The News - Monday, 02 November 2026

BBC News

'Like a missile coming down' - Nine killed in fiery Florida jet crash

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy described the crash, which happened near President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, as a "horrific tragedy".

Thousands of jobs at Virgin Media O2 to be cut

The broadband provider has not finalised the number of roles to be axed but it will likely be a sizeable chunk of its workforce, the BBC understands.

How a Democrat in Michigan rocked the party days before the US midterms

BBC's Nada Tawfik visited Detroit, Michigan where the party spat unfolded.

Democrats have high hopes for midterms, but polls have let them down before

Polls have been predicting a Democratic surge, but last-minute deciders and sampling issues mean there's no guarantee.

A&E warning system to flag sick children deteriorating quickly

The initiative, in England, will help busy staff identify children who are deteriorating quickly as they wait for emergency care.

Tributes to 'inspirational' Olympian Ciara Mageean after death at 34

The former European 1500m champion had bowel cancer and died just three weeks after marrying her partner.

After a 28-year trek around the world, homebound Karl Bushby crosses the Humber Bridge

The British adventurer is due to complete his 31,000-mile challenge in Hull on Monday.

Binance users withdraw $3.6bn after record crypto hack

The exchange froze transactions in the wake of the incident, which impacted $6.3bn worth of digital assets.

Don't get caught out by new Buy Now Pay Later rules

New affordability checks mean you could be blocked from using Buy Now Pay Later but here are ways to avoid it.

Watch: King Charles III caught in torrential downpour at Antigua and Barbuda parade

King Charles III and Queen Camilla were standing in an open-air stadium when the rain came on.

The Papers: 'A family's pain' and 'EU students in return for trade'

The parents of Henry Nowak speaking for the first time about the moment they learnt he had been murdered leads Monday's Daily Mirror.

Nowak family tell of 'unbelievable pain' of seeing footage of dying son handcuffed

His family describe the night police told them of his death, and watching him being handcuffed.

A simple guide to the midterms

US voters will head to the polls on 3 November in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency.

Trump makes fevered campaign push in final weekend before election

The US president rallied in states that Republicans previously won - showcasing how tight Tuesday's elections could be in determining control of Congress.

‘My vote still matters’ - Americans weigh in on the power of their ballot

The BBC asked voters from across the United States what voting means to them and whether they think it matters in the midterm elections.

China state broadcaster pulls Real Madrid match over Mbappé joke

China Media Group, which acknowledged Mbappé's apology, has not said how long the blackout will last.

University of Cambridge scientist among those who died in Spanish train crash

Marta Shahbazi was an "inspiring, talented and passionate scientist", says the laboratory where she worked.

Russian strikes cut power to thousands in Ukraine as Kherson ceasefire ends

A rare humanitarian ceasefire allowed civilians to evacuate the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky.

Healey risks breaking minimum wage promise for younger workers

The Chancellor has suggested that younger workers might not receive the same minimum wage as others before the next election.

Senator Chris Murphy expected to make full recovery after stroke

The Connecticut Democrat had been campaigning around the country for Democrats on the ballot this midterm election.

Police probe video of officer hitting youth with handcuffs

A video which shows an officer hitting a youth is a "small part of the incident", police say.

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill eight including child, hospitals say

Five officers from the Hamas-run police have been killed in Khan Younis and three people, including a child, killed in Gaza City, officials say.

Shop freezers in seven European countries hit by cyber-attack

The temperature of freezers in several shops across Europe reportedly rose to as high as 50C.

Mother told to book appointment to give birth to her baby who had died

Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust apologises for care it says "fell short of the standards" expected.

What Americans are voting for in this election

The BBC's Maddie Gerber explains what's on the ballot in the 2026 midterm elections in the United States.

Wizz Air flight from Luton makes emergency landing with fighter jet escort after bomb threat

A Hungarian fighter jet escorted the aircraft to Budapest after the threat was received mid-air.

