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Trump to double tariffs on steel imports
The US president says increasing them to 50% will protect local industry and reduce reliance on China.
Healey sees defence spend rise to 3% of GDP by 2034
But a source says the defence secretary is voicing an opinion, not announcing a new commitment.
Idyllic Swiss village stood for centuries - until a roaring glacier wiped it out
Nine million cubic metres of rock and ice came crashing down on Blatten after a landslide.
'As awkward as it gets': Ricky Gervais gets star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
The British actor says he is "humbled" and his success was "luck, persistence, and a little bit of pushing against the tide".
Breakthrough cancer drug doubles survival in trial
An international study found immunotherapy before surgery could give patients extra years of life.
Arrest after policeman injured by car in Manchester
A sergeant's legs are crushed in an alleged hit-and-run incident in the Rusholme area.
King Charles gifted Rolls-Royce as coronation present
Other gifts received by the King include a feather crown and a gold Blue Peter badge.
M*A*S*H actress Loretta Swit dies aged 87
Swit won awards for her role as "Hot Lips" Houlihan, a nurse based at an Army hospital during the Korean War.
Rugby league anger at no knighthoods in 130 years
The Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle joins protests at the lack of knighthoods for rugby league players.
School leavers party for weeks on midnight buses, and Norway says it's gone too far
Traditions have changed over the years and now teenagers are spending fortunes on hiring party buses.
The Papers: 'Key worker' and 'Nazi' slur
Most of Saturday's front pages lead on Donald Trump gifting Elon Musk a key to mark his last day in office at Doge.
North and South Korea are in an underground war - Kim Jong Un might now be winning
The neighbouring countries have long been embroiled in a war of information. But has there been a recent shift in who has the ‘upper hand’?
Scouse superhero Speedo Mick: From rock bottom to seeing life story on stage
He went from sleeping rough to raising £1m on charity walks in all weathers in just his swimming trunks.
She defended drug lord El Chapo - now, she's running for office
On Sunday, Mexico will become the first country to elect all its judges, following a major reform.
'A cry from the council estate' - the trans teen drama that pulls no punches
The coming-of-age BBC drama is a visceral look at working class life when you don't fit in.
How Bondi mass killer slipped through the cracks in Australia
An inquest is examining whether there were "missed opportunities" to stop Joel Cauchi's stabbing rampage.
How controversial US-Israeli backed Gaza aid plan turned to chaos
Touted as a vital lifeline for Gazans facing starvation, the first week of the new plan has been beset by chaos.
Warning after 250 million bees escape overturned truck in US
Master bee-keepers are called to the scene after a truck containing 70,000 pounds of active honey bee hives flipped over.
The noise battle at the heart of Real Madrid's stadium
It hosted 65,000 Taylor Swift fans last year but the Bernabéu stadium has been silent since September.
Stranded astronauts didn't know if they would 'be able to make it back'
Nasa pair Butch and Suni tell the BBC they feared being unable to get home when they failed to dock on the ISS.
The police job that is beyond the stuff of nightmares
David Murray is a victim identification officer who examines images and footage to find children who've been sexually abused.
Why are disposable vapes being banned and how harmful is vaping?
It will be illegal to sell or supply disposable vapes from 1 June 2025.
Ukraine accuses Russia of undermining next round of peace talks
Russia says it is sending its negotiators to Turkey for a second round of ceasefire talks on 2 June.
Will Starmer's military review match the threats we're told we face?
BBC's Laura Kuenssberg examines what we can expect from the strategic defence review - and its potential pitfalls.
Sharon Horgan says she only found confidence after Bad Sisters series two
The TV star, who is also behind hits like Motherland, said she finally feels she "belongs in the room."
Body found in search for girl missing in Thames
A body has been found in the search for a girl missing in the River Thames, police say.
Desperate Housewives star Valerie Mahaffey dies aged 71
The star died in California on Friday after being diagnosed with cancer, her publicist says.
‘The mountain is coming!’: How a roaring glacier wiped out idyllic Swiss village
Nine million cubic metres of rock and ice came crashing down on Blatten after a landslide.
How controversial US-Israeli backed Gaza aid plan turned to chaos
Touted as a vital lifeline for Gazans facing starvation, the first week of the new plan has been beset by chaos.
Astronauts in space for nine months didn't know if they would 'be able to make it back'
Nasa pair Butch and Suni tell the BBC they feared being unable to get home when they failed to dock on the ISS.
