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Irish Government Announces 505m Euro In Fuel Cost Measures After Protests
Further reductions of duties on fuel and a delay in a carbon tax increase have been announced by Irish premier Micheal Martin after an emergency cabinet meeting agreed on a response to the fuel crisis following major protests..
Rorys Lead Evaporates At The Masters
The Northern Irishman remains the joint clubhouse leader, level with the USA's Cam Young.
No Deal In US Iran Peace Talks
Lack of agreement after 21-hour Islamabad negotiations leaves fragile ceasefire in doubt.
Expert Teams To Be Sent To Worst Corridor Care Offenders In Bid To End Practice
Teams of experts will be deployed to NHS trusts with the highest rates of corridor care in a bid to end the “unacceptable, undignified” practice, the Government has announced..
Golden Eagles Could Be Reintroduced To England With New Funding Ministers Say
Bird lovers could see golden eagles return to England, the Government has said, as it announced new funding to explore their reintroduction..
We Will Not Tolerate This Any Longer Irish Police To Step Up Enforcement
The head of Ireland’s police service has vowed to step up enforcement against fuel-cost protesters blocking critical infrastructure..
I Am Maximus Storms To Famous Second Win In The Grand National
I Am Maximus became the first horse since Red Rum to regain his crown in the Randox Grand National, as Willie Mullins also became the first trainer since Vincent O’Brien in the 1950s to win three successive editions of the Aintree spectacular..
Eamonn Holmes Recovering In Hospital After Stroke
GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes is recovering in hospital after a stroke, the broadcaster has said..
Woman Who Drank Two Litres Of Gin A Day Set To Run Half Marathon For Charity
A 28-year-old woman who was told she had six months left to live after consuming two litres of gin a day, is running a half marathon to raise money for an alcohol harm charity..
US Iran Talks With Vance And Iranian Officials In Pakistan As Ceasefire Strains
A US delegation led by US vice president JD Vance has arrived in Pakistan for high-level talks with Iranian representatives for the first such meeting since the war began more than a month ago, which will test whether they can shore up a fragile ceasefire and pave the way for peace..
First Manned Moon Mission In More Than 50 Years Splashes Down After Epic Voyage
Nasa astronauts have landed safely back on Earth following their record-breaking lunar flyby which marks a stepping stone towards a future Moon landing and eventual Mars mission..
Public Reminded To Access Care As Normal In Final Days Of Doctors Strike
Members of the public have been urged to seek care as normal over the weekend as resident doctors in England continue their six-day strike..
One Dead 27 Injured As Bus Carrying British Tourists Crashes In Canary Islands
A man has died and four people have been seriously injured after a bus carrying 27 British tourists crashed in the Canary Islands, according to the local government..
Harry Facing Defamation Claim From Sentebale Charity Court Records Show
The Duke of Sussex is being sued for defamation by the Sentebale charity he co-founded, according to High Court records..
Melania Trump Denies False Jeffrey Epstein Smears In Public Statement
US first lady Melania Trump has denied ties to the paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein and called for survivors to be able to give evidence to Congress..
Lebanon Must Be Included In Iran Ceasefire Agreement Yvette Cooper To Say
Lebanon must be included in the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will say in a speech to City leaders on Thursday evening..
Katie Price Banned From Driving Again Over 80mph Speeding Ticket
Katie Price has been banned from driving for the seventh time after failing to respond to police letters about an 80mph speeding ticket..
UK Hits Highest Early April Temperature In 80 Years
Wednesday was the hottest day recorded in the first half of April since 1946.
Man 21 Killed In Primrose Hill Stabbing Named By Police
A 21-year-old man killed in one of two double stabbings on Tuesday has been named by police..
Diesel Tops 190p A Litre But US Iran Ceasefire Raises Hopes Of Price Stability
The UK’s average price of diesel has surpassed 190p a litre, having surged by more than a third since the start of the Iran war, new figures show..
Local News
Council announces winners of £60k community grants
Community projects are set to benefit from £60,000 investment through a new council grant scheme.
Fresh funding awarded to tackle domestic abuse in West Sussex
A fresh round of funding has been awarded to help tackle domestic abuse in West Sussex.
Care home with staff 'who act like family' rated outstanding
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has again rated Portland Road care home in Hove, West Sussex, as outstanding following an inspection in July last year.
Half marathon raises record-breaking £300,000 for charity
More than 800 runners took part in the half marathon to raise funds for Brighton-based HIV charity The Sussex Beacon.
Brighton favourite Lost in the Lanes to reopen after refresh
Popular Brighton eatery Lost in the Lanes in Nile Street will be closed on Tuesday, 24 and Wednesday, March 25 for an extensive refresh.
Sussex charity which supports disabled children shortlisted for national award
Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity (DVLCC) has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award as part of the Lifelites 25 campaign.
Ancient Bronze Age treasures unveiled in newly upgraded gallery
Horsham Museum and Art Gallery has unveiled a new display of Bronze Age artefacts, which was made possible thanks to donations from the Horsham community.
Retired Army veteran walks 10,000 steps a day for brain tumour research
A retired member of the British Army’s Royal Signals from West Sussex has clocked up 10,000 steps to raise vital funds for research into brain tumours.
Insurance firm named best provider for fourth consecutive year
Brighton‑based life insurer, Beagle Street, has been awarded Best Life Insurance Provider at the YourMoney.com Personal Finance Awards 2026.
University gets top marks for teacher training programme
The University of Chichester’s International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) programme has been awarded Grade 1 in its recent inspection by Penta International.
Why trees are vital for Brighton’s future and the fight against climate change
Trees are a key part of our Sussex landscape, writes Jen Eneke.
How much West Sussex County Council is spending on roads this year
The county council will invest £60.7 million maintaining and improving highways in West Sussex over the coming year.
Rare 1,400-year-old Anglo-Saxon artefact to be displayed in Sussex
A rare Anglo-Saxon sword fitting known as the Stopham Mount is set to go on display at The Novium Museum in Chichester.
University lecturer's milestone 1,000th match in professional football
A lecturer at the University of Chichester reached a milestone in English football on Saturday, recording his 1,000th game.
'Will I leave any footprint on this earth after I have gone?'
“You die twice. One time when you stop breathing and a second time, a bit later on, when somebody says your name for the last time."
Brighton and Hove Albion hosts special event celebrating female athletes
Brighton & Hove Albion hosted a special International Women’s Day event at Rockwater.
Art auction at shopping centre raises hundreds for children's charity
The Haywards Heath Mayor’s Charity Silent Art Auction has successfully concluded, raising £578 for the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity.
Classic thriller and comedy to feature in summer theatre run
Eastbourne’s Devonshire Park Theatreproudly hosts a duo of productions from the celebrated production team phil&ben.
Ambulance service launches new volunteering strategy
A new strategy to strengthen volunteering and build more resilient communities has been launched by South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb).
Artist marks 40th anniversary with UK tour starting at Ropetackle
In celebration of his fourth decade as an independent soloist, Shoreham's guitarist and composer Richard Durrant presents his 2026 tour: The Art of Levitation.











































