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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
Dramatic six-minute deer rescue by East Sussex wildlife volunteers
East Sussex Wildlife Rescue & Ambulance Service’s deer disentanglement team were called after walkers discovered a fallow buck caught in electric fencing.
School trip teaches pupils teamwork, ecology and independence
More than 120 Year 7 pupils from The Gatwick School, part of Aurora Academies Trust, recently took part in a two-day educational trip to Aspect Nature Reserve.
The 'genteel' area of Sussex home to star named the 'sexiest man alive'
Did you know that this area of Sussex is home to the 'sexiest man alive'? Hove is where Wicked and Bridgerton star calls home.
Let’s talk mental health and keep people connected
This month, as part of our Healthy Conversations campaign, we’re talking about something that touches every one of us – our mental health.
Fantastic family dining deals this month
Parents – and grandparents – rejoice! There are loads of fantastic family dining deals to be had in Brighton and Hove this month, writes Nick Mosley.
'Lovely' thatched pub nestled in Sussex countryside with 'stunning views'
The Ginger Fox in the South Downs was recommended by a visitor on TikTok, who said it is a "lovely" spot with "quality" food.
Fabulous camellia bushes and easy-to-grow hydrangea
With only a few weeks to go until the big day, there are already signs of the festive season appearing at home.
Is it time for some new national commemorations?
Did you see the look on his face? Not a happy bunny. I don’t blame him.
Pictures capture crisp autumn day in Sussex
Stunning pictures capture a crisp autumn day in Sussex.
Champions crowned in unique festive contest
Catsfield Christmas Tree Farm’s ever-popular Festive Tree Fling returned for the fifth time at the weekend with plenty of festive cheer
Minister condemns water company over 'appalling' pollution spill
The water minister has condemned the actions of a water company after a major pollution spill
Councillors approve next stage of 60 homes scheme
Proposals linked to a major housing development on the outskirts of Uckfield have been given the go ahead by Wealden councillors
Man driving BMW while on ketamine banned from the roads
A man was disqualified from driving for 17 months after being caught behind the wheel with ketamine in his bloodstream in Singleton, West Sussex
Ride illegal e-bikes and face 'severe consquences' say authorities as they host event
An engagement event has encouraged the public to consider e-bike safety and the importance of buying legal products
Impressive value and top-tier fish and chips at this hidden gem
Many people might think of Bohemia as a cocktail bar or purely an evening venue, writes Nick Mosley.
Sports courts will be built by historic site amid fears it could hamper events
Southdown Sports Club, in Lewes, East Sussex, is permitted by South Downs National Park authority to build padel courts next to Lewes Priory
Full list of stops as beloved Santa Bus gears up to hit the streets for a good cause
Brighton & Hove Buses is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved Santa Bus.
New H&M store to open in flagship site in shopping centre
A new H&M store looks set to open at a shopping centre
Nigella Lawson to attend launch of pioneering new pub that's close to her heart
Nigella Lawson will be helping a pioneering new pub in Brighton to celebrate its opening
'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.











































