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Palestine Action Co Founder Wins High Court Challenge But Group Remains Banned
Palestine Action remains banned as a terror group despite its co-founder winning a High Court challenge..
Trump Condemned For Revoking Scientific Finding On Climate Change
The Trump administration has revoked a scientific finding that has been the central basis for US action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change..
Men Urged To Avoid Buying Illegal ED Drugs As Almost 20 Million Tablets Seized
The medicines regulator has urged men to avoid buying unauthorised erectile dysfunction (ED) pills online after it emerged that almost 20 million illegal tablets have been seized in the last five years..
Kyle Barbie Doll Set For Shelves
Pop star Kylie Minogue has said it was “really special” to see her likeness created in a new Barbie doll, dressed in her red Padam Padam music video costume..
Energy Giant Centrica Announces 24m Partnership With Charity Multibank
Energy giant Centrica has announced a £2.4 million partnership with Multibank in a huge boost to the charity set up by former prime minister Gordon Brown..
Stroke Victim With Just One Rare Symptom Highlights Unusual Signs Of Condition
A stroke survivor whose only symptom was being unable to read has urged people to look out for uncommon signs of the potentially deadly condition..
Thomas Tuchel Signs New England Deal Through To Euro 2028
Thomas Tuchel has signed an extension to his contract as England head coach through to the end of the home European Championship in 2028..
Sean Dyche Sacked With Nottingham Forest Fearing Drop As Vitor Pereira Is Linked
Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis made Sean Dyche his third managerial sacking of the season in a desperate bid to avoid relegation..
Jim Ratcliffe Apologises After Claiming Migrants Have Colonised The UK
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has apologised that his claim Britain has been “colonised” by migrants “offended some people in the UK and Europe”..
Victoria Marten Child Safeguarding Review Key Recommendations
Lessons can be learned from the “extreme case” of the death of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon’s baby, the chairman of a major safeguarding review said..
UK Pledges More Than 500 Million In Missiles And Defence Support For Ukraine
The United Kingdom will provide Ukraine with more than £500 million in new defence missiles and systems, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced..
Raac Crisis In Schools Needs Permanent Fixes Despite Progress MPs
The Raac (reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete) crisis in school buildings has affected pupils’ learning and wellbeing, MPs have said, despite Government progress towards fixing it..
Thomas Frank Sacked By Tottenham Following Home Defeat To Newcastle
Thomas Frank has been sacked by Tottenham after Tuesday’s 2-1 home defeat to Newcastle..
Social Media Ads For Prescription Only Weight Loss Medicines Banned
The first Instagram, TikTok and Facebook posts by members of the public promoting weight-loss jabs have been banned by the advertising regulator..
Spike In Antisemitic Incidents In Aftermath Of Manchester Synagogue Attack
Dozens of antisemitic incidents were reported in the aftermath of the deadly Manchester synagogue attack, some celebrating what had happened, according to a report..
Ten Dead Including Suspect After Shootings At Canadian Home And School
A shooting at a school in British Columbia left eight dead including a woman police believe to be the suspect, with two more people found dead at a nearby home, Canadian authorities said on Tuesday..
Roman Altars Acquired For Nation To Go On Show For First Time
Two “stunning” stone altars discovered at a Roman fort near Edinburgh and acquired for the nation are to go on show for the first time in a new exhibition..
Kings Profound Concern At Andrew Claims As Palace Pledges To Support Police
The King has made clear his “profound concern” at allegations about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s conduct, with Buckingham Palace saying it will “stand ready to support” the police if approached over the claims..
Curator Hopes London Aardman Exhibition Can Inspire Future Animators
The curator of a London exhibition of Aardman characters including Wallace and Gromit has said he hopes it will inspire new generation of animators..
Curator Hopes London Aardman Exhibition Can Inspire Future Animators
The curator of a London exhibition of Aardman characters including Wallace and Gromit has said he hopes it will inspire new generation of animators..
Local News
Tree management work planned for village restoration scheme
Work to manage the trees surrounding Falmer pond and improve water quality and biodiversity will start next week.
Widow urges government to extend bereavement payments for grieving families
A Billingshurst widow is calling on the government to increase and extend bereavement support payments.
Smoke, mirrors and potholes in the politics of city hall
Last week, something quite rare happened – Greens managed to get the administration to vote in favour of a Green amendment to one of their policy decisions.
Santa Bus raises more than £28k to support charities
Brighton & Hove Buses have announced that this year’s Santa Bus has raised an impressive £28,070.
Families slam trust CEO 'tone deaf' after inquest finds 'inadequate' care
A group of families who blame the deaths of their loved ones on an NHS trust have responded to post made by the CEO in the wake of an inquest.
Council plans improvements and stronger support in new budget
Protecting and improving the environment and supporting the most vulnerable are the focus of Adur District Council’s proposed plans for the next 12 months.
Gladwin brothers bring farm-to-fork flair to The Black Horse relaunch
The Gladwins – brothers behind some of London’s most loved farm-to-fork restaurants, have announced the purchase of The Black Horse in Amberley, West Sussex.
Rolls-Royce launches 2026 apprenticeship scheme at Goodwood
Rolls-Royce is inviting applications for its 2026 Apprenticeship programme.
Exhibition to explore identity through pop culture at Green Door Store
This Spring, Pete McKee invites people to visit his exhibition, ‘The Boy With a Leg Named Brian’ as it tours the UK’s most beloved Grassroots Music Venues.
Budget airline announces new route from Gatwick to island for summer 2026
Wizz Air will launch its brand new route from London Gatwick to Santorini in July.
Cabinet of Curiosity traces the past and future of museum spaces
Horsham Museum’s new exhibition Cabinet of Curiosity: Museums Past, Present and Future is now open.
Seniors club receives £5,000 boost to tackle isolation and loneliness
Members of Sompting Seniors have received a £5,000 donation from housebuilder Persimmon Homes
Consultation launched for affordable housing plans
Brighton is facing an urgent housing crisis, with almost 40,000 new homes needed by 2040 and rents continuing to rise year on year.
MP accuses political party of racism over child benefit plans
Reform UK has been called racist for arguing that two-child benefit cap should be lifted only for families where both parents are British and in full-time work.
Exhibition offers look into lives of First World War soldiers
A free archaeological exhibition day in Bexhill Drill Hall will explore the lives of World War One soldiers who trained at nearby Cooden Camp.
Burger & Lobster serves up jumbo meal for two this Valentine’s Day
Burger & Lobster Brighton will be serving the Big Valentine’s Dinner on February 14.
Feast of Fiddles set for return of much-loved annual tour
Feast of Fiddles, a group known for its energetic folk-rock performances, will perform at Bexhill Academy on Monday, February 23.
Rejuvenation effort sees new trees planted in badly damaged area
Members of the Friends of Lancing Ring and the local community came together to plant approximately 200 trees to help the regeneration of Lancing Clump.
Three Brighton restaurants serving up bold flavours and brilliant offers
Discover the best Brighton dining deals for February 2026.
Sussex city revealed as among the most expensive places to buy a pizza
A study has revealed that Brighton and Hove is among the most expensive places in the UK to buy a standard 12-inch Margherita pizza, ranking seventh overall








































