Populist: November 15 - 21

The week's most popular posts, and a round-up of what's happening around London

In the news:

The confusing situation for Oyster users on National Rail was dissected

A Labour politician found himself in hot water after insulting the Queen Boris' biggest fan demonstrated a keen grasp of Doublethink Plans were revealed for a sunken amphitheatre and reflective pool in the Kings Cross gas holder The rector of Imperial College stood down Mile End station: London's only space / time wormhole?

BNP leader Nick Griffin revealed his plan to stand for Parliament in Barking

West Ham announced a Katy Perry-inspired lingerie range

Around town:

Don that deerstalker and follow in the steps of Sherlock Holmes

Learn all about London's lion Get out and explore the nine best November pubs Hot gigs last week: Rihanna in Brixton and Muse at the O2

Photos showing the hell and redemption of Johnny Cash

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