Strippers threaten landmark legal action if Bristol bans clubs
'Sex work is work'.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/strippers-threaten-landmark-legal-action-if-bristol-bans-clubs-16064646/
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Strippers threaten landmark legal action if Bristol bans clubs
'Sex work is work'.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/strippers-threaten-landmark-legal-action-if-bristol-bans-clubs-16064646/
Mum's desperation with mould so bad in family home it's ruined daughter's toys
'I am trying so hard; I feel a failure as a mum and I am so stressed.'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/mums-desperation-with-mould-so-bad-its-ruined-her-daughters-toys-16070965/
Girl, 2, dies 'after eating poison-laced biscuit intended for dog'
Heidy Valeria died after suffering two respiratory arrests in the municipality of Tototlan in the Mexican state of Jalisco on February 3.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/girl-2-dies-after-eating-poison-laced-biscuit-intended-for-dog-16067369/
Mole found hunting for bargains in Poundstretcher is named Ernest
Staff were initially shocked but then put him in a basket and became quite fond of him.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/mole-found-hunting-for-bargains-in-poundstretcher-is-named-ernest-16072161/
Dad and son teach magpies to put litter in the bin
The birds clean up the streets in one fell swoop.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/dad-and-son-teach-magpies-to-put-litter-in-the-bin-16065866/
Gran claims 'monstrous' BT broadband pole has wiped £30,000 from home's value
'It's just an ongoing stress of opening the front door and having this thing in your face all the time.'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/fuming-gran-claims-monstrous-bt-broadband-pole-has-wiped-30000-from-homes-value-16070888/
US skateboarder and Youtuber Josh Neuman, 22, killed in Iceland plane crash
American skateboarder and social media influencer Josh Neuman was one of four victims in a small plane crash in Iceland, authorities confirm
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/us-skateboarder-and-youtuber-josh-neuman-killed-in-iceland-plane-crash-16071775/
Canada declares state of emergency in Ottawa over trucker protest
Mayor Jim Watson said the move ‘reflects the serious danger and threat to the safety of residents’.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/canada-declares-state-of-emergency-in-ottawa-over-trucker-protest-16065865/
Thousands sign petition urging RSPCA take action over Kurt Zouma kicking cat
'It’s never acceptable to kick, hit or slap an animal, for punishment or otherwise.'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/thousands-sign-petition-urging-rspca-take-action-over-kurt-zouma-kicking-cat-16070237/
Armed Buckingham Palace intruder 'lucky not to be shot by police'
Cameron Kalani had a kitchen knife and cocaine in his backpack when he was apprehended.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/08/royal-news-buckingham-palace-intruder-lucky-not-to-be-shot-by-police-16071527/
A&E doctor jailed for sexually assaulting two 'vulnerable patients'
The doctor would pretend to be doing legitimate medical examinations and then assault his patients.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/nottingham-doctor-jailed-for-sexually-assaulting-vulnerable-patients-16064141/
Ottawa declares state of emergency as cross-border truckers protest vaccine rule
'The individuals with the protest are calling the shots. They have far more people than we have police officers.'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/ottawa-declares-state-of-emergency-as-truckers-protest-covid-mandates-16064518/
Prison governor facing jail after sending Whatsapp messages to inmate
Victoria Laithwaite, 47, was arrested in May last year after a mobile was found in prisoner James Chalmers' cell.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/prison-governor-facing-jail-after-sending-whatsapp-messages-to-inmate-16064277/
AstraZeneca criticism 'killed hundreds of thousands'
'They have damaged the reputation of the vaccine in a way that echoes around the rest of the world.'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/astrazeneca-criticism-killed-hundreds-of-thousands-16062698/
Why are energy bills so much cheaper in France?
