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King waves as he leaves Sandringham church service
The King has been pictured waving to well-wishers after attending a church service on his Norfolk estate..
Colleen Hoover supports Blake Lively after legal complaint naming Justin Baldoni
US actress Blake Lively has been supported by It Ends With Us author Colleen Hoover after accusing Justin Baldoni, her co-star in a film of the novel, of sexual harassment in a legal complaint..
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..
Local News
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.
Pupils and staff sport festive knitwear to raise funds for charity
Greenway Junior School in Horsham participated in Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day, raising funds and spreading festive cheer for a great cause.
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.
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.
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.
Santa’s grotto brings Christmas cheer to schoolchildren
Woodland Meed pupils visit The Budding Foundation’s Christmas grotto in Hassocks, enjoying festive fun while raising funds for young people in need.
Hundreds of new homes to be built in Hastings
There has been a considerable increase in the number of new homes set to be built in Hastings, as part of government plans to build 1.5 million new homes
Huge increase in number of new homes to be built in Worthing
There has been a huge increase in the number of new homes set to be built in Worthing, as part of government plans to build 1.5 million new homes
Sussex NHS trusts haven't paid staff their full wages in run up to Christmas
A doctor’s union says it has put three Sussex NHS trusts on the “naughty list” after they failed to pay doctors backpay they were owed in the weeks before Christmas
Christmas bin collection schedule announced for Sussex town
Hastings Borough Council has announced revised bin collection dates over the Christmas period. Here's the full list of changes
Brighton and Hove is voted the most festive city in England
Brighton and Hove has been named England’s most festive city, according to a new study
Pub reopens after major refurbishment - with 'elegant country' interiors
The Old House Inn in Copthorne has reopened after a stunning refurbishment, featuring stylish interiors, updated guest rooms, and an elevated menu of pub classics.
Plans for huge three-storey home on one of Brighton's most expensive streets
Plans have been submitted to demolish a "traditional" house and erect a three-storey replacement on one of Brighton's most expensive streets
Full list of food and drink prices for the Brighton Winter Fayre 2024
The Brighton Winter Fayre has quite a few food and drink vendors to choose from, and here are all their prices
Photographer snaps stunning pictures of Sussex lagoon at sunset
Argus camera club member Glynn Rubidge captured some winter sunset snaps of Widewater Lagoon in Lancing earlier this week.
Rare sea slug spotted in Sussex harbour for first time
The warty Doris sea slug has been recorded in Chichester Harbour for the first time, marking its move to UK waters due to climate change.
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