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Trump criticises Nato as alliance chief describes meeting as 'very frank'
The US president says Nato "wasn't there when we needed them" during the Iran war.
Negotiators face huge task to close gaps in rival Iran peace proposals
A US 15-point plan and an Iranian 10-point variant are oceans apart, writes the BBC's diplomatic correspondent.
'Even if Iran war ends now, farmers' costs will have to be passed on'
Despite a ceasefire, the Iran war will continue to affect farmers' costs and therefore food prices.
Iran warning adds to shipping uncertainty
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.
22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans
Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans
UK to urge full reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will call for shipping in the Strait of Hormuz to be toll-free and unhindered.
Pioneering wildlife cameraman Doug Allan dies in Nepal
The cameraman and photographer won eight Emmy Awards for his work on acclaimed series like Blue Planet alongside Sir David Attenborough.
Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
The BBC’s Science Editor Rebecca Morelle has spoken to the Artemis II crew ahead of their likely splashdown on Saturday.
Oil prices rise as traders eye fragile US-Iran ceasefire
The cost of crude plunged on Wednesday after a deal was announced that includes the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
'Ketamine Queen' sentenced to 15 years in Matthew Perry overdose death
Jasveen Sangha was found guilty of selling drugs that killed Friends actor Matthew Perry who had struggled with addiction for years.
Jim Whittaker, first American to summit Mount Everest, dies aged 97
The lifelong outdoors advocate and former president of retailer REI returned to Everest decades later with his son.
Chinese researcher's death after questioning in US prompts anger in Beijing
The semiconductor researcher was found dead after “hostile questioning” by US law enforcement.
Man, 21, stabbed to death near Primrose Hill viewing point named
The 21-year-old died on Tuesday evening after being stabbed at the north London beauty spot.
Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit
From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.
He's Australia's most decorated soldier. Now he's at the centre of a historic war crimes case
Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, scholars say.
The Papers: 'Fragile ceasefire at risk' and 'Putin mocks Starmer'
The papers on Thursday focus on the aftermath of the two-week ceasefire deal agreed between the US, Israel and Iran.
'Cold as ice': Serial killer admits to eight murders in case that haunted Long Island for years
Rex Heuermann's plea ends a case that police took 13 years to solve, frustrating the public and victims' family.
Watch: Pope Leo XIV spins basketball on his finger, with help from Harlem Globetrotters
US exhibition squad, the Harlem Globetrotters, met the pontiff in the Vatican, helping him to spin a basketball on the tip of his finger.
US man arrested in case of Michigan woman's disappearance in Bahamas
Lynette Hooker fell overboard from a small boat and was swept out to sea by strong currents, her husband told authorities.
BBC upholds complaints over racial slur in Baftas broadcast
The broadcast of a racial slur broke editorial standards, the corporation's complaints unit concludes.
Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss
Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.
Prosecutors seek Tiger Woods' prescription drug records after Florida arrest
A legal order seeking the golfer's medications - including dosage and warnings about driving on pill bottles - will be issued later this month, court record shows.
Prosecutors seek Tiger Woods' prescription drug records after Florida arrest
A legal order seeking the golfer's medications - including dosage and warnings about driving on pill bottles - will be issued later this month, court record shows.
'Endless fears': Even if fighting stops, the damage to Iran's children will endure
The BBC has been able to obtain testimony from parents and those trying to help children deal with the distress that comes with war.
UK says Russia ran submarine operation over cables and pipelines
Defence Secretary John Healey says there is "no evidence" of any damage to UK infrastructure in the Atlantic.
Pub thief jailed for stealing handbag with £2m Fabergé egg inside
An "opportunistic" thief is jailed for stealing a handbag from a pub that happened to contain a £2.2m Fabergé egg.
Best-selling The Housemaid author Freida McFadden reveals true identity
One of the biggest mysteries in publishing is solved, as The Housemaid writer reveals her real name.
