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Anthony Joshuas Promoters Awaiting Information After Reports Of Car Crash
British boxer Anthony Joshua has reportedly been involved in a car crash in Nigeria..
Remaining Hotspots Extinguished At Scene Of House Fire That Killed Child
A house blaze that claimed the life of a child has been extinguished by firefighters, Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) said..
Mother And Two Children Died In Boxing Day House Fire Police Say
A mother and her two young children died in a house fire that destroyed their home in the early hours of Boxing Day despite the efforts of her husband to save his family, police said..
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..
Local News
Hove road closures begin for high voltage cable works
Temporary road closures come into force in Hove for the installation of new High Voltage Electricity Cables.
I tried the Stranger Things range at KFC - but did it turn my tastebuds Upside Down?
KFC is collaborating with Netflix to bring a Stranger Things range to their restaurants - here's what I thought
5 new Jet2 destinations readers want to see Gatwick Airport fly to in the future
There are many different new routes Argus readers want to see added as Jet2 options for Gatwick Airport, including France and Belgium.
Drivers warned of A23 disruption as closures extended along route
National Highways has announced extended closures of lay-bys and bus stops.
'Scenic' market town an hour from Sussex is one of UK's prettiest winter spots
This 'charming' market town not too far from Sussex has been named one of the UK's prettiest market towns in winter by travel and property experts.
Council pledges urgent improvements after housing standards breach
Arun District Council acknowledges the findings from the Regulator of Social Housing that the council does not meet certain aspects of the Consumer Standards
Woman caught doing 50mph in 30mph zone among those at Brighton Magistrates' Court
In the Dock: A round-up of recent cases heard at Brighton Magistrates’ Court in East Sussex
'Unique' home with 'spectacular views of English Channel' goes on sale
A "unique" house in Eastbourne, East Sussex, in a breathtaking coastal location, has gone on sale for £2,250,000, with Rager & Roberts
This seafront restaurant is the ideal cosy spot for a hearty roast
On a dull and dreary autumnal day, there is little more comforting than a roast dinner, writes our reviewer
New parking scheme offers two hours free in town centre car parks
Arun District Council has announced the launch of the 2026 Town Centre Parking Disc, offering residents and visitors two hours of free parking once per day
Developer admits it is struggling to fill student accommodation in city
A developer is struggling to fill up two blocks of flats in Brighton with students.
'Inadequate' school with 'serious weaknesses' is visited again by inspectors
Eastbourne Academy, a school in East Sussex rated as "inadequate" by Ofsted is showing some signs of improvement, after a monitoring visit
Plans revealed for 100 new homes on farmland site
Plans have been submitted by Taylor Wimpey to build 100 new homes in Uckfield, East Sussex, on an arable farmland site
Family-run brewery speaks out after being hit by thieves in run up to busiest period
A Sussex business has spoken out after kegs were stolen from their brewery
Best and worst performing train stations in Sussex revealed
Insight from On Time Trains has revealed which train stations in Sussex have the most delays and cancellations. Where do Brighton and Hove rank?
Updates as crews attend house fire
Crews are at the scene of a house fire on The Avenue, Kingston.
Schools explore identity and fairness in Black History Month lessons
Teachers across West Sussex have been working together this October to celebrate Black History Month through lessons, displays and staff initiatives.
'The end of an era': Readers share memories of much-loved burger restaurant
Readers have shared their fond memories of a burger restaurant which has closed after 50 years in the city.
'It's time': Fatboy Slim announces he is selling seafront cafe
Fatboy Slim has announced that he has sold the Big Beach Cafe in Hove
Photoworks marks 30 years with day of talks, workshops and art
To celebrate turning 30, Photoworks have partnered with the University of Brighton to present a day of talks, workshops and photobook launches.










































