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Watch: BBC on streets of Mexican city gripped by deadly cartel violence
BBC international correspondent Quentin Sommerville travelled to Culiacán in northern Sinaloa state following an explosion in violence.
Racism and lack of compassion factors in 'failing' maternity care, report finds
The interim report has identified problems "at every stage" of the maternity journey in England.
Earth's heat to power 10,000 homes in renewable energy first for UK
Water super-heated by rocks will also provide the UK's first domestic supply of the critical mineral lithium.
This coastal idyll banned 'harmful' holiday lets. Eight years on, has it worked?
A ban on new holiday homes sees more permanent residents but some say the policy harms tourism.
Orbán accuses Ukraine of disrupting oil supplies to Hungary
Ukraine says a critical pipeline was closed after Russian strikes.
There's a solution for e-bike parking chaos - but its not problem-free
Introducing dedicated parking bays has not completely solved the issue.
Shot in school uniform: BBC reveals police order led to Gen Z protest killings
New evidence reveals what happened when 19 people were shot dead in Kathmandu last September.
Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai wins appeal against lesser conviction
The 78-year-old Lai, however, remains detained for a separate national security case.
Four shot dead on US-registered speedboat were Cuban nationals, Cuba says
The passengers were armed and intended to "carry out an infiltration for terrorist purposes", the Cuban government said.
US and Iran to hold talks as pressure for nuclear deal builds
The indirect negotiations are seen as a last-ditch effort to prevent a conflict, but the chances of a nuclear agreement are unclear.
Yungblud festival goes international, but not everyone's convinced
The third instalment is taking place in the Czech Republic after being held in Milton Keynes.
The Papers: 'Met exposed Hoyle' and 'Iran tempts Trump'
The Met's apology for revealing a source related to Lord Mandelson's arrest is prominent on Thursday's papers.
Faisal Islam: Is Reeves right in saying the UK economy's turning a corner?
The Chancellor is trying to use this moment as a launching pad for a wider attempt to gee up consumer and business confidence.
Watch: Moment a sinkhole in Omaha traps cars and drivers
Several witnesses jumped into action helping both drivers get to safety while others directed traffic, according to police.
Aldi shop staff to receive two pay rises this year
The German budget supermarket is a growing competitor among British supermarkets
Australian PM apologises after calling child sex abuse survivor and advocate 'difficult'
Former Australian of the Year Grace Tame said the word was a "misogynist's code for a woman who won't comply".
'One-off' Led Zeppelin album photo sells for £16k
There was "fierce bidding" for the photo which inspired the album artwork, the auction house says.
US 'suitcase murderer' deported from Bali after 11 years in jail
The 33-year-old will still face federal charges in the US and is due to appear in court on Thursday.
A New York City snowball fight gone wrong leaves Mayor Mamdani at odds with police
The NYPD is looking for four people they say injured officers with snowballs, in behavior the commisioner called "disgraceful".
Live stream 'peddled as an alibi' shown to Natalie McNally murder trial jury
Natalie McNally was 15 weeks pregnant when she died at her home in Lurgan in December 2022
Chip giant Nvidia defies AI concerns with record $215bn revenue
Demand for Nvidia chips rose even as the company sets out to create AI products of its own.
Spain to check Gibraltar arrivals under post-Brexit deal
Travellers to the Rock from the UK would have to show their passport twice under a new UK-EU treaty.
Soham murderer Ian Huntley seriously injured in prison attack
The 52-year-old is serving a life sentence after being convicted of murdering schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman.
Tracey Emin says her artwork My Bed would be 'tidy, clean and boring' if she made it today
Her Turner Prize-nominated messy bed caused a stir in the late 1990s and is now going back on display.
Woman angry at lack of prosecution after she fell from window fleeing triple killer
A former neighbour of Valdo Calocane was told he could have killed her, years before the attacks.
Jersey approves assisted dying law - where do proposals for change stand in the UK?
Bills to let terminally ill people end their life are being considered at Westminster and in Scotland.
Corbyn set to become Your Party parliamentary leader
Ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn's supporters won 14 of the 24 seats on Your Party's central executive committee (CEC).
Instagram to alert parents if teens search for self-harm and suicide content
Safety campaigners say Meta is "passing the buck" with its new feature for parents using Instagram's teen supervision tools.
