William Mata
William Mata is a writer for Evening Standard covering news, entertainment and sport. He lives in London and has also written for the Times, Metro and Independent
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William Mata is a writer for Evening Standard covering news, entertainment and sport. He lives in London and has also written for the Times, Metro and Independent
Why do we say ‘white rabbits’ on first of the month?
May 1st is here and a traditional greeting is being heard
What is happening with the rubbish piling up in Birmingham?
Government calls on Unite union to reach a deal with city council after army called in to help with logistics
What is Sadiq Khan doing to revive London's nightlife?
Ministers want to remove ‘red tape’ they believe is hampering the night-time economy — and say they ‘back the British night out’
Why are Easter eggs so expensive?
The seasonal treat has gone up by as much as 50% in some cases – and got smaller – so what are manufacturers up to?
What is happening in Lanzarote and can I cancel my holiday?
Fears around travel to Spanish island ahead of Easter weekend
From Oscars to Big Brother exit: Who is Mickey Rourke?
Star leaves show after making Dance Moms star JoJo Siwa cry
All of the Doctor's recent companions ranked from worst to best
Since the show returned to the BBC in 2005, who have the best companions been?
What are the rules around London busking after Leicester Square ban?
Regulations set to stay the same around borough but may change in the future
All we know about the New York helicopter crash as six die
Top Siemens executive among those to have died in Hudson River tragedy
What is 'blood rain' and could it fall in UK?
Weather warning in Europe for rare effect this week
Productivity experts share how you can apply gym-like routine to work
Can I get more done if I apply my running and gym strategies to my work?
What is a recession? Gordon Brown warns Trump is pushing towards one
‘No more than a narrow window of opportunity remains if we are to prevent an unnecessary global recession,’ warns former prime minister
Which generation are you? The new cohort born in 2025 revealed
Here’s a closer look at some of today’s key generations, from Beta to millennials. Here’s which you belong to
South Korea's court to rule on President Yoon's impeachment
The ruling is expected to be made at 11am on April 4, with TV stations broadcasting the decision live
What time is Donald Trump's 'Liberation Day' press conference?
US president is set to announce sweeping new tariffs, which could have significant repercussions for the UK and the rest of the world
Where in Europe will be hottest this weekend? London braces for heat
London is set to surpass Barcelona and Athens in temperatures in the coming days, as a mini-heatwave brings unseasonably warm weather and wildfire warnings to southern England
World Autism Awareness Day: seven celebrities who have condition
The 18th annual World Autism Awareness Day is part of a month-long UN initiative to ‘increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism and fostering worldwide support’
Who are Val Kilmer's children and was he married?
The American actor died of pneumonia on Monday, having previously been diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014
What is padel tennis and how to get playing in London?
The squash-tennis hybrid is the world’s fastest growing racket sport
What are the charges against Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti?
Legendary football Italian manager could face years in prison if prosecutors get their way
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Who is Livia Tossici-Bolt?
A US official met the protester who has been accused of breaching a ‘buffer zone’ around a Bournemouth abortion clinic