suspicious package at Air Force One base causes illness
Several people fell ill after opening suspicious package containing white powder at Joint Base Andrews, home to presidential aircraft. Investigation ongoing with political propaganda assessed.
Suspicious package with white powder evacuates US base
Joint Base Andrews partially evacuated after staff opened a suspicious package containing white powder and political propaganda. Several people were taken to hospital. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Woman guilty of harassing Madeleine McCann's parents
Polish national Julia Wandelt convicted of harassing Kate and Gerry McCann after claiming to be their missing daughter. Read the full court verdict details.
Teen rapist walks free despite 80-year sentence
An 18-year-old convicted of multiple sex attacks on girls has been spared prison, ordered to do community service instead. Outrage erupts as victims speak out. Read the full story.
Readers Debate Government Responsibility for Prison Failures
Metro readers discuss government accountability for recent prison errors, international student policies, and public spending. Join the conversation and have your say.
Mosque attacks surge with nationalist symbols
Anti-Muslim attacks on UK mosques have dramatically increased, with 40% featuring British flags and Christian slogans. Read the disturbing findings and call for action.
Rare earth mining fuels conflict in Venezuela
As global demand for critical minerals surges, guerrilla groups seize control of Venezuela's mining regions, creating lawless zones where human rights abuses and environmental destruction flourish.
Trump's Miami Forum Amid Food Aid Cuts Crisis
As US food aid slashed for 42 million, Trump touts 'economic miracle' at lavish Miami business forum. Explore the stark contrast and political fallout.
Contenders Emerge for Pelosi's San Francisco Seat
After Nancy Pelosi's historic 40-year tenure ends, progressive Democrats Scott Wiener and Saikat Chakrabarti compete for her coveted San Francisco congressional seat. Discover the contenders shaping this political transition.
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