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Wightlink ferry incident at Gunwharf
Ferry services between Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight have been disrupted after a vessel struck a berth at Gunwharf on Tuesday morning.
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Yellow weather warning for heavy rain across the South
Heavy rain is forecast across the South today, with a yellow weather warning in force until 8am tomorrow.
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Chichester Cathedral's new exhibition about its famous John Piper tapestry
A new free exhibition has opened at Chichester Cathedral, celebrating the story behind one of its most striking and significant artworks – the John Piper tapestry.
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West Sussex County Council local election u-turn reaction
West Sussex County Council has criticised the government’s U-turn over the postponement of May’s local elections.
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Late Queen statue progress in Portsmouth
Portsmouth City Council has confirmed it is moving forward with plans for a memorial statue of the late Queen Elizabeth II, with fundraising expected to begin in spring 2026.
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Police appeal after man is assaulted in Worthing
Police are investigating an assault in Worthing.
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Tribute paid to man murdered in Southampton
The family of a man killed in the Coxford area of Southampton have paid tribute to him, describing him as a much-loved son and brother.
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Tribute to Brighton police sergeant
Tributes have been paid to Malcolm Wauchope, known affectionately as “Choppy”, who has died after a battle with cancer.
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Plans approved for first phase of Welborne Science & Technology Park West
The first phase of a major new employment hub at Welborne has been given the go-ahead.
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Can you help Sussex Police find Alexander Nash
Police in Chichester are appealing for help to locate a man wanted in connection with theft offences and breaches of a Criminal Behaviour Order.
V2 Radio - UK News
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Police assess information around private flights to and from Stansted Airport after Epstein files released
Essex Police are assessing information around private flights to and from Stansted Airport following the release of the Epstein files.
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Women and middle classes dominate weight loss jab take-up
Women and the middle classes are dominating take-up of weight loss jabs, research suggests.
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Interest rate cut even more likely next month as inflation falls
The rate at which prices are increasing has fallen significantly, official figures have shown, making an interest rate cut next month even more likely.
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Storm Pedro bringing more rain and snow to UK
A weather system, named as Storm Pedro, is forecast to bring rain and snow to Britain today and tomorrow.
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London pedicabs to be banned from charging rip-off fares and blaring music
Pedicab riders will be banned from charging rip-off fares and blaring out music as they are regulated in London for the first time.
V2 Radio - Video News
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'Britain's loneliest sheep', Fiona, gives birth for first time
"Britain's loneliest sheep" has given birth for the first time.
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Interest rate cut even more likely next month as inflation falls
The rate at which prices are increasing has fallen significantly, official figures have shown, making an interest rate cut next month even more likely.
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'No platform gets a free pass,' says PM - as crackdown on social media announced
The government has announced a sweeping crackdown on tech firms to protect children from illegal content.
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Are you using an AI-generated password? It might be time to change it
Have you ever asked an AI for a password?
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Hollywood legend Robert Duvall, star of Apocalypse Now and The Godfather star, dies aged 95
Hollywood icon Robert Duvall, star of films including The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at the age of 95.
V2 Radio - Entertainment News
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Nancy Guthrie: No match found for DNA on glove recovered near home
DNA recovered from a glove found near the home of Nancy Guthrie does not match anything in a national database, authorities have said.
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Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested after allegedly assaulting two men, police say
Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested after allegedly assaulting two men in New Orleans amid Mardi Gras celebrations, police say.
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UK's Eurovision entry is YouTuber and electronic artist Look Mum No Computer
The UK's entrant for this year's Eurovision Song Contest will be YouTuber and electronic artist Look Mum No Computer.
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Hollywood legend Robert Duvall, star of Apocalypse Now and The Godfather star, dies aged 95
Hollywood icon Robert Duvall, star of films including The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, has died at the age of 95.
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Tehran producer Dana Eden found dead in Athens hotel room while filming new season
The executive producer of hit TV spy thriller Tehran has been found dead in an Athens hotel, police have said.
V2 Radio - Strange News
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Obama says aliens 'are real' - but he hasn't seen any
Barack Obama has said aliens are "real" in an interview, before later taking to social media to clarify his comments.
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'Britain's loneliest sheep', Fiona, gives birth for first time
"Britain's loneliest sheep" has given birth for the first time.
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Fire-juggling unicyclist caught performing on crossing
Police have caught a man juggling fire while riding a unicycle on a pedestrian crossing.
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Crotch enhancements: The latest controversy at the Winter Olympics
Crotch enhancements. Banned helmets. Qualifying manipulation claims. And Russian hacking.
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Boxer loses hairpiece in the ring and blames mother's shampoo
American boxer Jarrell Miller won his heavyweight bout in New York by a hair's breadth on Saturday - but lost his wig when the toupee started to came away.
