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Wes Streeting pledges 'wealth tax that works'
Wes Streeting is proposing reforms to capital gains tax, as part of his pitch for the Labour leadership.
TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says Ofcom
YouTube said it worked with experts to provide appropriate experiences. TikTok said it was disappointed Ofcom had not acknowledged its safety features.
UK agrees £3.7bn trade deal with six Gulf states
The deal will remove an estimated £580m worth of tariffs from British exports, but rights groups are critical
Children in England to be offered free bus trips this August
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is to reveal a £100m fare-free bus scheme designed to relieve cost-of-living pressures.
Watch: BBC in Cuba after US announces criminal charges against Raúl Castro
BBC correspondent Will Grant reports from Havana, hours after the US charged former Cuban leader with conspiracy to kill US nationals and other crimes.
Why illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councils
A ban was meant to bring an end to the practice - but councils continue to fund illegal placements.
Unfair dismissal claims face five-year delay as tribunal backlog grows
Employment tribunal service delays mean people bringing unfair dismissal claims are waiting up to five years in England and Wales.
Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists
France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli port.
London bus driver dies after assault on bridge
Sergei Krajev, 64, was taken to hospital after he was found critically injured on Monday.
Samsung strike on hold as workers push for AI bonus
The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.
Race Across the World pals Jo and Kush on fame, friendship and family
The childhood best friends from Liverpool are the youngest duo in this series of the BBC show.
From AI to interceptors, Ukraine is trying to drone-proof its skies
After four years of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine has become far more successful at fighting off air raids.
The deadly plane attack at the centre of Castro's indictment
Raúl Castro was armed forces minister when Cuban military jets shot down two civilian planes operated by exiles of the communist country.
The Papers: 'Don't cap food prices' and '20ft from WW3'
A backlash against a food price cap proposal and Russian jets "buzz RAF spy plane" lead Thursday's papers.
How Trump's IRS settlement could block tax audits of him, his family and their businesses
Some lawmakers and legal experts say the department has violated federal law with its addendum to the settlement.
Trump moots talks with Taiwan's leader in departure from protocol
It comes as the US weighs whether to proceed with a $14bn arms sales to Taiwan, which China claims as its own.
Photographer charged with stealing camera of Bondi shooting victim after attack
The man is alleged to have stolen Peter Meagher's camera after the shooting and sold it days later.
SpaceX files for stock market flotation that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
Musk's rocket-maker and satellite internet provider will trade under the ticker SPCX
'At least it wasn't on my head': King laughs off bird poo misfortune
King Charles and Queen Camilla are continuing engagements on day two of their visit to Northern Ireland.
Backlash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins
The education secretary defends videos starring The Only Way Is Essex star promoting post-16 education.
Fuel duty freeze extended until the end of the year
Fuel duty was initially cut by 5p in March 2022, under the Conservative government.
Late Queen was 'very keen' for Andrew to be given trade envoy role
Newly released documents show that Queen Elizabeth had a "wish" for her son Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to take on a "prominent role".
NHS trust sacks staff over accessing Nottingham attacks victims' records
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust says investigations are ongoing.
UK migration drops to 171,000 - almost half 2024's figure
The prime minister says his government is delivering on its promise to restore control to the borders.
Tui ends sponsorship of Channel 4's Married at First Sight
The holiday company has cut ties with Married at First Sight following allegations of rape made by women on the UK edition.
Five held in council election fraud investigation
Four men and a woman, aged between 23 and 47, were held at addresses in Tameside earlier, police say.
Teenage boys sentenced for raping lone girls and filming attacks
The boys filmed themselves laughing and encouraging each other as they raped girls in separate attacks.
Air France and Airbus found guilty of manslaughter over 2009 plane crash
The companies were found guilty by a French court over an air disaster which killed 228 people.
Gaza flotilla activists deported from Israel as backlash over treatment grows
On Thursday, the UK confirmed it had summoned Israel's top diplomat in Britain to express its "condemnation" of the incident.
