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Military base asylum plans granted planning approval
The Home Office's application to house up to 1,256 men at the site near Bicester was fast-tracked.
Junior doctor burnout putting maternity patients at risk, says regulator
Trainee doctors delivering babies are more likely to suffer from overwork and burnout than other specialties, evidence suggests.
Ex-Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang summoned to testify before Congress about affair with alleged Chinese spy
Huang abruptly quit on Thursday as head of one of the world's most valuable companies after revelations of alleged extramarital affairs.
Zelensky welcomes US bringing Europe into Russia-Ukraine peace talks
The Ukrainian president says it makes sense for European leaders to be involved as Ukraine hopes to eventually join the EU.
The school where white working-class pupils defy the odds
Politicians are worried about the outcomes of white, working-class pupils. But one school in Sunderland seems to have defied gravity
Timothée Chalamet among Hollywood stars and charity heroes stepping up for BBC Children In Need
Viewers of the annual TV charity event will see the actor playing a prank on Rylan.
Burnham says 'win-win' deal can be agreed between UK and EU
The prime minister says the deal could be "more like the Brexit people thought they were voting for" in 2016.
Russian warship hit by Ukrainian drone in Gulf of Finland
The attack is thought to be the first time Ukrainian drones have attacked a Russian ship in an open stretch of the Baltic Sea.
How could the Nvidia CEO’s affair threaten US national security?
BBC's Asma Khalid explains how the Nvidia affair could threaten US national security and risk sensitive US technology getting into China.
Brand will face 'hell on earth' in Wandsworth prison, says former inmate
The disgraced entertainer was sentenced to 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault.
How AI visionary Jensen Huang was undone by his own bad decisions
Zoe Kleinman explains how the man who built Nvidia from the ground up lost everything in a matter of days.
The rise of 'housefishing' - when does using AI go from enhancing to misleading?
Experts warn that using AI to enhance property images can go too far and mislead prospective buyers.
Skye Newman gets 'goosebumps' over record-breaking Brixton Academy run
She is the first British female solo singer to play a five-gig residency at the venue.
Ankle injuries are more common than you think - here's how to protect yours
Performance physiotherapist Genevieve Taiwah shares her top tips for looking after your ankles.
Weekly quiz: Who's joining Wayne Rooney in the I'm A Celebrity jungle?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
The Papers: 'Nvidia chief quits' and 'Six women say they too were preyed on by Brand'
The resignation of Jensen Huang following reports he had an affair with a suspected spy leads a number Friday's papers.
MI5 will need proof to be believed in future, says Leveson after BBC investigation
The BBC exposed how the security service had lied to three courts concerning Agent X.
Can the Eurovision Song Contest succeed in Asia?
The world’s biggest and longest-running song contest is coming to Asia, with eleven countries competing in Bangkok, Thailand on Saturday.
US doctor kills building manager after long-running dispute over mould, police say
Authorities say the shooting in Washington DC left four people injured, with the suspect dying of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Can Burnham avoid another Labour welfare rebellion?
Any revolt among MPs is likely to be smaller than the one that badly damaged Keir Starmer's government.
Hegseth awards medal to war memorial guard who reprimanded him and group
Specialist Thomas Iglesias had shouted at Hegseth's group to be quiet after they could be heard talking and laughing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Two men found guilty of spying for Iran over plan to target UK-based journalists
The men were convicted of engaging in conduct likely to assist an Iranian intelligence service.
Teenage girl admits murder in row over boy
Kayla Smith, 18, pleads guilty to the murder of Chloe Watson Dransfield, who she stabbed to death.
Police investigating David Walliams over reports alleging serious sexual offences
The Met Police said the allegations are separate from those reported by ITN and The Guardian earlier this week.
Why is the Microsoft outage lasting so long?
Microsoft says it is seeing "improvements" following a global outage but efforts to fully resume services are ongoing.
Former Hamas bodyguard guilty of UK knife attack
Mohammed Alfatih was granted asylum in the UK in 2015 and British citizenship in 2020.
Watch: BBC undercover reporter is offered fake art and awards for talent visa
Companies are offering to help migrants pose as talented artists to make fraudulent UK visa applications, the BBC has found.
Rosenberg: Uncompromising Putin ups demands for peace with Ukraine
The fact the question of European security now features in discussions is viewed in Moscow as a victory, BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg says.
