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Unseen Photo Of William And Kate Released For Valentines Day
An unseen photo of the Prince and Princess of Wales has been released to mark Valentine’s Day..
Couple Whose Lives Were Saved By Organ Donation Urge People To Join Register
A married couple whose lives were saved by organ transplants have urged people to join the donor register as one of them faces a wait for a new kidney..
Researchers Uncover Hidden Psychology Behind A Good Kiss
A good kiss has more to do with the “thoughts, fantasies and emotional context we bring to it” than the physical act itself, scientists have discovered..
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..
Local News
School's £1 million artificial all-weather sports pitch plan
Plans for a £1 million artificial all-weather sports pitch at a Brighton secondary school are due to be decided by councillors next week.
Two schools set to merge amid falling pupil numbers
Approval has been given for the merger of two schools, each with its own six-figure financial deficit and the prospect of pupil numbers falling further.
Man demands compensation after incorrect parking fine causes 14 months of 'grief'
Peter Murphy was parked outside Co-op on Dyke Road on November 1, 2024, when he received a parking fine from Brighton and Hove City Council.
Former BBC antiques dealer accused of harassing neighbours
An ex-BBC antiques dealer has appeared at Brighton Magistrates' Court accused of harassing his former neighbours.
Nine of the best spas in Sussex to visit in 2026
From chic coastal retreats to historic houses in the countryside, here’s our pick of the most relaxing and stylish spas in the county
Controversial university society faces backlash from students
A newly introduced university society has received backlash among students.
Police seize vehicle that was 1000kg overweight
As part of a multi-agency operation to combat waste crime, Sussex Police carried out stops on vehicles near Withy Patch Caravan Park, in Lancing, on January 29.
Homelessness is rising and we must act now to protect children and families
Brighton is facing a complex and growing homelessness crisis, with demand for housing and homelessness services increasing in both scale and complexity.
I'm very happy to live in Brighton
Is Brighton broken? The Telegraph thinks so. Imagine Brighton coming 17th out of 20th in a list of Britain’s best cities.
Popular comic Ardal O’Hanlon returns with new live show 'Not Himself'
Comedy royalty Ardal O’Hanlon has announced extra dates for his new UK tour, Not Himself.
Grandmother celebrates freedom from glasses after cataract surgery
A well-travelled Lindfield lady has spoken about the life-changing impact of her recent cataract procedure.
Poinsettia luck, smart bird feeders and snowdrops worth braving the cold for
I have been extremely lucky with my two poinsettias that I purchased back in November 2023, managing to get both to flower again in the run-up to Christmas.
New Volvo EX60 wins major award before hitting UK showrooms
A Worthing car retailer is celebrating early success for one of the most anticipated electric vehicles.
Couple create guide linking Sussex rambles with local vineyards
A new guidebook written by Dr Maddie Blackburn OBE and her husband, Dr Paul Dennison, is set to combine scenic walks with award-winning wines.
MP welcomes new measures to ease pressure on struggling local pubs
Chris Ward MP welcomes major new support package for pubs and high streets.
Council remove banned confectionary products over cancer risk
Officers from Horsham District Council have undertaken visits across the district to remove affected Jolly Rancher sweet products from sale.
Mum develops serious condition after emergency birth at home
New parents Kira and Dan, from Horsham, have been reunited with the SECAmb clinicians who helped deliver their first baby during an emergency home birth
Brighton's first women’s sports bar opens soon
Crossbar Brighton, the UK’s first ever dedicated women’s sports bar, will officially open its doors to the public on February 6.
'Garish' adult gaming centre with slot machines proposed for town centre
Permission is being sought by Merkur Slots for a change of use of the ground and basement floors at 3-4 Connaught Buildings on Chapel Road, in Worthing.
Fish and chip shop helps customers with parking concerns
A fish and chip shop in Billingshurst is going above and beyond to help its customers with parking to save the shopping parade.









































