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.
Planners to decide on huge digital advertising display at Airport
Planners will decide whether a huge digital advertising display can be built outside Ronaldsway Airport next week.
Joe Locke walks the red carpet for new film Elsinore
Manx actor Joe Locke has been at a star studded premiere for his new film in London.
Isle of Man Salt Company plans for Port St Mary
A restaurant in Port st Mary will find out if it's worth its salt next week.
Kirsty Amanda Collister elected to Marown Parish Commissioners
Kirsty Amanda Collister has been elected to Marown Parish Commissioners following a by-election.
St Ninian’s playing fields rented out for £10,000 during TT
The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says a Douglas school was paid £10,000 to rent out part of its playing fields during TT.
Hop Tu Naa treat for pumpkin-pickers!
A pick-your-own pumpkin experience is getting ready to reopen for its fifth year.
Angus to take on marathon for horses' home
A man from the Island will be tackling his first marathon in the Netherlands this month - to raise cash for a beloved animal charity.
Aurora over the Island tonight?
The weather may be looking blustery - but if the clouds break there's a chance you'll see the northern lights tonight.
