The News - Friday, 28 August 2026

BBC News

Extra 200 police drafted in to aid force investigating wrong-way crash and fire deaths

Cleveland Police confirms it has support from six local forces and the National Crime Agency.

Clean-up of illegal waste supersite costs taxpayers £6m

The bill for clearing the dump in Oxfordshire has been covered by taxpayers.

NHS bosses warn of chaos in ADHD and autism care

Costs are spiralling out of control as unregulated private providers capitalise on demand, say managers.

Trump signs order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America

Trump's order comes after the trade talks between the US and Canada collapsed late last week.

What we know after the big Grand Theft Auto 6 preview

The official look at the blockbuster video game leaves fans and critics impressed.

Greens call for temporary ban on new data centres

Zack Polanski wants stricter rules to limit the use of water and energy by data centres for AI.

Trump administration illegally retaliated against Anthropic, judge rules

The AI startup has been at loggerheads with the Pentagon over the use of AI by the US military.

Rape and sex offence specialists on all police forces by 2027, PM says

The plans for forces in England and Wales had been scheduled to be rolled out by summer 2029, but have been brought forward.

Former British-Israeli Hamas hostage married in Tel Aviv

Emily Damari married partner Dami Amit in a ceremony held in Tel Aviv on Thursday.

Hypermobility - the little-known 'bendy disease' that causes pain and fatigue

The disorder may affect hundreds of thousands in the UK, but many face delays in getting a diagnosis.

Allan Little: I met dangerously fanatical Mladić early in Bosnian war

BBC special correspondent Allan Little met the "Butcher of Bosnia" in the early months of the Bosnian war.

Jacob Elordi on why The Dog Stars had him asking 'What am I missing' in life?

Sir Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic epic explores the feeling of hope in a pandemic-riddled world.

I was spending £700 a month: How I beat my late-night shopping addiction

Younger generations are thought to be more susceptible to impulse spending. The BBC looks at ways to get it under control.

The Papers: 'Town gripped by fear' and 'Nepal death toll climbs'

Several papers focus on the violence unfolding in Middlesbrough, described by the Mirror as a town "under seige".

Weekly quiz: Who is taking over as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter series?

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

Rohingya refugees face fierce new wave of hostility in Malaysia

A community that has long felt beleagured is looking over its shoulder again.

'Cowboy builders' targeted in new government clampdown

A database of trusted tradespeople and a system to protect customers' money is being launched by the government next month.

Tate brothers blast US jail conditions as they seek bail in UK extradition fight

Andrew and Tristan Tate's legal team argued in a Miami court that the two were not a flight risk.

Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley attacks Burnham's 'populist' High Street plans

In a letter, the entrepreneur accuses the prime minister of "jumping on 'everyday fixes' or bandwagons" with his latest cost of living and retail policies.

Blake Lively awarded $400,000 of $8m she claimed for legal fees in Baldoni battle

A judge awards less than Lively requested to cover her legal fees to fight a defamation case he filed.

Norwegians lay flowers at palace as King Harald's condition worsens

The 89-year-old's condition is described as "extremely serious" and members of his family have visited him in hospital.

What we know about the 33 British nationals missing in Nepal

Among those reported missing after deadly floods are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.

BBC tracks one week of Israeli settler violence in occupied West Bank

The BBC's Lucy Williamson reports on settler attacks on Palestinians, which have been observed over the last week alone.

Disorder at balloon release for man who died in A66 car crash 'put lives at risk', MP says

Police now say they are not currently linking a deadly crash on the A66 to a fatal house fire.

Paul Heaton scores first number one album as Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 finally reaches top 40

Heaton's Jenius! tops the album chart, while Parton's US hit 9 to 5 reaches the UK top 40 at last.

Four plead guilty to arson attack on Jewish community ambulances

Four vehicles run by a charity were set alight in Golders Green, north-west London, causing explosions in March.

Six people injured after sign falls at Christian festival

Emergency services were called to reports of people in need of medical attention at Wiston Park.

Watch: Stargazers around the world glimpse 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse

Some parts of the globe had a chance to see the rare event when the Sun, Earth and Moon line up in the night sky.

Violence breaks out in Ceuta as migrant crisis continues

A group of migrants is accused of throwing stones at a military vehicle, while some locals set fire to their camps on the beach.

Hundreds of migrants enter UK after 10-day lull

Nearly 500 people crossed the Channel in seven boats on Thursday - the first since 17 August.