Channel 4 documentary and journalists 'poisoned the well' against Russell Brand, court hears

Brand's defence barrister told jurors that Brand "had an immense amount of sex", but that "none of it was unlawful".

Iran killed her teenage daughter - now she is facing up to the regime

Samira's 16-year-old daughter Sevda was shot dead as they took part in mass protests in January.

Fake nuclear warnings issued after Ukrainian and Russian air alert apps hacked

Neither government has confirmed who was responsible for the cyberattacks on Sunday evening.

Labour ends power-sharing with Greens in 11 councils over Zionism row

Labour's ruling National Executive Committee sets out where it is cutting ties with the Greens.

Driver who dragged head teacher to his death jailed for life

Simon Richardson is told he will have to serve at least 25 years for the murder of Michael Mullins.

Democrats have high hopes - but are the polls right?

Polls have been predicting a Democratic surge, but last-minute deciders and sampling issues mean there's no guarantee.

A Paralympian vs a former TV news anchor - and other US Senate races to watch

All eyes are on a handful of Senate races that will decide control of the prized upper chamber. Here's a quick guide.

North Carolina voters weigh up Trump's track record on cost of living

The BBC's Clive Myrie found voters in the state were asking themselves whether they were better off than two years ago.

What we know about the alert app hack in Ukraine and Russia

Both Ukraine and Russia say their air raid alert apps were cyber-attacked - Joe Tidy explains what we know so far.

Don't get caught out by new Buy Now Pay Later rules

New affordability checks mean you could be blocked from using Buy Now Pay Later but here are ways to avoid it.

'It took years to get pain-relieving surgery - I hope a robot means others won't have to wait'

A woman who waited in pain for years for endometriosis surgery praises high-tech bid to end delays.

Drugs, cash and weapons found in raids as e-bikes 'blight' communities

A senior police officer says e-bikes and associated crimes are "blighting" communities across the UK.

No10 defends flight to Manchester to collect Andy Burnham

The trip sparked a backlash with some questioning the value for money, but No 10 says security, cost and "operational requirements" were all factored in.

Nowak family say police failed them multiple times

The murdered student's family say they feel "manipulated" and "failed" by Hampshire Police.

Lifestyle guru Martha Stewart says she 'really screwed up' with homeless Halloween costume

The veteran lifestyle guru has deleted a photo of herself wearing torn clothes and dirt on her face.

Huntingdon train attacker said 'I am the baddest', trial hears

Police responded to fears about Anthony Williams on a train the day before the attack, jurors hear.

British adventurer Karl Bushby completes 28-year journey

Crowds gathered in Hull city centre to welcome him, before he walked home to his mother.

Hunt for attackers after Halloween party stabbings

Three boys aged 16 and two aged 17 were taken to hospital with serious injuries on Saturday night.

Bournemouth Echo

Why Queen Elizabeth and other cruise ships were anchored off Bournemouth

Why Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth and P&O cruise ships anchored off Bournemouth in 2020: Southampton ran out of berths during the pandemic

Man arrested after being seen with 'suspected firearm in shop'

A man has been arrested after being seen with a suspected firearm in a shop in Bournemouth.

BCP Council leader Millie Earl told to resign as Tories submit no-confidence motion

Conservatives have submitted a no-confidence motion in BCP Council leader Millie Earl and are demanding she resigns

Three rare birds of prey spotted soaring through New Forest in one day

Three different birds of prey were spotted flying over a nature reserve in the New Forest in just one day.

Man charged after '£4,850 of fragrances stolen from Boots'

A man has been charged and has appeared in court in connection with a reported theft from a shop in Ferndown.

Guy Ritchie sent letter over bird flu rules after probe at £9m country estate

A council has written to Guy Ritchie's country estate over bird flu regulations after an investigation saw hidden cameras follow its gamekeepers.

Ambulance service responds to more than 7,000 incidents in one weekend

More than 7,000 incidents were responded to in just one weekend as the South Western Ambulance Service faced "incredibly demanding" pressure.

