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Trump heralds Iran deal but questions - and risks - remain
The announcement of an Iran deal was a welcome birthday gift for the president – but its success or failure may hinge on the details.
Starmer set to ban under-16s from major social media platforms
The prime minister promises "bold action" ahead of Monday's announcement on restrictions for children.
OnlyFans 'agents' control and threaten creators while taking half their earnings, BBC finds
Dozens of women on OnlyFans describe being exploited by managers who promised to help maximise profits.
Assisted dying returns to Parliament as MP urges peers to 'finish the job'
Lauren Edwards says she will bring the exact same bill which was narrowly passed by the Commons but ran out of time in the Lords.
Russian strikes kill nine in Ukraine and damage historic cathedral, officials say
A Ukrainian drone attack in the Russian city of Tula, south of Moscow, killed three people and wounded three others.
Arrest made after seizure of Russian oil tanker in Channel
National Crime Agency officers detain an Indian national on suspicion of sanctions offences.
Trump hosts UFC cage fight on the White House lawn
Thousands were expected to attend the mixed martial arts fight, which coincides with Trump's 80th birthday.
Roy Hattersley, former Labour deputy leader, dies aged 93
Paying tribute, Sir Keir Starmer said Lord Hattersley "was a giant of the Labour movement".
Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.
11 skydivers and pilot killed in US plane crash
The plane had just taken off in the US state of Missouri, but failed to gain altitude, according to local emergency responders.
US-Iran deal eases uncertainty over the war - but there is much still to play out
Pakistan says the deal includes Lebanon, but recent ceasefires there have failed to take hold.
Why you might not be buying the right pain relief for period cramps
Many women are buying less effective pain medication for period cramps, supermarket data suggests.
The Papers: 'Australia plus' social media ban and 'Russian incursion'
A number of the papers preview the announcement of a ban on social media for under-16s on Monday.
Roy Hattersley: Labour politician who helped start the party's modernisation
Able Labour politician, often at odds with his party, who became a successful author and columnist.
Jurors, lawyers and social workers face 'resilience test' in inaccessible courts
Access issues faced by wheelchair users in courts include broken lifts, “unsafe” ramps and unsuitable toilets.
As more US business owners retire many are selling up to their staff
Some six million bosses of American firms will be entering retirement between now and 2035.
Delhi's temperature showed 43.5C. Why did it feel hotter?
We spent a day out in the city with a thermal camera, recording surface temperatures indoors and outdoors.
Our newborn baby died four years ago and we still don't know why
Kianty and Conor Simpson have yet to scatter son Jacob's ashes as no inquest has been held for him.
Millions of people can get discounts on their bills - here's how
Lower social tariffs allow many people on benefits to get cheaper deals for water, broadband and phone.
Mark Carney visits ancestral village in Mayo
Mark Carney will meet his cousins on Sunday in Aughagower - the village his grandparents, Robert and Nora Moran, left when they emigrated to Canada in 1925.
UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal
Japanese firms will spend billions on UK infrastructure and offshore wind, Downing Street says.
Tourist train overturns and injures 17 during Cártama tapas festival
Nobody was seriously hurt as a result of the accident in the Spanish town, local authorities say.
Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals
Evidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups.
Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.
Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted baby
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.
Henry Nowak killer's sentence referred to Court of Appeal under unduly lenient scheme
The sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of the murder of Henry Nowak, has been referred to the Court of Appeal.
Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules
The Home Office had challenged a High Court ruling that the group's proscription should be quashed.
Man arrested for allegedly pushing woman in front of bus in 2017
A 44-year-old man is in custody over the incident where a woman appeared to be shoved into the path of a bus.
Bonnie Tyler out of coma but 'very unwell' after emergency surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was put in an induced coma after emergency intestinal surgery.
Boy was 'play hunting' before fatal stabbing, court told
Boy, 16, goes on trial accused of murdering nine-year-old Aria Thorpe in Weston-super-Mare.
Award-winning investigative journalist Roger Cook dies aged 83
The New Zealand-born reporter was credited with having invented the doorstep interview technique.
'Positive' or 'unnecessary'? UK teens on social media ban
The prime minister announced that under-16s will be banned from social media by spring 2027.
How will social media ban work and when does it start?
The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.
