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Kevin Lamour Leaves FIFA Role After Criticism Of President Gianni Infantino
Kevin Lamour has left his role as FIFA’s chief operating officer weeks after he claimed Gianni Infantino’s controversial World Cup sale plan had “deceived” administration at the governing body..
Professor Jason Arday Was Victim Of Public Execution Vigil Hears
Professor Jason Arday was the victim of a “public execution”, his friend and peer Lord Simon Woolley told a vigil which was attended by thousands of people..
Less Than Half Know How To Stop Someone From Choking To Death Poll Finds
Too many people are choking to death because bystanders “do not have the knowledge or confidence to intervene”, experts have warned as a poll showed less than half of people know how to help in a crisis..
Russia Threatens Consequences Over Use Of UK Drones In Ukraine Deep Strikes
Moscow has threatened the UK with “consequences” after reports that British drones have been used to strike targets on Russia’s mainland for the first time..
Princess Eugenie Reveals The Name Of Her Baby Daughter
Princess Eugenie has named her baby daughter Adelaide, she has announced..
Bonnie Tyler Remembered As A Star But Never A Diva At Her Funeral
Bonnie Tyler was remembered as “a star, but never a diva” at a funeral that included renditions of some of her biggest hits.
Virgin Trains Granted Track Access For New Channel Tunnel Routes From 2030
Virgin Trains has been given track access for new services between London and Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam in 2030, in a step forward for its plans to rival Eurostar..
Heavy Rain To Bring Threat Of Floods After Another Hosepipe Ban Announced
Parts of the UK could have flooding this week, with heavy rain forecast to hit hard, drought-stricken land as yet another water firm announced a hosepipe ban..
Fans Travel From Across UK And Arrive Hours Early For Bonnie Tyler Funeral
Fans have arrived hours early for Bonnie Tyler’s funeral to their pay respects to the singer and say goodbye..
Mrs Browns Boys Shows Cancelled After Brendan OCarroll Medical Issue
Brendan O’Carroll has announced the Mrs Brown’s Boys Christmas and New Year’s specials have been cancelled as he faces an “unexpected medical issue”..
Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies Aged 36
US actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36..
Wessex Water Announces Hosepipe Ban For First Time In 50 Years
Wessex Water has become the latest utility to announce a hosepipe ban after weeks of hot and dry weather have plunged large parts of the country into drought.
Heroes And Nashville Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies Aged 36
US actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36..
Amy Hunt Surpasses Expectations After Claiming Fourth European Championship Gold
British sprinter Amy Hunt was delighted to have succeeded beyond her wildest dreams after becoming the first athlete to win four gold medals at a single European Championships..
Households Evacuated After Stourbridge Wildfires Begin To Return Home
Residents evacuated after a wildfire in Stourbridge have started returning to their homes as firefighters continue tackling ongoing blazes across the UK..
Sebastien Pocognoli Takes Over As Scotland Boss On Two Year Contract
Sebastien Pocognoli has been confirmed as the new Scotland head coach..
Arsenal Make A Statement To Take Community Shield Title Over Manchester City
Arsenal set down a Community Shield marker for the new season by beating Manchester City 3-0 in Cardiff..
Murder Investigation After Man Bitten By Dog Dies
A murder investigation has been launched after the death of a man who was bitten by a dog on a footpath often used by walkers, police said..
Crowdfunder Raises More Than 40000 For Jason Ardays Family
More than £40,000 has been raised for the family of former Cambridge professor Jason Arday after a Windrush campaigner launched a fundraising drive in his memory..
Reform UK Sets Out Proposals To Slash Benefits Bill
A Reform UK government would cut £50 billion from the welfare bill, with almost three million people seeing disability and sickness payments withdrawn or modified, Robert Jenrick said..
Local News
Royal palace to host its first-ever Dungeons & Dragons game
A royal palace is to host its first-ever game of Dungeons & Dragons this month.
Brighton's oldest independent bookshop celebrating 50th anniversary
Kemptown Bookshop was founded in 1976 by Vernon and Gisela Hendy.
Pictures show effects of prolonged dry spell as drought is declared
A drought has been declared in Sussex, covering Worthing and wider West Sussex area.
Retailer celebrates mascot's anniversary with giveaways and family fun
MINISO is marking the 10th anniversary of its iconic penguin mascot with events across UK.
East Sussex boy, nine, helps shape future of diabetes care
A nine-year-old boy is helping shape future of diabetes care by taking part in health study.
Brighton Dome announces autumn line-up with huge names in music and comedy
Brighton Dome has unveiled its autumn season packed with live events.
Green Party selects candidate for upcoming by-election
The Green Party has selected a candidate for the by-election triggered following the resignation of a councillor.
Pictures capture packed beach as crowds make most of summer sunshine
These photographs capture Brighton beach packed with people enjoying a bright summer day.
Two mental health services shortlisted for prestigious national awards
Two Sussex mental health services have been shortlisted for the 2026 Health Service Journal awards.
Students take home first place after winning national maths challenge
A team of students has taken home first place in maths competition.
Volunteers transform neglected cemetery by restoring graves and walls
A cemetery in Portslade has been transformed by the Woodvale Volunteer Group.
Bus passengers benefit from £166,000 investment in new shelters
More than £166,000 has been invested in bus shelters along a busy south coast route.
'A major art gallery transformed Bilbao – could we do the same here?'
Last week I stood on a riverbank in Bilbao, looking up at a giant dog made of flowers, writes Brighton and Hove City Council's Tim Rowkins.
Is Sussex's newest music event worth the hype? I found out
Britpop band McFly had been chosen to headline day two of the event, which formed part of the inaugural run of large-scale shows staged in the estate’s South Park.
New shop could open inside garden centre
Plans to allow a Pavers footwear shop to open at Haskins Garden Centre in Angmering have been submitted to Arun District Council.
Key route connecting to A27 to shut for weeks of gas works
Stockbridge Road in Chichester will be shut between the A27 roundabout and Grosvenor Road from October 10 for approximately seven weeks.
Plans to redevelop crime plagued derelict football ground into housing
Sidley Sports Ground in Bexhill, once home to Sidley United Football Club and Sidley Cricket Club, has been earmarked for redevelopment into 77 affordable homes.
Residents unite to oppose plans for communal bins
Neighbours in Bevendean have banded together to oppose Brighton and Hove City Council’s plans to introduce communal rubbish bins in their area.
Pub slapped with zero hygiene rating for second time in a year
The Half Moon Inn, located on Valentines Hill in Northchapel, near Petworth, was given a zero out of five score following an inspection on July 2.
Property agent describes trespassers as 'vermin' amid antisocial behaviour concerns
A letter sent by a property agent described trespassers as "vermin" amid growing concerns from resident's over the condition of Boundary House in Hove.











































