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Oil prices surge above $110 and shares slide over Iran war
Major disruption to energy supplies threatens to push up prices for consumers and businesses around the world.
Who is Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran's new supreme leader?
Many expect the 56-year-old, who has largely kept a low profile, to continue his father's hardline policies.
Huge fire at Glasgow Central Station prompts evacuations as building collapses
The fire is understood to have started in a vape shop on Union Street on Sunday afternoon, with the building collapsing several hours later.
Watch: Fire crews fight blaze near Glasgow Central Station
The dome of a neighbouring building has collapsed as ScotRail says no trains will operate in or out of the station on Monday.
New images could be key to solving mystery of body in wetsuit
Detectives hope the new facial reconstruction images will end an 18-month mystery.
Rihanna's Beverly Hills home hit by gunfire, police say
A suspect was arrested after the shooting on Sunday afternoon, Los Angeles officers say.
Clumber spaniel named Bruin wins best in show at Crufts 2026
Handler Lee Cox said Bruin was the "dog of a lifetime" as he accepted the award.
Australians must prove they are over 18 to access porn under new laws
Sites such as Pornhub and RedTube must verify the ages of all users or risk million-dollar fines.
NHS England pauses new prescriptions of cross-sex hormones for under-18s
The health service said young people who already receive the drugs will continue to do so.
Paddington musical dominates WhatsOnStage awards
Other winners at the event included Jonathan Bailey, Rachel Zegler, Amber Davies and Sir Stephen Fry.
Spain's migrants welcome amnesty: 'It will help us in every way'
Madrid cites humanitarian and economic reasons to give undocumented workers legal status.
Bitter times for cocoa farmers as chocolate market slumps
Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin.
The Papers: 'Ayatollah's son chosen' and 'Iran threatens oil facilities'
The naming of Iran's new Supreme Leader as air strikes continue across the Middle East leads Monday's papers.
Unanswered questions as search for Nancy Guthrie enters a new month
The disappearance of the mother of TV presenter Savannah Guthrie captivated the US, but police have not made any arrests.
Sent 90 miles after giving birth while 'soaked in urine'
Four days after giving birth, Lizzy Berryman's psychosis forced her to be taken from York to Derby for specialist care.
Explosion at US embassy in Oslo may have been terrorism, Norway police say
Police say they are investigating other motives after the blast caused minor damage to the embassy building.
Hamnet star Jessie Buckley says acting helped her overcome eating disorder as a teenager
The Oscar-frontrunner says acting is "like water to me" as she credits her craft with helping her mental health.
Two deaths reported to drug watchdog over potential link to weight-loss jabs
The reports of the two deaths of a man and a woman were made to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
US missile hit military base near Iran school, video analysis shows
A US Tomahawk missile hit a military base near a primary school in southern Iran where Iranian authorities said 168 people were killed, expert video analysis shows.
Faisal Islam: Oil price spiral may be slowed but not stopped by G7 emergency move
A big intervention is being discussed in the oil markets, but as yet, we do not know how big the problem will be.
Five Iranian footballers 'in Australian safe house' after Asian Cup protest
Concern has grown for team after one critic called them 'wartime traitors' for failing to salute during the Iranian anthem.
How the Iran war may affect your bills and finances
The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
Iranians deeply divided over Mojtaba Khamenei's rise to power
While pro-establishment crowds celebrate Khamenei's appointment as his father's successor, others believe it signals no change to how Iran is ruled.
Passer-by tried to tackle vape shop blaze before inferno
Lamin Kongira told BBC Scotland News he had been walking past when a shopkeeper ran out saying "fire, fire".
Call off King's US visit over Iran, urge Lib Dems
The party says the planned trip should be scrapped after Donald Trump's criticism of the UK's response to the war.
King praises Commonwealth at biggest royal gathering since Andrew arrest
A protest by anti-monarchists is staged outside the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey.
Tributes paid as grime star Dot Rotten dies, aged 37
Dot Rotten scored a Top 20 hit with Overload, and worked with the likes of Ed Sheeran and AJ Tracey.
Ticketmaster owner Live Nation agrees to pay $280m to end US monopoly case
The live events company, which owns Ticketmaster, will open parts of its business to rival companies.
SEND reforms to 'strip away' children's legal protections, charity says
Planned changes to the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system in England were announced last month.
IRA bomb victims' civil court case begins against Gerry Adams
The men are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for decisions to plant car bombs in London and Manchester in 1973 and 1996.
Bag of cannabis and cash accidentally donated to NZ charity shop
Two teenagers have been arrested after inadvertently leaving the knapsack for staff to find.
Watch: Why the Iran war is pushing up oil prices
As turmoil continues in the Middle East, the price of crude oil rose to more than $100 a barrel on Monday.
