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PM asks justice secretary to find way to keep PC Harper's killers in jail
Andy Burnham is confident a solution can be found to exclude two of PC Harper's killers from an early release scheme, the BBC understands.
Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said town centres had been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.
At least 132 killed in Colombia's largest earthquake in years
More than 480 people were injured in the quakes, with more feared trapped under collapsed buildings.
England set to eliminate hepatitis C
England is on track to become one of the first countries in the world to eliminate hepatitis C, a dangerous virus that attacks the liver, figures show.
Jewish school heads spend more time on security than education, review finds
It's one of the findings from an independent review into antisemitism in schools and colleges.
'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men
Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.
Firefighting in New Forest to continue for several days
One woman says she thought her family's car might go up in flames as the fire took hold on Sunday.
The lonely Chinese men being conned by fake brides
"Flash marriage" scams are an extreme symptom of a demographic crisis long in the making in China.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak: When and where to catch a glimpse
On Wednesday night the Perseids will peak offering the best chance of seeing a 'shooting star'.
Canada flight cancelled after child refuses to wear seat belt
The incident has sparked a debate over child safety and discipline on commercial planes.
Watch: What we know about Tupac murder suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis
The trial of the 63-year-old former gang boss kicked off on Monday, and he has entered a not guilty plea.
Disabled in a heatwave: 'We're talking about survival'
Disabled campaigners say the official advice for staying safe in a heatwave can put them in more danger.
My brother was found dead – but police didn't realise for days that he had been shot
Brian Low was murdered while walking his dog by a former colleague whose hatred had festered for years.
'I felt Tourette's would ruin my life, now I teach at Cambridge'
Amanda Cole previously hid her condition but now wants others to "tic freely" without embarrassment.
The Papers: '45m Brits in drought' and a 'Not-so-small boats crisis'
More of the UK is declared to be in drought an a "mega-dinghy" crossing the Channel leads Tuesday's papers.
'We've had a lot of close calls': Canada wildfire evacuees wonder if they still have homes
More than 12,000 people have been forced to evacuate and some homes have been lost after a wildfire tore through Canada's picturesque Okanagan region.
What he told me made my blood run cold - Michael Sheen investigates Wales' toxic legacy
Michael Sheen investigates claims cancer-causing chemicals were dumped across Wales.
Trump signs order to limit childhood vaccines and split MMR shots
The American Academy of Pediatrics calls the recommendation on measles, mumps and rubella shots "dangerous".
No evidence of data breach after Chinese-made component found in Navy drones, MoD says
The Royal Navy's new sea drones were found to include a Chinese-made component which sent communication to a Chinese IP address.
Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
The Home Office says it shows the "reckless and dangerous tactics" used by gangs "cramming ever greater numbers on to unseaworthy vessels".
Trump Media reports $238m loss as crypto falls
The firm says it will refocus on social media, which includes a plan to sell faster access to Trump's posts.
Jackie, the famous California bald eagle, dies after weeks of intensive care
Jackie and her partner, Shadow, had been watched by millions of people over the years through the Big Bear Eagle Nest Cam.
Vandals target playground before it has even opened
The playground was due to open to the public later this week, the council says.
Bournemouth Echo
Pupils raise money for breast cancer unit on Throwback Thursday
The children dressed as spiders, beetles and ladybirds for an ugly bug ball at the Poole school on July 20, 1999.
Plans launched to protect and celebrate ‘rich heritage’ of BCP area
Residents, businesses, and visitors are being invited to help shape the future of heritage in their communities.
More calls for BCP to release list of owned and leased land and properties
The Green Party has joined calls for BCP Council to release a list of all its owned and leased land and properties.
'This cannot continue' - properties damaged in slingshot attacks
Children have been accused of terrorising a Ferndown suburb with a slingshot, with residents warning "this cannot continue.”
Bus services in Turlin Moor suspended after rock thrown through window
Morebus suspends services in Turlin Moor following bus window incident
Canford Cliffs garden goes bananas after multiple summer heatwaves
A banana plant has fruited outdoors in a Poole garden, an understandably rare occurrence which is thanks to this summer’s soaring temperatures.
Developer’s bid to turn 19ft garage into Sandbanks home rejected for fourth time
A developer’s bid to turn a tiny garage in Sandbanks into a two-bedroom home has been rejected.
Plans to convert Sherborne hotel into extra care apartments could be scuppered
A PLANNING policy clash could scupper plans to convert a Sherborne hotel into extra care apartments.
West Lulworth building could be changed into a seasonal hot food takeaway
A WEST Lulworth building could be changed into a seasonal hot food takeaway.
Man handed 18 month ban for Christmas Day drug driving - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Dorset Rural Crime Team launch "Operation Galileo" with "serious consequences"
Dedicated patrols targeting poachers and hare coursers have been launched in Dorset.
Council to consider proposal to introduce measures to tackle traffic gridlock
The council is going to considering a motion to address traffic congestion and air quality.
Details released for planned £1.4m refurb of eight play areas
Finalised concept designs have been released for revamps at eight play spaces across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole, costing more than £1.4 million.
Hockey's Farm Shop wins four Great Taste Awards for artisan produce
A New Forest farm shop has been recognised among the world’s top food and drink producers after winning four awards at this year’s prestigious Great Taste Awards.
Armed police descend on train station after 'firearm' reports
Armed police were deployed to a train station following reports that two men had been seen carrying suspected firearms in Poole.
Dorset Police officer arrested for suspected misconduct and data protection offences
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Wimborne pupils take on 'unforgettable' 72ft sailing voyage
Ten students have returned from a life-changing sailing adventure aboard a 72ft ocean-going yacht.
Windows Central
Amid RAM price hikes, Microsoft reportedly raises Windows license cost, forcing OEMs to hike prices even further on hardware
A new report claims Microsoft has raised the cost of the Windows license by up to 10% for certain OEMs, which is much higher than usual.
Xbox CTO shares an explanation of Xbox Live's recent down time, in a refreshing display of transparency
Scott Van Vliet, the CTO of Xbox, shared more details on what went wrong during Xbox's recent major outage, what's been done to fix it, and what Microsoft's plans are for what comes next.
Microsoft isn't scrapping its unwanted OneDrive Photos app; it's just giving you a way to get rid of it
Microsoft plans to release its OneDrive Photos app that rolled out accidentally, but the tech giant will let you uninstall it and have options for admins to manage the app.
Notchify brings macOS-style “Dynamic Island” flair to Windows 11 — and it’s surprisingly useful if you can get by the ick factor
Notchify is an indie Windows app that recreates Apple’s “Dynamic Island” concept, turning it into a customizable hub for notifications, media, and widgets. Available on the Microsoft Store for $1.99 with a free trial, Notchify blends playful design with practical utility, making it a surprisingly handy addition to any Windows setup.