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Watch: The world’s two most powerful men just met. How did it go?
The BBC’s China correspondent Laura Bicker unpacks how the trip panned out for Beijing and Washington.
Anti-migrant activist charged after dinghy slashed in Channel
Activist Daniel Thomas is charged in connection with an incident in the English Channel on Tuesday.
Brain tumour diagnosis cut from weeks to hours with rapid new test
The test means patients can start treatment sooner and are spared weeks of uncertainty.
New policies, election speculation: What to expect from Burnham's first Labour conference as PM
Andy Burnham is under pressure to deliver a compelling vision for the country as he steps from the sidelines on to the main stage.
Netanyahu defends Israeli military action as delegates walk out before UN speech
The Israeli leader labels those who left his speech at the UN General Assembly as "moral cowards".
Just how hot and dry was your summer? Use our postcode lookup to find out
Most of us experienced drought and heatwaves - but temperatures and rainfall were not the same everywhere.
Hundreds of thousands expected in Paris for Pope's visit
The highpoint of his time in Paris will be a giant Mass attended by more than half a million people.
British rapper Yung Filly to face rape retrial in Australia next June
Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos was cleared of several sexual offences in July but a jury was undecided on three rape charges.
Miliband tells Iran minister UK will not tolerate 'hostile activity' on British soil
The foreign secretary stresses "the UK's unwavering resolve to combat threats from Iranian-linked groups in UK soil, including attacks on the British Jewish community".
'We are living a constant nightmare,' mother of poison seller victim tells hearing
Tanya Whitaker broke down before she spoke of how her son Samuel's death had devastated her family.
Xi got Trump's red carpet welcome - but not everything he wanted
China wanted progress on trade, technology and Taiwan - but hasn't got as much as it would have hoped for.
What was it like inside the White House dinner?
The US and Chinese leaders gave speeches at the lavish event inside the White House, the BBC's Bernd Debusmann Jr went along.
Chinese president's visit to Washington all pomp but little progress so far
The summit so far has focused on "positive vibes", says one analyst, with several pressing issues awaiting discussion.
Why Trump gave Xi an ornate bald eagle statue at the state dinner
From redwood benches to DVDs, gifts are an important part of the art of diplomacy.
Treadmills to deadlifts: Why Gen Z are swapping cardio for strength training
Gyms are booming, solitary cardio is out - how workouts are changing.
'We're all broke': Would you chase a friend for £5?
What's the smallest amount of money you would ask a friend to pay you back?
Weekly quiz: Who did Ella Langley beat to make US charts history?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
From Nagaland to a path to the Oscars: Indian film brings a rarely seen world to global cinema
After a major win at Toronto, Angh, a film from northeastern India, is now on a path towards the Oscars.
The Papers: 'Xi urges rivals to coexist in peace' and 'It's on at last'
Many of the papers include photographs of Chinese President Xi Jinping's historic visit to the White House.
Why Australia chose the world's biggest political stage to reveal OpenAI hack
Australia, which has strict social media restrictions and has proposed controls on algorithms and smart glasses, announced the breach at the UN.
A military threat from US? Canadians react to Carney's concerns
The Canadian Prime Minister told The New York Times that Canada has considered the remote possibility of US military action.
Rapper Macklemore announces 'Free Palestine' tour after Ed Sheeran fallout
Proceeds from the tour, which begins in Dublin next month, will go to organisations supporting Palestinians, he says.
Sex offender bailed to flat overlooking playground
Victims of Zapher Dogen were living close to the 32-year-old, who admitted multiple offences.
Yom Kippur shooting outside Canadian synagogue was 'hate-motivated', officials say
Const Jeff Smith, who was critically injured in the incident, continued to fend off the attacker after being shot multiple times, police said.
Crashed RAF jet steered to 'avoid built-up areas' before pilots ejected, commander says
Gp Capt Gez Currie said the pilots are in hospital, and their families are with them.
Italy ministers agree to ban burqa and niqab in school and cap foreigners in class
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described the measures as "common-sense tools that do not divide but really help to integrate".
Catterick Garrison fire could burn through night, authorities say
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said in a statement that multiple crews were at the scene.
I'm not tempted to call an early election, Burnham says
The prime minister told the BBC an early poll would throw the country into a "backward-looking process".
