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Households To Slam Brakes On Spending As Iran War Sends Cost Surging Warns EY
Consumer spending is set to pull back sharply as an inflation spike caused by the Iran war takes its toll on household finances and the wider economy, according to a report..
Sales Of Electric Used Cars Up 32 To Hit Record Level
Sales of used pure electric cars reached a new high in the first three months of the year, figures show..
Starmer Vows To Prove Doubters Wrong After Local Election Drubbing
Sir Keir Starmer vowed to prove his “doubters” wrong as he fought back against calls for him to quit..
Pudsey Bear Finds Voice For Children In Needs Mental Health Campaign
Pudsey Bear will speak for the first time in more than 40 years as part of a campaign encouraging children to talk about their mental health..
Senior Doctors Across England Balloted On Taking Strike Action
Senior doctors in the NHS in England are being balloted on whether they wish to take strike action..
Defence Ministers To Outline Contribution To Strait Of Hormuz Mission
Defence ministers from more than 40 nations will meet on Tuesday to discuss the plans led by the UK and France to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz..
Adolescence Star Owen Cooper Pays Tribute To The Beatles After Bafta Win
Owen Cooper paid tribute to John Lennon and The Beatles as he collected a Bafta Television Award for Adolescence..
Rayner Starmer Needs To Set Out Change And Bring Back Burnham
Angela Rayner has called on Sir Keir Starmer to “set out the change our country needs” as she warned Labour is facing its “last chance” after a disastrous set of election results..
Daizen Maeda Nets Memorable Goal As Celtic Close Gap On Leaders With Rangers Win
A resurgent Daizen Maeda delivered a memorable Celtic Park goal as the champions cut the gap on William Hill Premiership leaders Hearts to one point with a 3-1 comeback win over Rangers..
Starmer Fighting To Keep Job As Former Minister Warns He Has Lost The Country
Sir Keir Starmer will set out a “fresh direction” as he battles to save his job in the face of a leadership challenge following Labour’s disastrous election results..
Daniel Dubois Warrior Spirit Made Me Climb Off Canvas To Claim World Title
Daniel Dubois believes he demonstrated his “warrior” spirit after twice rising from the canvas to claim the WBO heavyweight title by stopping Fabio Wardley in an all-British barnburner..
Adolescence Tipped To Triumph At Bafta TV Awards
Adolescence is tipped to triumph at the Bafta TV awards following its headline-making year..
Army Parachutes Team On To Tristan Da Cunha To Support Hantavirus Response
A specialist Army team and medical personnel have been parachuted on to the British overseas territory Tristan da Cunha with medical aid and equipment, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has said..
Dieters Who Want To Keep Weight Off Should Walk 8500 Steps Per Day
Dieters who want to keep the weight off should make sure they are walking 8,500 steps per day, new research suggests..
David Morrissey Opens Up About Alcoholism Following Death Of His Father
Actor and film-maker David Morrissey has revealed he is a “recovering alcoholic” and has opened up about his “self-destructive” behaviours that followed the death of his father..
Children Use Pester Power To Get Parents To Buy Junk Food Study
Children are winning the war when it comes to getting their parents to buy junk food, new research suggests, with parents frequently caving in to demands for fatty and sugary foods..
Plaid Cymru Will Seek To Form Minority Welsh Government Leader Says
Rhun ap Iorwerth has said Plaid Cymru will seek to form a minority Government in Wales, as he spoke outside the Senedd after a historic election..
Rory McIlroy Makes Dig At LIV Finances But Open To Players Returning To PGA Tour
Masters champion Rory McIlroy took aim at LIV Golf’s financial plight, but is not against players returning to the PGA Tour..
Man With Life Threatening Injuries After Car Hits Pedestrians
A man has suffered life-threatening injuries after a car hit multiple pedestrians in a town centre..
Chris Packham Says David Attenborough Has Been Enormous Mentor Over The Years
TV nature presenter and activist Chris Packham has described veteran broadcaster Sir David Attenborough as “an enormous mentor over the years” while speaking at an event in honour of his 100th birthday..
Local News
From shy youngster to rising star: My interview with River Isaac
The first time I interviewed River Isaac was in 2017. It didn’t go well.
Country house with pool, paddock and 15 acres of woodland on market for £5 million
An Edwardian country estate has come up for sale.
Restaurant unveils special Father’s Day feast inspired by family traditions
A Worthing restaurant is set to mark Father's Day with a special menu.
New exhibition explores family ties in works by Moore and Freud
An exhibition is putting a personal twist on the work of two major 20th-century artists.
Wildflower volunteers celebrate gold medal success at Chelsea Flower Show
Wild flowers grown by a Brighton conservation society helped gardeners secure a top award at the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Eco-comedy explores one woman’s journey from city life to nature
An eco-comedy is set to take centre stage in Worthing.
Fudge fans can sample new flavour for free on special day
Visitors to the Brighton pantry on National Fudge Day can enjoy free samples of Roly's Fudge new tiramisu flavour.
Energy leaders discuss cleaner power and economic growth opportunities
A more secure and sustainable energy system could be on the horizon.
Small businesses invited to try high street retail without the risk
A pop-up scheme is offering small businesses a chance to test retail in the heart of the city.
Unlimited drinks and live entertainment on menu at new brunch event
Barbara's Bier Haus has introduced a new bottomless brunch complete with an après ski atmosphere in Brighton.
Life-saving CPR skills showcased at popular emergency services event
Life-saving skills took centre stage during a community emergency services event.
Gatwick Airport passengers warned of 6-hour airport queues at 4 big holiday hotspots
The wider rollout of the EU’s Entry and Exit System (EES) has led to major delays, with these four holiday hotspots among the worst affected.
Royal visit shines a spotlight on zoo’s conservation and education work
Drusillas Park was honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Gloucester on a special royal visit.
New film festival shines spotlight on stories of exile and resilience
A film festival is set to bring unheard voices to the big screen through stories of exile, hope and resilience.
Yoga, music and market stalls planned for Sussex Day celebrations
Families are invited to celebrate Sussex Day with a wide range of activities and events.
Fitness coach takes on Three Peaks Challenge with unique twist
A Hassocks personal trainer is planning to attempt the Three Peaks Challenge barefoot.
New coach scheme helps schools access theatre and museum trips
Transport costs are putting cultural trips out of reach for some children.
Amber moonlight transforms night sky in striking Sussex images
These photographs capture May's blue moon rising over Sussex, glowing amber against the night sky.
Student leaders gather to help shape the future of their schools
Student leaders gathered to share ideas and shape the future of education.
Goodwood visitors can meet racing legend Lightning McQueen this July
A star racer is to make an appearance at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.











































