London Standard

The London Evening Standard has published a guide to the best golf betting sites for 2026, reviewing bookmakers and the offers available to golf punters ahead of the new season. The roundup compares odds, bonuses and markets for upcoming tournaments. Interest in golf betting coverage is steady as fans look ahead to next year's majors and events.

Enzo Maresca has provided an update on Erling Haaland's injury status ahead of Manchester City's match against Liverpool, according to the London Evening Standard. The report covers the latest team news around the striker's fitness and what it could mean for City's lineup in the upcoming Premier League fixture.

Blood of My Blood, a challenging debut theatre production examining the legacy of slavery, is drawing attention in London's cultural scene, with the Evening Standard reviewing the work. The play is being noted as a demanding piece that grapples with history's ongoing impact, and early commentary frames it as a significant new voice in British theatre. Further details about the playwright, cast and venue were not immediately available.

The London Evening Standard asks whether the popular bakery Bread Ahead has outgrown its place at Borough Market. The report examines the bakery's rapid expansion and its standing at the famous food market, sparking debate among Londoners about whether its commercial success has come at the cost of the market's artisan character.

A revival of 1990s minimalism is dominating high street fashion in 2026, according to the London Evening Standard. Clean lines, simple silhouettes and neutral palettes from the decade are back in mainstream retail, with the style framed as a reaction to louder trend cycles. Fashion commentators are discussing the revival as one of the defining looks of the season.

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has travelled to Berlin for security discussions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, according to the London Evening Standard. The talks reportedly touched on European security and the war in Ukraine, with Burnham positioning himself on an international stage amid ongoing speculation about his ambitions for the Labour leadership.

London's FTSE 100 rose as falling oil prices eased cost pressures, but defence stocks underperformed the broader market. The Evening Standard reported the move alongside other business news involving minister John Healey. Falling crude is generally welcomed by UK equities, which are heavy consumers rather than producers, while the defence sector cooled after recent gains.

Actor Daniel Craig has purchased the Horseshoe, an 18th-century pub in Clerkenwell, London, which is reputedly haunted. The news, reported by the London Standard, has drawn attention because of the unusual combination of a major film star buying a historic London watering hole with a ghostly reputation. Details about his plans for the property have not been reported.

The UK government has pledged to maintain pressure on Russia following reports of a diesel deal between Donald Trump's administration and Moscow. The announcement came amid ongoing diplomatic tensions over Ukraine, with Volodymyr Zelensky's government closely watching Western policy shifts. The Standard reports the pledge signals London's intent to keep sanctions and pressure in place despite Washington's engagement with Russia.

Tesco has rolled out an AI-powered customer assistant after a trial period, as reported by the London Evening Standard. The supermarket chain follows its European operations and Nectar loyalty programme in adopting the technology, aiming to handle customer queries automatically. The move adds Tesco to the growing list of major retailers deploying generative AI in customer service.

A court has been told that a plot to kill Ann Widdecombe is 'inextricably linked' to an alleged terror plot targeting Nigel Farage, according to the Evening Standard. The case, heard in London, also involves references to Reform and Kemi Badenoch. Details of the charges and the alleged connections between the two plots were laid out in proceedings.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is being offered at its lowest-ever price as part of Amazon's Prime Day deals, according to the London Evening Standard's shopping coverage. The discount on the newly launched console is drawing attention from gamers and deal hunters looking for savings during the sale event.

The fourth episode of Celebrity Traitors 2026 has aired, with new banishments and murders revealed among the celebrity contestants. Coverage from outlets including the London Evening Standard is recapping who has left the game so far, as viewers follow which famous faces remain in contention and how the traitors' identities are holding up.

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi has taken his squad to a training camp in Spain, hoping time away will improve morale, the London Evening Standard reports. The club is using the warm-weather trip as a chance to regroup and strengthen spirit within the squad during a demanding period of the season.

A man named Joshua Kerry has appeared in court accused in connection with an alleged murder plot against former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe and an alleged terror plot targeting Nigel Farage. The case, reported by the London Evening Standard, links both politicians to the same defendant. Details of the charges and the alleged plans remain limited as proceedings begin.

A cricketer accused of rape in Brixton, south London, will not stand trial until 2028, roughly four years after the alleged offence, according to the Standard. The delay is attributed to overwhelmed courts, and the case has drawn attention to growing criminal trial backlogs in England and Wales.

Andy Burnham says a new law will prevent non-compete clauses that 'trap' workers from being used, according to the London Evening Standard. The remarks, tied to his profile as a potential prime ministerial candidate, frame the employment restriction as a barrier to worker mobility that upcoming legislation would stop. The announcement is being discussed in business, law and employment circles.

A comment piece in the London Evening Standard rejects the idea that the capital was a culinary wasteland before its recent food boom, arguing instead that the 1990s sparked a genuine revolution in London restaurants. The writer points to that decade as the moment the city's dining culture began its transformation into what it is today.

Representatives from Sinn Féin and People Before Profit have received letters from the Police Service of Northern Ireland, according to the London Evening Standard. The story is linked to a dispute involving the Orange Order and the DUP in Northern Ireland. The exact contents of the letters and the reason they were sent have not been detailed, and no public reaction from the parties has been reported yet.

The London Standard warns that a polar vortex could drive up energy bills this winter, prompting advice on how households can protect their wallets. The report links cold-weather patterns, including El Niño conditions, to potential spikes in heating costs, and offers practical tips for consumers bracing for higher winter energy prices.

Edward Enninful, the former British Vogue editor, has written an editor's letter introducing the 90s issue of the London Standard, published in his own words. The piece, featured in the paper's culture and fashion coverage, reflects on the decade through his personal perspective. As one of fashion's most prominent figures, Enninful's reflections on the 1990s are drawing attention from readers interested in fashion, media and culture.

A powerful El Niño event, dubbed 'Godzilla' El Niño, is raising questions about how it will affect London's weather, with the Standard consulting experts including the Met Office. The phenomenon, a warming of Pacific Ocean waters, can shift global weather patterns, and forecasters are explaining what consequences, if any, Londoners should expect in the coming months.

The International Monetary Fund says governments should direct cost-of-living support specifically to poorer households rather than broad measures. The advice was reported by the London Evening Standard, with the article also referencing Andy Burnham and the UK Prime Minister, suggesting the guidance is being applied to debates over British economic policy.

The Duke of Sussex was seen in the stands at a rugby union match between Leicester Tigers and Gloucester, according to the London Evening Standard. It is a rare public appearance in the UK for Prince Harry, which has drawn attention given his strained relationship with the royal family and ongoing interest in his visits to Britain. Meghan was not reported to be with him.

Sagal Abdi-Wali has won the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, telling supporters in her victory speech that the constituency 'gave me hope'. The win fills the London seat vacated by a sitting MP, and her address, published in full by the Evening Standard, emphasised gratitude to local voters and her personal connection to the area. Reaction so far has focused on the speech's emotive tone and what the result means for the parties.