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Wildlife Hit Hard By Drought Fires And Heat As Extremes Become New Normal
The UK’s landscapes and wildlife endured drought, heat and fires that gave way to downpours and floods in 2025 as extreme weather becomes the “new normal”..
Earliest Coin Minted In Scotland Saved For Nation After Metal Detectorist Find
The earliest known coin minted in Scotland – almost 900 years ago – has been acquired for the nation after it was found by a metal detectorist..
Majority Of Investors Planning To Boost Portfolios In 2026 Survey Finds
Nearly two-thirds (62%) of investors with at least £100,000 in assets plan to increase the amounts they put away in 2026 despite market uncertainties, a survey indicates..
French Actress Brigitte Bardot Dies Aged 91
French actress Brigitte Bardot has died at the age of 91..
Holly Ramsay Arrives To Her Wedding With Famous Father By Her Side
Model Holly Ramsay has arrived at Bath Abbey for her wedding to Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty with her TV chef father by her side..
England Defeat Australia By Four Wickets In The Boxing Day Ashes Test
England’s long wait for an Ashes win on Australian soil is finally over as they came out on top after two days of mayhem in Melbourne..
Twenty Wickets Tumble On Frenzied First Day At MCG As England Trail By 46 Runs
Chaos ruled in front of a record Ashes crowd as Australia got the better of the Boxing Day madness at the MCG..
Tracy Ann Oberman Returns To EastEnders As Chrissie Watts
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..
Cold Health Alert Issued For Christmas Day
A cold health alert has been issued for Christmas Day, as forecasters said the prospect of a white Christmas was “highly unlikely”..
Flu Hospital Admissions Fall As Health Officials Warn Virus Still With Us
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..
Tributes Paid To 13 Year Old Girl As Police Continue To Investigate Death
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 Face Rail Disruption During Christmas Eve Getaway
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..
More Shoppers Hit High Streets And Retail Parks For Late Christmas Purchases
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 A Million Expected To Be Working On Christmas Day
More than one million people will be working on Christmas Day, often in low-paid jobs, according to new research..
Kings Pilgrimage Themed Christmas Message Filmed In Westminster Abbey
The King has chosen Westminster Abbey as the location for his Christmas broadcast, which will have the key theme of pilgrimage..
Pregnant Women Urged To Get Flu Vaccine As Soon As Possible
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..
Jofra Archer Ruled Out Of Ashes Tour As England Dealt Fresh Blow
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..
Baby Boy Who Has Spent The Majority Of His Life In Hospital Home For Christmas
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..
Man Accused Of Drugging And Raping Ex Wife Remanded Into Custody
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..
Injured Police Officer Wakes From Coma After Bondi Terror Attack
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..
Local News
Night of dance and connection to raise funds for community charities
A night of dance and creativity is set to raise funds for two life-changing charities.
Councillor backs boxing academy supporting young people through sport
North Portslade Independent councillor, Peter Atkinson, recently visited the Mile Oak Boxing Academy.
MP visits primary school to celebrate pupils and hear concerns
St Mark’s Primary School in Whitehawk was delighted to welcome Chris Ward MP to see the school in action and meet children from across his constituency.
'Dazzling winter wonderland' in Sussex named one of UK's best Christmas lights trails
The Times has shared its picks of 19 of the best UK Christmas light trails for 2025, with one top spot in Sussex being named.
Rare art panels set to be restored
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Temporary cycle lane closure announced near Little Preston Street
A temporary closure of a cycle lane has been announced in Brighton.
Christmas centrepiece favourite makes seasonal comeback
Dobbies Brighton has welcomed its annual delivery of poinsettias, marking the start of the festive season with the arrival of the vibrant Christmas favourite.
New flood scheme uses nature to protect homes and restore rivers
A natural flood management scheme in the Upper Beeding area is the first project to benefit from an investment from West Sussex County Council.
Early tickets released for 2026 Festival of Flowers in Chichester
Tickets for the Festival of Flowers at Chichester Cathedral, one of the South’s most eagerly awaited cultural highlights, are now on sale.
Winter wonderlands and festive displays light up British Garden Centres
This festive season, British Garden Centres invites shoppers to explore a sparkling array of Christmas decorating themes.
Former MP arrested on suspicion of sexual communication with child, court hears
A former MP and defence minister was arrested by police over alleged sexual communication with a child, a court has heard
Confusion as city centre bank closes unexpectedly
A bank in Brighton city centre has closed unexpectedly
Warning of rise in deaths as cold snap hits Sussex
There is a risk of deaths due to cold weather as temperatures plummet
Border force ship comes to the rescue after stricken ship issues urgent call
A Border Force ship came to the rescue after a boat suffered an engine failure off the coast of Eastbourne in East Sussex, with RNLI Eastbourne
Popular arts venue closes suddenly due to structural concerns
All Saints Centre, an arts venue in Lewes, East Sussex, has been suddenly closed with immediate effect due to structural concerns with the building
Jane McDonald is coming to Brighton to perform her brand-new album
Jane McDonald will bring her new 19-date Living The Dream tour to Brighton Centre on Monday September 7
Opening date of new Aldi in Hove has been confirmed
The opening date of a new Aldi has been confirmed
Man raped woman while she slept
A man raped a woman while she slept
Jane McDonald is coming to Brighton to perform her brand-new album
Jane McDonald will bring her new 19-date Living The Dream tour to Brighton Centre on Monday September 7
Opening date of new Aldi in Hove has been confirmed
The opening date of a new Aldi has been confirmed









































