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Trans rights groups lead emergency protest over landmark gender court ruling
Thousands of trans rights protesters gathered in central London days after a Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman..
London Zoo celebrates hatching of three eggs from extinct in wild dove species
Three extinct-in-the-wild Socorro dove chicks have hatched at London Zoo, marking a hopeful milestone in the bid to bring the species back from the brink of extinction..
Fridays briefing Maguire caps stunning comeback and Tottenham into last four
Manchester United reached the Europa League semi-finals in astonishing fashion, hitting back from the brink of elimination and humiliation to see off Lyon at a bouncing Old Trafford..
Lord Sugar crowns winner of The Apprentice 2025
Lord Sugar has chosen Dean Franklin as the winner of The Apprentice 2025, saying that he has been quite good..
Mothers Day gifts boosted retail sales in March data shows
Mothers Day shopping gave retailers a sales boost in March, an industry body has said..
Two killed in Florida university shooting
A gunman has opened fire at Florida State University, killing two people and wounding at least six others.
Government risked throwing good money after bad in steel talks Reeves
The Government risked throwing good money after bad in its negotiations over the Scunthorpe steelworks, the Chancellor has said..
Protective gear review for prison guards after Manchester bomb plotter attack
The Prison Service will investigate whether frontline staff should be given protective body armour following an attack on officers at HMP Frankland, the Justice Secretary has said..
Cutlery designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh sells for more than 175000
Silver cutlery designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh has been sold for £175,200, nearly six times its estimate..
Lammy expected in Paris as Ukraine talks set to continue
David Lammy is expected in Paris as a series of talks are scheduled between European leaders and Donald Trumps top team about efforts to end the war in Ukraine..
Suspended chief constable will not be prosecuted over alleged sexual offences
The suspended chief constable of Devon and Cornwall Police will not be prosecuted over allegations of sexual offences..
Safari park chimps join hunt for Easter eggs designed by school children
Chimps at a safari park have taken part in an Easter egg hunt as part of a project educating children about animal care..
Strongest evidence yet found of alien life beyond our planet
British researchers have found the strongest evidence yet of alien life beyond our planet..
King hails love as important virtue across religions in Easter message
The King has hailed love as an important virtue across religions and one that the world still needs in a personal Easter message..
Thursdays football briefing Arsenal outclass Real Madrid as Amorim makes Onana decision
Arsenal came of age in Europe by dominating Real Madrid over two legs while Inter Milan also booked their place in the Champions League semi-finals at the expense of Bayern Munich..
Plan to divert millions of patients from waiting lists with GP service expansion
The Government has set out plans to divert up to two million patients from NHS waiting lists by the end of next year..
Climate change will destroy cocoa yields by 2030 without support farmers warn
Cocoa yields will be destroyed by 2030 without financial support and fairer markets, Ivory Coast farmers have warned..
Charities and councils warn of childrens social care breaking point
Councils and charities have joined forces to call on the Government to stabilise a childrens social care system at breaking point, and bolster protections in progressively challenging circumstances..
Colossal squid filmed alive for first time since its discovery a century ago
A colossal squid has been filmed alive in the wild for the first time, 100 years after the species was discovered..
Highest daily number of Channel arrivals so far this year
More than 700 migrants crossed the English Channel on Tuesday in the highest number of arrivals on a single day so far this year..
Local News
Brighton Pride organisers ban political parties from attending event
Political parties have been banned from Pride events, says organisers
2,200 homes near village have been approved
Plans for up to 2200 homes near Bersted have been approved by Arun District Council
How dangerous are rats for humans and pets and how do they spread diseases?
Rats carry multiple diseases, including leptospirosis, but are the rodents dangerous to humans?
Aldi wants to know where in Sussex its next stores should be
Aldi aims to reach 1,500 UK stores and is asking shoppers to email their town suggestions by 8 June 2025. Nominate your area and help bring Aldi’s affordable groceries closer to home
Martin Lewis shares the 'hidden' 3 letter sunscreen code that will save you money
Martin Lewis has shared a useful tip for anyone buying sun cream this summer.
Afghan restaurant can now deliver food until 4am at weekends
An Afghan restaurant can deliver food until 4am at weekends after councillors granted the premises a late-night refreshment licence
'Prolific' burglar smashed his way into shop and stole charity boxes and alcohol
A prolific burglar stole alcohol and charity collection boxes from a shop
Sainsbury’s starts checkout-free payments for shoppers to ‘reduce friction’
Supermarket chain Sainsbury’s has begun trialling checkout-free payments for SmartShop users in stores.
Coronation Street icon reveals 'impossible' to work with co-star after show exit
A Coronation Street icon has slammed an 'impossible' to work with co-star after exiting the ITV show for good.
Gavin & Stacey star Ruth Jones hints at future projects with James Corden
Ruth Jones has hinted at future projects with James Corden at the BAFTAs on Sunday (May 11), following the conclusion of Gavin & Stacey.
Starmer warns UK risks becoming ‘island of strangers’ as he unveils immigration plans
The Prime Minister said tougher restrictions were needed, warning that Britain risked becoming “an island of strangers, not a nation that walks forward together”.
Plans to convert Brighton hotel into 14-bedroom HMO
The proposals, submitted to Brighton and Hove City Council, involve transforming the Kempfield House Hotel at 18 Madeira Place.
'I was caught driving in a bus lane but the cameras are placed just to make money'
Mea Culpa. Last month my postie delivered a most unwelcome mail. It was addressed to my wife and when the letters PCN peeped through the window my first reaction was, ‘What’s Julie been up to now?’ However, when she opened it, it became clear that whilst she is the registered keeper of our car, it was me who drove into the bus lane. My second reaction was, ‘Well that’s not something I ever do,’ so was all ready to appeal but then on closer examination of the dreadfully ambiguous pict
The 'beautiful' site in Sussex named one of the UK's best for a camping holiday
Condé Nast Traveller has rounded up places across the country for "every type of holiday", with a spot in Sussex named best for camping.
Veteran, 84, sets sail in the English Channel in a homemade tin boat
An army veteran has set sail for the Isle of Wight to raise funds for St Wilfrid's Hospice.
Beer garden with 'timeless views' in tiny Sussex village named among UK's best
Big 7 Travel has named the 30 best beer gardens in the UK, with one historic site in a tiny Sussex village being highlighted.
University of Chichester scoops two top prizes for accountancy course
The winners were selected by the top accountancy magazine from a competitive field.
Major milestone reached in £16 million sports hub project
Wealden District Council’s £16.7 m Community Sports Hub in Hailsham has topped out, paving the way for 3G pitches, padel courts, a skate park and a community café ahead of a 2026 opening, funded with support from the Football Foundation.
Father and daughter at glittering event with King and Sir David Attenborough
A father and daughter diving duo who advocate for marine life in Sussex are featured in Sir David Attenborough’s new book.
Rights on the brink for local creatives - the row over AI
Are we soon to see success for a campaign to save Brighton’s most creative minds from having their designs, words and music plundered by artificial intelligence? Ministers have softened their proposals already, but doing nothing is not an option.