National News
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Russell Brand Being Investigated Over Two New Rape Complaints
Russell Brand has been accused of raping two more women and could now face further criminal charges, it can be revealed..
Russell Brand Found Guilty Of Rape And Sexual Assaults
Russell Brand is facing years in prison after being found guilty of raping one of his fans and sexually assaulting three women during his showbiz career..
Russell Brand Found Guilty Of Rape And Sexual Assaults
Russell Brand is facing years in prison after being found guilty of raping one of his fans and sexually assaulting three women during his showbiz career..
Bank Hikes Interest Rates To 4 And Warns More To Come If Iran War Continues
The Bank of England has raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years and warned that further hikes are likely if the Iran war is not resolved..
Guitar Used By Johnny Marr After The Smiths Split Could Fetch 30k At Auction
A guitar used by Johnny Marr after his split from The Smiths is expected to fetch up to £30,000 when it goes under the hammer next month..
England Captain Harry Kane Signs New Deal With Bayern Munich
Ballon d’Or winner Harry Kane says he feels “right at home” after signing a bumper contract extension at Bayern Munich..
BT Sheds Nearly Another 8000 Jobs As Cost Cutting Helps Boost Earnings
BT has revealed almost another 8,000 jobs have been axed since the end of March as part of its ongoing programme to slash costs..
Poundland Is Challenged And Vulnerable Say Owners After Talks With Ministers
The US owners of Poundland have said the high street chain remains “challenged and vulnerable” after holding talks with ministers amid Government criticism of their handling of the retailer..
Get A Life Minister Says When Asked About Smoky Bacon Crisps EU Ban Claim
A Cabinet minister told her interviewer to “get a life” when asked about claims that smoky bacon crisps could be banned under a deal to be signed with the European Union this month..
Bank Of England Set To Hike Interest Rates To 4 To Tackle Rising Inflation
The Bank of England is poised to hike interest rates for the first time in more than three years, economists think..
James Blunt I Felt Betrayed By Romesh Ranganathan On Celebrity Traitors
James Blunt has said he thought Romesh Ranganathan “betrayed” him during the final of The Celebrity Traitors..
Multiple Reported Bomb Threats To Flights For Second Time In A Week
Multiple flights have reportedly been diverted on Thursday morning following a further series of bomb threats..
Cristiano Ronaldo Retires From International Football
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football..
Channel 4 Axes Married At First Sight UK After Review Following Misconduct Claims
Channel 4 has cancelled Married At First Sight UK following an external review triggered by “serious allegations of wrongdoing”..
Charles Leclerc To Miss Brazilian GP Media Duties
It follows the birth of his first child.
Viktor Gyokeres Makes Most Of Starting Chance In Arsenal Victory
The Gunners beat Slavia Prague 2-1 in the Champions League.
Charles Dickens Writing Chalet Among Sites Added To Heritage At Risk Register
The two-storey Swiss chalet stands in the gardens of Eastgate House in Rochester.
Manchester City Claim A Win In Germany In The Champions League
Erling Haaland scored the winner in the 78th minute against RB Leipzig.
The Bank Of England Are Poised To Increase Interest Rates
Their decision will be announced at lunchtime.
UK Agrees To Time Bound Talks On Historical Harms Of Slave Trade
That's according to a joint statement by Commonwealth Leaders.
Local News
Post Office opens new branch inside convenience store ahead of Christmas
A new Post Office has opened its doors to better serve residents and businesses in community.
New visitor experience launched to boost tourism in coastal town
A new creative itinerary is inviting visitors to explore the artistic side of coastal town this autumn and winter.
Football fans raise hundreds for suicide prevention charity at match
More than £800 has been raised for suicide prevention charity in a single day at a football match.
MP warns housing alone will not solve homelessness crisis
Homelessness cannot be solved by housing alone, MP has warned.
School cadet force celebrates triple award win for outstanding service
A cadet force has won three major awards for outstanding service and leadership in the community.
Full list of road closures ahead of Lewes Bonfire 2026
Lewes is gearing up to host one of the country’s biggest bonfire celebrations - here are the roads which will be affected
Full list of Remembrance Sunday parades and services taking place this week
A week of Remembrance events is under way to honour Armed Forces and all victims of conflict.
New Ryanair luggage rule change to affect passengers at Gatwick Airport
Ryanair will close Gatwick bag drop and check-in desks 60 minutes before departure from next week, affecting UK airports.
MP criticises Government over plans to extend asylum accommodation until 2030
A planning application to extend the use of asylum accommodation until at least 2030 is available online.
Hit musical High Society arrives with famous faces and 28-strong cast
A hit musical is set to arrive in Eastbourne as part of a UK and Ireland tour.
Hearing care provider cuts earwax removal prices after major rebrand
A hearing care provider has rebranded and lowered the cost of earwax removal after joining national network.
Luxury car dealership to move after 20 years as work begins on new site
Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex is moving to a new, larger facility in Hickstead.
New six-week puppetry academy to offer training for aspiring performers
A new puppetry academy is set to open on South Coast.
Railway worker recalls military career cut short by injury aged 22
A former soldier turned railway worker sharing his story ahead of Remembrance Day to honour service and sacrifice of others.
Council demands clarity after government proposes major boundary changes
A council has expressed disappointment over changes to the timetable for local government reorganisation.
TV comedian to take to the stage for special charity fundraising show
An award-winning comedian is taking to the stage for charity fundraiser.
Number of households in temporary housing in Brighton and Hove reaches new high
The number of households in temporary housing in Brighton and Hove has reached a new high of more than 2,300.
Iron Age ruler of Sussex who sparked Roman invasion may have been a queen
An Iron Age ruler believed to be a king may actually have been a queen.
Housing development blocked as nearby station not 'well-connected' enough
Plans to build a housing development next to a station have been rejected after council officers said it was not "well-connected" enough
Remember, remember the fifth of November but do we know the real history?
On a damp night in early November 1605, a man was found loitering in a cellar beneath the House of Lords.










































