Sian Baldwin

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Sian Baldwin is a freelance journalist at the Evening Standard. She covers trending news, sports and crime and has previously worked for The Sun, The Sunday Mirror and the Daily Star

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Sian Baldwin is a freelance journalist at the Evening Standard. She covers trending news, sports and crime and has previously worked for The Sun, The Sunday Mirror and the Daily Star

Politics

What does the State Opening of Parliament involve and why?

A day of pomp and ceremony awaits in Westminster, this year taking place against the backdrop of a tumultuous week for Sir Keir Starmer and his Government

12 May 2026
Members of the public touch the maypole, during the Beltane celebrations at Glastonbury Chalice Well
UK

May Day: history, traditions and why it’s celebrated

From a celebration that’s thousands of years old to a workers’ day of protest, here’s everything to know about May Day

1 May 2026
World

What is the Chagos Islands deal? Proposals fall apart at the 11th hour

Everything you need to know about the Chagos Islands deal

13 Apr 2026
Trump White House Easter Egg Roll
World

What is the White House Easter Egg Roll?

Countries around the world have different traditions for easter, but what do America do?

6 Apr 2026
UK

Chocolatiers make the world's largest mini egg

A very egg-citing creation has been made at Cadbury’s

2 Apr 2026
UK

Full list of supermarket opening hours over Easter

Don’t want to get caught short this Easter, read on to find out where you can grab your favourite foods...

2 Apr 2026
The White House and gardens with US flag flying
World

White House renovations: What exactly is Trump changing?

Donald Trump’s plan to build a new ballroom got under way last month

1 Apr 2026
UK

What is the car finance compensation scheme and who is eligible?

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said it is launching a £7.5 billion compensation scheme to give cash back to Britons impacted by unfair car loans

31 Mar 2026
Pink supermoon over stonehenge
UK

What is a Pink Moon? The April full moon and how to see

The first full moon of the year is coming very soon

31 Mar 2026
Celine Dion performing on stage
Health

What is Stiff Person Syndrome? As Céline Dion announces her comeback

The singer has announced her first full-length concert tour since she went public with her diagnosis

31 Mar 2026
UK

Covid Cicada variant: Everything we know

The strain, called BA.3.2, was first identified in South Africa in November 2024 and has now been detected in at least 23 countries.

30 Mar 2026
News

England footballer Missy Bo Kearns announces she has lost a baby

England midfielder Missy Bo Kearns has shared the devastating news that she and her partner, Luton Town midfielder Liam Walsh, have lost their baby during pregnancy.

30 Mar 2026
UK

Who is Richard Keys? Presenter defends controversial marriage

The former Sky Sports presenter has defended his long-term marriage to Lucie Rose, who is half his age

30 Mar 2026
TV

Comic Relief 2026: when is it on, who is on, what to look forward to

A favourite Red Nose will be brought back from each decade as Comic Relief celebrates 40 years

20 Mar 2026
News

Meet the Peltzes: the vast wealth of Brooklyn’s billionaire in-laws

Brooklyn Beckham may be estranged from his famous family, but he has married into another powerful dynasty – the billionaire Peltz family

16 Mar 2026
iran protest
London

What's happening with the Al Quds protest in London?

Protesters and counter-protesters will be separated by the Thames amid fears of violence at the demonstrations on Sunday

13 Mar 2026
lord peter mandelson
Politics

Who is Peter Mandelson?The Labour grandee who was Epstein's 'best pal'

From Young Communist League member who sold the Morning Star outside Kilburn Tube Station to Tony Blair’s ‘Prince of Darkness’

12 Mar 2026
UK

What is the Holi Festival of Colours?

What is the festival, when is it, and where can I celebrate in London today?

4 Mar 2026
UK

Amazon and eBay recall children toy due to asbestos contamination

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) issued an urgent warning about the popular kids toy loved by kids who love to craft

3 Mar 2026
London

Sadiq Khan vs Donald Trump: All you need to know about the feud

In the latest saga of Sadiq Khan and Donald Trump’s decade long feud, the US leader continued name calling at the London mayor

3 Mar 2026
UK

Sarah Everard vigil tonight - everything you need to know

Those wanting to remember the woman killed by a serving Met Police officer will be able to do so in a remembrance event taking place this evening.

3 Mar 2026