Reform and Tory spokesmen in angry clash over immigration at Piddington
Reform's Zia Yusuf and Tory Chris Philp were speaking against converting a former military site into asylum accommodation.
More women make allegations against Russell Brand
The new claims are in the Times and a Netflix documentary, following Brand's recent conviction for rape.
How a sex scandal at Nvidia is putting pressure on the White House
Jensen Huang's personal life may have triggered the crisis, but the questions now reach into the White House itself.
Water firm pleads guilty after four killed in blast
Wessex Water admits failing to ensure employee safety over an explosion at its Bristol site.
'Hardest challenge of my life' - Owain Wyn Evans completes Children in Need ride
Owain Wyn Evans cycled almost 400 miles, setting off from Glasgow and finishing in Cardiff.
Watch: How a server outage took down Microsoft Teams and Outlook
A Microsoft outage is affecting services including Teams, Outlook and AI software Copilot.
Courts, spies and MPs: How the Microsoft outage has been felt around the world
From city governments in the US to spy agencies in Australia, the Microsoft outage is being felt around the world.
NHS, schools and police forces hit by Microsoft outage
Major airports and intelligence services are unaffected, while the government is still assessing the impact.
'I feel it's a sign of what's to come': Office workers on Microsoft outage
Insurance brokers tell Nicky Campbell how their jobs are completely disrupted by the Microsoft outage.
The school where white working-class pupils defy the odds
Politicians are worried about the outcomes of white, working-class pupils. But one school in Sunderland seems to have defied gravity
The rise of 'housefishing': How AI-enhanced property listings are taking off
Experts warn that using AI to enhance property images can go too far and mislead prospective buyers.
My physical deformity left me feeling invisible - but one surgeon saw me
Charlie Clarke says the physical and emotional effects of pectus excavatum have been "unimaginable".
Ankle injuries are more common than you think - here's how to protect yours
Performance physiotherapist Genevieve Taiwah shares her top tips for looking after your ankles.
Skye Newman gets 'goosebumps' over record-breaking Brixton Academy run
She is the first British female solo singer to play a five-gig residency at the venue.
Weekly quiz: Who's joining Wayne Rooney in the I'm A Celebrity jungle?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Eleanor Donaldson given supervision order and placed on sex offenders' register
Eleanor Donaldson was found to have done the acts in relation to five charges, including four of aiding and abetting his offending, in a 'trial of the facts'.
Nvidia scandal fallout widens as Trump's treasury secretary blames cabinet colleague
Scott Bessent told CNBC that several government agencies "were in favour of putting Megaspeed on the entity list for months".
Russia hit by second car bomb in as many days as peace talks continue
A former adviser to Ukraine's pro-Putin ex-prime minister Mykola Azarov was seriously hurt, Russia says.
UN watchdog 'increasingly concerned' over uninspected Iran nuclear site
It says it has never been able to visit a uranium enrichment plant at Isfahan which Iran announced over a year ago.
Rosalía scoops historic third best album award at Latin Grammys
The Spanish singer is recognised for her fourth album Lux which was released last year to rave reviews.
Man charged over multiple sex assaults at university
Sophan Akbash, 29, from Huddersfield, appears before Leeds Magistrates Court.
Bournemouth Echo
New Milton photographer 'honoured' to win award for striking skateboard shot
A New Milton photographer has achieved national recognition by winning an award at the British Photography Awards for a striking shot taken in Boscombe.
Lost nights in Bournemouth and 5 of the legendary clubs we wish were still open
Remember Berlins, Maison Royale, or Jumpin Jaks? Revisit Bournemouth's vibrant clubbing history and the forgotten dance floors of the 90s and 00s.
SOBO Beach legal challenge leaves BCP Council facing unknown costs
BCP Council faces unknown costs to defend its decision on the SOBO Beach lease in court.
Isabel's Brasserie mystery finally resolved as it opens under new identity
The mystery surrounding Isabel's Brasserie closure is over as the Penn Hill venue reopens as PennHill Steakhouse with a new menu and chef.
I spent a morning with Bournemouth's Town Rangers and saw retail crime first-hand
Bournemouth town rangers tackle shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, supporting businesses with Dorset Police and BID on November 12 during Safer Business Action Week.
