Sir Keir Starmer accused the Green Party and Reform UK of making “promises they know they can’t keep” as he tried to fend off an unprecedented political squeeze on Labour. In a wide-ranging exclusive interview with The Standard, Sir Keir also: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer visited Golders Green PA Wire On a campaign visit […]
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The Metropolitan Police has announced a community protection team of 100 extra officers to help safeguard the Jewish community amid a wave of antisemitic attacks in London. The force said the new team will initially be “primarily focused on protecting the Jewish community, which faces some of the highest levels of hate crime alongside significant […]
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With thousands of restaurants across the city, working out where to eat in London is no easy task. If you live in the city, you’ll likely have your own neighbourhood favourites, but if you’re keen to try somewhere truly memorable, then there are apparently 26 spots that should be on your radar. This is according […]
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An £11 pint is an abomination. Let’s get that out the way first. Here in the capital, we’ve become used to booze prices that would make non-Londoners’ eyes water – with laughter, mainly. But there’s something about that double-digit threshold that still holds the power to turn stomachs and freeze spines. It goes against everything […]
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A murder investigation has been launched after a shooting at a barbecue in Brixton, south London. Emergency services were called to Coldharbour Lane on Saturday morning after four people were shot. Keanu Taylor, 25, was taken to hospital but has since died. Three others – aged 21, 47 and 70 – were also taken to […]
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The ceasefire between Iran and the US has been shaken by a day of airstrikes which have pushed the enemies back to the brink of war in the Middle East. The United Arab Emirates accused Iran of attacking the country with a barrage of missiles and drones, setting an oil refinery ablaze in Fujairah. Monday’s […]
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The King and Queen thought the White House was “amazing”, Donald Trump has said while noting they have “seen some very nice places”. The US president also said Charles and Camilla had been very impressed with the Oval Office, during their recent state visit. Mr Trump revealed the royal couple’s views as he welcomed small […]
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Sir Keir Starmer is launching an all-out attack on the surge in antisemitism blighting Britain. Warning that British “values” are under threat, he was urging every Londoner and citizens in the rest of the UK to stand up against the rise in hatred. “Last week’s terrorist attack in Golders Green was utterly appalling,” he was […]
Read MorePatrycja Zaras Published May 5, 2026 7:00am Updated May 5, 2026 5:30pm Museums rarely elicit public displays of emotion. They educate, sure; prompt reflection, yes. On a good day, they challenge. But it’s not often that they provoke a physical response. Much to my delight, visitors at the newly opened V&A East Museum were swaying […]
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