Petrol and diesel prices rise again as concerns grow over ceasefire
Motoring groups have warned drivers not to expect a significant drop in costs soon.
Man jailed after grooming girl he met on gaming platform Roblox
Carlo Tritta, now aged 19, encouraged the teenage girl to send sexually explicit images of herself.
Hundreds of dogs found crammed in living room 'doing really well', says RSPCA
The charity says many of the animals found at the home in January were in a poor condition with "matted and crusted coats" that required treatment.
Amazon to end support for older Kindles, prompting user outcry
The move means owners of Kindles released before 2013 will be unable to download new e-books.
Jo Malone hopes 'sense will prevail' in lawsuit over use of her name
The British perfume designer and Zara are being sued by Estée Lauder over a collaboration.
Four people die trying to board boat in Channel crossing attempt
Authorities say 37 people are being treated in hospital, but around 30 others continued their journeys to the UK.
Artemis crew returning to Earth with 'all the good stuff' from Moon discoveries
The four astronauts said they were returning to Earth with "so many more pictures, so many more stories".
Lebanon thought there was a ceasefire - then Israel unleashed deadly blitz
Israel says Lebanon is not included in the ceasefire the US agreed to halt the war with Iran.
Has US achieved its war objectives in Iran?
Key US objectives at the start of the war were to stop Iran getting a nuclear weapon and degrading its arsenal.
BBC at the site of Israeli air strikes in Beirut
At least 182 people were killed and 890 others wounded, according to the Lebanese health ministry.
Five of Queen Elizabeth II's most iconic outfits - from new royal exhibit
From fashion diplomacy in the US to a transparent raincoat, the late Queen's style was a powerful formula.
BTS battle torrential rain to kick off $1bn world tour
The K-Pop band are battered by the elements as they launch their marathon world tour in Goyang.
'I want my heart attack story to inspire people to live life'
Faith Harrison survived a seven-hour heart attack at the age of 22.
He's Australia's most decorated soldier. Now he's at the centre of a historic war crimes case
Ben Roberts-Smith's case is not only unprecedented for Australia but "extraordinary" for the globe too, scholars say.
French far-right leader romantically linked to Italian princess
Presidential hopeful Jordan Bardella was pictured on a Corsican beach with Princess Maria Carolina of Bourbon-Two Sicilies.
22,000 students told to pay back 'mis-sold' maintenance loans
Those affected have been told their courses were never eligible for maintenance or childcare loans
Woman killed sister and snatched Rolex, court told
Nancy Pexton, 69, denies murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott Dauward and stealing her Rolex.
Canada's Mark Carney 'so proud' of astronauts in call to Artemis II
Jeremy Hansen received a call from the prime minister as Canada's first astronaut to travel into deep space as part of the Artemis II mission.
Britain's 'most beautiful coin' sold for £110,000
Fewer than 300 of the gold "Una and the Lion" coins were produced, with one found in a Bangor estate.
US plans to automatically register men for military draft eligibility
The proposed new rule would end decades of mandatory self-registration for Selective Service in the US.
Lidl begins building its first ever pub
The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws.
Bournemouth Echo
Bournemouth student stuck in Switzerland due to passport rule change
A BOURNEMOUTH resident with dual citizenship says he has been left “stranded” in Switzerland, unable to return home following new UK passport rules introduced by the government.
Why was a man who emigrated to Argentina charged with 'wandering'?
Lost soul of the New Forest wandering 'in an unsound state'.
AFC Bournemouth fans to cycle 400 miles to Newcastle next week for charity
Bournemouth fans, the Handlebarmy Army, cycle 400 miles to Newcastle for AFC Bournemouth v Newcastle United, raising funds for CLAPA and cleft charity.
Lottery funded project to strengthen BCP diverse charities reaches crucial stage
The Ethnically Diverse Communities Project in BCP empowers minority groups with funding, training and support, backed by the National Lottery.
