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Parents of Southport survivors say anonymity has erased their girls from the story
The BBC has spoken to the parents of five of the 23 girls who survived the knife attack, who say a court order has rendered their children invisible.
Andrew investigation police renew call for information
The former prince was arrested in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Rubio says Cuba is threat to US as Havana accuses him of 'lies'
Cuba's foreign minister accused Rubio of trying to "instigate a military aggression".
Riskiest skin cancer cases hit UK record high
The number of melanoma skin cancer cases has risen above 20,000 a year for the first time in the UK.
Prepare for half term queues at Dover due to EU border process, port says
It is the first holiday period since the EU's new border system was fully implemented.
Police to score train firms on tackling sexual harassment
The government will not be financial or legal penalties for train operators who fail to meet the targets.
'Monitoring the situation': why young men are drawn to prediction markets
Prediction markets are a fast-growing, multi-billion-dollar industry, and appeal disproportionately to young men
Nascar champion Kyle Busch dies aged 41
Busch's representatives had said earlier on Thursday that he had been sent to hospital with a severe illness.
Alberta to hold referendum on whether to remain in Canada
Voters in the western province will decide next October whether they want to stay in Canada or move ahead with a process for a binding independence referendum.
US to send 5,000 more troops to Poland, Trump says
The announcement comes a week after the Pentagon cancelled a planned deployment of 4,000 troops to the country.
Fans react to Stephen Colbert’s final show
The late-night host will appear behind his CBS desk for the final time after the network announced last summer that the show would end after 11 seasons.
'We're meant to dance': Radio 1's Big Weekend has one focus on its first day
Thousands are expected to attend this year's festival in Sunderland, with Fatboy Slim headlining on Friday.
Hamnet author Maggie O'Farrell on her new novel on the Irish famine and keeping her Bafta in the basement
Maggie O'Farrell's new novel, Land, is published after the success of the film adaptation of Hamnet.
Stop blaming young people for being unemployed, says Amazon's UK boss
John Boumphrey says the education system "isn't necessarily producing young people who are ready for work".
Weekly quiz: Eurovision went mad for Bangaranga - but who gave the UK its only point?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
'We are resilient': As San Diego's Muslim community reels from mosque shooting, it refuses to be intimidated
Thousands attend funeral prayers for the three victims of Monday's deadly shooting at the Islamic Centre of San Diego.
We swapped city life for a tiny island with more sheep than people
Lois Roberts and Aron Llwyd, the new wardens of Bardsey Island, said they were craving a "different challenge".
The Papers: 'Net migration almost halves' and 'Paint the town claret'
New figures show falling migration levels and Aston Villa fans return to Birmingham leads Friday's papers.
Sam Fender, Rosalía and Jacob Alon win Ivor Novello Awards
Lola Young helped to honour Elton John at Thursday's event, which celebrates the craft of songwriting.
Record 274 climbers scale Everest via Nepal in one day
The summit bonanza comes after a late start to this climbing season due to earlier route obstructions.
Race Across the World series six winners crowned
The latest series culminated on Thursday with a dash through snow-covered Hatgal in northern Mongolia.
'No means no': Greenlanders protest against Trump outside new US consulate
The inauguration of the new consulate comes amid a push by the US president for greater control over the island.
King Charles plays ukulele on final day of NI trip
This is his 43rd visit to Northern Ireland, first as Prince of Wales and now as King.
At least 24 killed in two separate attacks in Honduras
No motive has been identified for the attacks, though northern Honduras has been the site of ongoing agrarian conflict for years.
Teen boys' rape sentences to be reviewed by government
The three teenagers were not given custodial sentences for their roles in the rape of two girls.
UK scientists developing Ebola vaccine that could be ready for trials in months
The rare species of Ebola involved - known as Bundibugyo - kills around a third of those infected and has no proven vaccine yet.
TV presenter Judith Chalmers dies aged 90
She was best known for hosting ITV's long-running travel show Wish You Were Here...?
William praises Catherine, saying 'our family couldn't cope' without her
The Prince of Wales says he feels "very proud" of his wife for completing her first official international trip since her cancer diagnosis.
Seven Afghan men charged over child sexual exploitation
The men are charged with 40 offences as part of an investigation into group-based child exploitation.
Palantir accuses Sadiq Khan of 'putting politics over public safety' after £50m Met deal blocked
Palantir UK chief says blocking £50m Met deal will give "hostile states and criminals an advantage".
Lupita Nyong'o rejects criticism of Helen of Troy role
Critics including Elon Musk have claimed it's wrong to cast a black actress as the ancient Greek figure.