Danish PM calls snap election with Greenland issue centre-stage
The issue of Greenland, which Donald Trump wants to annex, is likely to dominate the election campaign.
Number of young people out of work or education edges closer to one million
People at the start of their careers are particularly affected by the UK's weak job market.
Traitor Rachel on winning the show, her mum's death - and what's next
Rachel Duffy has spoken publicly for the first time about winning The Traitors and then losing her mother.
Bridgerton's first East Asian family is a beautiful thing, say cast
Stars of the hit Netflix show talk about the importance of representation as part two of season four lands.
This coastal idyll banned 'harmful' holiday lets. Eight years on, has it worked?
A ban on new holiday homes sees more permanent residents but some say the policy harms tourism.
'I'm going to stick at it until I get a home' - rough sleeper numbers rise again
There were 4,793 people sleeping on the streets on a single night last autumn.
There's a solution for e-bike parking chaos - but it's not problem-free
Introducing dedicated parking bays has not completely solved the issue.
Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian boy and stood around as he bled to death, video shows
Israeli forces blocked Palestinian ambulances while a 14-year-old lay bleeding for at least 45 minutes.
I based horror game on working in a Scottish chippy
Developer James Muirhead said his old job provided the perfect setting for his latest creation.
Racism and staff shortages factors in 'failing' maternity care, report finds
The interim report has identified problems "at every stage" of the maternity journey in England.
US justice department accused of withholding Trump-related Epstein files
The top Democrat on the congressional panel investigating Epstein has called on the attorney general to publish the material.
Met apologises to Lord Speaker after Mandelson tip-off error
Lord Mandelson's lawyers said police arrested the peer because of a "baseless" suggestion he was planning to move abroad.
US and Iran hold talks seen as crucial to prevent conflict
The indirect negotiations in Geneva are seen as a last-ditch effort, but the chances of a nuclear agreement are unclear.
Singer D4vd confirmed as 'target' of investigation into murder of teen
The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found in the singer's car last year.
Earth's heat to power 10,000 homes in renewable energy first for UK
Water super-heated by rocks will also provide the UK's first domestic supply of the critical mineral lithium.
Bournemouth Echo
"A lot of factors went into it": Frevola updates on stadium delay and season tickets
President of business operations, Jim Frevola, explained to the Daily Echo that the delay was down to a combination of factors.
New bench unveiled in a 'living tribute' for Bournemouth woman with heart failure
A BOURNEMOUTH bench has been unveiled as a ‘living tribute’ to a women living with heart failure.
Why the Queen Mary 2 is the only true cruise liner left in the world
Launched in 2004 as the flagship of the Cunard Line, QM2 was designed to succeed the prestigious Queen Elizabeth 2.
Bar to be refurbished and rebranded ahead of opening next month
A TOWN centre bar is set to be refurbished and rebranded ahead of its re-opening early next month.
Christchurch: Vets rugby game to support Elsie's Rose charity
A CHRISTCHURCH veteran rugby team is hosting a rugby game all in aid of raising funds for a charity which supports bereaved parents.
In The Dock - Man found with air rifle in Tower Park handed community order
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Royal Bournemouth Hospital submits plans for 713-space temporary car park
Royal Bournemouth Hospital is seeking permission for a 713-space temporary car park on land at Wessex Fields.
Restaurant owners left 'traumatised' after rogue trader lost them £73,000
A restaurant owner says his business was left in ruins after a builder absconded with thousands of pounds, leaving renovation work unfinished that he claims caused a damning hygiene rating.
Popular Poole bar closes following 'rising costs' and change in 'drinking habits'
A bar in Poole has closed permanently due to “rising operational costs”, rent increases and changing drinking habits.
Vandals on e-bikes cause 'extensive damage' to golf course
VANDALS riding e-bikes reportedly caused ‘extensive damage’ to a golf course in Bournemouth.
Multiple schools across county facing cuts amid 'extremely challenging' conditions
Multiple schools under a multi-academy trust in Dorset are facing cuts to subjects and staff despite nearly 20 of its executives receiving six-figure salaries.
Bakehouse and café 'brings something new' to the Triangle
A new bakehouse and café have opened in the Triangle providing “something new” to the residents with its "special house-made focaccia".
Burglar targeted elderly women's homes
A BURGLAR targeted elderly women’s homes in Bournemouth to steal bank cards.
