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Woman 19 Dies After Gunshots Heard Coming From House
A 19-year-old woman has died after gunshots were heard at a house in north London, police said..
Mother Of Nottingham Attacks Victim Says There Has Been Miscarriage Of Justice
The mother of a student who was stabbed to death by paranoid schizophrenic Valdo Calocane said there has been a miscarriage of justice as bereaved families called for accountability and change..
Starmer Gives Tech Companies Ultimatum Over Children Sending Naked Images
Technology companies have been given an ultimatum to stop children sending and receiving explicit images on their devices or face a change to the law, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said..
Sikh Group Calls For Public Inquiry Into Henry Nowak Death
The Government should hold a public inquiry into the “catastrophic multi-agency failures” surrounding the death of Henry Nowak, a Sikh lobby group has said..
Eriksens Collapse A Reminder Of Impact Cardiac Conditions Can Have Charity
Footballer Christian Eriksen’s collapse “is a reminder of the potentially devastating impact that cardiac conditions can have on so many young people”, the chief executive of a charity has said..
Alexander Zverev Savours A Happy End At French Open After Grand Slam Heartache
Alexander Zverev put his grand slam heartache behind him to finally lift a major trophy at the French Open..
George Russell Adamant He Is Still In Title Fight Despite Monaco Woes
George Russell insists he “100 per cent” remains in the world championship fight despite dropping more points to title rival Kimi Antonelli at Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix..
Christian Eriksen Conscious After Collapsing During Denmark Match
Christian Eriksen is “conscious and doing well” after the Denmark midfielder appeared to collapse in Sunday’s friendly with Ukraine..
PM Hosts Ukrainian Leader For Number 10 Talks
The German Chancellor and French President join Sir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky at Downing Street to discuss Ukraine's future.
Tuchel Frustrated By Laboured England Win
Three Lions stumble to 1-0 success over New Zealand in Tampa as World Cup warm-up games begin.
Lenny Henry Says First Stand Up In 15 Years Comes As Racism Still At Large
After 16 years away from touring, the 67 year old is going back on the road..
Electricity Usage Forecast To Spike During England And Scotland World Cup Games
England and Scotland’s group games at the 2026 Fifa World Cup could kick off a national electricity spike equivalent to the total amount needed to power Leeds and Glasgow, according to Britain’s energy system operator..
New AI Tool Which Colour Codes The Body During Live Surgery Used In UK First
A new AI tool which colour-codes different parts of the body during live operations has been used by surgeons for the first time in the UK..
FIFA Will Allow Plastic Water Bottles At World Cup After Backlash To Ban
FIFA has again amended its water bottle policy for the upcoming World Cup in North America, allowing fans to bring in one sealed, disposable 590ml bottle into stadiums..
Sarah Michelle Gellar Leads Tributes To Buffy Co Star Anthony Head Im Not OK
American actress Sarah Michelle Gellar has led the tributes to her Buffy The Vampire Slayer co-star Anthony Head after the death of the English actor aged 72..
Britvic Sued By Owners Of Glamping Cabin Over Image Used In Holiday Competition
J2O maker Britvic is being sued for thousands in damages by the owners of a glamping cabin who claim that the company infringed their copyright by using images of the site as part of a competition..
New Appeal On 30th Anniversary Of Melanie Hall Disappearance In Bath
Detectives have made a fresh appeal for information to help solve the murder of a university graduate on the 30th anniversary of her disappearance..
Blueprint For Defence Spending Will Be A Step Up Starmer Vows Amid Delay
The blueprint for Britain’s defence spending will be “another step up” in the amount spent on the military, Sir Keir Starmer has vowed..
Andoni Iraola Cannot Promise Success But Is Ready For Challenge At Liverpool
New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola accepts he cannot promise success but is aware of what is expected of him and is ready for the challenge of winning titles..
Andrew Sublet Royal Lodge Homes And King Pays Beatrice And Eugenies Rent Report
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received an undisclosed private income from subletting three cottages on his Royal Lodge estate while paying a peppercorn rent for more than two decades, an investigation has shown..
Local News
Youth-curated festival events to showcase emerging Sussex talent
Young people are to take charge of Brighton Festival events this weekend.
Malory Towers stage adaptation brings Enid Blyton classic to life
A stage adaptation of Malory Towers is playing at the Theatre Royal this week.
Woman spends night in former prison to raise dementia awareness
A Sussex property expert took part in a haunting overnight challenge.
Community invited to enjoy day of entertainment at summer fayre
A summer fayre is set to bring the community together with a day full of fun in Burgess Hill.
Community football session helps promote mental health awareness
Local mental health network UOK teamed up with Brighton and Hove Albion Foundation to kick off Mental Health Awareness Week with a free football session.
Public invited to help shape future planning across national park
A new planning blueprint could shape the future of the South Downs National Park.
Classic motorcycles and tailored style on display in charity ride
Stylish photographs from The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride capture riders travelling from Shoreham to Chichester city centre in support of men's mental health.
Mum to ride full Tour de France Femmes route for charity
Hassocks mum taking on 1,175km Tour de France Femmes challenge for children’s cancer charity.
Bus staff embrace Roald Dahl theme for children’s charity fundraiser
To celebrate the 35th anniversary of Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, Stagecoach South swapped their uniforms for golden tickets and giant peaches.
MP backs youth support centre amid concerns over bank closure
Nusrat Ghani MP has backed efforts to safeguard youth support services amid concerns over a nearby bank closure.
Seaside Awards handed to two beaches for cleanliness and facilities
A pair of popular beaches in Arun have been recognised for their high standards and visitor experience.
Careers fair helps students explore future education and job options
Ark Alexandra Academy in Hastings welcomed more than 20 employers, colleges, universities and training providers to its first ever careers fair.
Teen filmmaker set for red carpet appearance at film awards
A young Brighton-based filmmaker, Rosie Merat-Brandwood (17), has been recognised by the Into Film Awards.
Consultation opens on proposals to reorganise council boundaries
People in East Sussex are being offered a say on the latest government proposals to move parts of the county into Brighton and Hove.
Safer streets and cleaner air should not be controversial goals
Knoyle Hall is one of the best-used and much-loved community spaces in Preston Park ward, writes Steve Davis.
Popular tribute band to perform two classic albums in full at church show
A tribute show is returning to the Brighton stage.
Twilight garden event returns with live music and sparkling wine
Tickets are now available for the return of Leonardslee Lates.
Twelve students graduate from intensive firefighting development programme
Twelve Sussex young people have completed a firefighting development course.
Images show historic tall ship arriving at port for free onboard visits
The Morgenster, a Dutch tall ship which is 29 metres high, arrived at Shoreham Port this afternoon (May 21).
Charity meal to raise funds for street children in Bangladesh
A café will throw a charity event to support street children in Bangladesh's capital.











