Nearly 30 illegal waste 'super sites' revealed in new government watchlist
The list, published by the Environment Agency on Friday, includes 28 so-called "super sites" that contain more than 20,000 tonnes of waste.
Bank boss sorry after describing workers as 'lower value human capital'
The Standard Chartered boss said he values all colleagues and is committed to helping them cope with change.
Rival claims of murder and suicide set off media frenzy after an Indian bride dies
Twisha Sharma, a model and actor, had been married for just five months when she was found dead.
Cubans grapple with fuel shortages and blackouts as US steps up pressure
The BBC speaks to Havana residents after the US charges the country's former leader, Raúl Castro, with murder.
'Everyone's always had an opinion, now you can bet on it': Prediction markets and their appeal to young men
Prediction markets are a fast-growing, multi-billion-dollar industry, and appeal disproportionately to young men
Maisie Peters on change, having a thick skin and her 'healed' sound
The singer shares what it has been like to grow up with her fans and the inspiration behind her new album.
'At a loss for words' - Destiny 2 fans react to news support is ending
Bungie said the online shooter will get its final update on 9 June but will still be playable.
Morrisons planning to close 100 stores in next few months
It said difficulties had been exacerbated by "significant cost increases resulting from government policy choices".
Parents of Southport survivors say anonymity has erased their girls from the story
The BBC has spoken to parents of some of the children who survived the knife attack, who believe they have been given insufficient support because of the anonymity order.
'We're coming back strong!' - Girl group Mis-Teeq confirm reunion
The group were known for blending R&B melodies with UK garage on hits such as Scandalous and One Night Stand.
Andrew investigation could look into sexual misconduct allegations
The former prince was arrested in February on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Jury discharged in Ian Watkins prison murder trial
Rico Gedel and Samuel Dodsworth had been on trial at Leeds Crown Court accused of his murder.
Bournemouth Echo
Families to get cheaper days out and free buses this summer
Families in Dorset and across across the UK will benefit from free busses and reduced costs on meals, entertainment and attractions this summer as part of a new government initiative
Dorset farmer set to take centre stage in heartfelt Britain's Got Talent semi-finals
A farmer from Dorset will take to the stage in the Britain’s Got Talent semi finals on Saturday with the Hawkstone Farmers Choir live at the London Apollo.
Colourful new handmade art installations brightens sea walk along Christchurch Quay
A new coastal art installation is bringing a burst of colour and creativity to a seaside walkway in Christchurch.
Buried treasure and bizarre names - inside Pug's Hole
Discover the history and wildlife of Pug's Hole, the smallest and funniest-named nature reserve in Bournemouth.
New app launches in bcp offering real time sea water quality updates for beachgoers
Wessex water has released an app which gives Bournemouth beachgoers live information on seawater quality in near real-time.
Christchurch Carnival: 115-year summer celebration set to return in style
Christchurch Carnival is one of the the South's oldest community festivals and is preparing to return with a bang this summer.
SGN promises to 'limit disruption' as essential A35 gas works to begin
ESSENTIAL work to upgrade the gas supply network on the A35 Poole Road is set to begin shortly, with SGN saying they will do “everything we can to limit disruption” during the project.
Woman stole underwear from Ann Summers - In The Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
LIVE: Plans to expand Vitality Stadium approved by planning committee
Updates from BCP Council's eastern BCP planning committee as councillors are set to rule on AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium plans.
Primary school plunged into special measures after Ofsted inspection
A village primary school has been plunged into special measures after inspectors warned it is “failing to provide an acceptable standard of education”.
LIVE - News, traffic, travel and weather updates for BCP ahead of hot weekend
All the latest news, traffic, travel, weather and more across BCP ahead of the hot bank holiday weekend.
Preferred candidate chosen for Chief Constable of Dorset Police
Current Deputy Chief Constable Rachel Farrell has been chosen as the preferred candidate for Chief Constable of Dorset Police.
Bournemouth's best pub gardens for summer sipping and al fresco dining
From seaside terraces to chic town centre hideaways, Bournemouth boasts a variety of outdoor spots perfect for summer evenings and social gatherings.
Government recruiting nearly 500 staff to support more disabled people in work
Nearly 500 additional staff will be hired to clear a backlog and enable thousands more disabled people to start or stay in work.
LIVE: Car flipped on its roof in Bournemouth
Reports have confirmed that a silver car has flipped on Saxonhurst Road in Bournemouth.
‘Our hearts are truly broken’ - Tribute to boy, 9, as coroner closes investigation
A MUCH-LOVED nine-year-old boy remembered by his family as “nature boy” will not have his inquest resumed, a coroner has ruled.