Drink driver found walking on grass verge after car 'ran out of fuel'
A drink driver has been banned from the road after being found walking barefoot along the grass verge after his car ran out of petrol
Council slammed over new cycle path as girl seriously injured
MP for Poole has slammed the council over newly laid cycle paths on Ringwood Road after a 13-year-old girl was "seriously injured."
How much BCP Council will spend on services in the next year
BCP Council has now approved its 2026/27 budget, this is how much will be spent on services in the next financial year.
Two men plead guilty over nearly 30kg of cocaine and 'lab' claims
A man extradited from Verona to the south west last December has today pleaded guilty to his role leading a conspiracy to supply cocaine across Dorset and other parts of the country.
Suspected drugs raid as police and forensics search house
A large police presence is in Knyveton Road in Bournemouth. We will bring you updates as we get them.
UK's biggest bird of prey captured soaring through skies above New Forest
The UK's biggest bird of prey has been pictured above Lymington, New Forest.
Bournemouth Airport announces brand new route to 'magical' destination
Holidaymakers will have even more travel options next year, as Jet2.com unveils a brand new route from Bournemouth to Spain for summer 2027.
Convenience store shut after overnight break-in
A CONVENIENCE store has temporarily shut after an overnight break-in.
Landscape artist to auction paintings in support of Ukraine charity
Grant Delonge is auctioning his paintings to raise funds for New Forest for Ukraine.
LIVE: A31 eastbound partially blocked after reports of crash
We are getting reports of delays on the A31 Ringwood this afternoon following a crash on the eastbound carriageway.
Man arrested as 'number of plants' seized from suspected cannabis factory
A man has been arrested after 'a number of plants' were seized from a suspected cannabis factory at a Bournemouth address.
Increased patrols in gardens after concerns over anti-social behaviour
Patrols have been increased in Boscombe gardens after reports of drug dealing and continued anti-social behaviour.
Opposition councillors hit out at "extremely disappointing" budget
Opposition councillors have said this year’s budget is “extremely disappointing” and shows the administration “doesn’t care” about residents.
Traveller site near Martin Clunes home approved
A traveller site, close to Martin Clunes home near Beaminster, has been approved by Dorset Council.
Huge open-air cinema returns to Dorset castle with classic film screenings
Adventure Cinema’s open-air cinema tours 57 UK venues in summer 2026, including Lulworth Castle, screening family films and classics. Tickets from £9.80.
Further hearing held after death of man at Oasis concert
A pre-inquest review was held into the death of 45-year-old Lee Claydon on Thursday February 26 at Barnet Coroner's Court.
Work underway to repair 'Dorset's worst car park'
WORK to repair 'Dorset's worst car park' is now underway as part of a £350k council project
How much are veneers in Turkey? A guide for UK patients
Dental veneers have become an increasingly popular cosmetic dentistry option for patients seeking to improve the appearance of their smile
Driver comes forward after cow injured in hit and run
A driver has come forward following a collision with a cow in the New Forest.
Woman reportedly punched in the face by pair at bowling alley
Police are looking to identify two individuals after a woman was punched in the face at Bowl Central in Bournemouth.
10-year-old boy cycling 100 miles in memory of grandad for mental health charity
10-year-old Frankie cycles 100 miles in Dorset to raise funds for Dorset Mind, honouring his late grandad. Join him at Bournemouth BMX track finale.
'Pawsome' summer festival designed entirely for dogs coming to New Forest
Dogstival 2026 returns to Burley Park, New Forest, Hampshire, 30–31 May, offering dog-friendly activities, foam parties and canine entertainment.
New mixed and social tag rugby league set to launch in Bournemouth this April
Mixed tag rugby league launches in Bournemouth at Meyrick Park from 27 April—open to all adults for social, minimal-contact sport. Register with Try Tag Rugby.
Dorset farmer fined after failing to comply with slurry storage notice
Dorset farmer Mark Pearson fined £1,200 at Yeovil Magistrates’ Court for failing to increase slurry storage at Hanford Farm.
Easter pantomime of Aladdin brings magic and community to Christchurch venue
Highcliffe Charity Players present Aladdin at Christchurch’s Regent Centre this Easter, starring Stanley Smith as Widow Twankey. Family panto fun for all ages.