Emmanuel Macron’s government has limited gas price increases to 12.6% and promised further help after the cap ends in April.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/why-are-energy-bills-so-much-cheaper-in-france-16059524/
Keir Starmer surrounded by protesters shouting about Jimmy Savile
He had to be bundled into a police car to get him away from the scene.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/keir-starmer-rescued-from-mob-of-angry-protesters-calling-him-a-traitor-16064826/
Cockapoo's barks help save man who had fallen off boat into the sea
The man, in his 50s, had fallen from a boat and drifted for 300 metres in a strong tide.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/gosport-cockapoos-barks-help-save-man-who-had-fallen-off-boat-into-the-sea-16063617/
Joe Biden, German chancellor: Russia will pay 'high price' for invading Ukraine
'We will impose the most severe economic sanctions that have ever been imposed,' Biden said, if Russia invades Ukraine.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/joe-biden-meets-german-chancellor-to-deter-russia-invading-ukraine-16064755/
Three new cases of super-gonorrhoea found in London and Midlands
The bug is resistant to antibiotics, and has not been seen in England for several years until the last few months.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/three-new-cases-of-super-gonorrhoea-found-in-london-and-midlands-16064606/
Tory MP ‘got so drunk he forgot call from Boris Johnson’
The MP defended his wife after she shared photos of him slumbering on the sofa.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/07/tory-mp-got-so-drunk-he-forgot-call-from-boris-johnson-16059559/
Firefighters battle blaze at historic hotel where Brexit talks took place
Grade II-listed hotel and wedding venue Thornton Manor had to be evacuated after fire broke out in the roof.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/wirral-firefighters-battle-blaze-at-historic-hotel-where-brexit-talks-took-place-16058728/
Pilots skillfully land planes as strong winds hit Birmingham Airport
‘Crabbing’ - a technique to land in extreme weather - was used to land the planes safely.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/birmingham-airport-pilot-skillfully-lands-plane-as-strong-winds-hit-16058020/
Teenage 'Snapchat' killer and his friend can finally be named
Until now, the media were banned from naming the teenage offenders prior to their 18th birthdays.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/bolton-teenage-snapchat-killer-and-his-friend-can-finally-be-named-16058110/
Minister 'suggests fraud doesn't count' after Boris falsely claims crime is down
Kwasi Kwarteng was branded 'shamefully out of touch' after appearing to suggest fraud is a lesser offence.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/minister-suggests-fraud-doesnt-count-after-boris-falsely-claims-crime-is-down-16058456/
Footage released of Queen working as country marks her 70 years on the throne
She was filmed discussing Coronation Chicken with her private secretary.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/queens-platinum-jubilee-footage-released-of-queen-working-at-sandringham-16058396/
Queen called ‘mother of this nation’ in new Jubilee anthem with didgeridoo
‘There has never been a greater need for a song to unite us all than now.'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/queen-called-mother-of-this-nation-in-new-jubilee-anthem-with-didgeridoo-16058297/
Carrie Johnson ‘wants Boris to throw in the towel’ after months of pressure
Whilst she has not encouraged her husband to resign, it's believed she would prefer he did.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/carrie-johnson-wants-boris-to-throw-in-towel-over-mounting-pressure-16058533/
Woman called 'amazingly hot' by Met detective after she reported mugging
The detective was found guilty of gross misconduct although remains a serving officer.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/woman-called-amazingly-hot-by-met-detective-after-she-reported-crime-16058584/
British Army investigating death of soldier at country’s largest military base
It follows the death of Lance Corporal Ryan MacKenzie at the same base last summer.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/british-army-investigating-death-of-soldier-at-catterick-garrison-16059050/
Autistic teen stabbed on street had only left his house twice in two years
He was knifed in the heart and lungs and was left with a 12-inch scar running down the length of his chest.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/blackburn-autistic-teen-stabbed-on-street-had-only-left-his-house-twice-in-two-years-16058048/
Camilla will be Queen: Her Majesty shapes future of monarchy on Platinum Jubilee
The Queen has used the historic milestone to shape the future of the monarchy.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/05/platinum-jubilee-queen-backs-camilla-in-message-to-nation-16056348/
Boris Johnson appoints new top team in 'shakeup' after partygate scandal
The PM is fighting for his political life following months of reports of lockdown parties in No 10.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/05/boris-johnson-appoints-new-top-team-in-shakeup-as-he-clings-on-to-position-16056087/
