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Trump may release US-Iran deal before Friday, Vance says
The US vice-president says the agreement is "about a page and a half" and "very general", meaning many details will be worked out later.
Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal
A government spokesman tells the BBC that the current offer "does not do enough to protect consumers or the environment".
Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says country's watchdog
The claims also prompted a response from UK media regulator Ofcom, who called them "deeply concerning".
Iranian-Americans protest against Iran team at World Cup
The BBC’s Shaimaa Khalil was outside the Iran v New Zealand opening round match as protesters called for an end to Tehran’s clerical regime.
What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates
Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility?
Labour risks handing power to Reform without drastic change, says union leader
Andrea Egan tellls the BBC that Labour haven't delivered and her election demonstrated that members were desperate to have their voices heard.
Witnessing joy amid the death: BBC travels to epicentre of Ebola outbreak
There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170.
Eight people dead after US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California
The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has been used by the US military since the 1950s.
Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged
An Indian national is charged with contravening sanctions after the tanker was detained.
'Greatest feeling ever': Cape Verdeans tell BBC of joy at Spain draw
The streets of the capital, Praia, shook with wild celebrations as the small island nation held Spain to a shock 0-0 draw.
Woman left traumatised by swinging says website 'facilitated abuse'
She wants to warn others after her husband pressured her into sex she did not want, she says.
What did Trump do differently to Obama on Iran?
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the contrasting approaches of the two presidents as Trump touts a new peace deal.
Williamson: Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.
No, there’s no plot to make you allergic to meat
Viral conspiracy posts claim there is a secret effort to spread ticks on US farms to trigger an allergy to red meat.
'Social media firms hit back' and 'Arson attack on Starmer linked to Russia'
Several of the papers are leading on Sir Keir's plan to ban social media for under-16s in the UK, which was announced on Monday.
Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.
SpaceX IPO raised $10bn more than thought
The company's listing raised $87.5bn, compared with the $75bn it was initially thought.
California's Gavin Newsom alleges justice department is investigating his wife and ex-staff
A source familiar with the investigations said they had been ongoing for "roughly a year'".
Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension
The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models.
Japan raises interest rate to highest since 1995
The Bank of Japan has been raising rates from near-zero since 2024.
Under-16s to be banned from TikTok, YouTube and other social media by next spring, Starmer says
Sites including Instagram, YouTube and TikTok will become inaccessible for millions of children, the prime minister has announced.
Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted baby
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.
Henry Nowak killer's sentence referred to Court of Appeal under unduly lenient scheme
The sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of the murder of Henry Nowak, has been referred to the Court of Appeal.
Bournemouth Echo
PICTURES - New seats installed as work well underway on Vitality Stadium expansion
Work is well underway on the Vitality Stadium expansion and the ground is a hive of construction activity.
Ancient mystery and Jedi Knights in sleepy New Forest village
Quirky nostalgia of Pennington in the New Forest, from its 18th-century sea salt empire to the 19 Jedi Knights of today.
Bournemouth MP calls for a national monument honouring Sir David Attenborough
Tom Hayes MP urges Government to honour Sir David Attenborough with a national monument, recognising his environmental legacy and impact on UK conservation.
Dorset MP joins first ever Pride celebration event in Wimborne
Wimborne hosted its first ever Pride event at Wimborne Folk Festival, marking a moment of celebration for the LGBTQ+ community with Vikki Slade MP attending
Dorset predicted to be one of the oldest ageing regions by 2036
New analysis from Opera Beds shows the Dorset is likely to see 36.9% of its residents aged 65 and over by 2036, the fourth oldest region in the UK.
Railway launches £25,000 appeal to help fund conversion of two carriages
Swanage Railway has launched a £25,000 public appeal to help convert two former British Railways Mark One carriages into fully accessible coaches.
Families to enjoy free Bournemouth Pier access and discounts this summer
Adventure Attractions is offering free access to Bournemouth Pier and a 25 per cent discount on its RockReef and PieirZip adventure experiences.
Puddletown, Shitterton and Melbury Bubb, Dorset's most mispronounced places
Visitors heading to the various pockets of Dorset are once again being caught out by quirky place names that are not always pronounced as they appear.
Mr England beauty pageant finalist from Wareham becomes WWE wrestler
A Mr England finalist has swapped beauty pageants for the squared circle after becoming a superstar WWE wrestler.
National Express invites passengers to nominate their Coach Heroes
National Express has launched the Coach Heroes initiative, inviting passengers to nominate members who have "gone above and beyond" during their journey.
Britain's favourite choirmaster to perform in Bournemouth as part of UK tour
Renowned choirmaster Gareth Malone OBE will perform at Bournemouth Pavilion on November 12 as part of his Sing-A-Long-A-Gareth: At The Movies UK tour.
MP presses UK Government to prioritise closing asylum hotels in Bournemouth
A Dorset MP recently met with Home Office minister for border security and asylum, Alex Norris to press the case for Bournemouth to be prioritised in the ending the use of asylum hotels by 2029.
Support in Dorset is helping people with lung conditions breathe easier
NHS teams in Dorset are shining a spotlight on free pulmonary rehabilitation courses, designed to help people with long‑term lung conditions breathe easier.
Bournemouth charity honours two local volunteers with awards
BCP charity WithYou presented Peter Lee-Overy and Debbie Millward with volunteer awards for going above and beyond supporting people struggling with drugs and alcohol.
£60,000 funding boost now available for grassroots community groups in Dorset
Offered by Dorset Community Foundation (DCF), the Neighbourhood Fund is open for applications until July 2 and is aimed at groups with an income under £250,000.
'Scumbag' dad jailed after six-year onslaught of abuse and control of partner
An “insecure” man who repeatedly beat the mother of his children and controlled her life over a period of six years has been jailed for more than half a decade.
