Parts of M25 in Surrey see two miles of congestion on Saturday morningTwo miles of congestion was seen on the M25 in Surrey on Saturday morning after a section of it was closed. A five-mile stretch of the motorway between junctions 10 and 11 was closed in both directions at 9pm on Friday and will remain inaccessible until 6am on Monday while a bridge is demolished and a new gantry installed. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest brea...
Vaughan Gething to be the next first minister of WalesVaughan Gething has been elected as the next Welsh Labour leader and First Minister of Wales, the first black leader of any European country. Welsh Labour members have chosen Mr Gething, 49, to be their next party leader, succeeding Mark Drakeford, who has held the position since 2018. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus p...
New Reform UK MP Lee Anderson confronted as he tours his constituencyNew Reform UK MP Lee Anderson has said Conservatives will have to “wrestle with their own consciences” about following him as he kicked off a tour of his constituency with his new party leader. Mr Anderson, who defected to Reform after he was stripped of the Tory whip over comments about London Mayor Sadiq Khan, set off from the centre of Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, on an open top bus with party leader Ric...
Biden welcomes Varadkar to White House for St Patrick's Day traditionMr Varadkar has been urged to use the White House meeting on Friday, and the shamrock bowl ceremony with Mr Biden on Sunday, to push for an end to Israel’s military operation in Gaza – including from a former Irish president. In brief comments to the media moments before the bilateral in the White House, the Taoiseach said he was “keen to talk” about the situation in Gaza. Addressing Mr Biden in the Oval Offic...
Six Nations Super Saturday: Lawrence Dallaglio and Gordon D’Arcy previewIn highlights from the Evening Standard’s Rugby Podcast, Lawrence Dallaglio is joined by former Ireland centre, Gordon D’Arcy, to review England’s Six Nations win over the defending champions in a magnificent game at Twickenham, as the pair also look ahead to Super Saturday and the final round of the tournament. Plus Steve Cording and Nick Purewal from the Evening Standard are on hand to debate the predicted ...
McDonald’s hit by ‘technology outage’ in UK, Australia, Japan and China ...Tech & Science DailyMcDonald’s customers in the UK and around the world have been complaining on Friday morning after a number of fast food outlets were unable to serve food due to an IT system outage. To hear this episode in full, search Tech & Science Daily wherever you find your podcasts. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the U...
TikTok CEO appeals to US users, SpaceX loses Starship, Mars volcano ...Tech & Science Daily podcastSpaceX loses Starship, the biggest and most powerful spacecraft ever made. The TikTok chief executive, Shou zi Chew, has appealed directly to US users to oppose the potential ban of the platform in America. McDonald’s hit by huge global outage leaving people unable to order. Also in this episode: Nothing Phone 2a: iPhone challenger breaks record Giant volcano spanning 280 miles discovered...
Duke of Sussex and Prince of Wales avoid each other at event marking Diana's legacyThe Duke of Sussex and Prince of Wales made separate addresses to honour those working to further their mother’s legacy at the Diana Legacy Award. The brothers avoided each other, with William appearing in person for the ceremony and Harry speaking to the young people present afterwards via a livestream. William attended the event at the Science Museum in London on Thursday night and gave a speech to m...
Six Nations Rugby: Lawrence Dallaglio discusses the latest with Gordon D’ArcyLawrence and Steve are joined by former Leinster and Ireland centre Gordon D’Arcy, as they review Saturday’s Six Nations Round 4 contest at Twickenham. Gordon shares his insight into where England most disrupted Ireland’s game plan, which of the men in white had the biggest impact on the field and how the Ireland team will now be preparing against Scotland in a bid to retain the championship title. S...
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak rules out May 2 general electionRishi Sunak has ruled out holding a general election on May 2, when voters are set to go to the polls for the local elections. The Prime Minister has previously been reluctant to make definitive statements about the date of the general election, saying only that his “working assumption” was that it would take place in the second half of the year. But in an interview with ITV News West Country, Mr Sunak definitively ruled ou...
Prince of Wales praises mother Diana’s legacy in speech commemorating charity’s 25th anniversaryThe Prince of Wales has said that his mother taught him that “everyone has the potential to give something back”, as he paid tribute to her at the Diana Legacy Award. William attended the event at the Science Museum in London on Thursday night in person, where he gave a speech to mark the charity’s 25th anniversary. He told the audience that he and his wife, the Princess of Wales,...
Keir Starmer pours cold water on hopes of imminent return of Labour whip to Diane AbbottSir Keir Starmer, while speaking to the media during a visit to the National Theatre on Thursday, said the issue of depriving Diane Abbott of the Labour whip has not been “resolved” as he resisted calls to welcome her back into the party fold. Ms Abbott, who is at the centre of a racism row, has asked the Labour leader to restore her to his party’s parliamentary ranks. Subscribe to the Evening...
