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Three more Iran football team members change minds over asylum
Four of seven members of the women's football delegation who originally sought to stay in Australia have now chosen to return home.
Officials could gain police-style powers to tackle fly-tippers
The move would allow officers to search premises without a warrant, seize assets and arrest those suspected of criminality.
London's Burning actor John Alford dies in prison
The 54-year-old former star of Grange Hill and London's Burning was found dead at HMP Bure in Norfolk.
Oscars 2026: What to expect, how to watch and who will win
Sinners, One Battle After Another and Hamnet will all be vying for Hollywood's highest honour on Sunday.
'Gruesome' war bets fuel calls for crackdown on prediction markets
Predictions markets have hosted millions of dollars of bets related to the war in Iran.
BBC visits aftermath of Israeli strike on Lebanon that killed family as IDF targets Hezbollah
A relative tells BBC those killed were civilians and not Hezbollah operatives, but the Israel Defence Forces says it was targeting "terrorist infrastructure".
An eccentric new friend entered her life. Then things took a strange, expensive turn
What began as a dog-sitting favour ended with boutique owner Bridget Hutchcroft being owed more than £1.6m.
My letter to my dead daughter - after forgiving the man who killed her
The mother of Ann Grosmaire, 19, who was shot dead by her boyfriend, explains why she chose restorative justice.
Sculpting jaws, giving scores: Inside the world of looksmaxxing
Growing numbers of young men are going to great lengths to achieve what they see as the perfect face.
The women bringing chess into the 21st Century - with 'bullet' matches and viral videos
Women content creators are helping chess shake its image as an "old man's game" and bring it into the digital age.
Banknotes, beavers and a very British backlash
Politicians are furious Churchill will be replaced on banknotes. The RSPCA wants rats and pigeons to feature.
BBC comedy spotlights a romantic dilemma some disabled people face
Co-creator and star of We Might Regret This, Kyla Harris on delving into issues rarely seen on screen.
The Papers: 'Starmer may send drones to the Gulf' and 'Panic hits the pumps'
A mix of stories on Sunday's papers, with the war in the Middle East remaining prominent.
Will Trump help or hinder Zimbabwe's white farmers in their compensation battle?
They have engaged a lobbying firm with close ties to the US president to argue their case.
Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment
Volodymyr Zelensky cast concern over the supply of air-defence missiles after a heavy overnight attack kills at least five.
Harry and Meghan accuse royal author of 'deranged conspiracy'
Extracts from a new book about the Royals claim the Queen said Meghan had "brainwashed" Prince Harry.
Treasure hunter freed from jail after refusing to turn over shipwreck gold
Tommy Thompson spent more than a decade in prison after refusing to disclose the whereabouts of 500 missing gold coins.
UK looking at 'any options' to secure key oil route through Strait of Hormuz
The energy secretary also hinted at the possibility of sending minesweeping drones to the region.
We will intervene on energy bills if necessary, says Miliband
Oil and gas prices have surged due to the US-Israel war in Iran, with fears over the cost of living.
William shares unseen photo of Princess Diana for Mother's Day
The Prince of Wales captioned the previously unseen photo: "remembering my mother, today and every day".
Sculpting jaws, giving scores: Inside the world of looksmaxxing
Growing numbers of young men are going to great lengths to achieve what they see as the perfect face.
Police share details of tattoos as they trace man found dead in bin
Police issue a description of his distinctive tattoos as their efforts to identify him continue.
What to expect and who will win
Sinners, One Battle After Another and Hamnet will all be vying for Hollywood's highest honour on Sunday.
Three arrested at Al Quds Day protest in London
Around 1,000 officers managed protesters and counter-protesters on opposite sides of the River Thames.
Zelensky accuses EU allies of 'blackmail' in oil pipeline row
Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian couple and two of their children in occupied West Bank
Mohammed, aged five, and Othman, aged seven, were killed alongside their parents, the Palestinian health ministry says.
UK must build own nuclear missiles to end reliance on US, say Lib Dems
Sir Ed Davey is calling on the government to start work on a "fully independent British nuclear deterrent".
Severe flooding kills 66 in Kenya, as heavy rains continue
Eleven people were rescued overnight after a minibus taxi got stuck in rising floodwaters in Nairobi.
Bournemouth Echo
Upcoming road works across BCP set to cause delays from March 16 to March 22
Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face delays due to major roadworks, closures, and diversions from 16–22 March. Check BCP Council updates.
'Man of remarkable courage' rescued injured soldiers from no man's land
A memorial service was held for a 'man of remarkable courage' from Bournemouth, who saved the lives of eight men in WW1.
