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Luke Humphries bid for back to back World Championship titles on track after win
World number one Luke Humphries continued his bid for back-to-back World Championship titles after easing through to the last 16..
TUC leader calls for year of delivery for workers
A union leader has called for 2025 to be a year of delivery for workers after 14 years of Tory chaos..
Passengers at some of UKs busiest airports face fog disruption
Passengers at some of the countrys busiest airports are facing disruption due to foggy weather..
Mikel Arteta reveals Arsenal star Bukayo Saka will miss more than two months
Bukayo Saka is likely to be sidelined until at least March following surgery on his hamstring, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has revealed..
Drivers frustrated at five year wait for parking code of practice
Four out of five drivers are frustrated that a Government-backed code of practice for private parking companies is still not in force five years after becoming law, a new survey suggests..
More than 2500 attacks on prison staff recorded over last decade figures show
The Scottish Government has been urged to take action after statistics showed there were more than 250 assaults on prison staff on average each year over the last decade..
Thousands of motorists caught drug driving four times or more
Thousands of motorists have been caught drug-driving at least four times, sparking calls for ministers to consider introducing rehabilitation courses for offenders..
UK aims to help more Ukrainian troops manage stress of combat
The UK is to increase efforts to help train Ukrainian soldiers to manage the stresses of combat..
Man charged with two counts of murder after Christmas Day stabbing
A 49-year-old man has been charged with two counts of murder after two women died in a suspected stabbing in Milton Keynes on Christmas Day..
Farage Badenoch must apologise for crazy conspiracy theory on Reform numbers
Nigel Farage said he is weighing up what action to take if the Conservatives do not apologise for accusing Reform UK of fakery over its membership numbers..
Tributes paid to well loved father of six who died on Christmas Day
Tributes have been paid to a devoted fisherman and Aston Villa supporter who died on Christmas Day in Staffordshire..
Wham remain top of UK charts with Last Christmas
Wham! have marked a 10th non-consecutive week at the top of the UK singles chart with Last Christmas..
Ruben Amorim aware his job will be in danger if Man Utd do not find form soon
Ruben Amorim knows his job will be in danger if Manchester United continue to struggle but the head coach is comfortable with the pressure..
Channel crossings Number of migrants arriving in UK since 2018 hits 150000
More than 150,000 migrants have arrived in the UK after crossing the Channel in the last seven years..
Starmer pays tribute to wonderful brother Nick who died on Boxing Day
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has paid tribute to his brother Nick, who has died aged 60..
Corden thanks fans after Gavin And Stacey finale
The show secured the highest Christmas Day ratings since 2008.
Everton are hungry for more after run of impressive draws
Thats according to Toffees boss, Sean Dyche.
4400 people filed their tax return on Christmas Day
Thats according to HM Revenue and Customs.
Charities to get cash to redistribute surplus farm food
The scheme will give grants of £20,000 or more.
Hollyoaks creator says courage has gone out of broadcasting
Sir Phil Redmond says social media is the big issue children are facing nowadays.
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
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
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
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.
I ran Brighton Santa Dash for the first time: here's what I thought
On a Saturday morning, I’m usually languishing in bed, recovering from a long week in the office and a couple of pints at the pub the evening before.
Car crashes into traffic lights
This was a single vehicle which hit a lamp post. No injuries.
Recap: Emergency services in attendance at restaurant and vehicle fires
Emergency services are in attendance as two fires have broken out, a vehicle fire in Falmer Road, Woodingdean and one at a restaurant in Portland Road, Hove.
Martin Lewis reveals amount of Premium Bonds you need for a ‘decent bet’ of winning
MoneySavingExpert founder Martin Lewis has revealed the amount of Premium Bonds needed for a "decent bet" of winning, in a post on X.
Guide launched to help music venues navigate planning system
A new guide has been launched to help music venues navigate the planning system.
Three carol services in one day, and I can't wait!
Do you like your name? Mine could be worse. It does mean ‘defender of the people’ which I try to remember whenever I go to a council meeting. There are many Alistairs I look up to – Alastair Campbell (much less so), Alastair Sim (the best Scrooge, more so) – but in 2024, it’s only the 592nd most popular name, and alas declining. Of course there are countless different spellings: Aleister, Alastair, Alister. If I’d had my way, I’d be Alasdair. Unfortunately, my parents didn’t hear
With Christmas just around the corner, here are three of my favourites
IT is certainly beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the garden at Driftwood as I get on with jobs out there. I bought a small potted tree a few years ago and this is its third year on display at the back of the house. Mine has always been left outside and decorated with lights and a few weatherproof baubles as you can see.
Recruiters combine adventure and charity this festive season
Brighton-based Hypha Rec2Rec embarks on a Kilimanjaro climb for Project Purpose, promoting professional development and raising funds for a Tanzanian orphanage
Brighton mum takes campaign for better education to Westminster
A Brighton mum has travelled to Westminster to campaign for better education for autistic pupils
Steam bus to visit West Sussex town centre this weekend
The Steam Bus is set to return to Horsham town centre this weekend
The Sussex medieval town named among the UK's 15 most beautiful places
Rye in Sussex has featured among the UK's 15 most beautiful places according to a list from The Times
Casualty actress shows support for twin sister at breast cancer campaign
A former Casualty star visited Brighton Library in support of a new breast cancer awareness campaign
Mum loses thousands of pounds after repeated bedbug infestations
A woman in a council owned flat which has become repeatedly infested with bedbugs said “it has left me with PTSD”