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Trump Raises Hopes For War To Wind Down But No Sign Of Reduced Fighting
Hopes rose that the Iran war could begin winding down as US President Donald Trump claimed that his government was holding productive talks with Tehran, but fighting showed no signs of slowing and Iran denied there were talks..
Dying Patients Face Postcode Lottery As Care Undervalued
People who are dying face a “postcode lottery” of care in their most vulnerable moments, MPs have said..
Government Must Plan For Iran War To Continue For Some Time Starmer Says
Britain must be prepared for the Iran war to continue “for some time”, the Prime Minister has said..
Aspiring First Time Buyers With Student Debt Face 2000 Annual Savings Gap
People who are saving up for a house deposit are putting aside around £2,000 per year less typically if they are still paying off a student loan, compared with those without education debts, according to research for a bank..
Report Highlights Economic Value Of Railway Stations
Railway stations could help to unlock one million jobs and deliver £79 billion in economic value by 2036, new research suggests..
Keir Starmer To Chair Cobra Meeting After Donald Trump Call On Iran Crisis
Sir Keir Starmer is set to convene an emergency Cobra meeting on Monday after a call with Donald Trump to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz..
Police Investigate Antisemitic Hate Crime After Ambulances Set Alight In London
Police are investigating an antisemitic hate crime after an apparent arson attack on four ambulances belonging to the Jewish Community Ambulance service in London, the Metropolitan Police said..
One In Four Donors Have Blood That Helps Critically Ill Newborn Babies
Around one in four donors in England have the blood needed to help critically-ill newborn babies, health officials have revealed..
Children On Social Media For Three Hours A Day More Likely To Develop Anxiety
Children who spend more than three hours a day on social media are more likely to develop mental health problems such as depression and anxiety as teenagers, according to research..
Newcastle Vow Action After Alleged Racist Abuse Halts Tyne Wear Derby
Newcastle have vowed to track down those responsible for discriminatory abuse aimed at Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida during Sunday’s Tyne-Wear derby..
Cases Of Meningitis Linked To An Outbreak In Kent Have Dropped
The number of cases of meningitis linked to an outbreak in Kent has decreased after some “confirmed” cases were downgraded following further tests, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said..
Over 8000 Meningitis Vaccines Handed Out In Kent As Queues Improve Over Weekend
More than 8,000 meningitis B vaccines have been handed out since the outbreak in Kent while the number of cases is up to 34 from 29..
First Minecraft Theme Park Land To Open In London Next Year
The world’s first Minecraft theme park land is set to open in the UK in 2027 and plans to bring the bestselling video game of all time to life..
Nicola Coughlan Graham Norton And Michael Cera Appear In Saturday Night Live UK
Saturday Night Live UK has kicked off its first show with guest appearances from Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan, TV presenter Graham Norton and Canadian actor Michael Cera..
Trump Warns Iran To Reopen Hormuz Or Face Strikes On Power Plants
President Donald Trump warned the US will “obliterate” Iranian power plants if it does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours..
2000 To Gather For Historic Service For First Female Archbishop Of Canterbury
The Church of England’s first woman appointed to its top ministry role has spoken of the “immense privilege” she feels ahead of her official enthronement..
Iranian Man And Romanian Woman Charged After Submarine Base Incident
An Iranian man and a Romanian woman have been charged after two people tried to enter the naval base which is the home of the UK’s nuclear deterrent..
Meningitis Cases Rise To 34 From 29 As Students Queue For Third Day For Vaccines
The number of cases linked to the meningitis outbreak in Kent has risen to 34, up from 29 previously, as hundreds of students queued for a third day to get vaccinated..
Iran Targets Diego Garcia With Missiles After Warning British Lives In Danger
Iran has reportedly fired missiles towards a joint US-UK base in the Indian Ocean following its warning that British lives are “in danger” after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer backed the US to carry out further strikes..
Live From London Saturday Night Live UK To Launch With Host Tina Fey
US actress Tina Fey will launch the series premiere of Saturday Night Live UK alongside Isle Of Wight band Wet Leg who will join as the show’s first musical guest..
Local News
Line-up announced for Brighton band's huge homecoming show on the beach this summer
The Maccabees are heading back to Brighton to headline a homecoming show as the full line-up for On The Beach 2026 is finally revealed.
I tried the Jamaican place that Uber Eats called the best restaurant in the country
Review of Natty's Jerk Kitchen & Rum Stop, their newest branch, which opened recently near Preston Park in Brighton, selling Jamaican food.
Tributes paid after devoted Brighton supporter dies in the line of duty
Tributes have been paid to a devoted Brighton and Hove Albion FC fan from Tonbridge in Kent who died recently in the line of duty, on March 21.
Four men uncovered through criminal chat messenger jailed for drug dealing
Four men operating as “professional drug dealers” across the county have been jailed
Major town centre 300-home development recommended for approval
The long-awaited Crawley Station Gateway scheme has been recommended for approval by planning officers
Pet dog dies following 'horror' attack on bus
Police are looking for witnesses following a “traumatising” dog attack on a bus
Grace stars share what it's like being part of the show ahead of sixth series
John Simm and Richie Campbell have such a great time on the set of ITV’s Grace that they are happy to keep reprising their roles on the Brighton-based detective drama.
New exhibition launches in city celebrating women in rugby
An exhibition celebrating women in rugby will launch at Brighton and Hove’s Seafront Gallery next week.
Man jailed for stealing Asda van from retail park
A man has been jailed for stealing an Asda delivery van from Eastbourne
Boy wows judges with 'absolutely phenomenal' audition on Britain's Got Talent
A 12-year-old boy wowed the judges on Britain’s Got Talent this weekend
Hit comedy show returns with stars from Sussex
Last One Laughing UK returns to Prime Video with Sussex stars Romesh Ranganathan and Maisie Adam joining other top comedians in the hit comedy competition series
Updates after main road partially blocked following crash
The A259 at Lancing has been partially blocked due to a crash.
Police chase sees boy among three people arrested
Three people were arrested including a 15-year-old after reports of an assault and suspicious behaviour relating to a car travelling from Brighton
The three Brighton missing cats which need to be found
A cat charity is encouraging owners to get their pets microchipped
Person taken to hospital after emergency incident on railway tracks
A person was taken to hospital with injuries after a casualty was reported on train tracks
Sussex man jailed in Iran slams government for 'abandonment' in war zone
An East Sussex who has been jailed alongside his wife for ten years in Iran for spying has criticised the government for abandoning them in a war zone.
Overnight deep cleaning scheme for city is approved
The streets of Brighton may not be paved with gold but a deep clean down one side of West Street burnished the route to and from the seafront.
Multimillion-pound flood defences upgrades for Sussex towns announced
The money will be used for investment in Adur and Worthing, as part of a wider £830 million funding pot for projects across England.
'Delight' as popular attraction named the top for visitors in Sussex
Wakehurst is the number one visitor attraction in Sussex for the second year running, according to new figures released recently
Teacher struck off after repeatedly confessing his love for pupil
A teacher at a more than £30,000 a year boarding school has been struck off after repeatedly declaring his love to a pupil









































