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Driver Killed In Train Crash Near Bedford Named As Family Pay Tribute
The driver killed in the train crash near Bedford has been named as Shaun Burton..
UK Set To Swelter In Up To 38C As Extreme Heat Warning Expanded
An extreme heat warning has been expanded as the UK braces swelters in a heatwave that could see highs of a record-breaking 38C..
David Hockneys Funeral Takes Place Privately With Just Two In Attendance
The funeral of David Hockney has taken place in private with just his partner Jean-Pierre Goncalves de Lima and great-nephew Richard in attendance, his publicist has confirmed..
Thousands Gather For Summer Solstice As UK Braces For Sweltering Heatwave
Thousands have gathered to celebrate the summer solstice as the UK braces to bake in a heatwave that could see record-breaking temperatures..
Gorillaz Bring Multi Cultural Multi Generational Music To London
Gorillaz brought their “multi-cultural, multi-generational music” to north London as the capital baked in a heatwave..
Steve Clarkes Key Decisions As Scotland Prepare For World Cup Clash With Brazil
Scotland face Brazil in their final World Cup Group C game in Miami on Wednesday night with qualification for the group stages for the first time still in their hands..
Pay Packets Of Gen Z Outstrip Their Millennial Predecessors Report
The early careers of people born from late 1990 onwards have got off to a better start than their millennial predecessors, new research has suggested..
Children Urged To Write Letters Of Support To England And Scotland Players
Royal Mail is encouraging children to send letters of support to the England and Scotland men’s World Cup football teams as part of a new writing campaign..
JD Vance Arrives In Switzerland For Iran Negotiations On Deal To End War
US vice president JD Vance landed in Switzerland on Sunday to help formally launch negotiations with Iranian leaders over curbing Tehran’s nuclear programme and building the fragile interim deal to end the war in Iran..
King To Make History And Publish His Personal Tax Bill
The King is to become the first head of state to reveal their personal tax bill to help enhance transparency around royal finances..
Jeremy Clarkson Reveals He Has Met Up With David Cameron To Discuss Cancer
TV presenter Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has met up with former prime minister Lord David Cameron to discuss their prostate cancer diagnoses with other famous faces..
Iran Says Strait Of Hormuz Closed Again After Israeli Attacks In Lebanon
Iran’s joint military command said on Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed again, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon and US “bad faith” and “its clear breach of its commitments” by failing to end the war..
King Greatly Saddened After Train Driver Killed And Dozens Injured After Crash
The King is “greatly saddened” by a rail crash in which a train driver was killed and dozens of others seriously injured, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said..
28 In Hospital Nine In A Critical Condition After Train Collision
Twenty eight people remain in hospital, nine of them in a critical condition, after two trains collided near Bedford, police have said..
Man Found Guilty Of Sharing And Possessing Islamist Terrorist Material
A man has been found guilty of sharing terrorist videos and having information about plastic explosives..
Starmer Under Pressure To Quit After Burnhams By Election Win
Sir Keir Starmer faces pressure to set out plans to quit Downing Street over the weekend after Andy Burnham stormed to victory in the Makerfield by-election..
Two Trains Have Collided In Bedford Area Police Say
Two trains have collided in the Bedford area, police have said..
Criminal Proxies Jailed Over Arson Attacks Targeting Prime Minister
Two “useful idiots” have been jailed for a series of arson attacks targeting Sir Keir Starmer on the orders of a shadowy Russian-speaking taskmaster..
By Police In His Apartment In Nashville Tennessee During A Welfare Check
Sir Keir Starmer has insisted he will stand in a Labour leadership contest, should one be triggered after Andy Burnham returns to Westminster following his victory in the Makerfield by-election..
Arrested Man Released After Boy Three Injured In Crocodile Enclosure At Zoo
A man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a three-year-old boy was seriously injured when he was thrown into a crocodile enclosure has been released because he is not fit to be interviewed, police said..
Local News
Brighton cannot afford to lose Wellington House day centre
The current postcode lottery of adult social care provision in the UK is illustrated by the proposed closure of Brighton’s last council-run day centre, Wellington House, writes Raphael Hill.
MP calls for urgent action to improve breast cancer care
A Horsham MP is calling for urgent action to improve care for secondary breast cancer patients.
Allotment handover marks milestone for growing neighbourhood
Seventeen allotments have been handed over to a parish council.
Much-loved Teddy Bears Picnic back with packed programme
Burgess Hill Teddy Bears Picnic is set to return with a new location.
Castle visit brings art and history lessons to life for pupils
Students from The Turing School brought their art and history studies to life with an exciting visit to the infamous Arundel Castle.
Seaside town named among Britain’s top coastal holiday spots
A ranking has revealed the top 10 destinations for ultimate British seaside holiday.
Seafront event to celebrate electric vehicles and clean technology
Thousands are expected to attend this year’s London to Brighton EV Rally
Teen filmmaker recognised among Britain’s rising creative talents
A Brighton teenager has been named one of the UK’s brightest filmmaking talents.
Energy-efficient homes near completion at new housing development
New eco-friendly homes designed to use little energy are nearing completion.
'Stunning' new walking route in Sussex named one of the best in England to try
A walking route through Sussex as part of the King Charles Coastal Path has been picked out as one of the best in the area to try.
Restaurant unveils refreshed menu inspired by flavours of Asia
A culinary journey across Asia is available on The Ivy Asia’s newly refreshed Experience Menu.
Jordan Stephens to lead discussion on challenges facing young men
An Amnesty International UK event is to bring critical conversations to the stage.
'I've reached the end of my tether' - why teen wants to become councillor
Six candidates are standing in a by-election in Goldsmid ward for a seat on Brighton and Hove City Council on Thursday 25 June.
Decision due on controversial major housing scheme
Plans for a major housing development near Ringmer are set to go in front of Lewes councillors.
'Fantastic' woman who died in supported accommodation honoured by family
A woman who died in supported accommodation in Eastbourne has been honoured at a fundraising event.
My verdict on Worthing's new Indian bistro
A new Indian restaurant offers delicious comfort food with a modern twist.
Plans for redevelopment of fire-ravaged hotel welcomed by councillor
The Royal Albion Hotel on Brighton’s seafront was partially destroyed by a major blaze in July 2023.
Tower block residents report being targeted by parcel thieves
People living in tower blocks in Brighton have asked for action to be taken to stop their parcels being stolen.
Meet the owners behind new café where you can see bakers work and coffee is £3
Coburn and Baker has opened a new cafe at its bakery in the Hyde Business Park in Bevendean, in Brighton , selling fresh baked goods and coffee.
Company preparing to open new store at former unit of major clothing retailer
Sussex-based charity Guild Care will be opening the new store in the former River Island unit on Montague Street, in Worthing, later this summer.











































