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Andrew Tate and brother arrested in US after more charges laid against them in UK
The Crown Prosecution Service says it has requested their extradition from the US, while their lawyer says they are "innocent".
Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living in first major policy pledge
A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his Government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.
Can Burnham's casual style survive contact with No 10?
When Burnham becomes PM, he'll find it harder to wear the wardrobe that's central to his political brand.
Two US troops killed and one missing after Iranian attack in Jordan
Iran and the US have traded strikes as hostilities re-escalated this week, with Tehran targeting US military facilities across the Gulf region.
The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off
More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them?
New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says
Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.
Why the World Cup half-time show may be a taste of things to come
The 2026 World Cup's spectacle is creating debate about the place of music in sport - and how it could infiltrate other tournaments.
The honours system used to be too posh but I'm proof change is happening
Record numbers of people from poorer backgrounds are now receiving awards.
Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy
Russians have been hit by mobile internet shutdowns and more businesses are seeking to dodge tax after more than four years of war with Ukraine.
Why some women are being driven out of the workplace by an illness
Three women describe how endometriosis has affected their careers, as an inquiry takes place.
Private jets flock to Montana - but locals can't afford the trailer park
Rents in Bozeman, Montana have skyrocketed as wealthy out-of-towners flock to the city to experience the American West.
Ruthless plotter? Flip-flopper? Dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy Burnham
Who is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it out
Mother killed while asleep with baby ‘was my world’, sister tells BBC
Kirandeep Kaur, killed as she slept with her baby and husband, leaves behind a 'devastated' family in India.
The Papers: 'Messiah without a mandate' and 'attack of the Argie ants'
Today's papers spotlight Andy Burnham on the eve of him becoming Britain's new prime minister.
Russian online retail warehouses hit by deadly Ukrainian strikes
Drones targeted Wildberries facilities near Moscow and in Tambov. Ukraine's leader called them "major logistics facilities" supplying "sanctioned components".
Burnham is 'people pleaser' with 'airy fairy' plans, says Kemi Badenoch
Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, the Conservative leader accused the incoming PM of not knowing "what the country's priorities are".
Bakery owner criticises ITV's The Voice over free cake request
The company behind The Voice UK apologises after asking bakery Get Baked for free food.
Burnham will be bolder but stick to Labour manifesto, deputy leader says
Meanwhile Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says Burnham is a "people pleaser", ahead of him becoming prime minister on Monday.
Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Ukrainian cities
Five people are killed and at least 35 injured as Ukraine's two largest cities are targeted, as Kyiv continues its own assault on Russian infrastructure.
US and Iran trade fire after two US soldiers killed in Jordan
Kuwait says an electricity and water plant is on fire after the second such attack in two days. Iran says US strikes hit an under-construction nuclear power plant.
Record numbers of honours for working class heroes
Record numbers of people from poorer backgrounds are now receiving awards.
The 1975's Matty Healy marries model Gabbriette Bechtel in Los Angeles
The newlyweds were first linked in 2023 after Healy's brief relationship with Taylor Swift.
Neighbours actor Terence Donovan dies aged 90
His son, actor Jason Donovan, posted to social media that his father died on Saturday night peacefully in Melbourne, Australia
Bruno Mars has an unexpected opening before Wembley party starts
After an eight-year absence from UK stages, Bruno Mars returned to Wembley Stadium with a polished, hit-filled show.
Chinese firm seeks compensation over British Steel nationalisation
Jingye said it will take action "through legal means to the very end" after the UK government nationalised British Steel.
The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off
More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them?
Can Burnham's casual style survive contact with No 10?
When Burnham becomes PM, he'll find it harder to wear the wardrobe that's central to his political brand.
Could there be a new dawn for North Sea oil and gas?
The incoming PM is expected to announce fresh support for the North Sea from day one of his premiership.
New EU border system tripling time at passport control, airport boss says
Ryanair has also warned passengers travelling to Europe this summer to prepare for extended waits.