The noise battle at the heart of Real Madrid's stadium
It hosted 65,000 Taylor Swift fans last year but the Bernabéu stadium has not staged another concert since September.
Iran significantly growing uranium stockpile, warns UN nuclear agency
The International Atomic Energy Agency says Iran now possesses over 400kg of uranium at 60% purity.
Breakthrough cancer drug doubles survival in trial
An international study found immunotherapy before surgery could give patients extra years of life.
Girl, 15, who died in fire named as Ann Eyre
The deaths are unexplained, and an investigation is under way, police say.
Healey expects UK to spend 3% of GDP on defence by 2034
A government source says the defence secretary has "full confidence" in Labour's plans to increase defence spending.
North and South Korea are in an underground war - Kim Jong Un might now be winning
The neighbouring countries have long been embroiled in a war of information. But has there been a recent shift in who has the ‘upper hand’?
Teenager and two adults killed in M5 crash
A second child is taken to hospital after sustaining serious injuries in the single-vehicle crash.
Turkey arrests dozens including opposition party members
The arrest operation is the fifth after Turkey jailed Istanbul's mayor and leading opposition candidate Ekrem Imamoglu.
Man arrested after car hits number of pedestrians
Police say a 31 year-old man has been arrested while four pedestrians remain in hopsital.
Hegseth warns China poses 'imminent' threat to Taiwan
The US defence secretary called on Asian countries to boost spending and work with the US to deter war.
Rosenberg: What a new Stalin statue says about Russia's attempt to reshape history
A brand new statue of the Soviet dictator Josef Stalin has been unveiled at a Metro station in Moscow.
Fans descend on village for rock star's funeral
The musician and charity fundraiser died last month aged 66 after living with cancer for 30 years.
'I'm in full-time work but I'm homeless'
Damo Buxton from Stoke-on-Trent says he works full time but is unable to afford to rent privately.
Bournemouth Echo
Traffic chaos after two separate crashes on A31 - updates
MOTORISTS are facing big delays this afternoon following two separate crashes on the A31.
'It's only a matter of time before a child gets killed'
A Bournemouth resident raises concerns about increase in crashes around the area in Charminster, Bournemouth.
This is Bournemouth's highest-rated pub that offers an 'utterly brilliant' vibe
The Firkin Shed is Bournemouth's highest-rated pub Tripadvisor - and here's what makes is so special
The fish and chip shop serving up catch of the day
A FISH and chip shop that uses quality ingredients while striving to be the best in the business is our trader of the week.
Pupils 'walk to Wembley 11 times' in memory of beloved football coach
Hundreds of Bournemouth schoolchildren who ‘walked to Wembley 11 times’ in memory of their football coach who passed away from cancer, have raised over £2,100 (inc gift aid) for Cancer Research UK.
Protestors hit out at club over Katie Hopkins gig
Protestors from Stand Up to Racism have hit out against a club in Wimborne after Katie Hopkins is due to perform there in her UK tour.
RuPaul's Drag Race UK star to perform in Bournemouth
People wanting to attend are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy dinner between 6pm and 8pm, with cocktails available all night.
Concerns for community over impact of beauty spot ban
It is claimed that the closure of a beauty spot at Littlebredy to the public could cause a loss in tourism to a picturesque village
PHOTOS: Runners lace up their trainers for Race for Life in the sun
The day features a number of events including 5k and 10k races, alongside the chance to take part in a Pretty Muddy course.
Remember this funky Bournemouth bar? Look back at 90s photos
The buzzy cocktail bar was a beloved fixture for both locals and visitors, renowned for its imaginative drinks and distinctive, eclectic atmosphere.
Four fascinating facts you may not know about the New Forest
With a history rooted in the 11th century, this enchanting landscape has been graced by the presence of royalty and has tales of mythical beings.
Corfe Castle waterpark with 'wipeout-style obstacles course' among best in UK
A waterpark near Corfe Castle in Dorset has been named one of the best pools and waterparks in the UK by Time Out
Award-winning ghost walk to return to Poole Old Town
Michele will be joined by India Murray, who will play Cockle Kate, a real-life troublemaker from Poole's past.
Arts University Bournemouth students shine in national prize
Arts University Bournemouth students have achieved notable success in the Batsford Prize 2025.
