Territorial police force for East and West Sussex, England
The RNLI has faced protests, online abuse and a data breach linked to Beacon CRM after rescue operations for asylum seekers in the Channel. Portsmouth station paused operations as security concerns rise; other lifeboat sites are reviewing safety while contingency plans keep search-and-rescue active.
Ceasefire talks have stalled as fighting intensifies across Gaza. Mediators are pressing for a durable pause, while civilians bear the brunt of renewed bombardment and displacement.
Defence Secretary has condemned a horrific Berlin attack in which one person was killed and at least 29 injured. Police have shot the suspect after a 24-hour manhunt. A week later, Brighton & Hove Pride faces heightened security as authorities deploy uniformed and armed teams to safeguard hundreds of thousands of attendees.
A makeup artist Ava Gillies (26) died after a two-vehicle crash near Wrelton, North Yorkshire, while Amber Street (from West Sussex) died in a three-vehicle crash near Arundel. North Yorkshire and Sussex police are investigating, with witnesses urged to come forward; several others were injured in the incidents.
French court convicts Safine Hamadi and Owen Cenazandotti of inflicting violence on Raphael Graven (Jean Pormanove) and incitement to hatred after a livestreamed abuse case. Sentences are suspended; fines imposed; Kick is under investigation. No manslaughter charge.
A family of four from London has died after entering the sea at Shoreham Fort, West Sussex, yesterday. A younger sister remains in hospital in critical condition. Investigations point to a tragic accident with no third-party involvement; the family’s funeral arrangements and community support are underway.
A major blaze at Caldyne Business Park near Crawley has damaged hundreds of vehicles, cut power to thousands of homes and businesses, and prompted an arson investigation. Authorities say eight fire engines and water carriers tackled the scene; a 67-year-old man is in custody on suspicion of arson and has been bailed.
A fire at a third-party car parking site near Crawley has damaged about 140 vehicles and led to the arrest of a 67-year-old man on suspicion of arson. The incident disrupted operations for passengers using Sapphire Parking and affected power to local businesses.
Arnolda has turned a painful upbringing into a remarkable training career in Newmarket. After sleeping rough as a teen, he has become the first trainer of Black or Asian heritage in Flat racing’s HQ and now has multiple winners, underscoring resilience and opportunity in sport.
The RNLI has faced online abuse and doxxing after rescuing around 120 migrants near the Isle of Wight and Dover incidents. Government and police are urging caution against misinformation as digital harassment rises and security at RNLI sites is boosted.
A wave of illegal e-bikes and dockless bikes is prompting authorities to intensify enforcement and licensing rules across London and other cities. Seizures have risen, and officials say safety and pavement access are at the heart of the crackdown. Meanwhile, operators face tighter regulation and potential penalties.