In maps: Ten days of strikes across the Middle East
Israel has continued strikes across Iran and Lebanon and the Iranian regime has carried out more attacks, as the war continues for a tenth day.
HMS Prince of Wales unlikely to head to the Middle East
It comes after defence sources said the crew had been told they must be ready to leave in five days.
Watch: Ukrainian anti-drone 'bullet' that could help defend Gulf
The BBC's Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale, is in Ukraine to see the latest anti-drone technology the country has to offer.
PM warns of impact of Iran conflict on UK economy
The prime minister was speaking as oil prices soar in response to turbulence in the Middle East.
Paddington first new musical to win nine WhatsOnStage awards in 'record-setting haul'
Other winners at the event included Jonathan Bailey, Rachel Zegler, Amber Davies and Sir Stephen Fry.
Bitter times for cocoa farmers as chocolate market slumps
Chocolate bars may have shot up in price but West Africa's cocoa farmers are facing economic ruin.
I was sexually assaulted in a crowd. Now I'm developing tech to spot suspicious behaviour
Rosie Richardson wants to shift the onus to self protect away from women and on to the authorities.
The nearly-forgotten cricketer who became India's T20 World Cup hero
Sanju Samson lit up the T20 World Cup with 321 runs and impactful innings that helped India retain the title.
'This will change lives': Spain's migrants welcome amnesty for undocumented workers
Madrid cites humanitarian and economic reasons to give undocumented workers legal status.
Tributes to 'enormously talented' teenage goalkeeper who died after collapsing on pitch
Amelia Aplin died after collapsing during a game against Fulham in the Junior Premier League.
Princess Eugenie steps down from anti-slavery charity
She had been patron of human rights organisation Anti-Slavery International for seven years.
Two deaths reported to drug watchdog over potential link to weight-loss jabs
The reports of the two deaths of a man and a woman were made to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
Police release images of Oslo US embassy explosion suspect
Norwegian police say their investigation so far shows Sunday's blast was caused by an improvised device.
Greg James to go ahead with Comic Relief challenge after dad suffers stroke
The Radio 1 DJ returned to the radio on Monday as he said it is what his dad would want him to do.
Anti-Muslim hatred definition will in 'no way' restrict free speech, says Reed
Concerns have been raised that an "anti-Muslim hostility" definition could create a "chilling effect".
Hundreds of teenagers report for duty as Croatia reinstates conscription
Training will cover everything from traditional skills through to drone control and cyberwarfare techniques and countermeasures.
Bournemouth Echo
Cherries stadium plans receive support from public - but neighbour objections remain
The public consultation on the Cherries’ stadium expansion planning application has closed, and it was met with good support, but with a number of objections, too.
Government minister visits Bournemouth as impact on small businesses discussed
BRITAIN’S small business minister paid a visit to Bournemouth this week to discuss the government’s impact on SMEs.
'Women should be able to thrive in every part of their lives'
This weekend marked International Women’s Day.
In The Dock: Soap and candle thief banned from all Dorset Boots stores
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
REVIEW: Cloudbusting – Lighthouse, Poole
Cloudbusting are again bringing the music of Kate Bush to the UK and Ireland – and doing pretty well since their ongoing and rather haphazardly spaced tour is booking until June next year, including classical versions.
Warning after dog injured by discarded fishing hooks on beach
Sea anglers are being urged to take their fishing tackle home at the end of the day after a dog was injured on a Hampshire beach
Couple who died in the New Forest named as inquest opens into deaths
An inquest has opened into the death of a couple from Kent who were found dead in the New Forest.
Around 90,000 homes to receive details on change to New Forest parking charges
Information explaining controversial plans to introduce parking charges across the New Forest are set to be delivered to 90,000 households in the region.
Emergency services rush to scene after man spotted in river
A man had to be rescued from the River Avon near Covent Walk in Christchurch this morning, Dorset Police has confirmed.
Search for man after woman 'inappropriately touched' in bar
A woman was inappropriately touched while at a bar in Winton and police are looking to identify those involved.
Traditional painting school opens in Southbourne
A TRADITIONAL PAINTING school has opened in Southbourne inspired by the artistry of Florence.
The 'lovely' hotel with an afternoon tea offering that's 'excellent in every way'
Stanwell House in Lymington has been praised as a lovely spot for afternoon tea that's "excellent in every way"
Plans unveiled to transform historic building which lies derelict
Plans have been lodged to restore and redevelop a derelict historic site in Lymington, creating new commercial office space close to the town centre.
Huge snake spotted on beach path
A HUGE SNAKE was spotted by a dog walker on Highcliffe beach this weekend.
