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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
Why reality TV works so well
With so many TV channels and so little time I am discerning in what I watch, writes Graham Bartlett.
National Highways extends A23 restrictions
National Highways is extending temporary traffic restrictions on the A23.
Remembrance Day services and parades to take place across the city
Services, parades and ceremonies are being held across the city to mark this year's Remembrance Day.
See the Lloyds bank branch in Sussex that is set to close this month
The Lloyds branch in East Grinstead will be among the 15 Lloyds branches closing in November.
Ambulance service asks for public support during busy winter season
With the clocks having turned back and with daylight quickly fading, South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) is asking for the public’s support this winter.
Ticehurst Volvo dealer celebrates national award for brand
A Ticehurst Volvo retailer is celebrating after the brand was crowned Manufacturer of the Year in the highly prestigious Leasing.com Awards.
Former BBC chief political correspondent to appear at literary festival
Former BBC Chief Political Correspondent and ITN Political Editor will take part in "An Audience with John Sergeant" on Saturday, November 8.
New Midhurst festival promises a weekend of live music and food
The inaugural Midhurst Jazz, Food and Blues Festival (14–16 November) has unveiled its Festival Fringe.
Dogs Trust pushes for public firework restrictions to aid pets
According to research from Dogs Trust Shoreham, one in five people are negatively impacted by fireworks, and almost all say fireworks cause distress in pets.
Station closure at Rye to help reduce bonfire night incidents
The change has the backing of Rye Bonfire Society and police, who say it will prevent anti-social behaviour from youths travelling in from out of town.
Ambulance team wins top award for infection control app
SECAmb's IPC team at has picked up a prestigious Infection Prevention Society (IPS) Award for Excellence.
Brighton Hospital joins Sussex-wide effort to keep patients active during recovery
Brighton is at the heart of a Sussex-wide project designed to keep hospital patients moving, independent, and engaged during their recovery.
Town’s green spaces win praise in South East in Bloom awards
Haywards Heath is once again celebrating success after winning multiple accolades at the South and South East in Bloom Awards 2025.
Fashion retailer announces the opening of new store
A British clothing brand has announced the opening of a new store in Brighton.
Six-year-old girl inspired by paramedics who saved her life
Six-year-old, Eve Downton from Polegate, aspires to become a paramedic after recently reuniting with some of the 999 heroes who helped save her life.
Cafe brand opens in shopping centre with fresh daily bakes
A popular café-bakery brand has opened its doors in Crawley this week.
Plans revealed for jam-packed festive afternoon in Brighton
Plans have been revealed for a jam-packed afternoon of festive fun in Brighton this December.
Gritters prepped and ready for winter months
As the nights draw in and temperatures begin to drop, Brighton and Hove City Council's winter gritting service is now ready to roll.
Bar plan approved for former Debenhams building
Hastings councillors have approved a licensing bid connected with plans to reopen part of the former Debenhams building.
Parking restrictions caused by long-term roadworks
New parking rules being introduced on Hodshrove Road and Hodshrove Lane.








































