National News
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Skydiving Plane Crash In Northern France Leaves 11 Dead
A skydiving plane has crashed in north-eastern France, killing all 11 people on board..
England Captain Ben Stokes To Retire From International Cricket After NZ Test
England captain Ben Stokes has announced his bombshell retirement from international cricket..
Body Of Boy 15 Found Near Reservoir As Police Warn Enjoy Warm Weather Safely
The body of a 15-year-old boy has been recovered near a reservoir in what police called a “sad reminder of the dangers of entering open water”..
Retail Crime Running Riot Warns Labour As Shoplifting And Assaults Rise
Retail crime is “running riot” as shoplifting and assaults on staff have risen in the past year, Scottish Labour has said..
Police Facing Mountain Of Pressures As Millions Spent On Overtime Lib Dems
Police officers are facing a “mountain of pressures”, the Scottish Liberal Democrats have said as figures showed millions has been paid out in overtime..
Fatboy Slim Getting Sober Was Probably The Hardest Thing Ive Ever Done
Celebrity DJ Fatboy Slim has called his alcohol addiction a “parasite” and said getting sober was “probably the hardest thing I’ve ever done”..
Steve Clarke Departs As Scotland Boss
It follows Scotland's exit from the World Cup.
Steve Clarke Steps Down As Scotland Boss
It's after his side exited the World Cup, with three points in Group C.
England Progress To Last 32 In The World Cup
Thomas Tuchel's side won 2-0 to progress as group winners.
England Battle To Victory Over Stubborn Panama
Thomas Tuchel's side won 2-0 to progress as group winners.
Temperatures To Drop After Record Breaking Heatwave
Temperatures will drop with thunderstorm warnings issued following a heatwave that saw the record June temperature broken three days in a row..
England Boss Thomas Tuchel Confirms Reece James Will Miss Panama Clash
Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Reece James will miss England’s final group match and faces a race against time to be fit for their first World Cup knockout match..
Madonna Tight Lipped On Kylie Duet
Queen of Pop refuses to confirm if Kylie is on her new album.
Tories Pledge To Make Serving In The Reserve Service Tax Free
The Conservatives have pledged to make serving in the reserves tax free as part of plans to boost the size of Britain’s armed forces..
Newly Released Video Shows Henry Nowak Killer Lying To Police Officers
Further police body-worn video footage has been released showing Vickrum Digwa lying to officers that he had been “racially attacked” by student Henry Nowak..
Current UK Weather Conditions Perfect For A Surge In Mosquitoes
Current UK weather conditions are perfect for a surge in mosquitoes, leading to bites, an expert has warned..
Divers Revitalise Site Of Wrecked Georgian Warship
Volunteer divers have revitalised a dive trail to the site of a Georgian warship..
More Military Barracks To House Asylum Seekers As Home Office Shuts Hotels
The Home Office is planning to use more former military barracks to house thousands of asylum seekers in its quest to shut more hotels..
Clarence House To Remain Kings London Home When Buckingham Palace Work Complete
The King and Queen will not live at Buckingham Palace once almost £370 million of refurbishment work to make the landmark fit for purpose has been completed..
Swinney Hits Back At Baseless Claims Of SNP Cover Up Of Murrells Crimes
John Swinney has hit back at claims he was involved in an SNP cover-up of Peter Murrell’s crimes, with the First Minister insisting such suggestions are “utterly and totally baseless”..
Local News
Internet star GK Barry announces live theatre show for fans
Internet star GK Barry is set to visit Brighton with a new theatre show.
Hundreds join sponsored race to support families in need
More than 200 runners took part in the Run to Run 2026 event last week.
Residents invited to join panel tackling inequality and poverty
A city council is calling on residents and professionals to help shape a panel aimed at tackling long-standing inequality.
The next generation deserves a stronger voice in local politics
In three weeks, Goldsmid residents go to the polls to cast their vote in the latest by-election sprung on the city since 2023, writes Steve Davis.
Summer market series to showcase the best of Sussex produce
A celebration of local food, growers and makers is coming to Sussex this month as part of county-wide market series.
Final chance to see award-winning supernatural thriller on tour
The final week of a thrilling play's tour is coming to Eastbourne this month.
Fine dining, picnics and tastings planned for English Wine Week
Bolney Wine Estate has announced events to mark English Wine Week.
Bookshop launches free workshops led by poet on 'gamechanging' project
A new poetry project in Brighton is set to encourage creative expression and lift emerging voices.
Charities invited to apply for funding to support young people
The Persimmon Charitable Foundation has opened its second funding round for registered charities helping young people into work.
Ballet Central showcases emerging talent on national tour
Ballet Central will return to Brighton this June as part of their summer tour.
Theatre project wins award for supporting young people with SEN
A performing arts project has won award for its work in building confidence and inclusion through theatre.
Charity walk aims to fund art supplies for creative sessions
A charity walk is raising funds for art supplies supporting adults with learning disabilities.
Drag stars set to dazzle at Pride season launch celebration
A Brighton hotel is set to kick off Pride season in dazzling style.
Couple recognised by Pope Leo for charitable work
A couple who have spent 25 years fundraising for an overseas aid charity have been awarded a special honour from Pope Leo in recognition of their work.
Full programme revealed for popular woodland music festival
Sussex's Wake Festival has disclosed its full line-up for its third year.
Winnie-the-Pooh milestone inspires forest conservation campaign
A 100-year legacy campaign is underway to protect the much-loved Ashdown forest.
Sussex town is banning the national flag for Pride parade
National flags have been banned from this year’s Pride parade
Man who told police he was kicked in the head in Christmas attack died shortly after
A man who later died told how he was fatally kicked in the head by two men in Brighton who ran off laughing when he tried to stand up for himself.
Two arrested after off-duty officer spots 'dangerous' motorcyclists
Two men have been arrested following a coordinated police response after an off-duty officer reported two motorcycles being ridden dangerously.
Case against former Sussex Police volunteer dropped
A former Sussex Police volunteer previously charged with dangerous driving has had the case against him discontinued.









