Watch: Why rescuers fear new barrier lake could cause another Nepal-Tibet flood

Laura Bicker explains how a lake which formed after the recent landslide near the Nepal-Tibet border is raising fears of a second flood.

This Indian pilgrim was about to enter Tibet for her dream tour - then her WhatsApp messages stopped

Her family is among hundreds anxiously waiting for news after the deadly flash floods.

Blocked roads and devastation as BBC drives to site of Nepal floods

South Asia correspondent Azadeh Moshiri reports as she travels from Kathmandu to Trishuli, passing ambulances and hearses on the way.

Nepal army rescues survivors from hydropower tunnel

Officials say more than 100 people were thought to have been trapped in the tunnel in Rasuwa.

Watch: Tracing the deadly path of the Nepal-Tibet flash flood

BBC Verify traces the path of the destructive Nepal-Tibet flash flood using verified video.

Reading and Leeds Festival unveils major overhaul - can it shake its under-18 image?

BBC Newsbeat has spoken with festival-goers to see whether they feel the changes will attract a wider demographic.

Norway's King Haakon begins reign after turbulent year

Haakon becomes the king at a turbulent time for Norway's monarchy.

What we know after the big Grand Theft Auto 6 preview

The official look at the blockbuster video game leaves fans and critics impressed.

World's youngest reigning traditional monarch dies aged 34

King Oyo ascended to the throne of Uganda's Tooro kingdom when he was just three years old.

NHS bosses warn of chaos in ADHD and autism care

Costs are spiralling out of control as unregulated private providers capitalise on demand, say managers.

Oslo mayor calls off wedding ceremony after death of Norway's king

Anne Lindboe, the mayor of Norway's capital, had planned to marry her fiance on Friday.

UK soldiers could get paragliders to drop behind enemy lines

The Ministry of Defence is set to trial a UK-made system to allow troops to mount covert operations without aircraft.

Serial rapist police officer passed vetting despite warnings, BBC reveals

Alan Greer was investigated by police in 2002 and 2005 for making inappropriate phone calls to women, with one case resulting in a formal police caution.

Celebrity Hunted showed I can achieve anything after cancer, Amy Dowden says

The Strictly Come Dancing star appeared on the latest series of the Channel 4 challenge show.

Artist defends 'unfinished' Ronnie O'Sullivan mural

The mural on a snooker club wall has gone viral - but artist says "touch-ups" are still needed.

Bournemouth Echo

Cherries to find out Europa League opponents today - Daily Echo will be at every game

The Cherries will discover their opponents for the Europa League this season today, and the Daily Echo will be travelling across the continent to bring fans coverage of a historic campaign for the club.

The explosive day Top Gear declared war on Dorset’s quiet coastal reputation

Discover the chaotic true story of the day Top Gear came to Dorset, blowing up a modified Fiat on the Upton Bypass and sparking a bitter row.

Lash artist recognised in national beauty awards top 50

A lash artist has been named among the best in the country after placing in the Top 50 at a national awards ceremony.

'It's a nightmare' - resident and Airbnb owner butt heads over 'ongoing dispute'

A “nightmare” Airbnb is making life “stressful” for Poole residents after alleged drug use, noise and illegal parking plagued their neighbourhood.

Pensioner caught soliciting prostitution - In the Dock

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Opposition councillors criticise BCP Council's £27MILLION overspend

Opposition councillors have critiqued BCP Council’s projected £27 million overspend.

New owners of Royal Arcade visit Bournemouth to make things 'bigger and better'

NEW owners of Royal Arcade visit Bournemouth to make things "Bigger and better".

'Obsessive' samurai sword murder believed to be held in Dorset category C prison

A killer jailed for life for murdering a lorry driver in a “cold blooded execution” is being held in a category C prison in Dorset, the Echo understands.

High value jewellery and documents stolen during break-in

Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following a burglary at an address in Dorset.

Artist extends Dorset exhibition after ‘incredible’ week

A self-taught artist is extending her landscape exhibition following overwhelming public support.

Bike shop shuts suddenly and social media deleted

Mystery surrounds the apparent sudden closure of a popular bike shop in Bournemouth.

Date set for end of 40mph speed limit on A31 - but overnight closures to come

A date has been set for when the speed limit on part of the A31 will be lifted following the New Forest wildfire.

More than 5,000 visitors and 750 cars attend major motoring event in Wimborne

Canford Classic & Supercar Sunday, held at Canford School near Wimborne, welcomed more than 5,000 visitors and 750 cars, making it the biggest event to date.

