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Hillary Clinton tells House panel she 'had no idea' of Epstein's crimes
The ex-secretary of state called for President Trump to be questioned under oath about his past association with the sex offender.
How Ghislaine Maxwell brought Bill Clinton into Epstein's orbit
Documents in the Epstein files reveal how Maxwell nurtured the connection between the two men after Clinton left the White House.
Taking collagen keeps skin more elastic but won't stop wrinkles, say scientists
The new review brings together the strongest evidence to date on collagen supplementation, say experts.
Jack Dorsey's Block cuts thousands of jobs as it embraces AI
The Twitter co-founder says he believes the majority of firms will make similar changes "within the next year."
Instagram investigating AI profiles 'fetishising' disabled people
Accounts pretending to have conditions like Down's Syndrome have amassed thousands of followers
American citizen among those killed in Cuba boat shooting, US official says
Cuba has accused those on board of planning "an infiltration with terrorist aims” and firing first.
Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros, clearing way for Paramount takeover
Netflix's decision to back down from the bidding war clears the path for Paramount to win the takeover battle.
MoD launches review into whether Epstein used RAF bases
Records and emails will be reviewed to determine whether the convicted sex offender used military bases when visiting the UK.
No 10 will have no say on which Mandelson papers are released
A committee of MPs and peers says the government has confirmed it will not overrule any decision to disclose files.
Weekly quiz: How did this baby monkey break the internet's heart?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Pokémon at 30: Fans explain what the series means to them
The massively popular series shows no signs of slowing down as it gears up to celebrate its launch.
The Papers: 'Invisible welfare state' and 'Huntley fights for life'
The impact of youth unemployment and Ian Huntley being attacked in prison lead some of the papers.
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.
Struggling to get your first job? Here are five tips to get you started
Whether it's a Saturday job or your first full-time role, here are some expert tips to help you get on the career ladder.
Miliband says climate impact of data centres is uncertain
The admission comes after MPs said they were concerned about emissions from a boom in data centres.
China removes nine military officials ahead of key political meeting
No official reason for the removal was given, but it comes ahead of the country's key Two Sessions meeting.
Remains found in Tasmania most likely belong to missing Belgian backpacker
Celine Cremer, 31, disappeared after going on a hike in a rainforest in June 2023.
Anthropic boss rejects Pentagon demand to drop AI safeguards
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth previously threatened to remove the firm from the department's supply chain.
'I stopped engaging' due to Instagram, YouTube, woman tells landmark trial
The young woman, who accuses Meta and Google of making addictive social media platforms, has been speaking in court.
Catherine stresses importance of mothers' mental health during rainy Wales visit
The Prince and Princess of Wales arrive to cheers from crowds that had gathered outside despite the rain
Henry Zeffman: Green victory shows insurgent parties are here to stay
The party's historic win in Gorton and Denton by-election is clearest sign yet of changing political landscape.
Soham killer Huntley still in hospital after attack using makeshift weapon
Huntley, who is serving a life sentence for murdering two schoolgirls, has significant head trauma, the BBC understands.
Private schools lose legal challenge over VAT changes
A group of low-fee paying private schools have challenged the government's removal of the VAT exemption.
'We were bullied for years before our son was killed'
The parents of 14-year-old Ibrahima Seck say they were being harassed and bullied for years.
Cruz Beckham launches music career, having fun amid family drama
Can David and Victoria's youngest son escape the "nepo baby" label and find success with his band?
UK withdraws Tehran embassy staff as concern grows over threat of US strikes
The US embassy in Israel has also told some non-emergency staff they can leave the country if they wish.
Palestine Action arrest as Churchill statue defaced
The Westminster statue of the former prime minister is vandalised with slogans daubed in red paint.
Tram derails in Milan, leaving one dead and dozens injured
The crowded tram was travelling in the centre of Milan at rush hour when it appeared to crash into the side of a building.
Ghosts TV sitcom to be brought back to life as a feature film
Ghosts: The Possession of Button House will see the return of the show's writers, creators and stars.
Reform UK reports by-election 'family voting' concerns to police
It comes after election observers raised concerns about "extremely high" levels of family voting.
