BBC News
US and Iran 'very close' to deal but 'not there yet', Vance says
US officials earlier told the BBC that the framework of a ceasefire extension deal had been agreed, pending the approval of Trump and Iran's leadership.
SAS troops accused of war crimes not referred to police over morale fears, inquiry hears
This meant military police did not learn for years of allegations of extra-judicial killings.
Moment Blue Origin rocket explodes during test in Florida
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on a launch pad at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night.
Epstein survivors lack faith in UK police investigating Andrew, says lawyer
A lawyer representing survivors says his clients lack confidence in the treatment they would receive in the UK.
AI facial recognition to check age of asylum seekers from next year
The Home Office says the tool will make it easier to identify adult migrants "attempting to game the system".
Russian drone crashes into apartment building in Romania
The drone hit a residential building, injuring two people and causing a fire, officials said.
Man jailed for 15 years over plot to attack Taylor Swift concert in Vienna
A 21-year-old Austrian man is found guilty of planning the attack and other terrorism-related offences.
Netanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70%
The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.
'I forgot what it feels like to be outside' – First rooftop intensive care ward opens
The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients.
Weekly quiz: Which tennis star dazzled the French Open with an 'Eiffel Tower' dress?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Trial of 'Ulm 5' activists: How Germany is dealing with its Palestine Action case
The case has sparked a debate in Germany - a long-standing supporter of Israel - about how to deal with pro-Palestinian protesters.
Survival before safety for Delhi's poor as temperatures hit 45C
As temperatures peak, Delhi’s informal workers continue working despite growing health risks.
The Papers: Burnham's 'blast at Blair' and 'Labour plans welfare shake-up'
Several of Friday's papers cover the fallout from a report into young people not in employment, education or training.
Israel intensifies strikes on Lebanon during ceasefire, videos show
Verified videos show strikes on densely populated neighbourhoods in southern Lebanon.
California teen wins US spelling bee - but could you compete? Take our quiz
Nine kids have battled it out in the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee finals - can you spell as well as they did?
Villas, cars and cash: Italy seizes dead Mafia mobster's millions
Police say the operation targeted the network of notorious late Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro.
Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave
French students are taking their exams in baking schools, while red alerts are issued in Italy.
Opportunities shrinking for too many young people, says major report on 'lost generation'
A report warns the number of 16 to 24-year-olds out of work, education or training is set to rise to 1.25 million by 2031.
Boy George receives lifetime achievement honour at LGBT Awards
The Karma Chameleon singer was surprised with the award by French fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier.
Italy restores lucky testicles on bull mosaic worn down by tourists
The artwork is the centre of a tradition that involves visitors performing three spins on it for good fortune.
Starmer defends policy decisions as he hits back at Blair
Former Labour PM Sir Tony Blair has accused the government of having "no coherent plan" for the country.
US government prepares to print $250 note featuring Trump's face
Federal law bars printing images of living people on US currency, but Trump allies in Congress are moving to make an exception.
Bournemouth Echo
'We just ran in': Friends describe dramatic rescue of two girls swept out to sea
TWO friends have spoken about the heroic moment they ran into the sea without hesitation to save two young girls who were screaming for help after being swept out by a rip current.
Man battling with mental health disorder died in high-speed crash
A MAN died in a high-speed crash after battling with his mental health - now his family are calling for better regulation.
The hidden smuggler’s cellar beneath this quirky new forest pub
Step back in time at The Queen's Head in Burley, a quirky 17th-century New Forest pub with a smuggler's cellar, roaring fires, and wild ponies at the door.
Festival music and alcohol licence going to committee
Plans for a food and drink festival which celebrates different cultures to be able to play music and sell alcohol will be heard by committee after residents raised concerns about noise, anti-social behaviour and parking
83 tonnes of waste collected in Bournemouth over bank holiday
More than 83 tonnes of rubbish has been collected during the bank holiday weekend
4 Dorset spots ranked among Britain's most expensive seaside towns for 2026
Sandbanks, Canford Cliffs, Lyme Regis and Swanage were ranked among Britain's most expensive seaside towns according to Rightmove
Man who sexually assaulted male given community sentence
A MAN who was convicted of sexually assaulting another male has been handed a community order.
