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Commuters hit by travel disruption as severe weather warnings persist
Many commuters are suffering travel disruption from severe weather, with major roads closed and railway lines blocked..
Aldi beats rival Lidl as cheapest supermarket of 2024
Aldi has beaten its supermarket rival Lidl as the UKs cheapest supermarket of 2024, according to consumer website Which?..
Former child abuse inquiry chairwoman urges Government to act over 2022 report
The former head of a national inquiry into child sexual abuse has called for the full implementation of reforms set out in her 2022 report amid calls in Westminster for the Government to launch a fresh review..
UKs first liver transplant for advanced bowel cancer is a success
A young woman is cancer-free after undergoing the UKs first liver transplant for advanced bowel cancer..
Starmer sets out plans to cut hospital backlog with millions more appointments
Patients will be able to book more tests and scans after work and at weekends as part of plans to free up millions of medical appointments and slash waiting lists for elective treatment..
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welbys last day as he quits over Church abuse
Justin Welby is spending his final day as Archbishop of Canterbury, as he prepares to step down over failures in handling a Church of England abuse scandal..
RuPauls Drag Race star The Vivienne dies aged 32
RuPauls Drag Race star The Vivienne has died aged 32, their publicist has said..
Musk says Farage doesnt have what it takes to lead Reform UK
Elon Musk has said Nigel Farage doesnt have what it takes to lead Reform UK, just weeks after the pair had a great meeting in the US..
Snow brings disruption amid amber weather warnings
Heavy overnight snow is causing disruption across the UK as the cold start to the new year continues..
Streeting NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice in bid to cut wait times
More NHS patients who need elective care will be able to decide where they are treated under new Government plans to slash waiting lists..
Four in 10 registered with dentist have not seen one in two years figures show
Nearly 40% of Scots registered with a dentist have not seen one in two years, figures have revealed..
William shocked and saddened by death of ex nannys stepson in New Orleans
The Prince of Wales said he was shocked and saddened by the tragic death of his former nannys stepson in a New Years Day vehicle attack in New Orleans..
Luke Littler sets his sights on Phil Taylors 16 world titles and a lot more
Luke Littler believes he can hunt down Phil Taylors record of 16 world titles after becoming the youngest ever champion..
UK braced for heavy snow and freezing rain amid amber weather warnings
Large parts of the UK will be hit by heavy snow and freezing rain which could lead to disruption this weekend amid two amber weather warnings..
British man among 14 killed in New Orleans attack
A British man has been confirmed as one of those killed in a New Years Day vehicle attack in New Orleans..
New car market up 26 in 2024
The UKs new car market recorded its second successive year of growth with a 2.6% rise in registrations in 2024, new figures show..
Heavy snow and freezing rain sweep in as amber warnings come into force
Large parts of the UK are facing heavy snow and freezing rain, which is likely to cause disruption, after two amber weather warnings came into force..
Luke Littler hammers Michael van Gerwen to win first World Championship
Luke Littler realised his dream by winning the World Championship after bulldozing his way past Michael van Gerwen..
Gavin and Stacey festive special among most watched shows this century
The Gavin and Stacey 2024 Christmas special is on track to become one of the most-watched scripted TV programmes of the 21st century so far, new figures suggest..
Elon Musk calls on King to dissolve Parliament over grooming gangs
Elon Musk has continued his criticism of the Government, calling on the King to step in and dissolve Parliament..
Local News
Paedophile nursery worker jailed for sexually assaulting toddlers
A paedophile sexually assaulted two three-year-old children while working at a nursery
Trees to be felled over fears they could fall on 'busiest road in the city'
Three large trees are set to be felled later this week over fear they could fall on cars on the A23.
Preston Circus closed off by police and firefighters - due to burnt toast
Emergency services swarmed a property due to burnt toast, closing off Preston Circus
Updates as A27 crash causes delays for motorists
A crash on the A27 in Lewes is causing delays.
Seafront cafe can stay open after noise complaints from neighbours
A cafe can continue to sell alcohol after the owner offered to close earlier following noise complaints from neighbours
Major pub chain announces increase in the price of a pint of beer
A major pub chain in the UK has announced an increase in the price of a pint of beer amid tax hikes.
Sir David Jason admits the one 'disappointment' he had with own beloved show
Sir David Jason has shared his one disappointment and complaint he had with the popular show A Touch of Frost.
Council tax set to increase by almost £330m to fund increase in police budgets
Ministers have set out a provisional 3.5% real-terms increase in funding for forces police
I saved £150 in a month by using 3 envelopes and a viral TikTok trend
I tried the viral TikTok trend called cash stuffing and saved £150 in a month using just 3 envelopes - here's how it went.
Aldi tells shoppers the best time to shop in the lead-up to Christmas
Aldi has told customers when is the best time to shop in the lead-up to Christmas.
Waspi women blast ‘bizarre and unjustified’ decision as they are denied compensation
Waspi campaign director Jane Cowley said she was “absolutely incensed” by the Government’s decision.
Pensions minister issues update on DWP Winter Fuel Payment cuts
From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get the DWP Winter Fuel Payment.
UK inflation at highest level since March as Chancellor says 'more to do'
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation rose to 2.6% in November
Wildlife captured in stunning close up shots at park
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My Christmas has changed over the years
As a child Christmas afternoon in our house was the one day in the year we weren’t allowed to make any noise. My dad was a vicar and had midnight mass on Christmas Eve going on until 1am. Friends of my parents would then come around for sherry and mince pies before we opened our presents. We would be off to bed gone 3am but my dad had five or six services on Christmas morning, the first at 6am. After visiting the sick and elderly of his parish, he would arrive home around 1.30pm, absolutely kn
Grade II listed toilets on Brighton seafront approved for major revamp
Planning permission has been granted to renovate a Grade II listed public toilet on Brighton's seafront, in the Madeira Colonnade on Madeira Drive.
American school bus business named 'most unique' at quirky awards ceremony
A business which operates out of an American school bus scooped up the prize for Most Unique Catering at the Quirky Wedding Awards
Plans for new signal crossing outside railway station due to accidents
Plans are in the works to make the section of Tarring Road outside West Worthing station safer
Take a look inside new city centre shop
Finisterre has opened its new shop in Bond Street in Brighton
Britain’s 'most festive man' adds even more decorations to 10,000 strong collection
Geoff Stonebanks form Seaford has added even more Christmas decorations to his 10,000 strong collection this year.