Megan Howe

📢Some personal news 📢 Today marks my second-to-last day @MailOnline after 1 year and 3 months on the newsdesk. I'm excited to announce that I will be joining the team @theLDNstandard as a News Reporter, covering all the happenings across London. Here's to a new chapter!

Urgent #journorequest. I am looking to speak to aviation experts who can comment on the devastating story developing today of the Air India plane crash. Please email [email protected] if you're able to comment. Fast turnaround. #prrequest #PR #journorequests

I’m covering the @theLDNstandard live blog for Oasis’ much-anticipated return to Wembley tomorrow. If you’re attending the concert or putting on an event in London - get in touch! Email [email protected] #PR #journoquest

Hi! My inbox is open to London-based pitches for @theLDNstandard. If you have a story to share and would like to chat to a reporter, please email [email protected] #journorequest #pr #Journalist

Twenty years since the deadliest single act of terrorism was carried out in the UK, and the effects of that tragic day still linger. 'You don’t get over something like that, you just get used to it. It’s kind of like scar tissue.' standard.co.uk/news/london/lo…

Morning! I'm looking to speak to any Brits caught up in the wildfires in Crete for an article @theLDNstandard Please email me at [email protected] or drop me a dm if you're happy to chat. I hope you're staying safe! #journorequests #prrequest

Hi! I'm looking to speak to anyone avoiding popular holiday destinations this year such as southern Spain, France, or Portugal because of the heat/ wildfire risk. If you're happy to chat please drop me a dm or an email at [email protected]. #journorequest #PRrequest

Morning! Looking to speak to anyone who has had their Eurostar train cancelled today. Please email [email protected] #journoquest

Chloë Adlerstein, 32, who has an inherited blood disorder has urged people to come forward and give blood, as national supplies reach “critically low” levels. “I am at the mercy of people who go and give blood.” standard.co.uk/news/london/bl…

EXCL: Protests over plans for a China “super embassy” have cost police almost £350,000 over just two days, with the force saying that “increased demand comes with inherent cost.” standard.co.uk/news/london/ch…

EXCL: Londoners overwhelmingly support plans to upgrade and extend the Bakerloo Line, a new survey shows. A staggering 89% of businesses across the capital support the proposals, alongside 76% of residents. standard.co.uk/news/transport…

More than 455,000 emergency food parcels were distributed by food banks in London in the past year — a 123 per cent increase compared to pre-Covid levels. standard.co.uk/news/london/fo…

Hello! I'm looking to speak to any Brits/Londoners in Spain and Portugal amid the huge power outage. Are you stuck at an airport or train station? If you're free for a chat please drop me a dm or email at [email protected]. #journorequest #PRrequest

A little review of @LDN_Museum’s new exhibition Secrets of the Thames for @theLDNstandard. Give it a read below! standard.co.uk/culture/secret…

EXCL: The family of Aalia Mahomed, 20, who was killed on March 18 after being hit by a van near the Strand, have paid tribute to a "bright", "positive" young woman. “Losing her feels like losing a best friend and a companion, as well as a daughter.” standard.co.uk/news/london/fa…

Hundreds of people attended a vigil to honour 20-year-old Aalia Mahomed yesterday. Dressed in her favourite colour, they lay flowers and held a one minute silence. Aalia was tragically killed when she was hit by a van off The Strand last week. standard.co.uk/news/london/mo…

EXCL: Wildlife campaigners fear there is a “growing culture” of bird killings in the capital, as catapult attacks surge. Wildlife campaigners rage at surge in catapult attacks on waterfowl at London beauty spots | The Standard standard.co.uk/news/london/wi…

I'm covering the Heathrow Airport power outage this afternoon for @theLDNstandard. If you've been affected by the closure or know someone who has, please do get in touch at [email protected]. #Heathrow #HeathrowAirport standard.co.uk/news/transport…

EXCL: Olympic diver Noah Williams is taking on @LondonMarathon this year in aid of @GOSHCharity after doctors saved his sister’s life. standard.co.uk/news/london/te…

EXCL: Westminster City Council is prioritising women’s safety as part of its new initiative to enhance London’s nightlife, adopting a zero-tolerance stance on sexually inappropriate and predatory behaviour. standard.co.uk/news/london/wo…

Schools across the UK are ditching the costumes for #worldbookday2025 to help cut the costs for families. I spoke to teachers who are taking a more flexible approach. "Dressing up is expensive, a pressure for parents and creates a barrier to reading." standard.co.uk/news/london/wo…