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Channel smuggling gangs resort to 'mega-dinghies' as crackdown limits small boat supply
Once-rival criminal groups are being forced to work together because of a shortage of small boats, a BBC investigation has found.
The overlooked factor driving the childhood obesity crisis
At a specialist childhood obesity clinic, almost all of the children are not in school. Why?
Uber launches UK's first robotaxis with a driver - here's what it's like to ride in one
The ride-hailing app has launched 15 self-driving taxis, but they will have safety drivers inside.
Chris Mason: Reform face headwinds as they gather for conference
The party's continued prominence has brought what prominence always brings: scrutiny, says BBC political editor Chris Mason.
B&Q and Five Guys among firms that paid staff below minimum wage
More than 600 companies underpaid staff, with £4m returned to workers, according to the government.
Rocky Horror star Tim Curry's cause of death revealed
The British actor had significant conditions, cited on his death certificate in Los Angeles County.
Protests in Spain against government's handling of Ceuta migrant crisis
Spanish opposition parties accuse Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of abandoning the residents of Ceuta.
‘I'd be the last to know’: Stars of The Gentlemen react to Meghan reports
The world premiere for series 2 of the Netflix drama took place on Wednesday night in London.
What famous scenes are in the epic Bayeux Tapestry?
The 70m (230ft) tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman Conquest and the Battle of Hastings in 1066, will be on display the British Museum.
Chasing a perfect sleep score? You could be making it worse
The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse.
Sharpeville massacre survivors start legal fight for justice in South Africa
At least 69 people were shot dead in 1960 but no-one has been prosecuted and victims want restitution.
The Papers: 'City warns Burnham' and 'One in the eye'
Several of the papers home in on a warning to Andy Burnham from the City of London.
Rosenberg: Putin's veiled threat to UK part of Russia's campaign against West
The Russian president wants to keep Britain guessing - and stressing - over Moscow's real intentions.
Will the Lindsay Clancy trial end in a mistrial? Here are the jury's options
Jurors have five options before them as they decide the fate of the former nurse charged with murdering her three children.
Netherlands moves billions in gold to London in 'crisis preparedness' move
The Dutch central bank removes some of its gold reserves from the US and Canada, saying it is because of "increasing geopolitical unrest".
Burnham to tackle 'mega-donors' in UK politics, minister says
Some MPs have pressed for the government to introduce a cap on UK-based donors.
Sydney police investigate second possible mistaken identity killing in two days
Wednesday's fatal shooting of a man in his 40s comes after a university student was gunned down on Tuesday.
Four in court over murder of baby stabbed to death
Four people, aged between 19 and 38, appear in court charged with murdering the newborn.
Watch: Trump 'happy' that Prince Harry and Meghan left the US
President Donald Trump said he was not a fan of the couple and added that they treated the Royal Family with "great disrespect".
Iranian attack on Saudi tanker killed two Filipino sailors, Saudi Arabia says
The kingdom condemns the targeting of Sidr, which was reportedly hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday.
Burnham and Macron agree to scale up action on small boats in first meeting
The leaders also discuss Ukraine and "the UK's drive to get closer to Europe", No 10 says.
Badenoch accuses Burnham of kicking defence spending into the long grass
Andy Burnham has committed to reaching the Nato target of 3.5% spending by 2035, but not 3% by 2030.
Feminist activist and journalist Gloria Steinem dies, aged 92
Her foundation said she "passed away peacefully" at her home in New York City, "surrounded by many who loved her".
Schools to close early for A66 crash funeral amid safety concerns
The funeral of one of five young men killed in the crash with a police car is due to take place.
Trump hints US would not back UK over Falkland Islands due to lack of Iran war support
The US president says the UK was not "there to help me" in his ongoing war with Iran.
Households warned gas price spike could pile fresh pressure on energy bills
Experts warn low storage levels could push up gas prices further, leaving households with higher bills.
How the brain of a fly may help explain human behaviour
Comparing the brains of male and female flies may transform our understanding of how genes shape behaviour, including ours.
Palestinian teens killed during settler attack on West Bank village, officials say
Al-Mughayyir's council says they were trying to stop settlers stealing sheep, but the Israeli military says they threw stones at its troops.
Zack Polanski says he'll run for former PM Starmer's seat in by-election
The Green Party leader intends to run in the Holborn and St Pancras seat following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as MP.
