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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
Council leader takes fight for more affordable homes to Parliament
A council leader is set to give evidence at a Parliamentary inquiry into future of affordable housing.
Residents reminded to check prescriptions and medicines before winter
Residents are being urged to prepare their medicine cabinets as part of winter health campaign.
Charity seeks 100 brave volunteers to walk across fire for good cause
A charity is inviting people to take part in fire walk to help raise funds for its work.
Annual electric vehicle rally returns with free test drives and activities
Entries are now open for annual London to Brighton Electric Vehicle (EV) Rally.
Couple launch free guide to 194 dog-friendly pubs, cafés and shops
A pair of pups are helping to put Lewes on the map as haven for dog lovers.
Michael and Hilary Whitehall announce new tour with brand new comedy show
A famous couple is set to return to the stage with brand new show.
Moving exhibition shines a light on the power of human connection
An exhibition is shining a light on power of human connection.
Nursery children celebrate autumn after growing their own pumpkins
Nursery children have been growing pumpkins and learning through hands-on gardening.
Hundreds of pupils learn about recycling as mobile classroom visits schools
A refuse vehicle turned mobile classroom has been helping pupils learn about waste and recycling in unique way.
Spectacular autumn colours captured in stunning woodland photographs
These photographs capture the beautiful autumn colours of Leonardslee Gardens in West Sussex.
Council announces £1.2million funding boost for community groups
A new £1.2 million funding programme is set to support community-led projects.
City centre venue applies for renewal of sexual entertainment licence
A Brighton venue has applied for a renewal of its sexual entertainment licence.
MP urges government to do more to prevent hate crime after mosque attack
Chris Ward MP has called for greater action to tackle hate crime.
Choir to perform new Christmas composition for first time at festive concert
Arun Choral Society will premiere new festive choral work.
Dyslexia advocate wins national award for championing neurodiversity
A dyslexia advocate has been recognised with a national award for work promoting neurodiversity in education.
Residents invited to join Remembrance Sunday parade to honour the fallen
Lewes town will unite this November to honour those who served.
Thousands of children to benefit from new specialist eye care service
An NHS contract will bring specialist eye care to thousands of children in special schools.
Country estate sleeping 28 guests named county's largest group getaway
A 14-bedroom country estate has been named Sussex’s largest group getaway, sleeping up to 28 guests under one roof.
West Sussex school crossing patrols issued body cameras to protect against road rage
When police officers were first issued with body worn video (BWV) towards the end of my policing career.
I tried the Indian restaurant in The Lanes where you can eat on a swing
As restaurant novelties go, tables with swinging chairs is a pretty good one










































