Populist: 26 September - 2 October

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

In the news:

Mother-in-law jokes were banned by Barnet council. Or were they?

Seb Coe defended the decision to re-route the 2012 marathon.

Tottenham's bid for a new stadium was approved by Haringey council, which didn't stop the club from also bidding for the Olympic stadium.

Richard Barnbrook, the BNP's sole representative on the London Assembly, was expelled by the party.

Crossrail promised that the route will go ahead as originally planned, without any stations or branches being cut.

Victoria station was closed due to a mystery smell.

See the News category for more.

Around town:

Help to save the 100 Club and fund the Arcola Theatre's new home.

Are you ready to help claim Britain's first Super Swarm badge?

Classic Eighties satire Yes Prime Minister lights up the Gielgud Theatre.

The link between Harry Potter and Norman Foster was exposed.

Raoul Moat gets his own stage play.

Photomonth takes over east London for the next few weeks.

Explore a vision of hell beneath Waterloo station.

See the Arts & Events and Food & Drink categories for more.