New report names most and least expensive coastal locations across England
Sandbanks has been named the priciest coastal location in England.
Parking prices soar as Bournemouth Airport named second most expensive in UK
New figures show that a week of parking at Bournemouth Airport now costs more than return flights to Spain and places second in the list of most expensive airports for parking across the UK.
Christchurch man walking more than 700km to raise money for hospice care
Eric McNeil from Christchurch is walking more than 700km for Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, a Dorset charity supporting people with life-limiting illnesses.
Rare collection of ceramics to go under the hammer in Dorset this month
Two wally birds, and a small group of vases made by the Martin Brothers, are estimated to sell for £40,000 at Charterhouse's auction on June 25.
Suspended sentence for Bournemouth man who strangled woman - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Children's hospice charity launches new short film for Children's Hospice Week
Julia’s House children’s hospice in Dorset launches film for Children’s Hospice Week to highlight family support, funding challenges, and vital care.
Countdown as more than 100 classic and vintage motorcycles to go to auction
The countdown to a major vintage motorcycle sale is on, with nearly 150 classic bikes set to go under auction in the coming days.
Four travel agents shortlisted for industry's most prestigious travel awards
Four travel agents, from The JLT Group, are in the running for honours at the Travel Weekly Travel Agent Awards and the TTG Media Awards.
Dorset's disability charity offering crafting fun in Christchurch and Poole
Dorset charity Diverse Abilities has launched a programme of craft workshops, offering creative activities in Christchurch and Poole.
Dorset Police celebrates outstanding commitment of neighbourhood policing teams
Dorset Police is recognising its dedicated neighbourhood teams for their ongoing commitment as part of Neighbourhood Policing Week of Action 2026.
Community Bournemouth pharmacy changes ownership after 22 years
A busy community pharmacy in Bournemouth has now been sold to a new owner after more than two decades under the same management.
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra brings community together at Poole care home
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra brought music and community together at Care South's Marjorie House care home in Poole with an event.
Charity volunteers celebrated at special wellness event in Christchurch
Family-run Bridge Health & Wellbeing in Christchurch, Dorset, hosted volunteers from charity Chill Dorset for a free Wellness evening.
Past meets future as AUB students transform Dorset school's new sixth form hub
New series of installations at Wimborne's Canford School, celebrating a collaboration between Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) students and the school.
Residents invited to enjoy some of Poole’s best scenic views at free event
Platinum Skies Vista in Poole, located on Mount Road, will host a free discovery day on Thursday, June 18 from 10am to 4pm.
Under-16s social media ban 'a major step' taken to protect children
A major step has been taken to protect children in the digital world.
Vets urge dog owners to consider ‘couch potato’ days as temperatures rise
Stokewood Vets in Bournemouth has issued advice on keeping animals safe as temperatures begin to rise.
Next of kin appeal for 74-year-old woman who died at home in Poole
Dorset Coroner issues next of kin appeal for Linda Holley, 74, of Poole, who died on Glencoe Road. Anyone with information, please contact 01202 123900.
Call for singers and musicians to join community theatre project
Singers and musicians are being invited to join a community theatre project in Wimborne.
Camp Bestival founder says Dorset is the perfect place for festival
The sun is shining and the day is full of summer promise when I interview Camp Bestival founder, Rob da Bank.
UK pizza restaurant chain launches grassroots kit sponsorship competition
Fireaway, the UK’s fastest-growing pizza franchise, has launched its Champions of the Future kit sponsorship competition, open to grassroots teams across the UK
Windows Central
Head of Xbox's Call of Duty studio Treyarch retires after 22 years — here's who's stepping up to fill the role
After 22 years working at the Call of Duty developer Treyarch, its studio head Mark Gordon has left his position and Microsoft and Xbox.
Xbox studios Double Fine, Ninja Theory, and others "at risk of being shuttered" according to new report — "active negotiations" for independence are ongoing
Microsoft and Xbox may soon close several of its game studios as part of a planned reorganization of the brand's business, according to a new report.
I dug through the Windows 11 Insider builds for June 2026 and found 7 features worth paying attention to
Windows 11 Insider builds add Screen Tint, Low Latency Profile, quieter Widgets, smarter Search, File Explorer fixes, and fewer restarts.
"We’re helping brands become part of those moments": EA just made an entirely new division for putting ads in its games, and they're already here
Electronic Arts has opened a new Advertising division that will enable "brands to integrate directly into gameplay" with in-game ads.
Microsoft and Xbox may close South of Midnight developer Compulsion Games — it was just hiring for a "fascinating, intriguing, brand new IP" [UPDATED]
As Microsoft and Xbox prepare for a huge business reset, it reportedly has plans to shut down South of Midnight developer Compulsion Games.
Microsoft is gearing up to let you spread the cost of Xbox purchases — partnering with Klarna and PayPal
Microsoft is exploring ways to help Xbox customers manage the cost of living crisis, adding the ability to split costs in over weeks or even monthly instalment payments "interest free."
Capcom is removing paid DLC and making its content earnable — and it’s a move worth copying
Capcom is removing several controversial microtransactions from Dragon's Dogma 2, in preparation for its updates and DLC expansion. I've never seen a company do this before, and it gives me hope that companies are realizing people don't like microtransactions and will stop charging for them.
Want an early access code to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta? The upcoming Call of Duty Endowment Bowl is your chance to score — Here's when and how to watch
Call of Duty Endowment, a nonprofit founded in 2009 to assist military veterans in finding high-quality civilian careers after service, is celebrating its 7th annual C.O.D.E. Bowl, presented by USAA, during NASCAR's San Diego Race Weekend on June 20.