Met Police Palantir contract blocked by City Hall
City Hall has refused a contract worth up to £50m with the US technology firm Palantir.
I'm trapped in a retirement flat with a £20k service charge. I fear I'll never sell
Hundreds of people contacted BBC News after a report found families were being left with service charge debts after inheriting properties.
Iran steps up claim to control Strait of Hormuz
Iran publishes a map claiming "armed forces oversight" across more than 22,000 sq km of the waterway.
Chris Mason: VAT cut on summer fun - the announcement that didn't leak
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils measures aimed at helping families with the cost of living - but is it enough?
Why illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councils
A ban was meant to bring an end to the practice - but councils continue to fund illegal placements.
Meet the three Ellas racing through McLaren's F1 ranks
Ella Häkkinen, Ella Lloyd and Ella Stevens on horses, a Welsh dragon and their Rihanna-inspired nickname.
Protesters gather outside Ireland's parliament over Yves Sakila's 'disturbing' death
Yves Sakila, 35, died on one of Dublin's busiest shopping streets after an alleged shoplifting incident.
Green Party candidate pulls out of by-election hours after being announced
Chris Kennedy withdraws from the contest hours after he was named as the Green Party's candidate.
China says US should stop 'threats' against Cuba after ex-leader charged
It comes after the US charged Cuba's ex-leader with murder, the latest move putting pressure on the regime.
Sick walkers rescued after drinking river water on West Highland Way
Two walkers on the long distance route fell severely ill after drinking from a burn despite using filters.
A reluctant winner in ballot to create new laws
Last session's winner was Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, who brought forward the Assisted Dying Bill.
US-bound plane diverts to Canada after person from Ebola-hit region boards 'in error'
Officials did not specify if the passenger, who was coming from the Democratic Republic of Congo, was showing symptoms of the virus.
Farmer finds 80 cannabis-filled bin bags dumped on his land
Rob Morgan said he had seen various items dumped on his land before, but this was a "bit of a surprise".
Bournemouth Echo
Acclaimed west Dorset chef opens restaurant in Lyme Regis
A highly acclaimed chef from west Dorset has returned to his roots and opened a restaurant in Lyme Regis
Why locals claim they invented a British pub institution
Discover the local folklore behind Ringwood's claim to fame as the birthplace of one of Britain’s most popular pub names, The White Hart.
Popular splash park to remain closed throughout half-term
Christchurch splash park is due to remain closed during the upcoming half-term.
'I’ll paint them myself' - Resident frustrated at state of local lampposts
A local resident has raised concerns at the state of lampposts in the local area. Neil Fountain, from Malmesbury Park, was particularly shocked at the state of one lamppost in Shelbourne Road, Charminster, which appeared to be rusty and in a state of disrepair.
Five family friendly New Forest cycle routes for may half term
Away Resorts have highlighted the best family friendly cycling routes in the New Forest ahead of the May half term.
New Pokémon and collectables store to open in Southbourne
A new Pokémon and collectables shop will be opening its doors this weekend.
Step inside Harry Redknapp’s former Sandbanks mansion on sale for £12.5 million
REDKNAPP PROPERTY FOR SALE Get info from old articles
TikTok bingo star crowned 'best personality' at national awards
A TikTok bingo star has scooped a national award for having the 'best bingo personality'.
'More bad tenants than bad landlords': Dorset landlords criticise Renters Rights Act
Landlords across the region have been sharing their concerns about the Renters Rights Act, which came into force earlier this month. The act has removed Section 21 “no-fault” evictions, scraped fixed term contracts, and put an end to bidding wars.
Specsavers employee raises more than £1,000 for Parkinson's research
A woman from Ringwood has raised more than £1,000 in support of Parkinson's disease research through multiple fundraising efforts.
New Post Office opens in Bournemouth town centre
A POST office has reopened in the heart of Bournemouth town centre.
