James Pearson, 46, has previously made headlines for strange hauls - such as a a semi-automatic assault rifle dating back to World War Two.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/magnet-fisherman-drags-up-rare-firearm-from-edinburgh-canal-16489333/

Florence Swaffield had been able to walk, and even ran down the aisle with the rings as the flower girl at her parent's wedding in September
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/toddler-loses-ability-to-walk-after-being-diagnosed-with-dementia-aged-three-16487604/

Sofia and Sviatoslav are making new friends in Cheshire after their family was first denied entry to the UK,
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/young-ukrainian-refugees-see-sharks-for-first-time-on-aquarium-visit-16487524/

The first minister was pictured inside without a mask when it was still against the law.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/scotland-nicola-sturgeon-avoids-police-action-after-breaking-mask-rules-16488223/

Meghan revealed all during a reading at the Invictus Games.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/harry-and-meghan-were-torn-over-archies-first-name-16488794/

At least four shootings took place in the US over the weekend
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/us-mall-gunman-may-be-able-to-return-to-work-as-3-die-in-4-shootings-16488311/

The Home Secretary hit out amid a growing backlash to the scheme.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/priti-patel-criticises-archbishops-for-failing-to-offer-solutions-over-rwanda-plan-16488014/

More and more families are turning to food banks amid the deepening cost of living crisis.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/1300000-parents-in-britain-now-expect-to-use-food-banks-16488169/

The individual called 34 times a day on average.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/irish-resident-makes-thousands-of-complaints-about-dublin-airport-16487739/

Service fees have been hiked at a retirement home, leaving tenants struggling to afford the basics.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/oxford-pensioners-cut-back-on-food-after-rip-off-service-charge-rise-16460965/

Russian forces admitted that Major General Vladimir Frolov had been killed, saying he 'died a heroic death in battle'.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/russia-loses-eighth-general-in-ukraine-but-putin-thinks-hes-winning-war-16482630/

She had to be taken to hospital where doctors decided to give her two IVs of anti-venom serum.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/snake-bites-girl-eight-at-family-easter-picnic-near-birmingham-16483869/

There are fears that the remaining Ukrainians could be slaughtered, collapsing peace talks.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/mariupol-on-the-brink-after-troops-refuse-russian-ultimatum-to-surrender-16483458/

He already has big career dreams.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/prince-harry-reveals-what-archie-2-wants-to-be-when-he-grows-up-16482391/

It is reportedly the most expensive Russian military loss in the war against Ukraine.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/russia-claims-undated-video-shows-survivors-of-sunk-moskva-warship-16482644/

Mr Johnson paused from speaking English to reference a Psalm, saying in Ukrainian: 'Be strong and have courage in your heart, you all who tr..
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/boris-johnson-speaks-ukrainian-as-he-gives-easter-message-of-good-over-evil-16483670/

Ali Tazeem had won 15 international gold medals at amateur level, and had signed a professional contract with Probellum just a few weeks ago.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/teen-boxer-dubbed-next-amir-khan-killed-in-car-crash-aged-18-16484006/

The current law in Scotland says that people must wear a face covering in public spaces indoors, including hairdressers.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/nicola-sturgeon-reported-to-police-for-not-wearing-mask-at-barbers-16483318/

If you need to pop out today, where's open?
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/easter-monday-what-shops-are-open-today-2-16436803/

Expect reduced hours.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/18/are-banks-open-on-easter-monday-2-16436967/

Ukraine has warned the video will feature Mr Zelenksy issuing a statement.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/ukraine-warns-it-is-expecting-russia-to-put-out-zelensky-deepfake-16480000/

They blamed the airline's 'lack of organisation' for the mishap.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/couple-criticise-ryanair-for-after-accidentally-boarding-wrong-flight-16480117/

Kim Il Sung founded his dictatorship in North Korea in 1948.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/north-korea-marks-founders-birthday-with-huge-parade-withou-weapons-16479159/

The couple showed off their playful side after touching down in the Netherlands.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/harry-and-meghan-go-for-a-spin-in-toy-cars-driven-by-kids-at-invictus-games-16480603/

The extent of the injuries is unknown at this time.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/usnews-multiple-people-injured-in-mass-shooting-at-columbiana-shopping-mall-16481170/

