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Lola Christina Alao is a freelance journalist at The Standard where she covers trending news. She also writes features about contemporary culture and lifestyle for titles such as Dazed, Glamour, Refinery 29, and The Face.... MORE

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Lola Christina Alao is a freelance journalist at The Standard where she covers trending news. She also writes features about contemporary culture and lifestyle for titles such as Dazed, Glamour, Refinery 29, and The Face.

<p>Brandon Flowers and The Killers will be playing London’s O2 Arena on the day of the 2024 general election on July 4</p>
Politics

July 4 music and sporting events that clash with the general election

The surprise early election comes amid a busy summer of events, including Euro 2024, Wimbledon, and gigs from music stars such as Paloma Faith

23 May 2024
<p>Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks at a 2024 general election campaign event </p>
Politics

General election 2024: how to find out what constituency you are in

The last general election took place on December 12, 2019, with Boris Johnson and the Tories winning resoundingly

23 May 2024
<p>Rishi Sunak has vowed to fight for every vote at the July 4 general election</p>
Politics

General election 2024: what is purdah and when does it start?

Ministers, civil servants, and local authorities will soon be required to exercise caution in making announcements or decisions that might affect the election campaign

23 May 2024
<p>Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is soaked as he confirms a July 4 general election in a speech outside 10 Downing Street on May 22</p>
Politics

General election 2024: how to vote if you're on holiday on July 4

You must be registered to vote first if you will be overseas on the big day

23 May 2024
<p>People from the most deprived areas and those from Black and south Asian backgrounds are more likely to develop the condition</p>
Health

What is type 2 diabetes? Significant rise among under-40s in UK

New research has revealed a worrying rise in the amount of people diagnosed

22 May 2024
<p>Mr Sunak has announced the date of the general election </p>
Politics

UK general election: when is the next one?

He announced the election date outside Number 10 Downing Street on Wednesday evening.

22 May 2024
<p>The next general election could take place very soon</p>
UK

What are the requirements for voting in the UK?

Voters need to register to be able to take part in the upcoming general election

22 May 2024
<p>Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer at the Backstage Centre on May 16</p>
Politics

What are Labour's 2024 general election policies?

A spokesperson said the policies were a ‘bridge to longer-term plans’

22 May 2024
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Football

When will the final England squad for Euro 2024 be announced?

First, two warm-up friendlies at St James’ Park and Wembley Stadium

22 May 2024
<p>Fred Sirieix will open the Double Stacked Air Fryer Restaurant on London's Southbank</p>
London

Fred Sirieix to open London's air fryer restaurant

The pop-up restaurant is opening for just one day on Thursday, May 23

22 May 2024
<p>From candlelit concerts, to ball pit parties</p>
Music

Taylor Swift-themed London events to get you in the Eras tour spirit

If you didn't manage to get your hands on some tickets, fear not

22 May 2024
<p>GTA 6 is on its way – but PC gamers have a little longer to wait</p>
Gaming

When is GTA 6 coming out? Take-Two earnings report narrows window

Fans can start counting down the days as GTA 6 now has a slightly less tentative launch date

21 May 2024
<p>The rollercoaster has over half a mile of track and is 236ft high</p>
News

When does the new Thorpe Park ride Hyperia open?

The rollercoaster, which is almost ready for the public, is the UK’s tallest and thrill-seekers will exceed 80mph on it

17 May 2024
<p>Since May, Individual Premium subscribers have been paying £11.99, while Family Plans went up to £19.99</p>
Culture

How to sign up to new Spotify Basic plan

Find out how you can save money on Spotify

17 May 2024
<p>Kim Kardashian has lost 3 million followers (Doug Peters/PA)</p>
News

Blockout 2024: Which celebrities are losing followers?

The Blockout movement was sparked by the 2024 Met Gala

17 May 2024
<p>52-year-old James Anderson, who had become a viral sensation during the UK’s cost-of-living crisis </p>
UK

Who is James Anderson, the UK's 'kindest plumber'?

The decision comes after a BBC investigation uncovered that he faked stories of helping people and raised millions in donations

17 May 2024
<p>Funds raised by taxes will be used to help sustain and develop events </p>
UK

Which UK holiday spots are now taxing tourists?

The new UK levy is predicted to generate £12m over the next five years

16 May 2024
<p>In the unreleased song, Eilish sings: “I could eat that girl for lunch / Yeah, she dances on my tongue”</p>
Music

Billie Eilish 'Lunch': What do the lyrics mean?

A snippet of Billie Eilish’s song‘Lunch broke the internet back in April, but what do the lyrics mean?

16 May 2024
<p>The tree at Sycamore Gap, at Hadrian’s Wall near Crag Lough, Northumberland, during the Northern Lights </p>
UK

Sycamore Gap tree: Man pleads not guilty to felling

Famous sycamore is being stored by the National Trust

16 May 2024
<p>Reese Witherspoon in character as Elle Woods with Bruiser the dog</p>
Film

Legally Blonde prequel announced by Reese Witherspoon

‘And all of you are going to get to know her, next year on Prime Video. I'M SO EXCITED!’ Reese Witherspoon said in an Instagram post

15 May 2024
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UK

What is World Bee Day? How to protect bees in 2024

We all depend on the survival of the buzzing insects – here’s how you can bee involved in protecting them

15 May 2024