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Kanye West Postpones French Show Weeks After UK Visa Cancellation
Kanye West has postponed a concert in France amid mounting political opposition..
Met Officers Probed Over Alleged Racism In Handling Of Wimbledon School Crash
Metropolitan Police officers are being investigated for alleged racism over their handling of a road crash that killed two schoolgirls..
Southport Families Urge Reform As Inquiry Finds Attack Could Have Been Prevented
The report into the Southport killings shows “devastating” failures and the need for urgent reforms, lawyers for the three murdered girls have said..
Terminally Ill Patients Share Pearls Of Wisdom In Marie Curie Campaign
To live in the moment and let go of grudges is some of the life advice shared by terminally ill patients for a new Marie Curie campaign..
Some Older People Having To Unretire Due To Financial Pressures
A significant proportion of older people are deciding to “unretire” as the financial reality of retirement falls short of expectations, according to research..
West Brom Insist They Have Not Breached EFLs Financial Rules
West Brom insist they have “fully complied” with the EFL’s financial rules amid fears of a points deduction for the relegation-threatened Championship side..
Paddington The Musical Sweeps Oliviers As Evita And Into The Woods Also Triumph
Paddington The Musical was the big winner at the 2026 Olivier Awards, where the West End revivals of Evita and Into The Woods also won plaudits..
Duke And Duchess Of Sussex To Begin Australia Visit
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to begin a visit to Australia which includes both charitable and commercial engagements across Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney..
Southport Attack Could And Should Have Been Prevented Inquiry Finds
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana had “clearly revealed” he was an extreme danger and his attack on a children’s dance class “could and should have been prevented”, a public inquiry has found..
Deep Fried Food To Be Banned On School Menus And Sugary Treats Cut Down
Deep-fried food will be banned from school menus and sugary treats limited as part of a sweeping standards overhaul aimed at tackling childhood obesity and tooth decay..
Estimated 25000 Unpaid Carers To Have Debts Cut Or Cancelled
Tens of thousands of unpaid carers are to have their debts cut or cancelled in a sweeping Government review of historic overpayments..
Starmer Refuses To Join Trumps Hormuz Blockade As Oil Prices Expected To Rise
Sir Keir Starmer has refused to join Donald Trump’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which could compound economic pain for Britons with higher petrol costs..
More Violence In Jails Warning After Fall In Prison Officer Experience Levels
British jails face a “vicious circle of violence” as experience among prison officers falls to its lowest level in 15 years, ministers have been warned..
Irish Government Announces 505m Euro In Fuel Cost Measures After Protests
Further reductions of duties on fuel and a delay in a carbon tax increase have been announced by Irish premier Micheal Martin after an emergency cabinet meeting agreed on a response to the fuel crisis following major protests..
Rorys Lead Evaporates At The Masters
The Northern Irishman remains the joint clubhouse leader, level with the USA's Cam Young.
No Deal In US Iran Peace Talks
Lack of agreement after 21-hour Islamabad negotiations leaves fragile ceasefire in doubt.
Expert Teams To Be Sent To Worst Corridor Care Offenders In Bid To End Practice
Teams of experts will be deployed to NHS trusts with the highest rates of corridor care in a bid to end the “unacceptable, undignified” practice, the Government has announced..
Golden Eagles Could Be Reintroduced To England With New Funding Ministers Say
Bird lovers could see golden eagles return to England, the Government has said, as it announced new funding to explore their reintroduction..
We Will Not Tolerate This Any Longer Irish Police To Step Up Enforcement
The head of Ireland’s police service has vowed to step up enforcement against fuel-cost protesters blocking critical infrastructure..
I Am Maximus Storms To Famous Second Win In The Grand National
I Am Maximus became the first horse since Red Rum to regain his crown in the Randox Grand National, as Willie Mullins also became the first trainer since Vincent O’Brien in the 1950s to win three successive editions of the Aintree spectacular..
Local News
Italian street party to launch month of culture and events
Brighton is set to host its inaugural Italian Street Party this May.
New café brings art and food together in creative new space
An immersive art experience now sits at the centre of a brand new café.
Interactive event to showcase seafront flood defence work
Residents and schoolchildren are invited to learn about coastal defence plans through interactive displays and immersive experiences.
Breast cancer survivor’s documentary set for national tour launch
A documentary by a breast cancer survivor begins a national tour in Brighton this April.
Community project sees offenders grow food for local families
Offenders are giving back to the community by growing vegetables for families in Littlehampton.
Campaigners and users unite to save wellbeing hub facing funding cuts
Campaigners fighting to keep mental health support services running at the Wellbeing Hub, in Preston Park, were given cross-party support by councillors.
Second World War veteran marks milestone 100th birthday
Celebrations have been in full swing at Hazel Lodge care home in Battle, as they celebrated the 100th birthday of resident and former Wren, Olive Tompsett.
Sustainable fashion brand targets major growth in coming years
An East Sussex company that sells a range of clothes made from bamboo and recycled materials to customers across Europe is growing rapidly.
Charity creates magical day for children with serious conditions
Over 100 children and their families were given a day to remember as Forward Facing Charity transformed Brighton Dome into the Land of Oz.
Care home celebrates art and creativity with resident exhibition
A care home is celebrating the power of art after hosting an exhibition of more than 60 pieces by a resident.
Tech company named among UK's best for third year running
entrustIT has been named in the Cloudtango MSP Select UK 2026 list, marking the third consecutive year the company has received the national recognition.
Car becomes engulfed in fiery blaze at popular beauty spot
A Mazda MX5 has caught fire in a car park at Devil's Dyke, part of the South Downs National Park, just north of Brighton and Hove, on Easter Sunday.
Care home flagged after 'forceful' care and missed safeguarding failures
A care home has been ordered to improve after inspectors found residents subjected to forceful care, missed safeguarding incidents and a breakdown in leadership.
A perfect spring day out at Herstmonceux Castle this April
Spring comes into full bloom this April as The Garden Show comes to the stunning Herstmonceux Castle from 17–19 April 2026—offering the perfect day out for garden lovers, families and anyone looking to embrace the new season.
Man who stole from Greggs jailed after showing 'flagrant disregard' for court orders
A prolific shoplifter who stole from Greggs and ignored probation requirements has been jailed after repeatedly failing to comply with court orders.
7 places you need to visit before you can call yourself a true Sussex local
Sussex has so much to do, from zoos to seaside piers, but there are a few places you need to visit to call yourself a true Sussex local.
Rare bird photographed in serene waterside scene
These images capture a bar-headed goose at Ifield Millpond in Crawley, highlighting one of the more unusual visitors to this local waterside setting.
Free music festival returns with packed weekend of live acts
Eastbourne's biggest free music festival is set to return to the town's Bandstand this May.
'Missed opportunities' in care of 19-year-old who took his own life
Concerns have been raised around “missed opportunities and a “care gap” after a 19-year-old took his own life.
Man who sexually assaulted girl is spared jail
A man has been spared jailed after sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.











































