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Three teenagers charged following violence in Ballymena
Three teenagers have been charged following disorder in Ballymena..
Gatwick bound plane carrying 53 British nationals crashes in India
A total of 53 British nationals were on board a Gatwick airport-bound plane that appeared to explode when it crashed shortly after take-off, Air India has said..
Gatwick bound passenger flight with hundreds on board crashes in India
A plane bound for Gatwick airport has crashed shortly after take off in India with hundreds of people on board..
UK could see hottest day of the year so far with thunderstorms set to hit
Thunderstorms are set to hit the UK over the next three days, but forecasters say the country could also see its hottest day of the year..
Housing market outlook more optimistic for year ahead
Property professionals expectations for future sales are becoming more upbeat, although the housing market remains subdued, according to surveyors..
UK economy shrinks by more than expected in April ONS
The UK economy saw the biggest monthly contraction for a year-and-a-half in April in a setback to Chancellor Rachel Reeves..
Rate of women being hired into top jobs falls for third year running LinkedIn
The Rate of women being hired into UK leadership roles has fallen for the third year in a row, with increasing barriers to top jobs as they advance through their careers.
Shoppers urged by Which to consider protections when using pay by bank
Shoppers are being urged to consider what protections they have when making payments, with the rise in pay by bank as an option..
The Beach Boys Brian Wilson dies aged 82
The Beach Boys singer Brian Wilson has died at the age of 82, his family said..
Reeves sets out spending review as Labour government moves to new phase
Rachel Reeves said we are renewing Britain as she set out how she plans to spend hundreds of billions of pounds of taxpayers money..
Reeves to say spending review will reflect priorities of working people
Rachel Reeves will unveil her spending review on Wednesday, arguing that her priorities are the priorities of working people..
Government urged to disrupt addictive grip of smartphones on childrens lives
The Government is being urged to create child-friendly playful neighbourhoods and disrupt the addictive grip of smartphones on childrens lives..
Heathrow says record demand shows honest conversation is needed on expansion
Heathrow airport has called for an honest conversation about expansion after another record month for passenger numbers..
Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly reportedly named in Kings Birthday Honours
Strictly Come Dancing hosts Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly are among the people recognised in the Kings Birthday Honours, according to reports..
Wednesdays football briefing England booed off while Man City sign Cherki
England were booed off after a surprise 3-1 friendly defeat to Senegal at the City Ground..
Government urged to cut energy costs for industry amid job loss fears
Firms will be pushed to the brink unless the Government takes action to cut energy costs, a senior union leader is warning..
Riot police respond to second night of violence in Ballymena
Police came under attack as violent disorder erupted for a second night in a row in Northern Ireland on Tuesday..
Reeves to promise investment in renewal as she unveils spending plans
Rachel Reeves will vow to invest in Britains renewal as she reveals her spending plans for the coming years..
Growth in rental prices cools to four year low but low income tenants squeezed
Rental prices have slowed to their lowest annual increase since the market was dealing with the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to figures from a property website..
Nine people killed in shooting at Austrian school
Nine people have been killed in a shooting at a school in the Austrian city of Graz, with the suspected perpetrator also dead, authorities said..
Local News
Residents urged to reduce water use as supply drops due to hot weather
A water company is asking customers to reduce their usage as demand increases to the highest levels seen this year and supply drops.
Thousands of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized in town centre crack down
Hundreds of illegal cigarettes, tobacco and vapes have been seized in a town centre.
'Do not travel' warning for popular beach as parking sells out
Visitors have been told not to travel to a popular sandy beach without pre-booked parking.
Fashion studio recognised for success with prestigious business award
AYM Studio, a UK-made sustainable fashion brand from Crowborough, has won a King’s Award for Enterprise for international growth.
Roses and poppies in full swing: stunning summer blooms brighten the garden
There have been some pretty amazing blooms across the garden in recent weeks, notably from some very pretty roses. Roses (Rosa) are a classic and instantly recognisable plant, ideal for almost every style of garden. They flower abundantly from early summer in a choice of colours including pastel shades of pink, peach, cream or snowy-white; vibrant yellow and gold; orange, crimson or red. Many roses are fragrant and some types flower in one flush of blooms while others flower all summer long. Some have colourful fruits (hips) and the plants come in a range of forms, from traditional shrubs and climbers to miniature plants for patio containers.
Celebrate English Wine Week and some fantastic Sussex vineyards
Wine lovers rejoice because for the next nine days corks will be popping at vineyards across Sussex for English Wine Week, writes Nick Mosley.
Drivers warned as commonly believed speed camera myth could see them fined
The minimum penalty for being caught speeding on the UK's roads is a £100 fine.
'Do not eat': Products sold at Lidl, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's and more recalled
Products sold at Sainsbury's, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, Iceland and other UK supermarkets have been recalled with the FSA saying "do not eat"
The 'fairytale place' in Sussex named one of Britain's most expensive postcodes
The Daily Mail has revealed the most expensive postcodes in Britain, highlighting the "prestige pockets" in each local area.
Greta, why do you think you can help?
Greta, now that you’ve finished your Mediterranean cruise and find yourself back in the home of flatpack furniture and meatballs – yes, I’d want to escape that too – I imagine you’re at a loose end. Why not come to Blighty? See what global warming has done for our summers. But the blue skies are deceptive – we need saving. Even Ed Sheeran says he’s Irish now. Don’t take my word for it, this is what Keir thinks: “We can stop the chaos, turn the page, and start to rebuild our country.” He sounds like Will Smith from I Am Legend.
Unused garden space transformed into family home in Hove as part of council scheme
The property is part of Brighton and Hove City Council’s Hidden Homes scheme.
Exhibition opens to mark 250th anniversary of one of UK's greatest artists
The link between JMW Turner and the landscapes that inspired him is to be the focus of an exhibition being held to mark the 250th anniversary of his birth
Former paratrooper becomes world’s fastest person to row solo around Great Britain
A man from Lewes has become the fastest person to row solo around Great Britain.
Sussex garden named one of UK's best for a summer visit
Sheffield Park and Garden has been named as one of the UK's best for a summer visit.
Elizabethan mansion to reopen after extensive two year renovation
Wakehurst Mansion will reopen this month following an extensive two-year renovation.
Thousands to be spent on removing chewing gum that ‘blights’ town’s streets
Thousands of pounds are to be spent on removing chewing gum from streets in Eastbourne
'Wonderful' beach sauna allowed to stay after public backing
A beach sauna will stay open year-round after receiving public support.
Gatwick employer says it is in 'strong' financial position amid job fears
Red Handling, which employs dozens of Gatwick ground workers, has said it is in a “strong financial position” after there were fears over its future.
Decision due on major development for hundreds of homes
Proposals for a major housing development on the outskirts of Bexhill are set to go in front of Rother councillors.
Warning of £1,000 fines for common seaside activity this weekend
Is it illegal to take seashells and pebbles home from the beach and how much could I be fined?