Greens and Reform slam BCP council leaders over Government funding talks failure

Green and Reform councillors have criticised BCP Council leaders after FOI disclosures revealed no formal meetings with Government ministers on additional funding despite claims of intensive lobbying

Poole 'explosive device' investigation: What we know so far

Mystery and unanswered questions remain after a suspected explosive device was found in a vehicle in Poole. Here's everything known about the ongoing police investigation.

Three Bournemouth officers assaulted while carrying out court warrant

Three Dorset Police officers were assaulted while executing a court warrant in Bournemouth. Charges are set to follow after an incident involving a headbutt and spitting.

Residents speak out after searches linked to suspected explosive device

Residents have spoken out after suspected bomb found a location at Poole and made relation to a property in Wimborne.

Fireworks pushed through home's letterbox as woman assaulted outside

A man pushed fireworks through the letterbox of a Poole house on Halloween.

Rare Royal Mint 50 coin sells for more than 230 times face value on eBay

A 2009 Kew Gardens 50p sold for £117 after 13 eBay bids. See the Royal Mint's rarest circulating 50p issues and their mintages.

DVSA issues MOT warning as motorists urged to carry out vital vehicle check

The DVSA says a valid MOT is not a guarantee of year-round roadworthiness and urges drivers to check their vehicles between tests.

Walkers recalls crisps over health concerns as shoppers warned 'do not eat'

Walkers Variety Snacks Sharing Box is being recalled over undeclared wheat. Check the affected dates, batch code and refund advice.

LIVE - Police give update in car 'bomb' investigation

Police have given an update in relation to a car 'bomb' probe which resulted in residents being evacuated in Poole and police activity at an address in Colehill

Car 'bomb' probe continues as device confirmed 'not viable'

Dorset Police have confirmed that a suspected explosive device found inside a parked vehicle in Poole was not a viable explosive device and posed no risk to the public, following an extensive weekend investigation that spanned two Dorset locations.

One million people warned to act before major UK landline change

One million UK households and businesses risk losing landline access as Openreach retires the PSTN.

Rare Cadbury chocolate bar spotted in UK stores and shoppers say they ‘need it’

A rare Cadbury chocolate bar has been spotted in Home Bargains and B&M with a limited-edition Australian import.

30p Royal Mail hack that lets you skip long queues at the Post Office

This Royal Mail hack means the delivery company will collect parcels directly from your doorstep for just 30p.

Car crashes with lamppost on A338 southbound

There has been reports of a crash on A338 northbound just before the Ashley Heath interchange and involves one lane on the approach.

Legendary vocal group to perform at 20th anniversary event in Dorset next year

Sister Sledge featuring Kathy Sledge will headline SandPolo’s 20th anniversary on Sandbanks Beach, Dorset, on July 9, 2027, with beach polo and disco music.

Mudeford parking bay to temporarily close for three weeks for Wessex Water works

Mudeford, Dorset parking bay to close from November 16 to December 4 for Wessex Water works, as BCP Council bans parking, waiting and loading.

Popular comedian to bring nostalgia-fuelled tour to Bournemouth venue in 2028

Paddy McGuinness brings his 33-date Blast from the Past comedy tour to Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre on February 24, 2028. Tickets on sale November 6.

Road in Poole to temporarily close for two weeks for utility maintenance works

Britannia Road in Poole to close from November 24 to December 7 for SSE utility works, with parking banned, diversions in place and emergency access maintained.

'Budget won't fix everything but with buzz in Bournemouth there's a lot to build on'

Two weeks ago, I set out what I wanted to see in the chancellor's budget.

Changes to capital gains tax among the topics at Bournemouth Budget briefing

Saffery’s Bournemouth Budget briefing covered capital gains tax, Founder Relief and reduced BADR, with experts urging business owners to review exit planning.

