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Max George says pacemaker has been fitted and is best Christmas present ever
The Wanted star Max George has revealed his pacemaker has been fitted after an operation to address a 2:1 heart block..
More misery for Manchester City as Aston Villa comfortably see off the champions
Manchester Citys abysmal run of form continued with a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa thanks to goals in each half from Jhon Duran and Morgan Rogers..
Drivers urged to be patient as millions begin Christmas getaway
Millions of drivers have been urged to be patient on the roads as the UK prepares for a perfect storm of the Christmas getaway and bad weather..
Thousands greet sun with cheers at Stonehenge to mark winter solstice
Thousands of people greeted the sun with cheers and applause as it rose over Stonehenge at the winter solstice..
Germany mourns victims after BMW driven into Christmas market
Germany is in mourning after a Saudi doctor drove a BMW into a Christmas market teeming with holiday shoppers, killing two people and injuring at least 60 others in what authorities called a deliberate attack..
Mandelson says it is great honour to be named UK ambassador to US
Lord Peter Mandelson has said it is a great honour to serve the country as the Prime Minister confirmed he had appointed him the next British ambassador to the US..
Sue Gray among 30 new Labour peers
Sue Gray, the partygate investigator who went on to become Sir Keir Starmers chief of staff, has been named among 30 new Labour peers..
King jokes Im still alive during visit celebrating Walthamstow community
The King joked that he was still alive during a visit with the Queen to Walthamstow after Augusts peaceful anti-racist protest in the area..
Lord Mandelson good fit for ambassador to US Cabinet minister says
Lord Peter Mandelson is a really good fit to become the next UK ambassador to the US, a Cabinet minister has said as the Labour grandee is expected to be named to the post..
PM urges councils to get on with fixing broken roads
Sir Keir Starmer has urged councils to get on with the job of fixing pothole-plagued roads..
Two men have been charged with assaulting police after a disturbance at Manchester Airport
But no police officers will face charges over their role in the incident, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said..
Four million people embarking on foreign festive trips
An estimated four million people in the UK are preparing to spend the Christmas and new year period overseas, according to a travel trade organisation..
Disruptive pupils parents should be forced to co operate with schools report
Teachers should be given powers to compel parents of disruptive children to engage with them tackling the burgeoning crisis of behaviour in schools, a report has said..
Flying to London from Edinburgh cheaper than train to Glasgow research finds
The Scottish Government has been urged to reduce the cost of rail travel after a price comparison found it was cheaper to fly from Edinburgh to London than commute from the Scottish capital to Glasgow by train..
King speaks about heritage crafts with Matt Baker on Countryfile
The King will speak about his commitment to heritage crafts as part of a BBC Christmas special of Countryfile..
Lord Peter Mandelson expected to be named next ambassador to US
Labour grandee Lord Peter Mandelson is expected to be the next UK ambassador to the US..
Daily tablet for advanced breast cancer patients set for NHS rollout
A new once-a-day tablet that treats advanced breast cancer is to be rolled out on the NHS, with about 1,100 patients in England set to benefit..
Household water bills to rise by an average 31 a year from April
Household water bills in England and Wales will increase by an average £31 a year over the next five years, regulator Ofwat has announced..
Harder for disadvantaged pupils to catch up as they move into secondary school
Disadvantaged pupils in England find it increasingly difficult to catch up as they progress into secondary school, a report has suggested..
Call for action after devastating rise in drink deaths
There has been a catastrophic rise in deaths caused by drinking, leading public health experts have said..
Local News
Hundreds of new homes to be built in Crawley
There has been a considerable increase in the number of new homes set to be built in Crawley, as part of government plans to build 1.5 million new homes
Campaigners urge the council to decriminalise prostitution laws
Sex workers are urging the council to support their demands to end the criminalisation of prostitution laws
McDonald's restaurant staff swap roles for festive charity party
Ronald McDonald House Charities UK and McDonald's Brighton restaurant have thrown a festive party for families
Christmas rubbish and recycling collection dates for Brighton and Hove announced
Brighton and Hove council has announced rubbish and recycling collection dates for Christmas and New Year
Man charged following burglary of town centre bank
A man has been charged after a bank was burgled in Eastbourne
Gardener celebrated as he sets down his tools after more than 60 years in the job
A gardener is set to retire after more than 60 years tending to parks around Brighton as he becomes one of the council’s longest serving workers.
Disabled woman left without heating or hot water for two weeks
A 62-year-old woman with a catalogue of health complications has been left without heating and hot water for two weeks
‘Secret’ Netflix codes that could help you find 'hidden' TV shows and films
Netflix remains the most popular streaming service in the UK providing a hub of our favourite TV and films
People 'seen in the road' on A27, causing delays
People have been seen on the A27, according to traffic reports
Motorcyclist 'thought he was going to die' in horror crash
A young motorcyclist said he “believed he was going to die” after suffering life-changing injuries in a crash with a car
Get Busy buying tickets - Sean Paul is coming to Brighton
The Temperature is set to rise at the Brighton Centre next year as Sean Paul takes to the stage as part of a UK tour
Singer in hit band leaps into audience to save woman
Travis Eastbourne Winter Garden Four stars A JOYOUSLY uplifting concert by the Scottish band Travis started with their lead singer leaping into the audience when he saw a fan fall ill.
Police hunting for attacker after man stabbed in street
A man was stabbed in Celandine Close, Crawley.
RSPCA reveals 23 per cent rise in abandoned pets this Christmas
RSPCA reveals a 23% rise in abandoned pets over Christmas, with over 1,000 cases reported. The charity urges support for its rescue efforts.
John Lydon's band to perform at Brighton music venue
Public Image Ltd (PiL) will perform in Brighton as part of their 2025 tour.
Home schooling allows parents to tailor education
In recent years, home schooling has seen a significant rise in England, an increase of about 20 per cent. This educational choice, once considered unconventional, is embraced by a growing number of families. As with any educational approach, home schooling comes with its own set of benefits and challenges.
University of Chichester academic addresses Swedish parliament
Daria Mattingly, University of Chichester lecturer, presents Holodomor research to Swedish Parliament, aiding MPs in upcoming genocide vote.
New phase of housing development brings 264 homes to town
Vistry Group launches 264 homes at The Gateway in Bexhill-on-Sea, offering a mix of private sales, shared ownership, and affordable housing options.
Council hands over popular festival to local creatives
Worthing Borough Council has handed over the summer arts and culture festival to the community, inviting local creatives to lead its 2025 evolution.
Children in West Sussex care to receive special Christmas celebrations
West Sussex County Council hosts festive events at children’s homes, featuring Santa grottos, parties, and Christmas meals for children in care.