Special events set to affect BCP roads in May — here's which ones will be closed
Road closures and parking restrictions across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole for special May events including Bike Nights, food festivals and charity runs.
Consultation launched on tougher laws on fireworks after petitions from local MP
UK government launches consultation on stricter fireworks laws, noise limits and public sale, after campaigns by Tom Hayes MP and petitions on fireworks safety.
Popular rock band to headline major musical festival in Dorset this summer
Kaiser Chiefs to headline Poole Harbour Festival 2026 for its 10th anniversary, joined by Heather Small, Groove Armada and more.
Documentary linking Europe wildfires to rise of fascism to screen in Bournemouth
Fires and Fascism, a new documentary by Dr Pete Knapp, screens in Dorset on 28 April, exploring southern Europe’s wildfires, climate change, and politics.
Record number of new and replacement ambulances delivered across England
Over 1,100 new and replacement ambulances delivered to NHS trusts across England to boost emergency care, modernise fleets and reduce A&E waiting times.
Southern Water starts final stage of £10m sewer strengthening project
Southern Water begins final £2m phase of £10m sewer upgrade in Ashurst Bridge near Totton and the New Forest, enhancing Hampshire’s wastewater resilience.
Dorset flooding drop-in events to be held across county this spring
Dorset residents invited to flood support drop-in events with Environment Agency & Dorset Council after record winter rainfall.
Four stars of stage and screen to perform at Bournemouth venue in September
Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale and Shane Richie bring The Prat Pack’s Back UK tour to Bournemouth BIC in 2026. Tickets on sale 10 April.
Two-thirds of drivers oppose fining brands for roadside litter
Most UK drivers think individuals, not brands, should be fined for littering, AA research shows. Majority reject company fines for branded packaging on roads.
New Forest-themed exhibition on identity and place opens next week
Forest Bounds, a new exhibition at SPUDWORKS Sway, explores place and identity in the New Forest, linking to Venice and featuring AUB artists.
Series of wildfires broke out near Sandford and Wareham areas in Dorset
Wildfires on Dorset heathland near Sandford and Wareham spark major emergency response, threaten wildlife, and prompt police investigation into arson.
Expert advises how to spot bumblebees and why your garden needs them
BPCA urges Dorset residents to protect bumblebees nesting in gardens, sheds, and roofs. Get expert advice on bee identification and conservation in the UK.
“We keep Alice’s name alive”: Parents fundraising after tragic loss of five-month-old
A couple whose baby daughter died from sepsis are raising awareness of the condition through a series of fundraising events in her memory.
'Poole voters abandoning Poole Conservatives'
The Conservative announcement that they will not be taking part in next month's Poole Town Council elections (Echo 3 April) had drawn criticism - accusations that Poole Conservatives had “clearly abandoned Poole” (Echo 2 April).
SNG teams up with the Royal Horticultural Society to launch Dorset competition
Sovereign Network Group’s In Bloom gardening competition returns to Dorset, with RHS and Beardy Gardener Leigh Johnstone. Entries close 30 June 2026.
Local care home residents in Dorset celebrate Eid holiday
Trinity Manor Care Home in Sherborne, run by Barchester Healthcare, celebrated Eid al-Fitr, marking Ramadan's end with residents joining local festivities.
Aldi encourages Dorset shoppers to donate pet food in stores this April
Aldi urges Dorset shoppers to donate pet food in-store for National Pet Month, supporting local charities amid rising pet care costs.
Acclaimed war artist who captured stories from Ukraine to appear at festival
War artist George Butler headlines the 2026 Sturminster Newton Literary Festival, joined by Damien Lewis, Kate Werran and others. June 12–21 in Dorset.
Award-winning composers to be celebrated with orchestra event in Poole
Experience the Great British Film Orchestra at St Peter’s Church, Ashley Cross, on 11 April 2026, performing iconic film music by John Williams and Hans Zimmer.
