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Germany mourns five killed and 200 injured in attack on Christmas market
Germans have mourned the victims of an apparent attack in which authorities say a doctor drove into a busy outdoor Christmas market, killing five people and injuring 200 others..
Tyson Fury loses title showdown against Oleksandr Usyk by unanimous decision
Tyson Furys mission to avenge his only professional defeat ended in crushing disappointment as he lost on a unanimous points decision to unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh..
Quarter of 18 to 34 year olds expect cost of Christmas to put them into debt
A quarter (25%) of 18 to 34-year-olds expect the cost of Christmas to put them into debt, a survey has found..
Christmas getaway disruption as some flights cancelled due to high winds
A perfect storm of bad weather and millions of travellers has resulted in disruption at the start of the Christmas getaway period with some flights and ferries cancelled due to high winds..
Lower housebuyers bills with solar panels on newbuild roofs ministers urged
Housebuilders should lower buyers bills with solar panels on every roof, renewable energy charity and company chiefs have urged..
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..
Local News
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.
Chris Packham backs campaign against building on green land
Chris Packham supports the No to WivelsTown campaign, opposing government plans to build on East Sussex green spaces and urging sustainable housing solutions.
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.
£15k in parking fines issued in three days and cars seized for ignoring 81 fines
The council has fined persistent parking offenders £15,000 in a targeted crackdown.
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.
St George’s Church welcomes a folk legend in 2025
Folk musician Seth Lakeman brings his The Granite Way tour to Brighton’s St George’s Church on March 1, 2025, showcasing his new album inspired by Devon folklore.
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.
Eastbourne council signs deal with major theatre operator
Eastbourne Borough Council partners with Trafalgar Theatres to operate the Congress Theatre, Devonshire Park Theatre, and Winter Garden, ensuring world-class entertainment.
Local MP joins 'Vicky the cow' to show support for farmers
A local MP joined farmers outside Parliament to show support against the proposed family farm tax.
Housebuilder donates 240 Christmas tree saplings to schools
Barratt Homes donates 240 Christmas tree saplings to Willingdon and Grovelands primary schools in East Sussex, supporting outdoor learning and ecology.
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.
Cat missing for months after 'jumping into tradesman's van'
A devastated cat owner has pleaded for help to find her missing moggy after it jumped into the back of a workman’s van
Gatwick taxi driver fears Uber could 'put all cab drivers out of work'
A Crawley taxi driver has spoken out about the effect app-based companies are having on his profession