BBC News
Water cannon fired in latest disorder after Belfast knife attack
Riot police came under sustained attack from a group throwing bricks, bottles and pieces of wood at a major roundabout to the north-west of Belfast.
US and Iran exchange strikes across Middle East for second day in a row
The US carries out strikes on military targets in southern Iran. Tehran responds by targeting US military assets in Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan.
Essex Police given new information on West Ham co-owner David Sullivan
Police have been contacted with new information about the West Ham co-owner following a BBC Panorama and Times investigation.
The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
Fireworks illuminate Barcelona's Sagrada Família during Pope visit
Pope Leo XIV says Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Família is a masterpiece of "stones, colours and light" during his visit to Spain.
Which World Cup stars have roots near you?
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Trump says he 'loves the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years
Consumers are increasingly feeling the strain of the US-Israel war in Iran.
Smacking children could lead to lower GCSE grades, study suggests
A University College London (UCL) study suggests that smacking children "does no good whatsoever".
Mike Ashley's Frasers offers £1.73bn to buy all of Hugo Boss
The retail group already owns just over a quarter of the German fashion brand but wants to buy the rest of it.
Met Police calls on tech firms to make stolen phones unusable
Sir Mark Rowley has asked the home secretary to introduce legislation forcing companies to publish data on stolen devices.
Changing visa rules for care workers is wrong, says Rayner
The former deputy prime minister says changing visa rules for migrants already living in the UK would be "un-British".
Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them
In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood.
An Everest guide's miraculous survival raises questions for tourism industry
Why was a cook leading clients up the world's highest peak? And why was he left to rescue himself?
Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
Olivia Rodrigo sings about heartbreak but she's already chosen her wedding song
The pop star discusses the difficulty of writing happy songs, and her Glastonbury anxiety attack.
The Papers: 'Second night of unrest' and 'Yes we Kansas'
A second night of unrest in Northern Ireland following the knife attack in Belfast continues to dominate Thursday's papers.
Anger over Epstein and Andrew fuels festival of 'female anarchy'
Dozens of female playwrights unite to express their "seismic rage" in an ambitious theatrical event.
Family of British toddler speaks as Australian inquiry into cold case murders begins
NSW inquiry will also examine whether notorious serial killer Ivan Milat was responsible for more murders.
Four days of rain slashed population of world's rarest orangutans, study says
Climate change-induced weather events are pushing orangutan populations to extinction, says a study.
Vets advise ban on over the counter flea treatment for pets
Pet owners have historically been advised they should treat cats and dogs as a preventative measure every month.
Lacey Turner confirmed as first Strictly contestant
The actress is best known for her role as Stacey Slater on EastEnders, the BBC One soap she joined in 2004.
El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say
An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures.
Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time
Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly injections.
Asylum appeal backlog at record high, new figures show
While the government has cut the backlog of cases waiting for a decision, the number of appeals has risen.
'Mum was killing me': England's Declan Rice on sunburn for his World Cup photoshoot
The Arsenal midfielder admits he was a touch pink in pre-tournament photos as players try to adjust to scorching conditions.
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'Absolutely buzzing': Scotland fans arrive on US soil
Thousands of Tartan Army members are travelling to Boston ahead of the country's first match at the weekend.
A sneak peek inside Mexico’s iconic Azteca Stadium before World Cup kickoff
The BBC's Will Grant got access inside the renovated venue ahead of the first game of the tournament.
Why defence funding deal offered to Healey wasn't enough to keep him
The defence secretary was pressing the prime minister for a larger increase in defence spending than he was offered, the BBC understands.
Three ships attacked by the US in three days: What we know
Three tankers have been struck by the US military over the past three days, killing at least three people.
Jilted bride who went ahead with wedding gets engaged
Rather than cancel the £12,000 big day, Kayley Stead went ahead with it, posting videos and photos online.
'I haven't left my house, I'm scared' says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence
The Mean Girls musical's run in Belfast is cancelled following disorder in the city.
