The UK will go to the polls on July 4, in an attempt to upstage the Island's National Day.
Rishi Sunak made the announcement this evening outside 10 Downing Street.
He'd been promising a general election in the second half of this year.
Tynwald Day celebrations will get underway in St Johns on July 5.
No alien warlord standing in Onchan election after deadline passes
A galactic warrior with a bin for a face won't be contesting their year's general election after all.
Race organisation contacts police over social posts
Andreas Racing Association says it's contacted police following comments about it on social media.
Teaching union asks candidates to sign education pledge
A teaching union is calling on general election candidates to sign a manifesto pledge in support of the Island's education system.
Park day cancelled
A huge fun day planned for Onchan this weekend has been called off.
Most FOI requests from non residents, say Commissioners
Castletown Commissioners have released figures showing most Freedom of Information requests they receive are from outside the town.
Police launch "egg gate" investigation
Police in the west of the Island have launched an investigation after a spat of eggings in Peel.
Bee Gee pays tribute to Dolly Parton
Bee Gee singer Barry Gibb has paid an emotional tribute to Dolly Parton on social media.
Paths open after WWII ammo scare
Footpaths in the south of the Island have reopened after unexploded World War II ammo was found yesterday.