Bowen: Iran deal ends Trump's war that revealed limit of US dominance
The deal to end fighting and re-open the Strait of Hormuz leaves the sides where they were 24 hours before the war - only with thousands now dead.
How could the US-Iran deal affect oil prices and the cost of food?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
How adoptive parents' lies unravelled to reveal 'reign of terror'
Preston Davey died in hospital in July 2023 after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands.
Is the convertible heading into the sunset?
UK drivers have taken a shine to the SUV but could the fate of the convertible be reversed?
OnlyFans 'agents' control and threaten creators while taking half their earnings, BBC finds
Dozens of women on OnlyFans describe being exploited by managers who promised to help maximise profits.
Norwegian crown princess's son found guilty of two counts of rape
Marius Borg Høiby, the 29-year-old son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette Marit, has been sentenced to four years in jail.
Brazilian woman dies after rope-jumping instructors fail to attach cord
Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge.
Reform pledges new tax on hiring foreign workers
The party says the move would allow it to reverse last year's National Insurance rise for British workers.
Boy, 2, in hospital after nursery playground car crash
A 63-year-old woman is arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
Dozens walk out as Google boss Pichai addresses Stanford graduates
Some students were protesting against the company's controversial work with the US government on artificial intelligence.
Canadian lynx one of big cat sightings in Welsh countryside
Fifteen "big cats" were reported to authorities in Wales between January 2020 and July 2025.
Bournemouth Echo
'Suspected explosive device' discovered during firearms arrest in Christchurch
A suspected explosive device has been discovered after police descended on a property in Christchurch.
LIVE - Bomb squad called and homes evacuated after 'serious firearm found'
A road closure is in place in Suffolk Avenue in Christchurch and police are reportedly searching a property. More as we get it.
'It never happens here': Social club speaks out after 'assault' outside site
A social club has spoken out after a man sustained 'life-threatening' injuries during an 'assault' outside the site.
Hotel where it feels like you're in Miami among UK's best with a swimming pool
The Nici in Bournemouth has been named among the UK's best hotels with a swimming pool, according to The Independent
Man arrested and large emergency response as 'explosive device' found
A man was arrested and a large emergency response took over a Christchurch address upon discovery of an 'explosive device'.
Free country music event coming to Poole this summer
Country in The Square will take place on Saturday, August 22, from 12pm to 3pm, outside The Dolphin Shopping Centre.
South coast tech firm among the UK's best places to work - CEO explains how
iplicit, a fast-growth UK tech company and remote-first employer, has been ranked in the top 5 for 2026, improving on its previous top 10 ranking.
Search underway to locate 'easily confused' man
A search is underway to locate a missing man from Blandford who can become 'easily confused'.
Lollipop patrols could be axed for zebra crossings in BCP
Lollipop patrols could be ‘abolished’ and replaced with permanent crossings as part of wider plans to upgrade walking routes and boost child safety.
Bournemouth Airport passengers warned of 6-hour queues at 3 big holiday hotspots
The rollout of the EU’s Entry and Exit System (EES) has led to long queues in holiday hotspots that Bournemouth Airport passengers might be going to
New consultation on where homes should be built in BCP
A new consultation is giving residents, businesses and community groups the chance to shape the future of their areas
'I didn't know what was going on': Residents evacuated after 'bomb' units called
A suspected explosive devise discovered in Christchurch led to residents being evacuated from their homes.
Inquest opens after man in wheelchair found dead in garden pond
An inquest has opened into the death of a New Forest man who drowned in a garden pond.
Paralysed kitten and several suffering animals found neglected inside £1.1m home
A kitten with a broken spine was among the many animals found suffering in "appalling" conditions the £1.1 million home of a pensioner in West Parley.
Pensioner remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries after 'assault'
A man in his 60s who was hospitalised following a reported assault outside a club in Poole continues to be treated for life-threatening injuries.
Charging e-scooter causes dangerous property fire in Ringwood
A fire broke out in a domestic property this week in Ringwood after an E-scooter caught fire whilst it was charging.
Lymington RNLI boats launch to yacht run aground and kayaks in difficulty
Lymington RNLI volunteer crews responded to two separate incidents over the weekend, assisting a grounded yacht on Saturday and investigating reports of kayakers in difficulty on Sunday.
