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.
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LA Mayor Calls for Wasserman Resignation Over Epstein Files
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.
LA Mayor Calls for Wasserman to Step Down as Olympics Chair
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.
Swiss Commentator Calls for Israeli Athlete Ban at Winter Olympics
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.
Greenland Olympian Defies Trump, Waves Flag at Winter Games
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.
Tories Urged to Find Political Heavyweight for London Mayor Race
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.
Athletes Defend Hess After Trump's 'Loser' Attack
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.
GB Skier's Snow Protest Against US Immigration Agency
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.
London Needs a Chief Executive Mayor
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 Mayor Calls US ICE a 'Militia'
Milan's mayor has condemned the presence of US ICE agents at the Winter Olympics, labelling them an unwelcome militia amid security concerns.
Sadiq Khan on New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani
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 Candidate's Burqa Comments Condemned as Dangerous
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.
Londoners face £20 council tax rise for police and fire
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.
Khan accused of 'gaslighting' over London crime stats
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.
London safety debate: Readers clash over crime stats
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's Laila Cunningham Launches London Mayor Bid
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 quits X over 'hostility to women and girls'
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.
London's murder rate hits record low, sparking safety debate
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 suspends X account over Grok AI concerns
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.
London's Theft Crisis: Khan's Safety Claims Challenged
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 murder rate lowest in over a decade
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.
Sadiq Khan: London one of world's safest cities
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.
Angry Ginge considers darts Q-School after I'm A Celeb
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.
Mamdani's First 10 Days: Action on Childcare and Rent
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.
Coach Reveals Rise of Chinese Snooker Stars Wu & Si
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.
Reform UK's London Mayor candidate pledges 'Londoners first'
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.
Spencer Pratt announces run for Mayor of Los Angeles
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 names candidate to challenge Sadiq Khan in 2028
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 candidate accused of talking down London with 'pity' claim
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 announces Laila Cunningham for London Mayor
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.
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