Dorset children invited to design billboard for nationwide competition
Their schools will also be awarded £1,000 and a visit from a Team GB or ParalympicsGB athlete.
Legal advice given to healthcare providers at inaugural conference
"Only recently, the government announced immigration reforms, which are likely to severely curtail the recruitment of care workers from overseas.
Life-saving air ambulance launches fundraising campaign
"Who doesn’t love a cuppa and a piece of cake (or two!) These gatherings are essential for supporting our life-saving mission."
Concerns raised over council's spending and contract decisions
"These findings highlight systemic issues that have developed over time and we take them extremely seriously.
Gavin & Stacey star to appear in Bournemouth Christmas panto
Melanie Walters, known for her role in Gavin & Stacey, is set to star in Bournemouth's Christmas pantomime.
Family leads campaign to raise awareness of rare conditions
"There’s such a lack of understanding, which is why this awareness campaign is so important."
Rare 1966 Matra Djet car set to be auctioned at Haynes Motor Museum
The car was bought in France by its late owner as a restoration project and was registered in the UK in 1985.
Two schools in Bournemouth to benefit from essential repairs
"We’re turning the page on years of neglect by investing in Bournemouth’s schools and putting our children first."
Company awarded King's Award for work with water firm
"Their modular technology will play a key role in how we deliver new treatment capacity more efficiently and sustainably at our Alderney and Knapp Mill Treatment Works."
Specsavers Lymington hosts activities for children's group
"It was clear how much effort you had all put into making it a fun, engaging and informative experience and we’re so grateful for the time, care and enthusiasm.
Grants available for community and volunteer-led projects
Last year, more than £64,000 was distributed to 23 grassroots charities and voluntary groups.
Have your say on cliff management guide for BCP coastline
The guide will highlight cliff erosion and offer practical advice to landowners, homeowners, businesses and residents managing privately owned cliffs.
Acres of grassland in the New Forest planted with wildflowers
The trust is creating "stepping stones" of habitat across the landscape, enabling species to expand from the core of the forest to its outer edges.
'Roarsome' dinosaur show with meet and greet coming to town
There will also be a "special" meet and greet after the show to make a "new dinosaur friend".
Preschool rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted inspectors
The report also praised the support given to children and parents in preparation for school.
Major improvements to bus services for Dorset residents
He added: "We have worked in partnership with Morebus and the developers to ensure that existing residents in the area benefit from better public transport links.
In The Dock: Woman assaulted police officers on Bournemouth Pier
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Warning over odd rule when filling up at Tesco petrol station
Tesco have a little-known rule at its petrol stations which has caught motorists out and left them embarrassed.
Can speed cameras catch you speeding on the other side of the road?
Many motorists believe that if a speed camera is located on the other side of the road, you can’t get caught speeding.
Vet issues urgent flea warning to all dog and cat owners
A vet has issued a warning to all cat and dog owners to keep an eye out for flea infestations, which are “more common than people realise” at this time of year
LIVE: Five people taken to hospital after crash involving car and van
There has been a crash on the A35 near Lyndhurst and yhe A35 southbound is currently closed from Bank.
LIVE: Motorcyclist involved in crash near A338
There has been a crash on Wellington Road , Bournemouth We will bring you updates this morning
Man raped, strangled and beat woman in hotel room
A MAN has been jailed for raping, strangling and beating a woman in a hotel room, after nearby occupants raised concerns.
Drivers told to avoid Swanage road after crash
Drivers are being told to Victoria Avenue in Swanage as emergency services are dealing with a crash.
Woman in her 60s left in ‘distress’ after public order offence in Lymington
A woman in her 60s has been left in “distress” following a public order offence in Lymington
Update as investigation into rape of girl continues
AN investigation into an alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl in a playing fields in Dorchester remains ongoing
Brand denies raping woman at Bournemouth conference
COMEDIAN and actor Russell Brand is set to enter pleas to sex offence charges including rape and indecent assault.
Brand to enter pleas to charges after alleged rape in Bournemouth
Comedian and actor Russell Brand is set to enter pleas to sex offence charges including rape and indecent assault.
This 'number one' snack could boost your life expectancy by 2 years
National Geographic fellow and presenter of Netflix's How to Live to 100, Dan Buettner, is well known for his research into the world's "blue" zones.
