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2026-09-26 · Evening Standard

Famous house with blue door from movie Notting Hill is on market for staggering sum

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2026-09-26 · Evening Standard

London schoolgirl who recruited Shamima Begum for Isis 'found to be alive after terror plot arrest'

🔮 Read More She is expected to face terrorism-related proceedings in Syria. assertive

2026-09-27 · Evening Standard

British Museum apologises after chaotic queues leave Bayeux Tapestry ticket holders waiting for hours

🔮 The museum apologised to those affected and said it would be contacting visitors directly. assertive

2026-09-27 · Evening Standard

Woman arrested after man killed in north London crash

🔮 "We are working hard to establish the circumstances surrounding the collision and we are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. assertive

2026-09-27 · Evening Standard

Top philanthropist blasts Sadiq Khan-backed LTNs as he quits London for America

🔮 “And while there will be many other reasons that so many other wealthy individuals have quit Britain, for me not being able to move around the city as I needed to was the clinching factor.” assertive

2026-09-27 · Evening Standard

Top philanthropist says London's LTNs drove him to quit capital for the United States

2026-09-27 · Evening Standard

London weather: Capital to sizzle in 26C this week - but there's a sting in the tail for commuters

🔮 Today (Sunday, September 27) has been a mixed bag with patches of cloud and drizzle, although temperatures have remained stalwart at around 21C. The mild weather will continue on Monday, with light sunshine and some cloud, along with a respectable peak of 20C. But Tuesday will see the return of summer with a glorious top temperature of 26C and non-stop rays throughout the day, according to the Met Office. Sadly, there’s a string in the tail after this spot of good weather. assertive

2026-09-27 · Evening Standard

Fundraiser for Highgate schoolgirl, 16, killed in crash reaches almost £90,000

🔮 One of her favourite pieces was Pie Jesu, which she sang in Southwark Cathedral, a memory that will remain precious to all who heard her. assertive

2026-09-28 · Evening Standard

Fundraiser for family of Highgate schoolgirl, 16, killed in crash hits £100,000

🔮 One of her favourite pieces was Pie Jesu, which she sang in Southwark Cathedral, a memory that will remain precious to all who heard her. assertive

2026-09-29 · Evening Standard

Will Burnham scrap the pension triple lock? PM to call for 'honest conversation' at Labour Conference speech

🔮 There is growing speculation that Andy Burnham will suggest the end of the state pension triple lock when he makes his headline speech at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool on Tuesday. mixed

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

London travel news LIVE: 'Infrastructure damage' at Tube station causes delays for entire line

🔮 Tickets will be accepted on, London Buses, Weaver Line, Suffragette Line, Great Northern, Thameslink, South Western Railway and Southeastern via any reasonable route. assertive

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

Man charged over stabbing of Met Police officer in London dawn raid

🔮 A man will appear in court this morning following the stabbing of a police officer on Tuesday. assertive

2026-10-02 · Evening Standard

Don’t worry about diesel shortages, Government says, as US urges use of reserves

🔮 The RAC’s head of policy Simon Williams said the price rises are showing “no signs” of slowing down. assertive

2026-10-03 · Evening Standard

Murder investigation launched after man shot dead near West London memorial gathering

🔮 A post-mortem examination will be carried out in due course, although officers believe the victim suffered a gunshot wound. No arrests have been made. assertive

2026-10-03 · Evening Standard

Michael Douglas reveals romance with 1980s co-star

🔮 Douglas said the relationship remained hidden from cast and crew while they were filming, adding that they would spend time together away from the set after long days of shooting. assertive

2026-10-04 · Evening Standard

Strictly fans demand line-up change as Josh Widdicombe savaged for second week

🔮 The comedian is part of Strictly's new presenting line-up alongside Emma Willis and Johannes Radebe, who took over hosting duties this year following the departure of long-serving presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. assertive

2026-10-04 · Evening Standard

Green party members back controversial motion on Zionism and future of Palestine

🔮 The motion defines Zionism as a political ideology advocating "an ethnonationalist Jewish State" and calls for the establishment of a single Palestinian state with equal rights for all citizens, including Jewish people. However, the motion also states that Zionism should be “treated as any other form of racism”, which critics point out could include practicing Jews and members of synagogues across Britain - making it impossible for them to join the Greens. assertive

2026-10-04 · Evening Standard

Green party members back controversial motion on Zionism and future of Palestine

2026-10-04 · Evening Standard

Thousands join Cable Street march to mark 90 years since East End anti-fascist protest

🔮 2026 they will not pass." assertive

2026-10-04 · Evening Standard

Who's in the first Strictly dance off?

