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I Had My Hero Moment Today Harry Kane Happy To Rescue England With Late Brace
Captain Harry Kane accepted he was England’s “hero” after his brace sealed a 2-1 comeback win over the Democratic Republic of Congo to rescue the team from the brink of a humiliating round-of-32 World Cup exit..
I Had My Hero Moment Today Harry Kane Happy To Rescue England With Late Brace
Captain Harry Kane accepted he was England’s “hero” after his brace sealed a 2-1 comeback win over the Democratic Republic of Congo to rescue the team from the brink of a humiliating round-of-32 World Cup exit..
Police Officers Called To Henry Nowak Murder Face Gross Misconduct Investigation
Two police officers called to the scene of Henry Nowak’s murder are under investigation for potential gross misconduct after they failed to give him immediate first aid and instead handcuffed him as he lay dying..
Defence Secretary Faces Questions On 47bn Funding Gap Left To Andy Burnham
Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis is facing questions over a £4.7 billion black hole in the plan to raise defence spending and whether Andy Burnham was blindsided by the need to plug that gap in his first budget..
VAs David Bowie Archive To Go On Tour Of UK
The V&A’s David Bowie archive is to go on a tour of the UK featuring 100 items related to the star..
Extreme Weather Increasing Injury Risks And Costs Local Football Clubs Say
Grassroots football clubs are warning that climate change is increasing both the risk of injuries and costs as extreme weather hardens pitches or leaves them waterlogged..
Retailers Caught Selling E Scooters For Commuting Despite Road Ban
Major British retailers have been selling e-scooters for “commuting” despite warnings from police and coroners that it is illegal and puts riders at risk of serious injury or death..
Housebuilders Face Potential Multi Billion Pound Class Action Legal Case
It's over allegations that consumers had to pay higher prices for new-build properties.
Germany Crash Out On Penalties As Paraguay Edge Dramatic Shootout
Germany crashed out of the World Cup after they were beaten on penalties by Paraguay following a 1-1 draw in Boston in the round of 32..
Shop Price Inflation Remains Unchanged In June
That's according to the British Retail Consortium and NIQ.
Murderers Who Kill Their Partner At Home Could Face Extra 10 Years In Prison
Murderers who kill their partner or ex-partner at home could face an extra 10 years in prison as the Government moves to close a sentencing gap..
William Calls For Better Systems And New Approaches To Tackle Homelessness
The Prince of Wales is expected to declare that if “systemic failure” causes homelessness then “systems can help prevent it” when he marks the third anniversary of his project to eradicate the issue..
Maternity Review New National Commissioner Will Tackle NHS Failures
The Government has said it will appoint a national maternity commissioner to drive change after a report concluded families have suffered from repeated failures in NHS care..
Asylum Seekers To Pay 10k Towards Cost Of Their Own Accommodation And Support
Asylum seekers will be made to pay up to £10,000 towards the cost of their accommodation and support once they start earning, Shabana Mahmood has announced..
The Good Life And To The Manor Born Star Dame Penelope Keith Dies Aged 86
Actress Dame Penelope Keith, best known for sitcoms The Good Life and To The Manor Born, has died aged 86, her family said..
Andy Burnham Promises Greater Devolution To Free Country Stuck In A Rut
Andy Burnham promised to give the UK a “new direction” with the biggest transfer of power out of Whitehall in modern times..
Average Portion Of Cod And Chips In UK Hits 1141 Report Finds
A portion of haddock and chips now costs an average of £10.29 across the UK, while cod and chips has reached £11.41, according to a report..
Crisis As Childrens Mental Health Referrals Top A Million In A Year
More than a million children – around one in 10 – in England were referred for, awaiting or getting treatment from mental health services, according to data analysis said to show the “sheer scale of distress young people are facing today”..
Graduate Roles See Record Decline
The number of job vacancies has increased for four months in a row to almost 800,000 but there has been a steep decline in graduate roles, according to research..