SOBO Beach launches legal challenge against BCP Council
SOBO Beach has launched a legal challenge against BCP Council over the decision made by the authority about the process to appoint an operator for the Southbourne Promenade site for 20 years.
SOBO Beach: What we know so far as legal challenge launched against BCP Council
SOBO Beach has launched a legal challenge over the award of a new 20-year lease for its Southbourne site.
SOBO Beach campaigners welcome legal challenge but demands answers
Save SOBO Beach has welcomed a legal challenge but says questions for BCP Council remain unanswered.
First look at Bournemouth Christmas market as crowds enjoy opening night
Bournemouth’s Christmas market has opened, bringing food stalls, lights and the Alpine Lodge back to the town centre.
Boats face restrictions as Twin Sails Bridge set to close for essential repairs
Some boats will be stopped from using a Poole channel while Twin Sails Bridge is undergoing essential maintenance repairs.
Dorset's Lucy Shuker retires from wheelchair tennis after 24-year career
Dorset wheelchair tennis champion Lucy Shuker retires after 24 years in sport, with three Paralympic medals, nine Grand Slam finals and 100 doubles titles.
Weather forecast for Bournemouth over the upcoming weekend
Met Office Bournemouth weather forecast: sunshine on Friday, November 13 and Saturday, before rain, showers and stronger winds arrive on Sunday and Monday.
Dorset town shortlisted for national £20,000 community high street award
Wimborne Minster shortlisted for a Visa and Nationwide Let’s Celebrate Towns award, recognising Dorset community-led high street regeneration projects.
Dorset MP to launch politics taster evening for young people aged 16 to 21
Dorset MP Vikki Slade launches a politics taster evening for 16-21-year-olds on November 26, with Parliament workshops, campaign planning and mock PMQs.
Bournemouth MP wears grandmother’s wartime medal at Remembrance services
Bournemouth MP Jessica Toale wears her grandmother’s British Empire Medal at Remembrance services in Dorset, honouring her family’s wartime service.
Ringwood Winter Wanderland returns with stalls, live music and Santa parade
Winter Wanderland marks the beginning of the Christmas season with a full day of activities for everyone.
Plans for Bournemouth house to become centre supporting mothers and their children
Plans have been submitted for a family assessment centre at a house in Bournemouth.
Plans to transform Bournemouth Beach showers into giant Magnum ice creams
Plans have been submitted to turn two Bournemouth beach showers into structures shaped like Magnum ice creams.
Ofsted inspectors deliver verdict on popular Poole primary school
Heatherlands Primary School in Poole is celebrating after Ofsted inspectors delivered their latest verdict, praising pupils, staff and school life.
South Western Railway adds seven services and 4,000 seats in new timetable
South Western Railway will introduce its new December timetable.
Microsoft outage disrupts BCP Council and Dorset Police online services
BCP was hit by the Microsoft outage on Friday, November 13.
Burglar jailed for five years after stealing jewellery worth £13,000
A burglar who stole jewellery worth thousands of pounds has been jailed.
Bournemouth house approved for five-person HMO
A Bournemouth house has been given permission to become a five-bedroom HMO.
Bournemouth garden homes plan withdrawn before committee vote
Plans for two homes in a Bournemouth garden were withdrawn before councillors could vote on them.
Plans to demolish bar and restaurant at Cobbs Quay approved
A plan to transform a waterside hospitality venue in Poole has been approved.
BCP Council issues update on if it will remove David Walliams’ books from libraries
Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole has said it will not remove books written by David Walliams from its libraries following allegations of sexual misconduct made against him.
Disgraced comedian hid out at TV star's Dorset home after alleged rape
Disgraced comedian Russell Brand reportedly stayed at Jonathan Ross's Swanage home in Dorset following an alleged rape in Los Angeles.
Proposal to install window at historic building recommended for approval
A proposal to install a window at Hurn Court has been recommended for approval.
Bournemouth ski agency named world's best agent for two destinations
A luxury ski travel agency has been named World's Best Ski Travel Agent to both France and Italy for 2026.
Three arrested as stolen vehicles and illegal e-bike seized in Bournemouth
Three people have been arrested and two stolen vehicles were seized during recent police patrols.
Police issue fresh update on suspected explosive device in Poole
Dorset Police have revealed new details following a major emergency operation in Poole that saw residents evacuated and specialist teams called in.