Mental health charity CEO says 'staffing changes' coming following drop in donations
A mental health charity is set to cut jobs after “navigating a challenging financial environment”, its CEO has said.
Seventh highest council tax increase in England
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is one of only seven local authorities in England to raise council tax by above 4.99 per cent.
New pharmacy approved despite residents objections
PLANS for a new pharmacy in Weston Road at Colehill had led to objections from residents – although Dorset Council has now accepted the proposals. Councillors heard claims that without agreement for the new site the existing pharmacy, almost opposite in Middlehill Road, might have to eventually
Customers 'know they will find the right things' at Poole shop
A COUPLE running a long-standing book and art store say they are proud to continue the family business which has been serving the community for more than four decades.
Thousands in cash and illicit cigarettes seized from Poole businesses
Thousands of pounds in cash alongside 'a substantial amount' of illicit cigarettes and vapes were seized from three business in Poole.
Poole properties searched for links with organised crime
Two properties in Poole were subject to police searches as part of an operation targeting organised crime.
School celebrates 'the magic of books' and encourages positive reading habits
A primary school in Ringwood recently 'embraced the opportunity to celebrate the magic of books' this World Book Day.
A hilarious night with Ardal O’Hanlon – who bounded on stage with a broken leg
All-round good guy Ardal O’Hanlon bounded on to the stage with the agility of a gazelle – with a broken leg.
Medical incident on beach as man unable to walk after injury
Emergency services were called to a cove following a medical emergency where a man was unable to walk due to an injury.
The grim ending of the serial killer suspect from Dorset
Dorset-born barrister Montague John Druitt was one of the most notorious Jack the Ripper suspects.
Meet the newly installed head chef at this stunning New Forest country gastropub
Chris Reeves is the top chef brand new to stunning New Forest country gastropub The Royal Oak at Hilltop, Beaulieu
Missing man found after police helicopter joins search
The NPAS helicopter has been assisting police in the search for a missing man in Poole.
'Rhino Boy' from Christchurch is 22 marathons short of his target
A man from Christchurch known as Rhino Boy is aiming to run 150 marathons to raise money for Save the Rhino International.
Nearly 100 arrested by police in crackdown on drugs and child exploitation
Nearly 100 arrests made and £446k of drugs seized in Dorset Police’s Operation Scorpion, targeting county lines, child exploitation, and organised crime.
Michelin restaurant in the New Forest with 'absolutely faultless' service
Hartnett Holder & Co is located in the Lime Wood Hotel in the New Forest
Make every stride count for prostate cancer patients at March for Men
Join the March for Men on Bournemouth seafront, 28 March, to raise funds for prostate cancer support in Dorset for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity.
Dorset car boot sales 2026 - where are they taking place?
Bargain hunters will be spoilt for choice this spring and summer, with car boot sales returning across BCP, Dorset and Hampshire.
Chance to ride in legendary Second World War tank on offer
Win a rare ride in Tiger 131 at The Tank Museum’s Tiger Day Spring 2026. Enter the raffle or auction for a chance to experience this WWII legend in action.
Dorset foundation looking to recruit younger and more diverse trustees
Dorset Community Foundation seeks new trustees, including younger, diverse applicants with grassroots or finance experience—to help support Dorset charities.
It could be you! Open call for pantomime dancer auditions at Dorset venue
Lighthouse Poole is holding open auditions for its 2026 Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime. Dancers and professionals aged 16+ urged to apply by 9 April.
New Forest Street with 'desirable address' among Britain's most expensive for 2026
Lower Pennington Lane in Lymington has been ranked as one of Britain's most expensive streets outside of London, according to Rightmove
Mummies and taxidermy otter inspire new Bournemouth art exhibition
Arts University Bournemouth students unveil Hidden Interventions, a site-specific art exhibition at Russell-Cotes Gallery and BNSS.
25-home development approved without a single affordable home
A 25-home development at Lytchett Matravers has been approved - although all the original 'affordable' homes have been dropped from the site.
'Much-loved' Bournemouth bandstand reopens after intensive repair works
Fisherman’s Walk Bandstand in Bournemouth has reopened after repairs, thanks to Councillor Eleanor Connolly and locals. Full renovation talks ongoing.
Residents at Poole care home share their motherhood advice ahead of Mother’s Day
A care home in Poole has been celebrating the stories and wisdom of its residents.
Millions of pet owners issued urgent spring warning after RSPCA say 'it can be fatal'
An animal welfare expert has warned people buying flowers for Mother’s Day this Sunday.
