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Kylian Mbappe Apologises To China For Ill Judged Remarks About Mao Zedong
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has apologised for making “ill-judged” remarks about former Chinese leader Mao Zedong which saw the France captain dropped by several Chinese brands..
Number 10 Hints At Harry Kane Knighthood After Ballon DOr Win
Downing Street has hinted that Harry Kane could be in the running for a knighthood after the “extraordinary achievement” of winning the Ballon d’Or..
Andoni Iraola Aware Liverpool Still Have Work To Do Despite Winning Run
Andoni Iraola is growing into the role as Liverpool head coach but accepts he needs more wins to really start feeling at home..
Michael Carrick Expected To Remain In Charge For Man Utd Trip To Chelsea
Michael Carrick is expected to remain as Manchester United head coach for Saturday’s Premier League match against Chelsea, the Press Association understands..
Liz Truss Says She Takes Not Very Much Blame For Mini Budget Economic Chaos
Liz Truss has claimed it was not her 2022 mini budget “that went wrong” as she blamed the Bank of England for the ensuing economic turmoil and hit out at Treasury officials for failing to warn her of the risks..
Two UK Nationals Charged Over RAF Fairford Plot To Aid Iran
Two British nationals have been charged over a plot to assist Iran’s intelligence service as part of the investigation into the suspected terror incident near RAF Fairford..
Schools Shut And Travel Disruption As Windy Weather Sweeps Scotland After Storm
Dozens of schools are shut and people are facing travel disruption as high winds sweep Scotland, with warnings of 70mph gusts..
What To Expect From John Healeys First Budget As Chancellor
John Healey will deliver his first Budget as Chancellor on Wednesday against the backdrop of a difficult domestic economic situation, made worse by the international market turmoil caused by the Iran war..
Windy Weather Persists In Scotland After Deadly Storms Over Weekend
A weather warning for wind remains in place for Scotland after storms over the weekend left two men dead..
Harry Kane Describes Ballon DOr Win As A Dream Come True Then Eyes Repeat Win
Harry Kane described Monday’s Ballon d’Or triumph as beyond his “wildest dreams” – and then promised to try to win it again next year..
Harry Kane Describes Ballon DOr Win As A Dream Come True Then Eyes Repeat Win
Harry Kane described Monday’s Ballon d’Or triumph as beyond his “wildest dreams” – and then promised to try to win it again next year..
Take That Named As Star Performers At Williams Earthshot Prize Ceremony
Take That have been named as performers at the Prince of Wales’ Earthshot Prize awards ceremony being held in Mumbai..
Police And Fire Services Told To Take Urgent Action To Improve Cyber Security
Police and fire services are not properly protected from cyber attacks amid a reliance on legacy computer systems and not doing enough to prevent human error putting them at risk, a watchdog has found..
35 Of Homes Are In Postcode Areas Where House Prices Are Falling Says Zoopla
More than a third (35%) of homes across the UK are estimated to be in postcode areas where property values have fallen over the past year, according to Zoopla..
US Rapper Jay Z To Headline 2027 Super Bowl Half Time Show
US rapper and hip-hop mogul Jay-Z will headline the 2027 NFL Super Bowl half-time show, it has been announced..
Poppy Coloured Stamp Set Honours Armed Forces
Royal Mail has revealed images of a set of six new stamps honouring the service of the nation’s armed forces..
Ballon DOr Chaos As Kane Yamal And Mbappe Leaked As Winners Before Ceremony
The Ballon d’Or website has published three separate articles naming Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe as winner of the 2026 men’s award..
Jimmy Carr Comedy Should Be Taught In Schools
The 54-year-old presenter is known for hosting 8 Out Of 10 Cats and Last One Laughing UK, as well as performing his own stand-up comedy shows..
Fresh Warnings Issued As Strong Winds And Heavy Rain Forecast After Two Storms
Fresh weather warnings have been issued as strong winds and heavy rain are on the way after two storms battered Britain..
Royal Mail Delays Full Rollout Of Postal Overhaul Until After Christmas
Royal Mail has revealed it will halt the full rollout of its second-class post overhaul until after Christmas amid calls for the service to urgently improve its performance..
Local News
University names first director of pioneering new equality office
A university has appointed a new executive director to lead pioneering equity agenda.
Sussex clinic helping breast cancer patients cope with effects of treatment
A new clinic is helping breast cancer patients manage often-overlooked effects of treatment-induced menopause.
Sussex graduate launches free geography game inspired by family conversations
A Crawley graduate has created a daily game about UK places, landscapes and history.
Festive shopping night at garden centre to support dementia research
A garden centre is inviting customers to enjoy an evening of festive shopping for good cause.
Residents asked for views on plans to bring empty shops back to life
A plan to tackle long-term empty shops in Bexhill is out for public consultation.
Young artists invited to transform town centre with street art
Young artists are being invited to leave their mark on the town centre through a street art competition.
New wellness destination offering yoga, Pilates and sauna to open
A new health and wellbeing hub is set to open in Hove.
Iconic band announces Sussex show as part of huge anniversary tour
Texas, one of the UK’s defining bands of the 21st century, will be performing in Brighton next year.
More than 200 businesses back campaign to champion Sussex food and drink
A celebration of all things Sussex has put region’s food and drink firmly in the spotlight.
Vintage bus fleet makes 15,000 passenger journeys at Sussex motorsport event
A vintage bus fleet carried thousands to one of UK’s best-loved motorsport events.
Community groups awarded nearly £30,000 to support young people
Three grassroots organisations have been awarded nearly £30,000 to boost their work supporting young people.
Care home worker shortlisted for prestigious national award
A care home worker has been named a national finalist in prestigious awards scheme.
Award-winning theatre company brings chilling ghost story to the stage
An award-winning theatre company is launching UK tour of its acclaimed ghost story this autumn.
Cancer patient runs 100 miles with stoma while undergoing treatment
A cancer patient completed a 100-mile ultra-marathon while living with stoma and undergoing treatment.
Professor recognised for 25 years of work protecting communities from disease
A leading researcher has been awarded a top prize for impact on public health.
Inclusive performing arts group prepares for first theatre performance
A performing arts programme for adults with learning disabilities is preparing to take the stage.
Sussex city named one of the best places in the UK for solo dating
A Sussex city has been named one of the top places in UK for solo dating.
MP raises concerns over postal delays as residents miss important letters
Royal Mail delivery delays are now among the most common complaints raised by constituents.
Villagers lament 'deeply saddening loss' after historic tree felled in storm
Residents of Ifield, a village near Crawley in West Sussex, are lamenting a "saddening loss" after a historic tree was blown down during Storm Austen
Takeaway apologises after customer charged more than £700 for a pizza
A Kemp Town takeaway manager apologised after a customer claimed he was charged more than £700 for a pizza











































