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Hundreds more prisoners to be freed in second phase of early release scheme
Second tranche of prisoners will include those serving up to two and a half years for crimes.
Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit again
For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise
Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.
Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?
Meeting travellers' expectations could be challenging, experts warn.
Russia's offensive ability is broken, Kyiv's former top general tells BBC
In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine's future in the war.
Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34
Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, starred as Walter White Jr in the Emmy-winning drama series.
UK growth upgraded but energy prices and rates to bite in 2027
The IMF report comes as final preparations are being made to the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burham.
Abramovich's close associate misled UK court in £1bn oil-fields case, documents suggest
Former Chelsea FC director, Eugene Tenenbaum, helped to manage the oligarch’s wealth.
Government expands police support to political figures who are not MPs
Shabana Mahmood says there is "insufficient protection" for those who play a role in public life.
One dead and several hurt after rollercoaster incident at Six Flags
Aerial footage at the park after the incident shows a stuck rollercoaster with riders being helped off.
I lost my hair to MS treatment - now my wigs are worn by Naomi Campbell and Serena Williams
Antonia Okonma Shittu's wig business was launched after a shock diagnosis, and she now wants to help other women feel their best.
I earn £120,000 a year making social media videos go viral
Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok.
Where the US midterm elections will be won and lost
An in-depth look at the key polling, races and issues ahead of an election that will define Trump’s final two years as president.
Death threats and isolation - the cost of fighting sexual violence in Iraq
Women say they share stories of abuse to highlight the issue, despite social pressure and safety fears.
The Papers: 'Burnham ready to sign new EU deal' and 'Hand of Gord'
Many of today's papers cover the PM's comments on Brexit and the Daily Star writes of an alleged exorcism.
NHS staff get 'landmark' payout over nitrous oxide exposure
The settlement follows the largest group legal action brought by midwives in the UK, says union.
US actress Selma Blair accused of assault after incident with flight attendants
The Legally Blonde star is investigated by the FBI following an alleged altercation on a flight from LA to New York.
BBC shelves plans for new Archers studio as part of cost-cutting
The drama has been recording in Birmingham for 75 years, making it the world's longest running soap opera.
Burnham to push for new post-Brexit deals at EU summit
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said the prime minister was "unpicking" the deal the UK signed with the EU.
Military police prevented from following evidence in SAS murder probe, inquiry hears
Military police investigator tells an inquiry that the probe into suspected murders was "dictated" from above.
Saudi minister vows 'serious response' to Houthi attacks on airports
It comes after the armed group hit Riyadh's international airport and another facility, killing 13 people, in a significant escalation.
MI5 chief warns of threats to UK from Russia, Iran and AI
Sir Ken McCallum says operations to tackle terrorism and state threats are now roughly of an "equal scale".
Man killed in tiger attack identified as William Chapman
A health and safety investigation is under way at Yorkshire Wildlife Park following the incident.
Three things we've learnt about the UK economy from the IMF
The influential economics body has upgraded its UK growth forecast for this year, but risks remain.
Watch: Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released
A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike.
Bumble bought for $1.3bn in 'bet on the future of humanity'
The dating app which recently ditched its "women-first" chat rule has been bought by an investment firm.
Supreme Court hears appeal over Maids Moreton murder
The Supreme Court is considering arguments over who legally caused Peter Farquhar’s death.
Murder investigation after couple and two children die in fire
Philip and Kim English, and two of their children, died in the fire and two more children are critically injured.
How Breaking Bad's RJ Mitte changed the way we see cerebral palsy
The star, who has died at the age of 34, fought for better representation of disabilities on screen.
Is Zelensky right to say data centre strikes have taken down Russian bots?
Experts say there is no evidence that Russian trolls have been affected by Ukraine’s Yandex attacks.
Chris Mason: Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit again
For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?
Meeting travellers' expectations could be challenging, experts warn.
Russia's offensive ability is broken, Kyiv's former top general tells BBC
In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine's future in the war.
BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window
British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey.
