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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..
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..
Local News
Campaign group reacts after plans for King Alfred approved
A campaign group has shared their reaction after plans to demolish and rebuild the King Alfred leisure centre in Hove were approved.
Major change to finishing point of Pride parade
A change has been made to the finishing point of Brighton and Hove Pride's parade.
Live updates as A27 blocked by fuel spillage
The A27 has been blocked due to a stalled car and a fuel spillage.
What are the next steps for the King Alfred after plans were approved?
With plans for the King Alfred Leisure Centre in Hove having been approved at committee, what does this really mean and what are the next steps for the project?
Shopping centre to partially reopen after glass ceiling panel collapse
Swan Walk in Horsham has been closed since July 13, when a panel fell from its glass roof and landed in the centre.
Live updates as road closed following serious crash
The B2096 Battle Road has been closed in both directions following a serious crash involving a car and a motorbike.
August Competitions Are Here: Win Big This Summer
Step into August with three fantastic competitions offering something for everyone, from a memorable seaside escape to matchday treats and a helpful shopping boost.
Married woman dies after cliff fall at beach
She was airlifted to hospital but died the next day
Huge emergency response after fire breaks out in residential building
Firefighters battled a fire that broke out in a flat on the top floor of a residential building in Hollingdean Terrace, Brighton, on Thursday morning.
Popular medieval jousting festival kicks off this weekend
The Loxwood Joust medieval festival is set to begin this weekend for a 2026 summer of historical festivities in West Sussex.
Martin Lewis criticises 'misleading and unnecessary' major crisp brand packaging
MoneySavingExpert Martin Lewis has criticised the information on a packet of Wotsits, saying it is "misleading"
Decision due on largest development in village 'in recent years' amid backlash
The proposals, for land at Turnpike Farm on The Broyle, Broyle Side, near Ringmer, have been given the nod by Lewes District Council planning officers.
Inside newly reopened gym after refurbishment
PureGym, the UK’s largest gym operator, is excited to announce the upgrade of PureGym Brighton Central.
More than 100 acres of woodland complete with lake put up for sale
The land, known as Possingworth Park lake and woodland, is located around 2.5 miles from the market town of Heathfield, in East Sussex.
'Urgent' repairs to beach footpath to begin next week
The works to the footpath at East Beach in Selsey, will start on August 3 and are expected to last for around four days
Decision due on plans for 'prison-style' fence around school
Plans for a mesh security fence surrounding a Brighton school's playing fields are recommended for approval when it goes before councillors next week.
Neighbour's shock as car goes up in flames in residential road
The incident occurred on Ellen Street, Hove, at around 9:45 pm on July 28
YouTube stars visit the Sussex hotel they claim is the UK's worst rated
The full-time travel video bloggers from Wales post under the name of 'Ash and Kels' on YouTube, regularly sharing their experiences of destinations and accommodation across the UK
Everything you need to know ahead of Nick Cave's 'homecoming' gig
As fans prepare to head to Brighton for Nick Cave's homecoming gig, this is everything you need to know.
Man says he bit into metal screw in sandwich from popular food shop
A man has described the shock and pain of biting into a metal screw baked into a piece of bread bought from Infinity Foods in Brighton North Laine










