From plumber to Parliament, who is the Green Party's new MP?
Spencer marked her victory by apologising to customers for potentially having to cancel work due to her Westminster move.
Sir John Curtice: The future of British politics is more uncertain than ever
Not only did Hannah Spencer become the first Green to win a by-election, she won it well.
Starmer says he will fight on after by-election defeat to Greens
The result - in a seat Labour has held for nearly 100 years - has renewed criticism of Sir Keir's leadership from Labour MPs.
Watch: How Green Party victory unfolded
Labour, which took the Greater Manchester seat with more than 50% of the vote in 2024, was pushed into third place.
Six planets to be visible at same time in celestial 'parade' - here's how to see them
Six planets - Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune - will all be visible in the night sky.
The crimes that made Soham killer Ian Huntley a target in prison
Huntley, who killed two 10-year-old girls in Soham in 2002, is in hospital after an attack in prison.
How Hollywood and Maga aligned over Warner Bros deal
Paramount beats Netflix to the major deal, pleasing figures in DC and LA alike, the BBC's culture and media editor writes.
Why are Afghanistan and Pakistan fighting?
The two sides have different versions of how and why the deadly dispute began.
Why Trump means the Cuban Revolution faces its biggest threat yet
Will a worsening internal crisis create the conditions for the Cuban Revolution to unravel from within?
I hugged my daughter's killer as we cried together in prison
Chloe's mum visited her drug-driver killer Keilan Roberts in jail and says he will live with the guilt forever.
Weekly quiz: Which baby monkey broke the internet's heart?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
OpenAI vows safety policy changes after Canada school shooting
The tech firm has been criticised for not reporting the suspect's ChatGPT account to police despite it being flagged internally due to concerns over content.
Why has the world's first hydrogen double-decker fleet failed?
The multi-million pound project in Aberdeen was meant to be the future of clean public transportation.
Government to give go-ahead for £1bn defence helicopter deal
The chancellor has stepped in to protect jobs at the helicopter manufacturer in Somerset, the BBC understands.
Waitrose to suspend mackerel sales due to overfishing concerns
The supermarket chain says it will stop sourcing fresh, chilled and frozen mackerel by 29 April.
Spanish opposition calls for disgraced ex-monarch to return from exile
The 88-year-old Juan Carlos should spend his last years in dignity, the leader of Spain's main opposition party says.
Gregg Wallace drops personal data claim against BBC
Court documents state the claim against the BBC and BBC Studios has been "discontinued".
Bournemouth Echo
Steakhouse 'has become part of town’s fabric' as it enters fifth decade
A BELOVED Bournemouth steakhouse that has served generations of families for more than 40 years says its loyal regular customers are the “bread and butter” of the business.
More changes at Vitality Stadium in car park as enabling works continue
Fans coming to watch the Cherries play Sunderland at the Vitality Stadium tomorrow will notice more changes as work continues on the enabling works for the club’s stadium expansion.
Poole pet photographer given 'Small Business Sunday' award
A POOLE based pet photographer has been awarded ‘small business Sunday’ which she says is a “big milestone” in her career.
Plan to treble the number of rooms at popular Premier Inn
Plans to transform a popular Premier Inn by almost trebling the number of bedrooms have been unveiled
Local restaurant's popularity down to nostalgia and family focus
a centrepiece where shoppers could stop for a civilised lunch in the midst of the hustle and busy shopping centre,
Support grows for campaign to save fire station threatened with closure
COMMUNITY support has surged to “save Hamworthy fire station” following proposals to close eight fire stations across Dorset and Wiltshire.
Teen darts prodigy aiming to become professional darts player
A TEENAGER is aiming to become a professional darts player and a community fundraiser has been organised to help achieve his journey to become 'brightest young darts player'.
Boscombe man goes viral with India travel videos on culture, food and life
A man from Boscombe has gone viral for his content while travelling around Goa in Western India.
Month-long festival celebrating the New Forest set to return
The New Forest Awakening Festival returns in March.
Internationally recognised jazz harpist set to perform at Dorset jazz club
International jazz harpist Ben Creighton Griffiths and trio bring swing, Django classics, and Bossa Nova to Swanage Jazz Club, Dorset on 28 March 2026.
