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Allies Discuss Positive Progress To Use Frozen Russian Assets In Ukraine Talks
European allies have discussed “positive progress” towards using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine, Downing Street said, after hosting crisis talks over the country’s future..
Guinness Opening 73m London Brewery Venue This Week
Guinness is to open its latest brewery in London later this week after a £73 million investment..
We All Miss Her So Much Queens Tribute To Jilly Cooper On Rivals Set
The Queen has met the cast and crew behind the dramatisation of her late friend Dame Jilly Cooper’s bestseller Rivals, expressing sadness that a woman who meant so much to her was not there..
Magnitude 76 Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Off Japans Northern Coast
A powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake has struck off northern Japan triggering a tsunami of up to 40 centimetres in coastal communities in the region, the Japanese Meteorological Agency said..
Mohamed Salah Appears In Good Spirits During Liverpool Training Session
Mohamed Salah smiled and chatted to team-mates as he attended Liverpool’s first training session since his incendiary outburst at Elland Road on Saturday..
Ariana Grande Paul Mescal And Jacob Elordi Among Golden Globe Awards Nominees
Wicked actress Ariana Grande, Hamnet actor Paul Mescal and Frankenstein star Jacob Elordi are among the nominees for the 2026 Golden Globe Awards..
Starmer Says He Wants Apprentices At Top Of Politics
Sir Keir Starmer said he wanted to see more apprentices reach the Cabinet as he set out plans to boost the training schemes..
Zelensky Says Ukraine Cant Manage Without US Or European Support
Crisis talks over the future of Ukraine have begun behind the black door of No 10 Downing Street, after the country’s president Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in London to meet European allies..
Joey Barton Spared Jail Over Grossly Offensive Social Media Posts
Ex-footballer Joey Barton has been spared jail after sending grossly offensive social media posts about broadcaster Jeremy Vine and TV football pundits Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko..
YouTube Star Angryginge Scored More Than Half The Vote In Im A Celebrity Win
YouTube star Angryginge took more than half of the vote when he was crowned winner of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2025..
YouTube Star Angryginge Scored More Than Half The Vote In Im A Celebrity Win
YouTube star Angryginge took more than half of the vote when he was crowned winner of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2025..
Healthcare Not Always Available When And Where Needed Human Rights Report Warns
Healthcare in Scotland is not always available when people need it, a report has warned..
Defence Secretary Unveils Hi Tech Naval Force To Defend Undersea Cables
Defence Secretary John Healey has said the UK and its allies are ready to “track and deter” Russian submarines as he revealed plans for a new multi-million pound hi-tech force to protect undersea cables and pipelines..
Minister Hails Hugely Important Moment As UK Marks 25 Years Of Offshore Wind
A minister has hailed offshore wind as the “backbone” of the country’s clean energy system as the sector marks 25 years since the UK’s first turbines were erected off the coast of Northumberland..
Mininster Hails Hugely Important Moment As UK Marks 25 Years Of Offshore Wind
A minister has hailed offshore wind as the “backbone” of the country’s clean energy system as the sector marks 25 years since the UK’s first turbines were erected off the coast of Northumberland..
Heathrow Passengers Stranded For Hours At Bus Stops After Pepper Spray Attack
Passengers arriving at Heathrow Terminal 3 on Sunday said they faced hours waiting for buses after a number of people were attacked with a “form of pepper spray”..
Sir Keir Starmer Says Former Deputy Angela Rayner Will Return To Cabinet
Sir Keir Starmer says the “hugely talented” Angela Rayner will return to his Cabinet..
Protesters Target Crown Jewels In Tower Of London Stunt
Crumble and custard hurled at display case containing the Imperial State Crown.
Tory Peer Defects To Reform UK
Lord Malcolm Offord is the latest defector to join the party .
18 Migrants Dead In Med
Inflatable dinghy capsizes south of the island of Crete.
Local News
Community project awarded grant to help people in crisis rebuild lives
Grandad’s Front Room, located on the High Street in Bognor Regis, was recently awarded £3,000 from Police & Crime Commissioner Safer in Sussex Community Fund.
Campaign to end violence against women strengthened by new pledge
West Sussex County Council and Fire and Rescue Service have both become White Ribbon UK accredited employers.
Councillor commends charity’s efforts to support isolated older adults
East Sussex County Council’s Chairman paid tribute to the work of volunteers when he visited a charity dedicated to combatting loneliness and isolation.
Pet memorial jewellers launch draw to raise funds for cats in need
Brighton-based pet memorial business Fur and Forever is running a free prize draw to win a £650 gold ring containing the fur or ashes of a pet.
Up to £5,000 available for Wealden groups promoting physical and mental health
Wealden organisations are invited to apply for funding to boost physical activity and tackle health inequalities in their communities.
Hospice in Five Ashes reopens to patients after major upgrade
Hospice in the Weald is welcoming in-patients back to its hospice in East Sussex, along with a new name to reflect the range of free care now on offer.
Care home marks Parliament Week with meaningful visit from local MP
Residents and colleagues at HC-One’s Oakhill House Care Home in Horsham had the pleasure of welcoming John Milne MP as part of UK Parliament Week celebrations.
MP praises foodbank volunteers after joining charity winter collection
John Milne, Liberal Democrat MP for Horsham, joined volunteers last week at the Horsham Matters Winter Food Collection.
Charity helping people with dementia receives boost from care home
Hazel Lodge care home in Battle recently presented local charity Drawing Life with a cheque for £1,000 to help them continue with art sessions.
Catapults are being used to maim or kill livestock and damage farm property
PCC Katy Bourne convened a rural crime roundtable, with Deputy Chief Constable Dave McLaren, local councillors, Sussex Police’s Rural Crime Team and farmers.
Forever chemicals: a paradox that embodies 'the promise and peril of modern science'
There’s been a lot in the news recently about forever chemicals, known scientifically as PFAS, writes our columnist Dr James Williams
Community hub celebrates three decades of helping local charities
A Brighton charity providing low-cost office space for the community and voluntary sector is celebrating it's 30th anniversary.
Coastal water quality praised, but MP urges action on pollution
The government's 2025 annual bathing water classifications revealed Saltdean, Brighton Kemptown and Rottingdean Beach have received “Excellent” status
Michelin-starred Horsham chef teams up with Aktar Islam for fundraising tasting night
Prept. founded in Sussex in 2020, is set to kick off its first-ever 2026 collaboration series at the acclaimed two-Michelin-starred Opheem in Birmingham.
Local businesses set for major boost from public contract changes
Small businesses are to benefit from £1 billion every year through laws allowing local authorities to reserve some contracts for suppliers in their area.
Christmas market and live music set for this Friday’s event
Christmas in Little Chelsea returns this Friday for 2025 with festive magic, live entertainment and spectacular fireworks.
Students reimagine Wizard of Oz with original songs in school show
Rye College pupils reimagined The Wizard of Oz in a recent school production, performing to an audience of students, staff, family members and special guests.
Fish restocking effort sees 53,000 released across South East
This year alone, 53,150 of juvenile fish are being introduced into South East rivers, still waters and local clubs, funded by fishing licence income.
Former soldier encourages people to send Christmas messages to veterans
An Army veteran from East Sussex is asking people to send a message of hope to veterans this Christmas.
Old auction house with interesting history on sale for £1.2M and could become flats
A striking period property in Lewes, East Sussex, formerly a dairy and an auction house has gone on sale for £1,200,000, with development potential.










