Marathon runners compete on drifting sea ice at North Pole
Organisers say 23 runners from seven countries took part in races at the Arctic's geographic North Pole.
Britain 'set for bumper year' for butterflies
A hot and dry spring means a greater variety and more butterflies across the UK, a charity says.
Minnesota senior wins law change so she can enjoy Happy Hour at care home
Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is celebrating its success.
Bournemouth Echo
Incredible photos show Monster Trucks and supercars taking over Bournemouth beach
The air over Bournemouth didn't just smell of sea salt that May—it was thick with the scent of burning rubber, high-octane fuel, and sheer adrenaline. Twelve years ago, the tranquil seaside town was transformed into a roaring, screeching amphitheatre of motion for the first Bournemouth Wheels
'Bournemouth is number one' - Residents and council hit back at criticisms of town
Dorset’s seaside towns have received mixed reports in a new national survey from Which? with some coastal spots appearing in the UK’s top 20 while Bournemouth and Poole place near the bottom of the table.
Council sticking with decision to axe school crossing patrol
Dorset Council is sticking to its decision over plans to end a school crossing patrol in Ferndown.
Man pleads guilty after smashing windows Poole Jobcentre and MP's office
A man who smashed up an MP’s office and Poole Jobcentre and had a zombie knife has pleaded guilty to multiple offences.
Traditional wood-fired Italian pizzeria opens in Christchurch
A traditional wood-fired pizzeria serving fresh Italian ingredients has opened in Christchurch.
Fisherman shocked after spotting rare loggerhead turtle off Dorset coast
A fisherman has told of the “incredible” moment he spotted a loggerhead turtle 27 miles off Dorset.
LIVE - A31 partially blocked after police and ambulance respond to crash
A crash has been reported on the A31 eastbound near St Ives
26-year-old woman reported missing after last being seen in early hours
A woman has been reported missing after she was last seen in Poole in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Upcoming roadworks across BCP set to cause delays from July 20 to July 26
Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary traffic lights in July due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.
Large fire breaks out in the New Forest as public asked to avoid the area
A large blaze has broken out in the New Forest as Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service ask people to avoid the area.
Woman hospitalised with apparent broken ribs after being thrown from jet ski
A woman was hospitalised with suspected fractured ribs after being thrown from a jet ski.
Firefighters tackle blaze in wooded area near Bransgore
Firefighters were called out to a blaze in a wooded area near Bransgore in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Woman reported missing in Poole found, police say
A woman who had been reported missing in Poole since the early hours of Sunday morning has been found.
Police lie in wait for New Forest speeding drivers as 15 caught in a day
Police caught 15 people speeding in a day in the New Forest including one who was 14mph over the speed limit.
Criminal gangs operating in Dorset 'causing real harm' to communities
Police and Crime Commissioner David Sidwick has urged the government to take stronger action against organised crime, warning that it is becoming more entrenched in Dorset communities.
Two young girls who went missing in Bournemouth found, police say
Two young girls who went missing in Bournemouth have been found, police have said.
Unusually large Georgian doll set to go under the hammer in Dorset next month
An unusually large Georgian doll 'Dolly, is expected to sell for £3,000-5,000 in the Charterhouse two day specialist auction on August 20 and August 21.
Pub of the week to host "long eveninings on the terrace" and live music Fridays
Our Pub of the Week is The Britannia in Parkstone, bringing al fresco evenings and fresh seasonal flavours with the launch of its new summer offerings.
Dorset charity leading landmark project to improve support for young carers
MYTIME Young Carers is heading up the Equity for Young Carers Project, which aims to address the current “postcode lottery” in care.
New arrivals on famous Dorset island have 'cheeky personalities'
Two furry new arrivals are helping to shape the landscape on one of Dorset’s most famous islands.
High-end surf and turf restaurant to open in Poole
A high-end surf-and-turf restaurant is due to open soon in Poole.
