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VANDALS have desecrated and then stolen a lifesaving defibrillator in the Ashdown Forest Centre car park at Wych Cross near Forest Row.

Crawley Hospital is undergoing a series of major refurbishments aimed at improving healthcare services for residents of Crawley and the surrounding areas.

Youngsters at St Margaret’s CE Primary School in Rottingdean are enjoying two refurbished classrooms after Pilbeam Construction completed the essential project.

Police are investigating a report of a stolen ATV at an address in Hammerwood, near East Grinstead, on November 8.

A group of carol-singing elves and santas bearing a six-foot 'DIVEST' cracker will be staging a special carol-singing protest outside County Hall in Lewes tomorrow (3 December).

A retired police dog who was out on a birthday walk – his first walk since recovering from major surgery to remove two tumours – rescued a vulnerable missing person after locating him in the woods. 

Summerdown School in Eastbourne is closed tomorrow (Tuesday) for pupils in the secondary provision, year 7 and 8 as there is still significant water damage upstairs.

There will be increased drug testing of motorists on our roads as part of Sussex Police’s annual crackdown on drivers over the limit.

A man charged with a catalogue of serious crimes including rape, child abduction and false imprisonment has been convicted at court.

Cheynes Training Sussex Hair Academy has received a funding grant of £16,500 from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) to provide information technology (IT) resources to ensure local students receive the best possible training, development and employment opportunities.

Adam Azim will take on Sergey Lipinets at the OVO Arena Wembley on February 1, live on Sky Sports.

Ja'Quan McMillian's game-clinching touchdown with less than two minutes remaining spoiled the career-night turns by Jameis Winston and Jerry Jeudy as Denver Broncos clinched a 41-32 shootout win over Cleveland Browns.

Watch free highlights of the midweek round of Premier League games, including Arsenal vs Manchester United, Newcastle vs Liverpool and Manchester City vs Nottingham Forest, first on the Sky Sports app.

Holders Manchester United face a trip to Arsenal in the third round of this season's FA Cup as two of the favourites for the trophy lock horns early in the New Year.

Keep across the action as Finland host Scotland in the second leg of their Women's Euros qualifying play-off...

The very first meeting between the world's tallest and shortest women has taken place in London.

Shannen Doherty, the star of Beverly Hills, 90210 and Charmed, has died at the age of 53.

Europe’s largest outdoor jazz festival returns to Glynde Place in East Sussex next month.

Few festivals have been as eagerly anticipated this summer as Winchester's Boomtown Fair - the first new chapter turned since 2019.

Whether at the cinema or in the comfort of your own home, many people frequently find themselves falling asleep to films, even if they didn’t intend to.

Christmas is celebrated with joy, lights, and heart-warming traditions, but not all the stories surrounding this festive season are cheerful or ordinary. Across the globe, strange and fascinating Christmas legends have evolved, blending cultural beliefs and folklore to create tales that are as eerie as they are intriguing. Here are five of the most unusual Christmas legends from around the world:

Around the world, different cultures embrace the festive spirit with sweet treats that are as diverse as they are delicious. Let’s take a look at five amazing Christmas desserts that bring festive cheer to tables worldwide:

In the world of cinema, there's something uniquely captivating about underdog stories. They inspire us, tug at our heartstrings, and remind us that perseverance and courage can defy the odds. Whether it's a tale of personal triumph or a group banding together against adversity, underdog films resonate universally. Here are five underdog films we absolutely adore for their powerful storytelling and unforgettable characters:

The Christmas season is a magical time when cities and towns around the world transform into enchanting wonderlands. From glittering lights to festive markets, there's a special charm in the air that invites travellers to explore unique destinations. If you’re looking for something extraordinary this holiday season, here are five unique places that should be on your list:

Before The X Factor and The Voice, there were a number of talent shows that paved the way for more modern juggernauts, showcasing hidden gems and bringing unforgettable performances to our living rooms. Now that there's renewed interest into behind the scenes of many of these shows, here’s a nostalgic look at five you may have forgotten about, but are well worth remembering:

Christmas is celebrated with joy, lights, and heart-warming traditions, but not all the stories surrounding this festive season are cheerful or ordinary. Across the globe, strange and fascinating Christmas legends have evolved, blending cultural beliefs and folklore to create tales that are as eerie as they are intriguing. Here are five of the most unusual Christmas legends from around the world:

Around the world, different cultures embrace the festive spirit with sweet treats that are as diverse as they are delicious. Let’s take a look at five amazing Christmas desserts that bring festive cheer to tables worldwide:

In the world of cinema, there's something uniquely captivating about underdog stories. They inspire us, tug at our heartstrings, and remind us that perseverance and courage can defy the odds. Whether it's a tale of personal triumph or a group banding together against adversity, underdog films resonate universally. Here are five underdog films we absolutely adore for their powerful storytelling and unforgettable characters:

The Christmas season is a magical time when cities and towns around the world transform into enchanting wonderlands. From glittering lights to festive markets, there's a special charm in the air that invites travellers to explore unique destinations. If you’re looking for something extraordinary this holiday season, here are five unique places that should be on your list:

Before The X Factor and The Voice, there were a number of talent shows that paved the way for more modern juggernauts, showcasing hidden gems and bringing unforgettable performances to our living rooms. Now that there's renewed interest into behind the scenes of many of these shows, here’s a nostalgic look at five you may have forgotten about, but are well worth remembering:

South Korea's parliament has voted to lift the emergency martial law order declared by the country's president.

A former MasterChef contestant has told Sky News that Gregg Wallace made innuendos "constantly" during filming and was heard by crew members - and that one sexually inappropriate comment left her in tears.

Israel's prime minister says he will "respond with force" after Hezbollah fired towards an Israeli military post in disputed territory in Lebanon.

