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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
Couple launch new online shop after success with innovative product
A couple from Sussex has launched an online store to sell award-winning bed pads.
New passport change coming for passengers using major airline at Gatwick Airport
easyJet offers a discount on babies’ first UK passport for eligible Gatwick holidays, while new eGates let arrivals enter without showing passports.
Popular gardens to host spectacular Christmas lights trail
Kew Gardens and Kew Wakehurst are preparing for festive November.
Council plans changes to parking bays and double yellow lines on road
Brighton and Hove City Council is planning changes to parking and road layout on Sutherland Road.
Historic church set for major new addition after 800 years in village
A centuries-old church is one step closer to building its first ever community hall.
Man arrested on suspicion of breaching domestic violence protection order
A man has been arrested on suspicion of breaching a Domestic Violence Protection Order.
Live updates as technical fault on Swing Bridge causes delays
A technical fault on the Swing Bridge has blocked the road near Newhaven.
Eastbourne approves eight-bedroom HMO after previous plans were rejected
Plans to expand shared housing in Eastbourne have been approved.
Council leader frustrated as West Sussex reorganisation decision delayed again
The leader of Arun District Council has shared his frustration at the Government’s latest delay in deciding how West Sussex will be divided under local government reorganisation (LGR).
Man dies in late-night two-car crash
A man has died following a late-night crash between two cars.
Teenager arrested after 21-year-old man stabbed
A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after a stabbing in Lancing left a man in hospital.
Police release statement on single vehicle A23 crash and give update on driver
A man was seriously injured after a collision at Lowfield Heath in Crawley on October 31.
Live updates as two-car crash on A27 blocks road
A road has been partially blocked following a crash involving two cars on the A27.
Brighton council standards panel hears former mayor’s complaint in secret
A complaint made by the former mayor of Brighton and Hove about the former deputy mayor was heard in secret by a council standards panel.
UK crisp company stocked in Tesco closes after 54 years as it enters administration
Northern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim Potatoes has ceased trading after entering administration, with 95 staff made redundant.
Parking restrictions to begin next week as historic hotel undergoes redevelopment
Temporary parking suspensions set to affect Black Lion Street.
'Charming' market town in Sussex countryside that TV legend called home
This charming town in Sussex is said to be a perfect countryside escape and boasts a rich history.
I tried the Sunday roast with drag cabaret at one of city's top gay bars
Legends is no one-trick pony, as their Sunday offering attests: a delicious Sunday roast, cheeky cabaret entertainment and a comfortable night's sleep
'We all empower each other': The group proving 'there is life beyond a stroke'
A support group for stroke survivors has highlighted there is "life beyond a stroke" as it celebrated a national day.
Meet the Sussex artist behind the Harry Potter book cover illustrations
Cliff Wright, 63, from Newhaven in East Sussex, is the artist behind the original books covers of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.










