The pharmacist was a gambling addict using scams to pay off his debts.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/pharmacist-faked-cancer-to-con-his-friend-out-of-more-than-500000-16480555/

Can you hop to the shops?
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/are-supermarkets-and-shops-open-on-easter-sunday-2-16431083/

Introducing Harry on stage, Meghan said she 'could not love and respect him more'.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/meghan-gushes-over-incredible-husband-harry-at-invictus-games-opening-ceremony-16480968/

The Local Government Association has issued a warning and asked people stay vigilant.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/16/warning-issued-over-new-scam-cashing-in-on-the-energy-price-crisis-16479464/

Diane Skidmore is ‘absolutely furious’ with Tory ministers for failing to come up with solutions to the cost of living crisis - so has co
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/17/cost-of-living-crisis-thousands-sign-petition-calling-to-make-energy-free-16424144/

A man now in his early 20s claimed to have met Khan at a birthday party in August 2015 where he was subjected to inappropriate advances.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/imran-ahmad-khan-hit-by-fresh-claims-he-propositioned-boy-16-for-sex-16474787/

Harrowing images of corpses lining the streets emerged after Russia withdrew from western Ukraine.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/more-than-900-civilians-bodies-found-near-kyiv-after-russian-retreat-16476980/

Anthony Todt was sentenced to four consecutive life sentences in prison for killing his wife, their children and family dog
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/dad-says-he-killed-family-so-they-could-pass-over-before-apocalypse-16475980/

The money was stolen from a video game company that allows players to earn cryptocurrency.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/hackers-steal-470000000-in-one-of-worlds-largest-crypto-heists-16476087/

It's their first trip outside the US together since stepping down as senior royals.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/harry-and-meghan-seen-for-first-time-on-invictus-games-trip-with-netflix-film-crew-16476622/

'What I find alarming is there's truly only one environmental link to primary brain tumors and that's ionizing radiation'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/nearly-100-former-students-get-rare-brain-tumors-and-seek-answers-16476943/

Valentyn Ilchuk and his comrades on the Black Sea coast have taken 'great pride' from the destruction of the flagship cruiser.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/ukrainian-soldiers-psyched-over-sunk-russian-ship-read-news-on-metro-16475722/

He 'deliberately' hit the woman twice
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/road-rage-driver-runs-over-woman-twice-with-suv-16476587/

Dinosaurs ruled the Earth for over 160 million years.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/when-did-dinosaurs-become-extinct-and-was-the-t-rex-the-biggest-16475877/

'Several of the animals appeared to have been frozen alive due to their body positioning,' authorities said.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/15/man-stuffed-183-animals-including-dogs-in-freezer-some-frozen-alive-16476957/

The man had come to the US as a refugee with his two daughters
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/white-cop-fatally-shoots-black-man-facedown-in-the-head-in-struggle-16468896/

After seven weeks of relentless bombardment, Mariupol is on the brink of capture.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/devastation-of-mariupol-laid-bare-in-before-and-after-invasion-photos-16468298/

Frank James made his first court appearance Thursday in downtown Brooklyn
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/brooklyn-shooting-suspect-frank-james-appears-in-court-16469688/

April's full moon - the fourth of the year - is set to fill the night sky on Saturday, April 16.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/aprils-sultry-pink-moon-will-fill-up-the-night-sky-this-weekend-16467140/

If you wish to vote in future elections, you need to be registered
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/how-to-check-if-you-are-registered-to-vote-and-when-is-the-deadline-to-register-for-2022-local-elections-16469609/

It's claimed the new scheme for people coming 'illegally' in boats will cost £1.4 billion.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/rwanda-asylum-seeker-scheme-will-cost-more-than-booking-them-in-ritz-16468003/

Florida is the latest state to restrict access to abortions.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/florida-governor-signs-15-week-abortion-ban-into-law-16470724/

The precise amount was awarded for lost earnings.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/artist-wins-3million-damages-after-being-hit-by-scooter-in-2015-16469645/

Khan's resignation will trigger a by-election.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/tory-mp-quits-after-sexually-assaulting-boy-and-forcing-him-to-drink-gin-16470336/

Caroline Dawson says the council should start focussing on 'real' problems.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/04/14/grimsby-smoker-slams-100-fine-for-flicking-cigarette-out-car-window-16469347/