Stolen car with incorrect plates found abandoned in Gillingham
A damaged and abandoned car which has been identified as a stolen vehicle was lifted from a road in Gillingham.
Man held on suspicion of criminal damage in Southbourne after smashed windows spree
A man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage in the Southbourne Grove area.
Outrage over plans for nearly 150 homes on green belt
A bid to build almost 150 homes on green belt land has prompted outrage among village residents.
What apps will be banned? Starmer announces social media ban for under-16s
Sir Keir Starmer has announced that under-16s will no longer be able to use social media.
West End star John Barrowman to perform show at Dorset venue in September
West End star John Barrowman is set to light up the stage with My Life In Musicals at Lighthouse Poole on September 22.
New sunset seafront race to launch in Southbourne
A summer running event combining music, sunset racing and an after-party is set to make its debut along Southbourne seafront.
Rail customers scan QR codes every 40 seconds for live journey information
South Western Railway launches refreshed One Scan platform, bringing live journey updates direct to customers’ devices while travelling via seat QR codes
Medieval and Iron-Age treasures discovered by BU students now on display
Medieval and Iron-Age treasures discovered by Bournemouth University (BU) archaeologists are being showcased at a new exhibition at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery.
Dorset residents invited to take part in cycling and walking event
This year's Ride + Stride event takes place on September 12, offering a chance to explore Dorset’s historic churches while raising funds for vital repairs.
'Long-overdue step forward': MenB vaccine rollout praised after student's death
A Bournemouth MP has welcomed the rollout of a Meningitis vaccine, following the death of a university student in 2025.
Swanage Railway granted charitable status in landmark 50th anniversary year
Swanage Railway has been granted charitable status in what it describes as one of the most significant milestones in its history.
‘We must continue to defend democracy, freedom and respect’
On 6 June I attended the D-Day remembrance service at the British Normandy Memorial. I met Ken Hay, a 100-year-old Dorset Regiment veteran who fought in the Normandy campaign.
Starmer confirms social media ban for under-16s in 'big moment' for the UK
Sir Keir Starmer announced the restriction in a Downing Street press conference as he warned social media was having an impact on children’s happiness and mental health.
'State-of-the-art' private cancer facility to launch at hospital
A new partnership is set to provide Dorset residents with private cancer services, bringing more than £50 million of investment into NHS cancer care over the next 20 years.
Call for hourly express train service between Bournemouth and London
A campaign is under way calling for faster train services between Bournemouth and London.
More than 350 hospital staff gather for night of recognition at awards
More than 350 hospital staff and volunteers gathered for a special night of recognition last week.
Brits to face travel chaos at major Spanish airport this week as long queues expected
Workers at Palma Airport in Majorca, Spain, are due to strike this week - see how it will impact travellers.
Martin Lewis warning as millions could be damaging credit scores without realising
Martin Lewis has warned about the dangers of hiding debt from a partner, while finance experts reveal the credit score myths that could be affecting millions.
Government
Mental Health Support (Sentence of Detention and Imprisonment for Public Protection) Bill [HL]
A bill to make provision to ensure the mental health needs of individuals sentenced to detention and imprisonment for public protection are met; and for connected purposes.
Health and Disability Benefits Reform Bill [HL]
A Bill to reform the assessment process for health-related and disability benefits in England and Wales, including the minimum age at which applicants can be assessed and the nature of assessment appointments; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
All the key moments from the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya GP
Lewis Hamilton finally reached the chequered flag first on a Sunday for Ferrari, the seven-time World Champion taking victory in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Ex-F1 drivers De Vries and Kobayashi win Le Mans 24 Hours
Ex-Formula 1 drivers Nyck de Vries and Kamui Kobayashi, along with Mike Conway, claimed victory in the 2026 Le Mans 24 Hours for Toyota at the weekend.
'Not good enough' – Wolff critical of Mercedes' reliability
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff believes the team's reliability is "just not good enough", as Kimi Antonelli lost a podium in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix after a late retirement.
What the teams said – Race day in Barcelona-Catalunya
The drivers and team report back on all the action from the Grand Prix at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
5 betting lessons after Hamilton wins in Barcelona
A sensational performance at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya gave Lewis Hamilton his first Grand Prix win as a Ferrari driver.