Plans to expand Vitality Stadium APPROVED by planning committee
THE Cherries’ plans for the Vitality Stadium have been approved by BCP Council.
Arrest made after damage to Poole MP office and Jobcentre
A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage at an MP’s constituency office and a Jobcentre in Poole.
Council urging for powers to introduce tourist tax in BCP
Allowing BCP Council to introduce a ‘tourist tax’ will help to “create a year-round visitor offer”
Poole's first Reform mayor and deputy mayor voted into office
Poole has its first Reform mayor and deputy mayor after a historic first town council meeting
Car free development of 20 flats in Bournemouth recommended for approval
A proposed “car free” development of a block of 20 flats in Bournemouth is recommended for approval despite concerns about a lack of parking and the size of the scheme
Three people charged after goat theft to appear in court
Three people were arrested and have been subsequently charged after theft of goats in a Dorset village.
Teen rapists who filmed attacks avoid jail as ‘unduly lenient’ sentence slammed
TEENAGERS who raped two girls and filmed the attacks have avoided jail, as the former Home Office minister slams the 'unduly lenient sentence for sending a bad message'.
Yellow heat health warning issued for BCP ahead of heatwave
A yellow heat-health alert has been issued for the South West of England, in effect from this afternoon.
11 'illegal rave' hotspots identified by police ahead of bank holiday
Police are ramping up patrols and security in a bid to stop 'illegal raves' before they start this weekend.
Urgent alert from airport announced for passengers flying from Bournemouth
Bournemouth Airport have announced an urgent passenger alert today for people flying after 9:00am from today until Monday.
Jet2 launches free flights for fans sharing football stars' names
Despite Cole Palmer and Phil Foden not being on England's flight to the USA, two people with their names could still take to the skies this summer.
Transformer equivalent to '20 African elephants' to be delivered
A transformer delivery equivalent to the weight of “20 African elephants” will take place this weekend near Verwood.
World Cup sticker tour comes to ASDA in Castlepoint this month
Panini’s official FIFA World Cup 2026 sticker tour is set to roll into Bournemouth later this month, bringing a live swap shop experience to local collectors.
Person rescued from boat before it crashes ashore and catches fire
A PERSON was rescued after falling overboard a boat, with the vessel then catching fire.
Investigations ongoing after woman 'assaulted' outside kebab shop
Enquiries are continuing after a woman was reportedly assaulted outside a kebab shop in Poole.
Man arrested after windows smashed at Poole Jobcentre
A man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after windows were smashed at Poole Jobcentre.
Poole MP's constituency office 'criminally damaged'
Poole MP Neil Duncan-Jordan said his constituency office has been criminally damaged.
Woman seriously injured after assault with potential witness sought
A woman was seriously injured following an assault in Wareham.
Dedicated footway and signals to be trialled on Wimborne bridge next week
Temporary traffic management will be placed on Julian’s Bridge in Wimborne from Tuesday May 26 to test a safer way for people to cross the bridge on foot.
What's on in cinemas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole this weekend
The first Star Wars film in seven years, a British rom-com film, and a supernatural horror film are among films shown in BCP cinemas this weekend
Free half-term children's charity event to take place on May 29
Taking place on Friday, May 29, the event will be held at the Factory Space on Christchurch Road, BH7 6DY from 12pm to 8pm.
£41,000 worth of incentives and more than 100 new homes coming soon to Dorset
David Wilson Redrow South West launches 107 new homes at Royal Oaks, Gillingham Meadows, Dorset, with incentives including Stamp Duty paid and upgrades.
Dorset calls on employers of all sizes to open doors to young people
Employers in Dorset are being urged to help prepare the next generation of workers and get involved in careers education
Firm wins Family Business of the Year at Bournemouth awards
Aspirin Business Solutions, founded in 2004 by Susannah Brade-Waring, was named Family Business of the Year at the 2026 Bournemouth Business Awards.
Free pet workshops from Pets at Home for children this May half-term
Throughout May half-term, children across England and Wales are invited to their local Pets at Home Petcare Centre to take part in their free sessions.
Rising Dorset sports star shines in national junior golf tournament
Molly Cartwright-Tickle recently won the Bisgood Cup at the Parkstone Junior Open, qualifying for the Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championships 2026.
Dozens of local bikers rally together for care home resident’s special wish
In Parkstone, 36 motorbikes roared into the car park of Alexandra House care home to surprise resident Tony with a rally in his honour.
Boscombe garden praised by Tom Hayes MP launches community fundraising campaign
Located in Boscombe’s Secret Garden, the Tree of Giving sculpture blooms with every donation to the Keep It Grounded campaign launched by Grounded Community.