Gove names groups to be assessed under government’s new extremism definitionMichael Gove has named five groups he said would be assessed against a new government definition of extremism. The communities secretary told MPs he had concerns about the "Islamist orientation" of three of the organisations. He also named two groups he said promoted a "Neo-Nazi ideology". The new extremism definition applies to, but does not criminalise, groups promoting an ideology based on "violence, hatr...
[Video] Science of happiness: 'Self care industry gives out the wrong message' - Bruce HoodProfessor of developmental psychology at the University of Bristol, Bruce Hood, reveals the secrets to happiness, but explains why it does take work. To hear more search Tech & Science Daily wherever you find your podcasts, or follow this link: lnk.to/x494eZ Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the wor...
Seventeen make history as first K-Pop band to play Glastonbury festival#KPop #korea #seventeen #blackpink #glastonbury #headliners #pyramidstage #festival #uknews #news #viral Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for the latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/LondonEveningStandard/videos Videos, daily editor...
US TikTok ban, SpaceX Mars rocket launch, science of happiness ...Tech and Science Daily podcastUS House passes bill that could ban TikTok nationwide - as platform’s CEO says the move would 'take billions of dollars out of the pockets of creators'. SpaceX to fire up world’s biggest rocket in huge test of Mars ambitions. Professor of developmental psychology at the University of Bristol, Bruce Hood, reveals the secrets to happiness, but explains why it does take work. Also in this ep...
Armed police officer confronts American tourists for heckling member of King's GuardAn armed Metropolitan Police officer has been forced to step in and shut down a group of tourists who had been heckling a British soldier standing guard in London. A video posted TikTok appears to show a group of American tourists filming the soldier and shouting out names, hoping to get a reaction from the Household Cavalry trooper who was standing guard. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit....
Armed police officer confronts American tourists for heckling member of King's Guard#viral #uknews #news #royals #kingsguard #metpolice #London #londonnews #police #tourism #londontourism #royalfamily #soldier Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for the latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/LondonEveningSt...
Foreign powers to be barred from buying British newspapers, Government confirmsForeign governments will be banned from owning UK newspapers and magazines, a minister has confirmed, amid concern over the UAE-backed takeover of the Telegraph. In the face of cross-party pressure and a threatened defeat in the House of Lords, the Government has said it will bring forward an amendment to the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill that would block such deals. The move was prompted b...
UK should see stronger economic growth over course of 2024, says economistChief UK and European economist at Nomura, George Buckley, suggests the 0.2% growth in GDP could mean stronger economic growth over the course of 2024, saying the rise at the start of the year is "encouraging news". Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: ...
Lee Anderson joins Reform UK: Richard Tice reveals former Tory chair has joined right wing partySuspended Tory MP Lee Anderson announced his defection to the Reform party on Monday in a fresh blow to Rishi Sunak’s premiership. The Ashfield MP was stripped of the Conservative Whip last month for making "divisive" and "dangerous" comments about London Mayor Sadiq Khan. Lee Anderson asked if he'll join Reform Party During a press conference announcing he had joined Reform, Mr Anderson ...
Watch: Video captures moment drunk driver caused motorway crashVideo footage captured the moment a drink driver crashed into the back of another car on a motorway, flipping it over and sending it skidding along the fast lane on its roof. Nilen Chauhan, 27, was behind the wheel of a Volkswagen Polo when he slammed into the back of a Mitsubishi L200, flipping the other vehicle over on the A14 at Bar Hill in Cambridgeshire. Its driver survived the collision and was able to walk away. Vid...
Prince of Wales makes first public appearance since edited photo controversyThe Prince of Wales was all smiles at the Commonwealth Day service as he made his first public appearance since his wife admitted to “editing” their Mother’s Day picture. The event celebrating the family of nations is a major fixture in the royal year but has been overshadowed by the Princess of Wales’ statement she manipulated a family photo released on Sunday. The Prince of Wales was all smiles at the...
House of Commons LIVE: Watch as MPs debate live from WestminsterEducation questions in the House of Commons and continuation of the Budget debate. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/LondonEveningStandard/videos Videos, daily editorial and more: https://www.standard...
James Cleverly says Lee Anderson has made a 'real mistake’ in defecting to ReformForeign Secretary James Cleverly has said that Lee Anderson has made a ‘real mistake’ in defecting to Reform as the party will ‘only let in a Labour government’ at the general election to be held later this year. The MP for Ashfield in Nottinghamshire was kicked out of the Conservatives last month in an Islamophobia row. Mr Cleverly was speaking at the Global Fraud Summit at London’s Guildhall ...
