Child migrants face mouth searches for SIM cards
Controversial new Home Office powers permit searches inside children's mouths for hidden SIM cards. Critics condemn the move as 'dystopian brutality' that prioritises criminality over dignity.
Category : Politics
The Secretive Process of Joining a Government Board
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
El Chapo's son admits to US drug trafficking charges
Joaquin Guzman Lopez, son of 'El Chapo', pleads guilty to running a fentanyl and cocaine empire. Read the details of the plea deal and its impact.
US Considers Land Attacks on Venezuelan Drug Traffickers
The White House confirms 'many options' are being considered, including land attacks on Venezuelan drug gangs, amid high tensions and a major US military deployment in the Caribbean. Read the latest.
US Envoy Meets Putin as NATO Considers Stronger Response
Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow for Ukraine peace talks, as a senior NATO officer suggests considering a 'pre-emptive strike' against Russia. Read the latest developments.
McDonald's manager recognised suspect by eyebrows
A McDonald's manager identified Luigi Mangione, accused of killing a CEO, by his eyebrows. The Ivy League-educated suspect's pre-trial hearing debates evidence admissibility.
Mangione shown video of UnitedHealthcare CEO killing in court
Luigi Mangione watched surveillance footage of the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson during a court hearing where his lawyers seek to bar key evidence. The 27-year-old faces state and federal murder charges.
Police consider corporate manslaughter in Post Office scandal
Corporate manslaughter charges are now being considered as the criminal probe into the Horizon Post Office scandal widens. Police appeal for victims to come forward.
Trump's MRI scan results reveal 'perfectly normal' health
The White House has released details of Donald Trump's recent medical evaluation. An MRI scan of his cardiovascular system and abdomen showed no major issues, with his doctor stating all organs appear 'very healthy'.
PM Starmer warns of China security threats to UK
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warns China poses real security threats but urges a 'sober realist' policy. He also defends his foreign approach as a post-Brexit shift. Read the latest.
Police eye corporate manslaughter in Post Office scandal
Police investigating the Post Office Horizon scandal are now considering corporate manslaughter charges. The criminal probe has expanded to include more suspects and persons of interest. Read the latest.
Ex-MP Critiques Labour's Manifesto Tax Pledge
Former Labour MP Tony Wright argues manifesto pledges are not binding contracts. He says good government requires flexibility to adapt to changing economic circumstances. Read the full analysis.
Enver Solomon's Departure from Refugee Council Sparks Debate
Readers respond to Enver Solomon's exit from the Refugee Council, expressing lost faith in UK politics and hope in humanitarian action. Discover the powerful letters.
Lords' 1,000 Amendments Stall Assisted Dying Bill
The Assisted Dying Bill, backed by MPs, faces a logjam in the House of Lords with over 1,000 tabled amendments. Critics call it a democratic outrage as dying people await a compassionate law.
Progressive Surge in Swing States Alarms Democratic Elites
A new wave of progressive Democrats is winning local elections across US swing states, challenging the party establishment and reshaping its future. Discover the key figures and the political upheaval they represent.
Trump's Honduras pardon reveals drug war 'hypocrisy'
Donald Trump's pledge to pardon convicted ex-Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández, while targeting Venezuela's Maduro, reveals a counter-drug policy 'based on lies', experts say.
Reeves Denies Misleading Public Over Budget Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her budget tax rises, denying she misled the public over OBR forecasts. Timeline reveals key details of the fiscal standoff.
Your Party proxy war looms after leadership vote
Insiders warn of a continued battle for the soul of Your Party between supporters of Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, despite members opting for a collective leadership model to avoid a direct contest.
Top Fentanyl Trafficker 'El Pichón' Killed in Mexico
Mexican authorities have killed Pedro Inzunza Coronel, a major fentanyl trafficker linked to the Sinaloa Cartel. The operation highlights the ongoing battle against synthetic drugs flooding the US.
PM Starmer defends Chancellor Reeves over OBR figures row
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended Chancellor Rachel Reeves after she was accused of misleading the public over OBR forecasts ahead of the autumn budget. Read the full details and analysis.
Cartoonist Ben Jennings satirises hard-right UK migration debate
A new cartoon by Ben Jennings critiques the hard-right's inflammatory language on migration, highlighting its divisive impact on UK political discourse. See the powerful visual commentary.
Starmer Binds Himself to Chancellor Reeves Amid Budget Fallout
Keir Starmer defends Rachel Reeves, revealing he considered an income tax manifesto breach. Analysis shows the budget was driven by political survival, not ambition. Read the full story.
OBR vs Treasury: Ministers' Fiscal 'Theatre of Errors'
The Treasury is accused of undermining the OBR's forecasts, creating a 'theatre of errors' that risks UK economic stability. Read our analysis of the fiscal rules clash.
Victoria's Voting System Faces Overhaul
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
Attorney General Urges Farage to Apologise for School Behaviour
Attorney General Richard Hermer urges Nigel Farage to apologise after over 20 former classmates allege racist and antisemitic behaviour at Dulwich College. Read the full story.
ICE Raid Thwarted by Protesters in New York City
A federal immigration raid in Manhattan's Chinatown was blocked by activists, leading to arrests and condemnation from the incoming mayor. Read the full report.
Report slams 'jobs for mates' culture on public boards
A damning review finds appointments to government boards routinely abused, looking like 'nepotism'. The Albanese government unveils new rules but rejects key recommendations.
'Jobs for Mates' Rife in UK Political System
A major report reveals systemic cronyism in UK political appointments, with Victoria banning non-consensual intersex surgeries. Discover the findings and global implications.
Girl begged 'call my mum' as she lay dying in Tottenham
A court hears the tragic final moments of Tanesha Melbourne-Blake, 17, an unintended victim of a 2018 gang shooting in Tottenham. The trial continues at the Old Bailey.
Readers debate Rachel Reeves' Budget impact
Metro readers share mixed reactions to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget, debating tax burdens, NHS spending, and the nation's economic future. Join the conversation.
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