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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
New collaboration launches sunglasses chains with coastal flair
Two brands have joined forces to create a new summer accessory collection.
MP welcomes plans to ban social media access for under-16s
Chris Ward MP has welcomed the government's landmark decision to ban social media platforms from offering services to children under the age of 16.
New programme to help young people overcome barriers to work
A new youth-led programme is set to support hundreds of teenagers.
New study crowns coastal hotspot Britain’s top nightlife spot
Brighton has been named the ultimate coastal destination for a night out.
Family fundraises to make memories after father’s cancer diagnosis
A family is raising funds to make lasting memories after shock cancer diagnosis.
Conservationists unite to tackle decline of wildlife-rich meadows
One of the nation's most important gatherings dedicated to meadow conservation, restoration and management is taking place at Kew Wakehurst
Two major debates shaping the future of our society
Since being elected, there have been two issues that constituents have written to me about more than any others.
Limited-edition lollipops coming to IKEA stores this weekend
A playful treat is set to surprise shoppers with a savoury twist.
Singer-songwriter unveils first solo release ahead of album launch
Art rock and soul-inspired singer and songwriter Warby, based in Brighton, will release his single Forsaken on June 26.
Charity supporters to abseil down seafront tower for good causes
Charities are set to abseil down the i360 tower for a fundraising day this month.
Farm open day to showcase food production and wildlife work
A farm open day will give visitors a behind-the-scenes look at how food is produced.
School praised for inclusive community in top inspection accolade
A Horsham school has been praised for its inclusive community in a recent inspection.
Care home employee recognised with prestigious apprentice award
Caytlin Baker, Senior Carer at Lakeview Grange, took home the ‘Best Apprentice’ Award on Friday, June 12.
Bingo venue to celebrate first anniversary since reopening
A bingo venue in Hastings will mark its first year since reopening with a day of celebration.
Students bring Foundling Hospital history to life with production of Hetty Feather
The fascinating true story of London’s Foundling Hospital for babies was told at Roedean Theatre with the production of Jacqueline Wilson’s Hetty Feather.
Fashion retailer returns to Sussex town centre after closing all stores 6 years ago
Fashion retailer Evans has returned to the UK high street in Yours Clothing stores after closing all its shops in 2020, including a location in Sussex.
'Kind and devoted' mother died after disappearing from her home
A “kind and devoted” mother from Hassocks who disappeared from her home died after developing a drug addiction.
Recap: Emergency services dealing with incident on railway
There are rail delays as emergency services at an incident between Brighton and Three Bridges.
Replica of one of history’s most famous ships arrives in Sussex
A replica of one of history’s most famous ships has arrived in Eastbourne.
Teenager injured in collision with van
Carden Avenue in Brighton was partially blocked this morning (June 18) due to a crash involving a van and a pedestrian.











































