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Presidents prime ministers and cardinals gather for funeral of Pope Francis
Presidents, prime ministers and cardinals have gathered for the funeral of Pope Francis as huge crowds descended upon Vatican City..
Duke of Yorks accuser Virginia Giuffre dies aged 41
Virginia Giuffre, an outspoken sex trafficking survivor who settled a sexual assault lawsuit against the Duke of York, has died aged 41, her publicist has confirmed..
Flags to fly at half mast as First Minister attends Popes funeral
Flags on Scottish Government buildings will fly at half-mast in honour of Pope Francis as the First Minister attends his funeral in Rome..
Gatwick accepts changes on aircraft noise and public transport in expansion bid
London Gatwick has said it is ready to accept tougher limits on aircraft noise and public transport needs in an effort to get the green light for its expansion plans..
Quarter of a million people viewed Popes body over three days
Some 250,000 mourners paid their respects to Pope Francis over a three-day lying-in-state, the Vatican said on the eve of his funeral..
Princess Royal remembers brave Anzacs in their own words at Gallipoli
The Princess Royal has remembered brave Anzacs in their own words during a dawn service in north-west Turkey where thousands fell 110 years ago..
New laws that could see water bosses jailed over sewage spills come into force
Water company bosses face up to two years in prison if they cover up illegal sewage spills under new laws coming into force on Friday..
Football clubs shirts redesigned to feature seat belt
A football clubs match shirts have been redesigned to feature a seat belt motif as part of a road safety campaign backed by former England striker Ian Wright..
Tech firms and bosses face large fines for failing to remove knife crime content
Tech companies and individual executives face being collectively fined up to £70,000 each time a post relating to knife crime is not removed for their sites..
Candidates in the Runcorn Helsby by election
The vote was triggered by the resignation of Mike Amesbury.
Shock over record number of attacks on ambulance crew
Paramedics and other ambulance crew members have faced a record number of violent assaults, ambulance chiefs have warned..
Earthquake in the Sea of Marmara shakes Istanbul
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 has shaken Istanbul, Turkeys emergency management agency said..
Prince Louis shows off missing front teeth in new photo to mark seventh birthday
The Prince and Princess of Wales have celebrated Prince Louiss seventh birthday by posting a new photograph of their youngest son..
UK Government borrowing rises above forecasts for financial year
The UK Government borrowed more than expected for the latest financial year, according to new official figures..
Not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care on wards survey finds
There are not enough NHS staff to ensure safe care for maternity patients or those recovering from injury or illness, according to a poll..
Pothole breakdowns up by nearly a fifth in 12 months
Vehicle breakdowns caused by potholes increased by nearly a fifth in 12 months, new figures indicate..
Talks to resume over Birmingham bin strike
Talks aimed at ending the long-running Birmingham bin strike will resume on Wednesday..
Starmer backtracks on trans women are women comment following court ruling
Sir Keir Starmer said a woman is an adult female as he appeared to U-turn on his previous stance on trans rights following the Supreme Courts judgment on the issue..
Starmer praises resilience of Ukrainians as he makes training visit
Sir Keir Starmer has said it is incredibly humbling to see the work being done by allied nations to train Ukrainian troops..
Sir Keir Starmer among world leaders to attend Pope Franciss funeral
Sir Keir Starmer will be among world leaders and dignitaries to attend the funeral of Pope Francis this weekend..
Local News
Public toilets reopen following refurbishment
Another public toilet in Brighton has reopened following refurbishment.
Energy price cap: which areas may have to pay more with regional energy pricing?
What is zonal or regional energy pricing, and who would be its winners and losers?
Prince Harry loses appeal on keeping level of police protection when in the UK
The Court of Appeal has rejected Prince Harry's appeal on the level of police protection he receives in the UK.
Teenager assaulted on green during busy market
A teenager was reported to have been assaulted by two teenage boys.
Therapeutic horse riding charity struggling financially
Mid Sussex Riding for the Disabled is struggling with financial pressures and rising demand for its services.
First look inside huge new city centre venue ahead of grand opening
It may have a new name and location, but organisers say this year’s version of Spiegeltent in Brighton will have the same essence and heart as the usual popular venue.
Fire at laundrette sparks emergency response
Emergency services were called to a fire at a laundrette.
How to choose the best broadband deal - and increase your wifi speed
Experts share how to choose the best broadband deal and increase your WiFi speed in five easy fixes.
'Looking forward to getting to work immediately' - new Hove councillor elected
A new councillor has been elected to a Hove ward
Several caravans park up on cricket pitch
Several caravans have parked on a cricket pitch and sports ground
Liberal Democrats retain Eastbourne council seats
The Liberal Democrats have retained two council seats in Eastbourne, following a pair of by-elections.
Liberal Democrats keep Midhurst
It was a good night for the Liberal Democrats after the party held on to its county and district seats in Midhurst.
Gatwick Airport drop-off charge rises to £7
Gatwick Airport has raised the cost of using its drop-off zones by £1, with the minimum fee now set at £7.
Local Elections 2025 results LIVE: Updates across Sussex
A number of local election results in Sussex have been counted or are being counted today.
Certain iPhones to be locked out of WhatsApp from Monday - devices affected
Certain iPhones will be left unable to access WhatsApp from Monday (May 5) - find out why and see the full list of devices affected.
Gogglebox star opens up about horrifying health diagnosis without any cure
A Gogglebox star has opened up about a horrifying health diagnosis she receievd after losing her sight while driving and failing to recognise her friend.
Parents have just days to apply for free card that could save thousands
Parents have just days left to apply for essential healthcare cover ahead of the school summer holidays, with Global Health Insurance Cards (GHIC.
HMRC is urging parents to sign up and save £2,000 a year on childcare
Parents can sign up for the HMRC scheme and get 20 per cent towards nursery, childminders, wraparound and holiday childcare.
Jeremy Clarkson reveals he’s found his ‘true calling’ away from the Grand Tour
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he has found his “true calling” after leaving The Grand Tour.
Lidl issues warning to customers ahead of May bank holidays
Lidl customers have also been told to expect busier supermarkets on Saturday, as is often the case on Bank Holiday weekends