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King praises doctors and nurses who provided care during cancer treatment
The Monarch spoke from Fitzrovia Chapel, a former London hospital chapel.
Man 39 shot dead by armed police on Christmas Eve
A 39-year-old man was shot dead by armed police on Christmas Eve..
Britons enjoying remarkably mild Christmas Eve
Britons are enjoying a remarkably mild Christmas Eve as shoppers dash to buy last-minute gifts and travellers head home for the festive season..
Over 10000 in armed forces not medically deployable Ministry of Defence says
More than 10,000 people in the armed forces are not medically deployable, figures from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) have shown..
PM looks to brighter future at Christmas and wishes for peace in Middle East
Sir Keir Starmer said he would be looking towards a better, brighter future for every person in a Christmas message following a turbulent year for the UK..
Government aims to restore clarity with consultation on petrol car phase out
A consultation has been launched into the phase-out of petrol and diesel cars by 2030..
Permanent crisis in AE caused thousands of deaths in 2024
The Scottish Government has been accused of having responsibility for a disgracefully high number of deaths following growing waits for treatment in hospital accident and emergency departments..
Young people more likely to spend Christmas alone study finds
The number of young people spending Christmas Day alone has doubled, according to new research that compares festive attitudes and behaviours in 2024 and 1969..
How will a second Trump presidency impact the tech world in 2025
A second Donald Trump presidency is expected to be consequential in many ways, and its impact on the tech sector will be a key area after he enters office in January..
England captain Ben Stokes out for at least three months with torn hamstring
Ben Stokes will undergo surgery on a torn hamstring and be out of action for at least three months..
Two men jailed over 42m cocaine smuggling bid
Two men who tried to smuggle £42 million worth of cocaine into the UK have been jailed..
Luigi Mangione denies murdering UnitedHealthcare chief executive
The man accused of fatally shooting the chief executive of UnitedHealthcare has pleaded not guilty to murder and terror charges in a state case that will run parallel to his federal prosecution..
Arsenals Bukayo Saka emotional as he faces lengthy injury absence
Arsenal have been dealt a major injury blow after Mikel Arteta revealed a really emotional Bukayo Saka has been ruled out for many weeks with a hamstring tear..
Morrisons extends discounts after IT issues hit Christmas shopping
Morrisons has cut the price of items including turkeys and Champagne for all shoppers after a system glitch hit its loyalty card on Monday, but some customers may face delayed Christmas orders..
Met Office forecasts mild Christmas with notably high temperatures
The Met Office has forecast a mild Christmas with notably high temperatures over the festive period..
Large blaze at Birmingham shop tackled by dozens of firefighters
A fire that broke out at the front of a shop in Birmingham is under control, emergency services said..
Victim calls Archbishop of Yorks response to abuse case insulting
A victim of an alleged sex abuser priest has called for the Archbishop of York to step down over his insulting and upsetting response to his handling of the case..
Advice to look for dementia symptoms at Christmas amid record diagnosis number
The NHS has urged people to look out for symptoms of dementia as they gather with loved ones at Christmas as new data shows more people than ever before have been diagnosed with the condition in England..
Belfast City Airport reopens after landing emergency
Belfast City Airports runway is operating at normal after it was forced to close following an emergency incident..
Roman Kemp says visiting The Repair Shop for Christmas show really special
TV and radio presenter Roman Kemp has said it was really special to visit The Repair Shops barn for its festive special..
Local News
Work starts on crematorium memorial garden with hundreds of new plots
Work has begun on a new memorial garden at Worthing Crematorium, offering 950 burial plots, sustainable planting and space for families to remember loved ones
Vehicle caught fire after driver noticed smoke from engine
A car caught on fire, causing road closures and severe delays.
Puppy given oxygen therapy and resident rescued from fire
A puppy had to be given oxygen therapy after firefighters rescued three dogs from a a flat which caught fire.
Confused student fined £120 for sitting in wrong part of Thameslink train
A university student was fined £120 for sitting in the wrong part of a Thameslink train.
A27 closed for hours following four vehicle crash
The A27 was closed for hours following a four-vehicle crash, in which one car caught fire.
Recap: Fans head into city for Brighton vs Crystal Palace match
Fans will be heading into the city centre for the Brighton vs Crystal palace football match.
Council making strides towards carbon neutrality
Cabinet councillors have welcomed progress towards Eastbourne's carbon neutrality goal.
5 pets from RSPCA Brighton who are on the lookout for loving new homes
There are a few pets from the Sussex North & Brighton RSPCA branch who are looking for new homes
Mass choir concerts in West Sussex featuring 500 students to take place
Two mass choir performances that will feature 500 students are set to take place next year
Swimming pool set to open after leaks and pipe issues
A refurbished lido is hoping to reopen in time for its Christmas Day swim.
Energetic seafront panto is festive fun for all
One of my favourite Christmas traditions is a trip to the panto. This one didn’t disappoint
Sussex YouTube star to visit world’s largest floating hospital ship
YouTuber Emma Cruises, known for reviewing over 60 cruises, will visit Mercy Ships’ Global Mercy in Sierra Leone to showcase its life-changing work
Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Lager now in Sussex pubs - Where to get a pint
Jeremy Clarkson's Hawkstone Lager is now available to be bought in two Sussex pubs
Inside the 'elegantly-designed' £1.75m Brighton home with 'stunning sea views'
A home located on The Cliff in Brighton is currently on the market for a cost of £1.25million
These 16 East Sussex roads could have speed limits cut
East Sussex County Council has launched a £500,000 speed management programme to reduce speeds and improve road safety on key A and B roads
Co-op store reopens after six-week makeover: take a look inside
Seaford’s Co-op on Broad Street has reopened after a six-week transformation, offering fresh food, new services, and a focus on convenience and sustainability
New homes to be built in Brighton to tackle housing shortage - here's how many
Thousands of new homes are set to be built in Brighton and Hove
Much loved comedy actress spotted dining in Bognor restaurant
A much-loved comedy actress was described as “brilliant and lovely” by the chef who served her at his restaurant
Shop only makes £44 in a week after being 'decimated' by roadworks
A model train shop owner has spoken of the damaging impact roadworks and the cost of living crisis are having on his business
Recap: A27 junction closed for hours following four-vehicle crash and car fire
A car has set on fire following a four vehicle crash on the A23 Westbound towards Devil's Dyke Road and Hove.