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Fan Of TV Serial Killer Dexter Guilty Of Murdering Two Men
A fan of TV serial killer Dexter has been found guilty of murdering two homeless men whose bodies were dismembered and hidden in woodland before he killed his cellmate while awaiting trial..
Burnham And Badenoch Clash Over Prison Early Release Scheme
Andy Burnham insisted prisoners would not be released early in September under plans to ease overcrowding in jails as the Tories demanded emergency legislation and the possible recall of Parliament to address the issue..
Cold Case Squad Haunted By Unsolved Disappearance Of Suzy Lamplugh
Cold case detectives remain “haunted” by the unsolved disappearance of Suzy Lamplugh 40 years on, as the clock ticks down to the case being mothballed in 12 months’ time..
New Technical Education Pathways For 14 Year Olds In Andy Burnham Reforms
New technical education routes will be available to 14-year-olds as Andy Burnham drives reforms to tackle youth unemployment..
Burnham Calls For Cross Party Talks On Social Care Reform
Andy Burnham will seek cross-party talks on social care reform as he faces calls to legislate for a national care service before the next election..
Heat Health Alerts Raised As Fourth Heatwave Of The Summer Looms
Heat health alerts have been upgraded to amber in some areas of England as the fourth heatwave of the year looms and parts of the country struggle with persistent dry weather..
Wildlife Presenter And Goodies Star Bill Oddie Dies Aged 85
Wildlife presenter and Goodies star Bill Oddie has died at the age of 85, his agent has said..
Luke Littler Warns He Can Still Get Better After Retaining World Matchplay Title
Luke Littler warned he can still get better after crushing Gerwyn Price 18-9 to retain his Betfred World Matchplay title in Blackpool..
Burnham To Host Zelensky With Pledge Of Unwavering Support For Ukraine
Andy Burnham said UK support for Ukraine “remains unwavering” ahead of welcoming Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday as his first international visitor since becoming Prime Minister..
Berlin Pride Attack Suspect Shot Dead By Police
A man suspected of carrying out the Berlin Pride attack that left one person dead and 29 injured has been shot dead by police during a confrontation in a suburb of the city..
Anthony Joshua Musters Comeback Win Over Kristian Prenga
AJ gets up off the canvas twice on his return to the ring; planned "Battle of Britain" with Tyson Fury now a step closer .
One Dead 16 Injured In Attack On Berlin Pride
Police appeal for help in tracking down suspect after car drives into crowds at LGBT+ event .
Fifteen Arrested After Violence Breaks Out At Anti Migrant Protest In Glasgow
More than a dozen people have been arrested after violence erupted in Glasgow between anti-immigration and anti-racism protesters..
Lewis Hamilton And Title Leader Kimi Antonelli Hit By Grid Penalties After Norris Takes Pole In Hungary
Lewis Hamilton was dealt a blow in his bid for a record eighth world championship after he was demoted to fifth on the grid for Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix..
Evacuations Continue After Major Incident Declared For Cairngorms Wildfire
Evacuations and smoke advisories have continued after Police Scotland declared a major incident as emergency services battle a wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park..
Shop Numbers Return To Growth After Years Of Decline Say Experts
UK high streets and shopping destinations are showing signs of recovery as more than 13 retail stores opened each week over the past year, according to new figures..
Wildfire Forces Evacuations Of Suburbs In French City Of Bordeaux
Authorities in France have evacuated some suburbs of Bordeaux as a massive wildfire shifted toward the city..
English Gymnast Gabriel Langton Suffers Horrific Fall At Commonwealth Games
A horror injury to England’s Gabriel Langton overshadowed his team’s silver medal in the men’s team gymnastics final at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow..
Scottish Government Holds Response Meeting After Cairngorms Wildfire Evacuation
First Minister John Swinney has chaired a meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGoRR) after homes were evacuated amid a wildfire in the Cairngorms National Park..
Firefighters To Continue Tackling Industrial Units Blaze Into Weekend
Firefighters will continue tackling a large industrial unit blaze in Essex into the weekend after a major incident was declared and residents were evacuated..
Local News
University researchers pioneer sustainable medical sensor technology
3D-printed medical sensors are being developed in Brighton to improve global access to clinical diagnostics.
Two new businesses open to strengthen town centre revival
Two businesses are helping to breathe new life into a town centre.
Community groups invited to apply for grants to improve public safety
A second round of community funding has been launched to support projects focused on improving safety.
Council leaders to discuss plan to improve support for children with SEND
A plan to improve support for children with special educational needs set to be discussed by council leaders.
Ann Widdecombe was a politician unlike any other
I had just started writing this column when news of the death of Ann Widdecombe came through. How sad, I thought.
Gatwick launches first direct UK route in 14 years to this sunny city getaway
London Gatwick Airport will welcome Air Zimbabwe to its roster this summer with non-stop flights to Harare.
Live updates as Gatwick trains cancelled and delayed amid 'urgent repairs'
Urgent repairs to the track at Three Bridges means that some lines are blocked, with trains running through this station expected to be disrupted until 8pm.
Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after main road crash - police statement
The A259 Seaford Road has been blocked in both directions since earlier this afternoon due to a crash, which police said involved a car and a motorbike.
Recap: Crash involving two vehicles 'blocks' A27
A crash involving two vehicles led to traffic queuing on A27 Lewes Road both ways near Thornwell Road.
Two men charged for alleged involvement with organised crime group
Two men from Brighton and Hoce have been charged with offences in connection with involvement with an organised crime group.
Water company told to spend millions after watchdog finds years of failings
South East Water's apology comes as the regulator orders a multi-million pound redress package and an independent monitor to be paid for by the company.
Live updates as main road blocked both ways by crash
The A259 Seaford Road has been blocked both ways between Gaylis Farm and Old Willingdon Road / Jevington Road due to a crash.
Recap: Motorcyclist 'seriously injured' in crash that closed main road
The A259 Seaford Road was blocked both ways between Gaylis Farm and Old Willingdon Road / Jevington Road due to a crash.
Water company told to spend millions after watchdog finds years of failings
South East Water's apology comes as the regulator orders a multi-million pound redress package and an independent monitor to be paid for by the company.
Woman 'feared she would die' in dog attack that may result in amputation
Abbie Craig, 28, was attacked by a Cane Corso dog in Sunningdale Court, Crawley, on July 11
Man bailed after incident involving armed police response
Police received a report of a woman being threatened and her car being damaged with objects in Clifton Road, Worthing.
Police officers praised for actions during 'frightening' mid-air emergency
PC Andre Owen, PC Tara Bernard, and Special Constable Julius Gudaitis were nominated for a Police Federation Bravery Award after intervening when a severely intoxicated passenger became violent on a routine flight from Tenerife to Gatwick on March 13, 2023.
Live updates as A27 closed due to roadworks causing severe traffic
The A27 Arundel Road Eastbound is closed this morning due to overrunning roadworks, leading to severe delays.
Severely ill man faces losing his home - but the NHS could hold the key to keeping it
Paul Robinson, 71, from Goring, developed recurring sepsis in November 2018 and depends on a ventilator for up to 16 hours a day
Death of distinguished explosives officer sparks veterans cancer concerns
A coroner has raised concerns about chemicals that explosives officers are being exposed to following a Sussex man’s death









