Special agents' blood and urine test results stolen in FBI hack
Experts say the hack could leave agents vulnerable to scams, blackmail and targeted attacks.
Some BBC channels and radio stations may well have to close, director general says
The BBC's financial situation "may well mean" some channels and stations close, Matt Brittin says.
Noah Woods left playground through gap in fence, inquest hears
Noah's mother tells parents to "hold their children a little tighter and cherish every moment".
Daniel Thomas pleads not guilty after dinghy slashed
Daniel Thomas is accused of criminal damage after a video appeared to show him slashing at a dinghy.
NHS to suspend staff suspected of snooping on patient records
There have been too many cases of staff abusing patient trust, and enough is enough, the head of the NHS in England says.
PM says bailed sex offender case must be reviewed
Victims of Zafer Dogan were living close to the 32-year-old who took thousands of pictures of children at a playground from his bedroom window.
Met should probe handling of 'Putney Pusher' case, police watchdog says
Nicholas Brandram's family say he took his own life due to the "pressure" of a police investigation.
Jeffrey Donaldson victim describes 'profound impact' of child sex abuse
The former DUP leader was found guilty of 18 counts of child sex abuse, including one of rape, in June.
Students strike across Germany in protest against military service
A law establishing voluntary military service came into effect in January, but protest organisers fear compulsory service could follow.
What to expect from Burnham's first Labour conference as PM
Andy Burnham is under pressure to deliver a compelling vision for the country as he steps from the sidelines on to the main stage.
Just how hot and dry was your summer? Use our postcode lookup to find out
Most of us experienced drought and heatwaves - but temperatures and rainfall were not the same everywhere.
Treadmills to deadlifts: Why Gen Z are swapping cardio for strength training
Gyms are booming, solitary cardio is out - how workouts are changing.
'Heartbreaking': The man set to lose his home due to the UK's £5bn theme park
Ritchie Wood is almost brought to tears at he looks at the empty homes once loved by his neighbours.
'We're all broke': Would you chase a friend for £5?
What's the smallest amount of money you would ask a friend to pay you back?
'I was living out my dream career in football – tumours mean I need to leave'
After years of dismissing health issues, Dan Robathan is now unable to return to the pitch.
Sir David Beckham nets £38.5m after World Cup ad deals
His stake in DRJB Holdings has entitled him to almost half of its £85.5m in dividend payments.
British climber dies after falling 60m on Spanish mountainside
The identity of the 28-year-old man, who fell down a vertical gully to his death, is yet to be confirmed.
Man shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler dies
A gunman shot Jim Copenhaver twice while also killing another man and grazing Trump's ear with a bullet.
Discovery of 97 million files related to SAS inquiry 'regrettable', MoD says
It comes after the inquiry's chair called the disclosure - three years into the investigation - "troubling".
Jay-Z rape accuser says her allegation was false
A woman who accused Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13 now says she has never met the rap superstar.
Ed Sheeran's next US concerts cancelled due to storm warning
The star's concerts in Massachusetts on Friday and Saturday are cancelled after severe weather warnings.
Bournemouth Echo
'My children shouldn't have to do this': Sons' epic walk for terminally ill dad
Two sons are preparing to walk hundreds of miles across the country in a desperate bid to help their terminally ill dad access potentially life-extending cancer treatment.
Controversy as plans to introduce alcohol sales and live music at tea gardens debated
Owners of Tuckton Tea Gardens say a permanent licence to sell alcohol and host live music would help secure the business’s future, while objectors fear it could turn the site into a “beer and live music venue” and increase disturbance for residents.
Bournemouth Crown Court backlog falls 3.8 per cent amid record national waits
Crown court case backlog in Bournemouth has fallen by more than three percent between March and June this year, according to data from Ministry of Justice data.
Infant school praised for ‘high ambition’ in Ofsted report
An infant school has been praised by Ofsted for its 'high ambition' and the 'warm and caring' environment it provides for pupils.
Cycling enthusiasts gear up for new Ringwood bike shop opening
Pronto Bikes, run by Kate and Justin Hoy, is set to open in Ringwood in January, offering bikes, accessories and cycling community events in the New Forest.
