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George Russells Title Hopes Boosted As Charles Leclerc Wins British Grand Prix
George Russell’s bid to win a maiden world championship was dealt a significant boost after Kimi Antonelli failed to score in a dramatic conclusion to Sunday’s British Grand Prix, which was won by Charles Leclerc..
Retired Priest 84 Arrested At Palestine Action Protest
An 84-year-old retired priest was arrested for expressing support for Palestine Action at a protest marking one year since the ban on the group came into force..
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..
Local News
Empty shop transformed into exhibition on future of high street
An empty shop is transformed into a community exhibition exploring the future of high street spaces.
We must do everything possible to keep our coastline safe
Last week we received the devastating news that the bodies of three women were found off Brighton’s coastline in the early hours of Wednesday morning, writes Bella Sankey.
Gatwick Airport passengers warned of common rule catching thousands of travellers out
Gatwick Airport passengers heading abroad this year are being warned by experts about a common rule they say is catching many people out.
Community invited to share Pride stories for major exhibition
Proud Studios CIC is seeking Pride stories for a new photo exhibition this year.
Artist creates 1,000 steel daisies for heartfelt hospice tribute
East Sussex artist Paul Cox handcrafted 1,000 steel daisies for display at Hospice in the Weald’s Meadow of Memories installations at two National Trust sites.
Hospice group thanks nurses for care and compassion on awareness day
A hospice group has thanked its nursing staff across Sussex and South East Hampshire last week.
Action-packed weekend to feature emergency vehicles and displays
Amberley Museum is gearing up for its Emergency Services Weekend this June.
Sussex wine brand partners with major cultural institution
Nyetimber sparkling wine is now on the menu at one of London’s most iconic cultural institutions.
Family learning days offer hands-on animal experiences this half term
An animal welfare centre is offering hands-on learning days for families this Half Term.
New project brings Indonesian gamelan music to young learners
Pupils are set to experience the sounds of an Indonesian gamelan orchestra thanks to a new culturally immersive project.
Care home marks Nurses’ Day with tribute to dedicated staff
Nurses at Hurstwood View care home are being celebrated for the impact they make every day.
MP urges residents to have say on future of local councils
Chris Ward MP is encouraging residents to take part in a public consultation that could reshape the future of local government.
New beehives boost biodiversity at housing development
A housing estate is now buzzing with over 120,000 new residents, thanks to installation of two beehives.
Families can enjoy free kids meals in half term promotion
Zizzi is offering free meals for kids during the half-term holidays.
Councillor demands answers after sewage pipe discharges into bathing water
Martin McCabe, councillor for Worthing West, has written to the utility company’s chief executive following the closure at Alinora Crescent in Worthing.
Prolific shoplifter who stole meat, butter and cheese jailed
Karlie Everson, 39, of no fixed address, was sentenced to 12 months in prison at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on 8 May.
Green group announces formation of new alliance on borough council
The Worthing Green group have joined forces with the Worthing Community Independents to form a new group, the Green and Independent Alliance.
Charity cycle ride aims to raise awareness of heart disease
A cyclist is preparing to take part in a 350-mile charity ride to raise awareness of heart valve disease.
Supermarket giant reveals plans for new 55,000 square foot store in city
M&S has unveiled proposals for a new 55,000 square foot store based at the former Homebase site on Barnfield Drive, in Chichester.
Building society to install ‘lifesaving’ equipment
Lifesaving equipment is to be installed on the outside of a building society in St Leonards.










































