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UEFA World Cup Boycott Remains As FIFAs Support Of Infantino Changes Nothing
A European threat to boycott the World Cup remains in place despite FIFA and its president Gianni Infantino apologising over the handling of a private investor plan..
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..
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
MP urges NHS to reinvest hospital land sale proceeds
An MP has demanded answers over the sale of land and called for all proceeds to be reinvested in healthcare.
Why Chardonnay should be given a chance, says Brighton wine expert
"I don’t like Chardonnay but I love Chablis." Wine shops across the country endlessly hear this phrase from shoppers, but the statement is purely and simply contradictory
University celebrates three decades of global summer learning
The University of Sussex is marking 30 years of Undergraduate Summer School programmes.
Four Brighton and Hove dining deals that are worth trying this summer
I'm always keenly on the lookout for juicy dining deals to share with our Taste readers.
Pickle juice meets matcha in unusual new summer drink
A tea company has launched limited edition iced pickle matcha drink.
Enchanting children's trail returns to Sussex garden
High Beeches Garden has welcomed the return of the Willow Fairy and Dragon Trail.
Comedy night and surrealist picnic to come to Lewes gallery next month
Farleys House & Gallery in Lewes is set to host Arts Laugh comedy night on August 28 and the Annual Surrealist Picnic on
Sussex company launches new dog toy for smaller breeds
A new dog toy from Sussex-based company has hit the market.
Sussex grandmother among those in court 'chaos' over terror group hearing
Marji Mansfield, 69, from Chichester, was among those who were due to have cases relating to expressing support for protest group Palestine Action heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today (July 30).
Sussex grandmother among those in court 'chaos' over terror group hearing
Marji Mansfield, 69, from Chichester, was among those who were due to have cases relating to expressing support for protest group Palestine Action heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today (July 30).
Shoplifter with 133 previous offences jailed after targeting convenience stores
Max Huggett was found to be in breach of a suspended sentence after he committed a spate of new offences within days of appearing at court in Crawley.
Shoplifter with 133 previous offences jailed after targeting convenience stores
Max Huggett was found to be in breach of a suspended sentence after he committed a spate of new offences within days of appearing at court in Crawley.
Man pronounced dead outside hospital
Emergency services responded to concerns for a man's welfare outside Crawley Hospital at around 6pm yesterday evening (July 29).
Man arrested following police pursuit with drugs and cash seized
The incident occurred in Crawley at around 20pm on July 29, when officers made initial attempts to stop a vehicle after suspicions were raised about its connection to drug dealing in the area.
Parish council tells Travellers to get their caravans off the village green tonight
Yapton Parish Council said police had today (Thursday, July 30) served notice on residents of an unauthorised encampment on the King George V Playing Field.
Parish council tells Travellers to get their caravans off village green tonight
Yapton Parish Council said police had today (Thursday, July 30) served notice on residents of an unauthorised encampment on the King George V Playing Field.
Man arrested following police pursuit with drugs and cash seized
The incident occurred in Crawley at around 20pm on July 29, when officers made initial attempts to stop a vehicle after suspicions were raised about its connection to drug dealing in the area.
Hospital evacuated after reports of 'chemical smell' prompt huge emergency response
A large fleet of emergency vehicles descended on Crawley Hospital in West Sussex yesterday afternoon (July 29).
Pub launches first-ever Pride party with DJs and themed cocktails
A pub just steps from the parade route is kicking off Brighton and Hove Pride with a Pride party.
More than 50 vehicles pitch up on prime beach spot
The vehicles, which include approximately 25 caravans, have been pictured at East Beach Green in Littlehampton today (July 30)






































