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Ref David Coote suspended over video appearing to show him insult Jurgen Klopp
Referee David Coote has been suspended pending an investigation after a video was posted on social media which appears to show him using highly offensive language about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp..
Archbishop of Canterbury has lost confidence of clergy after abuse review
The Archbishop of Canterbury is facing pressure to resign over a damning report into a barrister thought to have been the most prolific serial abuser to be associated with the Church of England..
Casemiro says Man Utd players excited to learn from Ruben Amorim
Casemiro has been impressed by Ruben Amorims transformative effect at Sporting Lisbon and says everyone is hungry to learn from the new Manchester United head coach..
Starmer marks Armistice Day at Paris ceremony with Macron
Sir Keir Starmer marked Armistice Day in Paris with French President Emmanuel Macron, while events took place across the UK to commemorate the end of the First World War..
Daniel Khalife guilty of escaping from prison
Former soldier Daniel Khalife has pleaded guilty partway through his trial to escaping from prison..
Trial to investigate if chemical in red wine can prevent bowel cancer
Scientists will explore if a chemical mostly found in red grapes and products made from red grapes, such as wine and juice can help prevent bowel cancer as part of a major new trial..
Lung diseases silently suffocating the NHS charity warns
Failings in the prevention, diagnoses and treatment of lung diseases are silently suffocating the health service and pushing it to breaking point, a charity has warned..
Drivers handed 41m Dartford Crossing fines by mistake
Drivers were mistakenly handed Dartford Crossing fines totalling more than £4 million in 12 months, an investigation has found..
UN climate talks start following deadly floods record heat and Trumps return
The latest UN climate talks kick off this week against a backdrop of devastating weather extremes, record heat and Donald Trumps re-election as US President..
Starmer and Macron to discuss Ukraine ahead of Armistice commemorations
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to discuss Ukraine and the conflict in the Middle East when he meets Emmanuel Macron in Paris ahead of attending an Armistice commemoration..
One dead and pair in hospital after stabbing in south London
A man in his 60s has been arrested following a fatal stabbing in south London..
One dead and two injured after shooting in south east London
One man has died and two people have been injured in a shooting in south-east London..
King lays wreath at Cenotaph as nation falls silent in remembrance
The nations war dead have been commemorated by the King as the country fell silent in remembrance of the servicemen and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice..
Sir Mark Cavendish wins emotional final race as professional cyclist
Sir Mark Cavendish claimed victory in his final race as a professional cyclist..
Mikel Arteta says title race is too tight to predict who will finish on top
Mikel Arteta said he can see no clear favourite emerging for the Premier League title as he pointed to small margins that have seen Arsenal slip seven points behind leaders Liverpool..
Trump projected to win Arizona after linking Harris to record border crossings
Donald Trump is projected to win the swing state of Arizona, returning the state and its 11 electoral votes to the Republican column after Joe Bidens victory in 2020..
King to mark 76th birthday by opening food distribution hubs
The King will open two hubs designed to save and circulate tonnes of surplus food as he marks his 76th birthday..
Carrying book of remembrance was unbelievable says Army veteran
An Army veteran said it was unbelievable to carry a book of remembrance on stage during a Royal British Legion event at the Royal Albert Hall..
Phil Salt hits century as England power past West Indies
Phil Salt continued his stunning T20 form against the West Indies with a swashbuckling 103 not out off 54 balls as England drew first blood in the five-match series in Barbados..
Hospitality bosses warn NICs changes regressive in impact on lower earners
Hospitality bosses have told Rachel Reeves her changes to National Insurance are regressive in their impact on lower earners, it has been reported..
Local News
Steps announce new official musical with trip to Brighton included
Hit pop band Steps have announced their official musical HERE and NOW will play Theatre Royal Brighton from next December 3 to 12.
Burger restaurant announces festive menu
A burger restaurant has announced its festive menu which it promises will make “the merriest of Christmases even for the grinch of the group”.
Police patrols stepped up after garages burgled
Police patrols have been stepped up in St Leonards after a series of garage burglaries.
Albion, Fatboy Slim and politicians remember the man who said yes to the Amex dream
Former Labour deputy prime minister John Prescott has died aged 86 following a battle with Alzheimer’s, his family has announced. Though many may know him as a key figure of Sir Tony Blair’s New Labour project, across Sussex Mr Prescott is celebrated as helping to usher in the “new era of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club”.
Man in critical condition following two-vehicle crash
A man is in critical condition following a crash between a van and a car.
Attempted abduction of two-year-old child sparks increased police patrols
The attempted abduction of a two-year-old boy is currently under investigation.
Photographs show snow covered Sussex
Parts of Sussex saw a sprinkling of snow this morning.
Motorcyclist dies in crash
A motorcyclist has died in a crash at Earwig Corner, Lewes.
Christmas events cancelled due to high winds and rain
A number of Christmas events have been cancelled due to bad weather.
Tributes to former deputy prime minister John Prescott who helped with Amex campaign
Former Labour deputy prime minister John Prescott has died aged 86 following a battle with Alzheimer’s, his family has announced. Though many may know him as a key figure of Sir Tony Blair’s New Labour project, across Sussex Mr. Prescott is celebrated as ushering in the “new era of Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club”.
Ice warning issued for Sussex ahead of storm
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice in West Sussex.
National park edges closer to 100,000 tree planting target
The South Downs National Park is edging closer towards planting 100,000 trees by its 15th anniversary next year.
Recap: Snow hits Sussex
Snow is falling in parts of Sussex as the country continues to experience a cold snap.
Recap: Crash causes severe delays on A27
A crash on the A27 at Glynde is causing severe delays.
Recap: 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.
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.
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.
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.