Chaos ruled in front of a record Ashes crowd as Australia got the better of the Boxing Day madness at the MCG..

Actress Tracy-Ann Oberman has spoken about her emotional return to EastEnders, as her character is back on screens to “create havoc” in Albert Square..

A cold health alert has been issued for Christmas Day, as forecasters said the prospect of a white Christmas was “highly unlikely”..

Hospital admissions for flu in England are falling for the first time this winter, though health officials have warned the virus is “still with us” and that infections could “bounce back” in the new year..

The family of a 13-year-old girl have said they are “heartbroken” by her death, as police continue to investigate after arresting a teenage boy on suspicion of harassment..

Passengers travelling home on Christmas Eve have faced travel difficulties after railway services from a major airport were disrupted because of a lack of staff..

Shoppers descended on UK high streets and retail parks to buy last-minute gifts on Christmas Eve, boosting retailers amid a challenging consumer backdrop..

More than one million people will be working on Christmas Day, often in low-paid jobs, according to new research..

The King has chosen Westminster Abbey as the location for his Christmas broadcast, which will have the key theme of pilgrimage..

Royal Colleges representing more than 90,000 health professionals have joined forces to urge pregnant women to get their flu vaccine as soon as possible..

England’s demoralising Ashes tour lurched to a fresh low as their player of the series, Jofra Archer, was ruled out with the latest in a long line of injuries..

A baby boy who has been in hospital for the majority of his life is preparing to spend his first Christmas at home after finally being discharged..

A man accused of drugging and raping his ex-wife over a 13-year period has been remanded into custody, with five other men due to appear in court over alleged sex offences against her..

A police officer injured in the Bondi terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration in Australia has woken from a medically induced coma, his family said..

Young people leaving care will benefit from free prescriptions, as well as free dental and eye care, until their 25th birthday under new measures announced by the Government..

Christmas Eve will be the busiest day for cash machines in 2025, with nearly £370 million set to be withdrawn on December 24, ATM and cash access network Link predicts..

A UK-backed initiative is working with farmers in Kenya to turn tea waste into clean energy and fertiliser..

A UK-backed initiative is working with farmers in Kenya to turn tea waste into clean energy and fertiliser..

Singer Barry Manilow has revealed he has a cancerous spot on his lung and will undergo surgery..

Singer Chris Rea, whose songs include the festive hit Driving Home For Christmas, has died at the age of 74, a spokesperson for his family said..

Horsham District Council has confirmed discussions on the development of its Local Plan are set to progress.

Steve Davis talks housing in the latest edition of his column

West Sussex County Council and the local NHS are inviting carers to share their views on the priorities for the refreshed Carers Strategy.

Hastings RNLI volunteer crew are inviting the community to join this year’s December Dip on Sunday, December 14.

Twelve-year-old Eastbourne prodigy Mason Wimalasena is rapidly emerging as one of Britain’s most exciting young talents.

Three people were arrested on suspicion of illegal money lending following a major operation across East Sussex.

Grundon Waste Management has teamed up with Crisis, the charity for people experiencing homelessness, to raise awareness of the dangers of sleeping in bins.

Brighton has been revealed to be the powerhouse for music lovers, thanks to its vibrant live scene and rich musical heritage.

West Wittering Parochial CofE Primary School received a donation from independent housebuilder Dandara to help with the upkeep of its swimming pool.

A University of Brighton graduate living with cancer is launching a bold new art collective.

More than one thousand people turned out to support grassroots music as the ‘Keeping Music Live’ tour travelled to seven UK cities this autumn.

Beast Films’ Lawrence Jacomelli and Victoria Taylor, who usually produce commercials and corporate films, created a feature-length film.

West Sussex County Council’s Fire and Rescue Service Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the Fire and Rescue Service Strategic Performance Report.

Wealden District Council’s Cabinet has proposed a freeze on Council Tax for 2026/27 to help many struggling households.

Gabrielle (Gabi) Yetter's latest poetry collection, Dancing With The Moon, will have all its profits donated to Eastbourne Foodbank for the next 60 days.

St Johns Ambulance Sussex have announced the winners of the recent County Cadet of the Year Competition.

Brighton and Hove City Council is updating its Community Safety and Crime Reduction Strategy and has launched a public consultation to hear your views.

A property in Brighton with striking sea views is on the market.

A new immersive light installation, In the Beginning, has been unveiled at the Church of the Annunciation in Brighton.

The Glyndebourne Festival has announced its new season featuring two debuts.