In this week’s issue of #TheLondonStandard, we talk to Alex Hassell about Rivals, raunch and romance.
The actor says playing lothario Rupert Campbell-Black in the Disney+ adaption of Jilly Cooper’s ‘bonkbuster’ book is helping to heal his bullied teenage self.
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Ahead of anticipated chaos in central London, video journalist Luke Reevey takes you through everything we know about the Tommy Robinson-led Unite the Kingdom rally and Nakba 78 counter-demo taking place on Saturday (16 May).
The King tried his hand at DJing during a Buckingham Palace garden party celebrating 50 years of The King’s Trust on Thursday (14 May).
Charles met celebrities like Ant & Dec, Dynamo, Carl Cox, and Idris Elba, among others.
The Princess of Wales has revealed she follows the environmental philosophy of an unlikely figure – Bob the Builder.
Kate described how her family adhere to the tenets of the popular animated workman, during a visit to an Italian project re-using industrial surplus on Thursday (14 May).
A brand new Tube announcement has been rolled out, featuring the voice of Dame Tracey Emin.
The artist lent her voice to TfL to mark Priority Seating Week, raising awareness of hidden disabilities and urging commuters to give up their seat to those who may need it more.
To find out more about Colostomy UK and the support they offer to anyone impacted by stoma surgery visit
Sir Rod Stewart congratulated the King on his state visit to the US and for "putting that little ratbag in his place", seemingly in reference to President Donald Trump.
The pair met at a King's Trust Celebration at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Monday (11 May).
London’s bus and tram Hopper fare is being extended over the summer to include unlimited journeys per day on weekends.
The Standard’s video journalist @luke_reevey takes you through the key details.
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The London Standard spoke exclusively to Nigel Farage, Zack Polanski, Sir Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch, and Sir Ed Davey to see how their respective party’s policy will address Londoner’s main concerns.
Polling stations are open for millions across the capital to elect councillors in 32 London boroughs.
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Rebecca Lucy Taylor is storming the West End in a play that deals with the music industry’s treatment of women. But she had already confronted the reality of the business as Self Esteem.
In this week’s London Standard, we talk to the award-winning, festival-headlining pop star about booze, double standards, and getting her mojo back.
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The AXA Startup Angel competition, in partnership with @thelondonstandard , is back for another year! 📣
Two of this year’s judges @raphaelsofoluke and @izzy.obeng spoke to The Standard podcast about the business landscape for SMEs in 2026. They also share what they are looking for in entries to the AXA Startup Angel competition, which offers two aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to win prizes including:
💸 £25,000 cash prize
🤝 Mentoring from our AXA Startup Angels
🔒 1 year of AXA business insurance
🧠 Access to a mental health and resilience webinar hosted by AXA Health and 50% off an AXA Health policy for your business
To listen to the podcast in full 👉 visit https://bit.ly/AXAStartupAngel
T&Cs apply. Entry deadline 21 June 2026.
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In this week’s issue of #TheLondonStandard, we look at the rise of London’s most important band: Ezra Collective. The Mercury- and Brit-winning group talk to James Hall about harnessing youth, venue inflation, and their big plans for the future
PLUS - unchecked wealth in the capital, marathon addictions and a £100 nap
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Cover: Sergio Pontier