Mis-Teeq on reuniting, UK garage and Alesha Dixon's ad libs
The noughties girl group are back for a reunion gig to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album.
Three jailed for violence at Henry Nowak police protest
Disorder broke out in Southampton close to where the 18-year-old student was murdered.
Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children
The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.
Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries
Jess Turnbull "had so much to look forward to in her career and her life", the chief constable says.
Pentagon floors on lockdown after 'hazardous materials' incident
The building's systems detected an "air quality issue", a Pentagon spokesperson said, prompting a response from hazmat teams.
Rapist jailed for trafficking and abusing girls
Bawan Harwe is jailed for a series of child abuse offences against girls aged 12 to 16.
'Hidden house' farmer slams contempt conviction
Helen Lowe was found in contempt of court for failing to remove a house she built inside a barn.
Bournemouth Echo
Remembering the Bournemouth attraction that turned the seaside town upside down
The gravity was taken out of the Bournemouth seafront.
Three women join forces to help pub design the perfect home cooked Sunday roast
A quintessentially British village pub is launching a new community-led Sunday roast, brought to life by three local women with a passion for home cooking.
Bournemouth to see 'London-style' parking fines this summer
Bournemouth is set to become the only place in the country to trial 'London-style' parking fines this summer.
Woman gave XL bully as a gift - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Chapel Gate Eco Park expansion plan to bring AI waste sorting and new jobs
Plans have been submitted to BCP Council to expand the capacity of Chapel Gate Eco Park to integrate AI into recycling and waste services.
Police launch new undercover operation to tackle predatory behaviour in public spaces
A new Dorset police operation will see uniformed and non-uniformed teams take to the streets this summer in an effort to tackle predatory behaviour.
Four-day doctors' strike to hit Dorset hospitals next week
A four-day doctors’ strike will take place next week in hospitals across the county.
'Accident waiting to happen': Calls for more signs after dog fell from cliff
The emergency rescue of a dog that went over a cliff has sparked calls for more signage to warn the public about the sudden drop.
Home and garden giant fell into administration with 2,300 jobs lost owing £803m
A DIY home and garden improvement retail giant that collapsed into administration with the loss of thousands of jobs owed £803 million.
BCP's 3 best-performing secondary schools revealed in new league table
Bournemouth School, Poole Grammar School and Parkstone Grammar School have been ranked as the best in the BCP area
Neighbours describe how fire devastated Bournemouth home 'in minutes'
A fire devastated a house in Bournemouth late Wednesday evening (10 June). Firefighters were called to a property fire on Ibbertson Road at 10:44pm, with one person evacuating the house before their arrival — Dorset and Wilshire Fire Service say they believe the fire was started by a candle.
Man fined £200 by traffic warden for accidentally dropping a teabag
A council has apologised after an over-zealous litter warden fined a man £200 for accidentally dropping a hot teabag on the ground.
'Dangerous bully' prisoner jailed for raping inmate days after attack
A "dangerous" prisoner who raped an inmate days after a brutal attack has been jailed for more than a decade.
Controversial plans for 200 homes given the green light
Controversial plans to build 200 homes on farmland have been given the go-ahead despite strong backlash.
Bournemouth MP calls for global crackdown on dirty money ahead of UK summit
Tom Hayes MP has called the UK Illicit Finance Summit a once-in-a-generation opportunity to lead a global crackdown on corruption and illicit finance.
UK’s leading immersive leisure brand to open new venue at Dorset shopping centre
Activate Dorset will launch at the Dolphin Centre in Poole later this year, offering a mix of physical activity and interactive technology.
Call to save lollipop man in Moordown as council considers cuts
A petition has been started to save a lollipop man in Mooredown as the council considers removing school crossing patrols to save money
Poole MP dusting off his cowboy boots for free Pride in Place launch event
Poole MP, Neil Duncan-Jordan is planning to put on his cowboy boots and join local Hamworthy residents at the launch of the Pride in Place programme on June 13.
