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Pepsi Withdraws As Main Sponsor Of Wireless Festival Amid Kanye West Backlash
Pepsi and Diageo have withdrawn their sponsorship of Wireless Festival in London after Kanye West was announced as the headline act..
Travel Disruption Continues As Warnings Lifted Early After Storm Dave
Travel disruption is continuing in the wake of Storm Dave after yellow weather warnings were lifted early as it pulled away..
Trump Says Missing US Service Member Has Been Rescued In Iran
A US service member who has been missing since Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued, Donald Trump said..
April State Pension Changes Why It Is Crucial For Workers To Plan Ahead
Some key changes to state pensions are happening from April, affecting the amounts of income that pensioners have as well as the age at which some people may retire..
Derek Chisora Pondering Future After Split Decision Loss To Deontay Wilder
Derek Chisora was left with mixed emotions after he suffered defeat in his final bout, but only after an exhilarating fight of the year contender with Deontay Wilder at a raucous O2 Arena..
Rail Delays And Yellow Wind Warnings As Storm Dave Due To Ease On Easter Sunday
Storm Dave caused road closures and train disruptions early on Easter Sunday morning, with the forecast expected to clear throughout the day..
University Panel To Recommend Removal Of Scott Mills Honorary Doctorate
Former Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills could lose his honorary doctorate of arts from Southampton Solent University after he was sacked by the BBC..
Masculinity Crisis Brewing In Schools Teaching Union Warns
There is a “masculinity crisis” brewing in schools, a teaching union has warned, as the percentage of female teachers reporting they have faced misogyny from pupils rises for the fourth year in a row..
Two US Aircraft Shot Down By Iran With One Crew Member Missing
One US service member was rescued and at least one was missing after Iran shot down two US military planes in separate attacks in a dramatic development in the war began nearly five weeks ago..
Three Due In Court Over Alleged Arson Attack On Jewish Community Ambulances
Three males are due in court after four Jewish community ambulances were targeted in an alleged arson attack in north-west London..
Nasa Spacecraft Enroute To Moon For Flyby More Than 100000 Miles From Earth
Astronauts heading to the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years are currently more than 100,000 miles (160,930 kilometres) from Earth and in “good spirits”, according to Nasa officials..
Millions Take To Roads Ahead Of Windy Easter Weekend
Millions of travellers are taking to the road ahead of a windy Easter weekend with Storm Dave forecast to bring gusts of up to 90mph..
Lamb Costs Soared Over Last Three Years Due To Climate Change Report
Households that eat lamb regularly have seen £168 added to the cost over the last three years due to climate change, according to a report..
Home Emergency Callouts Set To Spike On Easter Monday Analysis Indicates
Emergency callouts for problems around homes – such as blocked drains, toilet faults and leaking pipes – often spike on Easter Monday, according to a specialist provider..
Manned Mission To Moon Fires Engines To Leave Earths Orbit
Nasa’s first manned Moon mission in more than five decades fired its rockets early on Friday to break out of Earth’s orbit..
Marks Spencer Boss Warns Crime Is Getting More Brazen
Crime has become “more brazen, more organised and more aggressive” with staff on the high street facing daily abuse and violence, Marks & Spencer’s retail director has said..
Tiger Woods Turns Down Chance To Captain The United States At 2027 Ryder Cup
Tiger Woods has turned down the opportunity to captain the United States at the 2027 Ryder Cup, the PGA of America has announced..
Lift Off For First Manned Moon Mission In More Than 50 Years
Nasa’s first manned Moon mission in more than 50 years that will take astronauts deeper into space than any human has gone before has blasted off..
Shopkeepers Prepare For Further Trouble After High Street Swarmed By Teenagers
Shopkeepers in a high street twice swarmed by several hundred children are bracing themselves for further unrest in the school holidays..
Household Energy Bill Drop Short Lived Respite Amid Fears Of July Hike
Household energy prices are falling by 7% from Wednesday in a “short-lived respite” for households already braced for a predicted 18% hike from July..
Local News
Report highlights suicide and mental health crisis in Sussex
The Improving Health Report, published by Sussex Community Foundation, highlights major disparities in health and wellbeing.
Museum treats mums to free entry and special activities
Any mum visiting Amberley Museum on Mother’s Day, Sunday, March 15, can enjoy free admission to the Museum.
Creative talents celebrated at free Meet the Makers event
On March 28 and 29, Portslade will host a weekend showcasing local creative art, workshops and live demonstrations.
Parish council launches awards to honour community champions
Warnham Parish Council has announced the winners of its first-ever Warnham Parish Community Awards.
New novel blends autism awareness with rock and roll fantasy
A time-travelling jukebox, an orphaned dreamer, and a star-studded tour through rock and roll history are at the heart of a new book.
New monthly run club connects creatives on the move
A University of Brighton alumnus and sustainable business founder has launched a new run club bringing students face-to-face with industry professionals.
We are restoring pride in Brighton and Hove seafront
Before our Labour administration was even elected, it was clear to us that residents and businesses were frustrated by persistent deterioration of the seafront.
Football pitches complete at new £3.5 million community sports hub
The Wealden Community Sports Hub has been making huge progress as facilities at the site are being completed.
Sussex actress named among Variety’s 10 Brits to Watch
Brighton actress Miriam Petche was featured at the Newport Beach Film Festival UK and Ireland Honours.
Hospital portrait project promotes pride in visible differences
Patients with a cleft lip or palate are now receiving a professional keepsake portrait as part of their appointment at University Hospitals Sussex.
Plans submitted to dispose of public open space sites
Brighton and Hove City Council have announced plans to lease two areas of public land.
Trapped buck tangled in vines rescued by RSPCA
A deer trapped in thick vines has been rescued by the RSPCA.
Man thanks paramedics for five extra years after cardiac arrest
Thanks to the actions of South East Coast Ambulance Service, Crawley man, Jeffrey Fox, is celebrating five more years of life after suffering a cardiac arrest.
Brighton community set for £20m boost and now is your chance to be a part of it
Whitehawk will establish a dedicated Neighbourhood Board to oversee the initiative and ensure residents have a direct say in shaping the area’s future.
The Sussex winemaker who is one of the best in the world
Cherie Spriggs, head winemaker at Nyetimber, is credited with raising the profile of English sparkling wine globally
You can opt out of council weed removal which uses controversial chemical
Residents across Brighton and Hove can now apply for their street to opt-out of the council’s weed maintenance programme by teaming up with neighbours.
Sussex chef aged 23 makes the finals of prestigious UK competition
The Roux Family are delighted to share the names of the 18 chefs who have reached the regional finals for The Roux Scholarship 2026.
Drivers prepare for three weeks of night time road closures
Drivers in Mark Cross should prepare for night time road closures due to essential repair work on the A267
Memorial bench left buried under stones after winter storms
A memorial bench that was left buried under stones in the aftermath of winter storms has attracted attention from beach-goers
Meet the woman who has launched a business making bags from old towels
A woman has launched a business which turns old towels into premium bags and washbags











































