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Russia has lost ‘one third’ of its army since invasion began, says UK

The MoD said Russia’s invasion is now behind schedule despite refocusing troops in the east

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Chelsea tragedy: Police name woman killed in car crash with three dogs

A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

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Margaret Thatcher statue egged within hours of being installed

The statue was lowered into place on Sunday morning amid previous threats of ‘egg throwing’.
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Ukrainian commentator celebrates Eurovision win from Kyiv bomb shelter

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5 facts to know about Crossrail: First glimpse of the Elizabeth Line ahead of its May 24 opening

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Liz Truss: UK strongly supportive of Finland and Sweden joining Nato

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Putin’s troops ‘withdrawing from Kharkiv’ amid grinding battle for Ukraine’s east

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Ncuti Gatwa: meet the Rwandan-Scottish actor playing new Time Lord

He fled Rwanda as a refugee, battled racism in Scotland and endured homelessness in London. Now, he’s about to become the star of one of the most beloved TV series of all time. Amy Francombe charts the remarkable rise of the new Doctor

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UK’s best under-the-radar beaches and where to stay

Grab your swimming costume, we’re all going on a (British) summer holiday

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Meet the Boehlys — the new first family of football

After a tumultuous time for the club, Todd Boehly is set to take over at Chelsea. So who is the US sports mogul and will Stamford Bridge ever be the same? By James Robson

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World

Eurovision final: Sam Ryder ignoring ‘hype’ as UK seeks redemption

The 32-year-old singer from Essex said: ‘I just want to do everyone proud, and do the best job I possibly can’

Music

Eurovision odds 2022: Who is the favourite to win this year?

Sam Ryder is the UK’s entry for 2022 - and he might have a chance at the crown

Music

TikTok’s Sam Ryder to represent UK at Eurovision 2022 - will he win?

Can the social media sensation use his powerhouse vocals to avenge the UK’s nul points humiliation?

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How Deborah James captured the heart of the nation

The Londoner has been battling stage four bowel cancer for the last five years. As the podcaster announces she’s receiving end-of-life care, Amy Francombe reports on who she is, her background and the inspiring bravery of the teacher-turned-campaigner

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UK’s best under-the-radar beaches and where to stay

Grab your swimming costume, we’re all going on a (British) summer holiday

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Events and Things To Do

Six last-minute Eurovision parties in London this weekend

Looking for somewhere to get into the Europop mood? Jochan Embley on where to head this weekend

London

Multicoloured foam “tsunami” in Greenwich festival streets this summer

The return of the Greenwich + Docklands International Festival will see art installations and street theatre pizazz

Music

All you need to know about the BST Hyde Park concert series

One of London’s biggest concert series is making its heavy-hitting return

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Vaccine for the World

6 big questions on the global vaccine response, answered

The Evening Standard’s Vaccine For The World project will explore the biggest challenges and solutions ahead in the race to vaccinate the world against Covid-19. Here we outline some of the most pressing issues - and how they could be solved

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David Harewood takes on new role as a vaccine champion in Bangladesh

Returning from a trip to the Bangladeshi highlands, the British actor and Unicef goodwill ambassador is calling on the UK government to do more to protect the world’s poorest against future crises

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How the invasion of Ukraine ended Russia’s Sputnik vaccine hopes

The war in Ukraine has crushed global aspirations for the jab once billed as a ‘vaccine for all mankind’

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Is Queen’s pudding winner the best out there to mark the Jubilee?

Coronation chicken, Victoria sponge, and now... lemon Swiss roll and amaretti trifle?

Tech

Podcast: The man behind historic Milky Way black hole image

Radio astronomy and astroparticle physics expert Heino Falcke is the man behind capturing Sagittarius A*

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The Leader podcast: Sadiq Khan’s plans for London

Our City Hall Editor, Ross Lydall, has been following Sadiq Khan on his American tour

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Inside Adele and Rich Paul’s new £47.6m home in Beverly Hills

Adele and boyfriend Rich Paul have added Sly Stallone’s former Beverly Hills mansion to the singer’s impressive collection.

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A local’s guide to the East End area beloved of priced out Hackneyites

Yelena Ford is managing director of The New Craftsmen, which sells the work of some of Britain’s finest makers. She tells Jess Denham why Leyton’s home

Property News

Frozen in time: a bomb-damaged stable unchanged since 1950s renovation

Unchanged since its post-war renovation, this Putney home is up for sale for the first time in 75 years.

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Goldie: ‘Everything I’ve ever made has come from trauma’

A life that’s featured abuse, Bowie, murder, Abloh and, er, Strictly... It can only be the jungle trailblazer. Richard Godwin shares a spiritual moment

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Susie Lau on the Met gala and life’s truly gilded moments

As the gilded glamour of the Met Gala battled with weighty world issues for her attention, Susie Lau’s thoughts turned to where the true gold in life lies

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Dina Asher-Smith is harder, better, faster, stronger

Dina Asher-Smith is more than the fastest British woman ever. She tells Shannon Mahanty about speaking out on George Floyd, flirting with the fashionistas and daring to bare her muscles

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Google unveils Pixel Watch and previews next flagship smartphones

The tech giant used its I/O developer conference to announce its Apple Watch challenger and offer a preview of its next iPhone rival, the Pixel 7.
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Best formal occasionwear for men

Whether it’s a destination wedding, post-work drinks, or you just want to breathe new life into your wardrobe, we’ve rounded up the best men’s occasionwear for summer

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Best Nintendo Switch deals in the UK for May 2022

Game away to your hearts content with these great nintendo switch deals

Gadgets

Best fall detectors for protecting your near and dear

Alarms and alerts for those prone to taking a fall…