Strictly Come Dancing producers are open for same-sex couples to enter the competition from next year. The show will introduce both, heterosexual and same sex couples. The decision is well received by viewers of the series and the public in general.
Dancing competitions have always featured heterosexual couples only, falling...
The i360 will be lit up in pink tonight to raise awareness of organ donation.
British Airways is collaborating with NHS Blood and Transfer Service in their #PassItOn campaign, which aims to encourage people to sign up to the register, and tell their families if they want to donate their...
Brighton and Hove's most popular baby names in 2018 have been revealed as Arthur and Olivia.
Of the 1302 baby boys born in Brighton last year 21 were called Arthur. Of the 1219 baby girls, 20 were called Olivia.
Arthur was the 7th most popular name in the UK, but ranked...
This week Brighton Journal spoke to Lauren Hayes, a Brighton-based paper artist who creates stunning botanical sculptures. Her delicate sculptures often feature plants with medicinal or folklorish significance.
Every single piece is designed, drawn and cut by hand, resulting in the most intricate forms. We discussed Lauren's wonderful work, her...
Chantal Spencer, the founder of 'VisAbility Arts', is seeking to "rewrite the rulebook" on accessibility for artists and makers. VisAbility Arts is an organisation that empowers artists and makers living with invisible disabilities and neurodivergences by creating spaces that are flexible to their needs. As a Brighton-based artist with...
Ever wondered what's inside the colourful Hove beach huts? You can find out this Bank Holiday Monday.
The Hove Beach Hut Association is hosting an open day from 11-3, and are encouraging as beach hut owners to open their doors to the public.
There are 526 beach huts in Hove. The...
Brighton-based artist Michaela Ridgway is launching an exhibition in the heart of Brighton's "Artist's Quarter" tomorrow. Held at Gallery40 in the North Laines, Michaela will be showcasing her experimental life drawing that is longer than a London bus.
The drawing is entitled "Now", and measures a staggering 1m x 10m....
This week Brighton Journal spoke to Brighton-based contemporary artist, Johanna Cragg. Johanna's expressive portraiture experiments with colour, pose and symbolism in her intent to capture feeling on canvas. She believes that painting is an emotive form of communication, and paints instinctively by collecting thoughts, happenings and memories.
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Can you put some of your time towards supporting the local community? There are many ways you can make a difference by volunteering in and around Brighton. Here are some ideas of fantastic ways you can get involved and give back to this wonderful city.
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The Magic of Thailand festival is coming back to Brighton this weekend for a two-day celebration of Thai culture. This marks one of nine destinations for the cultural festival across the UK. Previously known as Brighton Thai Festival, this family-friendly event promises to both challenge the taste buds and...