Puppies found after foster carer 'faked their death' to sell them
Puppies found in Lymington after a foster carer faked their death to sell them, police say
Formula 1
PRACTICE DEBRIEF: Can Red Bull or Mercedes take the fight to McLaren at the Spanish Grand Prix?
It looked to be another solid start to a weekend for McLaren during Friday practice ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, with Lando Norris topping FP1 while Oscar Piastri set the pace in FP2. But with the likes of Max Verstappen and George Russell also in the mix, could the papaya squad have a fight on their hands?
Horner pledges ‘100% commitment’ to Red Bull amid rumours of Ferrari approach for team boss role
Christian Horner has brushed aside rumours of Ferrari contacting him about potentially becoming their team boss in the future, stressing that he is “100% committed” to Red Bull Racing.
WATCH: Ride along with Piastri for the fastest Friday lap in Spain
Oscar Piastri topped the timesheets in Friday's second practice session, backing up the pace shown by his McLaren team mate Lando Norris in the day's earlier session in Spain.
Russell ‘in a good place’ after ‘decent’ Friday for Mercedes in Spain despite concern over long-run pace
George Russell ended Friday at the Spanish Grand Prix in a “good place” after reaching P2 on the timesheets, though the Mercedes driver acknowledged that the team still need to work on their long-run pace in comparison to their Qualifying form.
What the teams said – Friday in Spain
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Friday practice at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, for the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix.
‘Not fun’ – Hamilton frustrated by tough Barcelona Friday as he vows Ferrari will ‘keep trying’ to solve issues
Lewis Hamilton described Friday practice at the Spanish Grand Prix as “not fun” after failing to feature in the top 10 for FP2 when the chequered flag fell in Barcelona.
‘We’ve had worse Fridays!’ – Verstappen feeling ‘more positive’ after practice in Spain despite wanting ‘better feeling’ from car
Max Verstappen was left feeling generally more positive about Red Bull’s performance on the opening day of action at the Spanish Grand Prix in comparison to previous Fridays, despite admitting that he still wants to find a “better feeling” from the car.
‘Our competitors look quick’ – Piastri predicts ‘tight battle’ during Qualifying in Barcelona
Oscar Piastri has predicted that Saturday's Qualifying at the Spanish Grand Prix will be a “tight battle” after McLaren, Red Bull, Mercedes and Ferrari all showed strong pace during Friday’s practice sessions in Barcelona.
HIGHLIGHTS: Relive the action from FP2 in Barcelona as Piastri heads the timesheets
With McLaren team mate Lando Norris having headed Free Practice 1 at the Spanish Grand Prix, it was Oscar Piastri’s turn in FP2, the Australian finishing a comfortable 0.286s ahead of his nearest rival.
Verstappen keen to ‘see what we can do’ from P3 on grid in Spain as he admits McLaren will be ‘tough to beat’
Max Verstappen is looking forward to seeing what might be possible from P3 on the grid at the Spanish Grand Prix, with the Dutchman admitting that he will try his best whilst acknowledging that McLaren seem “tough to beat”.
Sainz rues ‘very tricky’ Qualifying that left him in the ‘middle of nowhere’ at his home GP in Spain
Carlos Sainz cited a myriad of problems after he was knocked out in the first stage of Qualifying for his home race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, leaving him eager to break into the top 10 in the Grand Prix.
FIA post-Qualifying press conference – Spain
1. Oscar Piastri (McLaren), 2. Lando Norris (McLaren), 3. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
Hamilton sets podium target for Spanish GP after moving ‘in the right direction’ with P5 Qualifying result
Lewis Hamilton was left with mixed feelings following Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix, acknowledging that fifth on the grid is “not where we wanted to be” but “definitely an improvement from where we’ve been”.
WATCH: Ride onboard with Piastri for his spectacular pole position lap in Spain
The contest for pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix went down to the wire between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, but it was the former who executed the fastest lap of the weekend when it mattered to emerge ahead of his team mate.
HIGHLIGHTS: Relive the Qualifying action as Piastri snatches pole position from Norris in Spain
Oscar Piastri came out on top in an exhilarating intra-team battle for pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix, denying Lando Norris as Max Verstappen settled for third place.
Piastri relieved to grab pole ahead of ‘interesting’ race in Spain as Norris blames ‘little mistakes’ for missing out
Oscar Piastri was delighted to snatch pole position as a thrilling shootout against McLaren team mate Lando Norris played out in the final stages of Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix, with Norris blaming “little mistakes” for losing out during the last flying runs.