Harry Redknapp officially opens brand-new FTY Lab venue in Poole
The FTY Lab, located in Poole, was launched during a VIP event on July 10, with former football manager Harry Redknapp in attendance.
Scaffolding firm applies to vary licence for site near Bournemouth Airport
Gibbo Scaffolding Ltd seeks to amend its HGV operator licence to add 2 goods vehicles at Aviation Park East, Hurn, Christchurch. Objections invited.
Family-owned housebuilder returns as a sponsor for the New Forest Show
Pennyfarthing Homes is returning as one of four headline sponsors of the New Forest Show, which takes place from July 28 to July 30.
The four phone settings you should change now to make your battery last longer
Mobile experts reveal four simple phone settings that can make your battery last longer as research shows millions worry about running low on power
Beaulieu offering savings through government scheme
Beaulieu is offering summer savings with a temporary VAT reduction on admission tickets.
Bournemouth club coffee morning raises more than £1.2k for breast cancer charity
A Bournemouth community hub transformed its annual coffee morning into a record-breaking fundraiser for a breast cancer charity.
BCP Council programme helping young people with SEND move into paid employment
Young people with SEND are moving into paid employment through BCP Council’s Supported Internship Programme, as graduates celebrated success at Upton House.
Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants
The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways and businesses have been revealed.
Dorset charity celebrates volunteers and supporters at annual summer social
STARS Dorset, which supports survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse, held the event to thank the many people who contribute to its work across Dorset,
Rare scenes of a curious hare caught in nature by a Dorset resident
A wildlife enthusiast from Dorset has described the “real privilege” of quietly watching a hare at close quarters on a countryside track near Shaftesbury.
Family-owned healthcare group acquires care home in 'much-loved' village
Kingsley Healthcare has acquired St George’s Care Home, a 55-bed facility located in Milford on Sea, as part of its ongoing growth strategy in the region.
King Charles hears about Soroptimists effort to combat domestic abuse
King Charles and Queen Camilla heard about the work being done in Dorset to support women fleeing domestic abuse during a recent visit to Blandford Forum.
Former Poundland in town centre transformed into new flagship outlet
A former Poundland store has been transformed into a Mountain Warehouse flagship outlet.
Plans to axe coastguard renumeration scrapped for now
Plans to shift the Coastguard Rescue Service to an expenses-only volunteer model will no longer go ahead this September.
Poole road to temporarily close later this month for gas main replacement works
Worbarrow Gardens, Poole, will close to vehicles for gas main works from 27 July to 21 August 2026. Diversions in place; BCP Council issues order.
Pub garden 'violated' after planters destroyed in 'suspicious' fire
Planters in a pub garden are believed to have been deliberately set alight.
UK drivers warned common Blue Badge mistake could lead to £1,000 fine
The warning comes as more people travel with family or share vehicles during the summer months.
Spanish holidaymakers face £425 bill for a common holiday mistake
Concerns were raised last year about UK holidaymakers driving mobility scooters at "nearly 30-40 miles an hour".
Formula 1
Lindblad celebrates ‘best feeling’ of qualifying P8 in Spa
Arvid Lindblad secured a career-best result of P8 during Qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix.
What are the tyre strategy options for the Belgian Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at Spa-Francorchamps.
What the teams said – Qualifying in Belgium
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from final practice and Qualifying at Spa-Francorchamps for the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix.
What To Watch For in the Belgian Grand Prix
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at Spa-Francorchamps.
Why Norris thinks Spa Qualifying was one of his ‘best laps’
Lando Norris delivered a magnificent lap to qualify third for the Belgian Grand Prix, but will be demoted to P13 due to a grid penalty.
Ferrari drivers share Belgian Grand Prix targets
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton believe they can challenge for podium finishes in the Belgian Grand Prix, with the Ferrari duo set to start from P4 and P5.
