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We Will Not Tolerate This Any Longer Irish Police To Step Up Enforcement
The head of Ireland’s police service has vowed to step up enforcement against fuel-cost protesters blocking critical infrastructure..
I Am Maximus Storms To Famous Second Win In The Grand National
I Am Maximus became the first horse since Red Rum to regain his crown in the Randox Grand National, as Willie Mullins also became the first trainer since Vincent O’Brien in the 1950s to win three successive editions of the Aintree spectacular..
Eamonn Holmes Recovering In Hospital After Stroke
GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes is recovering in hospital after a stroke, the broadcaster has said..
Woman Who Drank Two Litres Of Gin A Day Set To Run Half Marathon For Charity
A 28-year-old woman who was told she had six months left to live after consuming two litres of gin a day, is running a half marathon to raise money for an alcohol harm charity..
US Iran Talks With Vance And Iranian Officials In Pakistan As Ceasefire Strains
A US delegation led by US vice president JD Vance has arrived in Pakistan for high-level talks with Iranian representatives for the first such meeting since the war began more than a month ago, which will test whether they can shore up a fragile ceasefire and pave the way for peace..
First Manned Moon Mission In More Than 50 Years Splashes Down After Epic Voyage
Nasa astronauts have landed safely back on Earth following their record-breaking lunar flyby which marks a stepping stone towards a future Moon landing and eventual Mars mission..
Public Reminded To Access Care As Normal In Final Days Of Doctors Strike
Members of the public have been urged to seek care as normal over the weekend as resident doctors in England continue their six-day strike..
One Dead 27 Injured As Bus Carrying British Tourists Crashes In Canary Islands
A man has died and four people have been seriously injured after a bus carrying 27 British tourists crashed in the Canary Islands, according to the local government..
Harry Facing Defamation Claim From Sentebale Charity Court Records Show
The Duke of Sussex is being sued for defamation by the Sentebale charity he co-founded, according to High Court records..
Melania Trump Denies False Jeffrey Epstein Smears In Public Statement
US first lady Melania Trump has denied ties to the paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein and called for survivors to be able to give evidence to Congress..
Lebanon Must Be Included In Iran Ceasefire Agreement Yvette Cooper To Say
Lebanon must be included in the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will say in a speech to City leaders on Thursday evening..
Katie Price Banned From Driving Again Over 80mph Speeding Ticket
Katie Price has been banned from driving for the seventh time after failing to respond to police letters about an 80mph speeding ticket..
UK Hits Highest Early April Temperature In 80 Years
Wednesday was the hottest day recorded in the first half of April since 1946.
Man 21 Killed In Primrose Hill Stabbing Named By Police
A 21-year-old man killed in one of two double stabbings on Tuesday has been named by police..
Diesel Tops 190p A Litre But US Iran Ceasefire Raises Hopes Of Price Stability
The UK’s average price of diesel has surpassed 190p a litre, having surged by more than a third since the start of the Iran war, new figures show..
Doctor Strikes Deliberately Timed To Cause Havoc Says NHS Chief
Resident doctor strikes have been “deliberately timed to cause havoc”, the head of the NHS has said..
Trump Agrees To Halt Bombing Of Iran For Two Weeks Subject To Strait Reopening
Donald Trump has agreed to a provisional two-week ceasefire in the Iran war after pulling back at the last-minute from his apocalyptic warning that “a whole civilisation will die” unless Tehran met his demands..
April 7 UKs Warmest On Record And Hottest Day Of The Year So Far
The UK has seen its warmest April 7 on record, the Met Office said as the country also enjoyed the hottest day of the year so far..
Electric Car Sales Hit Record High In March While Fuel Prices Surge Again
March was the best month ever for electric car registrations, with demand surging while fuel prices have continued to rise, new data shows..
Online Marketplace Warning As E Bike And E Scooter Fires Reach New High
E-bike and e-scooter fires reached a record high last year, an investigation has found, leading to riders being warned about online marketplaces..
Local News
Vehicle entries open for one of the UK’s biggest free motoring shows
Vehicle entries are now open for Magnificent Motors, which gears up for a return to Eastbourne this May.
Epstein revelations show patriarchy still protects the powerful
The past week has been dominated by the disclosure of over three million documents associated with the deceased paedophile and prolific sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein by the US Department of Justice.
Landmark office deal signals renewed demand in commercial property
Flude Property Consultants have announced the recent letting of 25,000 sq ft of new build Grade A office space at Hove Central.
Chorus to stage intimate Valentine gig that promises to raise the roof
Brighton Gay Men’s Chorus will perform at Komedia in Brighton on February 15 with a one-night event.
Work on major road upgrade to begin later this year
Wealden District Council has transferred £1.1million of funding to East Sussex County Council for highways improvements focussed on the A22 around Hailsham.
Eastbourne theatre to offer inclusive shows for visually impaired
Visitors to The Devonshire Park Theatre who are vision impaired can leave the drama to the stage thanks to the Friends of the Devonshire Park Theatre Audio Description volunteer team.
Four exhibitions come to Sussex to explore theme of radical creativity
Charleston has announced a programme of new exhibitions for 2026, taking place across its two sites, Charleston in Firle and Charleston in Lewes.
Transport company offering apprenticeships for next generation of engineers
A transport company has opened applications for engineering apprenticeship programme to help train the next generation of engineers.
Permit holders’ parking spaces converted to disabled bays
A section of permit holders-only parking is to be converted to disabled bays.
Grandmother shortlisted for cruise line's national award
An Eastbourne grandmother has been shortlisted for a national award celebrating the everyday heroes of family life.
Valentine’s gifts with meaning created through gallery charity partnership
Oxmarket Contemporary has joined with the Apuldram Centre to present a collection of heartfelt artwork on display in Oxmarket shop in Chichester.
Southern Water opens more sites for public education on sewage
Southern Water’s Beyond the Drain tours, which show visitors how wastewater is processed and treated, are now available at more sites across the South East.
Gorgeous golden sunset lights up crashing waves along the seafront
These striking images capture dramatic sunset in Newhaven, as the day drew to a close along the harbour walls.
Town Council to host free health event with checks from physio and immunisations
Residents are invited to the Community Health and Wellbeing Event at Cyprus Hall this month.
HotWax announce headline tour after debut album charts success
Brighton locals HotWax are performing at Chalk on February 13.
Mother and son turn skills into loft storage business success
Mother and son from Selsey, have taken more than one step up the career ladder by launching their own family-run business, More Than Loft Ladders
University leaders visit India to promote education projects
Senior leaders at the University of Chichester visited India to formally introduce the institution to the country and unveil its international endeavours.
MP calls for urgent action amid 'crisis' in education system
Jess Brown-Fuller MP visited the University of Chichester last Thursday to meet staff and students in the Special and Inclusive Education Department.
Tribute show celebrates The Beatles’ most historic live appearances
A Beatles tribute show featuring songs from seven historic performances will be visiting Brighton this December.
NHS brings hospital-level care to homes through virtual wards
A Sussex mum has been able to stay at home and receive the care she needs thanks to Urgent Community Response teams and Virtual Wards.











































