EXCLUSIVE: Transport for London wants to run trains at least an hour later at the weekend to let people have more fun and to boost the night economy. The proposals have been fast-tracked following the success of the Olympics timetable.
Claire Squires, 30, suffered heart failure a mile from the finish line and died at the scene. An inquest today heard that her death was partly caused by Jack3D, a sports supplement containing the stimulant DMAA that was later banned because of fears over potentially lethal side-effects.
Gemma McCluskie's brother was found guilty of killing her and "cold-bloodedly" dismembering her body.
Jacob Marx, 27, was killed when the metal hoarding from a Camden betting shop collapsed. It emerged today that he was a New Zealand lawyer in London for the trip of a lifetime.
The PM arrived in Algeria today pledging closer security co-operation in the wake of the crisis that claimed the lives of six Britons.
A senior doctors’ leader has branded Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe’s suggestion that all workers should face mandatory drug tests as “nonsense”.
The Kensington home to one of London’s most exotic celebrity party venues is for sale with a price tag of £200 million.
A 19-year-old British woman drowned at a French ski resort in the early hours today after jumping into an outdoor swimming pool.
A report clearing oil giants of ripping off motorists today infuriated consumers and ministers.
The sister of a woman who went missing 18 years ago branded her killer a 'coward'.
The capital's growing diversity was confirmed as figures revealed that more than 100 languages are spoken in virtually every borough.
Thirty years after they clashed in the notoriously dirty Bermondsey by-election, Peter Tatchell and Simon Hughes will tonight mark the anniversary by sharing a platform.
Cabinet minister Ken Clarke broke ranks with David Cameron today to launch a pro-European fightback against the “lies” of Eurosceptics.
The daughter of singer Chrissie Hynde has been arrested after bolting herself to a tree branch in protest at a proposed new road in Sussex.
Female business executives and Army officers could be drafted directly into senior police jobs under Home Office reforms announced today.
Israeli jets bombed a convoy on the Syrian-Lebanese border amid fears that chemical weapons are being smuggled out of the country.
The schoolgirl shot at point blank range by Taliban gunmen will undergo a four-hour operation to rebuild her skull and eardrum which were shattered by the bullet, doctors revealed today.
Meat in Tesco burgers found to contain horse DNA did not come from a list of approved suppliers, the supermarket said today.
The number of people applying to go to university has risen after a sharp drop last year, new figures show.
Almost every current food fashion including 'filth' and skins is strutting its stuff here, courtesy of its new chef, says Fay Maschler. But it's doing it with grace, guile and above all guts.
BlackBerry today unveiled its long-awaited “all touch” smartphone in a desperate bid to win back sales lost to Apple and Samsung. The early verdict? It looks a lot like the iPhone with some definite pluses.
In a frank interview the singer said: "We know what we have now, and we don't want to lose that."
The Formula 1 heiress was so excited to be out on the town last night that she bought champagne for an entire Mayfair nightclub - oh, and the waiting snappers outside.
London Underground map expert Max Roberts has dispensed with Harry Beck's classic design and produced a radically different-looking map.
Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, found out how the other half live by travelling on the Tube today to mark the 150th anniversary of the London Underground
Boris Bunter infamously shared a very expensive pizza with Cameron and Osborne in Davos, while the rest of us looked on hungrily from Austerity Island. Now it emerges that one of them forgot to pay his share...
After being stung by criticism of her "live" performance at Barack Obama's inauguration, Beyoncé has been rehearsing non-stop for the Super Bowl on Sunday night.
Louis Vuitton's bold but flattering checks have made an instant transition from catwalk to red carpet.
Henry Hitchings reviews Quartermaine's Terms, starring Rowan Atkinson in his return to "straight theatre".
Brigitte Bardot, Twiggy, Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe, Marlon Brando: they were all in London at some point, and the Evening Standard was there to document the moment. Take an exclusive peek into our archive of pictures of the celebrities of the not so distant past.
Bye bye Mr Bean: Rowan Atkinson bounces back to theatre as a student at the school of life
Manager backing Ramsey to thrive in new anchorman role at Emirates tonight
The London Evening Standard today announced the launch of a new app, one of the first applications designed for the new BlackBerry® 10 OS.
Former Pitt Cue Co chef's cooking flies in Islington, says Fay Maschler
Actress Lindsay Lohan was warned she faced going to prison today when she appeared in a Los Angeles court on charges over a car crash.
The announcement by the International Development Secretary, Justine Greening, that Britain will commit an extra £50 million in humanitarian aid to Syria comes on another grim day in the country’s civil war.
The star-studded Altitude Comedy Festival is just the ticket for skiers with a sense of humour. Bruce Dessau looks back in laughter at last year’s event
Swinging London, last time round: the stars of yesteryear as snapped by the Standard
Arsene Wenger puts his faith in Arsenal’s Mr Adaptable 
Census data shows 100 different languages spoken in almost every London borough 
To mark the Amoy UK Tour - Inspiring British taste buds with authentic Asian flavours.
To commemorate its landmark birthday, 150 people have been selected to share their unique experiences. Read their stories here.
KOOZA, the stunning new show comes to London in January. Book now.
Check out the cool stuff happening under our tent such as the hottest gigs, comedy, sport, films, clubs, bars, restaurants and much more.
Is gentrification killing Brixton Market? 
Meriendas are the new tapas 
Growth Capital: Duo who help busy workers in the City get a fashion fix 
Tsunami orphans who got back on their feet with flip flop business 
Artist Stephen Wiltshire draws London view from memory after one trip up the Shard 