Ferry service aims for 'simpler' system with online-only payments
A ferry service will be introducing number plate recognition systems in July, with the aim to create a 'simpler' experience for passengers.
‘Kind and caring’ dad killed by 100mph drunk driver filming moments before crash
A ‘KIND, caring and much-loved’ father of three was killed after a drunk driver crashed into him head on while speeding at 100mph.
Moors Valley announces popular bike park has reopened
Moors Valley Country Park has confirmed that a popular bike park has reopened after “essential tree works”. Watchmoor Bike Park reopened “as planned” on Friday 22nd May after two and a half days of works.
Morebus defend summer start date for town centre works
Morebus has defended the timing of town centre bus stop works, stating the summer start will reduce delays in the long run. Works along Gervis Place began on May 23, keeping a section of the road closed for “eight to nine months”.
South Western Ambulance service recorded its busiest day ever amid heatwave
The South Western Ambulance service recorded its busiest day ever on Tuesday, amid scorching heatwave temperatures.
Incredible scenes from the natural world captured by Dorset Camera Club
Dorset Camera Club photographers have been hard at work capturing striking images from around the county after a record breaking May bank holiday weekend and last night’s dramatic thunderstorm.
Dog rescued from cliff for second time this week in five-hour operation
A dog has been rescued from a cliff for the second time this week after becoming stranded on a ledge- prompting a five and a half hour emergency response.
Watch: workers brave blazing May sunshine to fix Wimborne Road
Workers have been braving the blazing May sunshine to fix part of Wimborne Road after a water main burst. Dorset Roads Policing said: “It is likely a large section of the road will need to be dug up.”
Council say 'no excuse' for people who leave litter on Bournemouth Beach
BCP Council has said there is “no excuse” for people who leave litter on Bournemouth Beach. After bank holiday weekend, a shocking amount of litter was seen strewn across the beach, including bottles of booze, tents, and even a used condom.
Formula 1
CATCH-UP: Watch the F1 Sim Racing World Championship season finale
Catch all the action from Round 12, which marks the finale of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship.
Windows Central
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma warns tough decisions are ahead, raising questions about Helix, Xbox Game Studios, and exclusives
Xbox's new CEO revealed that Xbox is in a tough spot in a new memo shared by The Verge. What could the "tough decisions" be on the horizon for Asha Sharma?
The Witcher 3 dev says the scope of the new Songs of the Past expansion is "closer to Blood and Wine" — "we're definitely making a proper big expansion"
The Witcher 3 dev CD Projekt RED has confirmed that the game's upcoming expansion Songs of the Past will be similar to Blood and Wine in terms of scope.
XBOX CEO says Game Pass cuts helped “retention improve” — but warns the bigger challenge will take time
XBOX CEO Asha Sharma says lowering the price of Xbox Game Pass helped improve subscriber retention after growth slowed following last year’s pricing changes. Sharma also addressed the company’s XBOX rebrand and hinted at more difficult decisions ahead.
Users report phishing emails coming from Microsoft’s system, and the company is digging in
Hackers are sending phishing emails from a real Microsoft address, making it even harder for unsuspecting users to detect the scam.
Banjo‑Kazooie is the top Xbox Player Voice request, and fans are still pushing for a comeback
Banjo-Kazooie has emerged as the top game-related request on Xbox’s Player Voice feedback forum, reigniting discussion around forgotten Xbox franchises and community demand for a revival.
Xbox is sunsetting Call of Duty: Warzone alongside Modern Warfare 4 on last-gen Xbox One and PS4 consoles — and the last day to download is just a week away
Xbox and Call of Duty have announced that when Modern Warfare 4 arrives later this year, support for Warzone on Xbox One and PS4 is ending.
Confused about Windows 11’s Low Latency Profile? Here is what it actually does and what we know so far about it.
Windows 11 Low Latency Profile explainer on how it boosts responsiveness, affects battery life, and what users can expect from this new feature.
NVIDIA drops the Control Panel for Windows 11 after 20 years of faithful service and goes all in on its newer app
With the release of the latest NVIDIA driver the classic Control Panel app is being retired. The features aren't going away, instead being folded into the newer NVIDIA App.