The difference between the Queen's accession and coronation
Today is the anniversary of the Queen's accession - not her coronation.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/platinum-jubilee-whats-the-difference-between-accession-and-coronation-16054083/
Sainsbury's worker fired for repeatedly hanging up on angry and upset customers
A manager said the hang-ups some of the most 'blatant and unseasonable' they had ever heard.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/05/sainsburys-call-centre-worker-fired-for-hanging-up-on-customers-16055058/
Reformed county lines dealer says young offenders are being 'fed to the fire'
Wes Cunliffe narrowly survived a knife attack and now works to save others from drugs and gangs.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/reformed-drug-dealer-says-young-offenders-are-being-fed-to-the-fire-16018929/
Queen officially becomes first British monarch to reign for 70 years
The monarch has a number of special treats planned for the nation.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/queen-to-celebrate-platinum-jubilee-for-months-as-schedule-revealed-16029679/
From Princess to Queen: How Elizabeth took to the throne at 25
It's hard to imagine, but Elizabeth almost didn't become Queen.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/06/the-queen-the-story-of-elizabeths-ascension-to-the-throne-at-25-16048464/
Prince Andrew to give evidence under oath next month in sex abuse case
News of the deposition comes on the eve of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/05/prince-andrew-to-give-evidence-under-oath-next-month-in-sex-abuse-case-16055889/
Boy, 5, dies after being trapped in 100ft well for four days
Rescuers pulled the little boy out on Saturday but he sadly did not survive.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/05/morocco-boy-5-rescued-from-100ft-well-after-being-trapped-for-four-days-16056388/
Boro fan arrested 'after leaving son, 11, at hotel while toasting FA Cup win'
Police said the boy's 'unhappy mum' was on her way to get him.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/05/man-arrested-after-leaving-son-at-hotel-while-toasting-fa-cup-win-16055689/
Queen's dog interrupts viewing of cards from jubilee well-wishers
The Queen marks seven decades on the throne this weekend.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/queens-inquisitive-dog-steals-show-interrupting-jubilee-card-viewing-16048898/
The mysterious illness has affected US and Canadian officials.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/what-is-havana-syndrome-mystery-illness-affecting-us-officials-16048278/
Boy dies after losing 'rock, paper, scissors' bet to jump into freezing water
Sam Haycock, 16, made the pact with pals at a reservoir near Rotherham despite being unable to swim.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/boy-dies-after-rock-paper-scissors-bet-to-jump-into-freezing-water-16051426/
Ahmaud Arbery's killers withdraw guilty pleas on hate crime charges, go to trial
The two men, who are white, planned to admit their guilt in exchange for spending the first 30 years of their sentencing in a federal prison.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/ahmaud-arberys-killers-withdraw-guilty-pleas-on-hate-crime-charge-16051213/
Boris Johnson quotes Lion King to brush off troubles after five aides quit
In a rallying cry to Downing Street staff, the PM said: 'As Rafiki in the Lion King says, change is good, and change is necessary even thoug..
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/boris-johnson-quotes-lion-king-to-brush-off-trouble-as-five-aides-quit-in-24-hours-16052060/
Find out who owns Snapchat and how many users it has
The ownership of the insanely popular app is shrouded in mystery regarding one of its founders.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/who-owns-snapchat-and-how-many-people-use-it-16051602/
Alabama school adds name of first black student to building named for KKK leader
A University of Alabama building named for a former governor who led the Ku Klux Klan a century ago will soon also be named after the school
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/alabama-adds-name-of-first-black-student-to-hall-named-for-kkk-leader-16052385/
US adds 467,000 jobs despite Omicron as Joe Biden says 'history has been made'
President Joe Biden touted 6.6million jobs created in his first year in office, saying 'it's never happened before'.
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/us-adds-467000-january-jobs-despite-omicron-history-has-been-made-16051702/
Farmer cleared for using forklift tractor to move car parked in his field
Robert Hooper told the jury: 'An Englishman's home is his castle and my castle starts at that front gate.'
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/farmer-who-used-forklift-tractor-to-flip-car-parked-on-his-land-is-cleared-16051779/
All-in health monitors and child-friendly smart clouds in this week's Lust List
Not just for tech geeks!
https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/04/the-lust-list-all-in-health-monitors-and-child-friendly-smart-clouds-16047730/