Feature: From Enfield to Croydon, the riots led to heartening displays of courage and community spirit right across London. Nick Curtis calls the roll of honour... more
Now that the final stretch of the East London Overground has been finished, there's no excuse for staying in your comfort zone. Jasmine Gardner and Victoria Stewart give a rundown of the treats to be found near its stations ... more
Marc Quinn’s new marble and bronze sculptures of people who have given themselves up to mind-blowing body alterations make for eye-popping viewing.... more
'The 1000' - the Standard's list of the capital's top movers and shakers - is out tomorrow. Here's a preview of 25 bright sparks who make this year's selection for the first time... more
Perhaps we all love getting late-night requests for sex. Jasmine Gardner went to ask drinkers in Hoxton Square whether they would answer a mating call... more
Two streets but a million metaphorical miles away from bustling Hoxton Square, it was no surprise that this sad and depressing back street pub would eventually shut down.
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You Dig the Tunnel, I'll Hide the Soil is an atmospheric, superbly titled, occasionally brilliant group show curated by British writer Harland Miller on the theme of Edgar Allan Poe, says Ben Lewis.... more
The latest Lonely Planet guide to London sings the East End's praises with Nathan Barleyesque clichés about "super-cool Hoxton Square" and "fantastic Brick Lane"... more
Sartorially superlative Swedes The Hives donned their latest monochrome outfits for this 100 Club gig, and proved they remain one of the most entertaining live acts in the world.... more
Jay Jopling's new gallery, sister to the infamous White Cube, is currently housing an exhibition of Gabriel Orozco's work, which fills the new space to full effect.... more
London's modern White Cube gallery, the place Damien Hirst, Tracey Emin and Gilbert and George all call home, is unveiling a second £12 million branch in the West End.... more
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