FACTS AND STATS: A first front row lock-out in Spain for McLaren since 1998 as Piastri grabs biggest pole margin of the season
Oscar Piastri grabbed pole in Spain for McLaren, beating his team mate by just over two tenths of a second. It was his fourth pole of the year as he looks to extend his lead in the Championship. But with Lando Norris chasing back to back wins, the Australian might not have it all his own way here – despite what the timing sheet says.
Piastri beats Norris to pole position in thrilling Spanish GP Qualifying as McLaren lock out front row
Oscar Piastri has grabbed his fourth pole position of the season during Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix, the championship leader beating McLaren team mate Lando Norris in the dying moments of the session.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow the action from Spanish GP Qualifying as Piastri takes impressive pole
Live coverage of Saturday's Formula 1 Qualifying session for the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.
HIGHLIGHTS: Catch the action from FP3 in Spain as Piastri sets the pace from Norris
Oscar Piastri finished the third and final practice session ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix at the top of the timesheets, the McLaren driver setting the pace by half a second from team mate Lando Norris.
FP3: Piastri quickest ahead of Norris and Leclerc in third practice for the Spanish Grand Prix
Oscar Piastri set the pace during the final practice session ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix, establishing a commanding gap back to his team mate Lando Norris and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from final practice for the Spanish Grand Prix
Live coverage of Saturday's Formula 1 practice session for the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.
F3: Domingues becomes first Portuguese F3 winner with Barcelona Sprint victory
Ivan Domingues earned his maiden FIA Formula 3 victory, winning the Barcelona Sprint Race and becoming the first driver from Portugal to win in the Championship.
Windows Central
Warzone Ranked play: Battle Royale delayed and then surprisingly deployed— server instability and other issues plague the launch of Call of Duty Season 4
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 4 kicked off earlier this week, causing the developers to focus on putting out multiple fires as players report crashes, Ranked Play for Warzone gets delayed, and Multiplayer Ranked Play goes live again.
Elden Ring Nightreign Fissure in the Fog boss: How to beat Caligo, Miasma of Night
Elden Ring Nightreign has a grandiose new dragon fight with Caligo, Miasma of Night, and it's not an easy one. Follow this guide, though, and you'll take down the Fissure in the Fog in no time.
Helldivers 2 sees the Battle for Super Earth end in victory, so here's how it happened
Helldivers 2 sees the Battle for Super Earth end in victory, with players rallying to defend against the Illuminate invasion.
Should you play Elden Ring Nightreign solo?
Elden Ring Nightreign offers a single-player option despite its co-op multiplayer focus, but should you actually play it solo?
ZeniMax Media quality assurance workers reach tentative contract with Microsoft after almost two years
After almost two years of negotiations, ZeniMax Media quality assurance workers have a tentative contract with Microsoft.
One of Elden Ring Nightreign's biggest problems is (hopefully) getting fixed in a new update patch next week, but I'm not sure the changes will be enough
At launch, Elden Ring Nightreign's solo play option has some major problems. FromSoftware is looking to address some of them in a new update patch next week, though.
Windows 11 version 25H2: Everything you need to know about Microsoft's next OS release
The next version of the Windows 11 operating system will debut later this year. Here's everything we know about it so far, including potential release date, platform changes, and more.
We got Markdown in Notepad before GTA VI
Microsoft is bringing rich formatting and Markdown support to Notepad, modernizing the app with bold, italics, lists, links, and headings.
Gaming on a dual-screen laptop? I tried it with Lenovo's new Yoga Book 9i for 2025 — Here's what happened
Lenovo's new Yoga Book 9i (Gen 10) is a high-class dual-screen PC that leans into entertainment. How does it handle games across two displays? I found out.
Xbox Game Pass just had its strongest content quarter ever, but can we expect this level of quality forever?
Xbox Game Pass just wrapped up its strongest quarter ever, delivering standout releases like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Blue Prince, and DOOM: The Dark Ages. Can it maintain momentum?
How to install SteamOS on ROG Ally and Legion Go Windows gaming handhelds
You can easily install SteamOS on your ROG Ally or Legion Go Windows gaming handhelds by following our step-by-step instructions. It doesn't take very long either.
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