The News - Sunday, 21 June 2026

BBC News

US-Iran talks to begin in Switzerland as Tehran says it closed Strait of Hormuz

The US disputed Iran's claim the waterway is shut, a move Tehran says was a response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon.

Leadership uncertainty 'enormously disruptive', former top civil servant warns

Speaking on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, the former Cabinet Secretary said leadership transitions are "enormously disruptive".

King Charles to reveal personal tax bill for first time as monarch

For the first time, the annual financial report for the royals will include how much tax is paid by the monarch.

Nervy, optimist, die-hard: What sort of fan are you?

Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type.

Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media

If we are witnessing a profound shift in the online space, how will it reshape our relationship with it? Technology and AI editor Zoe Kleinman writes.

Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home

There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.

At CrimeCon true crime obsessives come face-to-face with real loss

Victims' families say there are ways to be an ethical true-crime fan - not an exploitative one.

Love Pride but hate big parades? These places are doing it differently

From Glasgow to Salford, smaller, unique events are celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.

Three men killed following fire in west London

The men were rescued from a pavilion in White City but died shortly after, authorities said.

Jeremy Clarkson in remission from prostate cancer

The presenter shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis on an episode of Clarkson's Farm earlier this week.

Colombia's escalating, brutal internal conflict is defining its presidential election

A left-wing senator who backs talks with armed gangs faces an outsider endorsed by Trump.

France bans alcohol consumption at music festival events under red heatwave alert

The annual Fête de la Musique celebrations draw millions to the streets but the most serious heatwave warnings have been issued for 35 of the country's departments.

Backstage at Gorillaz' epic, one-off stadium show: 'The vibe is ridiculous'

Damon Albarn, De La Soul and Moonchild Sannelly talk backstage as Gorillaz play their biggest show.

'Starmer ready to resign' and 'King to release tax returns'

Labour's leadership struggles are the focus of Sunday's papers.

'My dog Gertie saved my life by helping to find my breast cancer'

Lesley Goodburn is hoping her story will encourage others to check for signs of the cancer.

Paddington musical set for Broadway debut

The production will launch in the US at New York's Al Hirschfeld Theatre in March 2027.

Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for help after earthquake

A Nepalese Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for their fundraising efforts.

Snake takes surprise trip to seaside in car engine

The corn snake is thought to have travelled around 17 miles from its owner's house in Bridlington.

Signs grow that Starmer will resign as government mood shifts

The BBC's Henry Zeffman and Nick Eardley on the mood in government as speculation grows about the prime minister's departure.

Family of driver killed in Bedford train crash 'devastated' by loss

The family of Shaun Burton, say they are "devastated" by the loss.

Low-key funeral held for giant of the art world David Hockney

The artist, who passed away at his home in London earlier this month, requested just his partner and great-nephew attend.

William marks 44th birthday as royals celebrate Father's Day

The Princess of Wales and the couple's children share message for "the best papa in the world".

US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland

The face-to-face meeting follows ongoing fighting in Lebanon and Iran's claim to have shut the Strait of Hormuz.

CCTV shows moments leading up to arrest in anti-Muslim attacks probe

A topless man can be seen driving erratically in Edinburgh before abandoning his car and attacking a black man and a delivery rider.

Former Olympian denies vandalising Washington Reflecting Pool after arrest

Davey Hearn says he was simply touching the new paint at the site out of curiosity and did not remove or alter it.

Ethiopia PM's party wins landslide as fears grow of new conflict

Abiy Ahmed's party retains its huge majority despite unrest in several parts of Ethiopia and tensions with its neighbours.

Backstage at Gorillaz' epic, one-off stadium show: 'The vibe is ridiculous'

Damon Albarn, De La Soul and Moonchild Sannelly talk backstage as Gorillaz play their biggest show.

Manslaughter arrest after death on small boat crossing

The migrant was found unresponsive on a boat in the English Channel on Saturday.

Fuel sales halted in occupied Crimea as Ukraine targets oil facilities

Fuel had already been rationed due to shortages caused by Kyiv's attacks against supply routes in Russian-occupied territories.

Girl and two boys held over teen's fatal stabbing

Jamal Coombes was found fatally injured near Lavender Hill, Battersea, on Saturday morning.

Arrest after man stabbed to death in south-east London

A man is arrested on suspicion of murder after another man was stabbed in south-east London.

Bournemouth Echo

Man detained after reports of knife in town centre

A man was detained by police following reports of a knife in the town centre.

Man arrested for 'taking photos of women' in H&M Castlepoint changing rooms

A man has been arrested for voyeurism after allegedly taking photos of female customers in a changing room.

Police find car after public appeal in murder investigation

A car in the midst of a murder investigation has been found by police after appealing to the public for help.

Three murder suspects held longer by police over alleged stabbing of teen

One man arrested on suspicion of murder of 18-year-old Kyeron Wheeler has been released and will face no further charge, Dorset Police has said.

'No parent wants to bury their child' - GoFundMe for 'murder' victim raises thousands

A GoFundMe has been set up for the "best big brother anyone could ever ask for."

Poole murder probe - Investigation into teen's death enters day 3

A MURDER investigation enters its third day after an 18-year-old man died from a suspected stab wound in Poole.

'I love you son' - Tributes left for 18-year-old man 'murdered' in Poole

Tributes have been left for an 18-year-old man who died on Friday morning in an alleged murder.