Limited spaces left for free mole check event at Christchurch dermatology clinic
Southface Skin and Dermatology Clinic in Christchurch is inviting members of the public to attend a free Mole Check Event on May 30.
'I just want to live in my own house again with my family'
A FAMILY said they “just want their house back” after a devastating garage fire ripped through their home a year ago, leaving them facing what they describe as “prolonged uncertainty and stress.”
Online conference to address Dorset's housing and nature challenges next month
Dorset CPRE's 2026 event, 'Getting the Balance Right between Dorset's Housing, Nature and the Countryside' will address housing and nature challenges on June 9.
St John Ambulance issues hot weather advice ahead of bank holiday weekend
St John Ambulance is urging the public to stay safe by following simple first aid advice to prevent heat exhaustion, sunburn, dehydration, and heatstroke.
Weekend of unforgettable live music and feel-good entertainment returns in June
With a weekend of unforgettable live music in the heart of Larmer Tree Gardens, Larmer Tree Live returns on June 12-13.
Letter: 'Inappropriate voting system caused town councils pickle'
SO, BCP Council finds itself in a bit of a pickle over the new town councils for Bournemouth, Poole and Broadstone.
Popular food and music festival wins award at Poole Business Awards 2026
Seafood & Sounds has been named WINNER of the Poole Business Awards 2026 Poole BID High Street Impact Award
Investment pays off for Dorset funeral group with growing team at two branches
Douch Family Funeral Directors has expanded the team at its two Lesley Shand branches in Corfe Mullen and Blandford Forum.
Formula 1
‘Get used to it’ – Hamilton determined to stay in F1
Lewis Hamilton has insisted that he plans to continue competing in F1 for a while to come.
Why it’s all to play for at Mercedes in Canada
There will be plenty of eyes on Mercedes at the Canadian Grand Prix, with Kimi Antonelli leading team mate George Russell in the standings while the squad delivers their first upgrade package.
Russell insists ‘no need to panic’ over championship gap
George Russell says that he is not thinking about the championship entering into the Canadian Grand Prix, a weekend that will see Mercedes bring upgrades to the W17.
Stroll explains Aston Martin’s focus ahead of his home race
Lance Stroll is looking forward to his "favourite race of the year" on home soil in Canada, one in which Aston Martin will be hoping to build on the progress they displayed last time out in Miami.
Hamilton abandons ‘hit and miss’ simulator for Canada
Lewis Hamilton has prepared differently for the Canadian Grand Prix after struggling to align his simulator work and on-track performance.
Storylines to keep an eye on as F1 ACADEMY returns in Montreal
After an exhilarating opener in China, the F1 ACADEMY season continues with Round 2 in Montreal.
'Stories have been fabricated' – Ocon denies Haas rift rumours
Esteban Ocon has clarified that there is no rift between himself and the Haas Formula 1 team after rumours emerged online about turmoil between the Frenchman and American outfit following the Miami Grand Prix.
Williams recruit Piers Thynne from McLaren for leadership role
Williams have announced several new appointments at the team, including former McLaren Chief Operating Officer Piers Thynne.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the build-up ahead of Canada
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix weekend.
LIVE COVERAGE: All the action from FP1 in Canada
Live coverage of Friday's first practice session for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix.
Our guide to in-race betting opportunities in Canada
When the lights go out in Montreal, bettors will be watching closely to make accurate predictions in real-time.
Norris and Piastri optimistic as McLaren bring more upgrades
Oscar Piastri believes that if McLaren is competitive this weekend in the Canadian Grand Prix "then that's a really good sign for the rest of the year", as the reigning Teams' Champions have brought further upgrades to try and catch Mercedes.
Bortoleto brands Antonelli and Verstappen comparisons unfair
Gabriel Bortoleto believes that Kimi Antonelli should not be compared to Max Verstappen this early in his career.
Antonelli questions how long winning form will last
Kimi Antonelli admits that trying to sustain his strong run of form at the Canadian Grand Prix and beyond is a big unknown 'even for myself', as the Italian eyes a maiden Formula 1 title.
Verstappen hoping to close in on top three teams
Max Verstappen has shared his thoughts on Red Bull's progress ahead of Round 5 on the calendar, the Canadian Grand Prix.
Komatsu blasts Ocon row reports as ‘absolute bull****’
Haas Team Principal Ayao Komatsu has quashed speculation of a fallout with driver Esteban Ocon after rumours circulated following the Miami Grand Prix.
