Category : Westminster


Two Lewisham Councillors Defect from Labour to Greens

Lewisham councillors Tauseef Anwar and Rudi Schmidt have quit Labour to join the Greens, citing policy disagreements on Gaza and austerity. The Lewisham Green Group now has four councillors, all former Labour representatives.

Teen Admits Axe Attack on Iranian Kurd in Bristol

Alina Burns, 18, pleaded guilty to attempted murder after launching a far-right axe attack on Mohammed Mahmoodi outside a barber's shop in Bristol. Police found extremist messages and weapons.

Alex Vindman Runs for Florida Senate, Targets Corruption

Alex Vindman, the former national security official who testified against Donald Trump, announces his Democratic Senate campaign in Florida, pledging to combat political extremism and corruption while addressing cost-of-living issues.

One Nation's SA Election Breakthrough: What It Means

Pauline Hanson's One Nation party has made historic gains in South Australia's state election, surpassing the Liberal party and securing seats in both parliamentary houses for the first time outside Queensland.

Metro's Weekly Politics Quiz: Week 4 Challenge

Dive into the latest UK political developments with Metro's weekly quiz. Covering assisted dying votes, Trump's Oval Office remarks, and government spending on meditation apps for civil servants.

Hegseth's Violent Rhetoric on TV Alarms Critics

Pete Hegseth's television appearances promoting war crimes and violence reflect a dangerous shift in Trump administration propaganda, drawing comparisons to historical fascist movements.

Starmer and Trump Discuss Strait of Hormuz Crisis in Call

Labour leader Keir Starmer and former US President Donald Trump held a critical phone conversation addressing the escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, with UK Foreign Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Defence Secretary John Healey closely monitoring t

Child Labor Violations Rise Amid GOP Rollbacks of Protections

Child labor violations have increased fivefold in the US over the past decade, while Republican-led states like Nebraska, Indiana, and West Virginia pass laws weakening protections for workers under 18, raising concerns about federal standards.

Meteorite Hits Houston Home, NASA Confirms Fireball

A suspected meteorite crashed into a home in suburban Houston, with NASA confirming a fireball event. Residents reported thunder-like noises and damage, following similar incidents in Ohio and Atlanta.

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