Hospice charity set to open new house clearance shop in Boscombe next week
Lewis-Manning Hospice Care opens new House Clearance Shop on Christchurch Road, Boscombe, with Casualty’s Matt Bardock. Supporting Dorset hospice care.
Aldi becomes UK's highest-paying supermarket, as hourly pay will rise to £13.50
Aldi announces Dorset store staff pay rise to £13.50 per hour from April 2026, benefiting 28,000+ UK workers, as part of a £42m pay investment.
'Serious and escalating' issue of high ketamine use in BCP, warns charity
Referrals to local drug treatment services for Ketamine use in BCP has seen more than a 700 per cent increase since2020 to 2021, according to charity With You.
Bournemouth housing association secures £10 million loan to build 300 new homes
Bournemouth Churches Housing Association secures £10m Lloyds loan to build 300 affordable homes, tackling homelessness in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole.
Hampshire town mayor's fundraiser for vital cause raises £800 for air ambulance
Afternoon tea at Barton on Sea Golf Club raised £800 for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance’s Operation Airbase appeal, supporting lifesaving services.
Dorset hospice charity thanks care home team for community partnership
Colten Care’s Bourne View care home in Poole is recognised by Forest Holme Hospice for community partnership, room refurbishments, and fundraising support.
Snapchat launches new UK internet safety course for parents and teenagers
Snapchat has launched a new and unique interactive online safety course in the UK aimed at helping teenagers and parents tackle digital risks.
'An excellent performance, not side-splitting but certainly laugh-out-loud'
Jimeoin brings his trademark observational comedy and physical humour to Lighthouse, Poole. The comic delivers laughs on marriage, family, and life.
Property finance lender celebrates huge milestone with £750 million growth plan
MSP Capital, Dorset-based property finance lender, celebrates 45 years supporting UK developers, plans expansion, and targets £750m loan book by 2030.
Full 2026 Port of Poole shipping schedule revealed for the summer season
The Port of Poole has shared its updated shipping schedule for the summer season.
Rough sleeper numbers fall across Dorset in 2025 despite overall rise in UK
Rough sleeping in Dorset has fallen to its lowest since 2022, bucking the national rise. Dorset Council continues to offer homelessness prevention support.
Care provider named best home care business for south west
Caremark Poole & East Dorset wins top South West Caremark Franchise Award 2026, recognised for outstanding care, leadership, and support in home care.
10 years a bishop - celebrating a decade of the Bishop of Sherborne in Dorset
The Rt Revd Karen Gorham, first female Bishop of Sherborne, celebrates 10 years of service with a special Holy Communion at Sherborne Abbey, Dorset.
Eight fire stations in Dorset and Wiltshire could be potentially closed
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue consults on proposed closure of eight fire stations. Public meetings start next week. Have your say by May 2026.
Chartered surveyors boost healthcare sector expertise with South Coast hire
BTG Eddisons appoints Peter Deehan as director to boost healthcare property services across the South Coast, supporting NHS trusts, GPs, and private providers.
Marathon swimming documentary coming to Christchurch venue with Q&A
A daring marathon swimming challenge is to be the focus of a documentary preview and Q&A in Christchurch.
Senior partner with local football legacy marks 50 years at Dorset solicitors
Simon Nethercott marks 50 years at Dorset law firm Harold G Walker Solicitors, celebrating a career in commercial property across Bournemouth and beyond.
Almost half of Bournemouth holiday agent's properties win Booking.com awards
Bournecoast Holiday Agents celebrate nearly 300% rise in Booking.com Traveller Review Awards 2026, with 40% of managed UK properties recognised for excellence.
Poole business signs up to support Dorset-based charity's '30 for 30' campaign
Poole business Harkwell backs Home-Start Wessex’s 30 for 30 campaign, supporting Dorset families in crisis. Charity seeks 30 local business donations.
Dance festival collaborates with Bournemouth School Games to welcome 12 schools
Primary schools from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole shone at the Ocean Theatre dance festival, supported by PDSW and Bournemouth School Games.