Teen hospitalised with serious injuries after being 'attacked' by group
A teenager has sustained serious injuries after being reportedly assaulted by a group of six other teens in Poole.
MP helps secures emergency funding for Dorset & Wiltshire Fire & Rescue Service
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue secures Bellwin emergency funding after severe wildfires, backed by MP Vikki Slade. Calls grow for long-term investment.
Care home group 'thrilled' after being named one of UK's best
A CARE home says it is ‘thrilled’ after being named one of the country’s top care home groups for the sixth consecutive year.
Police want to identify this man after sexual assault on Poole bus
A MAN approached and kissed a teenage girl on cheek without her consent before returning to his seat on a bus in Poole.
New highway charges policy will generate council up to £87,000
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is set to generate up to £87,000 after approving new policy which will charge for detailed information on roads and pavements.
It may be gloomy - but there could be a glimpse of spring
IT MAY be a gloomy Monday, but we could be donning our sun hats by mid-week according to the Met Office.
Specialist housing approved by cabinet
A new specialist housing to be delivered to support people with additional needs by promoting independence and community integration.
Man died at hospital after being found in cardiac arrest
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who died at Poole Hospital after he was found in cardiac arrest.
RECAP: Journey cancellations as train 'hits obstruction' on track
Lines are currently blocked between Poole and Wareham after a train 'hit an obstruction'. Updates to follow.
AA calls for lane discipline campaign as drivers see risky lane moves
The AA urges a crackdown on poor lane discipline after research finds 85% of UK drivers see middle lane hogging on motorways. Calls for stricter enforcement.
Dorset waste firm leading way in gender equality for International Women's Day
CSG leads on gender equality in UK waste management, with 44% of leadership roles held by women—above the industry average. Blandford Forum, J&G Environmental.
Day tickets now on sale for popular Dorset summer music festival
Day tickets for We Out Here Festival 2026 at St Giles Estate, Dorset, are now on sale. Secure your spot for live music, arts, and local community events.
Dorset care home networking breakfast celebrates International Women’s Day
Parley Place Care Home hosted a networking breakfast uniting health, social care and local business professionals for International Women’s Day.
“It could save a life”: Mum installs defibrillator after son’s tragic death
A mum from Dorset who lost her 13-year-old son has successfully helped install a new public defibrillator in his memory after campaigning to improve access to the lifesaving devices.
Spiers & Boden at Lighthouse Poole review: Folk duo celebrate 25 years together
Spiers & Boden, founding Bellowhead members, celebrate 25 years with a UK folk tour, performing at Lighthouse Poole. Review by Cliff Moore.
Outraged mum of two pleads to stop air 'toxic' incinerator plan
A community action group is raising funds to stop plans for an incinerator in Canford.
UK government issues UAE advice to British nationals in latest travel update
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has introduced a new booking portal to help British nationals get home from United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Formula 1
How the Australian Grand Prix changed the markets
Our betting experts assess how the markets changed after George Russell’s win in Australia.
What time is the 2026 Chinese GP and how can I watch it?
Here are all the timings – along with all the additional information you need – for the second Grand Prix weekend of the 2026 season from Shanghai International Circuit in China.
9 moments you missed at the Australian Grand Prix
Lego helmets, cricket collaborations and hectic home race events – here are the 2026 Australian Grand Prix off-track moments you might have missed.
6 Winners and 5 Losers from Australia
Lawrence Barretto picks out his winners and losers from the opening Grand Prix of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
McLaren have ‘work ahead of us' as Stella identifies main objective
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella explained in more detail what his team need to do to catch up to Mercedes and Ferrari after being the third-fastest team in Melbourne.
Verstappen to make Nurburgring 24 Hours debut
Max Verstappen has confirmed that he will make his debut at the Nurburgring 24 Hours in May with Mercedes, ticking off an event that has “been on my bucket list for a long time”.
Vasseur explains Ferrari’s VSC strategy call in Australia
Fred Vasseur has outlined the thinking behind Ferrari’s decision not to pit under the Virtual Safety Car in the Australian Grand Prix, the team boss suggesting that there is plenty for the Scuderia to work on in order to close the performance gap to Mercedes.
Mercedes 'have a fight on our hands’ with Ferrari – Wolff
Team Principal Toto Wolff has enthused that “Mercedes are back” after George Russell and Kimi Antonelli brought home a 1-2 for the squad in Australia, but conceded that they could be in for a tense competition with Ferrari.
Aston Martin ‘motived’ and ‘determined’ to improve – Alonso
Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll give their views on the Australian Grand Prix, and what positives Aston Martin can take from the opening race of the season.
Could Ferrari have won in Australia with a different VSC call?
