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Newcastle Vow Action After Alleged Racist Abuse Halts Tyne Wear Derby
Newcastle have vowed to track down those responsible for discriminatory abuse aimed at Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida during Sunday’s Tyne-Wear derby..
Cases Of Meningitis Linked To An Outbreak In Kent Have Dropped
The number of cases of meningitis linked to an outbreak in Kent has decreased after some “confirmed” cases were downgraded following further tests, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said..
Over 8000 Meningitis Vaccines Handed Out In Kent As Queues Improve Over Weekend
More than 8,000 meningitis B vaccines have been handed out since the outbreak in Kent while the number of cases is up to 34 from 29..
First Minecraft Theme Park Land To Open In London Next Year
The world’s first Minecraft theme park land is set to open in the UK in 2027 and plans to bring the bestselling video game of all time to life..
Nicola Coughlan Graham Norton And Michael Cera Appear In Saturday Night Live UK
Saturday Night Live UK has kicked off its first show with guest appearances from Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, TV presenter Graham Norton and Canadian actor Michael Cera..
Trump Warns Iran To Reopen Hormuz Or Face Strikes On Power Plants
President Donald Trump warned the US will “obliterate” Iranian power plants if it does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours..
2000 To Gather For Historic Service For First Female Archbishop Of Canterbury
The Church of England’s first woman appointed to its top ministry role has spoken of the “immense privilege” she feels ahead of her official enthronement..
Iranian Man And Romanian Woman Charged After Submarine Base Incident
An Iranian man and a Romanian woman have been charged after two people tried to enter the naval base which is the home of the UK’s nuclear deterrent..
Meningitis Cases Rise To 34 From 29 As Students Queue For Third Day For Vaccines
The number of cases linked to the meningitis outbreak in Kent has risen to 34, up from 29 previously, as hundreds of students queued for a third day to get vaccinated..
Iran Targets Diego Garcia With Missiles After Warning British Lives In Danger
Iran has reportedly fired missiles towards a joint US-UK base in the Indian Ocean following its warning that British lives are “in danger” after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer backed the US to carry out further strikes..
Live From London Saturday Night Live UK To Launch With Host Tina Fey
US actress Tina Fey will launch the series premiere of Saturday Night Live UK alongside Isle Of Wight band Wet Leg who will join as the show’s first musical guest..
Wintry Weather To Return After UK Enjoys Warmest Day Of The Year So Far
A return to colder weather, and a chance of snow for some, is set to follow a week of sunshine which brought the warmest day of the year so far in the UK..
Meningitis Parts Of UK Could See Sporadic But Containable Clusters
Students in Kent have queued for hours for meningitis vaccines for a second day as a public health director said “sporadic” household clusters could appear in other parts of the UK..
Cooper Warns Tehran Against Targeting UK Interests
The Foreign Secretary has warned Tehran against targeting UK interests as her Iranian counterpart said the UK providing its military bases to the US to use is seen as “participation in aggression”..
Entering Football Match Without Ticket To Become Illegal Before Wembley Final
Entering a football match without a ticket will become a criminal offence ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup final at Wembley, more than five years after thousands of ticketless fans stormed the same stadium..
Household Energy Bills To Jump By 332 A Year In July Latest Forecasts Show
Household energy bills could jump by £332 a year in July as recent sharp increases in wholesale prices are set to feed through into Ofgem’s price cap, according to the latest forecasts..
Meningitis Family Describe Immeasurable Loss As Cases Rise To 29
The family of a teenager who died from meningitis in the Kent outbreak have described their “immeasurable loss” as the number of cases jumped to 29..
NHS Coped During Covid But Only Just Inquiry Chairwoman
The NHS “coped, but only just” during the Covid-19 pandemic, the inquiry into the crisis has concluded..
Health Secretary Promises More Meningitis Vaccines As Number Of Cases Rise To 27
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has said more people affected by a meningitis outbreak in Kent will get vaccines as the number of cases rose to 27..
Bank Holds UK Interest Rates At 375 And Stands Ready To Act Over Iran War
The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% as policymakers hiked forecasts for UK inflation due to war in the Middle East pushing up energy prices..
Local News
Children's Charity to hold circus themed gala night
Rockinghorse Children’s Charity will present the Circus of Dreams at the Corn Exchange in Brighton on Saturday, March 21.
Councillor praises 'fantastic' support of carers charity
East Sussex County Council’s Chairman has praised a charity supporting young carers after attending an activity day.
Tribute show to one of music’s most electrifying performers coming to theatre
What’s Love Got to Do with It? is coming to Eastbourne on April 26 for one-night only.
Award-winning company brings new comedy show to Sussex
Dyad Productions and Company Gavin Robertson are joining forces for a new production.
Family festival to light up town centres with theatre and illuminated shows
Two free events in Hailsham and Uckfield will fill town centres with illuminated street theatre, music, storytelling and creative activities for families.
Labour’s plans to end child poverty still fall short
The government has finally done a good thing and moved to scrap the cruel two-child benefit cap as it promised before it came to power.
People with terminal illness may be eligible for new council tax exemption
Wealden District Council unanimously agreed to introduce additional support to ease the financial burden of Council Tax for residents with a terminal illness.
New NFU chairman in Sussex aims to inspire next generation
The new farming leader for West Sussex has spoken of his passion for inspiring future generations of farmers.
University launches toolkit to protect the UK's trees and forests
A toolkit aimed at winning legal rights for trees, woodlands and forests in the UK, has been launched by experts from the University of Sussex.
MP calls on government to do more on economy in wake of Spring Forecast
John Milne MP has called for stronger economic action after the government’s Spring Forecast.
'Brighton and Hove have a really strong ethos of sisterhood'
Last Sunday was International Women’s Day. An important day each year to celebrate girls and women.
MP takes part in student question and answer session at Coombe Primary
Chris Ward MP for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven joined Year 6 pupils at Coombe Road Primary School for a lively Q&A session.
Acclaimed play The Boy at the Back of the Class heading to Sussex theatre
The Devonshire Park Theatre proudly hosts The Boy at the Back of the Class from March 24 - 28 2026
Council reminds residents of free bus pass age change ahead of April
Brighton and Hove City Council is reminding residents about national changes that will impact when people can apply for an Older Person’s Bus Pass.
Taxi driver picked up woman and sexually assaulted her in secluded location
A self-employed taxi driver picked a woman up and sexually assaulted her in a secluded place
More than 200 empty homes in city brought back into use
More than 200 empty homes have brought back into use in a Sussex city
Pictures show Sussex shrouded in fog
Heavy fog is set to continue overnight.
Emergency incident involving woman in town centre sparks major response
An incident involving a woman in the town centre sparked a serious emergency response
We tried gherkin margaritas at one of Brighton's most popular Mexican restaurants
Wahaca is slap-bang central on North Street. It’s a great place to meet friends in town, and on a Saturday evening it feels exactly as it should: bustling, lively and full of weekend energy.
Police descend on city centre skatepark incident
Police descended on a city centre park









