Pope admitted to hospital for surgery to remove lump on his lung
Pope Leo has said the growth is "contained" and had been found "at a very early stage".
Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer
The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead.
Ex-Met Police officer trained to support rape victims accused of rape
Mark Tyrrell raped and sexually assaulted a woman over about two years, his trial is told.
Bulgaria summons Russian ambassador after ship sinks in Black Sea drone attack
Six crew members are rescued but 10 are missing after a merchant ship was sunk overnight, Bulgaria says.
BBC FM radio transmissions suspended in Afghanistan
BBC programming is still reaching audiences on shortwave, medium wave, via satellite and online.
Bournemouth Echo
Mounted police, more officers, pyro and ultras - Force ready for Cherries in Europe
European football makes its long-awaited arrival in Bournemouth this week.
Sandbanks Beach in Dorset named the best in the UK by leading travel experts
Sandbanks Beach in Dorset named the UK’s best beach by Skyscanner, praised for its 20.8C summer temperatures, Blue Flag status and family-friendly sands.
Thousands take part as Run Bournemouth raises more than £500,000 for charity
Run Bournemouth 2026 raises more than £500,000 for charity as thousands race in six events, including the Bournemouth Half Marathon, 10K and Sophie’s Mile.
Coach holiday company based in Bournemouth wins prestigious award
Daish’s Holidays, based in Bournemouth, won Best Tour Operator/Service Provider at the 2026 Group Travel World Awards.
Poole rower called up to Youth Olympics after being aided by charity grant
Poole rower Lexi Gill has been selected for the Dakar Youth Olympics after being aided by a Lord-Lieutenant’s Fund for Young and Talented grant from DCF.
Santa set to swap his sleigh for a tank at Dorset museum's Christmas market
Get festive at The Tank Museum with two fun-filled days of a local craft market, live entertainment, and see Santa arrive in a tank, 14-15 November.
Cherries fans face the Premier League’s priciest European away-day pint
Bournemouth fans face the most expensive away-day pint among Premier League clubs competing in Europe this season.
Bournemouth bank branch among the worst in South West for customer satisfaction
NatWest, at The Square, 5 Old Christchurch Road in Bournemouth, received a rating of 2.6 stars from 81 Google reviews, the third lowest in the South West.
Bournemouth University secures £182,000 funding to launch cyber defence start-up
Bournemouth University (BU) has been awarded funding to launch a start-up company to help people and businesses deal more effectively with cyber-attacks.
Charity invites people in Dorset to candlelit remembrance service this winter
Light Up Our Tree, organised by University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, will take place on December 3 at St Peter’s Church in Bournemouth.
Charity volunteers recognised as Team of the Year at celebration event in Dorset
Families charity Home-Start Wessex is delighted to have been awarded a Team of the Year certificate at the Volunteer Centre Dorset Celebration Evening 2026.
Bournemouth named among most dangerous school run locations outside of London
Bournemouth has been named one of the most dangerous places in England and Wales, excluding London, for school run collisions.
Bournemouth to benefit as CrossCountry to introduce additional Voyager trains
Bournemouth is set to benefit from a major boost in rail capacity as part of an investment in CrossCountry services
Bournemouth business backing scheme celebrating talent from diverse backgrounds
Paragon Skills, based in Bournemouth, is sponsoring the Health, Medical and Social Care category at this year’s Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards
What's on at National Trust sites across Dorset during the October half-term
National Trust sites across Dorset are gearing up for October half-term with a host of activities.
Dorset care home residents enjoyed day out watching aircraft take off and land
Residents from Trinity Manor Care Home in Sherborne were filled with joy during their visit to Henstridge Airfield
Dorset residents invited to sign up for the UK's largest garden wildlife survey
More than 9,600 people in Dorset took part in the 2026 Big Garden Birdwatch, helping to record more than nine million birds across the UK.
Charity's outdoor holiday club returns for the October half-term
Children aged 8 to 14 can enjoy adventure, creativity and outdoor learning this October half term at The Treehouse in Hurn, near Bournemouth Airport.