Brits warned about 'very large house spiders' coming from renowned science expert
Brits have been issued a 'very large house spider' warning for the coming weeks.
Morrisons shoppers can save nearly £20 a week until the end of April - see how
Recent figures from consumer group Which? put the average weekly shop at Morrisons at £187.65
Urgent passport warning for Brits travelling – 7 checks you must make now
Travellers are being warned about hidden passport rules that could stop them boarding flights or entering countries.
Think you can read doctor’s handwriting? Try translating these 9 scribbles
Doctors are known for having handwriting that's difficult to read - see if you can read these scribbles.
Formula 1
Felbermayr pips Palmowski to F1 ACADEMY Race 2 victory in Shanghai
Emma Felbermayr resisted late pressure from Alisha Palmowski to claim her first F1 ACADEMY win of 2026 in Shanghai.
Bahrain and Saudi Arabian GPs will not take place in April
After careful evaluations, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix will not take place in April.
How Qualifying in China changed the betting markets
After an eventful Qualifying session in Shanghai, our betting writers look at how the odds have changed.
All the key moments from the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix
As China played host to the first Sprint weekend of the 2026 season, Kimi Antonelli wrote his own history while Lewis Hamilton secured his first Ferrari podium.
Wolff reflects on 'best moment' after Antonelli's maiden win
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff admits that Kimi Antonelli's maiden Formula 1 victory in the Chinese Grand Prix was "one of the best moments I've had in F1".
Bearman bags P5 after ‘deer in headlights’ Lap 1 scare
Ollie Bearman was all smiles after an impressive drive to fifth position in Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix, having bounced back from a scary moment with Isack Hadjar on the opening lap.
What the teams said – Race day in China
The drivers and teams report back on the Chinese Grand Prix from the Shanghai International Circuit.
Leclerc 'enjoyed the fight' with Hamilton in battle for China podium
Charles Leclerc admits he "enjoyed the fight" with Ferrari team mate Lewis Hamilton in the Chinese Grand Prix, the pair battling for the final podium position in Sunday's race.
Verstappen reveals reason for ‘frustrating’ retirement in China
Max Verstappen has explained the reasons behind his “frustrating” retirement from the Chinese Grand Prix, with the Dutchman admitting that Red Bull have a “lot to learn from” after a difficult weekend for the team.
China 'one of the most enjoyable races I've had' - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton claims the Chinese Grand Prix "was one of the most enjoyable races I’ve had" after a thrilling intra-team battle with Charles Leclerc, before claiming his first Grand Prix podium since joining Ferrari.
Russell expects ‘tight year’ after ‘intense’ Chinese GP
George Russell is expecting a “tight year” ahead following his team mate Kimi Antonelli’s debut victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, with the Briton left to reflect on an “intense” day in which he claimed second place.
Emotional Antonelli reacts to 'dream' maiden F1 win
An emotional Kimi Antonelli thanked his Mercedes team after "they helped me to achieve this dream" following the teenager's victory in the Chinese Grand Prix.
Watch the highlights as Antonelli takes first F1 win in China
Kimi Antonelli sealed a memorable debut F1 victory at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, the Mercedes driver leading home team mate George Russell.
Windows Central
Windows Wrap: Windows 11’s disastrous year came at the perfect time for Xbox — Project Helix will drag PC gaming to where it needs to be
Windows 11 struggled in 2025, but it may have paved the way for Project Helix. Microsoft promised to reduce the pain points of Windows 11, and gamers may be the biggest benificiaries.
Lenovo challenges the MacBook Neo with this Snapdragon X laptop — its RAM and SSD especially are a huge step up
Amazon is offering an 8% discount on the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3X laptop. While it's not the best price drop, it has made it on par with the newly released MacBook Neo while offering superior RAM, storage, and other hardware features.
Microsoft quietly scraps plans to bring Copilot to notifications and Settings on Windows 11 as it moves to reduce AI bloat across the OS
Originally announced in 2024, Microsoft's plan to integrate Copilot across various areas of the Windows 11 shell has been shelved as the company reevaluates its AI approach in the OS.
Copilot helped me find the problem my doctors missed — and that matters even more as Microsoft announces Copilot Health
Microsoft just announced Copilot Health, a secure vault for your medical history and wearable data. While 67% of our readers say they aren't ready to hand over the keys to their health data, I have a different perspective.
Laffgaff
Lamp Swallower
Did you hear about the guy who swallowed a lamp? He just wanted a light snack.