New access to award-winning beach after £220k refurbishment
A new path to improve access to an award-winning beach in Christchurch has opened following an upgrade.
Play area in Poole reopens following major refurbishment
A play area in Poole has reopened following a major refurbishment.
Police seize 12 vehicles in one-day uninsured driver crackdown
A crackdown on uninsured drivers led to 12 vehicles being seized in just one day.
MoneySavingExpert warns Virgin customers to check for 'sneaky' paid add-on
MoneySavingExpert says Virgin Experience Days shoppers should check for a £9.99 annual membership they may not have intended to buy.
LIVE: BCP hit by Microsoft outage - updates follow
BCP have been hit by the Microsoft outage and many systems are experiencing issues.
Dorset Police urges people to call 101 or 999 amid Microsoft outage
Dorset Police urges people to call 101 or 999 after a global Microsoft outage disables online crime report forms, with emergency guidance issued on November 13.
Castlepoint upper car park and staircases closed due to icy conditions
THE upper level car park at Castlepoint is closed on the morning on Friday November 13.
LIVE- Twin Sails Bridge closed, travel and traffic updates
Twin Sails Bridge is closed this morning, we will bring you updates when we know them.
Strategy launched to manage deer numbers in the New Forest
A new strategy is being developed to manage deer populations.
Aldi imposes two-per-customer limit on its most sought-after Christmas advert toy
Aldi's Kevin the Carrot Christmas toys are back in stores from November 12, with Cauli Dog, festive plushies and decorations from £3.49.
Most popular winter travel spots for Brits in 2026/27 as best times to fly revealed
New data reveals interest in tropical getaways and seasonal city breaks, with destinations like the Caribbean and Canada seeing spikes in demand.
Drivers warned easy £10 fix could help avoid £2,500 fine and 3 points on licence
This simple £10 fix could correct a common vehicle problem and reduce a driver's risk of receiving a £2,500 fine and three points.
Is Microsoft still down? Thousands report issues with Outlook and other apps
Microsoft users have reported issues with several apps including Outlook, Microsoft 365, and Teams.
Man rescued from scaffolding as emergency services called to Fordingbridge
A person has been rescued from scaffolding by firefighters after an emergency response in Fordingbridge.
New block of 10 flats among latest planning applications submitted in BCP area
Latest BCP Council planning applications include new flats, homes, conversions, extensions and solar upgrades across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
What's on in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cinemas this weekend
A new adaptation of A Christmas Carol, an action heist film and a legal drama are among films in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cinemas this weekend.
Bournemouth town centre businesses strengthen crime prevention with radio scheme
Bournemouth ShopWatch links 60 town-centre businesses with BID Rangers, police and CCTV via Town Link radios to tackle retail crime and improve safety.
James Bond concert experience featuring former Miss Moneypenny coming to Poole
Q The Music’s James Bond Concert Spectacular comes to Lighthouse Poole on February 27, 2027, featuring live 007 themes and Caroline Bliss as compère.
Dorset school praised by Ofsted for rapid improvement and strong community
Queen Elizabeth’s School in Wimborne, Dorset, celebrates a positive Ofsted report praising improved teaching, behaviour, attendance and sixth-form progress.
Multiple roads in the New Forest will temporarily close for road works next week
New Forest road closures begin November 16 for Hampshire County Council works, affecting roads in Sway, Brockenhurst, New Milton and nearby areas for 18 months.
Magical stage show based on beloved picture book comes to Dorset venue next year
Room on the Broom flies into Lighthouse Poole from February 5 to 7, 2027, bringing Julia Donaldson’s magical family show to life with live songs and puppetry.
Boscombe music festival to bring Dorset bands together on New Year’s Eve
Boscombe will host an all-day and all-night local music event at The Underground on New Year’s Eve.
New generation of community musicians named by Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra names Lucy Keeley and Kamilla Kovács as Young Associates, supporting emerging community music leaders across South West England.
'The strip clubs are to blame in town centre'
I see that the Triangle business owners are again demanding that yet more tax payers’ money is tipped into the bottomless pit that is policing their neighbourhood and that of the Old Christchurch Road area.
New Milton community remembers the fallen during Remembrance Sunday ceremony
Hundreds gathered in New Milton on November 8 to honour 223 servicemen at a Remembrance Sunday parade and wreath-laying ceremony in the New Forest community.