Pop-up event about funeral planning coming to the Dolphin in Poole this Friday
Coffin Club hosts a funeral planning event at Poole’s Dolphin Centre on October 16, helping visitors explore ceremony styles and personal touches.
Asbestos removed from Charminster Library roof as repairs continue
Asbestos has been removed from the roof of a Bournemouth library as repair work continues to allow the facility to fully reopen in the future
Three BCP parks refurbished 'putting play back at the heart of communities'
Work to refurbish three play areas across Bournemouth and Poole is progressing
Closed cliffside tropical garden has had no risk assessments carried out
No ground stability surveys have taken place since fears of a cliff slip shut a popular tropical garden
Woman receiving end-of-life care trapped in flat for nine weeks by broken lift
A woman who is at the end of her life said she had missed weeks of freedom due to a broken lift, which left her trapped in her flat.
'It’s iconic’ - Emotional farewell as people wave goodbye to ferry after 34 years
As a 34-year-old ferry service made its final crossing to France from Poole, residents lined the waterside to wave goodbye to the “iconic” ship.
SOBO Beach: Community value must count, but we also must respect the process
SOBO Beach: Community value must count, but we also must respect the process.
'Abusive' man terrorised ex-partner with campaign of coercive control and violence
A domestic abuser who ripped off his partner’s pyjama top, put a pillow over her face and beat her with a bong has been given a suspended 36-month jail sentence.
Dedicated group of volunteers in Wimborne named finalists at Radio Solent awards
The Monday Morning Group of Volunteers, known for tidying up the main streets of Wimborne Minster, were finalists in the Radio Solent Make A Difference Awards.
The Alleyn Singers performed at Wimborne church for the first time
Alleyn Singers performed choral evensong and parish eucharist at Wimborne Minster on October 10 and 11, joined by Minster Lay Clerks and Choristers
Drivers asked not to block access as work on Bournemouth play area begins
Motorists asked not to block access to Bournemouth play area as improvement work begins.
Popular bakery chain set to open new shop in Bournemouth
A new Greggs branch is opening inside a Bournemouth supermarket.
Drivers warned of major A31 closure
Drivers are being urged to plan ahead as part of the A31 is set for a full weekend closure
Want to live just like Barbie? This pink Dorset dreamhouse could be yours for £1.15m!
A pink family home resembling a real-life Barbie dream house has gone on the market for £1.15m.
Stunning photos show New Forest deer battling as rutting season in full swing
Stunning photos taken in the New Forest show two male deer battling it out as their annual rutting season is underway
Slow worm spotted slithering through grassy field in the New Forest
A slow worm has been spotted slithering across Moors Valley Country Park.
Tributes pour in after BBC Countryfile farmer dies aged 35
Tributes have poured in after a BBC Countryfile farmer died at the age of 35.
Wareham business named regional finalist in Wedding Industry Awards 2027
Perfect Party Tents near Wareham named regional finalist in The Wedding Industry Awards 2027, offering sustainable glamping and marquee hire across Dorset.
Students create CPR and AED video to support Restart a Heart Day awareness campaign
Restart a Heart Day on October 16 promotes CPR and AED training, as Resuscitation Council UK and Bournemouth University raise cardiac arrest awareness.
Bournemouth man stunned by ‘enormous’ jellyfish washed up on beach
A Bournemouth man was amazed after spotting a ‘huge’ jellyfish washed up on the beach during his morning walk.
Man who died in Yorkshire Wildlife Park tiger attack named and pictured
A man who died after he was attacked by a tiger in an enclosure at a Yorkshire zoo has been named, according to reports.
Fish found dead in stream after suspected chemical spill
Fish have been floating to the surface of a New Forest stream following a suspected pollution incident.
Council to hear a petition to save SoBo Beach ahead of vote on new operator
A petition to save SoBo Beach has been accepted to be heard at a full council meeting ahead of a decision on the future of the popular seafront venue.