Landlords face four-point tax rise on property income from 2027 due to budget

Landlords face higher property income tax from April 6, 2027, while Small Business Rates Relief expands from April 1, 2027, under Autumn Budget measures.

Former Royal Navy officer loses thousands after sophisticated cyber scam

A former Royal Navy warfare officer has spoken out after a cyber scam wiped out hundreds of pounds in cryptocurrency and threatened a long-planned research expedition.

Multiple roads in the New Forest to temporarily close for road works next week

New Forest temporary road closures in Lymington, Ringwood, Ashurst and Hythe start November 9 for Hampshire County Council works under an 18-month order.

Why the UK government must act to protect trusted local journalism

Journalism Matters highlights Andy Burnham’s call to protect independent and local news, fair digital markets, and journalism’s role in democracy.

Andy Burnham - 'Journalism is a vital part of our national infrastructure'

Prime Minister Andy Burnham explains that with greater local power must come local accountability. And that is why local journalism matters.

Andy Burnham hails local news as 'critical' as PM backs Journalism Matters campaign

Andy Burnham backs Journalism Matters, calling journalism a vital national infrastructure and local news essential for democracy and accountability.

Fires cost south west farmers £18.2m as Dorset crews tackle major blazes

Farm fires cost farmers across the south west an estimated £18.2 million in 2025, according to new figures

Centrepoint resident welcomes minister to mark new changes to Housing Benefit

Centrepoint welcomed the new changes by hosting a visit from Department for Work and Pensions Minister Stephen Timms MP

New Forest museum launches its first-ever calendar to celebrate racing legend

New Milton’s Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum launches its first calendar, celebrating the 11-time British Trials Champion’s legendary career with signed copies.

St Leonards care home celebrates double win at Ringwood Local Business Awards

Moors Manor Care Home in St Leonards, near Ringwood, wins Customer Service and Community Service awards at the Ringwood Local Business Awards.

Have I Got News For You regular to perform new comedy show in Dorset next year

Mark Steel brings his new BBC Radio 4 comedy show, What The F*** Is Going On?, to The Mowlem in Swanage on April 9, 2027. Tickets and details.

Whitecliffe House chooses Nourish as charity of the year and launches food drive

A care home has chosen a food bank as its charity of the year and organised a harvest donation drive.

Formula 1

All the key moments from the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix

The Mexico City Grand Prix once again delivered a memorable weekend, culminating in Kimi Antonelli being crowned F1’s youngest World Champion.

What the teams said – Race day in Mexico City

The drivers and teams report back on all the action at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez for the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix.

'Unbelievable' – The F1 grid praise new champion Antonelli

Drivers across the Formula 1 grid gave their reactions to Kimi Antonelli becoming the youngest ever World Champion.

‘People were doubters’ – Wolff on Antonelli’s ‘incredible’ journey

Toto Wolff has reflected on Kimi Antonelli's journey with Mercedes after the Italian claimed his maiden Formula 1 title at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

'Serious talks’ – Hamilton on costly Leclerc battle

Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari "easily had a car to have P1 and P2" during the Mexico City Grand Prix, as an opening lap battle with team mate Charles Leclerc potentially cost the team victory.

Alpine duo stripped of Mexico City GP points after penalties

Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly have lost their top-10 finishes at the Mexico City Grand Prix after receiving penalties following the race.

Antonelli’s dad reflects on son’s ‘important’ title triumph

Marco Antonelli has opened up about his son’s historic World Championship success at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

Leclerc concedes he 'deserved penalty' over Hamilton clash

Charles Leclerc picked up a five-second time penalty after passing his team mate off track during an opening lap battle for the lead.

Piastri receives post-race penalty at Mexico City GP

Oscar Piastri has lost his points from the Mexico City Grand Prix after he was deemed to be at fault in a collision with Racing Bulls' Arvid Lindblad.

Verstappen on the move that earned him ‘fantastic’ Mexico win

Max Verstappen took advantage of an early tussle between Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc to clinch victory at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

5 Winners and 5 Losers from Mexico City

Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

Antonelli's incredible journey to his maiden F1 title

F1.com charts the journey of Kimi Antonelli's triumphant World Championship-winning season.

