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Electrical Failure Causes Rail Disruption In Midlands And North West England
An electricity supply failure at a communications centre is causing major disruption to trains in the Midlands and north-west England, National Rail has said..
Former Reality Star Stephen Bear Has Been Jailed For Sixteen Months
Disgraced former reality TV star Stephen Bear has been jailed for sixteen months at Chelmsford Crown Court for breaching a restraining order.
Farmer Jailed For Life For Murdering Man And Hiding Body In Barrel
A former butcher who dismembered his victim then hid the body in a concrete-filled barrel has been jailed for at least 35 years..
Two Arrested After Police Officers Hurt During Second Night Of Disorder In Town
Two men have been arrested after police officers were taken to hospital during a second night of disorder in a market town which has seen anti-immigration protests..
Just 14 Of Englands Rivers Lakes And Coastal Waters In Good Ecological Health
Just 14% of England’s rivers, lakes and coastal waters are in good ecological health, a new assessment reveals..
Gianni Infantino Retains FIFA Boards Support After Crisis Meeting In Morocco
Gianni Infantino has the “full support” of FIFA’s management board despite being forced to abandon his plan to sell stakes in a company to run the World Cup to private investors..
Experts Warn That Water Scarcity May Continue Despite Flood Alerts
Heavy rain which could cause flooding in parts of Scotland is unlikely to provide the relief that is needed after exceptionally dry weather, experts have warned..
Mohamed Salah Arrives In Istanbul Wearing Trabzonspor Shirt To Finalise Move
Mohamed Salah has arrived in Istanbul wearing a Trabzonspor shirt to finalise a move to the Turkish Super Lig side..
TV Dog Trainer Graeme Hall Joins Strictly Come Dancing I Cant Wait
TV presenter and dog trainer Graeme Hall is the latest contestant to be announced for Strictly Come Dancing, and said: “I can’t wait to get started.”.
Ryanair Passenger Numbers Reach New High
Ryanair’s monthly passenger numbers reached an all-time high of more than 22 million in July..
No Disciplinary Proceedings Against Police Officer Who Shot Chris Kaba
The police marksman who shot Chris Kaba will not face disciplinary proceedings, a watchdog has confirmed..
Woman Arrested After Four Men Stabbed In Covent Garden
A woman has been arrested after four men were stabbed in Covent Garden in central London, police said..
Man Charged In Connection With Death Of Nine Year Old Girl
A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of a nine-year-old child in Arbroath..
Body Recovered In Search For Boy 13 In Sea Off East Yorkshire Coast
A body has been recovered in the search for a 13-year-old boy who got into difficulty in the sea off the East Yorkshire coast, police have said..
Storm Could Cause Flooding In Scotland While South East Cries Out For Rain
Thundery showers are set to batter parts of the country and a handful of flood alerts are in place in Scotland – while central and southern England are likely to miss out on most of the much-needed rain..
Paris Hilton Shares Traumatising Effect Of Finding Fame At Early Age
Paris Hilton has admitted her experience finding fame at an early age was “traumatising sometimes”..
Single Sex Spaces Code Comes In Force More Than Year After Supreme Court Ruling
Guidance on use of toilets and changing rooms as single-sex spaces comes into force on Wednesday, almost a year-and-a-half after the landmark Supreme Court ruling on biological sex..
Police Federation Threatens Legal Action Over Early Release Of Pc Harpers Killers
A Police Federation chief has threatened to take the Government to court to stop Pc Andrew Harper’s killers being released from prison early..
Burnham Not Considering Public Inquiry Into Epsteins UK Activities
Andy Burnham is not actively considering a public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein despite claims the Government was “looking into” holding one, it is understood..
Victims Minister Says PM Looking Into Possible Epstein Inquiry
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is “looking into” a possible public inquiry into the UK actions of paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, the victims minister has said..
Local News
Rock legend thrills crowd with surprise rooftop performance
Nick Cave thrilled passersby with a surprise performance this morning (July 31) on the balcony of Resident, the record shop in the centre of Brighton.
Thousands of students celebrate graduation at four-day ceremony
Thousands of students marked the beginning of their new chapter during this year’s graduation ceremonies.
Brighton Pride organiser says Berlin attack is 'real focus' for this year's event
The world’s eyes will be on the city this weekend as tens of thousands gather for the UK’s biggest Pride festival.
More than 50 vehicles including caravans pitch up on popular field
More than 50 vehicles have pitched up on a popular field in Eastbourne
Man wanted by German authorities among arrests at camp housing asylum seekers
Two arrests have been made at an army barracks being used to house single male migrants
Heritage railway suspends all steam locomotive services
The Bluebell Railway in Sussex has suspended all steam train services "until further notice" due to increased fire risk caused by dry weather.
Public toilets reopen after major refurbishment
Modernised public toilets have reopened at a popular recreation ground as part of major investment project
Part of listed building to be made safe and put up for sale
Part of a listed building in Bexhill is to be made safe and put up for sale, council leaders have decided.
Some of the top spots to enjoy a fabulous brunch during Brighton Pride
From seafood and sparkles to drag and donuts, Nick Mosley reveals some of the top spots to enjoy a Brighton Pride brunch
Council 'too slow' to respond to FoI requests
The council is too slow to respond to too many freedom of information (FoI) inquests, according to opposition leader Steve Davis, who also said that staff felt nervous and under pressure to withhold information.
'We want to serve the local community' says owner of new American diner
Businessman Mohammad Golam Hossain's latest venture in Brighton is the Ranch diner restaurant on Western Road, which specialises in burgers and US breakfast food
New 24-hour gym to open in former high street shop
A brand new 24-hour gym is set to open, taking over former site of The Original Factory Shop.
Brighton Pride Parade timings and road closures as route changed for 2026 event
Some 300,000 people are expected to participate in and watch as Brighton and Hove Pride will mark 35 years of the modern event in 2026.
Two Sussex locations see some of Britain's biggest increase in value of coastal homes
Littlehampton and Worthing in Sussex have seen some of the biggest increases in the value of sea view properties in the UK, according to new research from Rightmove.
'This restaurant left me with a fiesta in my mouth and a smile on my face'
Founded in 2021, Saltio sits just a stone’s throw from Worthing Pier and bills itself as one of the "top Mexican eateries in the South."
Man builds bath on wheels to tackle chores while soaking in bubbles
A bath fanatic created a tub on wheels so he could do his daily chores while relaxing in bubbles.
Train service ending in Sussex revealed as Britain's most crowded
New data from the Department of Transport shows that a morning rush hour Thameslink service from Bedford to Three Bridges was the most crowded in Britain
Here are all the changes made to pride festival entry to prevent queuing 'chaos'
Organisers of Brighton and Hove Pride have shared the changes made following queuing "chaos" at its previous event
'We should get free tickets' says resident living 'on doorstep' of pride party
Organisers of Brighton and Hove Pride have addressed criticism from residents who live near the street party
Pair accused of taking seven-figure sum from consultancy in business fraud
A man and a woman are set to appear in Lewes Crown Court after being accused of committing fraud and making unauthorised payments from an environmental consultancy









