Watch: BBC witnesses 'taxi boat' picking up migrants multiple times in a day
A BBC investigation has found smuggling gangs are running low on small boats, forcing rival gangs to work together and load more migrants on larger boats.
How Gloria Steinem changed the lives of generations of women
The trailblazing feminist spoke out for the legalisation of abortion, same-sex marriage and equal pay for women - but her activism was not without backlash.
Could Lindsay Clancy trial end in a mistrial? Here are the jury's options
Jurors have five options before them as they decide the fate of the former nurse charged with murdering her three children.
Watch: What it's like to ride in one of the UK's first robotaxis
The BBC's Zoe Kleinman takes a ride on Uber's self-driving robotaxi as the service rolls out on Thursday.
They were raised on Drag Race UK - but can they snatch the crown?
A new wave of queens raised on the hit reality show are among the 12 contestants set to compete for the series eight crown.
The overlooked factor driving the childhood obesity crisis
At a specialist childhood obesity clinic, almost all of the children are not in school. Why?
Nvidia strikes $12.9bn deal to buy AI platform Hugging Face
The deal gives Nvidia control of a leading open-source AI platform and developer community.
UN warns of 'supersized' El Niño as countries prepare for impact
The WMO has warned that the natural weather phenomenon could bring disruption to global economies.
'Beautiful, vibrant' Disney star Carla Jeffery dies aged 33
Jeffery was known for playing cheerleader Bree in 2018 Disney Channel movie Zombies and two sequels.
Satellite images show how Canadian 'island' vanished before turning up 20 miles away
BBC Verify has used satellite imagery to track the mysterious phenomenon, which has surprised people around the world.
Amelia Dimoldenberg to close doors of Chicken Shop Date
Amelia Dimoldenberg announces she will end her popular YouTube series after more than a decade.
Four to face trial accused of murdering baby
The four Slovakian nationals will stand trial at Sheffield Crown Court in April, a judge rules.
Anthony Joshua's driver attempted overtake before fatal crash, trial hears
Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode is charged in Nigeria with offences including causing death by dangerous driving.
Joshua's driver attempted overtake before fatal crash, trial hears
Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode is charged in Nigeria with offences including causing death by dangerous driving.
Bournemouth Echo
MP urges rethink on three-week overnight roadworks on seafront
South Dorset MP Lloyd Hatton has urged Dorset Council to reconsider planned overnight resurfacing work on Weymouth Esplanade, warning it could be a “nightmare” for dozens of seafront hotel and guest-house businesses.
Forgotten plan to build a mega-motorway straight through the New Forest
Dramatic history of A31 through the New Forest, from the construction of its concrete underpasses to the failed 2007 plot to extend the M27.
Drink and drug driver bans among the cases - In the Dock
The following cases were heard in Poole Magistrates' Court:
Bournemouth GP struck off for 'coercive control'
Fugitive doctor Walid Ahmed is erased from the medical register after fleeing his prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of the tribunal’s decision.
Three-year-old boy drowned while on holiday in Maldives, inquest hears
A three-year-old boy died after drowning while on holiday in the Maldives, an inquest heard.
Plan to make ‘tangible improvements’ to lives of residents with learning disabilities
A new plan to make “a tangible improvement” in the lives of resident with learning disability has been approved
Handmade Ukrainian crochet toys salvaged from bombed warehouse bound for Dorset shop
Crochet toys destined for a Dorset gift shop were among parcels salvaged from a warehouse hit in a drone attack in Ukraine.
Highly anticipated new Wetherspoon pub announces new opening date
A new and highly anticipated Weatherspoon pub set to open in Ferndown as pushed back its opening day following a £1 million development project.
Residents continue to object to plans for garage to open for 24-hours
ABUSE, people urinating and walking dogs outside homes on private land have been listed by residents against round-the-clock opening at a Holton Heath garage.
Council refuses plan for 10 homes on greenfield land
Plans to build 10 homes on greenfield land have been thrown out amid fears they would harm the countryside.
Schools across BCP area to introduce new special needs provision this year
Four primary schools across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole will be introducing new Special Educational Needs provision this school year.
