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.
Government unveils Food & Drink Festival replacement
Business Isle of Man says a new event called the Big Manx Feast will replace the Island's Food and Drink Festival next year.
Company "wants to leave Onchan Raceway", commissioners told
Onchan commissioners say they don't want to buy assets belonging to the company running the town's raceway.
Charity footy tournaments for Rebecca House
A series of football tournaments around the Island will raise cash for charity this month.
Church wedding and funeral fees set to rise
Getting married in church could be about to get more expensive.
Airport warns wrapped gifts might have to be opened at security
Don't take wrapped presents through airport security - in case they need to be inspected.
Southern charities can apply for grants from this week
From this week charities in the south of the Island can apply for funding from a scheme involving the civic amenity site.
New Irish Sea windfarm gets go-ahead from UK government
A huge new windfarm between the Isle of Man and Liverpool has been given the green light by the UK government.
Will cloud clear to give Northern Lights show?
The Isle of Man could be getting a spectacular light show tomorrow night!
