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Young women tell BBC of rape, assault and harassment at Army training college for teenagers
They say the incidents happened at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate when they were aged 17.
University of Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row resigns
Prof Jason Arday said he had "concluded that the only way to bring this chapter to an end is to step away".
Car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers despite visa changes
The rules were tightened in July 2025 to restrict the scheme mostly to graduate-level employees who would be earning at least £41,700.
Half of vaccines are binned - 'fridge-free' versions could change that
Scientists have kept vaccines stable at room temperature for a year, which could transform global vaccination.
Why phones on loudspeaker may become just another noise
Playing music or videos out loud on your phone is bemoaned by many - but in the future, it might not seem so outlandish
Banned from football at home, Afghan women's team reunite 8,000 miles away
Women in the team, which is recognised by Fifa, say football has given them freedom and independence.
Meta says AI model accessed the internet and hacked another firm
Meta is the latest company to disclose an AI agent breach, raising cyber-security concerns.
Walk-in mental health centres to open in banks and libraries across England
Government plans network of nearly 200 specialist services to help those facing mental health crises.
Families express anger over jailed funeral boss's letter
Robert Bush issues an open letter of apology to families affected by the Hull funeral scandal.
Iran says deal with Oman on Strait of Hormuz is in final stages
Neither the US or Oman have commented on the proposed agreement on the vital waterway.
AI or real? BBC analyses viral China disaster videos
As weather events become more extreme, fake videos are being shared rapidly online, and it’s causing real world problems in China.
Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: Can my boss tell me what to wear in summer?
Here's how to style for success while keeping your cool - and where you and your boss stand on your wardrobe.
The 'education gap' hiding behind picture-perfect Cornwall and Devon
Behind the South West's postcard image, poverty and isolation are limiting opportunities for many young people.
Sunshine to meal times: How to beat jet lag
With bags packed and boarding passes at the ready, what can you do to keep your body clock on track?
In Odesa, no-one is safe from Russia's new Black Sea strikes
Blackened ships and smashed docks mark Russia's recent surge of attacks on Ukraine's coastline.
'I've had to Botox my CV': Are AI recruitment tools affecting women's careers?
Are AI recruitment tools disadvantaging women who are seeking to return to the workplace?
UK papers: 'Plagiarism row professor resigns' and 'West End stab rampage'
A Cambridge University professor's resignation dominates many of Thursday's papers.
Cashing in on SpaceX: 'Every chance I get, I'll sell a little more'
Andre Lavoie joined SpaceX in 2009 as an engineer, now he's looking to cash in his shares in the company.
See the Sun like never before with most detailed images yet
New images and footage of the Sun show "whirlpools" of activity that it has not been possible to see before.
Man extradited to UK and charged over alleged hit-and-run death of Keaton Slater
A Latvian man charged with causing death by dangerous driving over the 2024 collision will appear in court on Thursday.
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing arrives in Thailand on first trip as civilian leader
The military leader has been barred from western countries and accused of crimes against humanity.
Woman arrested after four stabbed in central London
A woman is arrested after four men are stabbed in central London, the Metropolitan Police said.
Ex neo-Nazi activist withdraws as Tory election candidate
Kemi Badenoch says Joshua Bonehill-Paine will now advise the Conservatives on tackling extremism.
Nigerian security forces rescue more than 300 abductees
Nigeria's government says the rescue is the country's largest single-day operation by joint security forces.
El-Sayed's victory in Michigan sends tremors through Democratic Party
His win in Michigan sets up a high-stakes contest in November, testing a left-wing candidate's popularity in a swing state.
Burnham orders review of grooming gang early releases
The announcement of the review comes after the Tory leader raised concerns that child sex offenders could leave jail early.
Calls for inquiry into Army training college for teenagers after reports of rape and abuse
Four women told the BBC they were sexually assaulted and harassed while attending the Army Foundation College (AFC) at Harrogate in North Yorkshire.
Stephen Bear jailed for breaching restraining order
The reality TV contestant is back in prison after admitting a harassment charge regarding Georgia Harrison.
Two police officers injured during second night of anti-immigration disorder in Norfolk
Norfolk Police attend two nights of disorder in Thetford as MP condemns "ugly scenes".
Trump denies US weapons shortage and says information 'leakers' being 'hunted down'
While precise data is classified, publicly available information suggests the US has used up many difficult-to-manufacture weapons.
Met Police boss admits mistake over Cambridge professor plagiarism row
Sir Mark Rowley says his force "dropped the ball" after it investigated a reporter looking into claims about Jason Arday.
All of England's rivers and lakes polluted with chemicals, officials say
A comprehensive assessment of England's waterways is the first in six years and shows little improvement.
Boxer charged with killing aid worker in Greece after his wife gave police 'key' details
Sharif Ahmadzai, who is 26 and from Afghanistan, faces charges of homicide with intent, robbery and weapons offences.
Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory
Ukraine's president says the strikes aim to limit revenues Russia "used to finance" its war.
Why is Amanda Knox's upcoming Edinburgh Fringe comedy show causing controversy?
Meredith Kercher's sister told the BBC her sibling "wouldn't find these topics of any comedy value".
Serious questions for Cambridge after professor at centre of plagiarism row resigns
Jason Arday’s resignation poses questions about standards and a push for diversity, writes education editor Branwen Jeffreys.
Why playing your phone out loud in public might become the new normal
Playing music or videos out loud on your phone is bemoaned by many - but in the future, it might not seem so outlandish
Half of vaccines are binned - 'fridge-free' versions could change that
Scientists have kept vaccines stable at room temperature for a year, which could transform global vaccination.
EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm
The no-frills carrier agrees to be bought by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor drops out.
All schools in England to get pupil attendance targets, government says
The BBC understands schools will not be penalised for missing targets, but they will be monitored.
US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing
The committee will now refer him for possible prosecution for refusing to answer questions about his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Farmer jailed for lodger's 'body in barrel' murder
Richard Dyson's body was not found until nearly six years after he disappeared in rural Barnsley.
Car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers despite visa changes
The rules were tightened in July 2025 to restrict the scheme mostly to graduate-level employees who would be earning at least £41,700.
Funeral of Irish actress Brenda Fricker takes place in Dublin
Fricker won the Oscar for best supporting actress in 1990 for her performance in My Left Foot.
Referrals to Prevent anti-terror scheme at record high
The Home Office says the 10-year-high in referrals could be due to the 2024 Southport attacks.
Mark Hughes' son died of sudden adult death syndrome
Alex Hughes was found collapsed at his home in Macclesfield, Cheshire, on 19 June by his two sons.
Bournemouth Echo
Couple 'unable to work' after alleged assault by festival security staff
A Poole couple say they cannot work after they were allegedly injured in a confrontation with security staff at Poole Harbour Festival.
Remembering community fun and music on the quay 20 years ago
At Christchurch Regatta in 2006, Stormtroopers on the grass and tribute bands booming along the River Stour drew the crowds — but change was already reshaping the town.
Huge pier over the sea is beating heart of Dorset's coastline
Stretching over the swirling waters of the south coast, Bournemouth Pier is a playground and so much more than a Victorian relic
The 'delightful oasis' of a Dorset cafe where you can pick your own blueberries
The Flowerbarn Cafe at Brothers Farm near Ferndown has earned plenty of praise from visitors
New independent chair appointed to lead West Howe Pride in Place Board
Rev Dan Washbrook will head the West Howe Pride in Place Board that will see up to £20 million invested in the area over the next 10 years.
Award-winning Poole tutor to host first-of-its-kind education event for families
The Dorset Education Conversation, organised by Poppy Parmar-Phillips, will take place at Rockwater Branksome on Wednesday, August 26 at 5:30pm.
Arts University Bournemouth hosts children's commissioner for youth discussion
Dame Rachel de Souza, the children's commissioner for England, visited Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) to meet with participants in the Being a Boy project
Cherries named 'most expensive team to follow home and away for the 26/27 season'
AFC Bournemouth has been named the most expensive team to follow home and away in 26/27 Premier League season
Annual Big Teddy Takeover helps raise thousands of pounds for Julia's House
Children in Dorset took part in Julia’s House Children’s Hospice’s Big Teddy Takeover during Children’s Hospice Week, expected to raise more than £7,000.
BH homeowners reduced their asking prices by average of £13k in past 12 months
Professional fast homebuyers and auctioneers Property Solvers has revealed the areas in Bournemouth where home sellers have been reducing their prices the most.
Viral sensation to perform with Katherine Jenkins at Bournemouth Pavilion
Swiss cellist Jodok Vuille, known as Jodok Cello, will perform at Bournemouth Pavilion on October 9, as a guest on Katherine Jenkins’ 25 Year Anniversary Tour.
Magical new family show based on picture book to come to Dorset venue in October
Betty and the Yeti will run at Lighthouse Poole from October 24, to October 30, and features a 50-metre woollen scarf, hand-knitted by the Crafty Ladies.
View from the Town Council column: Cllr Patrick Connolly
We are all looking at the straw coloured grass at the moment, but gardeners know that however bad things look, as long as the roots are ok, they will survive.
Care home staff in Poole complete skydive to raise funds for Alzheimer's Society
Carers from Upton Bay Care Home in Hamworthy completed a sponsored skydive, raising £4,000 for the Alzheimer’s Society after jumping from the skies on August 1.
Couple scammed out of thousands by now convicted Poole con man
A couple who state they were scammed by dodgy dealer Mark Lowe have opened up about the ordeal which saw them lose thousands of pounds.
