Kategori: Opinion
Readers say Elon Musk’s not the victim he thinks he is
In MetroTalk: readers don’t believe Elon Musk’s victim act, defend cats from blame and squeeze in a tribute to the 33 bus.
Travelling while being the same height as Danny Devito is a nightmare
Travel as a shortie is far from impossible – it just takes a little bit more planning
I always play ‘check-in chicken’ on flights – it works a treat
I now use ‘check-in chicken’ every time I fly with Ryanair or Wizz Air.
Doctor Who is wasted on Disney – ditch it or it risks dying
I hope that if the Disney+ deal is renewed then it goes forward with radical changes.
Robert Jenrick has a point but he has no business making it
If Robert Jenrick really had a concern about crime, he wouldn’t be making videos.
Sydney Sweeney’s bathwater soap isn’t the empowering move she thinks it is
The whole thing has left me feeling, well, dirty, and all in a lather.
11 years on, I’m still mourning comedy legend Rik Mayall
An endlessly playful energy exuded from him – it was infectious. All-consuming. Awe-inspiring. Addictive.
Readers say spitting men can jog on along with racists and dogs on trains
In MetroTalk: readers talk spitting men, violence against women, cat tax and dogs taking up space.
The Metro daily cartoon by Guy Venables
Ban on the sale of single-use disposable vapes in England and Wales comes into force on 1 June.
My partner told me she was pregnant – my overwhelming emotion was panic
I felt this huge rush of love, but a crushing weight of responsibility.
The Metro daily cartoon by Guy Venables
Thames Water handed £123,000,000 fine over sewage pumping.
The new Harry Potter child stars have confirmed my worst fears
I worry for the young soon-to-be stars stepping into their shoes for a rebooted series that no-one was really asking for.
Readers on ‘toxic’ Kemi, why Trump means war and our debt to overseas students
Do you agree with our readers? Have your say on these MetroTalk topics and more in the comments.
Badenoch’s ‘proxy war’ comments are dangerous and misleading
Leader of the opposition Kemi Badenoch told Sky News’ Trevor Phillips on Sunday that Ukraine was fighting a proxy war for the West against Russia and that Israel was fighting such a war against Hamas on behalf of the UK.
She also criticised Sir Keir Starmer for speaking out against Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, saying it puts us on the side of Hamas, a terrorist organisation.
Badenoch is deeply irresponsible to do so. This false equivalence is not only intellectually bankrupt, it is toxic. To suggest the Labour government has taken action against Israel in a manner that merits thanks from a proscribed terrorist organisation is an outrageous distortion.
Labour’s position – calling for a ceasefire, adherence to international law and the protection of civilians – reflects broad public concern about the unfolding humanitarian disaster in Gaza.
It is not, as Badenoch implies, a show of solidarity with Hamas. Such rhetoric not only inflames division and cheapens serious debate, it undermines her own credibility. And in comparing Ukraine’s legitimate defence against a foreign invasion with Israel’s ongoing slaughter and bombardment of a trapped civilian population in Gaza, it shows a wilful disregard for context and compassion. This isn’t statesmanship – it’s stunt politics. Henry Page, London
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Trump has bought us closer to global conflict – so much for great negotiation
Donald Trump, the so-called great negotiator, has brought us significantly closer to global conflict. Israel now feels empowered to expel Palestinians from Gaza without pushback from the US.
Russia’s Vladimir Putin has been emboldened by what amounts to rhetorical appeasement from the US.
Trade wars are erupting, forcing countries to raise prices and reconsider their alliances.
Perhaps most alarming is the resurgence of an arms race, with Europe and China ramping up military capabilities.
Trump, the so-called peace-maker? I don’t think so. Tony Howarth, London
Brexit trade deals don’t add up
Henry (MetroTalk, Fri) cites trade deals with Australia and New Zealand as ‘Brexit benefits’.
Trade with Australia is about two per cent of our trade with the EU. New Zealand, less still. This ‘benefit’ is like spending £1,000 on lottery tickets and celebrating because you won £10. Chris Bright, London
Student visa cuts are wrecking universities
It’s insane to have politicians of different stripes competing to cut the number of migrants on student visas.
Our universities are in dire straits. International students are not subject to the tuition fee cap, so our universities can charge them big bucks.
This income is propping up the whole system. On average, each British student is subsidised by the migrant student population to the tune of £2,500 a year.
Programmes are being axed, making it harder to recruit students and staff, putting dozens of institutions on the path to collapse.
Soon, Britain will be dimmer and duller, sorely lacking in intellectual capacity or knowledge. Our economy is a knowledge economy – no knowledge means no economy. Helen Shaw, Liverpool
Readers on ‘toxic’ Kemi, why Trump means war and our debt to overseas students
Do you agree with our readers? Have your say on these MetroTalk topics and more in the comments.
