The London Standard - January 16, 2025

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January 16, 2025

From flyingwith Cruise to playing Dylan's muse, roles area-changin'for Monica Barbaro

Monica Barbaro has flown fighter jets alongside Tom Cruise and fought baddies for the CIA shoulder-to-shoulder with Arnie.

2 mins

The London MP, her despot aunt and a scandal that won't go away

Tulip Siddiq's close links to a bloodthirsty regime leave her constituents with serious concerns

9 mins

Chelsea swagger: Why SW3 is swinging again

With a wave of red-hot openings, this formerly supercool enclave of south-west London is the place to be once more

6 mins

Blame game begins over the deadly Los Angeles wildfires

“The mayor and city authorities now look likely to face a class-action lawsuit from residents when the fires, already estimated to have caused damage worth $150 billion, finally die down. For now, LA residents will be picking through their ruined homes, worrying about the fate of their friends and neighbours and filing insurance claims.

1 min

Could Trump be the unlikely mastermind of world peace?

The Gaza ceasefire deal is his first win for the 'peace through strength' doctrine

4 mins

Are there too many joggers in London?

Fitness nuts cavorting round our streets are trying to make the rest of us feel bad

4 mins

Everybody's talking about Jamie xx

South London's hottest export on politics, fame, therapy and finally growing up

6 mins

The Regency is dead, longlive the Regency

Was the London of before ever quite real? I only know it has gone: the smog has cleared, there are no chimney sweeps dancing on the rooftops and cockney accents are today confined to either E Pellicci or Guy Ritchie movies.

3 mins

Perfect cocktails for a spirits seance

Nobody but the bartender was in the room when I arrived. There were more than a dozen oil lamps, small, one on each table, and a well-lit fire.

1 min

Timothée Chalametis electrifying as Bob Dylan

You don’t have to be a superfan or a folkie to get thoroughly engrossed in this richly detailed biopic from James Mangold, in which Timothée Chalamet uncannily recreates the young Bob Dylan.

2 mins

Can turmeric put a spring in your step?

Arthritis was not only robbing Jane of the pleasure of her daily dog walks, but also of sound sleep. Until she discovered Food-Grown Organic TurmaForte Turmeric, which has now brought back joy and ease to her daily routine

1 min

New year, new career?

Is there an alternative to the sit-all-day desk job?

2 mins

Advanced prostate care at Sage Urology

Prostate health is crucial for men over 50, with conditions like benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and early prostate cancer being common concerns.

1 min

Rebalance yourself in Copenhagen

Discover handpicked activities in Copenhagen, the wellness capital of 2025.

2 mins

Lake Como & Lugano: your exclusive Alpine escape at Parco San Marco

Where the majestic Alps embrace the serene waters of Lake Como and Lake Lugano, Parco San Marco Hotels & Beach Resort offers a sanctuary of luxury and natural beauty.

1 min

Taking the plunge

Dancing On Ice star Mollie Pearce opens up about training for her toughest challenge yet.

2 mins

Willanthropy -a savvy approach to making a lasting impact

The likes of William Shakespeare, Paul O'Grady and Betty Boothroyd all famously left charitable donations in their Wills, but with tens of thousands of people across the UK now doing the same each year, it's not just an option for those with fame and wealth.

1 min

Invest in US bourbon whiskey

The bourbon boom has been one of the most remarkable stories in the spirits industry over the past decade, with global interest in America's native whiskey showing no signs of slowing.

2 mins

The robots are coming ...but here's how to make AI work for you

Eight out of 10 jobs could be affected by AI. However, CHRIS STOKEL-WALKER discovers the future might be rather rosy

4 mins

I found the Ozempic for smokers. Within aweek, I'd quit

Last November, the NHS announced a miracle cure for smokers: a demo graphic I’ve identified with from the age of 14.

2 mins

Books for Cooks Notting Hill, W11

Books for Cooks. Sharper readers may already have cottoned onto what this shop sells.

4 mins

guide An expert's to London's vintage

From treasure troves in Portobello Road to Battersea car boots, by Teo van den Broeke

4 mins

Chic skiing without slaloming] into the red

Think skiing and you’ll probably picture the millionaires’ playground that is the Alps.

2 mins

Markets in turmoil, zero growth and confidence smashed

It's a depressing picture, but Reeves could turn it around - if she'd listen to London

4 mins

Potter's plan to break the mould at West Ham

New manager gets to work delivering the style and substance that are non-negotiables for Hammers owners

7 mins

Can McCullum's Midas touch turn white-ball sides to gold?

England coach worked miracles with Test team...now he must do it again

3 mins

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