Dorset venue to welcome new production of Little Shop of Horrors in October
A new co-production of Little Shop of Horror will run at Lighthouse Poole from Tuesday, October 20, to Saturday, October 24.
Skyborne installs new pilot training simulator at Bournemouth Airport facility
Skyborne, one of the world’s leading airline pilot training academies, has installed a brand-new Airbus A320 Flight Training Device at Bournemouth Airport.
Free family adventures await as National Racehorse Week returns this month
National Racehorse Week returns from August 22-August 31 and will include more than 85 open days, including more than 21 events across south west and Wales.
Cancer rehabilitation programme from BH Live in the running for a national award
BH Live is celebrating national recognition after being shortlisted as a finalist in the Healthier Communities Award category at the ukactive Awards 2026.
Annual Upton in Bloom Horticultural and Craft Show to return next weekend
The annual Upton in Bloom Horticultural & Craft Show returns to Upton Community Centre on Saturday, August 15, promising a vibrant display of talent.
Dorset housebuilder donates more than £350,000 to local communities
Barratt David Wilson Homes has contributed a total of £357,506 to charities across Dorset, Hampshire, and West Sussex, as part of its community support efforts.
Chef and cookshop to serve up Spanish flavour at food festival next month
Colm McKavanagh from Wimborne will collaborate with Salamander Cookshop for the Wimborne Food Festival on September 19
New strategy approved to improve experience of council tenants in New Forest
New Forest District Council’s (NFDC) Cabinet approved the 'Housing Landlord Tenancy Management Strategy' on August 5.
New Forest District Council cabinet approves changes to its Local Plan review
New Forest District Council's cabinet has approved changes to its Local Plan review to align with the government's updated planning framework.
New adaptation of a Christmas Carol opens at Swanage venue this December
SCROOGE, a brand-new adaptation of A Christmas Carol created especially for Swanage, opens at The Mowlem this December.
Small businesses in Bournemouth invited to trade at town's Christmas market
Weekly trading slots are on offer for small businesses at the Best of Bournemouth Christmas Pop-Up Shop, located in the Bournemouth Christmas Market.
Record breaking numbers of hedgehogs brought to rescue centre as temperatures soar
Record numbers of hedgehogs have been brought into a Dorset rescue centre as hot, dry weather continues to take its toll on the animals.
Major new M&S Foodhall to open next week
Poole's new M&S Foodhall is set to open next week.
Monthly writer's meet-up in Dorset invites authors and writers of all abilities
The Society of Authors' Dorset group, led by June McLeod, gathers at the Hall on the Hill, Marlow Drive, Christchurch.
International music tour to make long-awaited return to Dorset venue in October
African Soul Rebels, an acclaimed celebration of African music and activism, returns to Lighthouse Poole for the first time since 2011 on Saturday, October 3.
Wildfire and drought advice issued for homeowners by Poole insurance broker
Dominic Glen, branch manager at Poole insurance broker Howden, warned that the current situation has left homes and land vulnerable.
Next of kin appeal issued for man who died at home in Bournemouth
Dorset coroner issues next of kin appeal for Colin James Caldow, 68, who died in Bournemouth. Death not suspicious. Contact 01202 123900 with info.
Dusty Boots line dancing and country boom as events launch in Poole
A new wave of line dancing and country themed nights are seeing a huge boom across Hampshire and the New Forest and are set to land in Poole this week.
"I don't want to die in hospital mum": Family fighting to bring son with cancer home
A courageous mother is fighting to buy more precious moments with her son who is battling an incurable form of cancer
'Scary' moment as retired teacher finds unexploded object at beauty spot
"Copper bracelet" on Mupe Bay beach turns out to be unexploded shell
Honey drips through ceiling as thousands of bees swarm charity HQ
Thousands of bees invaded the headquarters of a New Forest charity, damaging the building and sparking an emergency fundraising appeal
Convicted child image offender admits 14 breaches of order
A Lymington man has been remanded in custody after multiple breaches of a sexual harm prevention order and failing to comply with sex offender register conditions.
Campaigners win battle to save beloved bridge over New Forest stream
Campaigners have won their battle to save a busy footbridge that connects their village to a popular walking area in the New Forest
Dog bite leaves woman injured near park in Poole
A woman in her 30s was bitten on the leg by a dog in Poole.
Holiday park firm orders safeguarding review after convicted sex predator groped boys
Away Resorts will carry out a full safeguarding review after a convicted child sex predator was allowed to work at an Isle of Wight holiday park, where he groped three young boys.
Decision due on plans to more than double rooms at Premier Inn
Premier Inn is looking to more than double the number of rooms at a New Forest hotel, in a major expansion planners say should get the green light.
Horse rider hospitalised with serious injuries after animal bolts from vehicle scare
A horse rider has been hospitalised and sustained serious injuries after a motorist spooked their horse causing it to bolt on a road in Poole.