What we know so far in Poole murder probe

EVERYTHING we know after four people have been arrested for the alleged murder of an 18-year-old man.

PICTURES - Hundreds of pirates take over Poole Quay for annual pirate festival

Hundreds of pirates and thousands of spectators flocked to Poole on Saturday for the town’s annual Harry Paye Day.

Summer showcase event for women's cricket returns to Dorset next month

Dorset Cricket will host a Women’s Showcase Day on July 31 at Canford-Magna Cricket Club in Wimborne, building on the energy of the Women’s T20 World Cup.

Walk that goes through Dorset named among Europe's best multi-day hikes

The South West Coast Path, which passes through Dorset, has been named among Europe's best multi-day hikes without camping

Upcoming road works across BCP set to cause delays from June 22 to June 28

Drivers in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole face road closures and temporary traffic lights in June due to BCP Council and utility roadworks. Expect delays.

Plans for new outdoor gym, table tennis and terrace at JP Morgan

A new terrace, outdoor gym, and table tennis area is being proposed to improve facilities at JP Morgan

Lollipop lady warns cutting service across BCP could leave children at risk

A lollipop lady has said “accidents we prevent from happening will happen” if plans to cut the service across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole go ahead.

16-year-old becomes youngest member of Bournemouth Chamber in its history

Bournemouth Chamber celebrated the induction of 16 year old Syd Scott - the youngest ever Member in 110 years of the Bournemouth Chamber.

Creative retail hub breathing new life into the high street in Bournemouth

Trove, an emporium model supporting more than 100 independent traders, has been going strong for five years and operates in Bournemouth town centre and Winton.

'Completely unacceptable' behaviour by nurse who blamed Covid jabs for cancer

The chief nursing officer for Dorset HealthCare has it was "completely unacceptable" for a nurse to tell patient their cancer was caused by Covid vaccinations.

First look inside revamped and upgraded 'historic' Bournemouth luxury hotel

The Royal Bath Hotel in Bournemouth is marking its 188th anniversary with a series of major upgrades and improvements.

Free Pride weekend at New Forest holiday park drew more than 200 guests

A Pride Weekend in the New Forest drew hundreds to Back of Beyond holiday park in Ringwood.

Two-bedroom flat in Bournemouth town centre goes under the hammer for £75,000

A two-bedroom flat in Bournemouth town centre, Located in Caledonian Court on Christchurch Road, has sold for £75,000 at auction by Clive Emson.

Expert names iconic Dorset landmark among the UK's best sunrise and sunset spots

Arthur’s Seat, Southwold Pier and Durdle Door in Dorset have been named the best sunrise and sunset spots in the UK.

New jewellery store The Island opens in Bournemouth town centre

The unit on Avenue Road in Bournemouth is now home to The Island, the first shop from handmade jewellery brand Pineapple Island.

Shopping centre in Poole preparing to host series of sport events this summer

The Dolphin in Poole will host a series of summer community events throughout June to mark the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the 2026 Wimbledon Championships.

Bournemouth charity shop to close after two years

A Bournemouth charity shop has announced its closure after just two years in the area.

Bridleway in Poole to follow new route from July

A public bridleway in Poole will follow a new route from the end of July

Formula 1

Why Honda are not giving up after tricky start with Aston Martin

F1.com's Lawrence Barretto speaks with Honda Racing Corporation President Koji Watanabe as their relationship with Aston Martin gets off to a challenging start

The best F1 driver starting XI as voted for by you

The Formula 1 driver World Cup starting XI, as voted for by you.

MS Dynamics

What’s New in Dynamics 365 Field Service Mobile

Field Service Mobile just got smarter.
New updates help technicians work faster, stay connected, and handle jobs with fewer clicks.

The post What’s New in Dynamics 365 Field Service Mobile appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.

Windows Central

The Rogue V4 shows Razer growing up: a backpack that balances durability, comfort, and style without leaning on loud gamer aesthetics

I thought a $110 bag was a bit ridiculous. Then Razer’s hyper-engineered Rogue V4 converted me.

Halo: Campaign Evolved is shaping up to be something special, but I can’t shake the feeling that key features are being left behind

Despite gorgeous Unreal Engine 5 visuals, Halo: Campaign Evolved drops iconic features like scoring and community tools with no post-launch updates planned.

Subscription gaming is inching toward a world where players own nothing at all

Anti-piracy DRM solutions like Denuvo don't do a great job at stopping illegal sharing, and the gaming industry is surely looking at alternatives. Rather than technological, I think the answer is contractual. I break down the history of game piracy and where I think it's headed next.

Microsoft buried its best Surface hardware in years through a quiet series of press releases

By quietly announcing six Surface devices through a trickle of press releases, Microsoft starved its innovative new PCs of any buzz.

“Our goal is simple”: Xbox unveils major push to simplify Unreal Engine development

Xbox launches new Unreal Engine 5.8 plugins to strip away development friction and pave the way for Project Helix.

Laffgaff

Chromophobia is the fear of what?

Colors.

Model Rocket

I accidentally broke my nephew's model rocket. Now I owe him an Apollo G.

Itsfoss

Firefox Can Do All This? 21 Features Most Users Never Touch

Stop using Firefox like a rookie. Here are lesser known Firefox features that will improve your browing experience.