I think Hell just froze over:
http://mashable.com/2008/09/04/metallica-ok-with-piracy/
I'm guessing they aren't going to get involved in another ridiculous lawsuit or criminal pursuit against the pirates of the world, but mark my words: if Metallica's album sales aren't simply spectacular, look for an irritated and enraged Lars Ulrich coming soon to a press conference near you to blame all the pirates of the world for preventing Metallica fans from keeping his private jet fueled up.Sigh... Metallica - fuck them.