More than 200-mile walk raises awareness of county lines threat
A walk along Dorset’s county border is aiming to raise awareness of a serious threat facing young people across the county.
Man charged after criminal damage 'rampage' in Southbourne Grove
A man has been charged with eight offences of criminal damage after several businesses in the Southbourne Grove area were targeted back in June.
Suspected class A drugs, cannabis and offensive weapons found in police raid
Yesterday, officers from the Bournemouth North Neighbourhood Policing Team executed a warrant at a local address following information and concerns raised by members of the community.
Millionaire's £4m Sandbanks mansion could be torn down over planning row with celeb
A millionaire could be forced to demolish his brand new £4m home on Sandbanks after a neighbour successfully sued the council over the planning process for it.
Man airlifted to hospital after assault outside pub
A critical care team and air ambulance attended a man who was assaulted by another man outside a pub in Bournemouth last night.
Savers giving away free goody bags worth £15 today for its Summer Bonanza
Savers Health and Beauty is giving away goodie bags worth £15 to its first 500 customers today in Bournemouth.
'Deliberate' fire saw trees and bushes 'well alight' in Poole
A crew from Poole were called to Halstock Crescent, Poole, at 8.21pm yesterday evening, following reports of a small fire in the open.
Formula 1
The stats showing how Antonelli has stepped up in 2026
F1.com delves into the data to assess just how much of a step up Kimi Antonelli has made from his rookie season to his sophomore campaign with Mercedes.
From boyband to leading man – Button’s fashion evolution
20 years on from Jenson Button’s first Grand Prix victory in Hungary, here’s how the 2009 World Champion’s style evolved throughout his career.
Why Cadillac's debut season is anything but point-less
It is always tough for a new team to join Formula 1 and Cadillac have faced some early problems, but don't bet against them picking up points in 2026.
Why Bottas believes his best years are still to come
Valtteri Bottas tells F1.com about his journey with Cadillac so far, why he appreciates life in F1 more than ever, and why his best years are still ahead.
Windows Central
Halo Studios is the latest Xbox Games Studio to be hit by layoffs just days after Campaign Evolved launch, as reports reveal "troubled" development
A number of developers previously employed at Halo Studios have posted on LinkedIn confirming layoffs at the studio.
With this new discount, this laptop becomes a much better option for buyers who prioritize battery life and dependable performance
Best Buy is offering a 20% "Microsoft College Offer" for the Lenovo Yoga 2-in-1 16-inch laptop that, while flawed, is still worth the money for its solid battery life, storage space, and performance rates for work.
Xbox will finally let you record party chat in gameplay clips, and more
Xbox has announced several new console features being rolled out for Xbox Insiders and common users, including voice chat in game captures, new ways to view achievements, better control over cloud saves, and more Xbox games addable to wishlists.
Confirmed: Xbox 'Platinum' completion achievements are coming "later this year"
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma just confirmed that the team is working on "Platinum"-style achievement completion recognition, slated for later this year.
Microsoft is updating even more parts of the Windows 11 UI with modern designs: Here's what's next on the list of overhauls
Everything from the Start menu to legacy File Explorer dialogs are being rewritten with WinUI in the coming months. This is what to expect.
Here's a quick look (and listen) at Xbox's new voice clip recording feature, available to insiders
Microsoft has been rapidly iterating on new Xbox features lately. Here's the latest headline act, which some have asked for since the Xbox One days.
Minecraft's long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade is now official — here's what's new and when you can get it
At long last Microsoft will be releasing a proper Nintendo Switch 2 version of Minecraft later this year. Here's when you can get it and what you'll be getting.
Netflix will be showing us more about GTA 6 real soon, and no, that's not a joke
The next time we see more about GTA 6, the most anticipated video game in history, it'll be on Netflix.
I never thought I'd call a Razer gaming keyboard a bargain, but the wired Huntsman V3 Pro is a steal right now
Razer's discounted Huntsman V3 Pro is built for gaming performance but offers a superb typing feel, making it a standout bargain for student gamers.
Microsoft filings suggest "around 70%" of its AI revenue is concentrated entirely on OpenAI — which seems rather unhealthy
Recent analysis showed that Microsoft's AI business, while seemingly booming, still carries a somewhat enormous Sam Altman-shaped risk.
Laffgaff
What 1976 song by the Eagles features a mysterious inn that you can’t leave?
Hotel California.
Pyramid Garage
A newly found pyramid in Egypt actually had a garage. There's a sign on it saying Toot and Come In.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #26.32: Kittens, Feed Readers, Free Bash Course, No AI in Kernel Staging and More
RSS feed is one way to escape the clutches of algorithms.
After Nearly a Decade of Distro Hopping, I Realized It Was Never About the Distro
Some lessons are learned the hard way....or in this case, the looong way.