Belgian Ex-Diplomat Dies Before Lumumba Murder Trial
Étienne Davignon, 93, the last person charged in the 1961 assassination of Congolese PM Patrice Lumumba, died before standing trial for war crimes.
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Judge Allows Gun, Notebook Evidence in Mangione Trial
A judge ruled Monday that evidence from a warrantless backpack search at a McDonald's is suppressed, but a gun and notebook found later at the police station are admissible in Luigi Mangione's murder trial.
Australia's Social Media Ban Reduces Teen News Access
A new study reveals that Australia's social media ban for under-16s has led to decreased news consumption among teens, with half of those blocked seeing less news.
NT Youth Detention Laws Raise Aboriginal Child Prison Fears
Northern Territory draft laws allow police to hold children for 48 hours without a guardian, sparking fears of funnelling Aboriginal kids into prisons.
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NSW Prisons Minister Chanthivong on His Rise and Challenges
Anoulack Chanthivong, NSW corrections minister, discusses his journey from a refugee camp to politics, and the challenges of prison reform under Premier Chris Minns.
Liberal Party Crisis: Members Defect to One Nation
Former Liberal senator Hollie Hughes and ex-vice-president Teena McQueen defect to One Nation, highlighting the party's struggle as more members consider leaving.
John Oliver Attacks Predatory Factoring Industry
John Oliver on Last Week Tonight criticized factoring companies that buy structured settlements, calling the industry predatory and focused on extracting wealth from vulnerable people.
Murdaugh Retrial Ruling: New Twist in Murder Saga
South Carolina appeals court vacates Alex Murdaugh's murder conviction due to jury tampering, setting stage for retrial amid death penalty possibility.
Reeves to Cancel Fuel Duty Rise for Cost of Living
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to cancel a planned fuel duty rise to help with the cost of living, extending a 5p cut at a cost of £2.4bn a year.
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Trump Warns Iran: 'Clock Is Ticking' for Peace Deal
Donald Trump warns Iran to quickly agree to a peace deal or face devastation, as US-Israeli war on Iran and Israel's war on Lebanon continue. Drone strike hits UAE nuclear plant.
Starmer Seeks Closer EU Ties, Rules Out Rejoining
UK PM Starmer pushes for stronger EU relations but dismisses rejoining the bloc. He emphasizes cooperation on security and trade.
Songi's Farage Brexit Cartoon: A Crumbling Bridge
A new cartoon by Pete Songi satirizes Nigel Farage's Brexit legacy, depicting it as a broken bridge leading to a cliff, symbolizing economic and political fallout.
Trump Drops $10B IRS Suit, Settlement Talks Reported
Donald Trump dropped his $10bn IRS lawsuit on Monday, with reports of a settlement creating a $1.7bn fund for allies. Democrats and watchdogs criticize the deal as a potential violation.
Byelection Bingo: Brexit Arguments Return Louder
Makerfield byelection tests Labour against Reform, reviving old Brexit debates with louder voices and broken promises from Starmer, Streeting, and others.
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Trump Drops IRS Lawsuit Over Leaked Tax Returns
Former President Trump withdrew his lawsuit against the IRS for leaking tax returns, just two days before a deadline that questioned the case's legitimacy since he controls the agency.
Greenland PM Says US Ambitions Unchanged After Meeting
Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen says US position on controlling Greenland remains unchanged after meeting with Trump envoy Jeff Landry, reiterating that Greenland is not for sale.
Starmer Vows to Fight Next Election, Won't Walk Away
Keir Starmer insists he will fight the next election and serve a full second term, despite recent election losses and internal party pressure.
Turkish Gangs Threatened Pregnant Woman Before Shooting
A pregnant woman was threatened with her head being 'blown off' before a shooting outside a Dalston restaurant. Onur Guzel was shot after rival Turkish gangs demanded money.
Kim Kardashian Pays $50K to Free Death Row Inmate
Kim Kardashian helped secure the release of Richard Glossip, a death row inmate who was served his 'last' meal three times, by paying his $50,000 bail deposit.
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Two Teen Girls Raped on Great Yarmouth Beach, Police Hunt Suspect
Two teenage girls were raped on Great Yarmouth beach. One man arrested; police search for a second suspect in his 30s or 40s.
Belgium Threatens Eurovision 2027 Boycott Over Israel Dispute
Belgium's VRT says it likely won't participate in Eurovision 2027 unless the EBU takes action on war, violence, and human rights concerns related to Israel's involvement.
Tax wealth instead of work? Readers debate UK economic fix
Readers discuss whether the government should tax wealth rather than work to fix the economy, with options including borrowing, spending cuts, or higher taxes.
Starmer Vows to Lead Labour Into Next Election (18.05.2026)
Sir Keir Starmer insists he will stay on as PM and Labour leader until the next election, despite dozens of MPs calling for him to go after disastrous local elections.
Yungblud Stalking Suspect Wanted by Police After No-Show
Theresa Foley, 52, is wanted for allegedly breaching a stalking protection order by attending Yungblud's London concert. She failed to appear in court, leading to an arrest warrant.
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UK Police Drop Ben Needham Case After 35 Years
South Yorkshire Police have ended their investigation into Ben Needham's 1991 disappearance on Kos, Greece. His mother Kerry expresses devastation and distrust of Greek authorities.
Trump's Cuba Takeover Plan Dismissed as Fantasy
Expert says Trump's plan to take over Cuba is a 'fantasy' and warns of 'Gazification' as US blockade causes blackouts and shortages.
Bus Driver Critical After Bridge Assault
A 64-year-old bus driver is fighting for his life after a serious assault on Battersea Bridge. A 32-year-old man has been arrested. Police appeal for witnesses.
Should UK tax wealth instead of work? Readers debate
Readers discuss taxing wealth over work, economic solutions, and the impact of Brexit and lockdown on the UK economy in MetroTalk letters.
Hero Breaks Up Machete Fight in London Park
A man bravely intervened in a knife fight involving teenagers with machetes in Burgess Park, London, as families picnicked nearby. Four boys arrested.
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Labour's Hounslow Stronghold Crumbles: Scandals and National Issues
Labour lost 20 seats in Hounslow, holding on by a single seat amid scandals involving councillors and national discontent with Keir Starmer.
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