UK fashion brands apologise to customers as cybersecurity attack hits system
The parent company of UK fashion brands including Hobbs and Phase Eight was hit by a “cybersecurity incident”.
DWP benefit checks explained as new bank account rules come into force
The DWP has set out new benefit eligibility checks involving banks. Find out which benefits are affected and what happens if your claim is reviewed.
Delta Goodrem forced to pull out of this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing live show
Singer Delta Goodrem has been forced to pull out of this weekend's Strictly Come Dancing live show.
IMF issues new warning over UK inflation as food and energy prices
The IMF has raised its UK inflation forecasts for 2026 and 2027, warning that the Middle East conflict could push up food and energy prices.
The one thing Brits can't stop talking about as autumn Budget draws closer
New research reveals how long Brits spend talking about money, why 68% lose sleep over financial worries ahead of the autumn budget this month
Nearly 69,000 want maternity pay changed – now the Government has responded
The Government has responded to a petition signed by 68,598 people calling for higher maternity pay. Here's what ministers said.
DWP State Pension Age row takes new turn as Government responds to campaign
State Pension age verdict as Government rejects calls to let older workers retire earlier - but there is still time to push for parliamentary debate
Residents back major New Forest theme park's holiday village plans
Residents have welcomed an extension to a New Forest theme park as the initial plans were put on show.
Half term Halloween fun: Lush hosting creepy bath bomb workshops and potion parties
Dorset is set to host creepy bath bomb workshops and potion-making parties in the run up to Halloween this half term.
Mum's plea to find driver who hit 11-year-old cyclist and fled scene
The mother of an 11-year-old boy hit by a car in Pokesdown is appealing for help tracing the driver, who allegedly failed to stop after the collision.
'We want it to be a community hub' - New cafe opens in Corfe Mullen
A new, family-run café has opened in Corfe Mullen, offering afternoon tea, freshly baked cakes and savoury treats.
‘Truly wonderful man’ who dedicated decades to helping others dies aged 55
Tributes have been paid to a 'selfless' and 'truly wonderful man' who dedicated decades to saving lives and inspiring others.
£330k BCP LIFE card launched despite warnings council would lose thousands in income
A £330,000 resident discount scheme went ahead despite warnings that it could reduce income from several council services.
Jury selected for Russell Brand rape and sexual assault trial
A jury has been selected for the trial of Russell Brand on charges of rape and sexual assault which span 10 years of his showbiz career.
Woman jailed for engaging in sexual activity with a child and supplying drugs
Investigation by detectives sees woman who sexually assaulted teenage boy jailed
Russell Brand arrives at court on second day of rape trial including Bournemouth case
Russell Brand said “blessed, thank you very much” as he arrived at court for the second day of his rape and sexual assault trial.
Jaguar driver banned after speeding at 108mph in 50mph zone
A driver has been banned after speeding at 108mph in a 50mph zone.
Formula 1
Inside Rwanda’s plan for the African Grand Prix
Formula 1 will return to Africa in the early 2030s after Rwanda agreed a 10-year deal to host an African Grand Prix. President Paul Kagame, the country’s officials and the circuit’s designers explain what they are building – and why.
PALMER: What really cost Hamilton a podium in Singapore?
Former Renault F1 driver and F1 TV's expert analyst Jolyon Palmer delves into the detail of Hamilton's race under the Singapore lights.
Who impressed our Power Rankings judges in Singapore?
Max Verstappen was in a class of his own in Singapore last weekend, as he finally claimed victory at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. But who else impressed our Power Rankings judges? Check out the latest scores and overall leaderboard below...
Everything we know about F1’s all-new race in Rwanda
Formula 1 is heading back to Africa after agreeing a 10-year deal to race in Rwanda in the early 2030s. To get you up to speed, here’s what we know...
F1 returns to Africa with 10-year deal to race in Rwanda
Formula 1 has announced a landmark 10-year agreement to bring the sport back to the African continent, with the Formula 1 African Grand Prix, presented by Visit Rwanda, set to join the calendar in the early 2030s.
