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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
Recap: Keir Starmer makes visit to Sussex
Sir Keir Starmer is in Hastings in East Sussex addressing media this morning.
Controversial plans for new flats on former playground are approved
Plans to build two blocks of council flats on a former wildlife site and children’s playground in Whitehawk in Brighton have been approved.
School's new £1 million football pitch is approved
Planning permission has been granted for a £1 million all-weather football pitch in Brighton.
Coastguard issues statement after flare seen over city
A flare was reportedly seen off the Sussex coast.
Updates as yellow weather warning comes into force
A yellow weather warning has come into force for West Sussex
Janice Warman’s debut poetry explores memory and landscapes of loss
Janice Warman’s debut collection of poetry These are the things we have lost, is out now from Fly on the Wall Press.
Cancer patient celebrates news of £250m 'flagship hospital'
A man who received cancer treatment in Sussex has celebrated the announcement of a new "flagship hospital".
University 'suffered severe consequences' after record free speech penalty
The University of Sussex is taking legal action against the Office for Students (OfS) over the watchdog’s decision last March
Teenager challenges the council in quest to help city's 'hidden homeless'
A teenage campaigner has called on Brighton and Hove City Council to find more small sites to build social housing
Victory for family after son killed by scaffolding that fell through windscreen
A Hastings mother has been praised by the Transport Minister for her successful campaign to toughen road safety measures following the death of her son
The history of a town's Art Deco gem which could be at risk
Today we look back at the history of Worthing's Art Deco gem the Royal Arcade
Sussex politician has been named the best new MP of the year
Josh Babarinde, MP for Eastbourne, has been named 'Best New MP of the Year', by the Patchwork Foundation
Decision made on Church of Scientology's licence to hold events
The licence for Saint Hill Manor, located in East Grinstead, was up for review by Mid Sussex District Council after a complaint was submitted
Mixed reaction to Diana Ross headlining Brighton and Hove Pride 2026
Readers have shared their thoughts and reactions to the headline act announcement for Brighton and Hove Pride
Plans for 12-bedroom HMO will 'destroy the village', residents fear
The former Chardwood Rest Home on Eastbourne Road, Pevensey Bay, could change if the application to Wealden District Council is approved
Country hotel closes after 44 years in business
The Brickwall Hotel, located in Sedlescombe near Battle, has shut its doors following the retirement of Giuseppe Pollio, who ran it for decades
Man 'shocked' by public reaction as he sells fish and chip shop after 18 years
Jon Baker sold The Lighthouse fish and chip shop on Priory Road in Hastings, East Sussex, in December 2025, having bought it in 2007
Man slams council for 'shambolic' town centre regeneration project
Phil Hall, a former councillor in Strood, Kent, voiced serious concerns to East Sussex County Council about ongoing works in Eastbourne’s town centre.
Grandmother's sleepless nights as bank blocks access to her money for months
A woman has been unable to access her own money for months due to restrictions imposed by her bank
Council defends decision to use disabled parking bays for seafront project
The council has defended their decision to use disabled parking bays to temporarily store building materials








