Bournemouth property shut down following reports of anti-social behaviour
A property in Bournemouth has been shut down following ongoing reports of anti-social behaviour
Prime Minister agrees to 'look seriously' at regulating ferry-crossing prices
Prime Minister Andy Burnham agreed to "look seriously" at a proposal made to regulate cross-Solent ferry prices in Tuesday's PMQ's.
Developer who blocked sea views with 6ft wall told to demolish it after planning row
A 'disingenuous' developer may finally be forced to demolish an illegal privacy wall which blocked a family's sea view after losing an appeal.
Fraudsters made £14m on tree-planting investment scam
THREE ex-company directors made millions by persuading clients to invest their pensions in a tree-planting scam.
Popular Dorset parkrun is back but organisers warn 'we won't be back' without help
The popular Weymouth Parkrun is returning but organisers have warned 'we won't be back' without help
Bournemouth fraudsters splash on supercars during £70m tree-planting investment scam
Three directors of a Bournemouth-based tree-planting company who splashed out on luxury holidays, supercars and a yacht while running a £70 million investment scam have been jailed.
Pop legends to perform at Poole venue in 2027 as part of 40th anniversary tour
Wet Wet Wet announce 2027 UK tour celebrating 40 years since debut album Popped In Souled Out, including Poole date and classic hits like Wishing I Was Lucky.
Prime Minister challenged over plans to 'tear up' the New Forest
The Prime Minister has been challenged on plans to 'tear apart' the New Forest by local MP Sir Julian Lewis.
New restrictions coming to more than a dozen parking spaces in Christchurch
New restrictions are coming to more than a dozen parking spaces in Christchurch
Bournemouth nightclub seeking permission to stay open until 5am
A Bournemouth nightclub is seeking to extend its opening hours until 5am
Controversial plans for restaurant in Poole to open until the early hours
Plans to extend live and recorded music hours at a restaurant in Poole is going to be heard at committee after dozens of residents submitted objections
BCP Council plans to lease land on Mudeford Sandbank for restaurant
BCP Council is disposing of a section of land on Mudeford Sandbank to be used by a restaurant
Residents urged to check voter details to avoid missing chance to vote next May
BCP Council urges Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole residents to check voter registration details during the annual canvass to ensure voting rights in May 2027
Identification made following alleged dog bite on woman's upper leg in Poole
A woman has been identified following an image appeal in relation to a dog bite incident in Poole.
Bournemouth Airport issues alert to passengers over M27
Bournemouth Airport passenger travel alert
PS5 and Ray-Ban sunglasses stolen in Parkstone thefts
Witnesses are being urged to come forward after a Playstation and sunglasses were stolen in Parkstone.
BCP Council approves £11.2m IT upgrade to protect residents' data
BCP councillors said protecting residents' data and guarding against cyber attacks were key reasons an £11.2 million investment in the council’s IT infrastructure is needed. The investment will be part of a long-term plan to maintain and secure the council’s IT systems between 2026 and 2032.
Sunseeker launches new Europe arm to 'bring customers closer to brand'
Sunseeker International has launched a new division to manage its European operations directly.
More than 500 residents gather for urgent Christchurch Harbour meeting
More than 500 residents gathered to raise concerns about water quality, pollution, and the health of Christchurch Harbour in a public meeting
Fireworks to light up skies this week with displays to go ahead as planned
Fireworks will be lighting up the skies again after cancellations due to weather and wildfire risk
Council cannot provide suitable coroner’s office due to financial pressures
A council has said it cannot create a dedicated coroner’s facility for some years due to financial pressures
Swanage RNLI campaign tops 10,000 names as new memorial boards proposed
Swanage lifeboat’s team is hoping to reward fund-raisers with new information boards being proposed for the town station.
New cemetery planned due to shortage of burial land
A shortage of burial land has led to a new cemetery being planned for Gillingham.
Emergency services race to Bournemouth Airport for unwell plane 'captain'
Emergency services rushed to Bournemouth Airport after a Jet2 crew member fell ill on a flight from Greece. Passengers disembarked safely.
Crash involving 'motorcyclist and van' in busy road
Road close and traffic diverted following reports of a "serious crash' in on Poole Road.
'Incident' at Bournemouth Airport sparks 'major' emergency response
We have received reports of a 'major incident' at Bournemouth Airport last night, the plane involved is believed to be the Jet2 flight arriving from Kos International Airport, Greece. Bournemouth Airport, Jet2 and emergency services have been contacted for further information.