Episode 2: The Mayor’s relationship with transport and TfL ...Who Wants to be a London Mayor?This second episode of Who Wants to be a London Mayor? - a special series for The Standard podcast - focusses on transport, from road to rail. ES Magazine deputy editor Hamish MacBain meets a cabbie, rides London’s deepest Tube and hears voters’ commuting concerns. Hamish is joined by black cab driver Suzanne Sullivan, Campaign for Better Transport’s Michael Solomon Williams and a cast of...
M25 Closure: Drivers urged to ignore sat-navs to prevent gridlockDrivers are being urged to ignore satnavs and only follow official diversion routes to prevent causing gridlock during an “unprecedented” closure of the M25 this weekend. National Highways issued the alert as it prepares to close a five-mile stretch of the motorway in Surrey from 9pm on Friday until 6am on Monday. The Government-owned company estimates that drivers who follow signs for diversion routes on A-roads will...
King Charles vows to serve the Commonwealth ‘to the best of my ability’The King has pledged to continue to serve the Commonwealth “to the best of my ability”, in his annual address to the family of nations. Since his cancer diagnosis was announced on February 5, he has postponed all public-facing duties, but is continuing with behind-the-scenes work on his red boxes of state papers and holding some in-person meetings. Charles is receiving regular treatment for an undisclosed fo...
Lee Anderson says Tory Party ‘stifles free speech’ as he defects to ReformLee Anderson accused the Conservative Party of stifling “free speech” by suspending him for widely criticised remarks about London Mayor Sadiq Khan, as he announced his defection to Reform UK. The MP for Ashfield in Nottinghamshire, who was kicked out of the Tories last month over an Islamophobia row, said he found it “unpalatable” that he had been disciplined for “speaking my mind”. During a pres...
Princess of Wales addresses ‘digitally altered’ image ...Tech & Science Daily podcastKate, Princess of Wales, has released a statement after the controversy over an official image of her and her children that was released on Mother's Day. Oscars 2024: The technology big winners. Scientists look for signs of alien technology in a mysterious perfectly synchronised solar system. Also in this episode: Italians forced to cut back on Mediterranean cooking staple olive oil as prices skyroc...
Sadiq Khan reacts to Lee Anderson defection to Reform UK with salvo at Rishi SunakLondon Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched an attack on the Conservatives Party as suspended Tory MP Lee Anderson defected to Reform UK. Mr Anderson announced his defection to the Reform party on Monday in a fresh blow to Rishi Sunak’s premiership. The Ashfield MP was stripped of the Conservative whip last month for making "divisive" and "dangerous" comments about London Mayor Sadiq Khan. Subscribe to the...
Princess Kate personally apologises for confusion as she takes blame for editing pictureThe Princess of Wales has personally apologised for the “confusion” over the digitally altered family photograph released by Kensington Palace. Kate in a statement released on social media said: “Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing. “I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused. I hope everyone cele...
Lee Anderson defects to Reform after being suspended by Tories for 'Islamist' Sadiq Khan commentsSuspended Tory MP Lee Anderson announced his defection to the Reform party on Monday in a fresh blow to Rishi Sunak’s premiership. The Ashfield MP was stripped of the Conservative whip last month for making "divisive" and "dangerous" comments about London Mayor Sadiq Khan. During a press conference announcing he had joined Reform, Mr Anderson doubled down on the remarks. He said: “I ma...
Oscars delayed as pro-Palestinian protest blocked roads outside theatreThe start of the Oscars was delayed by five minutes on Sunday as pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside the award ceremony in Los Angeles. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/LondonEveningSt...
Princess of Wales: Questions raised over editing of official Mother’s Day pictureQuestions have been raised that the first picture of the Princess of Wales to be released after her abdominal surgery may have been manipulated before it was posted on social media by Kensington Palace. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Chec...
#oscars highlights: From red carpet falls to emotional speechesSubscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/LondonEveningStandard/videos Videos, daily editorial and more: https://www.standard.co.uk/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.fb.com/eveningstandard Follow us on Twitter:...
From Oppenheimer to Poor Things, here's who won big at the OscarsOppenheimer swept the Academy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday night, taking home seven statues. The film won seven of its 13 Oscar nominations, including best picture, Cillian Murphy for best actor and Christopher Nolan for best director. Robert Downey Jr also won best supporting actor for his role in Oppenheimer, while Emma Stone took home the statue for best actress for starring in Poor Things. Poor Things sco...
Oscars 2024: #Da’Vine Joy Randolph wins Best Supporting Actress at the #oscarsSubscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/LondonEveningStandard/videos Videos, daily editorial and more: https://www.standard.co.uk/ Like us on Facebook: https://www.fb.com/eveningstandard Foll...
