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Disabled man forced to sell dead wifes possessions to combat cost of living
A disabled man said he has been forced to sell his dead wifes possessions in order to cover the cost of living in recent years..
Barristers to continue strike action with gatherings at courts
Barristers are to continue their strike into a second week, with gatherings of lawyers expected at courts around the country..
Public not up to date with HIV progress since 1980s poll
Fewer than 40% of people in Britain know that those on effective treatment for HIV cannot pass the virus on to partners, a survey suggests..
A third of firms see investment in automation as top priority amid hiring woes
One in three businesses are planning to invest in automation as a priority in the face of staffing shortages, according to new research..
Pubs in England and Wales drop below 40000 for first time on record
There are fewer pubs in England and Wales than ever before, according to analysis that sheds light on the ruinous impact of the pandemic and soaring business costs..
Kite flying festival to mark one year since Taliban takeover of Afghanistan
A multi-city kite-flying festival will mark one year since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan..
Glenda Jackson says Commons culture is by no means equal yet
Glenda Jackson has said the sexist culture in the House of Commons is beginning to crack but is by no means equal yet..
UK retailers eye overseas expansion after Covid curbs ease
A surge of UK retailers are seeking to spread their wings and expand overseas amid a bounce-back in activity following the pandemic..
Posties suffered more than 1600 dog attacks last year says Royal Mail
Some postal workers have been left with permanent and disabling injuries from dog attacks, with than 1,600 incidents reported in the last year..
R Kelly not placed on suicide watch as a punishment say US authorities
Federal authorities have rejected singer R Kellys claims that he was placed on suicide watch as a form of punishment last week after a judge sentenced him to 30 years behind bars for using his fame to sexually abuse young girls..
Several people shot at Copenhagen shopping centre say police
Danish police have said that several people were shot at a Copenhagen shopping centre on Sunday..
80 firefighters tackling blaze at 17 storey block of flats in London
Around 80 firefighters are tackling a fire at a 17-storey block of flats in south-east London..
Dame Kelly Holmes among those celebrating Londons biggest ever pride
Dame Kelly Holmes told Pride attendees we all deserve to have our voices heard.
Family pays tribute to kind hearted teenage stab victim
The family of a teenager who died in a stabbing attack in Wolverhampton has paid tribute to him as a kind-hearted, loving, caring person..
BA and Heathrow welcome slot amnesty as summer schedule deadline approaches
British Airways and Heathrow Airport have welcomed measures to help airlines prevent last-minute flight cancellations over the summer..
Chris Pincher fights to remain MP despite investigation into groping
The Tory under investigation for allegedly groping two men said he is seeking professional medical support and hopes to return to his duties as an MP as soon as possible..
Hundreds gather at vigil for Londoner Zara Aleena
Hundreds of people have gathered at a vigil dedicated to Zara Aleena, who was killed as she walked home from a night-out..
Ship sinks off cost of Hong Kong
Dozens of crew are presumed dead.
Duke of Cambridge welcomes New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern to Kensington Palace
Ms Ardern was in London for talks with Prime Minister Boris Johnson, with trade and the war in Ukraine dominating the agenda..
Silent vigil to be held to bring home Londoner Zara Aleena
Hundreds of people are expected to turn out for a silent vigil for Zara Aleena on Saturday afternoon to walk her home..
Local News
Brighton students glue themselves to frame of Constable’s Hay Wain in climate change protesters from
Masterpiece 'suffered minor damage to its frame' says National Gallery spokesperson
Brighton's Marc Cucurella has already spoken about his dream transfer move amid Man City links
Marc Cucurella has had an outstanding first season at Brighton & Hove Albion and a long line of admirers is forming up with Manchester City among those said to be interested
Nico Tagliafico to Brighton transfer: Barcelona 'dream' dashed, Man City factor, 'bargain' fee
The 29-year-old Argentine international has made 169 appearances for Ajax and has 40 caps for his country, but will the experienced left-back be joining Brighton this summer?
Police appeal after man, 22, dies in hit and run in Ditchling
Officers want to trace a white van with a missing wing mirror after Jack Brandon from Hassocks was struck by a vehicle that failed to stop
Driver dies after crash between car and lorry in Shoreham
Police are now appealing for witnesses
Johanna Konta's quiet life in Sussex away from the spotlight after retiring from tennis
The former British number one and Wimbledon star moved to Eastbourne when she was 14
Creator of Brighton boardgame 'BN1' to put revamped version back on sale for 10th anniversary edition
The boardgame featuring Brighton landmarks has returned to sale this year
Brighton face growing £50m transfer window dilemma as Premier League season approaches
Scott McCarthy, who has been writing about the Seagulls on WeAreBrighton.com since 2009, believes getting some of their key players to sign new contracts may be more important than summer transfers
Zoe Ball spends 'gorgeous' day at Leonardslee Gardens near Horsham to celebrate sister's new book
The BBC Radio 2 presenter visited the attraction near Horsham with her daughter Nelly and sister Hannah
'I've been lucky' - Brighton legend grateful to club's gesture as he puts himself in shop window
After making 223 appearances for Brighton in six years, the midfielder played just 14 times for Burnley, who ended up getting relegated to the Championship last term
Armed police and helicopter called to Worthing incident that saw two boys, 17, arrested
A witness appeal has now been launched by Sussex Police
Sussex dominates list of South East's best beaches as four named in new ranking
Camber Sands, Tide Mills, Birling Gap and Pagham featured on the Sunday Times list
Graham Potter has already dropped a hint on Brighton's plans for former Leeds United target
The 20-year-old defender played just three times for Brighton last term and they were all in the Carabao Cup between August and October
Owner of Brighton's 'best restaurant' planning to open new eatery in city
The man behind Brighton's Burnt Orange has submitted plans for another restaurant in The Lanes
EasyJet flight from Gatwick Airport escorted by Spanish military plane en-route to Menorca
A fighter jet was seen in close proximity to the wing of the easyJet plane
The Crawley homeowner who's turned his unassuming town house into an extraordinary castle
Many children may dream of living in a castle but one Crawley resident has made it his reality
Police investigate hit and run between Ditchling and Clayton
Initially, a section of the road remained closed
Eastbourne roads closed due to residential fire that saw multiple crews called to scene
The cause of the fire is currently unknown
Brighton confirm transfer decision over striker ahead of 2022/23 season after £6m summer deal
Brighton and Hove Albion signed Simon Adingra from Danish Superliga side FC Nordsjaelland last week, but the striker will spend the 2022/23 season on loan with Union Saint Gilloise
'Very excited' - Brighton hero returns to his native country after 11 years of playing overseas
The attacker played 108 times for Brighton between 2015-19 and scored 33 goals, 31 of which came in the Championship and he played a key role in helping them reach the Premier League