Mercedes secured a perfect 1-2 result in Melbourne, but could Ferrari have challenged for the win with a different decision?
MS Dynamics
Introducing Custom Voice for Dynamics 365 Contact Center
Custom Neural Voices enable organizations to move beyond generic text-to-speech and create voice experiences that reflect their brand, values, and customer promise—while still benefiting from the scalability and intelligence of AI-driven contact centers.
The post Introducing Custom Voice for Dynamics 365 Contact Center appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Windows Central
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calls gaming a core part of the company and says it is “long on gaming” in new discussion with Xbox leadership
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella joined Xbox CEO Asha Sharma for an internal Q&A with staff, describing gaming as one of Microsoft’s core identities and reaffirming the company’s long term commitment to the industry.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in an internal Q&A, amplifying that Microsoft will "always" invest in gaming. "We're long on gaming. We'll continue to invest, and we'll always do so."
At a big internal Q&A session, Xbox CEO Asha Sharma hosted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, discussing the "long" vision for Xbox's future.
Minecraft Dungeons sequel may be brewing under the codename “Project Spicewood”
A new leak claims Mojang is developing a sequel to Minecraft Dungeons under the codename "Project Spicewood". The report suggests the project has been in development for at least two years and could target a Q2 2026 release window. Mojang has not confirmed the project, so the information should be treated cautiously.
I found a sub-$599 Windows 11 laptop that proves you don't need to compromise specs — with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage
There is a 23% discount active for the ASUS Vivobook 14, a workhorse laptop equipped with a Snapdragon X CPU, long battery life, 16GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and more features that help you survive the daily office grind.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is one of Capcom's best JRPGs in years on Xbox, but certain omissions may disappoint long-time fans
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is my most anticipated game of 2026, and after completing it, it exceeded my expectations with possibly the best story and character writing in the series and addictive monster-taming gameplay. Though it's not without some issues that will strike controversy amongst hardcore Monster Hunter fans.
Microsoft confirms that a highly anticipated new Taskbar feature coming to Windows 11 in 2026 has been delayed — promises to "ensure it meets our quality standards"
Microsoft's upcoming agenda view for the Taskbar on Windows 11 has been pushed back, with the first preview now expected to debut "in the coming months" instead of last year.
A ThinkPad finally hit iFixit's perfect repairability score — it's a right-to-repair win and puts the rest of the laptop industry on notice
Laptop repairability is becoming ever more important as PC prices climb due to hardware shortages, and Lenovo's new ThinkPad T14 and T16 just received full marks from iFixit. Here's what went into that perfect score.
Move over “This is an Xbox” — “Build for what’s next” tells fans the “future of Xbox starts now” at GDC
Xbox is showcasing new slogans at its GDC booth including “Build for what’s next” and “The future of Xbox starts now,” hinting at the company’s messaging for the next era of Xbox.
This wired gaming controller makes you feel like a god in Overwatch for under $70 — an unfair 8,000Hz advantage worth taking
Various retailers have started selling 42% discounts for the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro Tournament Edition 8K PC controller. With this discount, players will be able to enjoy the thrills of TMR analog sticks, 8000 polling rates, and more gameplay-enhancing features for a ludicrously low price.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella says AI is coming for your job, but you can still fight back: "The best protection against displacement is to transform yourself."
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns AI will displace jobs, urging workers to reskill and transform to stay relevant in the new reality.
I love this modern take on Microsoft's File Explorer with a modern AI semantic search — too bad it’s just a Windows 12 concept
Microsoft’s File Explorer has looked the same for decades. This Windows 12 concept shows how it could finally get the glow-up it deserves.
Is the best Windows laptop for $1,100 the MacBook Air M5? The answer genuinely surprised me.
I looked at the MacBook Air M5 and Parallels Desktop to see if Apple's latest hardware is actually the best way to run Windows for $1,100 in 2026.
Lenovo makes it easier to test the Xbox Full Screen Experience on your Legion Go handheld — here's how to sign up and try the FSE interface before a wider rollout
Lenovo has opened beta registrations for the Xbox Full Screen Experience on the Legion Go. The console-style interface aims to streamline Windows handheld gaming by booting directly into the Xbox app and reducing background tasks.
GitHub Copilot unlocks OpenAI's GPT-5.4 in VS Code and other coding platforms — Adding even more vibe coding options
GitHub Copilot has added support for OpenAI’s GPT-5.4 coding model, bringing improved reasoning and support for multi-step tasks. The model is available across several development environments.
Laffgaff
Who won the first season of ‘American Idol’ in 2002?
Kelly Clarkson.
TV Snooker
I keep turning the TV on half way through a frame of snooker. I just can't get a break.