Bournemouth shoppers offered chance to win £100 Aldi voucher
Shoppers in Bournemouth have the chance to win a £100 Aldi voucher.
Shop shut down as nearly £50k of illegal tobacco and vapes seized
A convenience store has been closed down for three months after almost £50,000 of illegal vaping and tobacco products were seized from the shop
Bournemouth Airport announces huge sale on Jet2 flights
Jet2 has launched its Winter Sun programme early, giving customers a head start on booking winter getaways from Bournemouth.
Broadstone Town Council may not be able to fund Christmas lights
Broadstone Town Council has said it “may not” be funding Christmas lights this year
Second family home on road to become HMO despite planning refusal
A second family home on a residential street in Poole is going to be converted to a HMO despite planning permission being refused
Road to close for three weeks for 'electric network' works
A three-week road closure will be in place in Bournemouth to allow for improvements to the electricity network
Man sought after 'assaults' on woman and man at bus stop
A man approached a man and a woman at a bus stop in Bournemouth and reportedly began making inappropriate comments towards the woman, before assaulting her and the other man who attempted to intervene.
Teen who went missing from Poole Hospital found by police
A fifteen year old girl who was reported missing has now been found.
Residents invited to view and comment on Dorset village neighbourhood plan
A public consultation is now under way on an updated neighbourhood plan for Bere Regis, Dorset, with the deadline for comments set for Friday, July 20.
Work to repair library closed for more than six months set to begin
Work is due to begin to repair a library in Bournemouth which has been closed for more than six months.
Brothers, 8 and 5, killed in crash remembered by Christchurch Carnival
We are heartbroken to hear of the passing of Tobias and Finley Rice, taken far too soon in a car accident.
15-year-old girl reported as missing from Poole Hospital
A 15 year old girl has been reported missing after being last seen at Poole General Hospital, prompting a public appeal for information.
Dazzling 73m superyacht moored off Poole Quay
A 73m yacht has been spotted moored off Poole Quay, drawing attention with its vast scale and unmistakable luxury.
Watch - Fire breaks out late at night at Bournemouth property
Firefighters tackled a blaze in Bournemouth last night.
"Large-scale" cannabis factory uncovered at property
A "large-scale" cannabis operation has been dismantled by police.
Lighthouse Poole appoints new Head of Development and Partnerships
Emma Bovey has joined the senior management team at Lighthouse Poole as its new Head of Development and Partnerships.
Mountain challenge in memory of late director raises £25,000 for Cancer Research
Representatives from Go South Coast, the bus company that operates Morebus, completed the Three Peaks challenge, raising more than £25,000 for Cancer Research.
Dorset music festival named among the best-value festivals in the UK
New research has officially named We Out Here Festival in Dorset among the UK's best value festivals still to come this summer.
Christchurch roadworks chaos causing business closures and resident fury
Hugely disruptive roadworks in Christchurch are continuing to cause significant disruption for motorists and local businesses, with frustration growing among residents as works show little sign of easing.
Dorset employers invited to help unlock the potential of young carers
The MYTIME Employability Summit: Unlocking Potential will take place on November 4 at Bournemouth University, organised by MYTIME Young Carers.
Bournemouth school pupils enjoy 'unforgettable' day out at Marwell Zoo
Pupils from Hill View Primary School in Bournemouth enjoyed a visit to Marwell Zoo with a memorable day of animal encounters and discovery.
Care home to welcome community for nostalgic football‑themed celebration
Care UK’s Sway Place is inviting people to cheer on their nation ahead by joining residents and team members for a very special event on June 19.
Traditional summer fete returns to Wimborne museum with new Bake Off competition
The much-loved annual Summer Fete at Wimborne’s Museum of East Dorset returns on July 4, promising a delightful day of traditional family fun.
Bournemouth in Bloom Summer Show calling for more exhibitors to contribute
The Bournemouth In Bloom Summer Show is calling for more exhibitors to contribute for the event, due to be held on July 4 at St Francis of Assisi Church.