Skydiving Plane Crash In Northern France Leaves 11 Dead
A skydiving plane has crashed in north-eastern France, killing all 11 people on board..
Local News
Man pronounced dead after getting into trouble in the sea
A man has been pronounced dead after getting into trouble at West Wittering beach today (July 26), Sussex Police confirmed.
Live updates as man dies after getting into trouble in the sea
There is a large emergency services presence at a serious incident currently unfolding at West Wittering Beach in West Sussex, where a man has been pronounced dead.
Live updates as water outage causes 'absolute pandemonium' at airport
A complete lack of running water is causing 'mayhem' at London Gatwick Airport, with some suggestions that flights may have to be cancelled.
Cabinet minister says Berlin attack shows importance of Pride events
Cabinet minister Wes Streeting has said the "absolutely horrific" van attack on Berlin's Pride festival reinforces the importance of Pride events, one week ahead of Brighton and Hove Pride, the UK's biggest such festival.
Cabinet minister says Berlin attack shows importance of Pride events
Cabinet minister Wes Streeting has said the "absolutely horrific" van attack on Berlin's Pride festival reinforces the importance of Pride events, one week ahead of Brighton and Hove Pride, the UK's biggest such festival.
Police investigating after man found dead in car park late at night
Police are investigating after a man was found dead in a car park on Haywards Heath Road, between North Chailey and Scaynes Hill, Sussex.
Police investigating after man found dead in car park late at night
Police are investigating after a man was found dead in a car park on Haywards Heath Road, between North Chailey and Scaynes Hill, Sussex.
Water outage at Gatwick Airport leaves passengers unable to flush toilets
A London airport has been left without any running water - sparking outrage from passengers unable to flush toilets or wash their hands
Water outage at Gatwick Airport leaves passengers unable to flush toilets
A London airport has been left without any running water - sparking outrage from passengers unable to flush toilets or wash their hands
Live updates as car rolls over on residential street and blocks road
A car has rolled onto its side on Broadmark Lane, a residential street in Rustington, near Littlehampton in West Sussex.
Seafront festival replete with gorgeous classic cars draws large crowds
Worthing's seafront came alive for the Worthing Lions Summer Festival 2026, drawing crowds to the promenade and Steyne Gardens.
Herd of ponies welcomed to popular nature reserve as part of conservation project
A herd of Exmoor ponies has taken up residence at Mill Hill nature reserve near Shoreham, brought in by Adur and Worthing Councils.
Herd of ponies welcomed to popular nature reserve as part of conservation project
A herd of Exmoor ponies has taken up residence at Mill Hill nature reserve near Shoreham, brought in by Adur and Worthing Councils.
The town that is famous for a battle which didn’t take place here
World-famous for a battle which didn’t take place here, a traditional fishing fleet and an ever-growing arts scene, Hastings has a medieval heritage and a charming bohemian spirit
Full cost of removing flags in East Sussex revealed
East Sussex County Council spent £17,360.94 on removing flags between January 21, 2025 and January 20, 2026.
Rebuild of home metres from West Wittering beach blocked for being 'bulky'
A planning inspector has upheld a decision to refuse permission to demolish and replace Berry Barn, a two-storey property on East Strand, West Wittering.
Controversial housing scheme faces approval despite more than 500 objections
The 68-home scheme has been proposed for land north of Little Slaughterford on Chapel Road in Barns Green
Rebuild of one of Sussex's largest schools moves a step closer as decision looms
The proposals, for the part demolition of existing facilities and construction of new buildings at Steyning Grammar School, have been recommended for approval.
New seafront lift branded as 'very dull' by group - sparking debate on design
A newly built lift which is part of a major restoration project on Brighton’s seafront has been dismissed as a “watch tower harking from the Second World War"
Blind man scared to go out after incident with council van parked on pavement
A blind man from Portslade said he is "does not feel safe anymore" after he was nearly hit by a car attempting to walk around a Brighton and Hove City Council vehicle parked on the pavement






