Miriam Margolyes on making her pantomime debut at Lighthouse Poole this winter
Miriam Margolyes makes her debut as Giant Blunderbore’s voice in Jack and the Beanstalk at Lighthouse Poole, donating her fee to the Christmas Appeal.
Army serviceman at Bovington taking on 100km challenge for mental health charity
Army serviceman Corey Walker will run 100km from Bovington on November 13, raising funds for the Mental Health Foundation after raising nearly £3,000.
Government
Residential Use Class (Planning Permission) Bill
A Bill to introduce a requirement for a grant of planning permission to change a primary residential home to a short-term let or secondary residential home in England; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Why the F1 driver market might produce one last twist
Following Racing Bulls’ confirmation of their unchanged driver line-up, Lawrence Barretto dissects everything that’s still left to play for on the 2027 grid.
Antonelli identifies the biggest threat to his title defence
Kimi Antonelli has outlined his expectations for the competitive picture in 2027 – his first season as reigning World Champion.
Why are F1 drivers obsessed with padel?
Padel has become increasingly popular among F1 drivers, with Aston Martin the latest team to embrace the sport through a new racket collection.
Toto Wolff's journey from Williams to nine F1 titles
Discover Toto Wolff's journey from professional racing driver to team boss at Mercedes, where he has overseen nine Constructors' Championships, equalling Sir Frank Williams.
F1 ACADEMY Champion Palmowski graduates to Formula Regional
F1 ACADEMY Champion Alisha Palmowski will make the step up to the Formula Regional European Championship (FREC), with F1 ACADEMY and Red Bull Racing announcing she will receive a fully-funded seat with Rodin Motorsport for the 2027 season.
Mercedes' incredible history of Formula 1 success
As Mercedes claim their ninth F1 Constructors' title in 2026, discover the Silver Arrows' incredible history in Formula 1.
Windows Central
Xbox Insiders can finally move the 'Guide' to either side of their screen
Xbox is rolling out three new personalization features for Alpha Skip-Ahead Insiders, including rotating dynamic backgrounds, the ability to move the Xbox Guide to either side of the screen, and improved control over how disc-to-digital licensed games appear in libraries.
Master Chief joins Candy Crush as Xbox celebrates its 25th Anniversary with a new mobile event
Candy Crush Saga has launched a four-week "Game On Season" event to celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary, bringing characters and worlds from franchises like Halo, DOOM, and Fallout into the popular mobile game.
Xbox adds more OG console games to PC, including Knights of the Old Republic — Now with achievements
As part of Xbox's 25th anniversary celebrations, Microsoft has revealed a range of new OG Xbox games slated for PC, including heavy hitters like Knights of the Old Republic
Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Copilot, and Azure hit by widespread outage
Microsoft's core services are experiencing a major outage, leaving users unable to access Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Copilot, and more.
Halo: Campaign Evolved is finally getting Firefight mode, and it won't cost a thing
Halo: Campaign Evolved is getting Firefight as a free winter update, introducing four-player cooperative PvE gameplay, new maps and weapons. After launching without traditional multiplayer, the remake is finally getting a mode that could give fans more reasons to return.
Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 3x price drop makes it a budget friendly pick for Black Friday
Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 3x with Snapdragon X and 16GB of RAM is on sale with an early Black Friday discount, bringing it back to its budget-friendly price.
Xbox has been affected by Microsoft's current outage
Xbox services are beginning to be affected by Microsoft's ongoing global outage. Here's what you need to know about which Xbox services are currently having issues.
Laffgaff
The Hass is the most commercially popular variety of which single-seeded fruit?
Avocado.
Knee Surgery
Two different doctors worked together on my knee surgery. It was a joint operation.
Itsfoss
Slax Linux Makes a Comeback
Slax now runs on Debian 13 with a built-in AI assistant, and it can boot with Secure Boot on compatible PCs.
Developer's $300 Embroidery Machine Required a Subscription, So They Built This Open Source Tool
ZigZag turns SVG art into stitches, exports five file formats, and can send designs over Bluetooth to an app-controlled Brother embroidery machine.
Beyond AI Applications: How openEuler Is Rethinking the Agentic Infra OS
From secure execution and intelligent caching to persistent memory and elastic data services, openEuler is building an infrastructure foundation for large-scale, production-ready AI agents.