New Milton school named among UK's best value private schools by The Telegraph

Ballard School, based in New Milton, received a 'Very Good' rating in The Telegraph's Best Value Private Schools guide

Bournemouth churchyard once plagued by anti-social behaviour transformed

St Peter's Churchyard in Bournemouth has undergone a remarkable transformation, turning from an overgrown area to a peaceful place for the community.

Two teenagers arrested after officer 'assaulted' during e-bike incident in Ringwood

Two teenagers were arrested on Thursday night after an electric bike was reported to be driven dangerously in Ringwood.

Man in wearing face mask seen 'acting suspiciously' before Bournemouth burglary

A man in a blue disposable face mask was seen acting suspiciously before a Bournemouth home was burgled.

Woman arrested after rush hour crash

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of driving offences following a rush hour crash.

Man threatened to kill doctor before damaging MP office and job centre in 'rampage'

A man has been jailed after he threatened to kill his GP before going on a 'rampage' through Poole, smashing cars, windows and causing thousands of pounds worth of damage.

Burglar jailed for 27 months after stealing PlayStation 5 from home

A burglar who broke into a home in Poole while the occupants slept has been jailed for 27 months.

Bournemouth firework display cancelled at last minute due to high winds

Bournemouth’s firework display has been cancelled at the last minute due to high winds

Costa Coffee apply to put tables outside store in Bournemouth town centre

Costa Coffee has applied for permission to place tables outside a store in Bournemouth

Four-day road closure planned for Christchurch bypass next month

A four-day road closure is planned for a major road in Christchurch next month to facilitate highway maintenance works.

A31 blocked following reports of a crash

The A31 is blocked westbound with heavy traffic following reports of a crash

Daily Echo journalist retires after nearly 50 years in the profession

Highly regarded Daily Echo journalist Chris Yandell is retiring after nearly 50 years in the profession.

Grounded yacht hits mooring buoy and sparks Mayday call in Poole

A grounded yacht sparked a Mayday call and lifeboat launch after hitting a mooring buoy.

New parkrun launches at Dorset airfield

A new parkrun in Dorset saw more than 300 runners turn for the inaugural Compton Abbas parkrun

Shocking figures reveal scale of animal beatings in Dorset which are on the rise

Animal beatings are on the rise in Dorset, with more than 200 reports made to the RSPCA last year, shocking new figures reveal.

Former footballer's devastation at crumbling water pipe 'ticking timebomb'

Former Southampton and Norway footballer Jo Tessem is embroiled in a long-running dispute over a deteriorating water pipe beneath his New Forest home

A31 drivers warned over ‘rubbernecking’ at New Forest fire damage

Motorists have been warned against "rubbernecking" at the damage caused by the recent New Forest wildfire after a motorist reported seeing a driver brake sharply on the A31.

Next of kin appeal issued by Coroner for Dorset for 56-year-old woman from Poole

A next of kin appeal has been issued by the Coroner for Dorset for 56-year-old Katia Ciullierrier, who died at her home in Poole

Bournemouth restaurant wants to sell alcohol until 2am from Tuesday to Sunday

Rango, Poole Hill, Bournemouth, seeks a new alcohol licence until 2am with live music and late-night refreshment. Submit views to BCP Council by 7 Sept 2026.

What's on in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cinemas this weekend

This weekend sees the release of a new film from director Sir Ridley Scott, a rom-com, and a British gangster film, alongside other films across BCP cinemas.

New performing arts academy to open its doors in Bournemouth next month

The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA) will officially open in Bournemouth with an open day on Saturday, September 19.

Two new homes among the latest planning applications submitted in the BCP area

Here are the latest planning applications submitted to BCP Council for towns within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area

Bournemouth pair to cycle from London to Paris in aid of Action Medical Research

Roger Wareham and Eloise Ward from Saffery’s Bournemouth office will take part in Möntare 2026, a three-day ride supporting Action Medical Research.

Opera stars entertain residents at Poole dementia residential care home

The Aldbury, a dedicated dementia care home in Poole, hosted the performance after resident Diane Milman wished for an operatic concert for her 89th birthday

Residents encouraged to be Forest Guardians to protect New Forest from litter

New Forest District Council (NFDC) is encouraging residents and visitors to support the Look Out For Our Forest (#LOFOF) project

New towing boat put to work as Beaulieu River barge gets a makeover

Pickle has been introduced on the Beaulieu River to support the boatyard team with transporting customer vessels to and from the marina.