‘It’s like cleaning a festival every day’ - Meet the rangers guarding our seafront
FROM clearing 2,000 tonnes of waste to reuniting lost children – meet the team of dedicated seafront rangers who keep BCP’s award-winning beaches alive and safe.
Asda worker braves 30 days of sea swims for breast cancer charities
A woman who completed a 30-day sea swim challenge has helped raise hundreds of pounds for breast cancer charities.
Former Dorset Police officer found guilty of gross misconduct
A former police officer who began a sexual relationship with a vulnerable woman has been found to have committed gross misconduct.
Two arrested after woman 'assaulted' outside kebab shop
Two arrests have been made after a woman was reportedly assaulted outside a kebab shop in Poole.
Three boys avoid prison for raping two girls in New Forest town
Three teenage boys have been sentenced for a knife-point rape and other serious sexual offences against two teenage girls in Hampshire.
BCP Council still waiting for Government decision over tougher parking fines
Council calls for The Government to urgently make a decision on allowing a stronger powers to tackle illegal parking ahead of the summer season.
6 pets at Margaret Green Animal Rescue who dream of finding a cosy new home
A number of pets at the Dorset centres of Margaret Green Animal Rescue are looking to find new homes in the county
Adventure Wonderland redevelopment recommended for refusal
Plans to redevelop the former Adventure Wonderland theme park has been recommended for refusal, due to concern for safety and the part of the site being used for airport parking.
Bournemouth MP visits specialist SEN college in Boscombe
Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes attended an Open Day hosted by SWRAC to learn how the Boscombe specialist college is supporting young people with SEN.
Vikki Slade MP calls for better funding for fire and rescue services
Vikki Slade MP met with fire minister Samantha Dixon MP to raise concerns about plans to close fire stations across Dorset and Wiltshire.
Tom Hayes MP welcomes crackdown on organised crime on high streets
Tom Hayes MP has welcomed new Government action to crack down on organised crime gangs exploiting Britain’s high streets through rogue businesses.
Bournemouth gets its first Reform mayor after historic meeting
Bournemouth has its first Reform mayor and deputy mayor after a historic first town council meeting which saw a “changing of the guard”
Bournemouth set to be hotter than some Greek islands this Bank Holiday
The Met Office has confirmed the south of England could see temperatures peak at 33°C this Bank Holiday Monday, with highs of at least 30°C expected throughout the weekend.
Police warn over gift card scam involving tampering and fake giveaways
RESIDENTS are reminded to stay vigilant against gift card scams involving payment demands, card tampering and fake online giveaways.
Hunt for a man in relation to a reported malicious communications
AN IMAGE has been issued of a man in relation to a reported malicious communications.
Man arrested following search for unlicensed firearm in derelict building
A SEARCH has been carried out of a derelict building after reports of an unlicensed firearm at an address.
Council hits back at 'poor communication' claims on town centre roadworks
BCP Council has pushed back at claims there was a “lack of communication” regarding the roadworks taking place in Bournemouth town centre. Businesses on Gervis Place— the road which will be closed for upgrades until early 2027— told the Echo they were not given sufficient notice about impending works.
A unit belonging to We Buy Any Car broken into in Poole
Poole Police are investigating a commercial burglary in Poole and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Licence fees to rise for caravan and park home sites in BCP area
Owners of caravan sites across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will see higher licence fees from October
Pet shops, breeders and zoos to pay more for animal licences
Pet shops, animal boarders and zoos will soon see increases to the amount they have to pay for licences
Four of the best local spots that are perfect for indulging in afternoon tea
From coastal views to countryside calm, Dorset and its surround areas offers no shortage of charming spots to indulge in afternoon tea.
New Forest business owner receives national recognition
A business owner has received national recognition for her work in raising the profile of her brand.
Man, 30, arrested after two teens attacked and have sweets stolen
A witness appeal has been released after two teenage boys were assaulted and their sweets were stolen in Lymington.
Urgent appeal to find missing man in Bournemouth
An urgent appeal has been launched to find a missing man in Bournemouth.
