National News
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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
Eastbourne women launch support group to tackle menopause silence
Two local women, Anna and Amy, have launched the Eastbourne Menopause Support Group.
Watch: Padel Peeps host Breast Cancer Awareness charity padel tournament
Brighton-based company Padel Peeps ran a charity padel tournament to raise awareness for Breast Cancer now this Saturday.
Raise a glass to Brighton Cocktail Week
It’s cocktail o’clock in Brighton and Hove from 1 - 9 November, writes Nick Mosley.
Lydfords care home joins breast cancer fight with pink celebrations
Staff and residents at Barchester’s Lydfords care home in East Hoathly marked Breast Cancer Awareness Month which is taking place throughout October.
King’s Medal awarded to 999 call staff at Eastbourne ambulance ceremony
South East Coast Ambulance Service Emergency Operations Centre staff were presented with prestigious King’s Medals at the Trust’s annual awards ceremonies.
New funding scheme announced after Brighton Rainbow Fund failure
The Restart Fund aims to help organisations affected by unpaid grants from the now-defunct Brighton Rainbow Fund.
A new mayor must fight for a better deal for the city
New Mayors need new duties for a greener and more equal society.
West Sussex Council urges tougher action on rising shop theft cases
West Sussex County Council has passed a motion reinforcing its commitment to supporting local businesses and addressing the issue of shop theft.
Brighton volunteers honoured at Women's Rugby World Cup final
The hard work of two Brighton and Hove Albion Stadium volunteers at the Women’s Rugby World Cup was celebrated in front of a record Twickenham crowd.
Jazz sensation Emma Rawicz leads exciting new show at Brighton Dome
Young saxophonist Emma Rawicz brings her dazzling new project to Brighton Dome on Friday November 8.
Angmering care home welcomes Brownies for eco craft activity
A care home in Angmering joined forces with a local Brownies group for International Repair Day.
Sussex-led climate project wins top UK award for industrial decarbonisation
University of Sussex Business School has won a national award for helping lead the UK’s transition to net zero.
School celebrates as it achieves one of the top results in the country
Sion School in Worthing has achieved one of the highest progress measures in the country, placing it in the top 2 per cent of schools nationally
New farm shop and deli opening in city centre
Cowdray is excited to introduce ‘Little Cowdray at Fernleigh’ — a new-concept farm shop, deli, butchery, and lifestyle destination
Landmark block of flats with trailblazing architecture reaches milestone
The Embassy Court on Kings Road in Brighton has turned 90 years old.
War hero and ground-breaking teacher marks 100th birthday with wife of 75 years
A much-loved centenarian from East Sussex who served in the Second World War says the secret to a long life is a Guinness, or two
From market garden to shopping hub: exploring North Laine's busiest street
With a diverse range of independent businesses, cafés and plenty of places for a bite to eat, we take a look back at Brighton’s Gardner Street
Woman died after she stopped eating and drinking for two weeks amid police fears
A woman with mental health issues died after not receiving appropriate and consistent care
Landmark shop premises adds a brown store to its blue and pink neighbours
A new independent guitar shop has opened in the city
Popular retailer set to open another store in city centre
A popular Chinese lifestyle retailer is opening another store in the city centre








