Partnership between arts charity and university provides exciting opportunities
Hurn Court Opera and Arts University Bournemouth students collaborate on 1930s-inspired costumes for Verdi’s La Traviata, supporting emerging UK opera talent.
Popular networking breakfast event to return to Westbourne later this month
Westbourne Networking Breakfast returns 21 April at 82 Poole Road, Bournemouth. Join business owners and leaders for networking and a keynote by Sarina Mann.
Trio of promotions at Bournemouth accountancy firm
Saffery’s Bournemouth office announces internal promotions: James Woodward, Edward Holly and Katie Taylor step up as the Dorset accountancy firm grows.
Construction team trades hard hats for sleeping bags to raise £5,000 for charity
Barratt David Wilson Homes raised £5,000 for homeless veterans by joining The Great Tommy Sleep Out, supporting RBLI and UK veterans’ homelessness awareness.
What to do if you see a swarm of honeybees in Dorset
East Dorset beekeepers advise contacting their Swarm Coordinator if you spot a honeybee swarm in your garden. Guidance for safe bee removal and support.
Retail merger in Wimborne brings together nearly 180 years of local trading
Dacombes of Wimborne merges with Holmans, uniting 180 years of electrical retail history. Expanded team brings expert service to Dorset customers.
Caravan site in New Forest seeking premises licence to sell alcohol
The Caravan Club seeks a premises licence for New Forest Centenary Campsite, Bransgore, to sell alcohol, host entertainment, and serve late-night refreshments.
Alcohol, music and late night food could be served at this Bournemouth venue
Falkeoje Events Limited seeks a premises licence for The Old Post Office, Bournemouth, for alcohol sales, live music, and late-night refreshment from May 2026.
Café owner in Dorset town applies to Dorset Council to serve alcohol
Ozcan Urel of Cafe Aroma, Wimborne, has applied to Dorset Council for an alcohol licence. Public representations on the application close 22 April.
Pub temporarily closed to undergo huge six figure refurbishment
A popular pub in Christchurch has temporarily closed to undergo a six-figure spring refurbishment with plans to reopen in May.
Teacher finds £25k rare Pokémon cards in attic that could pay for wedding
A teaching assistant is hoping rare Pokémon cards found in an attic after 20 years could help pay for his wedding - after being estimated to sell for £25,000.
Jewellers opens up in new Bournemouth arcade site
A new jewellers has opened its doors in Bournemouth Arcade.
Murder accused appears in court as trial set following death in Bournemouth
A MURDER accused has appeared in court and a trial date has been set after a man died in Charminster.
Ex-AFC Bournemouth youth footballer appears in court on murder charge
A FORMER AFC Bournemouth youth footballer is due to appear in crown court today charged with murder
One of the UK's rarest birds wows twitchers in Dorset
A white stork, one of the UK's rarest birds, is becoming a 'local celebrity' being spotted by many in Dorset
UK drivers urged to fill up diesel and petrol before 5pm tomorrow
UK drivers have been advised to fill up their vehicles with petrol and diesel before 5pm on Thursday.
Travellers set up camp at cemetery car park
Travellers have set up camp at a New Forest cemetery car park
RECAP: Crash between car and cyclist blocks slip road
A SLIP road is blocked after a crash between a car and a cyclist
Missing man last seen a week ago found
A MISSING man who was last seen a week ago has been found by police.
Pedestrian hospitalised after 'hit and run'
A PEDESTRIAN was hospitalised after a reported hit and run in Bournemouth
New Forest Marque celebrates homegrown produce
The New Forest Marque is celebrating locally sourced food and drink with the 'Great New Forest Marque Breakfast'.
LIVE: Crash causes delays on A3049 Dorset Way in Poole
Traffic is building on the A3049 Dorset Way in Poole this evening following a crash.
