The News - Sunday, 16 August 2026

BBC News

Reform UK plan would overhaul welfare system with £50bn in savings

The party plans to release a full 50-page plan on Monday outlining their proposed changes were they to come to power.

Ariana Grande leaves problems at home as her tour hits the UK

The star plays the first of 10 dates in London, after which she will "step back" from public life.

Rescuers search for survivors of powerful Indonesia earthquake

Officials say a rapid assessment into the impact of the earthquake that destroyed hundreds of buildings and killed 47 is under way.

Morocco detains dozens of migrants trying to cross into Ceuta, reports say

Security had been stepped up amid suggestions on social media of a second mass crossing on Saturday.

What's driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks?

Men who have had the procedure can expect 10-20% more girth for the next six to nine months - but it can go wrong.

From making friends to managing money: Students' advice for this year's freshers

BC News asked current students about the worries they had before arriving at university how they overcame them.

The influencers getting bitten while chasing the perfect shark shot

Tayane Dalazen was on a shark-diving trip in Brazil when she was attacked.

I survived two years as prime minister in a hit new game - then my cabinet deserted me

Mobile game No 10: Full Confidence recently ranked above Minecraft on the UK App Store paid games chart

Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week?

The BBC’s Katy Watson explains why triple-murder Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.

Unauthorised sites are growing but travellers say they are forced to break the law

The government says such developments are unacceptable – so why do they keep springing up?

The Papers: UK-made drones 'strike Russia' and 'phone theft Britain'

Ukraine uses UK British-made drones to strike Russia and 230 phones a day stolen in the UK lead the Sunday papers.

Britain's youngest Formula E driver says talent isn't enough anymore

Taylor Barnard, 22, says talented young drivers often get shut out because of financial issues.

US women in politics spark conversation about balancing family and career

The BBC spoke to working mothers about the challenges of a high-pressure career and making time for family.

Body found in search for UK student missing on Romania hike

A body is found during the search for George Smyth, who went missing while hiking in Romania.

Hawaii braces for potential first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years

In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island.

Bournemouth Echo

The 5 most mispronounced Dorset place names by outsiders according to locals

Shapwick, Beaminster and Puncknowle are among the most mispronounced Dorset place names, according to readers.

Councillors warn Government reform of planning system ‘will weaken local democracy’

Controversial planning reforms could “weaken local democracy,” councillors have warned

Landowner wins narrow victory to transform barn into holiday lets

A landowner has claimed a narrow victory after winning approval to convert a barn into a four-bedroom holiday let.

90-year-old Bournemouth Football club submits plans to install artificial pitch

A Bournemouth football club wants to make big changes to its facilities.

Bus service to Bournemouth Airport launching next week

A dedicated bus service is now connecting Poole with Aviation Business Park and Bournemouth Airport.

Training team swap laptops for sandcastles to mark milestone year

Sandcastles and sea air beat spreadsheets and emails in a refreshing change of scene for one team.

Windows Central

I tried Windows 11's new customizable context menus, and they're a major improvement: Microsoft will let you restore Windows 10 style vertical layout for primary actions and more

We go hands-on with the new customizable context menu options coming soon to Windows 11 that make them faster and easier to use!