The globe-trotting prime minister has hit back at his critics - and cosied up to Donald Trump like never before.

The Queen has told guests at the Qatari state visit that her chest infection was a form of pneumonia.

The UK is "widely" underestimating the severity of the threat from cyberspace, the country's cyber security chief will warn. 

Imagine being four years old. One minute your dad is reading you a bedtime story. The next he is lying on the doorstep of your family home, drawing his final breaths.

Pyrotechnics, fireworks, balloons - Reform UK's conference was unlike any other. Back in September, Nigel Farage's party used its annual gathering to underscore its message that it offers something different. 

In scrubland on the outskirts of Tyre, southern Lebanon, they started digging out the bodies - 186 of them.

Celebrity Masterchef contestant Melanie Sykes has criticised the TV industry in the wake of the allegations made about host Gregg Wallace, saying it is up to bosses to act on unprofessional behaviour and not let one person be a "scapegoat".

Jaguar wants "to be bold and disruptive" with its new electric car and redesign, the luxury vehicle maker's managing director told Sky News.

A banana duct-taped to a wall has sold for $6.2m (£4.9m) at an auction in New York.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has admitted efforts to overhaul unreliable data on Britain's jobs market may not be ready until 2027.

Elon Musk has again been prevented from becoming even richer by a US court which blocked his $56bn (£44bn) pay package despite company shareholders approving the sum.

There are protests in South Korea after the country's president Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law.

Labour have launched more than 60 reviews since entering government less than five months ago.

Sir Keir Starmer has for the first time said it was British policy to "put Ukraine in the strongest possible position for negotiations".

The BBC has decided to pull its MasterChef Christmas specials following claims of inappropriate behaviour against presenter Gregg Wallace.

The Football Association will contact Crystal Palace player Marc Guehi to remind him religious messaging is banned from equipment after a Christian message was added to his captain's armband, Sky News understands.

Ford's UK boss has called on the government to provide consumer incentives of up to £5,000 per car to boost demand for electric vehicles and help the industry hit challenging climate targets.

The BBC has decided to pull its MasterChef Christmas specials following claims of inappropriate behaviour against presenter Gregg Wallace.

Protesters are clashing with soldiers and police in South Korea's capital after the country's president Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law.

Imagine being four years old. One minute your dad is reading you a bedtime story. The next he is lying on the doorstep of your family home, drawing his final breaths.

The Queen has told guests at the Qatari state visit that her chest infection was a form of pneumonia.

Thirteen women have been sentenced to four years for acting as surrogates in a ring selling babies for cash in Cambodia.

A bride who was killed by a drink-driver on the day of her wedding told her new husband moments before the crash that she "didn't want the night to end".

Ford's UK boss has called on the government to provide consumer incentives of up to £5,000 per car to boost demand for electric vehicles and help the industry hit challenging climate targets.

Pyrotechnics, fireworks, balloons - Reform UK's conference was unlike any other. Back in September, Nigel Farage's party used its annual gathering to underscore its message that it offers something different. 

Downing Street has said the future of the Elgin Marbles is a matter for the British Museum, as Sir Keir Starmer met Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

A drunk driver who was spotted "running away" from the scene of a crash asked police if they could "speak tomorrow" as officers found him lying in bed.

A major astronomical event that can be viewed with the naked eye is about to take place in our skies, with potentially hundreds of meteors visible per hour.

Shoppers have threatened to boycott three major supermarkets over their participation in a new trial to add a methane-suppressing supplement into cow feed.

More than five million doses of a vaccine are being prepared in the UK to combat any potential bird flu pandemic.

Meta's decision to not remove three posts relating to the Southport stabbings that sparked UK-wide riots is being investigated by its independent oversight board.

The UK is "widely" underestimating the severity of the threat from cyberspace, the country's cyber security chief will warn. 

Ford's UK boss has called on the government to provide consumer incentives of up to £5,000 per car to boost demand for electric vehicles and help the industry hit challenging climate targets.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has admitted efforts to overhaul unreliable data on Britain's jobs market may not be ready until 2027.

A group of Spanish restaurants headed by a Michelin-starred chef is on the brink of collapse after filing a notice of intention to appoint administrators.

Jaguar wants "to be bold and disruptive" with its new electric car and redesign, the luxury vehicle maker's managing director told Sky News.

Elon Musk has again been prevented from becoming even richer by a US court which blocked his $56bn (£44bn) pay package despite company shareholders approving the sum.

The sleepy Jaguar has had a sudden awakening.

An investment vehicle founded by one of Britain's most prominent venture capitalists is in advanced talks to buy a portfolio of stakes in some of the country's most promising technology companies.

Zilch, the consumer lender which has become one of Britain's fastest-growing fintech companies, is in talks about a share sale to raise about £150m in what could be its final such capital-raising before it goes public.

Lawyers acting for British motorists who were charged inflated prices to deliver vehicles to the UK have agreed settlements worth £38m after a years-long battle alleging that they were ripped off by a cartel of shipping firms.

Typhoo Tea has been bought out of administration for £10.2m.

We're offering one lucky Hidden member the chance to win up to ten tickets to this fantastic Christmas extravaganza with Eastbourne Music Fest!

We've got THREE family tickets to give away to this brand-new immersive Christmas experience!

We've got a family ticket to offer to this fantastic show (on Tuesday 17 December at 6pm) starring EastEnders legend Steve McFadden!

We've got a lovely Sunday lunch for two up for grabs with a bottle of house wine at this lovely farm kitchen and barn in the Sussex countryside...

With lockdown affecting many family holidays this summer, you can still bring a taste of the Mediterranean sun to your home with this classic

This warming dish is perfect for autumn nights at home. And it's much easier to make than you might think. Serve with rice and salad, or enjoy on their own