Christchurch Harbour E. coli probe launched with weekly tests and new monitors
Wessex Water is carrying out extra tests in Christchurch Harbour after reports of high E. coli levels.
Man who controlled and assaulted woman handed suspended 20-month sentence
A man who controlled and beat a woman for more than a year has been given a suspended sentence.
Next of kin appeal issued for 84-year-old woman who died in Cerne Abbas
Dorset Coroner appeals for next of kin of Mary Helen Pilley, 84, who died in Cerne Abbas on 24 September 2026. Info sought—call 01202 123900.
UK holiday park giant in Dorset buys award-winning seaside resort with 2,500 pitches
Haven has announced the acquisition of a new resort
Person dies after being hit by train in Poole
A person has died after being hit by a train near Branksome.
Person hit by a train between Bournemouth and Poole
A person has been hit by a train between Bournemouth and Poole. We will be bringing you latest updates as we get them.
Dorset pub which 'dines on its Thomas Hardy lore' among UK's best country pubs
The Fleur de Lys in Cranborne, Dorset, has been named among the best UK country pubs with rooms according to Condé Nast Traveller
Popular pop and rock noughties band to perform at Bournemouth venue in November
The Feeling, known for their 2006 debut album Twelve Stops and Home, will play at the O2 Academy in Bournemouth November 7 as part of a 15-date tour.
Television legends head a star-studded bill at show coming to Wimborne venue
Debbie McGee, Diane Keen, and Anneke Wills, alongside Ray Dorset, will be in the Talking Pictures TV Film and TV Roadshow at the Tivoli Wimborne Theatre.
Classic Morris Minor and Mini Clubman cars to go under the hammer in November
Classic cars Doris the Morris Minor Tourer and Mabel the Mini Clubman will be auctioned by Charterhouse at Haynes Motor Museum on November 19.
New family-run restaurant opens its doors at The Dolphin in Poole
Family-run MK Gourmet Kitchen restaurant has opened at The Dolphin in Poole, offering varied, homemade dining options throughout the day for locals to enjoy.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole to get £4.7 million to tackle homelessness
HealthBus and YMCA Bournemouth Meet Homelessness Minister with Tom Hayes MP as BCP gets £4.7m homelessness boost.
Armed police help arrest teen near hotel during alleged bail breach enquiries
A 17-year-old boy was arrested near Bournemouth's Mayfair Hotel during police enquiries into an alleged breach of court bail conditions. Armed officers assisted in the operation.
Cars display featuring Lightning McQueen to leave Beaulieu after October half-term
The 20th anniversary display of Disney and Pixar's Cars will soon leave Beaulieu.
Oak Craft open day to raise funds for Hampshire hospice
An open day is set to offer a behind-the-scenes look at craftsmanship while raising money for charity.
New Forest road to close for pole replacement works
A New Forest road is set to close for pole replacement works.
LIVE - Armed police at hotel in Bournemouth
Armed police have been seen outside the Mayfair Hotel in Bournemouth. We will be bringing you updates as we get them.
Woman, 60, seriously injured after being hit by car near cliff edge
A woman in her 60s was seriously injured after being hit by a car near a clifftop.
Outrage as new £54k ‘pile of rubbish’ art installation unveiled on Bournemouth cliffs
A controversial public art sculpture on Bournemouth’s clifftop, costing £54,000, has provoked outrage from residents
Man caught using Bluetooth earpiece to cheat on theory test three times
Bournemouth man used a Bluetooth earpiece to cheat the driving theory test three times. DVSA case ends with a 12-week suspended prison sentence and £687 costs.
Lottery hunt for New Forest ticket-holder sitting on £1m
A mystery EuroMillions winner is sitting on a life-changing £1 million prize.
UK charity shop chain announces closures including Dorset stores amid £3.3m loss
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) made a net loss of £3.3m last year from its network of 651 charity shops, its accounts show
Lap dancing club in town centre allowed to continue operating despite objections
A lap dancing club in Bournemouth town centre has been given permission to continue operating for a further 12 months
Labour gains seat from Reform UK on Poole Town Council after by-election
Labour wins its first Poole Town Council seat as Peter Cooper takes Hamworthy East in a by-election after Reform UK councillor Daniel Bleeze resigned.