V2 Radio - World News
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Real Madrid game against Benfica halted over alleged racial slur
Real Madrid's Champions League game against Benfica was stopped for several minutes after a racist slur was allegedly directed at Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior by an opposition player.
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Middle East seemingly edging closer to war as Donald Trump moves warships - and Iran drops any subtlety in response
Iran is not being subtle.
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Iran and US agree 'guiding principles' after more nuclear talks held
Iran and the United States have reached an understanding on "guiding principles" after fresh talks on Tehran's nuclear capabilities in Geneva, Iran's foreign minister has said.
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Russian athletes set to compete under own flag at Paralympics for first time since 2014
Russia is set to have athletes competing under their own flag at the Paralympic Games for the first time since 2014.
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11 dead after US forces strike alleged drug boats in the Pacific and Caribbean
Strikes have been launched by US forces on three alleged drug smuggling boats in the eastern Pacific and the Caribbean, killing 11 people.
V2 Radio - Politics News
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Starmer warns 'public health isn't a culture war' after measles outbreak
Sir Keir Starmer has warned "public health isn't a culture war" and urged parents to check their children are up to date with vaccinations after a measles outbreak.
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Farage wants Reform to be party of future - but can its new top team distance itself from a Tory past?
Nigel Farage pulled out all the stops to dazzle the audience when he unveiled his cabinet-in-waiting: podiums, lights, music and a sense of showbiz his rivals would struggle to muster.
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Unemployment hits highest rate in nearly five years
The UK's unemployment rate has increased again - to the highest level in nearly five years, according to new official figures.
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Farage claims 'victory' as councils face 'race against time' to reinstate plans after elections U-turn
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has claimed a "victory" after the government abandoned plans to postpone 30 local elections - a decision ballot organisers say has left councils in a "race against time".
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Who is in Nigel Farage's new Reform top team?
Reform UK has announced its new top team as Nigel Farage seeks to prove his party is not a "one-man band".
V2 Radio - Technology News
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Are you using an AI-generated password? It might be time to change it
Have you ever asked an AI for a password?
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1,000 suspected paedophiles being arrested every month
Police are arresting 1,000 suspected paedophiles every month as the threat of child sex abuse worsens, the National Crime Agency (NCA) has warned.
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How is the start of Ramadan determined - and does it begin in the UK today?
Today has been confirmed as the first day of Ramadan by Saudi Arabia. But for Muslims in the UK, the start of the holiest month of the Islamic year can differ.
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UK at risk of more flooding 'for months to come' after record-breaking January
Parts of Britain could be at risk of further flooding for months to come because so much rain has fallen so far this year, according to new analysis.
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Can governments ever keep up with big tech?
Tech moves fast, regulation doesn't - that's what the prime minister is now having to contend with.
V2 Radio - Sports News
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Vinicius Jr: Jose Mourinho's comments after Real Madrid forward reports alleged racist abuse criticised by Jamie Carragher
Sky Sports' Jamie Carragher has criticised Jose Mourinho for suggesting Vinicius Jr provoked a reaction from Benfica fans and players before reporting alleged racist abuse.
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Benfica vs Real Madrid halted for 10 minutes after Vinicius Jr racism allegation following incident with Gianluca Prestianni
Real Madrid's Champions League knockout play-off tie at Benfica was halted for 10 minutes after Vinicius Jr initially refused to play on following an alleged racist comment made to him by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni.
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England vs Ireland: Henry Pollock handed first Test start with Maro Itoje set for 100th cap in Six Nations
Henry Pollock will make his first Test start in Saturday's Six Nations clash against Ireland, with captain Maro Itoje poised to earn his 100th England cap.
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F1 2026: Key meetings as final Bahrain testing begins set to impact power unit and start procedure disputes
The final test of the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season gets under way on Wednesday, but the most crucial action of the day may well be away from the track at the Bahrain International Circuit.
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Igor Tudor: Tottenham head coach says 'no time for excuses' ahead of first game against Arsenal
Tottenham head coach Igor Tudor insists there is “no time to find excuses” and vowed he will not play for draws as he aims to move the club away from relegation trouble.
V2 Radio - Business News
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Interest rate cut even more likely next month as inflation falls
The rate at which prices are increasing has fallen significantly, official figures have shown, making an interest rate cut next month even more likely.
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Unemployment hits highest rate in nearly five years
The UK's unemployment rate has increased again - to the highest level in nearly five years, according to new official figures.
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Six of Sarah Ferguson's companies to close in wake of latest Epstein files
Six firms linked to Sarah Ferguson are being wound down following revelations from the latest release of the Epstein files, Companies House documents show.
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Money Problem: 'I booked an emergency plumber and cancelled minutes later but they've still charged me £270'
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