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UK announces 75m in military aid for Ukraine on 1000th day of war
Allies must come together to back Ukraine and ensure Vladimir Putin does not succeed, the Defence Secretary warned as Britain announced further military aid for Kyiv on the 1000th day of the war..
Salmonella bacteria could be used as bowel cancer treatment research shows
Salmonella bacteria could be used to treat bowel cancer, scientists hope..
Five dead after Israeli airstrike hits central Beirut near government buildings
An Israeli airstrike hit a densely populated residential area in Lebanons capital near key government and diplomatic buildings late Monday, killing at least five people as the US pressed ahead with ceasefire efforts..
UK to double down on support for Ukraine as US backs missile use in Russia
The UK will double down on support for Ukraine, fuelling speculation that British-supplied missiles could be used by Kyivs forces to hit targets deep inside Russia..
Ed Sheeran says Band Aid 40th release didnt ask permission to use his vocals
Ed Sheeran says his permission to use his vocals in the 40th-anniversary mix of Band Aids Do They Know Its Christmas? was not given to the organisers..
Starmer calls for respectful relationship with China in meeting with Xi
Sir Keir Starmer has said he told Xi Jinping he wanted respectful relations with Beijing as he became the first prime minister to meet the Chinese president since 2018..
Emergency doctors sound the alarm over patient care
Leading medics are raising concerns about the safety of patients in AandE departments as winter approaches.
Masked burglars steal farm vehicles from Windsor Castle estate
It reportedly happened one night last month.
Starmer lands in Rio to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at G20 summit
He will be the first British prime minister to meet the Chinese leader in more than five years.
UK braces for disruptive snow ice and cold temperatures
Up to 20cm of snow may accumulate in the worst affected areas, according to the Met Office.
International manhunt under way for man who killed wife and hid body in car
Northamptonshire Police have named Pankaj Lamba as the prime suspect.
Biden approves Ukraines use of US supplied long range missiles in Russia
Its a major US policy shift and comes just before President Biden leaves office.
England players should be held accountable for run of defeats Jamie George
Steve Borthwick is facing questions over his England future but Jamie George believes it is the players who should be held accountable for a run of five-successive defeats..
Culture of silence and fear stopping bishops calling out abuse scandal
Members of the clergy are choosing not to call out senior Church of England leaders over the John Smyth abuse scandal because of a culture of silence and fear, a bishop has alleged..
Haigh reveals where funding will go to boost bus services across country
The Government has revealed where £1 billion in funding will go to deliver London-style buses nationwide as part of a massive Budget boost..
Snow and ice warnings as winter chill sets in
An Arctic air is bringing the first chills of winter to the UK..
Zelensky Russia launches large scale attack targeting Ukraines infrastructure
Russia has launched 120 missiles and 90 drones in a large-scale attack across Ukraine, targeting its energy infrastructure, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky..
Mental health patients have been abandoned by ministers says Labour
Ministers have been accused of abandoning mental health patients after figures revealed a rise in delayed discharge waits..
UK Government urged to scrap voter ID requirements
The UK Government has been urged to scrap requirements for voters to prove their identity at polling stations with an SNP minister at Holyrood branding the measure a barrier to participation in the democratic process..
Oti Mabuse and Tulisa Contostavlos drink blended fish eyes in Im A Celeb launch
Im A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! 2024 begins with dancer Oti Mabuse and N-Dubz singer Tulisa Contostavlos drinking a blended smoothie made of animal parts..
Local News
Updates as railway lines blocked
Some train lines are blocked due to a safety inspection of the track between Horsham and Barnham.
Square's 26ft Christmas tree to be unveiled at switch on event
A 26ft Christmas tree will add some festive magic to Palmeira Square in Hove.
Aspiring designer features in Vogue for her amazing creation
A young designer won a competition by British Vogue and BMW for her accessories label which transforms assistive medical devices from functional clinical aids into striking pieces of art.
Restaurant bosses 'struggling' as pier repairs delayed
Bosses at Perch on the Pier in Worthing say they are “struggling” and “disheartened” after vital repairs to the pier have been further delayed.
Birds of prey, willow weaving and chocolate making: Winter Fair returns to Ardingly
A winter fair will kick off Christmas preparations with chocolate workshops, a Santa’s grotto and willow weaving.
Ice rink and Christmas market on pier cancelled
An ice rink and Christmas market which were set to delight visitors to the pier over the festive period have been cancelled.
Heroic couple who moved to Spain help people affected by floods
A couple who moved to Spain a month before the country was hit by flash floods were part of a volunteer operation to help rebuild afflicted towns.
Fire crews tackle blaze at residential property
Crews tackled a fire at a residential property.
Plans for new mosque in vacant building trigger controversial reaction
Plans for a new mosque and Muslim community centre are under consideration.
Debate continues on use of animals in warfare
It was revealed this week a beluga whale that died in August this year was being trained by Russia to be a spy. Hvaldimir became internationally famous in 2019 after being spotted wearing a harness that appeared to be designed to carry a camera. Fishermen in northern Norway noticed Hvaldimir in April 2019. The whale's nickname is a combination of the Norwegian word hval (whale) and the first name of Russian president Vladimir Putin.
Work will start soon on dozens of new homes near quarry
Construction will start soon on dozens of new houses near a brick works and quarry site in Bexhill.
Lifeline homelessness service at risk over £4.5 million funding loss in council cuts
A lifeline homelessness support service could be under threat from council budget cuts.
Two Sussex pubs are among the best places in the UK for a roast dinner
The Plough in Rye and the Cat Inn in West Hoathly have been included in a list of the best places to have a roast.
Fans queue in cold from 7am for "Gen Z’s favourite bedroom-pop star”
People queued from 6am for a sold-out performance by “Gen Z’s favourite bedroom-pop star”.
She's a phenomenon - I loved seeing Britain's big new star
beabadoobee started came on the stage with her band and went straight into the first song, the whole crowed was cheering and singing along. The set was covered in white sheets and looked great with the different strobe lighting. She started with songs such as talk, charlie brown and take a bite which is a very popular song from her new album ‘this is how tomorrow moves’ which she released just this august. The crowd was extremely engaged as she told us that she feels ‘at home when she’s on stage’ and processed to sing some of her very popular, slower songs like glue song and coffee which had everyone’s phone torches swaying.After that, she sang what she stated was her favourite song she’s written: ‘beaches’. During this song the sheets on the stage behind her fell down to reveal a background with hanging garlands of green leaves and lights. Beabadoobee was extremely engaging with the croud and at one point when the guitar cut on her song ‘the way things go’ she got the whole croud to sing at the top of their lungs with her without any music, which sounded beautiful. She then finished with her song ‘see you soon’ and waved goodbye before leaving the stage. Beabadoobee is one of britains best new artists and has amazing stage presence, a great set and fans waiting outside to arena for hours to see her close up, she’s a real phenomenon!
Three generations of Sussex farmers among protesters at landmark London march
Farmers from a much-loved Sussex farm say they worry about whether they will be able to pass the land down to future generations after changes to inheritance tax.
Recap: 'Avoid the area' - Crews attend fire in residential road
Fire crews are currently tackling a fire at a residential property in Allington Road in Newick, near Haywards Heath.
Fire crews tackle multi-house fire in village
Live updates as fire crews tackle house fire in Hassocks
Flasher with crutches exposed himself in street
A man indecently exposed himself in the street in Uckfield.
Ocean Colour Scene, Peter Doherty, The View, Feet and more perform at The Park Series
Ocean Colour Scene, one of the leading British bands of the 90’s, are set to play two headline shows in Brighton and Hitchin next summer.