Inquest opens into death of New Forest woman
An inquest has opened into the death of a New Forest woman who died from drug toxicity.
Global Afrobeat legend set to perform at major venue in Poole
A leading figure in the global Afrobeat music scene is set to perform in Poole at the end of this month
RNLI lifeguards set to begin main season at Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
From May 23, six more beaches across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will return to RNLI lifeguard service until September 6.
Golf club seniors captain fundraising for hospice charity in memory of his wife
Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has been selected as Charity of the Year by Isle of Purbeck Golf Club’s Seniors Captain, Stuart Hopkins.
The Famous Five adventure returns to Purbeck for the first time in 80 years
For the first time in 80 years, Purbeck will welcome the return of the Famous Five through a collaboration between the National Trust and Blyton Books.
£5m investment approved to improve and safeguard seafront
A major £5 million investment to safeguard and improve Swanage’s seafront has been approved by Dorset Council’s Cabinet.
Hundreds call for zebra crossing on busy Dorset route
Hundreds of residents are calling for a new zebra crossing on a busy route in Wimborne.
Popular children's story character to visit Dorset museum this week
Stick Man will be visiting the Tank Museum in Bovington, Dorset, on May 24, as part of a nature-themed week of activities inspired by the natural world.
Man made menacing phone call and threatened break-in - In The Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
New giving app from Bournemouth founder aims to reshape UK philanthropy
Legacy, based in Bournemouth, brings together more than 11,000 UK charities into a single app, allowing users to support multiple causes with a single donation.
New trustee at Dorset foundation aims to bring global experience to local giving
Jennie Paterson has joined Dorset Community Foundation as a trustee, returning to Dorset after an international career in senior financial asset management.
Major community music event to take place at Swanage theatre next month
The Big Sing, a major community music event, is taking place at The Mowlem Theatre in Swanage on Saturday, June 20.
Insurance group announces acquisition of specialist broker
An insurance group has completed a new acquisition to support its ongoing expansion plans.
Wimborne Gardening Club enjoy busy May with series of successful events
At the club's May meeting, over 50 members enjoyed a presentation by David Bassil, who demonstrated how to plant hanging baskets.
Legendary guitarist to headline Dorset music festival this weekend
Scottish legend and singer-songwriter Donovan is set to headline this weekend's Purbeck Guitar Festival in Poole.
Rising number of BCP residents experiencing cuckooing
A criminal act known as cuckooing is now formally recognised by law to protect those at risk and recognise its devastating impact on vulnerable people.
Record-breaking adventurer to host inspiring free talk at New Forest care home
Louis Alexander, a three-time world record holder and endurance athlete, will speak at a free event at Mornington Court care home in New Milton on May 27.
Millie College wins Ofsted praise for "inclusive" and "innovative" SEND support
Ofsted has praised a college for its rapid progress and positive impact on learners in its first report after opening in 2022.
New nature-inspired pre-school to launch in Christchurch in September
Pouncing Panthers Pre-School in Christchurch will officially launch in September, offering childcare and early education for children aged one to four.
Dorset volunteers contribute thousands of hours as care sector reliance grows
In the last quarter of 2025, 208 volunteers contributed 3,806 hours to Dorset Healthcare University NHS Foundation Trust's community and care services.
“Incredibly proud” mum as 7-year-old wins Girlguiding Hero Award for her "kindness"
A seven-year-old girl from Poole has been awarded a Girlguiding hero award after organising a bake sale fundraiser to support one-year-old Melody fighting with rare cancer.
Alcohol-related deaths in Bournemouth reach record high
Alcohol-specific deaths have reached a record high in Bournemouth, according to analysis from the Office for National Statistics.
Businesses criticise council for "lack of communication" on town centre roadworks
Businesses affected by the impending roadworks along Gervis Place have criticised BCP council for a lack of communication.
Antiques shop in Blandford Forum with 20 individual traders to host summer fair
The Old Grainstore Emporium in Blandford Forum, known for its unique collection of vintage, retro, and antique items, will host a summer fair on Sunday, July 5.