#billieeilish receives standing ovation for #Oscars performance #oscars #academy #barbie #shortsStars have flocked to Los Angeles for the biggest night in Hollywood, the 96th Academy Awards. Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer is heavily tipped for success, with 13 Oscar nominations. However, the blockbuster faces stiff competition in the Best Picture category, with Poor Things, Barbie, Anatomy of a Fall, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, The Holdovers, and The Zone of Interest all vy...
Man arrested after car crashes into gates of Buckingham PalaceA man has been arrested after crashing his vehicle into the gates of Buckingham Palace. Armed officers arrested the man at the scene on suspicion of criminal damage and he was taken to hospital, the Metropolitan Police said. Scotland Yard said his car “collided with the gates” of the royal residence at 2.30am on Saturday. There were no reports of any injuries, a force spokesperson said, adding that inquiries are ongoing...
Labour not able to immediately ‘turn things around’ after election, Shadow chancellor Reeves warnsRachel Reeves said she is “under no illusions” about the scale of the public spending challenge she will face if she becomes chancellor, as she declined to rule out real-term cuts to some departments. The shadow chancellor said she has to be “honest that we’re not going to be able to turn things around straight away”, but said the Labour Party would keep its promises on educat...
Health Secretary challenged over obesity plan by TV chef Hugh Fearnley-WhittingstallHealth Secretary Victoria Atkins has been accused of doing “next to nothing” to tackle obesity in a clash with celebrity chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Ms Atkins insisted she was working on a “prevention strategy” aimed at stopping people from becoming ill, which would cover obesity. She suggested the NHS app could help people take responsibility for their own health. Subscribe to the Evenin...
First photo of Kate since surgery released as the Princess of Wales thanks public for supportThe first picture of the Princess of Wales following her abdominal surgery has been released, as she thanked the public for their support. The photo of Kate and her children, taken by the Prince of Wales in Windsor earlier this week, was posted on social media to mark Mother’s Day. In the post she said: “Thank you for your kind wishes and continued support over the last two months. “Wish...
Charlotte Church among thousands at pro-Palestine march in central LondonCharlotte Church joined thousands of pro-Palestine protesters in central London on Saturday on a march to the US embassy. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on socials: Check out our full video catalog: https://www.youtube.com/c/LondonEveningStandard/videos Videos...
Anthony Joshua says he is looking to build on his second-round knockout win over Francis NgannouAnthony Joshua says he is looking to build on his second-round knockout win over Francis Ngannou. Joshua knocked the former UFC champion out in the second round leaving him requiring oxygen in the ring. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus podcasts and features. Evening Standard on...
Pro-Palestine activist slashes and sprays paint on portrait of politician who paved way for IsraelA pro-Palestinian activist has slashed and sprayed paint on a picture of the British politician who cleared the way for the foundation of modern Israel. Footage shared on X showed a woman defacing the 1914 painting of Lord Arthur Balfour at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge on Friday. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest br...
The Duchess of Sussex says ‘your voice is not small, it just needs to be heard’ during speechThe Duchess of Sussex has encouraged people to use their voice “to advocate for what is right” during a discussion on the importance of representation in media and entertainment. Meghan led a keynote speech on Friday at the SXSW Conference. Subscribe to the Evening Standard: https://bit.ly/Subscribe-to-Evening-Standard for latest breaking news from the UK, US and around the world, plus ...
Prince William hails breakthrough contract won by an Earthshot Prize winner to supply eco-packagingThe Prince of Wales has hailed a breakthrough contract won by an Earthshot Prize winner to supply eco-packaging, which will cut tonnes of waste. William visited the Oval cricket ground, home of Surrey County Cricket Club, to celebrate the achievements of Notpla’s seaweed-based products, and joked about eating pizzas with Prince George during an Ashes test match at the ground. Subscribe ...
Couple tie the knot on Great Western Railway train from Paddington to SwanseaA couple who met on a train, commuted by train to date each other and shared their first kiss on a train have tied the knot in a very similar fashion. Leah Anderson, 38, and Vince Smith, 39, held their entire wedding on board a special Great Western Railway (GWR) train on Friday, which set off from London Paddington station at 12.18pm and took the wedding party all the way to Swansea. Subscribe to the Evening ...
IWD 2024: Celebrating women’s history ...The Standard podcastTo mark International Women’s Day 2024, Becky Laxton-Bass, Company Director of Women of London, takes us on a trip back in time to discuss the pivotal events and pioneering female figures from around the capital that helped shape history. Becky also shares some stories of lesser known groundbreaking women, discusses the dangers of lost stories, and explains why more needs to be done to ensure women’s history is always re...