Swiss Broadcaster Pulls Commentary on Israeli Bobsledder
Swiss broadcaster RTS removed commentary questioning Israeli bobsledder Adam Edelman's Olympic presence over Gaza war views, sparking controversy.
Swiss broadcaster RTS removed commentary questioning Israeli bobsledder Adam Edelman's Olympic presence over Gaza war views, sparking controversy.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass urges Casey Wasserman to step down as 2028 Olympic chair after his name surfaced in Epstein documents, citing leadership concerns.
Pressure mounts on Casey Wasserman as LA Mayor Karen Bass publicly urges him to resign from his role as chair of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics organizing committee due to his ties with Ghislaine Maxwell.
A Swiss broadcaster's commentator sparked controversy by calling for an Israeli bobsledder to be banned from the Winter Olympics for supporting 'genocide in Gaza' in a live broadcast.
Ukaleq Slettemark, a biathlete from Greenland, becomes a symbol of national pride and resistance against Donald Trump's territorial ambitions while competing at the Milano Cortina Olympics.
Giles Kenningham reveals attempts to recruit high-profile figures like Karren Brady for London mayor, arguing the Tories need a heavyweight candidate to challenge Reform and capitalise on political discontent.
Eileen Gu and fellow Winter Olympians express solidarity with Hunter Hess after Donald Trump's social media attack, highlighting unity and the Olympic spirit amidst political controversy.
Team GB skier Gus Kenworthy sparks controversy by appearing to write 'F**K ICE' in urine in snow ahead of Winter Olympics, protesting US immigration enforcement.
Analysis argues London's mayor lacks powers compared to global peers, calling for borough consolidation, assembly reform, and revenue-raising authority to unlock the capital's potential.
Milan's mayor has condemned the presence of US ICE agents at the Winter Olympics, labelling them an unwelcome militia amid security concerns.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan shares his thoughts on New York's new mayor Zohran Mamdani, discussing potential collaboration on housing and transport issues while joking about their differences.
Reform UK's London mayoral candidate Laila Cunningham faces backlash for suggesting women wearing burqas should be stop and searched. Critics warn her comments endanger Muslims and sow division.
Sadiq Khan's draft budget proposes a £20 annual council tax increase for the average London home, funding a police crackdown on phone theft and fire service upgrades. Read the full details.
Sadiq Khan rejects claims he 'cherry-picked' falling murder rates to mask rising knife crime. The Mayor and a Tory Assembly Member clash at City Hall. Read the full story.
Metro readers debate London's safety, arguing soaring 'low-level' crime like phone theft and fare dodging undermines official murder rate statistics. Have your say in the comments.
Reform UK has named Laila Cunningham as its 2027 London mayoral candidate. With polls surging, could Nigel Farage's party win City Hall? Analysis inside.
Sport England suspends its X account, citing a platform environment hostile to women. Chair Chris Boardman criticises Elon Musk and AI tool Grok for amplifying misogyny.
New data shows London's murder rate is the lowest since records began, sparking a fierce debate among readers about safety, political rhetoric, and life in the capital. Join the conversation.
Sport England has indefinitely suspended its X account, citing a platform environment hostile to women and girls, amplified by Grok AI. Read why they've walked away.
Exclusive data reveals London's theft epidemic with over 90,000 shoplifting cases and a 0.6% charge rate for theft from person. Dr Lawrence Newport urges new priorities for Mayor and Met Police.
London's homicide figures for 2025 show a significant drop, with 97 murders marking the lowest rate in over a decade. Analysis reveals the impact of the Violence Reduction Unit and new police tactics.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan declares the capital one of the world's safest cities as homicide rates hit a decade low. He also takes a swipe at Donald Trump and praises New York's new mayor. Read the full story.
I'm A Celebrity winner Angry Ginge reveals he is considering entering PDC Q-School, inspired by world champion friend Luke Littler. Read his exclusive comments.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's initial policy moves focus on affordable childcare and tenant rights, countering right-wing predictions of chaos. Analysis of his first days in office.
Exclusive interview with Roger Leighton, the English coach who shaped Wu Yize and Si Jiahui. Discover their journey from cheeky kids to Masters contenders. Read their incredible story.
Laila Cunningham, Reform UK's candidate for the 2028 London Mayoral election, pledges a manifesto shaped by a two-year listening tour of the capital. She aims to challenge Sadiq Khan's record.
Reality TV star Spencer Pratt launches political campaign for LA Mayor, citing the devastating Palisades Fire that destroyed his home. He pledges to challenge the establishment and 'disinfect' city politics.
Reform UK has selected Westminster Councillor Laila Cunningham to run for Mayor of London in 2028. She pledges to scrap ULEZ, tackle knife crime, and end Tube strikes through automation.
Reform UK's new London mayoral candidate, Laila Cunningham, has drawn criticism for claiming people now 'pity' Londoners. She and Nigel Farage paint a grim picture of crime, despite official statistics showing falls.
Reform UK has selected Westminster councillor Laila Cunningham as its candidate for the 2028 London mayoral election. She vows a 'war on crime' and challenges Sadiq Khan's record.