Save £5 at Hobbycraft when you spend £30 in store, online and on the app

Hobbycraft has announced an exclusive, limited-time Club promotion giving customers £5 off in-store, online and app purchases when spending £30 or more

West End star announces 20-year anniversary tour visiting Ringwood next year

Lee Mead, known for his role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, will be performing at The Barn on Friday, November 5, 2027.

Wine expert Oz Clarke leads singing cyclists in four-day charity bike challenge

Wine expert and TV celebrity Oz Clarke to lead a group of singing cyclists from charity Armonico Consort in a bike challenge along Jurassic Coast

Bournemouth William Temple Association unveils new programme of public talks

The Bournemouth William Temple Association is inviting Christian men and women of all denominations to join its monthly talks, now in its 65th season

Bournemouth Town Pastors column: Call for more volunteers

Each weekend, we as the Bournemouth Town Pastors head into the town centre to help people who may be lost, unwell, upset or vulnerable after a night out.

Bridget Jones meets Fleabag as Poole mum turns heartbreak into debut novel

A mum-of-two has turned her experiences of grief, addiction, and heartbreak into a successful novel.

New group exhibition showcasing the work of six local artists opens in Poole

Drax Studio in Canford Cliffs is hosting the exhibition, titled Poole Artists until September 12.

Ringwood Town Council pledges to uphold high standards of conduct and respect

Ringwood Town Council signed the Civility and Respect Pledge, an initiative backed by National Association of Local Councils and Society of Local Council Clerks

Parasite from abroad with 'very unpleasant' symptoms sees cases rise in England

A rise in giardiasis cases has been reported in England and those travelling from abroad can bring it back to the UK - symptoms and how to avoid contracting it.

How to get Amazon goods half price as popular deals return from September 1

Amazon's Second Chance Deal Days returns from September 1, with thousands of returned, used and refurbished products discounted.

Formula 1

Why Aston Martin is bringing house music to F1 fans

Aston Martin are taking house music for a spin in their new partnership with British record label Defected.

How Antonelli's penalty will affect Italian GP markets

The Driver’s Championship leader will take a grid penalty, with F1 bettors trying to predict how he will react at Monza.

10 unexpected careers F1 drivers pursued away from the track

Running airlines and farms to entering politics and producing music, these former F1 drivers found some unexpected ways to keep busy away from the track.

7 times a stellar performance helped a driver bounce back

Yuki Tsunoda seized the opportunity to put his name back on the radar with his stand-in performance for Racing Bulls in Zandvoort, following in the footsteps of other drivers who have bounced back from disappointment.

Tsolov completes first F1 test with Racing Bulls

F2 racer Nikola Tsolov has gotten behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car for the first time as part of a Testing of Previous Cars programme with Racing Bulls.

'What impressed me most about Lawson & Tsunoda in Zandvoort'

Former IndyCar winner and F1 TV analyst James Hinchcliffe takes a close look at the performances of Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda in the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort.

Windows Central

Microsoft finalizes Windows 11 version 26H2 for general availability: Next version of Windows 11 enters final preview phase before rollout begins

Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 version 26H2 is now available to test in the Windows Insider Release Preview Channel, which means general availability is imminent.

Your phone may soon be able to shut down or restart your PC with just a couple of taps

Hidden code hints that Link to Windows will soon let Android users remotely shut down or restart their PCs or put their PCs to sleep.

$5.4 billion Microsoft data center vs 41,000 petitioners — "Stopping this project is one of the most significant steps we could take"

Over 41,000 people have signed a petition opposing Microsoft's planned $5.4 billion hyperscale data center in Leeds, England.

Diablo's biggest rival has convinced me to give it a second chance when it leaves early access later this year on Xbox, thanks to its amazing new class

GGG has shown off new gameplay footage of Path of Exile 2's upcoming Duelist class and Sword weapon type, and they look so unbelievably cool that it's enticed me to finally play the game when it leaves early access on December 11, 2026, for Xbox and PC.

Laffgaff

Where in the human body are the adrenal glands located?

The kidneys.

Beekeeper Vacations

Where do beekeepers stay on vacation? At an Air Bee & Bee.

Itsfoss

You Can Now Run Multiple Linux Kernels on One Machine at Once

Multikernel has had its first public release, and it boots each kernel directly on the hardware, not inside a virtual machine.

LibreOffice 26.8 Doubles Down on No AI, Right After Collabora Welcomed It

TDF is not interested in providing any AI features, sticking to the basics of an open source office suite.

Content Creators Will Love This FOSS Android App

Image Toolbox will draw you in with its export presets tailored for Instagram, X, YouTube, and more.