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Just 14 Of Englands Rivers Lakes And Coastal Waters In Good Ecological Health
Just 14% of England’s rivers, lakes and coastal waters are in good ecological health, a new assessment reveals..
Gianni Infantino Retains FIFA Boards Support After Crisis Meeting In Morocco
Gianni Infantino has the “full support” of FIFA’s management board despite being forced to abandon his plan to sell stakes in a company to run the World Cup to private investors..
Experts Warn That Water Scarcity May Continue Despite Flood Alerts
Heavy rain which could cause flooding in parts of Scotland is unlikely to provide the relief that is needed after exceptionally dry weather, experts have warned..
Mohamed Salah Arrives In Istanbul Wearing Trabzonspor Shirt To Finalise Move
Mohamed Salah has arrived in Istanbul wearing a Trabzonspor shirt to finalise a move to the Turkish Super Lig side..
TV Dog Trainer Graeme Hall Joins Strictly Come Dancing I Cant Wait
TV presenter and dog trainer Graeme Hall is the latest contestant to be announced for Strictly Come Dancing, and said: “I can’t wait to get started.”.
Ryanair Passenger Numbers Reach New High
Ryanair’s monthly passenger numbers reached an all-time high of more than 22 million in July..
No Disciplinary Proceedings Against Police Officer Who Shot Chris Kaba
The police marksman who shot Chris Kaba will not face disciplinary proceedings, a watchdog has confirmed..
Woman Arrested After Four Men Stabbed In Covent Garden
A woman has been arrested after four men were stabbed in Covent Garden in central London, police said..
Man Charged In Connection With Death Of Nine Year Old Girl
A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of a nine-year-old child in Arbroath..
Body Recovered In Search For Boy 13 In Sea Off East Yorkshire Coast
A body has been recovered in the search for a 13-year-old boy who got into difficulty in the sea off the East Yorkshire coast, police have said..
Storm Could Cause Flooding In Scotland While South East Cries Out For Rain
Thundery showers are set to batter parts of the country and a handful of flood alerts are in place in Scotland – while central and southern England are likely to miss out on most of the much-needed rain..
Paris Hilton Shares Traumatising Effect Of Finding Fame At Early Age
Paris Hilton has admitted her experience finding fame at an early age was “traumatising sometimes”..
Single Sex Spaces Code Comes In Force More Than Year After Supreme Court Ruling
Guidance on use of toilets and changing rooms as single-sex spaces comes into force on Wednesday, almost a year-and-a-half after the landmark Supreme Court ruling on biological sex..
Police Federation Threatens Legal Action Over Early Release Of Pc Harpers Killers
A Police Federation chief has threatened to take the Government to court to stop Pc Andrew Harper’s killers being released from prison early..
Burnham Not Considering Public Inquiry Into Epsteins UK Activities
Andy Burnham is not actively considering a public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein despite claims the Government was “looking into” holding one, it is understood..
Victims Minister Says PM Looking Into Possible Epstein Inquiry
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is “looking into” a possible public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, the victims minister has said..
Cate Blanchett Praises William For Being Extraordinary Climate Leader
Academy award-winning actress Cate Blanchett has praised the Prince of Wales for being an “extraordinary” climate leader..
Lionel Messi Donates Money To Rebuild Area Affected By Madrid Wildfires
Lionel Messi has donated money to help restore an area outside Madrid that has been affected by wildfires..
Boyzlife Announce Spring 2027 UK Tour
Boyzlife will perform a mix of Boyzone and Westlife’s classic songs and some of their own original music when they tour the UK in May 2027..
Ariana Grande Decision To Step Back From Spotlight Not An Impulsive Thing
Ariana Grande has said her decision to take a break from the spotlight was “not a reactive or impulsive thing” and has been planned for a long time..
Local News
Man 'remains in custody' following alleged rape on beach
Sussex Police arrested a 28-year-old man in connection with their investigation into the alleged rape of a woman in her twenties.
Van driver pleads guilty to causing death of highways worker in crash
Emergency services were called to reports of a collision between a van and a highways worker on the southbound carriageway at Junction 9 just before 1am on July 8.
Woman dies from injuries as man arrested following serious crash
Pamela Chadwick, aged 59, from Seaford, was driving a grey Suzuki Vitara which collided with a silver Kia Venga on the A26 at Beddingham at around 11.24 pm on July 18.
Live updates as road vehicle collides with level crossing
Although trains are still running, delays are expected.
Recap: stalled vehicle closes sliproad and slows traffic on A27
Vehicle stalled Traffic forced to slow near Southerham.
Speed limit reduction on road is approved for safety reasons
Changes to the speed limit along one mile of road in Midhurst are to be introduced.
Councillors allow electric taxis to be licensed until 15 years old
Plans to relax the age restrictions on electric taxis in Mid Sussex have been supported by the district council’s licensing committee.
Shock for health campaigners over names and addresses data breach
A deputation of campaigners who had questions for Brighton and Hove City Council’s Health and Wellbeing Board were shocked when their full names and addresses were published.
Council recognised for commitment to tackling violence against women
A local authority has earned an accreditation for work to prevent violence against women and girls.
Dancer fulfils childhood dream by joining Diversity on stage
A childhood dream has come true for one young dancer, thanks to a night of inspiration at a family holiday park.
New strategy sets out plan to reverse decades of biodiversity loss
An environmental strategy aims to turn the tide on decades of biodiversity loss.
Town centre ice rink could remain on green space until 2033
Plans to allow the continued use of Steyne Gardens as a the location of Worthing Ice Rink, until 2033, will be considered by Worthing District Council (WDC) on Wednesday, August 12.
Sussex filmmaker shoots horror film in haunted house
A Sussex filmmaker has created his latest movie in a haunted house in Polegate.
From bees to emperors: The remarkable story of the colour purple
The colour purple (not the film, the actual colour) is one of the most popular flower colours according to research carried out by the Royal Horticultural Society, writes Dr James Williams.
Woman ordered to hand over key to mouldy flat
A woman and her family have been given a fortnight to move after being ordered out of their temporary home in Brighton.
Fast-food chain to open new restaurant at popular leisure destination
KFC is set to move into the unit formerly occupied by Pizza Hut at Brighton Marina in East Sussex, after a planning application was submitted.
Sussex pier hailed as the 'foodiest' in UK months after new restaurant opening
Worthing pier received the accolade in a recent article by The Guardian, celebrating the country's best seafront structures.
Huge dredger pictured off coast as beach extension work begins
The dredger belongs to global marine contractor Van Oord, which began carrying out works to extend a section of Hove Beach on August 4.
Exciting discovery made amid restoration of fire ravaged hotel
The Sussex architect who rediscovered Oscar Wilde's suite in a Brighton seafront hotel said standing in the room was like a "time slip."
Beachfront rape marks third attack in city in a week
Police cordoned off a section of the beach on Wednesday morning (August 5), as part of investigations into a rape which is understood to have taken place overnight between August 4 and August 5.









































