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Tottenham Confirm Appointment Of Roberto De Zerbi As New Boss On Five Year Deal
Roberto De Zerbi has been confirmed as Tottenham’s new head coach on a five-year deal, but no relegation release clause has been included in his contract..
Jack Whitehall Named As Latest Saturday Night Live UK Host
Jack Whitehall has been named as the latest host for the UK edition of Saturday Night Live (SNL)..
Man Who Owned XL Bully Dog That Fatally Mauled Woman Jailed For 10 Years
An aspiring rapper has been jailed for 10 years and three months after he was found guilty of owning one of two XL bully dogs that mauled a pensioner to death..
Kings State Visit To US To Meet Trump Goes Ahead Despite Tensions Over Iran
The King’s state visit to the US to see Donald Trump is to go ahead next month as planned, with the move sparking criticism as the Government was accused of being “too weak to stand up to bullies”..
Trump Tells UK To Secure Strait Of Hormuz And Go Get Your Own Oil
Donald Trump said the UK and other countries which did not take part in strikes against Iran should secure the Strait of Hormuz themselves..
Meagre Economic Growth At End Of 2025 Confirmed Amid Fears Over Iran War Hit
Britain’s economy eked out muted growth at the end of last year, official figures have confirmed, but fears are growing over the impact of the Iran war and soaring inflation as oil prices race higher..
Grocery Price Inflation Holds Steady At 43 Per Cent
That's according to Worldpanel by Numerator.
Keir Starmer Gives 48 Hour Deadline To Resident Doctors To Call Off Strikes
Sir Keir Starmer has issued an ultimatum to resident doctors to call off their strikes or lose the deal on the table..
Simplified Recycling Rules For Households Come Into Force Across England
Households will now separate their waste into a maximum of four different bins for waste collectors to pick up.
Craig Bellamy Says Wales Job Is Best Role In The World As He Changes Focus
Craig Bellamy insisted the Wales job was the “best role in the world” and he would refocus after suffering World Cup heartbreak..
Declan Rice And Bukayo Saka Were Desperate To Play For England Thomas Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka were desperate to play for England but felt the risk of the Arsenal duo aggravating injuries was “way too big” at this stage of the season..
Starmer Calls For Joint Effort With Business On Iran War Economic Impact
Business chiefs have been urged to help address the economic impact of the Iran war as Sir Keir Starmer admitted the Government could not shoulder all the burden..
Diesel Price Hits Highest Level Since December 2022
Diesel prices have reached their most expensive level since December 2022, new figures show, as the Iran oil crisis escalates..
Ulster Hes Back Schwarzenegger Recalls Breakthrough On Return To Belfast
Actor and former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger spoke of the “breakthrough” he experienced in Belfast as he was presented with an honorary degree..
Two Discharged From Hospital After Car Ploughed Into Pedestrians In Derby
Two people have been discharged from hospital after a vehicle “ploughed” into pedestrians outside a Derby pub, leading to an investigation assisted by counter-terrorism officers..
Russell Brands Rape Trial Delayed Until October
Russell Brand’s trial over allegations of rape and sexual assault has been delayed until October..
Short Bursts Of Daily Exercise Could Slash Risk Of Major Diseases
Short bursts of exercise that last a few minutes a day – such as running for the bus – could slash the risk of conditions like arthritis, heart disease and dementia, a study suggests..
Motorists Rushed To Buy Fuel In Iran War Aftermath Data Reveals
Britons rushed to buy fuel at the pumps in the immediate aftermath of the Iran war, while spending on holidays also tumbled due to the uncertainty caused by the conflict, new data has revealed..
Starmer To Meet Business Leaders Amid Hormuz Blockade
Sir Keir Starmer will gather business leaders in Downing Street on Monday to address the impact of the Iran war..
Cadbury World Unveils Worlds Largest Mini Egg
Cadbury World has unveiled the “world’s largest” mini egg, dubbed the Mega Mini Egg, which will be on show for chocolate fans to view from Monday..
Local News
Emergency services called to fire at mental health facility
Emergency services were called to a fire at a mental health facility
Thousands visit UK's largest tulip festival on hottest day of the year
Crowds travelled to Tulleys Tulip Fest, near Crawley on April 8, with temperatures in Sussex reaching 22°C.
Widespread train delays after several incidents including bridge crash
Multiple train services between Hove and Worthing are disrupted after a road vehicle collided with a bridge in Southwick
Man injured in pub shooting
A man has been injured after a gun was fired into a Hove pub
Fighting breaks out as around 200 teens gather on seafront
Police were called out to a group of hundreds of young people on Brighton seafront
Asylum seeker said he was a virgin before alleged beach rape, court heard
A failed asylum seeker accused of taking part in a gang rape said he was a virgin before having sex with the drunk woman on Brighton beach
Doctor accused of kissing patient tells jury woman asked for hug
A doctor on trial accused of kissing his patient claims that she asked him to hug her and he ignored it
Boy, 15, arrested in connection with stabbing on seafront
A teenage boy has been arrested in connection with a stabbing.
Delivering real progress on storm overflows in Sussex
Communities across Sussex have been clear: they want cleaner rivers and coastlines, and they want to see real, sustained progress. We know trust has to be rebuilt and that people expect better from water companies
Concerns for animal centre's relocation plans
Residents living near a site where an animal centre is looking to relocate have raised concerns about the plans, ahead of an appeal date closing.
Food court proposal refused for historic arcade: 'It’s an impossible proposal'
A proposed food court within a Grade II* listed complex has been rejected.
'Vital heartbeat of village': residents rally to save pub put up for sale
Residents of Plumpton Green, East Sussex, launch a campaign to save the Fountain Inn pub after Punch Taverns lists it for sale. Community buyout plan underway.
Meet the Brighton woman who Donald Trump thought was his daughter
A Brighton resident once found herself at the centre of a Donald Trump induced media storm thanks to a case of mistaken identity
Hundreds weigh in on plans for 1000 homes north of Sussex village
A consultation into the Berkeley Group scheme for land north-west of Southwater has already seen hundreds of residents voice opinions on the proposals
Plans to convert guest house into HMO in one of district's 'most deprived areas'
Arun District Council planning officers have backed the proposals for Braymead in Bognor Regis, despite objections from its economic regeneration team.
Everything you need to know ahead of the Brighton Marathon
This weekend will see a record number of runners descend on the city for the Brighton Marathon. Here's what you need to know ahead of the race
Man fined thousands after failing to remove outbuilding he put up by his home
A man has been fined thousands after he did not remove an outbuilding, according to court documents
Plans to build 50 metre roundabout to replace dangerous crossroads
The proposed 51-metre intersection at Comet Corner, where the A259 meets the B2132, would replace an existing staggered crossroad.
Marathon organisers speak out after participants hit by 'supplier incident'
Marathon organisers have spoken out after some runners were sent incorrect bibs
'Shocking' car racing at 100mph along A-road is an 'accident waiting to happen'
Residents fear dangerous driving on a stretch of road, which has reportedly seen drivers at speeds of 100mph, will result in a fatality if action is not taken











