Man arrested as teen left with facial injuries after assault
A man has been arrested after a teenager was assaulted and left with facial injuries.
21-year-old arrested after driving wrong way on A31 dual carriageway
A 21-year-old man from Poole was arrested on suspicion of driving offences after driving in the wrong direction along the A31 dual carriageway.
Somali man denies sexually assaulting 18-year-old in Bournemouth gardens
A Somali man has denied sexually assaulting an 18-year-old woman in a Bournemouth park and told a court that he only kissed her after she had kissed him.
Two people hospitalised with 'serious' injuries after crash in Christchurch
Two people were hospitalised with serious injuries on Wednesday evening after a crash involving motorbike and car in Christchurch.
Emergency services called to crash between car and cyclist
A CRASH between a car and a cyclist caused a slip road to be temporarily blocked in Upton.
Children arrested after incident at Bournemouth beach
Three children have been arrested following an incident at Bournemouth beach.
Police officer pleads not guilty to assault at hostel
A Dorset Police officer has pleaded not guilty to assaulting a man during an arrest at a hostel.
Work at council depot starts before planning approved
Improvement works at a council depot started before planning was approved, a meeting heard.
Formula 1
Hamilton betting odds slide despite China podium
A first Ferrari podium for Hamilton, but Mercedes’ strong start to the season has seen his chances dip.
Williams sign engineer from Mercedes for key technical role
Williams have announced the appointment of Dan Milner from rivals Mercedes to act as their new Chief Engineer – Vehicle Technology.
Verstappen’s race engineer Lambiase to join McLaren
Max Verstappen’s long-time race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase will leave Red Bull in 2028 and move to McLaren as Chief Racing Officer.
Miami and Montreal to host Formula 2 Rounds in 2026
Formula 2 will be racing in North America for the first time with Miami and Montreal to host Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2026 season.
Komatsu not worrying over possibly losing Bearman to Ferrari
Ollie Bearman has been a standout performer in 2026 for Haas so far, but the Briton has strong links with Ferrari.
8 of the wildest tech innovations in F1 history
F1.com takes a look back at some of the most memorable – and eye-catching – tech innovations the sport has witnessed over the years.
MS Dynamics
Take the Guesswork Out of Project Quoting with What-if Analysis in Dynamics 365 Project Operations
Make smarter, faster, and more confident quote decisions—right where you work. Project quoting has always required a careful balance—aligning profitability with competitiveness, staffing strategies with delivery costs, and customer expectations with business outcomes. But evaluating these trade-offs hasn’t always been easy. It often means jumping between tools, manually recalculating numbers, and relying on assumptions to guide critical decisions.
The post Take the Guesswork Out of Project Quoting with What-if Analysis in Dynamics 365 Project Operations appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Windows Central
Ex-Microsoft gaming VP reveals why Xbox was greenlit despite how “unlikely” it was — “they saw it as a hedge against the threat” of Japan in tech
25 years after the original Xbox's release, ex-Microsoft gaming VP Ed Fries says it was created to rival Japanese companies like Sony and Nintendo.
Oop, Xbox's Halo: Campaign Evolved release date may have just leaked thanks to a retailer's mistake — it might have a Deluxe Edition with Early Access, too
New Halo: Campaign Evolved leaks suggest that the remake of Xbox's original flagship shooter will come out on Xbox, PC, and PS5 in late July.
“Still one of my favorites”: This dependable 2‑in‑1 is discounted again while modern laptops remain scarce
The Lenovo Yoga 7 is a laptop from 2024 built with advanced AI-empowered hardware for powering through office work and creative productivity tasks that still hold in 2026, and it's now on sale for 27%
Xbox is finally giving Achievements a huge update with several new features — “We stood up a dedicated team to focus on fan feedback”
Xbox is finally giving Achievements the kind of upgrade fans have been asking for for years — new features, modern systems, and even a dedicated internal team focused entirely on community feedback.
