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The AI Doctor Will See You Now
NHS app will use artificial intelligence to direct patients to services under new rollout.
USA Celebrates 250 Years Of Independence
President Trump mixes patriotism with partisanship as he celebrates 250th anniversary at huge Washington DC event.
Scottish Firefighters Face Intense Conditions In Venezuela Earthquake Response
A trio of Scottish firefighters who are helping rescue efforts following the earthquakes in Venezuela are facing “intense” conditions as they try to locate casualties..
Thousands March In Pride Parade As Activists Warn LGBT Rights Under Threat
Thousands of activists have marched through London in the capital’s LGBT+ Pride parade as campaigners warned rights were “being taken away from trans people”..
Force NHS Bosses To Face MPs Over Maternity Scandal Streeting Urges
NHS bosses who refused to give evidence to the Nottingham maternity scandal review should be summoned before Parliament, former health secretary Wes Streeting has urged..
Misinformation Online Is A Real Threat To Public Health Says Top NHS Doctor
Misinformation online is becoming a “real threat to public health”, the NHS’s top doctor has warned..
Englands World Cup Tie In Mexico Set To Kick Off At Scheduled Time
England’s World Cup knockout match against Mexico will kick-off at the planned time, despite storm forecasts prompting discussions over bringing the game forward..
Key Gannet Colonies Hit By Bird Flu Could Take Two Decades To Recover Study
Two of the world’s largest gannet colonies may take nearly two decades to recover from a devastating outbreak of bird flu, a study has warned..
The Death Of Us Author Abigail Dean Wins Top Crime Writer Award
Lawyer-turned-author Abigail Dean has won a top crime writer award for her thriller The Death Of Us..
Teenage Rapists Detained For Four Years After Unduly Lenient Sentence Reviewed By Appeal Court Judges
Two 15-year-old boys who were spared custody for the rape of two girls in Fordingbridge have been sentenced to four years’ detention after the Court of Appeal ruled their sentences were “unduly lenient”..
PM Tells Forced Adoption Survivors Shame Is Ours As He Makes Formal Apology
The forced adoption of babies from unmarried mothers in the decades after the Second World War has been branded a “stain on our history” by Sir Keir Starmer as he made a long-awaited state apology for the historical practice..
Defence Funding Plan Faces Fresh Scrutiny Over Where Cuts Will Be Made
Sir Keir Starmer’s plan to boost defence spending by £15 billion is facing fresh scrutiny, after Downing Street was unable to say where exactly the cuts required to pay for it will come from..
Mothers And Children To Finally Hear Government Say Sorry For Forced Adoptions
Survivors of historical forced adoption are to get the state apology they have spent decades campaigning for when Sir Keir Starmer says sorry in Parliament..
Late Youri Tielemans Penalty Completes Remarkable Belgium Win Against Senegal
Youri Tielemans saved Belgium’s World Cup hopes by converting a contentious penalty in added time at the end of extra time to win 3-2 having scored an 89th-minute equaliser to keep the tie alive against Senegal.
Falorin Balogun Sent Off In United States Win Over Bosnia And Herzegovina
The United States will be without prolific goalscorer Falorin Balogun for their last-16 clash with Belgium after he received a red card in the host nation’s 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina..
Watchdog Tells CCRC To Significantly And Urgently Improve Casework
The Criminal Cases Review Commission has been told to significantly and urgently improve its investigations to avoid a repeat of failings like those seen in the Andrew Malkinson scandal..
Glow Worms Introduced To New South Downs Site To Benefit From Dark Skies
A national park which has some of the darkest skies in Europe has introduced the common glow-worm to a new site in the hope that the males will be able see the “spectacular” night-time mating display of the females..
I Had My Hero Moment Today Harry Kane Happy To Rescue England With Late Brace
Captain Harry Kane accepted he was England’s “hero” after his brace sealed a 2-1 comeback win over the Democratic Republic of Congo to rescue the team from the brink of a humiliating round-of-32 World Cup exit..
I Had My Hero Moment Today Harry Kane Happy To Rescue England With Late Brace
Captain Harry Kane accepted he was England’s “hero” after his brace sealed a 2-1 comeback win over the Democratic Republic of Congo to rescue the team from the brink of a humiliating round-of-32 World Cup exit..
Police Officers Called To Henry Nowak Murder Face Gross Misconduct Investigation
Two police officers called to the scene of Henry Nowak’s murder are under investigation for potential gross misconduct after they failed to give him immediate first aid and instead handcuffed him as he lay dying..
Local News
Artist bringing live painting and dog portraits to seaside weekend
Devon artist Emily Powell takes to the streets to capture the city’s iconic beach and beloved dogs in real time.
Public scrutiny meeting to examine policing and community safety issues
Terrorism, anti-social behaviour and knife crime among the topics up for public scrutiny at an upcoming policing meeting.
Seaside awards handed to two beaches for quality and cleanliness
Sussex beaches have been recognised among the best in England.
Recap after stalled vehicle leads to traffic disruption
The A2690 Combe Valley Way is partially blocked due to a stalled vehicle leading to very slow traffic.
Views wanted on where houses should be built in Brighton and Hove
People will be asked for their views on housing need in Brighton and Hove when a public consultation on the new “City Plan” begins in July.
Police object to vape shop's bid to sell alcohol
A vape and mobile phone shop in Brighton has applied for a drinks licence but Sussex Police and council officials have objected.
People warned to be careful swimming in sea ahead of summer
The RNLI has urged the public not to underestimate the risks of swimming in the sea as warmer weather beckons.
Men 'smashed glass cabinet and tried to steal phones' from shop
Two men reportedly smashed a glass cabinet and tried to steal mobile phones from a shop.
Recap after vehicle fire leads to road closure
A vehicle fire has closed the A22 Hailsham Bypass Northbound this afternoon.
Candidates nominated for by-election after former mayor resigns
Candidates have been put forward for the Goldsmid by-election in Hove after a councillor resigned.
Pictures show Danny Dyer filming new Channel 4 thriller in Hove
Danny Dyer has been spotted filming in Hove for a new Channel 4 show The Siege, a six-part series about the 1980 Iranian Embassy siege in London.
Illegal sewage connection dating back more than 60 years discovered
The sewer, which is connected to six properties in Alinora Crescent, Worthing, was found to be leading to surface water drains.
Man jailed for raping child
An Eastbourne man has been jailed for raping a child.
Extra rail services announced for Brighton Pride weekend
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has confirmed it will run longer and more frequent trains to and from Brighton for the city’s 35th Pride weekend, taking place on August 1 and 2, 2026.
Workers leave rubble and tar piled up against wall of house
Rubble and tar were left piled up against the wall of a house, prompting a resident to complain.
Danny Dyer spotted filming upcoming Channel 4 drama in Hove
Danny Dyer has been spotted filming in the city for an upcoming Channel 4 series.
School creates giant outdoor artwork tribute to Sir David Attenborough
Newhaven pupils create giant “100” tribute to Sir David Attenborough.
Burger restaurant goes from lowest to highest possible food hygiene rating
Smoque Burger, a restaurant in Hanover in Brighton and Hove, has celebrated going from the lowest to highest food hygiene rating.
Councillor could become city's youngest mayor
A Labour councillor could become the youngest mayor in the city.
Residents' fears for 'dangerous' road blighted by HGV lorries from port
Residents have described their lives as "considerably impaired" due to traffic, safety and pollution concerns on Trafalgar Road and Church Road, in Portslade









































