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Scaffolding on Kingsway Court in First Avenue, Hove fell from the building into the road below yesterday afternoon.  Several cars were crushed in the incident, but no one was injured. Contractors have been busy dismantling the collapsed scaffolding so that it could be removed. As of Friday morning, the road was still partially closed and work was ongoing. The incident came amid an active yellow weather warning for rain, issued by the Met Office. The warning came into force at 9am on Thursday and was in place until 9pm. Winds reached highs of 29mph in Brighton yesterday. Emergency workers from…

The Michelin Guide is a prestigious series of guidebooks, published by the French tyre company Michelin, that rates restaurants and hotels globally, famous for its star system (one to three stars) for culinary excellence. It is judged anonymously by inspectors on the quality of ingredients, flavour, technique, chef’s personality, and consistency. While Michelin stars rate the quality of food, the Michelin Guide recommends more broadly, covering entire cities and countries to highlight local dining establishments. As well as stars, there are Bib Gourmands, named after the Michelin Man (Bibendum), which recognise restaurants offering good food at moderate prices. We have…

Administrators have been appointed to a group of tile businesses (image credit: Pixabay) A group of tile businesses operating from sites in Leeds, Bedford and Euxton has ceased trading and appointed administrators, with all jobs lost. Christopher Ratten and Matthew Haw of RSM UK Restructuring Advisory were appointed as joint administrators of Ceramique Internationale Ltd (based in Leeds), Rowmarl Ltd (based in Bedford), Spectrum Tiles Ltd (based in Euxton), and Euxton Tile Supplies Ltd (based in Euxton) on 27 October 2025. The four companies operated as separate legal entities under the Earle Group and Full Circle Group, a collective of…

An industrial building in West Sussex has caught fire.West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was attending the blaze on Isaac’s Lane near Haywards Heath.The fire service closed the road to traffic in both directions.It asked members of the public to avoid the area on Thursday morning. An industrial building in West Sussex has caught fire.West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said it was attending the blaze on Isaac’s Lane near Haywards Heath.The fire service closed the road to traffic in both directions.It asked members of the public to avoid the area on Thursday morning. For more information, visit…

Our BlackCore™ by Elevate product showcases true black frames against traditional brick, adding visual drama and emphasizing the home’s architectural character. With BlackCore™ by Elevate, the elegance of black windows extends beyond the exterior, creating a seamless connection between interior and exterior design. DALLAS, December 18, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE)–“Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower,” Steve Jobs said. Elevate Windows and Doors believes its BlackCore™ windows exemplify this philosophy. Not all black vinyl windows are created equal and Elevate’s BlackCore™, a new color option from the Elevate Inspire Series, proves it. Engineered for durability, long-lasting color, and modern performance, BlackCore™…

A Sussex brewery is set to double in size.Three Acre Brewery, based in Blackboys near Uckfield, is expanding to cope with growing demand for its ales.The brewery will take over the neighbouring space, which has been used for the past few years by another independent brewery.This move will more than double the brewery’s floor space.The brewery is also currently in the process of converting the former railway signal box at Uckfield train station into a small pub.Three Acre Brewery was started by three local lads (Image: Three Acre Brewery)In reference to the expansion, director Chester Broad said: “This is huge…

As Christmas draws near, Nigerians are gearing up to celebrate with family and friends. Amid the excitement, it is important to prioritise safety to ensure a happy and incident-free holiday. Here are ten essential safety measures to keep in mind: 1. Fire Safety: Be cautious with candles, fireworks, and electrical decorations to avoid fires. Keep a fire extinguisher handy and working. 2. Electrical Safety: Avoid overloading sockets and keep electrical cords away from heat sources. 3. Food Safety: Handle and store food properly to avoid food poisoning. Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold. 4. Home Security: Secure your…

The Environment Agency (EA) has been criticised by an MP for failing to remove “toxic” waste from a site close to a primary school in Greater Manchester.Josh Simons questioned why the EA had decided to clear a large illegal waste dump near Kidlington, Oxfordshire, after months of saying it could not deal with a site at Bickershaw, within his Makerfield constituency.In July, a fire broke out at the Wigan site, which has about 25,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste, and went on to burn for 10 days. An EA spokesperson said new information had come to light about the risks…

There was a sigh of relief from British pig producers this week after the European Commission clarified the kind of flooring pigs will need to be housed on as of 2013 – and saved them millions of … Read more here: Click Here

Sabrina Carpenter has revealed the series of secret clues about ‘Man’s Best Friend’ that she littered throughout her ‘Manchild’ music video. READ MORE: Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Man’s Best Friend’ review: pop’s bawdy troubadour hits the melodic G-spot Released back in June ahead of launching her ‘Man’s Best Friend‘ album era, the pop star looked back on the hidden clues about the album in an episode of Vevo Footnotes shared yesterday (December 18). In the clip, which you can watch in full below, she looks back at concealing a clue about the record in the visuals before the album had even been…