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Sturgeon tells BBC: I'm serving a sentence for crime I didn't commit
Scotland's former first minister is challenged over the SNP embezzlement scandal, and at times struggles to hold back tears.
Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Thousands of officers tried to quell unrest as crowds of fans - some firing flares - celebrated PSG's victory over Arsenal.
How Putin became master of the image
From enigmatic KGB agent to wartime ruler, this is how Putin has repeatedly reinvented his image, and himself.
'Killer fungus' could be good news for habitats decimated by invasive moss
A newly discovered species raises hope that some native British habitats could be restored.
Oscar-winning Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas dies aged 80
The film editor and ex-wife of director George Lucas was widely recognised as a pivotal creative force behind the original space trilogy.
'Almost rage bait': Has Euphoria gone from defining Gen Z to dividing them?
Season three ends on Monday and many of the show's original fans say they have "outgrown" the drama.
Behind the scenes of Russell T Davies' twisty new thriller, Tip Toe
BBC News given exclusive behind-the-scenes access on set of Tip Toe.
'It's like a decaying body': Australian farmers battle mouse plague
Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.
Britain's onboard train wi-fi is one of Europe's worst. This is how people manage
We tested the wi-fi on the train between Norwich and London to see how easy it was to connect.
Ferrari wanted to take on Chinese EVs with the Luce - then the backlash started
The brand's first EV has been heavily criticised, with some saying it has abandoned Ferrari's roots.
Streeting suggests NI cut and North Sea drilling
The former health secretary has been distancing himself from policies pursued by Sir Keir Starmer's government.
Cuba’s blackouts leave high-rise residents with constant uncertainty
Will Grant spoke to a 70-year-old widow who says the inability to use her building's elevator during a power outage trapped her and her husband when he needed medical care.
The Papers: 'Agony for Arsenal' and '5 cops axed' at Kensington Palace
Several of the papers focus on Arsenal's Champions League loss to Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday.
Trump attacks artists dropping out of US Freedom 250 concert and mulls appearing himself
Performers Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels and country singer Martina McBride raised concerns the event will be political.
Ex-M&S chief to help government tackle youth unemployment
Marc Bolland will advise on getting young people into work after a review warned of a "lost generation".
Bournemouth Echo
PICTURES: Hundreds brave blazing sun to run Race for Life and Pretty Muddy
Hundreds of people took part in Cancer Research’s Race for Life and Pretty Muddy in Poole today. Runners braved the blazing sun to complete the course in Baiter Park this morning — raising over £100,000 for charity in the process.
Vital life-saving service gets financial boost
A VITAL life-saving service has been given a huge financial boost thanks to the fundraising efforts of the Shave Cross Mini Marathon
20 years after music festival that saw 150 musicians descend on town
Twenty years ago, a quaint Dorset town was completely consumed by a joyful, thunderous invasion.
Sandbanks homeowner wins the 'Battle of the Berlin Wall'
A homeowner has won the 'Battle of the Berlin Wall' after officials allowed him to keep an 'eyesore' structure along the boundary of his £1m seaside home.
Guy Ritchie's Dorset airfield where you can 'feast your eyes' on historic aircraft
Guy Ritchie purchased Compton Abbas Airfield in Dorset back in 2022 and has made a few changes, including revamping the restaurant
Fate of former theme park hangs in the balance after key planning meeting postponed
A planning meeting to decide the future of a former theme park has been postponed due to insufficient notice.
Upcoming road works across BCP set to cause delays from June 1 to June 7
Major Bournemouth, Poole & Christchurch roadworks: closures, lane restrictions and diversions from 1–7 June 2026. Plan ahead for BCP Council, SGN and BT works.
Carter's Quay report being withheld from public despite 'immense interest'
A report on a major housing project in Poole is being withheld despite ‘immense’ public interest.
More than 150 classic and vintage motorcycles to go under the hammer next month
Nearly 150 classic and vintage motorcycles will be auctioned at the upcoming Charterhouse auction, which takes place at Haynes Motor Museum on June 18.