Cyclist seriously injured in collision with blue Tesla in Poole
A cyclist in his 30s was seriously injured in a collision with a car in Poole.
'Bournemouth will not be rebuilt by nostalgia'
There is a strange local pastime in Bournemouth. It requires no membership fee, no training and absolutely no personal responsibility.
Man seen 'fully exposing himself' near Broadstone woodland
A man was seen exposing himself near a woodland in Broadstone.
Firefighters tackle heath fire at Bournemouth nature reserve
Emergency services were called to a nature reserve in Bournemouth after reports of a heath fire.
RECAP- Hamworthy East by-election results to be declared
Results will be declared in the Hamworthy East byelection today. We will be bringing you live updates as we get them.
Dorset lake revealed as secret location in new Sense and Sensibility film
A beautiful Dorset lake at Parnham Park near Beaminster has been revealed as a location in the new Sense and Sensibility film
BCP businesses and Prince William initiative take action to prevent homelessness
A business-led network has launched in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) to help prevent youth homelessness by supporting young people into work
What's on in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole cinemas this weekend
A new film based on a Jane Austen novel, a survival thriller with Brad Pitt and a South Korean science-fiction action epic, are among films in BCP cinemas
Primary school in Poole celebrates success following latest Ofsted inspection
Talbot Primary School in Wallisdown, Poole received high praise during its recent inspection under Ofsted’s new framework.
Sex shop in Bournemouth seeking to renew its sexual establishment licence
Simply Pleasure Ltd in Bournemouth has applied to renew its sex shop licence with BCP Council. Objections can be submitted until 6 October 2026.
Bournemouth Pavilion's bistro named among top Tripadvisor restaurants worldwide
Bournemouth Pavilion’s Terrace Bistro has been recognised with a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award 2026, placed among the top 10% of restaurants worldwide
O2 Academy refurbishment works among latest BCP planning applications submitted
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to BCP Council for towns within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area
Distillery announced as exclusive regional partner for Cherries for 26/27 season
Witchmark Distillery have been announced as an Executive Regional Partner of AFC Bournemouth for the 2026/27 season.
Man smashes head shave fundraising taget after mum diagnosed with incurable cancer
A man will shave his head to raise money for charity after his mother was diagnosed with a “devastating” incurable cancer.
Bournemouth Town Pastors Column: Team celebrates nine years of patrols
This month marks a special milestone for Bournemouth Town Pastors, as we celebrate nine years since our very first patrol.
140 children to take part in choir performance at Poole venue next week
Armonico Consort is bringing its 25th anniversary tour Supersize Polyphony 3: Venetian Blinders! to Lighthouse Poole on October 1.
Bournemouth’s largest travel company partners with growing film festival
Not Just Travel, Bournemouth’s largest travel company, has become a Senior Commercial Partner of the Bournemouth International Film Festival (BIFF).
Bongo's Bingo to bring 'spine-chilling' Halloween special to Bournemouth venue
Bongo’s Bingo will bring its Halloween special, 'Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun', to the O2 Academy Bournemouth next month
140 objections submitted against garage demolition plan
BCP Council faces 140 objections to plans for Greggs and automated jet washes at Fairmile Road, threatening JP Motors, jobs and road safety in Christchurch.
Comedian to perform at Swanage venue next year as part of his latest UK tour
Comedian Patrick Monahan will bring his show I'm Not a Terrorist, I'm Freddie Mercury to The Mowlem in Swanage on April 16, 2027.
Belonging from Wimborne Community Theatre opens at Kingston Lacy
Belonging: Our Search for Home, created by Wimborne Community Theatre, is being performed in the gardens of Kingston Lacy
Comedian bringing latest stand-up tour to two BCP venues this autumn and in 2027
Comedian Tom Stade is bringing his latest stand-up tour to two BCP venues this autumn and next year
New Forest named the best driving route in Europe for spotting wildlife
New research from Avis has ranked Europe’s best wildlife driving routes, with the New Forest Wildlife Drive being named the best.
More than 100 residents volunteer to help restore much-loved Swanmore Gardens
Hosted by Tom Hayes MP alongside Friends of Swanmore Gardens community group, the event brought people together to share vision for restoring Swanmore Gardens.