Dorset hospice praised for care after receiving top quality gold award from UHD
Forest Holme Hospice in Poole awarded Gold status by University Hospitals Dorset’s CQAS for excellence in palliative and end-of-life care services.
Car wash tenants allegedly burning rubbish ‘refuse to leave site’
Tenants at a car wash previously raided by immigration enforcement have reportedly ‘refused to leave’ after allegedly burning rubbish at the site.
Man assaulted police officer after being arrested for shoplifting
A man assaulted a police officer after he was arrested for shoplifting in Bournemouth.
In The Dock - Paedophile spared jailed after making child abuse images
The following cases were heard in Poole Magistrates' Court:
Pair jailed for total of eight years after thefts and burglary
Two men have been jailed following a handful of burglary and theft offences in the New Forest.
RECAP: Overturned lorry shuts A35
Emergency services are dealing an over-turned lorry on the A35. We will bring you updates as we get them.
Man and woman come forward following reported bowling alley assault
A MAN AND WOMAN have come forward after a woman was reportedly punched in the face at a Bournemouth bowling alley.
Photographer captures seven-planet alignment in rare cosmic parade
An Astro photographer has captured seven planets in one picture as part of a celestial planetary parade.
Kaiser Chiefs bridge generations in electrifying anniversary tour show
The Kaiser Chiefs gave Bournemouth a vivid glimpse of their early years on Thursday night, playing their debut ‘Employment’ album in full at the BIC in celebration of its 20-year anniversary.
Sainsbury's announces 300 jobs at risk across supermarkets and Argos
Sainsbury’s has shared that 300 jobs are at risk of cuts across its UK stores and Argos business
Bournemouth Chamber of Trade and Commerce AGM to be held next month
The Bournemouth Chamber of Trade and Commerce AGM is being held at The Cumberland Hotel , East Overcliff Dive from 6pm on Thursday, March 19 2026 and is open to all members.
Three men burgle bike store after climbing through display window
Three men reportedly burgled a bike store in Brockenhurst after forcing their way through a display window.
Woman hospitalised with life-threatening injuries after collision with lamp post
A woman has been hospitalised with life-threatening injuries after colliding with a lamp post in Bournemouth.
Men fined for stealing fish from business
Two men have been convicted at court after stealing fish from a business in Fordingbridge.
Ex-police officer appears in court accused of abusing power
A former police officer has appeared in court following an alleged abuse of power by entering into an inappropriate relationship with a vulnerable person
BCP roadworks disruption 'to be halved' under new scheme
Disruption from roadworks across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is expected to be halved after a scheme to charge utility companies up to £2500 for delayed works is introduced.
Giant skeleton of fearsome Jurassic dinosaur set to arrive in Dorset
See Allosaurus "Big Sara" at The Etches Collection, Dorset—UK’s largest dinosaur exhibition. Discover the Jurassic skeleton, on display for two years.
Winton selected as first location for new 20mph neighbourhood scheme
20mph neighbourhoods are to be introduced across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole following a pilot scheme which will see the speed limit of 139 roads reduced.
BCP Council to spend £90k on secure cycle parking
BCP Council is to spend £90,000 on secure cycle parking for town and district centres, with locations still to be confirmed.
Man jailed after drugs and knife located in passenger seat of car
A man from Bournemouth has been jailed for drug and knife offences after his vehicle was stopped by police.
Car stolen from resident's home while they slept
A PROLIFIC burglar broke into a Bournemouth home and stole their car while they slept.
What's on in cinemas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole this weekend
The seventh film in a popular slasher film series, Pixar’s latest animated film, and an Elvis Presley documentary are among films shown across BCP this weekend.
Road closed after milk tanker overturns into field
A milk tanker overturned on the A35 in the early hours of this morning.
Inside the £2 million house with smashed glass desks and bald eagles
This £2.15 million Ringwood home in a prestigious private estate with caged five-a-side football pitch has gone up for sale.
More than 300 fire service crew injured in the line of duty
More than 300 on-duty staff have been injured whilst working for Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service.
Man to tackle 24-hour stair master challenge
A man is due to complete 24 hours on a stair master to raise money for Breast Cancer Now.
Government
Chalk Streams (UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site) Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to take the necessary steps to nominate the UK's chalk streams as a serial UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site.