Windows Central
Asha Sharma: Xbox must make “hard choices” but still commit to building enduring new IP
In last week's Xbox Town Hall with the team, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma warned that the division will "not survive" if it relies entirely on existing game franchises.
PS5 Jailbreak Brings Xbox 360 and Original Xbox Games
The PS5 jailbreaking scene continues to expand, with community projects bringing Xbox 360 and Original Xbox emulation to Sony’s console. Games including Gears of War 2, Gears of War 3, Halo 2 and Forza can now run through homebrew software, adding to the growing list of unexpected things possible on a jailbroken PS5.
Razer wants Pokémon fans to choose their fighter with three new gaming headsets, and I choose Charizard
Razer's latest Pokémon collaboration gives the BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed and Kraken V4 X a colorful makeover for Pokémon's 30th anniversary, starting at $109.99.
This studio made all the killer games that sold me on almost every XBOX console
To celebrate XBOX's approaching 25th anniversary, I'm looking back at the games that convinced me to buy its consoles with predictions for what comes next.
PS5 games are now booting on Xbox hardware thanks to a modified emulator
PS5 emulation is now working on Xbox Series X through Developer Mode, with a UWP fork of KytyPS5 capable of running games, including Astro Bot. Performance is still limited, but development is ongoing.
Gears of War: E-Day takes the #1 spot on Xbox stores across the globe
Gears of War: E-Day has reached the top of the Xbox store charts in the US and UK while becoming the second-biggest Xbox launch of 2026, surpassing Halo: Campaign Evolved but falling behind Forza Horizon 6.
"Begun, the clone wars have" — Microsoft 365 apps have been copied by the AI dev who cloned the Adobe suite
The developer who recreated Adobe apps with AI has now built Word, Excel, and PowerPoint alternatives using Claude.
Xbox developers just gained support for another free game engine with 'Defold'
Defold has officially added Xbox development support with the release of Defold 1.14.0. The game engine, originally created by King, now supports Xbox alongside PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, with its Xbox tools available free to approved developers.
Ben Affleck played StarCraft for 3 years straight after getting famous
Ben Affleck is known to most as an actor, but he recently revealed how much of a fan of PC gaming he really is. He breaks down his history with games like StarCraft and DOOM before commenting on more modern games he plays today.
Jailbroken PS5 consoles could soon run Windows PC games via "Mihawk OS"
Mihawk OS is an ambitious PS5 homebrew that brings 32-bit and 64-bit Windows games to jailbroken PlayStation 5 consoles. While game performance remains unknown, the project could turn the PS5 into a surprisingly capable living room Windows gaming machine.
Microsoft is changing how developers build Windows 11 apps
Microsoft is letting developers try upcoming Windows UI controls earlier, potentially leading to better apps across Windows 11.
WoW player has gear destroyed by jealous husband
A WoW player suspects her husband is secretly deleting her Mythic+ gear out of spite, sparking online outrage.
Laffgaff
Xerostomia is the official medical term for what common physical state?
Dry mouth.
Ballet Classes
My friend told me that he stays alert because of his ballet classes. They keep him on his toes.
Itsfoss
Linus Torvalds Says He Likes Using AI, While His New Kernel Branch Credits Claude Code
His eight-patch series takes advantage of AI assistance to cut the extra work the kernel does when many threads read the same file.
openEuler Wants Linux to Treat an Entire AI Cluster Like One Single Machine
At Open Source Summit Europe 2026, openEuler laid out how SuperPoD OS and Agentic Scaling change what an operating system is expected to do.
RustGIS is a Desktop GIS Tool That Also Runs in a Browser
The Apache-2.0 licensed app is written in Rust and includes an AI Assistant that can run commands on your map.
With 10.0 Release, ONLYOFFICE Goes All in on AI, Making it the Most Modern Office Choice for Team Collaboration
There are apps for workflows and then every editor gets AI tools and new upgrades of its own in the latest release of ONLYOFFICE.