Local care home in Hamworthy raising funds for Alzheimer's Society
Staff and residents at Upton Bay Care Home in Hamworthy have taken part in a sponsored walk to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Retail shops in Bournemouth and Wareham set to go under the hammer next month
Two retail properties in Bournemouth and Wareham are set to be auctioned by Clive Emson Auctioneers on June 17.
Fresh hope for New Forest habitats thanks to £1.3m nature recovery project
Dragonflies, reptiles and bats are among the species benefiting from a £1.3 million scheme restoring and expanding habitats in the New Forest National Park.
Leading Dorset funeral director warns over fake online reviews
Nick Douch, managing director of Douch Family Funeral Directors, warns fake reviews are harming reputable businesses and misleading people.
Gymnastics club in Poole joins national sport welfare campaign
Active Gymnastics Club Dorset, based on High Street in Poole, has been recognised in the Sport Welfare in Action: Together for Safer Sport campaign.
More than 50 care home residents took part in region's largest DrumFIT session
A New Milton care home hosted the region’s largest-ever DrumFIT sessions on May 27, followed by a special talk from world record holder, Louis Alexander.
Dorset café applies to expand licence area to include outdoor seating
Cirqle Cafe, Church Street, Christchurch, applies to BCP Council to expand its licensed area for outdoor pavement seating from June 11.
Temporary road closures to affect various roads in Dorset next month
Dorset Council announces temporary road closures and parking restrictions in Cranborne, Woodlands and Ferndown for maintenance works from June.
Independent cafe serving home made treats invites public to visit and 'support'
A new independent café has opened its cosy doors, serving handmade cakes inspired by flavours from around the world, and is inviting the public to sit, relax and “dream”.
Bottomless Lasagne nights launched at premium Bournemouth restaurant
A premium Bournemouth town centre restaurant has launched a unique deal for pasta all lovers.
Council call for 'tourist tax' to manage beach pressures
BCP Council has called for a visitor levy to help support local authorities meet the demands of seasonal pressures — and says this would “prevent the [cost] of managing the seafront from falling on local taxpayers' shoulders”.
Major roads in town to close with likely delays next month
Major roads in Christchurch are set to close for essential works starting in June.
Huge beach yoga event set to return to Dorset this summer
A huge beach yoga event is set to return to the sands of Dorset this summer bringing together 1,000 participants for a sunset celebration on International Yoga Day.
Junior school in Hampshire highly praised by Ofsted for its "infectious" atmosphere
A junior school in New Milton has earned high praise following its latest Ofsted inspection.
Councillor says council was not prepared for bank holiday visitors
A councillor has criticised BCP Council for not being properly prepare for the bank holiday weekend, warning that the authority must take a more proactive approach to managing peak visitor periods
Man hurled abuse to cause distress - In The Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Gallery: dogs have 'time of their life' at Hampshire dogstival
Dogs and owners alike had “the time of their life” at a dog festival in Hampshire today. Dogstival, which offers a range of activities for our four-legged-friends, will continue into tomorrow (Sunday 31 May) at Burley Park in Burley.
New Forest town centre revamp plans take step forward
Plans to revamp town centres are set to move forward after the council committed funding to a programme of regeneration projects.
Windows Central
"They will ruin my life": Microsoft threatens to wield 'Digital Crimes Unit' over zero-day exploit disclosures — causing uproar in the cybersec community
Microsoft's approach to working with security researchers has long been controversial, but some of its recent language has alarmed some commentators.
A Minecraft Movie Squared — first look at Kirsten Dunst's Alex is revealed... and Herobrine?
A Minecraft Movie Squared has been officially revealed at Minecraft Live, with Kirsten Dunst cast as Alex, Matt Berry joining the film, and a new community build challenge offering fans a chance to appear in the movie.
007 First Light becomes IO Interactive's fastest-selling game by hitting a significant milestone in its first 24 hours
007 First Light has become IO Interactive's fastest-selling game ever, reaching more than 1.5 million sales within 24 hours. New data from Alinea Analytics suggests at least 500,000 copies were sold on Steam, generating over $25 million in revenue.