Formula 1
The key qualities a driver needs in a race engineer
We asked F1 TV analyst and IndyCar race winner James Hinchcliffe what exactly makes that relationship work, and the key traits a driver looks for in their ideal race engineer.
Button tips Hamilton to be 'back to his best' in 2026
After a tough debut year at Ferrari, Jenson Button is expecting his former team mate to shine this season.
How to take a break from gambling when you need it
If you feel like you need to take a break from betting, here are some useful tips to help you stop gambling.
The incredible numbers behind Season 8 of Drive to Survive
Another eagerly anticipated season of Drive to Survive has arrived on Netflix ahead of the 2026 F1 campaign. But how much do you know about what’s involved in the filming, production and editing process? With help from Box To Box, who produce the show, F1.com takes you through some of the standout figures…
5 standout moments in Season 8 of Drive to Survive
After the Barcelona Shakedown and two weeks of pre-season testing in Bahrain, it’s almost time to kick off F1’s new era with the Australian Grand Prix – but before that, Drive to Survive returns to our screens on Netflix for one last look at 2025. Having watched all eight episodes from Season 8, F1.com presents five of the many standout moments…
Watch the ultimate guide to the 2026 cars
It's all to play for in 2026 as an overhaul of the regulations is set to shake up the competitive order, with slimmed down cars and technical innovations at the forefront of the changes.
Windows Central
Copilot just launched a to‑do list that completes itself, finally giving all of us professional procrastinators the productivity upgrade we absolutely did not earn but will gladly take
Copilot Tasks is a new AI feature that breaks down your task, creates a step by step process to complete that task on your behalf, and checks in when it needs your go‑ahead.
Windows 365 Cloud PCs go global — but is a subscription desktop really the future of computing?
Microsoft is expanding its Cloud PC portfolio with new dedicated hardware from ASUS and Dell, bringing Windows 365 devices to 58 countries.
Windows 11’s new Start menu is here, and the community reaction is basically “why is this worse?”
Reddit reacts to the new Windows 11 Start menu, calling it too big, too automated, and lacking customization options.
Ditch Apple’s walled garden — this subscription-free digital frame is $20 off and works with OneDrive, Dropbox, and offline
I need my photos to work everywhere, not just in iCloud. The Pix-Star LUX is the best OneDrive-ready frame I’ve found, and it’s $20 off with no monthly fees.
Blizzard reveals BlizzCon 2026 Community Night — creators can win up to $4,000
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that entries are open for the BlizzCon 2026 Community Night contests. Here are the details of how you can join these contests and potentially win huge cash prizes
Microsoft watched OpenAI collect 110 billion dollars and said 'we’re still cool, right?'
Microsoft skipped OpenAI's latest multi-billion dollar funding round, but a joint statement confirms their Azure and IP agreements remain unchanged.
Microsoft Teams finally copied this basic WhatsApp feature — but it still beat Slack to the punch
Microsoft Teams adds multi-message forwarding, beating Slack to a long-requested feature that has been a staple of WhatsApp for years.
This excellent third-party Windows 11 app finally addresses multi-monitor PC pain points — Microsoft, please take notes
A Redditor recently developed a free Windows app called Monarch, designed to disable monitors on Windows 11 "without unplugging cables or digging through Windows display settings every time."
ASUS pushes a ROG Ally driver for Windows — is the Z1 Extreme chip safe, or is AMD just doing enough to keep the lights on?
ASUS has released a new AMD graphics driver for the ROG Ally with the Ryzen Z1 Extreme, version 32.0.22029.13001. While the update appears to be a minor revision, it confirms that ASUS is still maintaining the handheld amid concerns about broader Z1 Extreme driver support.
Is Sony rethinking its PC strategy for PlayStation titles? Microsoft's next-gen Xbox strategy is heating up rivalry rumors
Comments from NateTheHate, Jason Schreier, and Jez Corden suggest Sony may be rethinking its approach to PC releases.
Laffgaff
Which US state was the first to ratify the Constitution?
Question: Which US state was the first to ratify the Constitution?
Pirate Singers
Why do novice pirates make terrible singers? Because they can't hit the high seas.