‘Lovely resident’ Mo celebrates 15 years at New Forest care home
Maureen Marks, known as Mo, celebrated her 15th anniversary of moving to Belmore Lodge in Lymington with an afternoon cocktail party.
Bournemouth University receives £2.8m for two new courses in defence technology
Two new Bournemouth University courses, funded by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Office for Students, will focus on defence technology and national security.
Samaritans of Bournemouth and District marks 65th anniversary with new patron
Samaritans of Bournemouth and District is celebrating providing 65 years of emotional support to people who are struggling and life-saving work helping others.
Military charity to attend TANKFEST at Dorset museum later this month
The Military Vehicle Trust (MVT), the largest organisation for ex-military vehicle owners, will attend TANKFEST at The Tank Museum, Bovington. June 26-28.
Agent Nouveau to host South African tasting evening in Westbourne this month
Agent Nouveau is set to host a South African Supper Club event to No.82 Poole Road, Westbourne, on Thursday, June 25.
Defence company seeks mechanics to swap hatchbacks for tanks in Dorset
Babcock International seeks UK mechanics to maintain British Army vehicles, including Land Rovers and Challenger 2 tanks. Civilian skills welcomed—apply now.
Mayor of Wimborne Minster re-elected for a third term
Councillor Jeff Hart will continue as Mayor of Wimborne Minster for the 2026/27 civic year after being re-elected at the Mayor Making Ceremony
Sunseeker and university students work together on new sustainability project
Sunseeker has teamed up with university students to turn luxury yacht offcuts into sustainable textile designs.
Charity launches new campaign to support parents facing hidden struggles
Home-Start Wessex launches the Behind Closed Doors campaign to support parents facing crisis, highlighting mental health, bereavement, and family challenges.
Dad blasts police after man 'strangled' teenage girl's throat and told her to 'die'
A teenage girl was allegedly grabbed by the neck and told to “die” in a shocking supermarket assault last month.
Tributes paid to charity founder and maternity campaigner who “transformed lives”
Tributes have been paid to a tireless campaigner who dedicated her life to improving maternity care from Dorset.
Bournemouth interest in green careers falling despite growing in other UK areas
Interest in green careers is falling in Bournemouth, with student search engine queries related to renewable careers have dropped by nearly 38%
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Infant (Born Alive) Protection Bill [HL]
A Bill to require that an infant born alive after an attempted termination of pregnancy receives appropriate medical treatment and care; to make provision about enforcement of that requirement; and for connected purposes.
Regulated Professions (Freedom of Speech) Bill [HL]
A Bill to protect the freedom of expression of professionally regulated individuals; to impose duties of neutrality on professional regulatory bodies; and to restrict the imposition by such bodies of mandatory training or education of a political, ideological, or social nature.
Formula 1
How Doohan supports Haas as reserve driver
After a seven-round stint in F1 with Alpine, Jack Doohan is now settling into life with Haas as the team's reserve driver.
Agreement reached on proposed F1 regulatory changes
A package of changes to the F1 Technical, Sporting and Financial Regulations for 2027 and 2028 have been agreed.
How Alonso's hunger for success still burns strong
Fernando Alonso first tasted victory on home soil 20 years ago. Now at Aston Martin his drive to succeed is as strong as it ever was.
Pirelli to remain exclusive F1 tyre supplier until 2028
Pirelli will remain the single tyre supplier for the FIA Formula One World Championship until 2028, after the FIA exercised the option to extend the current contract by mutual agreement with Formula 1 and Pirelli.
'Never say never' – Hamilton gives verdict on title chances
Lewis Hamilton admits "never say never" with regards to challenging Mercedes for this year's Formula 1 title, with the Briton confident of pushing Ferrari further in the right direction ahead of this weekend's Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Antonelli names 'big factor' in his performances so far
Kimi Antonelli admits that "this year so far [I'm] not doubting myself", as the Mercedes driver heads to the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on the crest of a wave after five wins on the bounce.
