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Rising prices, mixed messages: Iran war is fraught with political risk for Trump
The war's price, measured in damage to the economy and in political costs to Trump, is still coming into view.
RAF jets have taken out two more drones, says Healey
The defence secretary also told MPs that the warship HMS Dragon would set sail for the Mediterranean in the next couple of days.
Business owners 'heartbroken' after retail units destroyed in Glasgow fire
Union Corner was home to many independent businesses that have been left with nowhere to work after the building next to Glasgow Central Station collapsed.
MPs reject call for under-16s social media ban, backing more flexible powers
The House of Lords had backed a move to ban under-16s in the UK from social media platforms in January.
Reeves to look at how to help households with heating oil bills
The chancellor said a meeting on Wednesday will explore ways to help households.
Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan
Lawyers including top barristers and retired judges urge the government to drop a plan to abolish some jury trials.
How the 'red v blue school wars' exposed the social media gap between children and parents
Parents were frightened by social posts that seemed to encourage violence at schools. But it was more complicated than it looked
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.
Iran's new leader has never been tested. He now faces an existential battle
Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, enters power as the Islamic republic faces its most serious crisis.
Has Hollywood golden boy Timothée Chalamet lost his shine?
Is the backlash against Timothée Chalamet about more than his views on ballet and opera?
More whales are stranding. Now more people are needed to help them
Calls for more people to train as marine mammal medics so they can help rescue stranded animals.
Why is China set to approve a new law promoting 'ethnic unity'?
A law that could threaten the rights of minority groups is a sign of the direction Xi is taking China.
The Papers: 'Drive less to save on fuel' and 'War is near end'
Experts warning fuel could hit £2 a litre and Trump saying the Iran war is near its end lead Tuesday's papers.
Like Brooklyn Beckham, I don't speak to my family - we need to talk about estrangement
Ben hasn't spoken to his mother for three years, and helps others experiencing family estrangement.
First V-level subjects announced with aim to 'prepare for future jobs'
Ministers say "bold reforms" for post-16 students will end snobbery and prepare students for work.
High-profile real estate brothers convicted in sex trafficking case
Prosecutors accused the brothers of using their wealth to lure women to parties and luxury homes, then taking advantage of them.
Head of Police Federation of England and Wales suspended
CEO Mukund Krishna has been suspended due to an ongoing police investigation, the organisation confirms.
Woman arrested after Rihanna's Beverly Hills mansion hit by gunfire
A 35-year-old is held after Sunday's attack with an assault-style rifle on the pop star's home.
Anthropic sues US government for calling it a risk
The artificial intelligence company has been in a public fight with US government leaders over use of its tools like Claude
Bournemouth Echo
Man caught on CCTV slapping girlfriend outside shop
A MAN was caught on CCTV slapping his girlfriend outside a shop, a court has heard.
Remembering the 'Slow and Dirty' rail route that brought the holidays to BCP
240-mile steam service was the lifeline connecting the industrial heartlands of Manchester and the Midlands to the golden beaches of the South Coast,
Second wettest winter since 1836 in Dorset, Met Office says
Dorset experienced its second wettest winter since 1836 after Storm Chandra claimed one life and led to evacuations of a residential park in Christchurch.
Pair to climb three highest UK mountain peak in memory of their friend
TWO BESTFRIENDS are taking on an “extraordinary challenge” climbing the UK’s three highest peaks to raise awareness about mental health particularly among men in memory of their friend.
Bournemouth man banned from Boscombe street after criminal damage to MP's office
A man who vandalised a Bournemouth MP’s office has been banned from Boscombe street more than a year.
Isolation rises as residents limit outings due to lack of accessible public toilets
Concerns about public toilets are increasingly being linked to wider issues of confidence, independence and loneliness across Dorset.
In The Dock: Verwood man who beat woman handed restraining order
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Residents form Neighbourhood Watch group to get community 'talking' and reduce crime
A new neighbourhood watch group has been formed after residents said they saw an increase in crime and antisocial behaviour around Wallisdown.
'It has stood the test of time': Pub celebrating 193 years of memories
THE OWNERS of a Poole pub celebrating nearly two centuries of serving the community say it has been an honour to become part of its legacy.
Poole man rushed to hospital after cardiac arrest
An inquest has been opened after a man from Poole died after suffering a cardiac arrest.
'Together for Melody' variety show to support toddler battling rare cancer
A CHARITY variety show is set to bring the community together for one "wonderful night" to raise funds for a Poole toddler battling a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
Bournemouth protestors claim Barclays bank is supporting animal cruelty
Protesters rallied together outside Barclays Bournemouth in outrage over its links to a controversial MBR acres which they state is a 'beagle puppy farm'.
Bournemouth 7s announces 'biggest line up in 19 years'
Bournemouth 7s Festival have announced their full line up for 2026, stating that it's the 'biggest line up in 19 years'.
Corfe Castle will be illuminated in purple lights for ultra rare Champ1 condition
Corfe Castle will be illuminated in striking purple lights next week as part of a unique display to mark International Champ1 Awareness Day.
Wildlife inspires this Dorset artist's creations
WILDLIFE in Dorset inspires this local artist’s incredible carving and paint work.
Formula 1
Listen to F1 Nation's Australian GP review
George Russell got his 2026 Championship charge off to the perfect possible start with victory in Melbourne, but Kimi Antonelli ran him close and Ferrari were also in the mix.
Windows Central
'Starsand Island' hits early access on Xbox Game Pass: This Ghibli-esque life sim has evolved into a truly special cozy adventure that just keeps getting better
Starsand Island is finally out in Game Preview on Xbox and PC Game Pass, and it has had quite the glow-up since we last saw it.
Bungie's Marathon won't copy Destiny 2 and its terrible content vaulting, so we can all breathe a sigh of relief — "it doesn't matter when you join"
Content vaulting is widely hated in Destiny 2, so with Marathon, Bungie wants to make sure its content is "evergreen" and won't go away in the future.
Oh snap, Marathon dev Bungie isn't playing around, threatens takedowns against datamining leaks — "our goal is first and foremost to preserve the experience"
Bungie, the developer of Marathon, has warned players it will issue takedowns to anyone who datamines and leaks upcoming content for the game.
Xbox fans have strong opinions about backward compatibility, so we asked them why it still matters in 2026
Xbox fans across Windows Central communities shared the classic original Xbox and Xbox 360 games they want revived through backward compatibility, alongside wider discussions around preservation and revisiting older favorites.
Microsoft just delayed one highly anticipated Windows 11 feature — but this hidden one slipped through the cracks
Windows 11 may have delayed the new agenda view, but a hidden Taskbar feature has surfaced that finally lets users reclaim their screen real estate.
Battlefield 6 devs laid off as the best-selling shooter's player count continues to slump — EA says the cuts are a "realignment," and good for the game
Battlefield 6 was 2025's best-selling game, but it's still facing layoffs as EA attempts to "better align our teams around what matters most."
Windows 11 Pro tips every modern worker should know in 2026
These Windows 11 Pro tips help secure your PC, test software safely, and access your work computer remotely using built-in tools.
Did one of our favorite mini PCs just hit the lowest price of the year? GEEKOM offers excellent pint-sized Windows 11 Pro desktops for under $400 in its Spring Sales
If you're tired of your PC taking up so much space — or smashing a hole through your wallet — this discounted Geekom mini PC is the Spring sale for you.