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Spain Into World Cup Final As France Fall Flat
Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro fired ruthless Spain into the World Cup final as France’s quest for glory fell apart in Dallas..
Spain Are Through To The Final Of The World Cup
They secured victory over France after a thrilling two-nil win in Dallas..
Ann Widdecombe Killed In Targeted Attack Counter Terror Police Say
Veteran politician Ann Widdecombe was killed in a “targeted attack”, counter-terrorism police investigating her death have said..
Covid PPE Procurement Saw Vast 10 Billion Waste Inquiry Finds
The scramble to buy PPE during the pandemic saw the UK waste almost £10 billion of taxpayers’ money, the official inquiry into the handling of Covid-19 has found..
Politicians Facing Horrific Culture Of Violence Cabinet Minister Says
Politicians face a “horrific” culture of violence which has become worse in recent years, a Cabinet minister has warned..
Pubs To Serve More Than 64 Million Pints Of No And Low Alcohol Beer This Summer
Pubs will serve more than 64 million pints of no and low alcohol beer this summer, an increase of eight million on last year, according to industry predictions..
UK Economy Beat The Odds Because Of My Choices Reeves To Say
Rachel Reeves will say Britain’s economy has “beaten the odds” under her stewardship, in a defence of her record ahead of Andy Burnham’s incoming government..
Burnham Will Be Next Prime Minister After 349 MPs Back Him For Labour Leadership
Andy Burnham will be the next prime minister after receiving an extra 27 nominations from Labour MPs on Monday, taking his total to 349..
Ann Widdecombes Murder Being Investigated As Terrorism Police Say
The murder of veteran politician Ann Widdecombe is being treated as an act of terrorism, police have said..
Family Utterly Heartbroken After 16 Year Old Boy Stabbed To Death
The family of a 16-year-old boy who died in a stabbing have described him as a strong and kind son who was an amazing brother to his siblings..
Jurassic Park Actor Sam Neill Dies Aged 78
Jurassic Park star Sam Neill has died aged 78, his family has confirmed..
Warning Of Summer Scramble On Roads As Busiest Getaway In Four Years Expected
Drivers are being warned to expect the busiest summer getaway on the roads in four years..
Deadly Climate Impact 2700 Heat Linked Deaths In Recent Heatwaves Experts Say
More than 2,700 people died from heat-related causes during May and June’s record hot spells, as climate change makes heatwaves more deadly, experts estimate..
Twenty Seven People Killed In Fire At Bangkok Pub Say Officials
At least 27 people have been killed in a fire that engulfed a pub in Bangkok early on Monday morning, officials said..
Jannik Sinner Defends Wimbledon Title With Battling Win Against Alexander Zverev
Jannik Sinner fought off a full-blooded challenge from Alexander Zverev to successfully defend his Wimbledon title..
Two Men Die After Entering Sea To Help Children In Difficulty Police Say
Two men have died after going into the sea to try and help two children who had got into difficulty, Cleveland Police said..
Parts Of UK At Exceptional Risk Of Wildfires As Heatwave Goes On
Parts of the UK are at “exceptional” risk of wildfires as the heatwave continues, experts have warned..
Gutted Brendon McCullum Departs His Role As England Test Coach
Brendon McCullum has left his role as England’s Test head coach but will remain in charge of the white-ball set-up..
Police Not Looking For Any Other Suspects In Ann Widdecombe Murder Probe
Police investigating the alleged murder of former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe have said they “are not looking for anyone else” after a 28-year-old man was arrested..
Perfectly Reasonable For Burnham To Plot Downing Street Pathway Reeves Says
Claims that Andy Burnham has been preparing for life in Downing Street for at least a year are “perfectly reasonable”, Rachel Reeves has suggested..
Local News
Performing arts centre set to get £500,000 upgrade
Ropetackle arts centre is set for a major upgrade.
Sussex fruit helps power Co-op’s British strawberry switch
Co-op is launching its 100 per cent British strawberry range in stores.
New youth centre opens offering safe space for young people
A new youth centre was officially opened in Knoll Park in Hove on Friday, April 10.
Tiny Sussex village in pretty countryside that was the home of famous TV presenter
South Harting is in the Chichester district of West Sussex and dates back centuries.
'Furious' MP accuses council of underspending on pothole repairs by £3 million
The MP for Hastings has accused East Sussex County Council of underspending £3 million on pothole repairs.
Woman's journey from writing a blog on parenthood to becoming a bestselling author
A bestselling children’s author from Hove has brought out her ninth book in a series which has sold 2 million copies worldwide.
Looking back at The Argus's beloved weatherman of 50 years
The Argus looks back at much loved weatherman Ken Woodhams from Hove.
New 'singing sauna' experience coming to Sussex
The community event, which blends group singing with sauna bathing, will take place at Widewater Sauna in Shoreham on May 16, at 10am.
Police statement after man climbed scaffolding at station
A man was detained after climbing scaffolding around a city station.
Firefighters faced with blaze in garden of mid-terrace property
A terraced house has been damaged following a fire which spread from the garden into the building.
Police statement as man left seriously injured by stabbing
A woman has been arrested and a man has been seriously injured following a stabbing in Brighton city centre
Live updates as police shut off city centre road due to stabbing
A city centre road is closed as police deal with an incident
Road closed near hospital following fire
Southdowns Park in Haywards Heath closed both ways from Anscombe Woods Crescent to the social club following building fire Ongoing since around 05:00 this morning
Company fined thousands for fire safety breach in flats following 'urgent inspection'
13 Bedford Square Limited, the company having control of the premises at 13 Bedford Square, Brighton, was fined £4,000 at Brighton Magistrates' Court on April 9, 2026, for failing to comply with an enforcement notice served by East Sussex Fire Authority.
A to Z bucket list of things to do and places to see for a true Sussex experience
We have created an A to Z bucket list, full of things you can enjoy to get a true Sussex experience.
Seafront property previously home to bar linked to celebrity up for rent
The venue in Worthing, located at 42 Marine Parade, was previously home to Roots Bar, owned by Lady Colin Campbell, known as Lady C
Closures on busy motorway slip road to begin as part of junction upgrade
The northbound slip road at Junction 10 of the M23 in Crawley will be shut overnight on April 26, as part of ongoing works to increase junction capacity.
Beach car park temporarily free to use while new owner takes over
Southwick Beach car park, which is in the process of being sold by Adur District Council to the Shoreham Port Authority, is currently without parking charges
Plans for hundreds of new homes on 'prime agricultural land' withdrawn after backlash
Developer Barratt David Wilson Homes had proposed to build 268 homes, a sheltered living scheme and public open space at Stubcroft Farm in East Wittering.
Neighbourhood 'swamped' with cars is 'hell on earth' as parking scheme begins
Part of Brighton has become a “dumping ground” for people looking for free parking after a permit scheme was introduced nearby, residents say










