Windows Central
5 NEW ID@Xbox games for you to try next: Underrated horror, metroidvania, puzzlers, a Mirror's Edge-like, and more!
From run-and-hide horror to wholesome plant puzzles, we think these hidden gems should be next in your game queue.
"We're not done yet": Forza Horizon 6 dev says it's still releasing Xbox's Fable "later this year," so don't worry about a delay for the RPG
As Playground Games launches Forza Horizon 6 with huge success for Xbox, the developer has reaffirmed it's still releasing Fable "later this year" too.
Forza Horizon 6 hits a massive milestone across Xbox, PC, and Game Pass after its explosive release — it just set a new Steam peak player count, too
Xbox's Forza Horizon 6 got off to an explosive start at launch, and it's only picking up speed with a new milestone and Steam player count record.
The Xbox Gear Store is back with a new name, new look, and new merchandise — but there is something noticeably missing
The Xbox Gear Shop is back as the Xbox Game Studios Shop, featuring new first-party merch.
Newegg's Memorial Day Sale has offered a 40% discount on a 2TB SSD that's highly regarded for its "Best in class 4K read performance" for PC gaming
Newegg has begun its Memorial Day sales event, and it's bringing a tremendous 40% discount to the critically acclaimed WD_Black SN7100 SSD's 2TB model for PC users and gamers to enjoy.
Here are all the major Warhammer Skulls 2026 announcements — and nearly every reveal and news update has me giddy with joy as a Warhammer fan
Warhammer Skulls 2026 has just concluded, and it has brought forth a tidal wave of major news announcements for several upcoming Warhammer videogames, as well as revealing brand new ones.
Microsoft issues mitigation for critical Windows 11 BitLocker flaw exploited with a USB key — "Can't come up with an explanation beside the fact that this was intentional."
The company has shared mitigation measures for a critical security vulnerability after a security researcher claimed it secretly built a backdoor into BitLocker.
How will Microsoft's new gaming Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball shape Xbox? How Roblox, China, and even OnlyFans might inform XBOX's future.
XBOX has a new chief strategy officer as part of another leadership shakeup from CEO Asha Sharma. How might Matthew Ball handle XBOX's future? We can infer a bit from his own analysis.
“Our job is to turn around the business": New Xbox chief strategy officer says joining was "irresistible," and his goal is "reviving storied franchises"
As part of plans for "strengthening Xbox’s console business," its new CSO Matthew Ball aims to elevate Microsoft's social "creator-centric" games.
This new Windows app is a quiet, thoughtful Markdown reader that feels great to use
Sefer is a quiet, well‑designed Markdown reader with wide margins, a built‑in table of contents, and a custom renderer that makes documents and books easy to read.
Microsoft’s Copilot marketing chief is leaving, but not before defining a radical ‘Agentic’ future for Windows
Yusuf Mehdi, Microsoft’s Copilot marketing chief, will leave next year after helping reimagine Windows for the agentic era.
Microsoft admits forcing the floating Copilot button on Office users was a mistake—but engagement went up anyway
Microsoft admits the floating Copilot button in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint was a mistake, and will now allow users to move the AI back to the ribbon.
This “killer budget laptop” from Lenovo delivers all‑day battery life for around $500
The Lenovo Slim 3X is now just over $500 at Amazon, hitting its lowest price in months. This lightweight Snapdragon laptop delivers excellent battery life and handles everyday tasks well, making it a strong pick for students and office workers.
MSI's next "Claw 8 EX AI+" moves closer to a $2,000 price tag — as the handheld gaming industry seemingly loses its collective mind
MSI's Claw 8 EX AI+ handheld is listed at Australian retailers with a shockingly high price, sparking skepticism as better‑value options dominate the market.
Don't play Forza Horizon 6 on PC without trying Logitech's finest racing wheel and secure your first-place trophies
Memorial Day has given rise to a 31% discount for the Logitech G29 Steering Wheel controller exclusively on Amazon. With its Hall Effect Sensors and Real Force Feedback, it's perfect for playing racing games on PC and PlayStation.
Windows Central Podcast: Are Microsoft's new Surface PCs too expensive?
On this episode of the Windows Central Podcast, Daniel and Zac discuss Microsoft's new Surface for Business announcements, and their pricing.
Laffgaff
Which cardinal direction does the Sun rise from?
East.
Hearing Aid Thief
Did you hear about the guy that was caught stealing hearing aids? He was given the deaf penalty.
Itsfoss
Good News! After Lenovo and Dell, Now HP Pledges to Support Linux Vendor Firmware Service
More major vendors supporting LVFS is a good sign for the desktop Linux community.