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Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Lifestyle

From food and drink to health, wellbeing, fashion and everyday city life, this category covers how Brighton lives — spotlighting trends, places and people shaping the city’s distinctive lifestyle.

Fruits and vegetables are an important part of our diet. They provide nutrients and fibre, and many contain additional compounds (known as bioactives) that can improve health. But not all foods are created equal – with big differences in the amount of bioactives we get from cabbages, carrots, pulses...
Summer has arrived in Brighton and Hove — and the city has responded with a packed weekend of live music, comedy, clubbing and culture. Whether you're looking for a big night out, a lazy afternoon in the sun or something a little different, here's what's happening across the city...
As the World Cup draws millions to their screens this summer, Brighton & Hove City Council is highlighting the increased risk of gambling harm, especially with many adverts promoting fast, addictive products. During major tournaments, fans are targeted relentlessly with advertising: more than half of televised gambling ads feature free...
Brighton doesn't do quiet weekends — and this one is no exception. Whether you're after live music, comedy, culture or just a reason to get out of the house, here's what's on across the city. Friday 5 June Kick the weekend off at Patterns on the seafront where Definitely Oasis return...
By Rachel Woods, Senior Lecturer in Physiology, University of Lincoln   Walk into any health food shop in Brighton right now and you will find a new word appearing on supplement packaging: postbiotics. It sits next to the probiotics and the prebiotics, and it costs considerably more than either. The question...
Our relationships shape our health in many ways. Friends and family can provide support during difficult times and encourage healthy habits. But not all relationships are positive – some can be a persistent source of stress. A new study published in the journal PNAS asked what happens when the stress...
BRIGHTON JOURNAL NEWSTEAM There’s a new way for residents and businesses in Brighton & Hove to travel.The city has been chosen by the Department for Transport’s Active Travel England’s Innovation Fund to pilot the rollout of new shared electric cargo bikes. The pilot is being delivered by OurBike in partnership with Brighton &...
Leading outdoor retailer Blacks has reopened its newly refit Brighton store, unveiling a refined, design‑led retail space that reflects the brand’s elevated identity for 2026. Spanning 3,416 square feet, the updated store presents a clean, modern environment with an improved layout and curated visual storytelling, showcasing a carefully crafted product...
A strong soundtrack can change the whole feel of a game. It can make a quiet village feel safe, a boss fight feel overwhelming, or a final mission feel heavier before anything has even happened. The same attention to atmosphere now appears across many digital entertainment spaces, from story-led...
Dozens of girls from 8 local primary schools enjoyed an introduction to rugby as part of Brighton & Hove City Council’s ongoing efforts to increase female participation in sport. This initiative not only familiarises young girls with the sport of rugby but also aims to instil a sense of...