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Christmas Eve will be the busiest day for cash machines in 2025, with nearly £370 million set to be withdrawn on December 24, ATM and cash access network Link predicts..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

Grandad’s Front Room, located on the High Street in Bognor Regis, was recently awarded £3,000 from Police & Crime Commissioner Safer in Sussex Community Fund.

East Sussex County Council’s Chairman paid tribute to the work of volunteers when he visited a charity dedicated to combatting loneliness and isolation.

Brighton-based pet memorial business Fur and Forever is running a free prize draw to win a £650 gold ring containing the fur or ashes of a pet.

Wealden organisations are invited to apply for funding to boost physical activity and tackle health inequalities in their communities.

Hospice in the Weald is welcoming in-patients back to its hospice in East Sussex, along with a new name to reflect the range of free care now on offer.

Residents and colleagues at HC-One’s Oakhill House Care Home in Horsham had the pleasure of welcoming John Milne MP as part of UK Parliament Week celebrations.

John Milne, Liberal Democrat MP for Horsham, joined volunteers last week at the Horsham Matters Winter Food Collection.

Hazel Lodge care home in Battle recently presented local charity Drawing Life with a cheque for £1,000 to help them continue with art sessions.

PCC Katy Bourne convened a rural crime roundtable, with Deputy Chief Constable Dave McLaren, local councillors, Sussex Police’s Rural Crime Team and farmers.

There’s been a lot in the news recently about forever chemicals, known scientifically as PFAS, writes our columnist Dr James Williams

A Brighton charity providing low-cost office space for the community and voluntary sector is celebrating it's 30th anniversary.

The government's 2025 annual bathing water classifications revealed Saltdean, Brighton Kemptown and Rottingdean Beach have received “Excellent” status

Prept. founded in Sussex in 2020, is set to kick off its first-ever 2026 collaboration series at the acclaimed two-Michelin-starred Opheem in Birmingham.

Small businesses are to benefit from £1 billion every year through laws allowing local authorities to reserve some contracts for suppliers in their area.

Christmas in Little Chelsea returns this Friday for 2025 with festive magic, live entertainment and spectacular fireworks.

Rye College pupils reimagined The Wizard of Oz in a recent school production, performing to an audience of students, staff, family members and special guests.

This year alone, 53,150 of juvenile fish are being introduced into South East rivers, still waters and local clubs, funded by fishing licence income.

An Army veteran from East Sussex is asking people to send a message of hope to veterans this Christmas.

Two University of Brighton-trained nurses have been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Nurse title, celebrating their outstanding leadership and commitment.

Gabby's Dollhouse is coming to Brighton Centre on April 11, 2026, as part of its first-ever UK live tour.