Dorset nursery group becomes the new sponsor for Poole football club
Tops Day Nurseries partners with Hamworthy United FC as new sponsor, promoting community, sustainability, and youth opportunities at The County Ground.
Almost 124,000 young people in the UK faced homelessness last year
Nearly 124,000 young people faced homelessness in the UK last year, Centrepoint reveals, with numbers rising and family breakdown the leading cause.
Bournemouth Pier is promising an unforgettable Mother's Day experience
Celebrate Mother’s Day 2026 at Bournemouth Pier with dining, live music, sea views and special offers at Key West Bar & Grill. Book online for free treats.
International flavours coming to Wetherspoons in Dorset for real ale festival
Wetherspoon real ale festival comes to Dorset pubs 4–15 March, offering 30 UK and international ales—including first-ever Mexican brew—plus vegan options.
Visitors given chance to see Rembrandt masterpiece at Dorset venue
Rembrandt’s Self-portrait is on display at Kingston Lacy, Dorset, as part of the National Trust’s mindful art tour. Visit by 22 March.
Rural crime crack down as the south's police forces descended on Dorset
Police officers descended on Dorset in a day to try and combat rural crime in the area.
Music photographer says switching to ultrafast broadband changed his life
More than 40,000 Dorset homes can now access ultrafast full fibre broadband via Trooli, but 93% still rely on slow copper connections. Upgrade for faster internet.
Amateur photographer wins riverside photo competition for fourth time
Amateur photographer Maggie White wins Beaulieu River photo competition with seal image after accident. Winning photo features in 2026 Tide Times booklet.
'We are ensuring that Dorset plays a leading role in shaping national policy'
Vikki Slade MP backs Dorset TESTBED Living Science Park, uniting landowners, scientists and farmers to drive environmental innovation and protect chalk streams.
Studland Bay under the spotlight as public talk set to be held in Dorset town
Open talk in Wimborne explores Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone. Join U3A event on 20 March to discuss marine protection, policy, and local impact.
Book campaign to promote children's mental health gains local business support
Local businesses back Happily Reading mental health book initiative, supporting local schools and nurseries for Children’s Mental Health Week 2026.
Inspector who spearheaded work protecting women and girls receives Police Award
Dorset Police Inspector Nicki Chalstrey wins Federation Chair’s Award 2026 for leadership, staff wellbeing, women’s safety, and tackling knife crime in Dorset.
Town criers take to the streets to shout about boosting fruit and veg intake
Town criers join Innocent Drinks and Big Zuu to urge Brits to eat more fruit and veg as research shows only 17% meet five-a-day targets. Breakfast health drive.
Poole heritage society honoured with Community Impact Initiative Award
The Society for Poole wins Community Impact Initiative of the Year at the 2025/26 International Awards for preserving Poole’s heritage and community events.
National provider partners with BCP Council to open new SEND centre in Dorset
New SEND centre opens in Christchurch, Dorset, offering early years support for SEND children. Run by Dingley’s Promise and BCP Council.
Formula 1
Who are the reserve drivers for each F1 team in 2026?
Teams need to be prepared to adapt to every scenario, including the possibility that one of their main drivers could fall ill or sustain an injury that rules them out of a race weekend. With every result proving crucial, their roster of reserve drivers must be ready to step in at the last second, so who has each team trusted that responsibility to?
Mario Isola to leave Head of Motorsport role at Pirelli
Pirelli have announced that Mario Isola will leave his role as Head of Motorsport at Pirelli, with Dario Marrafuschi confirmed as the Italian’s replacement.
Perez and Albon offer Hadjar advice on second Red Bull seat
Former Red Bull drivers Sergio Perez and Alex Albon have given advice to Isack Hadjar as he prepares to step into the second Red Bull seat, encouraging him to make the most of the “massive opportunity”.
Windows Central
Ex-Microsoft gaming VP isn't worried new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma doesn't have a gaming background — "I think that’s going to be okay ... that can work fine."
Ed Fries, Microsoft's former game publishing VP, says it's okay that the new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma doesn't have gaming experience. Here's why.
Dell’s stunning new XPS 14 and XPS 16 just got their first big discounts — save $250 on these early contenders for best laptops of the year
The new XPS 14 and XPS 16 just dropped by $250, giving you launch‑day hardware without the usual launch‑day premium price.