🔮 Actress Jaime Winstone and professional partner Carlos Gu will go head-to-head with TV personality Chris Appleton and Amy Dowden in Sunday's results show. assertive

2026-10-04 · Evening Standard

Who was axed in the first Strictly dance off?

🔮 I just feel one couple had the edge with a little bit more power, more refinement, so I will be saving Jaime and Carlos.” assertive

2026-10-04 · Evening Standard

Conservatives back Heathrow expansion as Burnham keeps ‘open mind’

🔮 A future Conservative government would "do whatever it takes" to deliver a third runway at Heathrow, as Labour leader Andy Burnham continues to keep an "open mind" on plans to expand Britain's busiest airport. assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Zack Polanski banned from Israel after Green Party backs 'Zionism is racism' motion

🔮 Brought forward by the members' group Greens 4 Palestine, it defines Zionism as a political ideology advocating "an ethno-nationalist Jewish State" and calls for the establishment of a single Palestinian state with equal rights for all citizens, including Jewish people. However, the motion also states that Zionism should be “treated as any other form of racism”, which critics point out could include practicing Jews and members of synagogues across Britain - making it impossible for them to join the Greens. assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Mother, 29, killed by falling bricks on London school run, Old Bailey hears

🔮 Coulson was the appointed person to plan the lifting operations on the site and was in overall control of them. Ms Healy said it was not necessary for him to be permanently on site, but he must periodically visit the site to see whether any factors had changed which might necessitate a change to the lift plan. assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Man carrying baby bitten during violent row on London Underground, police say

🔮 Officers investigating the incident have now issued a photograph of a man they believe may have information that could help their enquiries. mixed

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Green activist behind anti-Zionism motion was ‘close friend’ of Heathrow terror plotter

🔮 US court documents show that in 2015, Ms Speitan was “willing to testify” but that an unspecified medical condition “prevents her from travelling by air”. assertive

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Man accused of Ann Widdecombe murder faces court over alleged Farage terror plot

🔮 Joshua Kerry, 28, has been charged with one count of preparation of terrorist acts between May 31, 2024 and July 8 this year. assertive

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Ann Widdecombe murder suspect in court over accused of Nigel Farage terror plot

🔮 Joshua Kerry, 28, is accused of one count of preparation of terrorist acts relating to alleged activity between May 31 2024 and July 8 2026, Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) announced on Friday. mixed

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Polanski skips City Hall duties as he throws everything at Holborn by-election bid

🔮 Since declaring his interest in the seat in early September, he has given apologies for four committee meetings and left a session of Mayor's Question Time after putting a question to Sir Sadiq Khan. assertive

2026-10-08 · Evening Standard

When will we know the result of the Holborn and St Pancras by-election?

🔮 But events at the Green Party’s conference, where members voted over the weekend to define Zionism as racism leading to Mr Polanski being barred from entering Israel, could have damaged his electoral prospects in north London. assertive

2026-10-08 · Evening Standard

Holborn and St Pancras by-election: Who are the candidates?

🔮 But I do think about how it might affect young people who might be interested in getting into politics or community work and seeing that kind of negativity and that rhetoric and walking away." assertive

2026-10-08 · Evening Standard

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor home search warrants were unlawful, says High Court judge

🔮 The hearing before Mr Justice Hilliard began at 2pm and is being held in private, meaning the press and public are excluded, with a judgment expected to be given in open court. assertive

2026-10-09 · Evening Standard

London man who led global monkey torture network jailed after sharing sadistic videos online

🔮 The judge said Poklek will be set free after serving around a third of his prison sentence, and he also put pressure on Parliament to consider toughening the penalties for animal abuse which currently have a five-year maximum. assertive

2026-10-09 · Evening Standard

Deliveroo e-bike riders travelling too fast will be banned from platform

🔮 Deliveroo riders caught using illegal high-speed e-bikes could be banned from the platform as part of a new road safety crackdown. assertive

2026-10-11 · Evening Standard

London has become a ‘two-tier' city for 'the wealthy and cosseted’, says Ian Rankin

🔮 He told the Daily Star: “I'd been reading up on all these oligarchs and these strange goings-on in London. “People with gold-plated Lamborghinis driving up and down outside Harrods, sheikhs who would hang out in west London in the summer because it was too hot in their own country and stay in these palatial apartment buildings that they only used a few weeks of the year.” assertive

