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Olympics Announces Ban On Transgender Women In Female Competition
The International Olympic Committee has announced that transgender women will be banned from competing as females from the 2028 Games..
UK Gets Biggest Cut To Growth Outlook This Year Among Worlds Major Economies
The UK is facing the biggest hit to economic growth out of the world’s most advanced economies because of a spike in energy prices caused by war in the Middle East, new forecasts show..
Keir Starmer Warns Against Forgetting Threat Of Russia Amid Iran Conflict
Britain and its allies cannot forget about the threat Russia poses amid the war in the Middle East, Sir Keir Starmer has said..
Mohamed Salah Tipped To Join Top European Club
The 33-year-old announced earlier this week that he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season.
Citizens Advice Giving Crisis Support Every 30 Seconds Ahead Of Bill Rises
Bills including council tax, water and telecoms go up in April.
UK Faces Weaker Economic Growth And Higher Inflation
That's according to the OECD.
Pharmacy Staff Facing Escalating Abuse From Patients Poll Finds
Pharmacy staff are facing “escalating abuse” from patients while at work, with reports of racism, verbal attacks and violence, a survey has found..
Lewis Hamilton Putting Absolutely Everything In Bid For Eighth World Title
The Ferrari driver is fourth in the 2026 F1 Championship.
Citizens Advice Giving Crisis Support Every 30 Seconds Ahead Of Bill Rises
Citizens Advice has warned it is already giving “crisis support” every 30 seconds ahead of household bills including council tax and water rising from April..
West Facing War On Two Fronts Starmer Warns At Defence Summit
Western nations are facing a “war on two fronts”, Sir Keir Starmer has warned, as he meets allies at a major European defence summit..
Two Men Arrested Over Golders Green Arson Attack Released On Bail Police Say
Two men who were arrested in connection with the arson attack on Jewish community ambulances in Golders Green have been released on bail, police said..
Whitehall To Cut Consultations That Slow Down Decision Making Ministers Say
Ministers have vowed to strip away “outdated regulations and overlapping consultations” in a bid to speed up decision-making in Whitehall..
Watchdog Probing Forces Handling Of Sex Abuse Reports Made Against Andrew Tate
The police watchdog is investigating a force’s handling of sexual abuse allegations made against influencer Andrew Tate..
Consumer Confidence Collapses As Middle East War Escalates
Consumer confidence has “collapsed” as the war in the Middle East raises fears of soaring inflation over the coming months, figures show..
Resident Doctors Announce Strikes Just After Easter Break
Resident doctors in England are to strike for six days in the ongoing row over jobs and pay, the British Medical Association (BMA) announced..
First Music Roster For Disabled Artists Aims To Stop Infantilisation
A new music roster for disabled artists has been launched to help ensure musicians are recognised as professionals and tackle “infantilisation” in the industry..
Olivia Dean Lily Allen And CMAT Among Artists Nominated For The Ivors
Olivia Dean, Lily Allen and CMAT are among the artists nominated for awards which celebrate songwriting..
Luke Littler Helps England Squad Hit Target In Darts Tournament
Luke Littler was happy to teach the England squad how to hit the target as he hosted a darts tournament at St George’s Park..
Teenager Who Recorded Fatal Hammer Attack On Mother Jailed For Murder
A teenager who murdered his mother with a hammer and recorded his attack on a dictaphone has been jailed for a minimum of 22 years and six months..
First Woman Archbishop Of Canterbury Vows To Create Space Amid Difference
The first female Archbishop of Canterbury has pledged to “create a space where there is difference” as she acknowledged there is not universal support for women bishops..
Local News
City MP backs national HIV campaign and urges public testing
Chris Ward MP for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven is supporting National HIV Testing Week.
Spring comes to one of Bognor's most picturesque parks
These images capture the first signs of the season at Hotham Park in Bognor Regis, as early blooms begin to brighten the landscape.
Wedding venue named finalist in national service awards
Alfriston Gardens has been named a Finalist in the Guides for Brides Customer Service Awards 2026,
Education drive helps slash sewer pipe blockages by 62 per cent
Blockages across Chichester have plummeted following the launch of a pilot to keep ‘unflushables’ out of pipes.
Creative hub launches packed programme of half-term activities
Families and creatives of all ages are invited to enjoy a week of artistic fun and inspiration at The Art House in Eastbourne this February half term.
Novel-writing competition opens up to all aspiring authors
The annual Rooker Prize is now open – and for the first time, everyone can enter.
Sussex microbakery with 'best cinnamon buns in the world' named among Britain's best
The Sunday Times has revealed its choices for some of the best microbakeries around Britain, picking out 16 worth trying.
University backs sustainability champions at major food awards
The University of Brighton is sponsoring the Sustainability Champions category in the BRAVO Awards.
High street shops host artists in new creative scheme
Businesses and artists are teaming up to encourage more shoppers to visit Worthing town centre this spring.
MP calls for legal guarantee on 62-day cancer treatment target
Jess Brown-Fuller MP has marked World Cancer Day, highlighting the urgent need to tackle delays in cancer care .
Lloyds Banking Group confirms 4 more banks in Sussex will close - see when and where
Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed another 95 of its bank branches across the UK will be closing between May 2026 and March 2027.
Lung cancer screening programme boosted by new mobile unit
A mobile lung cancer screening unit will be making its way across Sussex, and is arriving in Littlehampton this week
Garden to reopen with late winter blooms and woodland walks
Bates Green Garden, located adjacent to the renowned Arlington Bluebell Walk on Tye Hill Lane in Arlington, reopens its gates to visitors later this month.
Upgraded play area opens with features chosen by residents
Work at Homefield Park in Worthing is now complete and the new-look playground is ready to use.
'A wealth tax could have been transformative for this country'
Last week came the news that Whitehawk food bank is on the brink of closure, unless it can raise £40k., writes Cllr Steve Davis.
School choir takes to O2 stage in world’s largest children’s concert
North Mundham School choir recently attended London’s O2 Arena as part of the Young Voices annual event.
Beloved pool reopens with splash of new family-friendly features
Families in Eastbourne are set for a splashing start to the February half term as the Sovereign Centre’s popular leisure pool re-opens with a refreshed look.
Highways worker is attacked while stopping non-residents from entering flooded area
A council worker has been "attacked" by a member of the public. It happened on February 11 at the A29 Shripney Road closure near Bognor Regis.
Chance to win trip to Vietnam when you eat out at Pho restaurants
Pho is offering diners a chance to win a trip to Vietnam on Vietnamese New Year.
Police give statement on 'devastating attack' after man admits killing his own father
Police have released a statement after Fabio Botros pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of his own father in Brighton, at Lewes Crown court today










