Why F1 drivers are excited about the start of the World Cup
Plenty of people within F1 are excited about the start of the 2026 World Cup, and the drivers are no different..
‘This is probably my last Barcelona race in F1’ – Alonso
Ahead of his home race, Fernando Alonso has reflected on how long he will continue racing in F1.
All you need to know about the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
Get up to speed with all the key Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya statistics, driving pointers, facts and more.
AS IT HAPPENED: Build-up ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya GP
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix weekend in Spain.
Best value early bets to consider for Barcelona
We’ve assessed the latest betting markets and selected our pick of early bets offering the best value.
Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya GP
As F1 continues its European leg at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
Windows Central
Xbox admits it’s “over‑extended” as leadership signals a major rethink of its studio strategy
A new memo from Xbox CEO Asha Sharma and Chief Content Officer Matt Booty reveals the company believes it became overextended across multiple strategies and may not have adequately invested in some of its biggest franchises. With reports of layoffs and potential restructuring looming, Xbox appears to be reassessing its priorities for the next five years.
"Xbox division is planning major layoffs next month": Xbox's turnaround may come with a heavy cost
A new Bloomberg report claims Xbox is planning significant layoffs next month alongside budget reductions across parts of the business. The news comes as Xbox publicly acknowledges ongoing financial challenges and outlines a broader strategy reset.
"It’s coming along well": Xbox's Matt Booty says Bethesda's The Elder Scrolls 6 RPG looks "amazing," and that it will "reveal it at the right time"
As The Elder Scrolls 6 misses yet another Xbox Games Showcase, Xbox CCO Matt Booty assures fans it looks "amazing" and is progressing smoothly.
Xbox's Spyro reveal has more YouTube views than PlayStation's Wolverine, and the nostalgia is impossible to ignore
Spyro: A Realm Beyond has surpassed 10 million YouTube views, outperforming Marvel's Wolverine reveal trailer and highlighting the franchise's enduring popularity. The milestone raises questions about Xbox's current exclusivity strategy and whether Spyro could have been a system-selling exclusive.
A decade on, Xbox’s old plea not to cancel fan favorites feels more relevant than ever
The news that Microsoft is pulling the previously announced TV DVR feature from the Xbox One has been met with a wave of negativity. As much as we might love Xbox, you can't make a big deal out of something and then go back on it.
"There’s other beats coming up in the year": Xbox games chief hints Marvel's Blade could be shown later in 2026 after missing the Xbox Games Showcase
Xbox CCO Matt Booty says that there wasn't room for Marvel's Blade at the Xbox Games Showcase, but notes we could still see it later in 2026.
Windows 11’s June update shuts down an intentional BitLocker backdoor with full file access — here’s what changed
Windows 11’s BitLocker flaw, described as an intentional backdoor, has been patched by Microsoft in the June update.
Halo: Campaign Evolved’s skulls and Remix Mode have me wondering how far the chaos can go
Halo Studios has revealed 42 skulls and an all-new Campaign Remix mode for Halo: Campaign Evolved. The new modifiers range from classic fan favorites to major gameplay and visual changes designed to boost replayability.
Fable has received a 30-minute gameplay deep dive, and it's finally convinced me that it's a true reimagining of the original Fable I grew up with
Playground Games has uploaded a 30-minute gameplay deep dive of Fable, showcasing how the player can interact with NPCs, consequences for the player's actions, how they build reputation, and more.
Microsoft just gave Xbox a big update after Summer Game Fest and the Xbox Games Showcase — it adds an amazing feature I'll use all the time
A new Xbox update has been released that brings several nifty new features and additions to Microsoft's gaming consoles. Here's everything new.
Chaotic co-op, cozy bug collecting, and a brutal bullet hell: these 5 ID@Xbox titles have dominated my gaming sessions this month (and they should take over yours, too!)