2026-10-11 · Evening Standard

Yorkshire Wildlife Park to remain closed after man killed in tiger enclosure attack

🔮 Yorkshire Wildlife Park will remain closed on Sunday after a man died when he entered a tiger enclosure and was attacked by one of the animals. assertive

2026-10-11 · Evening Standard

Harry and Meghan to spend Christmas 'away from royals at Sandringham'

🔮 However, the couple are expected to return to California for the festive season rather than join members of the Royal Family at Sandringham, where King Charles III traditionally hosts relatives for Christmas celebrations, MailOnline reports. mixed

2026-10-11 · Evening Standard

Trump says it is ‘time for Ukraine to get a new president’ in fresh row with Zelensky

🔮 Zelensky warned it would hand the Kremlin fresh revenues that could be used to finance military operations against Ukraine. assertive

2026-10-11 · Evening Standard

Could UK politics return to a two-horse race? Burnham and Badenoch climb in the polls

🔮 The findings suggest the Tory leader may have secured an early conference bounce after unveiling plans including a pledge to cut inheritance tax, the Mail on Sunday reports. assertive

2026-10-11 · Evening Standard

Burnham to publish Manchester City meetings after club intervention sparks row

🔮 Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to publish details of his dealings with Manchester City's owners during his time as Mayor of Greater Manchester after facing criticism over comments he made following the club's landmark Premier League case. assertive

2026-10-12 · Evening Standard

Burnham pushes for closer EU ties and questions Russian interference over Brexit

🔮 Mr Burnham told MPs that "sticking with the status quo is not good enough for Britain" and said it would be a "dereliction of duty" not to pursue closer co-operation with the EU. "If we are serious about promoting growth, controlling immigration, upholding our values and security, it is a conversation we must have," he said. assertive

2026-10-12 · Evening Standard

Two men charged after man, 67, dies following fight in north London street

🔮 Any information you have could be vital in our investigation." assertive

2026-10-15 · Evening Standard

Older people urged to get their flu jabs after 4,000 deaths recorded last winter

🔮 “I would also encourage friends and family members to check that older relatives know which vaccinations they are eligible for and help them to arrange appointments if needed.” assertive

2026-10-19 · Evening Standard

Man accused over London-bound train stabbings admits string of knife attacks

🔮 Anthony Williams, 33, pleaded guilty at Cambridge Crown Court to 12 counts of wounding with intent and two counts of attempting to wound with intent. assertive

2026-10-19 · Evening Standard

Russell Brand looked ‘like a clown’ after alleged sex attack in Soho bar, jury told

🔮 The woman, who is the third of Brand’s accusers to give evidence, said she told a friend about part of the encounter with the comedian, but “didn’t want to admit that I’d done it to anybody, because I feel like I probably could have stopped it, I don’t know”. assertive

2026-10-19 · Evening Standard

Dame Esther Rantzen laid to rest in 'beautiful funeral' ceremony, family reveals

🔮 A larger memorial service for the Childline founder is expected to take place at a later date, with details yet to be announced. assertive

2026-10-21 · Evening Standard

Knife-wielding robber punched victims to snatch three phones on London Tube

🔮 Fabian Pawlowski, 22, of Banstead, Surrey, forced his victims to hand over their phones during a robbery spree on the Tube that lasted from April 27 to May 15. assertive

2026-10-22 · Evening Standard

Keir Starmer could be called to give evidence at grooming gangs inquiry

🔮 Sir Keir Starmer could be called to give evidence at the national grooming gangs inquiry after being granted formal status in the investigation he ordered while in office. assertive

2026-10-24 · Evening Standard

Prince William says Charlotte and Louis are ‘obsessed’ with The Traitors plus his Taylor Swift photo regret

🔮 William, appearing on a special Earthshot Prize edition of the programme alongside Cate Blanchett, Robert Irwin and Hannah Waddingham, said the hit BBC reality series has become must-watch television in the Wales household. assertive

2026-10-24 · Evening Standard

Meghan ‘deeply distressed’ as child abuse allegations against father spark Philippines investigation

🔮 Reacting to the allegations, Meghan said: “I am deeply distressed at the news that has come to light in the last 24 hours, and my thoughts are with any children who may have been harmed.” mixed

2026-10-24 · Evening Standard

Rail passengers warned of disruption as Storm Boelo batters the UK with 80mph winds

🔮 While London and the South East are expected to avoid the worst conditions after Friday's Storm Austen, holidaymakers and weekend travellers heading north by train could face delays, cancellations and speed restrictions. mixed