Badenoch’s ‘proxy war’ comments are dangerous and misleading
Leader of the opposition Kemi Badenoch told Sky News’ Trevor Phillips on Sunday that Ukraine was fighting a proxy war for the West against Russia and that Israel was fighting such a war against Hamas on behalf of the UK.
She also criticised Sir Keir Starmer for speaking out against Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, saying it puts us on the side of Hamas, a terrorist organisation.
Badenoch is deeply irresponsible to do so. This false equivalence is not only intellectually bankrupt, it is toxic. To suggest the Labour government has taken action against Israel in a manner that merits thanks from a proscribed terrorist organisation is an outrageous distortion.
Labour’s position – calling for a ceasefire, adherence to international law and the protection of civilians – reflects broad public concern about the unfolding humanitarian disaster in Gaza.
It is not, as Badenoch implies, a show of solidarity with Hamas. Such rhetoric not only inflames division and cheapens serious debate, it undermines her own credibility. And in comparing Ukraine’s legitimate defence against a foreign invasion with Israel’s ongoing slaughter and bombardment of a trapped civilian population in Gaza, it shows a wilful disregard for context and compassion. This isn’t statesmanship – it’s stunt politics. Henry Page, London
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Trump has bought us closer to global conflict – so much for great negotiation
Donald Trump, the so-called great negotiator, has brought us significantly closer to global conflict. Israel now feels empowered to expel Palestinians from Gaza without pushback from the US.
Russia’s Vladimir Putin has been emboldened by what amounts to rhetorical appeasement from the US.
Trade wars are erupting, forcing countries to raise prices and reconsider their alliances.
Perhaps most alarming is the resurgence of an arms race, with Europe and China ramping up military capabilities.
Trump, the so-called peace-maker? I don’t think so. Tony Howarth, London
Brexit trade deals don’t add up
Henry (MetroTalk, Fri) cites trade deals with Australia and New Zealand as ‘Brexit benefits’.
Trade with Australia is about two per cent of our trade with the EU. New Zealand, less still. This ‘benefit’ is like spending £1,000 on lottery tickets and celebrating because you won £10. Chris Bright, London
Student visa cuts are wrecking universities
It’s insane to have politicians of different stripes competing to cut the number of migrants on student visas.
Our universities are in dire straits. International students are not subject to the tuition fee cap, so our universities can charge them big bucks.
This income is propping up the whole system. On average, each British student is subsidised by the migrant student population to the tune of £2,500 a year.
Programmes are being axed, making it harder to recruit students and staff, putting dozens of institutions on the path to collapse.
Soon, Britain will be dimmer and duller, sorely lacking in intellectual capacity or knowledge. Our economy is a knowledge economy – no knowledge means no economy. Helen Shaw, Liverpool
The Metro daily cartoon by Guy Venables
Tommy Robinson aka Stephen Yaxley-Lennon released from prison with a new bearded look.
The Metro daily cartoon by Guy Venables
Tommy Robinson aka Stephen Yaxley-Lennon released from prison with a new bearded look.
A stranger questioned my gender – but I’m a biological woman
Maybe I just like my hair short? Whatever he assumed, it’s not his place to judge.
A stranger questioned my gender – but I’m a biological woman
Maybe I just like my hair short? Whatever he assumed, it’s not his place to judge.
This underrated horror film should be next to get a TV adaption
This cult classic film has 13 terrifying characters we need to learn more about.
What now for Gaza and Brexit? Readers debate a path forward
In MetroTalk, readers debate the shared blame in Gaza’s on-going suffering and ask whether the UK got a ‘proper’ Brexit.
Trump’s latest tarriffs threat to the EU is his most offensive yet
The Union remains the world’s most successful and enduring peace project.
I paid my kids to sleep – I’m embracing being a ‘terrible’ mum
‘What sort of failure pays her children to sleep?’ a voice in my head screamed.
Brooklyn Beckham is right putting his wife before his parents
While he may have made some peculiar choices in his time, Brooklyn Bekcham is more than capable of knowing who and what is best for him right now, says Adam Miller (Picture: Swan Gallet/WWD via Getty Images)
Brooklyn Beckham has really put…
Brooklyn Beckham is right putting his wife before his parents
While he may have made some peculiar choices in his time, Brooklyn Bekcham is more than capable of knowing who and what is best for him right now, says Adam Miller (Picture: Swan Gallet/WWD via Getty Images)
Brooklyn Beckham has really put…
Doctor Who has fixed a big mistake – but it might be too late
Thankfully, the BBC seems to have finally realised there’s a problem and is addressing the issue.