Creative, colorful, and chaotically charming indie games from the developers behind hits like Peak and Minami Lane pair well with some singleplayer bullet hell and survival horror action. There's something for everyone in this roundup of 5 indie gems that are available now on Xbox.
"Not only viable but quite enjoyable": I used Windows 11 with 8GB of RAM to see if it's as bad as everyone says
I'm seeing a lot of negativity recently about running Windows 11 on 8GB of RAM, so I thought I'd test it out myself to see what the experience is really like. Here's what I found out.
"It has become difficult to articulate why you should pick an Xbox console": Xbox says exclusives are about more than just selling games
Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball says Xbox has struggled to clearly explain why players should choose its consoles. In a recent interview, Ball argued that exclusives are about more than selling games, helping give players a stronger reason to invest in the Xbox ecosystem.
"The crisis is the right term": Xbox strategy chief says memory shortages will impact next-gen and Project Helix, but Microsoft will work to adapt
Microsoft's Xbox CSO Matthew Ball says it's doing everything it can to adapt to the impact of the RAM crisis as it develops the Project Helix console.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader secures another amazing DLC expansion — if you enjoy playing as a Heretic, rejoice, because this DLC has made it more rewarding
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader has released its 3rd DLC expansion, The Infinite Museion, adding over a dozen hours of new storylines, a new companion, and drastic gameplay additions and changes that make the entire game more enjoyable, especially for players who enjoy Heretical playthroughs.
"AI is going to help you not finish games even more": Original Halo artist thinks studios relying on AI are in for a “rude awakening”
Original Halo artist Eddie Smith has warned that game studios relying too heavily on AI may be creating more problems than they solve. Drawing from his experience on an AI-assisted production, Smith argues that technology cannot replace strong creative direction or game design expertise.
Capcom confirms Resident Evil Veronica remake is fully third-person
In a recent Q&A with Campaign Mode, Capcom confirmed that the next Resident Evil Remake, Resident Evil: Veronica, will be played entirely in a third-person perspective, much like the remakes of Resident Evil 2 and 4.
Microsoft fixed the issues that made Teams feel slow, but is it enough?
Teams now loads chats faster, hangs less often, and returns people search results more quickly thanks to fixes Microsoft shipped this year.
Quote of the day by AMD CEO Lisa Su: "For everything that AI can do, AI can't decide which problems are worth solving" — GenAI is nothing without its human babysitters
AMD CEO Lisa Su stresses AI can’t replace human judgment in critical decisions, especially if it lacks data to reference.
I tried Windows 11's new customizable Start menu: I'm shocked at how much control Microsoft is finally giving us
Windows 11 is getting a new customizable Start menu, and I've gone hands-on to see just how configurable it is.
Microsoft's search lead unveils a Bing 'kill switch' for Copilot AI answers: "Not everyone wants AI for everything"
Microsoft gives Bing users more control with a new extension that lets users remove AI-generated answers.
One of the best Dell XPS 14 Windows laptops with a 3.2K OLED touch display and 16GB of RAM just dropped in price by $800
This deal drops the Dell XPS 14 to $1,749.99 and gets you a 3.2K OLED touch display, an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage.
This beginner NAS is perfect for backups and home media servers on Windows, phones, and practically anything else
UGREEN hosts a 15% discount on its NASync DH2300, a NAS enclosure that's easy to use for beginners while boasting up to 64TB of compatible storage, 4GB of RAM, and 125MB/s transfer speeds.
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In DC comics where does the Green Arrow (Oliver Queen) live?
Star City.
Failed Actor
Why could the mechanic not become an actor? He couldn't get the parts.
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FOSS Weekly #26.24: Dank Linux Review, BitWarden Alternative, Mint Tips (And an Important Message)
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DCOX, PDFs Were Not Built for AI. This New Open Standard Wants to Change That
The spec looks to simplify how AI systems read and process documents under a vendor-neutral umbrella.