2026-10-24 · Evening Standard

Ex-Tory campaign chief sentenced over bets on election date

🔮 Lee placed or attempted to place 71 bets between March and May 2024, while Saunders placed eight and attempted a ninth. assertive

2026-10-24 · Evening Standard

Man arrested by London police over 'scam' claims that 650 sheep were stolen

🔮 Detective Constable Carley Parodi, of IFED, said: “Rural insurance fraud may be less common, but it can have a significant impact on insurers and genuine customers. mixed

2026-10-24 · Evening Standard

Met Police confirms it did receive letter about Meghan Markle's father

2026-10-25 · Evening Standard

Storm Boelo rail chaos as London commuters bound by 'do not travel' warnings

🔮 Heavy urban gusts meant the massive stage build and infrastructure set-up could not be completed safely, leaving thousands of disappointed families stranded at home. assertive

2026-10-25 · Evening Standard

Travel misery in east London after freight train derails onto tracks

🔮 Commuter misery struck east London on Friday afternoon after a freight train partially derailed at Barking, damaging vital rail tracks and causing travel chaos that will last into next week. assertive

2026-10-25 · Evening Standard

Met to scale back action on minor tag breaches amid police officer shortages

🔮 Under a pilot scheme running until the spring, Scotland Yard will not routinely take action over curfew breaches or tag battery failures lasting less than an hour, unless the offender is judged to pose a particular risk to the public. assertive

2026-10-25 · Evening Standard

PM pledges support for all of London's rough sleepers this Christmas with £432m boost

🔮 Andy Burnham has vowed that every rough sleeper will be offered a route off the streets before Christmas, unveiling a further £432 million to tackle homelessness and support frontline services. assertive

2026-10-28 · Evening Standard

Tommy Robinson guilty of harassing Daily Mail journalists

🔮 On Wednesday, Mr Justice Cavanagh issued a majority direction, meaning he would accept verdicts on which at least 10 of the 12 jurors agreed. assertive

2026-10-28 · Evening Standard

Treasury urged to investigate possible Budget leak after 'tax report moved markets'

🔮 The Treasury is facing demands to investigate a potential Budget leak after a report accurately forecasting a tax rise on banks was published shortly before Chancellor John Healey unveiled his plans in the Commons. assertive

2026-10-29 · Evening Standard

Russell Brand's wife tells jury entertainer is 'kind and caring'

🔮 I could read about it regularly in the papers, so I was aware of it and he also told me.” Turning to their relationship now, she said: “We have a very honest, frank, and clear relationship and marriage. assertive

2026-10-29 · Evening Standard

Met refers itself to watchdog over handling of letter about Meghan Markle's father

🔮 The Met has not disclosed the nature of the allegations, nor identified the overseas jurisdictions to which information may now be passed. assertive

2026-10-30 · Evening Standard

Teen stabbed by ‘eight to 10 masked men’ at east London Halloween party

🔮 While his condition has since stabilised, police said his injuries could prove life-changing. assertive

2026-10-30 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors final sees shock murder, dramatic betrayals and tense endgame showdown

🔮 Celebrity Traitors final sees shock murder, dramatic betrayals and tense endgame showdown The Celebrity Traitors came to a dramatic end on Friday night as the remaining contestants entered the final episode with one question hanging over them - could the faithfuls root out the last traitors before it was too late? assertive

2026-10-30 · Evening Standard

Macklemore tells Wembley crowd Gaza children are ‘our children’ during Free Palestine tour

🔮 According to reports, the move came amid concerns that his campaigning on Gaza would overshadow the concerts. assertive

2026-11-03 · Evening Standard

MI5 and chief Ken McCallum will not face contempt proceedings, High Court rules

🔮 MI5 and its director general, Sir Ken McCallum, will not face contempt of court proceedings after the Security Service admitted providing false evidence to three courts. assertive

2026-11-04 · Evening Standard

Murder probe launched as London footballer dies after suspected assault

🔮 Ezekiel Williams, 26, who recently joined north London club Hendon FC, suffered serious injuries in the early hours of Sunday after an incident on Midsummer Boulevard. Thames Valley Police said officers were called by the ambulance service shortly after 1.50am. assertive

2026-11-05 · Evening Standard

London's endangered landmarks: 16 heritage treasures now at risk of being lost

🔮 Designed in 1866 by celebrated Victorian architect William Butterfield, the chapel is a striking example of Gothic Revival architecture. assertive

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