“Wait, Windows uses less?”: I break down the surprising requirement that flips the Linux vs. Windows script
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS raises hardware requirements beyond those of Windows 11, and here's why this is happening.
ChatGPT’s refusal to admit mistakes is getting out of hand, and this exchange proves it
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently admitted that ChatGPT doesn't have the capability to keep track of time, but the chatbot insists it does.
"I know that a lot of PC gamers are resistant to AI": SteamGPT shows up in datamined Steam files, suggesting Valve plans to add AI to help in these two key areas
Reference to something called SteamGPT has appeared in a datamined Steam update, which could mean that Valve is bringing in AI to help speed up support requests and to buff anti-cheat. Here's what you need to know.
"This is exactly the kind of thing driving me away from Windows": even Edge users don't want this new feature
Microsoft is testing an opt-out feature that forces Edge to launch at startup. The move triggered a backlash from Windows 11 and Edge users.
Xbox handheld owners finally get the one feature they’ve begged for, and it instantly fixes one of the platform’s most annoying problems
Xbox is rolling out a new Gamepad Cursor toggle through Xbox Game Bar, allowing handheld users to control a cursor with a joystick for improved navigation via the Xbox Insider Program.
"The CRT revival is real": I'm amazed by the community efforts to keep CRT gaming alive — and how OLED could be its renaissance for modern gamers
If you've ever used a CRT screen, you know how much better the tech is for retro games. But as CRT displays decline in number, enthusiasts have created a new way forward with modern OLED tech.
"Gaming just got smoother on Snapdragon": You can finally customize your gaming gear on Windows on Arm
Logitech G HUB now works on Windows on Snapdragon through emulation, bringing RGB and DPI customization to Snapdragon X2 devices like the Zenbook A16 and other Snapdragon X PCs.
Microsoft finally begins removing Copilot from Notepad on Windows 11 — but the AI still persists
A new Notepad update for Windows Insiders begins Microsoft's push to reduce Copilot on Windows 11, replacing it with AI-powered "writing tools" instead.
Fresh Xbox discoveries point to "Duet" codename: A possible companion to "Triton" and more Game Pass subscription tiers?
A new Xbox Game Pass codename, Duet, has appeared alongside Triton in backend data, prompting speculation about potential new Game Pass tiers and possible subscription bundles involving external partnerships.
NASA's Artemis II photos will give your Xbox dashboard a serious glow-up, and I didn't even know you could do this
Turns out there's at least one good reason to use Microsoft Edge on the Xbox console after all.
"I can't recommend this mouse enough": Logitech's unconventional design will save your wrists and improve your workflow
The Logitech MX Vertical mouse, which we gave a perfect 5-star rating to for its sublime ergonomic design and reliable performance for everyday tasks, is now on sale with a 38% discount.
Microsoft broke Windows 11 search by trying to fix it: Here's what happened
Microsoft broke Windows 11 search with a Bing update, which displayed blank results. The company has issued a fix.
"Listening to how we can keep making it better for you": Windows Insider meetups are coming back after years away, connecting Windows 11 users with Microsoft
Microsoft brings back Windows Insider meetups to reconnect with users and shape the future of Windows 11.
"Reclaiming my screen's real estate": Google Chrome is finally launching vertical browser tabs to catch up with Microsoft Edge
Google Chrome finally adds vertical tabs and a refreshed Reading Mode, making tab management and the overall reading experience even better.
Laffgaff
Zugspitze is the highest mountain in which country?
Germany.
Condiment Convention
I just got back from the annual Condiment Convention. It was nice to ketchup with old friends again.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #26.15: Rollback in apt, bad USB detection, Glass UI in KDE, Linux Kernel dropping older processor support and more
Some things from the past find their way back. Others are eventually left behind.
I Tried Apt Command's New Rollback Feature — Here’s How It Went
The new history commands let you undo, redo, or roll back package installs, upgrades, and removals.