Verstappen admits Red Bull ‘need to work harder’
Max Verstappen has shared an insight into the issues he experienced during a "lonely" drive to fourth place in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Colapinto hit with post-race penalty in Barcelona
Franco Colapinto's haul of points in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix was reduced after he received a penalty post-race.
7 moments you might have missed at the Barcelona-Catalunya GP
Relive the action from Barcelona at the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix with plenty of off-track F1 moments – historic podiums, football frenzies, and more.
Ferrari would be dominating with 'better engine' – Norris
The reigning World Champion believes Ferrari has the best handling car on the grid in 2026.
5 Winners and 5 Losers from Barcelona
Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers from an eventful 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
The 'unusual' reason behind Hulkenberg's DNF in Barcelona
Audi failed to score in Barcelona-Catalunya, but there were some rather strange reasons as to exactly why Nico Hulkenberg could not finish in the top 10.
Listen to F1 Nation's Barcelona-Catalunya GP review
Lewis Hamilton grabbed a famous and very emotional win for Ferrari in Barcelona-Catalunya, breaking Kimi Antonelli’s streak of victories and reigniting the title fight with a dominant display.
McLaren ‘definitely raised the bar’ in Barcelona – Stella
Andrea Stella has offered his thoughts on where McLaren stand in the pecking order after the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
How the F1 world reacted to Hamilton's first Ferrari win
The great and the good within Formula 1, as well as outside the sport, offered their congratulations after Lewis Hamilton's first Grands Prix victory for Ferrari in Barcelona last weekend.
Rosberg hails ‘legendary moment of F1’ as Hamilton wins
Nico Rosberg has reacted to Lewis Hamilton’s first Grand Prix victory for Ferrari in Barcelona.
The key components to Hamilton's first Ferrari win
Michael Lamonato examines how Lewis Hamilton's victory in Barcelona played out, from Ferrari's strategy to a missed chance for Mercedes...
Vasseur praises ‘outstanding’ Hamilton in Barcelona
Lewis Hamilton won his first Grand Prix with Ferrari at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Windows Central
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has new competition from... Google Earth?!
Google Earth has added a flight simulator to its web app, which is very much not a competitor for a more serious sim but is still fun nevertheless.
"I'm proud to say we delivered": Xbox Game Studios head Craig Duncan departs alongside chief of staff, read his message to Microsoft devs
After nearly 14 years working under Xbox and 18 months leading Xbox Game Studios, Craig Duncan is stepping down and leaving Microsoft.
CHUWI's AuBox X 256V mini AI PC keeps looking better as PC prices rise — I used it for a few weeks to see how well it runs
CHUWI's fresh AuBox X mini AI PC is super compact, relatively powerful, and comes at a very attractive price. Is it right for you? I've been using it for a few weeks to find out.
Windows 11's built-in apps are about to get a boost — here's what's already in testing
Microsoft is rolling out a major wave of updates to Windows 11's native in-box apps in the Insider channels, bringing bug fixes, UI tweaks, and highly requested updates to tools like Paint, Photos, and Clock before they ship to all users.
Forget waiting for Prime Day: these compact Geekom mini PCs deliver big‑machine performance at smaller‑than‑expected prices
Geekom is hosting a summer sale on various mini-PCs that offer great performance, vast storage space, and compact designs that will preserve real estate on your workstations. Plus, Geekom has limited-time promo codes to help reduce their prices further.
Microsoft’s controversial Wi‑Fi tracking in Teams is back — but this time with better privacy controls
Microsoft Teams' controversial Wi-Fi tracking feature is back with better privacy safeguards and transparency for users.
Laffgaff
What kind of animal is Asfaloth in ‘The Lord of the Rings’?
A horse.
Snooker Supplies
A van delivering snooker supplies has crashed. There are cues on both sides of the highway.
Itsfoss
Flipper One is a Pocket-sized Linux Cyberdeck
And it needs your help to come to fruition.
KDE is Going Wayland Only So This New Project Gives You KDE With X11
SonicDE went from a KWin patchset to a 40-repository desktop environment in a matter of months.
Linux Kernel 7.1 is a Feature Release That Could Be Useful For You
Don't let the .1 fool you, this release has plenty to offer.