Formula 1
Trivia: Guess the track
“Guess the Track” puts your F1 knowledge to the test with a simple challenge: we show you a picture from a Grand Prix venue… and you tell us which track it is!
Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2026 Canadian GP
As F1 heads to the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve for the Canadian Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
All you need to know about the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Formula 1 is back on track this weekend with the Canadian Grand Prix. But how much do you know about Montreal’s Circuit Gilles Villeneuve? F1.com present your all-in-one guide…
Best value early bets for the Canadian Grand Prix
We’ve assessed the latest F1 markets and selected some early bets offering the best value.
What is the Wall of Champions – and who has crashed there?
Formula 1 returns to action this weekend with the Canadian Grand Prix, held at Montreal’s Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. A unique blend of track characteristics, it features one of the biggest challenges on the F1 calendar – the so-called ‘Wall of Champions’.
Every F1 driver’s penalty points before Canada
Here are the number of penalty points that each driver holds ahead of Round 5 of the 2026 season, the Canadian Grand Prix.
Windows Central
Whoa, this nifty Forza Horizon 6 mod lets you play your Spotify music through the in-game radio — here's how it works (and why you can't use it yet)
This sweet Forza Horizon 6 mod lets you play your own Spotify music through the in-game radio, but it's not available yet due to a Nexus Mods complication.
Fallout 4 is finally getting this huge update on Xbox and PlayStation 6 months late next week — Bethesda's RPG will never be the same on consoles
Bethesda is finally giving Fallout 4 on Xbox and PlayStation the mod storage increase update that was originally supposed to come to the RPG months ago.
Microsoft's Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hires "widely respected" gaming industry analyst for strategy — the move helps "position Xbox for the future”
In her latest wave of Xbox leadership hires, CEO Asha Sharma has brought industry analyst Matthew Ball and two others into the fold at Microsoft.
The old Metro‑era Xbox 360 dashboard lives on as one fan recreates the classic experience on PC with impressive attention to detail
A fan project called DashX360 recreates the classic Xbox 360 Metro dashboard experience on PC, complete with Steam integration, social features, and a functional Xbox Guide.
Oh boy, it's real: the Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 dev is making a new The Lord of the Rings RPG in Middle-earth — and a third KCD game is coming next year, too
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 developer Warhorse Studios is officially working on a The Lord of the Rings RPG, and also a new KCD game that's coming soon.
Microsoft Teams is retiring Together mode, and I'll miss the quirky feature
Microsoft will retire Teams Together mode on June 30, removing the shared views introduced during the remote‑work boom. The company says the change will simplify meetings and reduce cognitive load.
007: First Light's global launch times have been announced — Here's exactly when you can play James Bond's latest adventure where you are
IO Interactive has announced the global launch times for 007: First Light, an upcoming action-adventure game that will tell the tale of James Bond from an upstart rookie into the iconic secret agent he is today.
The next Xbox may drop the disc drive, but players seem ready for disc‑to‑digital — if it's even real
Poll results and community reactions show strong interest in disc‑to‑digital, even though the program isn’t confirmed. With Project Helix potentially dropping the disc drive, readers are signalling how they want Xbox to handle discs.
Laffgaff
How many time zones does Russia have?
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Coffee Taster
I don't think I could cope with a job as a coffee taster. How do they sleep at night?
Itsfoss
Warp's Oz Platform Can Now Run Claude Code and Codex Alongside Its Own Agent
The devs have also rolled out automatic multi-agent coordination and expanded self-hosting options.
FOSS Weekly #26.21: Microsoft's Distro, Bitwarden Drama, Adobe on Linux, New Email Client and More
Fedora no longer trusts on AI ... or so it seems for now.
Rust Could Eliminate 80% of Linux Kernel CVEs!
Linux's stable maintainer is betting on a new Rust type to address a class of bugs C has never been able to fully prevent.