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Anthony Joshua Released From Hospital In Nigeria After Car Crash
Boxer Anthony Joshua has been released from hospital in Nigeria after the crash in which two of his friends died, authorities have said..
Mayor Of London Says Capitals New Year Celebrations Greatest In The World
Sir Sadiq Khan has hailed London’s New Year celebrations as the “greatest in the world” after 100,000 people lined the banks of the River Thames to welcome 2026 with the capital’s largest fireworks display..
Snowfall Expected Across Much Of UK With New Warnings Issued
Snowfall is expected across much of the UK in a chilly start to the new year, forecasters have said..
Snowfall Expected Across Much Of UK With New Warnings Issued
Snowfall is expected across much of the UK in a chilly start to the new year, forecasters have said..
One Pub A Day Shut For Good In 2025 As Cost Pressures Bite
One pub shut its doors for good each day in 2025 as cost pressures continued to weigh on the sector, according to new figures..
Passengers Warned Of More Delays As Eurostar Services Resume
Eurostar passengers have been warned that continued delays and cancellations are possible, despite the resumption of services after a power outage in the Channel Tunnel..
Household Energy Bills To Rise As Snow And Gales Forecast
Many households’ energy bills are to rise on Thursday, just as a swathe of cold health alerts have been issued for large areas of the UK..
Former X Factor Contestant Chico Pleads Not Guilty To Drink Driving
Former X Factor contestant Chico has appeared in court and pleaded not guilty to drink-driving..
Eurostar Services To Resume As Passengers Advised To Postpone Their Journey
Eurostar services are expected to resume later on Tuesday after an earlier power failure saw the Channel Tunnel closed..
Eurostar Services To Resume As Passengers Advised To Postpone Their Journey
Eurostar services are expected to resume later on Tuesday after an earlier power failure saw the Channel Tunnel closed..
Former X Factor Contestant Chico Pleads Not Guilty To Drink Driving
Former X Factor contestant Chico has appeared in court and pleaded not guilty to drink-driving..
All Eurostar Services To And From London St Pancras On Tuesday Have Been Cancelled The Rail Operator Has Told Passengers
Eurostar has told passengers not to travel because of disruption in the Channel Tunnel..
Eurostar Passengers Told Not To Travel Amid Channel Tunnel Disruption
Eurostar has told passengers not to travel because of disruption in the Channel Tunnel..
Crystal Palace Agree 35million Fee With Tottenham For Brennan Johnson
Crystal Palace have reached an agreement with Tottenham over a £35million fee to sign Brennan Johnson, but the Wales international is yet to make his mind up over the move..
Warm Weather Hit Sees Octopus Slump To Annual Loss
Octopus Energy Group has swung to a hefty annual loss as it revealed a hit of more than £100 million from lower energy demand due to warmer weather..
Beyonce Becomes Latest Music Star To Become A Billionaire Says Forbes
Beyonce has been declared a billionaire by Forbes, and has become the fifth musician to join its list of the world’s wealthiest people..
Trumps Tariffs And Soaring Wage Costs Ensure Rocky Year For UK Economy
Households and businesses have endured a bumpy ride over 2025 as the impact of tax hikes and US President Donald Trump’s trade war weighed on the economy, but another slew of interest rate cuts helped cushion the blow..
Police Bid To Trace Two Men After Pedestrian Killed In Car Crash
Police are attempting to trace two men in connection with a fatal collision between a car and a pedestrian..
To MBE To You Honour A Wonderful Shock For Chuckle Brother Paul Elliott
Paul Elliott, known as one half of the Chuckle Brothers, has said finding out he is being made an MBE in the New Year Honours list is “probably the best shock” of his life..
Jayne Torvill And Christopher Dean Become Dame And Knight In New Year Honours
Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have been awarded a damehood and a knighthood in the New Year Honours..
Local News
Road remains closed hours after serious crash
The B2112 is closed following a serious crash.
Helicopter lands on beach after swimmer gets into difficulty
A helicopter landed on the beach as part of a rescue operation after a swimmer got into difficulty.
Five taken to hospital following house fire
Five people have been taken to hospital following a major fire at a property this morning.
Meet the Brighton retired police detective taking part in series 4 of The Traitors
Popular BBC show The Traitors is heading into its fourth series, hot off the success of the Celebrity Traitors spinoff, won by comedian Alan Carr.
Snow and ice to hit Sussex as Met Office issues yellow weather warning
A yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been issued across much of England, including Sussex, from midnight until 12pm on Friday, January 2.
Club issues statement as national chain enters administration
Sussex County Cricket Club, operators of Sixes Social Cricket in Hove, have issued a statement after the national chain went into administration.
Young people invited to join growing Scout group with adventure focus
The Wyrd Explorer Scout Unit is inviting young people to join its growing unit.
Month of celebrations brings joy and sparkle to care home community
Hazel Lodge, a Barchester care home in Battle, has welcomed residents, families and the community to enjoy seasonal activities throughout December.
The lucky Sussex postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery in December
Several streets in Sussex are thanking their lucky stars after winning in the People's Postcode Lottery in December.
Wahaca kicks off the new year with fresh tacos, pozole and cocktails
A Mexican restaurant is welcoming the new year with a seasonal twist on its menu.
Oil-heated households urged to have their say on future home heating
Oil heated households in East Sussex are urged to submit their views on how their homes should be heated in the future as part of a new government consultation.
Group of youths apprehended whilst fleeing during police shoplifting crackdown
High-visibility and plain clothes police operations in Bexhill, East Sussex, led to a sharp drop in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, Sussex Police say.
Blur's Alex James reminisces on time in the city ahead of UK tour
A Britpop star has reminisced on his time in the city ahead of bringing a new tour to the south coast.
Plans for 92 new homes set to be decided
Plans to build 92 homes in Broadbridge Heath are to be considered by Horsham District Council.
This tiny village is packed with history - including the smallest house in Sussex
Have you ever wondered what the smallest house in Sussex is? The tiny village of Northiam, in the Rother district of East Sussex, has the answer.
Plans to alter coastal defences
Plans to make changes to coastal defences at Apuldram Meadow to create a saltmarsh habitat have been submitted to Chichester District Council.
Inside city's unique animal rescue centre home to hundreds of creatures
Take a look around the city’s RSPCA animal rescue centre that is unlike any other in the country.
Protest against golf club closure to make way for new homes
Campaigners will gather in the New Year to protest Homes England’s decision to close Ifield Golf Club.
Volunteer assaulted when leaving exhibition which was cancelled from city venue
A man was assaulted after volunteering at an art exhibition which had previously been cancelled from a city venue.
Restaurant under fire for lunch 'chaos' as customers slam Christmas Day service
SIX restaurant in Brighton has been heavily criticised by customers who reported a chaotic service that left people waiting to be seated for over an hour.








