Property group strengthens residential portfolio with acquisition of three parks
Serenity Parks has acquired three residential parks from long-standing operator John Romans, expanding its presence across Dorset and Hampshire.
Stir Events CIC to deliver Christchurch Christmas Lights Turn On this year
Stilt walkers, jugglers and a laser light finale will bring festive sparkle to this year's Christmas lights switch-on.
Historic church in Dorset finally secures funds needed for urgent roof repairs
Holy Rood church in Shillingstone, Dorset celebrates roof repair after three years of worry and one collapsed roof
Travel agent celebrating 40 years of serving communities across Dorset
Julie Furness at Hays Travel Poole is celebrating 40 years of making dreams come true for holidaymakers in Dorset.
Teams raise more than £3,000 for Dorset Mind through Dorset Plane Pull challenge
Teams Pull Together to Move a 35,000kg Boeing 737 at Bournemouth Airport as part of the Dorset Plane Pull, raising more than £3,000 for Dorset Mind
'You're on alert 24/7' : Dementia diagnosis delays hit carers' jobs and finances
Nearly half of carers have waited more than six months for a diagnosis, according to new research from the Alzheimer’s Society.
Amy Winehouse Band to perform in Poole as part of Back In Black anniversary tour
The Back to Back 20th anniversary tour will see the Amy Winehouse Band perform at Lighthouse Poole on November 28.
New Forest and Jurassic Coast sections among most picturesque UK cycling trails
The New Forest and Jurassic Coast have been identified as the UK's top picturesque cycling routes from new research by Cycleplan.
Escape into autumn with a variety of National Trust events across Dorset
The National Trust has announced a range of upcoming events set to take place across Dorset from September to mid-November.
New art exhibition to showcase more than 30 artists at Upton Country Park
The Raw Wall Collective will present the art exhibition at the Gallery Upstairs in Upton Country Park, Poole, on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4.
Dorset Council will mark Merchant Navy Day with flag raising ceremony
Dorset Council will mark Merchant Navy Day with the ceremony on Thursday, September 3, at 9.30am at the Memorial outside County Hall, Dorchester.
Poole Accident Repair named a finalist in the Greener Bodyshop Awards 2026
Poole Accident Repair is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist in the Greener Bodyshop Awards 2026
Corfe Castle bringing history to life with medieval themed events this September
Corfe Castle turns into a medieval playground this September, with a month of knights, crafts, free entry weekend and open fire cooking
Poole opticians back runner raising money for girl with rare genetic condition
Specsavers Poole is supporting a fundraising initiative inspired by a 7-year-old girl with a rare genetic condition that causes seizures and affects mobility
World's last seagoing paddle steamer visiting the South Coast this month
Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, will offer cruises from September 3 to September 22 as part of its South Coast and Isle of Wight programme.
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra gearing up for autumn series of performances
The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is gearing up for a series of performances across the South West
Government
Climate Change Act 2008 (Repeal) Bill
A Bill to repeal the Climate Change Act 2008; to make provision consequential on that repeal; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Norris co-founds new junior single-seater team
2025 F1 World Champion Lando Norris has co-founded a new junior single-seater team, LN4 Fusion, that will compete in the Italian F4 Championship, FRECA and Formula 3.
Colapinto grateful for Alpine ‘trust’ amid contract extension
Franco Colapinto arrives into the Italian Grand Prix weekend off the back of signing a contract extension with the Alpine team.
Leclerc targets ‘very special’ Monza weekend with new engine
Charles Leclerc has echoed team mate Lewis Hamilton’s optimism over an engine upgrade that Ferrari will deploy at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza – expressing his hope of delivering another “very special weekend” in front of the Tifosi.
Lawson details ‘biggest challenge’ of Red Bull switch
Liam Lawson will drive for Red Bull at the Italian Grand Prix, with the driver from New Zealand admitting that preparing for the weekend posed a particular challenge.
Antonelli explains approach to starting at the back in Monza
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli is preparing to start from further down the order at the Italian Grand Prix due to an engine penalty, but the championship leader still hopes to make the most of the opportunity.
Hamilton ‘strongly believes’ in Ferrari’s victory chances
Lewis Hamilton was all smiles as the F1 paddock reconvened at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza on Thursday, with the Ferrari driver hoping that an engine update will boost his and the team’s Italian Grand Prix chances.
