Man arrested for threatening to shoot Nigel Farage on X
A man in his 20s has been arrested by Met police on suspicion of posting a threat to shoot Nigel Farage on X, reported by parliamentary authorities in May.
Category : Politics
Lessons from Welsh devolution for Andy Burnham
Wales' devolution experience shows that giving responsibilities without tools leads to failure. Andy Burnham must learn from these mistakes to avoid repeating them across the UK.
Burst pipe leaves London flat dry; columnist laments new normal
A burst pipe left Adrian Chiles without water for two days. He was the only one annoyed, as neighbours accepted it as the new normal.
Wisconsin panel: Musk's $1m voter giveaway likely illegal
A Wisconsin elections panel found probable cause that Elon Musk's $1m checks to voters before the 2025 state supreme court election violated state bribery laws.
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Farage's £5m Gift After Saying He Needed £1m a Year
Nigel Farage told senior Reform UK figures in March 2024 he needed £1m a year to stand as an MP, raising questions about a £5m gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.
DUP orders review into Donaldson sex offending knowledge
DUP leader Gavin Robinson announces an independent review to establish what the party knew about Jeffrey Donaldson's sex offending, led by former police officer Jim Gamble.
Stonegate pub chain investigated over landlord treatment
Stonegate Group, owner of Slug & Lettuce and Be At One, faces investigation over alleged unfair treatment of landlords, with potential fine of over £16m.
Gary Stevenson and Class Signifiers Shape Authority
Carla Keen writes that Gary Stevenson's working-class background and accent influence perceptions of his authority, highlighting broader class biases in media.
Defending 'Welfare': A Positive British History
Martin Bailey argues that 'welfare' has a long positive history in Britain, citing William Beveridge and 19th-century reforms, urging reclaiming the word from right-wing misuse.
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Heatwaves kill 2,700; mental health action needed
Recent heatwaves in England and Wales caused about 2,700 deaths, with extreme heat also linked to poor mental health. Experts call for protective measures.
Trump's Fragile Ego in Graham Eulogy
Donald Trump's eulogy for Lindsey Graham mixed praise with criticism, revealing his fragile ego and need for dominance even after death.
Andy Burnham's Path to No 10: Inside Guardian Weekly
Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's seventh PM in a decade after securing Labour leadership. The Guardian Weekly examines his route to No 10 and the challenges ahead.
Iran threatens to halt all Middle East energy exports
Iran threatens to halt all Middle East energy exports after US reimposes blockade and strikes, shutting Strait of Hormuz. Trump threatens to hit nuclear site and power plants.
Starmer's Final PMQs: A Warm Send-Off After Mid-Term
Keir Starmer's last PMQs was marked by rare warmth from Kemi Badenoch and Labour cheers, capping a premiership defined by solid but unremarkable Commons performances.
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UK MPs call for radical action to tackle obesity
A cross-party committee says preventing obesity requires regulating food markets, banning unhealthy food ads, and holding supermarkets accountable, as obesity costs UK £74bn yearly.
Guardian view on Starmer’s farewell: dignified and necessary
Keir Starmer’s final PMQs was dignified, but Labour MPs were right that change was needed after a premiership marked by caution and U-turns.
Trump Abandons Strait of Hormuz Toll Plan Amid Chaos
Donald Trump proposed tolls for clearing the Strait of Hormuz, then quickly abandoned the idea, leaving US strategy in disarray as Iran retains control and oil prices rise.
Pete Hegseth orders testosterone screening for troops over 30
Pete Hegseth announces mandatory testosterone deficiency screening for US service members aged 30 and older to boost combat readiness.
Save the Children clashes with Labour over Starmer Gaza post
Save the Children accused PM Starmer of complicity in Gaza deaths, prompting government backlash and demands for an explanation.
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22nd death in ICE custody this year: Venezuelan man dies in Georgia
Jesús Manuel Arenas-Silva, 45, was found unresponsive during transfer between ICE detention facilities in Georgia, marking the 22nd death in ICE custody in 2025.
Blanche downplays Trump ties in AG confirmation hearing
Todd Blanche, Trump's pick for attorney general, faced tough questions over prosecutor purges, January 6, and Epstein files during his Senate confirmation hearing.
US heat dome shatters records; wildfires worsen air quality
Extreme heat warnings cover much of the US as a heat dome drives record highs, with Billings hitting 111°F and Salt Lake City 109°F. Wildfires in Canada and the US worsen air quality, prompting health warnings.
Burnham Signals Wealth Tax Off Agenda for Now
Incoming PM Andy Burnham says he won't create new divisions with tax policy, easing business concerns but limiting economic room. Shabana Mahmood tipped as chancellor.
Houston demands action after ICE killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
More than 100 demonstrators demand accountability after an ICE agent fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a father of three, in Houston.
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Blanche: 'Follow the Law' on Federal Agents at Polls
DOJ nominee Blanche, pressed by Sen. Klobuchar, says he'll 'follow the law' on deploying federal agents to polling sites, amid concerns over voter intimidation.
US denies striking civilian wheat storage in Iran
The US military denies hitting a civilian wheat storage in Iran, saying it struck Iranian military targets to degrade ability to attack shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Readers debate heat, welfare, and only child life
Metro readers discuss whether the summer heatwave signals global warming, the high welfare bill, and experiences of being an only child, plus a correction on Brompton Road station.
MP safety debate: Reform UK wants £100m security boost
After Ann Widdecombe's death, Reform UK's Zia Yusuf proposes £100m for round-the-clock MP protection. Met Police arrests man over Nigel Farage death threats.
England World Cup yellow card suspensions explained
No England player will miss the World Cup final if booked against Argentina, as yellow cards were wiped after the quarter-finals. Only a red card tonight will cause a suspension.
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Family 'flabbergasted' by arrest in Ann Widdecombe murder
The family of the 28-year-old suspect in Ann Widdecombe's killing express shock. Counter-terrorism police investigate possible left-wing extremist motives.
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