Wolff gives reason for Russell's Belgian GP deficit
Toto Wolff admits that some of George Russell's deficit to Mercedes team mate Kimi Antonelli in Qualifying for the Belgian Grand Prix is "not his fault".
Vasseur reacts to Ferrari's Belgian GP performance
Fred Vasseur admits that Ferrari were "not expecting this kind of result" in the Belgian Grand Prix, with Charles Leclerc finishing second and Lewis Hamilton just missing out on the podium.
Verstappen dissects his ‘unlucky’ drive to P3 in Belgium
Max Verstappen has shared his thoughts after achieving his third podium finish of the season at the Belgian Grand Prix.
Wolff gives take on bittersweet Belgian GP for Mercedes
Toto Wolff admits that "sometimes our best is not good enough" after a bittersweet Belgian Grand Prix for Mercedes, as Kimi Antonelli won and George Russell retired.
Leclerc shares disappointment of missing out on Belgium win
Charles Leclerc was denied consecutive victories by Kimi Antonelli, with the Ferrari driver forced to settle for second place at the Belgian Grand Prix.
Antonelli reflects on title battle after Belgian GP win
Kimi Antonelli believes he has "got to take every opportunity" possible in the title battle, with victory in the Belgian Grand Prix extending his margin over team mate George Russell to 50 points after the Briton retired.
Leclerc takes the fan vote after stunning P2 at Spa
For a while it looked as though Charles Leclerc might make it back-to-back wins following his triumph at the previous Silverstone round. In the end he didn't quite have the pace to hold off the charging Mercedes of Kimi Antonelli, but it was a superb Spa performance nonetheless.
Antonelli beats Leclerc to Belgian GP win as Russell retires
Kimi Antonelli came out on top in an eventful Belgian Grand Prix that saw his Mercedes team mate retire early on.
'Not good enough' – Russell reflects on Belgian GP DNF
George Russell has branded his Belgian Grand Prix weekend as "not good enough", after the Mercedes driver was eliminated on the opening lap following a collision with Lewis Hamilton.
Camara wins dramatic F2 Spa Feature Race
Rafael Camara claimed victory in the Spa-Francorchamps Feature Race having fought his way back into the lead after a mid-race red flag.
Ernesto Rivera storms through for Spa F3 Feature Race win
Red Bull junior Ernesto Rivera claimed his maiden Feature Race victory with an impressive drive in Belgium.
Windows Central
Windows 11's big 2026 update is almost here, and these 10 things you need to know before upgrading could save you time and frustration
Microsoft's Windows 11 version 26H2 update explained. Discover what changes, upgrade options, hardware requirements, and why it matters.
Bethesda confirms 'Fallout 5' and 'The Elder Scrolls VI' are built on new Creation Engine 3 — Todd Howard explains the goal to give more power to devs and creators
We spoke to Todd Howard about the power of Creation Engine 3, and how Roblox has validated Bethesda's focus on independent creators.
Fans clown PlayStation for killing game discs after the latest Wolverine trailer, and Xbox should absolutely be paying attention
Marvel's Wolverine has uploaded a new cinematic trailer hinting at the game's story, but the comments section is overflowing with fans condemning Sony for cancelling physical discs for future PlayStation games.
Windows 11 trades noisy Bing ads for the clean search experience it always needed — plus other updates you should know about this week
It took years of relentless user pushback, but Microsoft is finally rescuing Windows Search from ads and clutter.
Some Xbox studio leads reportedly "detest" Game Pass — so why did Xbox push ahead with it? "It felt like a race to zero."
In a new podcast, Bloomberg's Jason Schreier shared thoughts from Xbox Game Studios leaders, who reportedly "detest" Game Pass and its impact on perception of value.
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Pizza Peppers
What do you call a pizza with just peppers on it? Pepperonly pizza.
How many strings are there on a standard bass guitar?
Four.
Bakery Play
I landed a part in a community theater production about a giant bakery. I wouldn't say I was the star, but I did play a big roll.