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Significant challenges in use of AI within UK screen sector
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) within the UK screen sector raises significant legal, ethical, and practical challenges .
Brit Awards move to Manchester from next year
The Brit Awards are to be held in Manchester for the first time in the history of the ceremony, it has been announced..
NHS calls for a million blood donors as stocks run low
The NHS needs one million regular blood donors to maintain its blood supply, officials have said..
Think big to save the ocean William tells world leaders
The Prince of Wales called on world leaders to think big to save the ocean, as he gave a speech in Monaco after meeting French President Emmanuel Macron..
Israel vows to prevent aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg reaching Gaza
Israels defence minister has vowed to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching the Gaza Strip..
Badenoch says organisations should be able to decide if staff can wear burkas
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has said employers should be able to decide if their staff can wear burkas in the workplace..
Weight loss jabs may need to be taken for life
Weight-loss jabs may have to be used for many years if the long-term benefits to patients and the NHS are to be realised, experts have said..
Teaching post in Orkney primary school vacant since March 2019 data suggests
A council has been trying to find a teacher for a remote island primary school for more than six years, figures have suggested..
Attenborough tells William he hopes Ocean film will move people to action
Sir David Attenborough has told the Prince of Wales he hopes his new film Ocean will galvanise society into action before we destroy this great treasure..
GMB leader to criticise chancers and bankers of Reform
A senior union leader is to launch an attack against the chancers and bankers of Reform and say that the party is no friend of workers..
Rachel Reeves to announce 86bn for science and technology in spending review
Research into drug treatments and longer-lasting batteries will receive new funding as part of an £86 billion package for science and technology set to be announced in next weeks spending review..
Home Office plans to spend 22bn of foreign aid on asylum support this year
The Home Office plans to spend about £2.2 billion of foreign aid to support asylum seekers this financial year, according to new figures..
Its a Stormy Saturday
Thunderstorm warning issued as parts of England and Wales face weekend deluge.
NHS set for boost of up to 30bn
The NHS is expected to receive a funding boost of up to £30 billion in the spending review next week at the expense of other public services..
Hundreds apply to compensation scheme set up after armed forces LGBT ban
More than 1,200 Scots have applied for payments from a compensation scheme set up to help members of the military impacted by a ban on LGBT personnel serving in the forces..
Strikes by airport workers could disrupt summer holidaymakers
Holidaymakers have been warned of the potential for strike action at Glasgow Airport over the summer as more than 800 workers from five companies are involved in pay disputes..
Do you know the words to the National Anthem
Well Lords Prayer better recognised than national anthem, Churchill or Shakespeare.
Calls SMASH existing housebuilding model
Rayner faces Labour backbench call to smash existing housebuilding model.
Lammy seeks to deepen UK India ties
David Lammy will seek to deepen UK-India economic ties as he visits New Delhi this weekend, saying Britains recently agreed trade deal with the country is just the start of our ambitions..
Body found in search for missing teenager Cole Cooper
The body of a man has been discovered in the search for teenager Cole Cooper who vanished more than four weeks ago..
Local News
Hove venue to raise a glass to English Wine Week
Rockwater coastal dining group celebrates English Wine Week, showcasing Sussex's growing reputation for high-quality wine production.
Three men taken to hospital after vans crash into each other
Three men have been taken to hospital after two vans crashed into each other.
London to Brighton electric vehicle rally returns to seafront for fifth year
The London to Brighton Electric Vehicle (EV) rally has returned to the seafront for its fifth year.
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.
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
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.