Dev of one of EA's biggest new games is laying off workers and "transforming as a studio" — "we’re committed to supporting them through this transition"
Months after the launch of EA's skate., its development team is laying workers off as it goes through the process of "transforming as a studio."
The Resident Evil Requiem release date and launch times are imminent — here's when you can play, and when it comes out in your region
Capcom's latest horror title Resident Evil Requiem is upon us. Here's everything you need to know about its release date, launch times, and more.
The February Xbox update quietly unlocks a big win for older consoles, brings ROG Ally upgrades, and much more
The February Xbox Update introduces 1440p cloud streaming on Xbox consoles, new controller navigation sounds in the Xbox PC app, improved storage and shader features for Xbox Ally, and more.
Resident Evil Requiem reviews and Metacritic scores are in — does Capcom's latest entry in the beloved horror series live up to the hype?
Capcom's latest Resident Evil installment, Resident Evil Requiem, is finally upon us. But does it live up to the hype? Here's what reviewers think.
Lead an undead horde in 'Countless Army' — a reverse tower defense game now on Xbox
Countless Army, the indie gem from Dos Estrellas has finally launched on Xbox and it is inviting players to tackle the other side of the tower defense genre. Send hordes of undead minions to topple towers and don’t let puny defenses stop you on your path to victory.
Steam Deck just turned 4 years old, and I can't believe how bleak the future looks for Valve — will SteamOS ever rival Windows?
Valve's Steam Deck handheld is facing shortages triggered by a component crisis, leaving its upcoming Steam Machine PC in an ominous position on pricing.
Microsoft replaced Designer in Teams with Copilot — because apparently Copilot needs every job
Microsoft is retiring the Teams Designer bot and banners, consolidating creative features under Copilot for a unified AI experience.
Dell’s 14-inch Premium laptop is $820 off, and it’s a better value than the new XPS 14
The Dell 14 Premium is $820 off, offering 32GB of RAM and a 3.2K OLED display. It's an XPS 14 in everything but name and a better value than the newer base models.
Firefox gets "modern AI browser" features, but don't worry — Mozilla knows you'll hate it and already added an AI killswitch button
Firefox version 148 adds an AI "killswitch" to remove artificial intelligence implementations from affecting your browsing experience.
Three years later, and Turtle Beach's gaming headset still provides heavenly audio — and Best Buy just solved the price problem
Best Buy is offering gamers a chance to own one of the greatest gaming headsets we've ever covered, the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro, with a generous 24% discount.
Are exclusives back? Windows Central readers react to the new Xbox CEO's strategy — "It might just be too late"
Windows Central readers are divided over Asha Sharma’s “return to Xbox” comments, with debate centered on exclusives, multiplatform strategy, and the future of Xbox hardware. While some want a renewed focus on console-only titles, others believe it may be too late to reverse course.
Xbox's new CEO just met with a legendarily familiar face — could it mean anything for the future of Xbox, or is it just a fun cameo?
In the face of all the turmoil, Asha Sharma recently met with none other than Larry Hryb, aka Major Nelson.
Our favorite Microsoft Surface Pro and Laptop get a rare UK-only discount starting at £599 — distracting us from the weather
Amazon has revealed UK-only discounts on multiple configurations for the Microsoft Surface 7 and Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch laptops, and we've rounded up all the best deals in one place.
Laffgaff
Which DC superhero possesses the Lasso of Truth and comes from Themyscira?
Wonder Woman.
Dental Extraction
What did the judge say to the dentist when he went for an extraction? I want you to remove the tooth, the whole tooth and nothing but the tooth.
Itsfoss
ONLYOFFICE Docs 9.3 Brings PDF Editor Upgrades With New Signing and Editing Tools
You get a range of improvements across the other editors too.
FOSS Weekly #26.09: Linux Mint Shortcuts, OpenClaw Alternatives, Ladybird's Rust Move, Super Productivity and More
What One Year of AI Has Already Changed
AI Can Now Easily Unmask Your Secret Online Life (Even If You Use a Fake Name)
New study shows smart chatbots can figure out who you really are from just a few posts... and it only costs a couple of dollars.
CoreCollective is a New Consortium Bringing the Arm Software Ecosystem Under One Roof
The likes of AMD, Canonical, Google, Huawei, Qualcomm, Red Hat, and others are on board.