William Mata

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William Mata is a writer for The 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 The Standard covering news, entertainment and sport. He lives in London and has also written for the Times, Metro and Independent

UK

Nationwide cashback: Are you eligible for £750 return?

The Mortgage Works reveals plans to roll out new buy-to-let products that come with a free valuation and a generous cashback

17 Apr 2025
TV

The complete list of Blue Peter presenters

Show has been running for 67 years but will no longer be live

24 Mar 2025
Sleep solves everything
UK

When does it get light in 2025 and why do clocks change?

Get ready for longer days as we spring forward into British Summer Time

24 Mar 2025
Showbiz

Who has Tiger Woods dated over the years

Golfer shares pictures with new girlfriend – a member of the Trump clan

24 Mar 2025
A man on a beach holds a reusable coffee cup
London

Has London fallen out of love with reusable coffee cups?

Blue Planet II buzz dipped during pandemic but customers ‘need more incentive’ to bring back reusable cups

24 Mar 2025
MEATliquor and BLOODsports are giving away the burgers and pints
UK

Burger chain giving away a meal for people stranded in Heathrow chaos

Hangry passengers can at least get a meal and a pint at this chain

21 Mar 2025
67th Annual GRAMMY Awards - Pre-GRAMMY Gala & GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Jody Gerson - Inside
Music

LIDO, Wide Awake and City Splash: A guide to London's day festivals

Sabrina Carpenter announced as replacement for Hugh Jackman’s date at BST Hyde Park

21 Mar 2025
teso shelf with Pot Noodle
UK

Tesco adds fan favourite item to Meal Deal

Supermarket adds fan favourite to its selection – and as a side!

21 Mar 2025
Comp of Elsie Hewitt and Pete Davidson
Showbiz

Who is Pete Davidson's new girlfriend Elsie Hewitt?

Comedian and model spotted together in Florida and are said to be an item

21 Mar 2025
US Politics

What are all the executive orders Donald Trump has signed?

The latest move to reduce the scope of the federal government will face opposition in Congress

21 Mar 2025
FILE PHOTO: A general view Heathrow Airport near London
Transport

Why is Heathrow Airport closed on Friday?

Airport experts liken events to a ‘contained version of 9/11’ and say it will take days for flights to return to normal

21 Mar 2025
Red paint on homes in Chingford Road, Walthamstow
London

Police probe as red paint found daubed on homes in London

‘We thought the red paint was blood’, resident says

21 Mar 2025
Athletics

How to watch the World Indoor Athletics Championships 2025

Molly Caudery and Jeremiah Azu eyeing podium as world’s stars come to China

20 Mar 2025
m25 closure Heathrow
Transport

M25 closures: Upcoming roadwork plans and alternative routes

A major section of the M25 is scheduled to close due to an ongoing bridge demolition project

20 Mar 2025
Jamie Laing and his wife Sophie Habboo
Showbiz

How to follow Jamie Laing's ultra marathons for Comic Relief

Radio 1 presenters sets off from Market Harborough on gruelling third day of running

20 Mar 2025
Rachel Zegler as Snow White
Film

How Disney is trying to save Snow White amid bad reviews and drama

Gal Gadot and Rachel Zegler are doing some heavy lifting on social media to keep film on track

20 Mar 2025
Education

What are Labour's plans to 'totally reform' schools?

Commons approves Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill – to mixed reviews from education experts

20 Mar 2025
Politics

What is required to get a UK Skilled Worker visa?

Spike in applicants suggests confusion around visa type, National Audit Office finds

20 Mar 2025
World

What are the world's most expensive dog breeds?

‘Wolfdog’ Cadabomb Okami bought by legendary Indian breeder

19 Mar 2025
UK

What is brain rot and how is it impacting you?

TikTok inspires 19th century term’s surprising comeback

19 Mar 2025
UK

Topshop and Topman hint at high-street return

Former high-street favourites tease a possible return to physical stores as mysterious Instagram posts spark excitement among fans

19 Mar 2025