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Iran Strikes On UAE Condemned By Starmer Amid US Bid To Open Strait Of Hormuz
Drone and missile strikes by Iran against the United Arab Emirates have been condemned by the Prime Minister..
Wu Yize Pips Shaun Murphy In Last Frame Decider To Become World Snooker Champion
Wu Yize held his nerve to sink Shaun Murphy in a deciding-frame shoot-out and be crowned world snooker champion after a final for the ages at the Crucible..
Harrison Ford Launches Signature Scotch Whisky On Star Wars Day
Harrison Ford has helped to create his own signature Scotch whisky that reflects his tastes, saying it is “everything I want” in a dram..
Tens Of Thousands Could Benefit From One Minute Cancer Jab On The NHS
Tens of thousands of patients could benefit from a one-minute jab being rolled out on the NHS for more than a dozen cancers..
Man In Court After Alleged Bomb Hoax At Peter Kay Show
A 19-year-old Birmingham man is to appear in court over an alleged bomb hoax forced a Peter Kay comedy show to be evacuated.
Two Adults Die After Explosion At A House In Bristol
Two adults have died after an explosion at a house in Bristol on Sunday morning, as police announce they are treating the event as “suspicious”..
Wu Yize Into Crucible Final As Mark Allen Pays For Missed Black In Dramatic Semi
Mark Allen missed a simple black to book his place in his first World Snooker Championship final before falling 17-16 to Wu Yize in one of the most dramatic last-four finishes in Crucible history..
US State Visit Risk Grasped In Both Hands By King Aide Says
The King “grasped in both hands” the “risk and challenge” of the US state visit but will not dwell on the perceived success of his trip, a senior palace aide has said..
Airlines Can Group Flights Together On Fewer Planes Under Jet Fuel Saving Plans
Airlines will be allowed to group passengers from different flights together on to fewer planes as part of plans to save jet fuel..
Ipswich Secure Promotion Back To Premier League With Victory At Home To QPR
Ipswich clinched promotion back to the Premier League following a 3-0 victory over QPR at Portman Road..
Hero Award For Lifeboat Crew Who Rescued Dog After Sea Fall
A lifeboat crew and coastguard personnel have received a Hero to Animals award from Peta after rescuing a dog called Sparkle from the sea..
Charles To End Bermuda Trip By Launching UK Space Agency Project
The King will end his visit to Bermuda by officially launching the UK Space Agency’s (UKSA) Project Nova to help track space debris..
Protesters Have Duty To Call Out Globalise The Intifada Chants Starmer
Protesters have a responsibility to call out those chanting “globalise the intifada” at Gaza marches, Sir Keir Starmer has said, amid concerns about the growing threat to British Jews after the Golders Green stabbing..
Greens Vow To Examine Donald Trumps Wealth
The Scottish Greens would open an inquiry into how Donald Trump has funded his Scottish golf courses if they win next week’s election, the party has said..
Sarwar Vows To Give NHS Waiting Lists The Chop As He Visits Karate Dojo
Anas Sarwar has pledged to “give NHS waiting lists the chop” as he visits a karate dojo in Glasgow..
Scots Responding To SNPs Positive Message Of Hope Says Swinney
Voters are responding to the SNP’s “positive message of hope”, John Swinney has said ahead of the final weekend of campaigning before Thursday’s election..
Hundreds Of School Children And Islanders Welcome The King To Bermuda
The King was officially welcomed to Bermuda with a ceremony full of pomp and pageantry..
Temperatures Hit 25C In Parts Of UK But Rain On Cards For Bank Holiday Weekend
Temperatures in parts of the UK hit 25C on Friday but forecasters have warned of possible heavy rain over the bank holiday weekend..
Top Prosecutor Warns Of Deeply Troubling Rise In Antisemitic Incidents In UK
There is a “deeply troubling rise” in antisemitic incidents across the country, the Director of Public Prosecutions has said, as he vowed to use the “full force of the law” against perpetrators..
Shaun Murphy Pulls Level With John Higgins In Tense World Championship Semi Final
Shaun Murphy battled back to leave his World Snooker Championship semi-final against John Higgins tied at 8-8 ahead of their evening session in Sheffield..
Local News
'Malicious calls' to schools and nursery trigger police response
Multiple malicious calls were made to schools and a nursery, triggering police action.
Person dies on railway track in unexplained circumstances
A person has died on the railway line near Balcombe train station in West Sussex, blocking the rail line between Brighton and Gatwick Airport today.
Live updates as 'crazy' Greggs drive-through brings A27 to a crawl again
A new drive-through Greggs being built at a petrol station near Falmer on the A27, just north of Brighton, is continuing to cause heavy traffic.
Live updates as death on tracks blocks rail line between Brighton and London
A person dying on the tracks near Balcombe has blocked rail services between Brighton, Gatwick Airport, and London, with some rail replacement bus services being put into action.
Council leader issues call over antisemitic attacks
I want to speak to residents about the recent spate of antisemitic attacks we’ve seen across London, and the fear and distress this causes for Jewish residents and communities, including those here in Brighton and Hove.
Who gave permission for this crazy idea on the A27?
They are building a fast food outlet on the A27 between Falmer and Lewes.
Reform member under fire over AI images of Zack Polanski dressed as Nazi
A Reform election agent has defended his decision to post controversial AI-generated images on social media.
MP attends festival offering advice on planning for later life
Jess Brown-Fuller attended the Later Life Living Festival at the New Park Community Centre.
Award recognises 70 years of theatre and community spirit
An amateur theatrical company that champions inclusivity and improving access to the performing arts has received a prestigious Town Council Merit award.
Pop-up museum draws crowds as hundreds attend weekend event
A pop-up museum welcomed 800 visitors over the April weekend, marking a successful return for the event.
Independent research hub launches to serve Sussex residents
The Sussex Intelligence Unit (SIU) has launched as the first independent, cross-sector research platform for Sussex,
Zoo urges public to donate garden cuttings for animal feed
Drusillas zoo is encouraging residents to turn garden waste into a treat for its animals.
College pupils receive national recognition for their work
Eastbourne College is celebrating national recognition for two current pupils, reflecting the school’s strength across both creative and technical disciplines.
Coastal scenes brought to life in atmospheric photo series
From windswept dunes to quiet promenades, the stretch of coast between Littlehampton and Climping is captured in all its variety.
Rocky Horror Show returns to stage for anniversary tour
The Rocky Horror Show, starring Jason Donovan as the iconic Frank-n-Furter, hits Eastbourne’s Congress Theatre stage.
Multiple road closures confirmed under maintenance programme
A string of road closures has been announced as part of a maintenance programme.
Popular stretch of Sussex coastline sold to new owner
Shoreham Port has announced that it has completed the sale of Southwick Beach and adjoining land from Adur District Council.
School shortlisted for prestigious national education award
Heathfield Community College has been shortlisted for this year’s Tes Schools Awards,
Why I will not be voting for Nigel Farage or any of his Reform Party
With only a few days to go to May 7th, Reform is still forecast to take 25% of the vote and I find it difficult to understand why anyone would want to vote for Nigel Farage..
Eastenders star's tribute to former colleague in new Brighton art exhibition
A new exhibition showcasing the work of Eastenders star Jake Wood will open this week in Brighton.











































