17 h. ago Dunelm drops price of 'stylish' ice bucket table that 'looks awesome' on patio

'Its sturdy, attractive and does a great job cooling drinks when we are in the garden with friends.'

Politics

18 h. ago This doctor calls LGBTQ+ rights ‘satanic’. He could now undo healthcare for millions

Exclusive: A rightwing activist behind a current supreme court challenge has spent decades railing against ‘homosexual behavior’Steven Hotze, a Republican donor from Texas, has spent decades fighting against LGBTQ+ rights, with campaigns seeking to roll back protections for people he has deemed “termites”, “morally degenerate” and “satanic”.The Houston-area physician is not well-known in mainstream politics, and his efforts targeting queer and trans people have generally been local, with limited impact. Continue reading...

Science

3 d. ago King's Ottawa visit 'will send powerful message to Donald Trump that Canada not for sale'

Canada’s High Commissioner says Charles and Camilla’s visit upcoming visit will ‘reinforce’ the country's sovereignty against threats from US President

Politics

3 d. ago King Charles to send powerful message to Donald Trump with historic visit to Canada

King Charles and Queen Camilla visited Canada House on Trafalgar Square in Central London today ahead of their historic visit to Ottawa next week for the State Opening of Parliament

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6 d. ago Cassie Ventura's husband Alex breaks silence with powerful message amid Diddy trial

Alex Fine has broken his silence on Diddy trial to express his admiration for his wife Cassie Ventura.

Politics

7 d. ago Gérard Depardieu’s conviction was a historic moment for #MeToo in France

The age of impunity is over for male violence against women, say campaigners after the actor was found guilty of sexual assaultWhen Gérard Depardieu, one of France’s biggest cinema stars, was placed on the sex offender register this week after being found guilty of sexually assaulting two women on a film set in 2021, it was a historic moment for the #MeToo movement in the country.“It was a message to all men in power that they are answerable to the courts and can be convicted,” said Catherine Le Magueresse, who represented the European Association Against Violence Towards Women at Work (AVFT) at the trial. “The message is: watch out, the impunity is over.” Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago English test among range of Labour measures to control immigration

Keir Starmer says system ‘will be tightened up’ in all areas, following sharp rise in support for Reform UK in electionsLabour’s immigration shake-up challenges decades of party policyAdults accompanying foreign workers to the UK will be expected to pass an English language test and care homes will be prevented from recruiting staff from abroad as part of a swathe of new measures to be revealed by Keir Starmer to “tighten up” the immigration system.Amid a recent surge in support for Reform UK, the prime minister will say on Monday that overseas arrivals should commit “to learning our language” and will promise to overhaul a “broken system” that encourages businesses to “bring in lower-paid workers”. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago TV BAFTAs 2025: Mr Bates vs The Post Office team's powerful message as show wins big

The producer of Mr Bates vs The Post Office gave a poignant acceptance speech as he took to the stage of the 2025 TV BAFTAs to accept the Best Limited Drama award

Culture

1 week ago Pope Leo XIV makes passionate plea for 'no more war' in powerful message to world leaders

Tens of thousands of people crammed into St Peter’s Square to give Pope Leo XIV a rapturous welcome - as the new pontiff called for 'lasting peace' around the world

Politics

1 week ago Jermain Defoe lauds 'powerful' Harry Kane message after Bundesliga title triumph

Jermain Defoe was delighted to see Harry Kane's release of emotions last weekend as Bayern Munich were crowned Bundesliga champions

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2 w. ago The Standard Partner with Message Heard to power its new audio strategy

The Standard, London’s premier digital source for news, culture and sport is proud to announce an integrated strategic partnership with leading podcast production company Message Heard.

Politics

2 w. ago Oleksandr Usyk challenges Donald Trump with powerful message

The heavyweight star has issued a plea to U.S. President Donald Trump amid the ongoing war between his beloved Ukraine and Russia

Politics

2 w. ago King Charles sends 'timely message' to Prince Harry in balcony 'power move'

King Charles and other members of the Royal Family marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a spectacular flypast on Monday 5 May - and an expert believes it sent a subtle message to Prince Harry

Politics

2 w. ago King Charles' 'power move' on Buckingham Palace balcony is a defiant message to Prince Harry

King Charles and other members of the Royal Family waved to thousands of people from the Buckingham Palace balcony as a Red Arrows flypast continued to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day

Politics

2 w. ago Naomi Campbell sends powerful message to Anna Wintour as she drops out of Met Gala

British supermodel Naomi Campbell has shared a heartfelt message expressing her disappointment at not being able to attend this year's Met Gala, despite being invited.

Politics

2 w. ago King Charles' 'timely message' to Prince Harry after balcony 'power move'

King Charles and the rest of the Royal Family marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a spectacular flypast - something one expert thinks is a subtle message to Prince Harry

Politics

2 w. ago King Charles sends 'timely message' to Prince Harry with Palace balcony 'power move'

King Charles and the rest of the Royal Family marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a spectacular flypast - and one expert believes it sent a subtle message to Prince Harry

Politics

3 w. ago Read King Charles' powerful message to cancer charities in full

The King has shared a moving statement about his cancer battle for the first time, offering words of gratitude to the people and organisations helping over 1,000 newly diagnosed patients every day.

Politics

3 w. ago Spain over the worst, investigating the causes and determined to prevent repeat of massive power blackout, PM says – Europe live

Spain and Portugal electricity services returning to normal after being hit by biggest power cut in recent European history Portuguese power network operator REN denied on Tuesday it was behind a message circulated on social media attributing the massive blackout across the Iberian peninsula to a rare atmospheric event, AFP reported.“REN confirms we did not put out this statement,” spokesperson Bruno Silva told AFP, without giving further details. Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago Hot Chicks review: Powerful play an important message to parents on dangers of drug gangs

Cardiff-born playwright Rebecca Jade Hammond's 75-minute show issues a warning on the dangers for young people in society

Events