Bonnington names Antonelli’s top three races in title year

Kimi Antonelli’s race engineer Pete Bonnington has shared his highlights from the Italian’s title-winning season.

The records Antonelli has broken on his way to maiden title

It has been a season of breaking records for Kimi Antonelli, who has rewritten several chapters of the F1 history books en route to his first World Championship.

Russell details ‘frustrating’ opening lap issue in Mexico

George Russell has shared his thoughts on the Mexico City Grand Prix, where his team mate Kimi Antonelli put the Drivers’ Championship out of reach for good.

‘It's a matter of respect’ – Vasseur on Hamilton/Leclerc clash

A Mexico City GP that held such promise for Scuderia Ferrari proved to be a painful afternoon for team principal Fred Vasseur.

The Mexico GP issues Antonelli overcame to claim his title

Michael Lamonato on how Kimi Antonelli turned a sub-optimal build-up to the Mexico City Grand Prix into title-winning glory.

Windows Central

It's ridiculous to blame Xbox Game Pass customers for Gears of War: E-Day's fate

Blaming Xbox fans for 'E-Day' retail sales misses the mark. Game Pass changed how players spend, and one game won't fix hardware concerns either.

Convincing footage of a Persona 1 remake for Xbox may have just leaked

Over the past couple of days, players have been ecstatic over a new YouTube video that appears to be a 'leaked' gameplay trailer for what appears to be a remake of the first game in Atlus' Persona series, and that it's heading for Xbox.

Microsoft used AI to help build Windows 11's new speed test

Microsoft's upcoming Windows 11 speed test tool is also an early example of how the company wants to use AI during development.

Forget Black Friday, one of the snappiest Snapdragon X2 Elite laptops is already on sale

The 8th Edition of Microsoft's Surface Laptop is having a 26% discount for its consumer model with a Snapdragon X2 Elite CPU, 16GB, a 13.8" touchscreen, 20+ hour battery life, and an exclusive advanced haptic feedback feature.

Windows Wrap: When "not a priority" becomes Priority 0, criticism deserves a second look

What began as a conversation about a Windows 11 taskbar app turned into a reflection on criticism, product decisions, and how Windows gets better.

Did Microsoft accidentally spoil World of Warcraft: Forever's Xbox port?

Xbox UK has uploaded an image to its X account of a few Xbox games releasing this November, which strangely includes the upcoming PC-exclusive MMORPG World of Warcraft: Forever. Xbox UK quickly corrected this, but it's emboldened rumors of an alleged Xbox port of World of Warcraft being in the works.

Microsoft rethinks Windows 11 as Apple rethinks the MacBook Pro | Windows Central Podcast

On this week's episode: New Windows 11 features, cheap Windows laptops, MacBook Pro with touch, and more!

Gears of War: E-Day's "$500m budget" story oversimplifies the situation

Over the past few weeks, I've been investigating Gears of War: E-Day's budgetary discourse ahead of looming, widely expected layoffs. Here's what I've discovered so far.

Laffgaff

Who directed the 1973 film ‘American Graffiti’?

George Lucas.

Ocean Buildings

Who designs all the buildings in the oceans? Sharkitects.

Itsfoss

This Tool Lets You Install Linux Without a USB Key, Straight From Windows

Wubi reimagined? Here's a new open source project that lets you dual boot Linux from Windows without needing any USB or DVD.

Killed by Ubuntu, Linux Mint is Bringing This Classic Feature Back

Linux Mint is bringing back a feature most Linux distributions quietly gave up on years ago: hibernation.

France’s Weird Per-Gigabyte Data Tax Could Cost VLC Over €1 Million a Year!

France's National Assembly has voted in favour of a new "internet tax" that would charge companies for every gigabyte of data they send to users in France. It may get messier than GDPR.