Youth club reopens in Upton thanks to YMCA Bournemouth working with town council
The Grove in Upton will reopen this autumn thanks to a partnership between YMCA Bournemouth and Lytchett Minster & Upton Town Council
World’s finest collection of rare ‘Jewel Lilies’ to light up New Forest gardens
The New Forest garden's annual Nerine Exhibition will run throughout October, showcasing its world-renowned collection of Nerine sarniensis (jewel lilies).
Man "fed up" after council give notice to remove scrap from property
Poole council orders Eric Stone to clear scrap, mobility scooters and rubble from his Pergin Crescent garden under a Section 215 notice from November 20, 2026.
Formula 1
What the teams said – Thursday in Azerbaijan
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Thursday practice in Baku ahead of the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Latest Azerbaijan GP odds before Qualifying in Baku
Our expert betting writers share their top picks for Qualifying at the Baku City Circuit.
Who are the favourites for the Haas seats in 2027?
With Haas yet to confirm their line-up for 2027, we’ve rounded up the drivers most likely to land a seat at the American team.
What the teams said – Qualifying in Azerbaijan
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from final practice and Qualifying in Baku ahead of the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
What To Watch For in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at the Baku City Circuit.
‘I don’t deserve all the s*** I have on my back’ – Ocon
It was a case of mixed emotions for Haas drivers Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman after a tight Qualifying session in Baku.
Piastri assesses 'surprise' Qualifying result in Baku
Oscar Piastri will start the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from second row after McLaren ramped up the pace in Qualifying.
Perez given penalty after Azerbaijan Qualifying infringement
Sergio Perez has been handed a penalty for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after the Cadillac driver was found to have impeded Oscar Piastri in Qualifying.
Sainz hit with five-place grid penalty for Azerbaijan GP
Carlos Sainz has been given a five-place grid penalty for Saturday’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix after the stewards found him guilty of failing to slow for yellow flags in Qualifying.
Gasly buoyed by Alpine gains after Baku double Q3 appearance
Both Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto progressed to the final stage of Qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Red Bull's Qualifying issues 'not good enough' – Verstappen
Max Verstappen believes Red Bull's performance during Qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix was "not good enough", with the Dutchman set to start from eighth.
Leclerc torn over P2 as Hamilton a 'sitting duck' in Baku
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc was left with mixed feelings after Qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, admitting that while a front-row grid slot is encouraging, the gap to pole position was “a lot more than we expected”.
Russell reacts to his ‘perfect lap’ in Baku Qualifying
George Russell posted a stunning lap to comprehensively beat Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc to pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Windows Central
These Microsoft 365 companion apps are getting retired after just one year
Microsoft's Calendar, People, and Files companion apps for Windows 11 are being retired roughly a year after they first shipped.
Dell's XPS 13 proves you don't have to spend a fortune on a premium laptop
A modest discount makes one of the best value Windows laptops even easier to recommend.
Microsoft’s new Copilot signals a shift in their AI strategy for Windows & enterprise. Are we past the gimmick phase?
Microsoft’s new Copilot isn’t just a UI refresh — it represents a major shift in how the company wants AI to function across Windows. The assistant is being unified, simplified, and repositioned as the core of Microsoft’s long‑term AI strategy.
The Manchester United Surface Laptop is the greatest laptop of all time
What happens when Snapdragon sponsors the biggest football club in the world? The Manchester United Surface Laptop happens. The greatest laptop of all time.
Laffgaff
Who is the only tennis player to win all four Grand Slams in the same calendar year twice?
Rod Laver.
Factory Worker
A factory worker died after falling into a vat of coffee. Paramedics said he didn't suffer - it was instant.
Itsfoss
How openEuler Is Reinventing the OS Foundation for the AI Era with SuperPoD and UnifiedBus
openEuler 24.03 LTS SP3 is the first version built for SuperPoD, and the project says its UnifiedBus interconnect can lift application performance by 30 to 50 percent.
The Netherlands Built a Nix-Basd Linux Desktop Because Microsoft Cut Off the ICC
Eight municipalities are already testing DAWO, the government's NixOS-powered work environment.
This Tiny SBC Lets You Swap Interface Modules for Voice, Vision or Sensing
Vicharak's Axon-Lite packs a Rockchip RK3576, a 6 TOPS NPU and swappable modules into a tiny SBC.