Rachael Davies
Rachael Davies is a freelance writer for Evening Standard, specialising in tech and entertainment. She has also written for Lonely Planet, Metro, National Geographic, and Brick Fanatics.
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Rachael Davies is a freelance writer for Evening Standard, specialising in tech and entertainment. She has also written for Lonely Planet, Metro, National Geographic, and Brick Fanatics.
How to sleep in a heatwave: 10 tips to cool down at night
Struggling in the hot weather? Here are 10 expert-backed tips to cool down your bedroom, lower your body temperature, and sleep well during the heatwave
David Attenborough at 100: Who are his family and what do they do?
David Attenborough is a household name across the UK and around the world for his nature documentaries and activism work, but less is known about his family life
Why do we say ‘white rabbits’ on first of the month?
May 1st is here and a traditional greeting is being heard
How to ace a marathon, according to London's most seasoned runners
From nutrition to strength training and getting the right trainers, there’s a lot to think about. We asked the pros to break it down so you can smash your next 26.2 miles
Are Kanye West and Bianca Censori together?
Here’s a breakdown of everything we know about West and Censori’s relationship status:
What has Keir Starmer achieved since he became prime minister?
The Labour leader and his party have disappointed many supporters since coming to power - but what was he achieved?
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni: Timeline of It Ends With Us dispute
Allegations have been flying about in the conflict, which features multiple legal cases, so we have broken them all down for you
Why does Donald Trump want to buy Greenland?
Donald Trump has announced “the framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland”
What are the UK's family and work visa rules?
The Government announced its new strategy in December 2023 - but is it about to change again?
How do weight-loss drugs work and what are the side effects?
New research suggests that those who come off weight-loss injections can regain their lost pounds four times faster than those who use more conventional methods
Former Green Party leader draws laughter for Minsk faux pas
Former Green Party co-leader Carla Denyer has been mocked for a geography faux par on University Challenge.
Nine out of 10 car thefts in London are unsolved
The Liberal Democrats have called for action to be taken to tackle car thefts
Latest Tube and train updates after snow falls on capital
Several Tube and Overground lines are disrupted due to planned closures over the Christmas and New Year period
Celebrity deaths of 2025: Remembering influential figures we lost
A host of big names have passed away this year. Evening Standard reflects on some of the stars we’ve lost
All the major cyber attacks in the UK this year: Are they on the rise?
British companies have toppled like dominoes at the hands of cyber criminals. What happened and are these attacks the new norm?
New York Times Games Wrapped: See your year in Wordle data
Joining the deluge of other ‘Wraps’ from companies and apps across the world, the New York Times is offering a summary of your Year in Games.
Which trains run on Boxing Day? One route continues its London service
Transport for London and National Rail services around and through the capital will be interrupted during the festive period
Last dates to send post for Christmas by Royal Mail, Evri and more
Plan ahead this Christmas with our full guide to the final posting dates for 2025.
Why are plane crashes on the rise in 2025?
Concerns grow as aviation incidents seem to rise in 2025, with experts analysing the reasons behind recent plane crashes
Beloved London Wetherspoon to return under new management
The east London pub shut its doors for good last month but is set to return as a free house