Play the F1 Trivia Tour for a chance to win incredible prizes
Put your knowledge to the test in our exclusive three-part trivia series for your chance to win incredible prizes.
How every corner at Monza got its name
Become an expert on the Autodromo Nazionale Monza with our guide to the historic circuit’s corner names.
What does the Italian GP ‘heat hazard’ declaration mean?
Another ‘heat hazard’ has been declared by Formula 1’s governing body, the FIA, ahead of the Italian Grand Prix weekend. But what exactly does it mean for the teams and the drivers at Monza? F1.com offers an all-in-one reminder…
LIVE COVERAGE: Build-up to the Italian Grand Prix
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2026 Italian Grand Prix weekend in Monza.
Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2026 Italian Grand Prix
As F1 heads to Monza for the Italian Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
Windows Central
Call of Duty: Warzone's Xbox One and PS4 shut down is approaching — here's what's happening and when you have to stop playing
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is the first to drop support for Xbox One and PS4, and as a result, Warzone is shutting down on last-gen consoles. Here's what you need to know.
It took two years, but Dragon's Dogma 2 finally has 60fps on Xbox Series X, just as a new gameplay trailer for its upcoming DLC expansion drops
It's been a long time coming, but Dragon's Dogma 2 has finally received a major performance patch for consoles and PC so it can be played at optimal framerates, along with many other gameplay changes. Additionally, Capcom unveiled a new gameplay trailer for the Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen DLC expansion detailing its Relic loot system.
Microsoft is finally making it easier to mute Teams without hiding from your boss
Microsoft Teams will soon let users temporarily pause all notifications. Here is how the new quiet feature works and how it differs from Do Not Disturb.
I got hands-on with Lenovo's new $699 IdeaPad Vibe, which goes up against the MacBook Neo, and choosing a color may be harder than choosing a CPU
After seeing Lenovo's new IdeaPad Vibe lineup in New York City earlier this summer, I came away genuinely impressed. Starting at just under $700, these laptops combine solid specs, surprisingly premium hardware, and an unprecedented level of personalization that makes Apple's MacBook Neo and Dell's newest 14-inch challenger look a little conservative by comparison.
Lenovo's impossibly thin AeroBlade concept could be the future of laptops (and I think it's coming sooner than expected)
Lenovo's Project AeroBlade concept is officially just a proof of concept, but after going hands-on with the absurdly thin and light prototype, I'm convinced this is less a technology demo and more a preview of where premium Windows laptops are headed next.
NVIDIA confirms RTX Spark configurations and availability: First devices expected to begin shipping as soon as next month, with two N1X configs on offer
The first RTX Spark powered devices will come in two flavors, and will begin shipping in October 2026 from certain OEMs.
NVIDIA reinforces itself as an AI-first company nowadays with an almost $13 billion acquisition of Hugging Face
NVIDIA has announced a massive acquisition of an AI company pushing $13 billion in value, reinforcing its focus nowadays as an AI company over everything else.
Here's all the Xbox-related game news and trailers revealed at PlayStation's September 2026 State of Play livestream
Sony has recently hosted their September 2026 State of Play livestream, showcasing a ton of PlayStation games that are also coming to Xbox and PC consoles. Here's all the Xbox and PC shown at the event.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance's next gameplay trailer shows the Boost Bracer's improvements to Bow, turning the weapon into an explosive shotgun
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance continues releasing daily gameplay trailers of how the new Boost Bracer mechanic will change its weapons, this time focusing on the classic ranged weapon, the Bow.
Laffgaff
What legendary lost city was supposedly submerged beneath the sea in Greek mythology?
Atlantis.
Unexplained Weight Gain
Doctor: "Have you experienced any unexplained weight gain this year?" Me: "No, I can probably explain it all."
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #26.36: Debian CERN Win, Faster Firefox, Free Bash Course, Grub Customization and More Linux Stuff
A faster Firefox is a better Firefox.
1Password Just Pledged $300,000 to DHH's Omarchy, and its Own Employees Aren't Happy
Internal Slack messages show the CEO and cofounder gave staff two very different explanations for the decision.
Good News! CERN is Migrating Over 2,200 Control Systems to Debian 13
The migration would move accelerator control computers out of the Red Hat ecosystem.