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Starmer gives doctors 48 hours to cancel strike or lose new jobs package
The prime minister says the NHS could lose 1,000 extra training places if resident doctors go ahead with a six-day strike next week.
Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones
Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard a Royal Air Force Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.
Why the benefit used by over 8 million people may not be fit for the future
Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?
'I knew something wasn't right': Wrong sperm given to families by IVF clinics
Families of seven children believe the wrong sperm or egg donors were used in their IVF treatment at a clinic in Northern Cyprus.
Labour to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules
The Home Office says updated guidance will end the policing of "everyday arguments" online.
'I sent eight letters': Drivers hope for payout from car finance redress scheme
Millions of motorists could be entitled to compensation with the financial regulator setting out how to apply
Beatrice and Eugenie won't be at royal Easter service
They are understood to have made "alternative plans" instead of joining the Royal Family in Windsor.
Céline Dion announces comeback shows four years after Stiff Person Syndrome diagnosis
The star was diagnosed with a rare condition that affects her singing voice and her ability to walk.
New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready
Weekly food waste collections are required for all English homes as new legislation takes effect.
King Charles should meet Epstein victims, US lawmaker says
While the trip is not officially confirmed, the King and Queen Camilla are reportedly planning to visit the US at the end of April.
How Pakistan won over Trump to become an unlikely mediator in the Iran war
Pakistan's role as intermediary in this conflict took many by surprise. But perhaps it shouldn't have.
What was the 1970s oil crisis, and are we heading for something worse?
While both crises involve oil, experts say there are some important differences between what happened in the 1970s and today.
Long queues in Myanmar as Iran war fuel crisis deepens
Drivers are queuing for hours at petrol stations in Myanmar as the Iran war continues to send shockwaves across the globe.
The personal items the Artemis II crew are taking to the Moon
The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.
Huge fires at Russian oil facilities following Ukraine strikes, satellite images show
BBC Verify examines recent damage to three key Russian oil export facilities near the Baltic Sea.
Euphoria season three trailer: Everything we know so far
The third season will air on 12 April and picks up five years on from the last episode.
The Papers: 'Scott Mills sacked by BBC' and 'Starmer's 48-hour ultimatum'
Former BBC presenter Scott Mills appears on most of the papers, after he was sacked following allegations about his personal conduct.
Veteran abused for being gay seeks £50k MoD payout
A reparations scheme offers up to £70k to those who were forced to leave the military for being gay.
Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.
'A succulent Chinese meal' - iconic Australian quote immortalised in national film archive
The theatrical monologue given by Jack Karlson as he was arrested in 1991 has been officially recognised as a "lasting piece of cultural folklore".
Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law
The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Easter bank holiday weekend set to be busiest on roads in four years
The bank holiday weekend is set to see the busiest roads since Easter 2022, despite rising fuel cost fears.
After sex abuse claims, activists and lawmakers rethink Cesar Chavez Day
California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after the labour-rights icon was accused of sexual abuse.
Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month police manhunt
Porepunkah has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces
The UK government announces further air defence systems will be sent to countries in the region along with troops to operate them.
Teenage boy at centre of Scott Mills sexual offences investigation was under 16, police say
The case was dropped in 2019 after the CPS deemed there was insufficient evidence to bring charges, police say.
Amateur rapper whose XL bully killed his mother-in-law jailed for 10 years
Ashley Warren, who was the first person charged under new XL bully legislation, is sentenced.
Labour suspends outspoken backbench MP Karl Turner
The Hull East MP says he was suspended because of his "robust" criticism of the government's policy on jury trials.
Taylor Swift pays homage to Elizabeth Taylor with surprise music video
The star's new music video compiles clips from Elizabeth Taylor's movies and public appearances.
Oil nears highest price since start of Iran war
The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.
UK and France extend talks over new small boats deal
A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs was due to expire at midnight.
King's state visit to US to go ahead in April, but no Harry meeting
Despite political tensions between the US and UK, the King will travel to Washington next month.
Housing market will soften if Iran war drags on, Nationwide says
The lender says the market regained momentum in March, but rising mortgage and energy costs could hit consumer confidence.
Hegseth calls on US allies to 'step up' over Strait of Hormuz
The defence secretary's comments came after US President Donald Trump told other nations to "go get your own oil".
Iran using children in security roles in war, reports and witnesses say
An 11-year-old is reported to have been killed in an air strike while manning a checkpoint in Tehran.
Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones
Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard a Royal Air Force Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.
What we know about the oil tanker hit off Dubai
A fire aboard an oil tanker that Kuwait says was hit by an Iranian strike off Dubai has been extinguished, local authorities have said.
Who could replace Scott Mills as Radio 2's Breakfast Show host?
Vernon Kay, Claudia Winkleman, Greg James and Rylan Clark are among the names suggested to replace Scott Mills.
Cutting-edge designs of 'unsinkable' Titanic to be made public for first time
Titanic was the largest and most technically advanced ship of her day but sank on her maiden voyage.
Why the benefit used by more than 8 million people may not be fit for the future
Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?
Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched
There needs to be accountability for the failings that led to this mass exploitation of children in UK, says survivor.
'Fake landlord lied that his dad had died to scam my deposit'
The Met Police says it is investigating a number of suspected frauds in relation to flat rental.
The man who wants to bring human composting to the UK
Human composting is when a body placed in a sealed vessel containing organic matter turns into soil.
The personal items the Artemis II crew are taking to the Moon
The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.
Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters
From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.
Delivery driver threatened at gunpoint to drive bomb to police station
A senior police officer says it is "highly likely" that dissident republicans are responsible for the attack.
Wolf bites woman in shock German attack in Hamburg shopping street
It is believed to be the first wolf attack on a human since the animals began to reestablish themselves in Germany decades ago.
Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon after war with Hezbollah ends
Defence Minister Israel Katz also says houses in Lebanese villages near the Israeli border will be demolished.
Starmer gives doctors 48 hours to cancel strike or lose new jobs package
The prime minister says the NHS could lose 1,000 extra training places if resident doctors go ahead with a six-day strike next week.
Three charged with murder over death of girl, 16
Three people appear in court over the death of 16-year-old Chloe Watson Dransfield in Leeds.
Scottish crime boss set to be deported from Bali to Spain after airport arrest
Police in Bali confirm Lyons, 45, has been handed over to Spain's Guardia Civil and will be flown to Malaga on Wednesday.
Bournemouth Echo
Men beat club-goer unconscious and filmed 'celebration'
TWO men beat a club-goer unconscious in Bournemouth town centre before filming their ‘celebration’, a court has heard.
The ancient 'goblin' wood in the New Forest where the trees are almost magical
Deep in the North of the New Forest, only a few minutes' stroll from the coolly reflecting waters of Cadman's Pool, sits a pocket of ancient pasture woodland that could have been lifted straight from the pages of a sinister fairytale.
Bournemouth digital agency shortlisted for award
A Bournemouth based digital agency has been named a finalist at the National Digital Awards 2026.
Bournemouth Echo readers can subscribe for £4 for 4 months
Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or save over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion.
Bournemouth dad joins daughter in fulfilling lifelong dream at London Marathon
A BOURNEMOUTH father and daughter duo are taking part in London Marathon to “fulfil her lifelong dream” following a diagnosis of a rare condition.
RECAP: Van stuck under bridge blocks road
A VAN that has become stuck underneath a bridge in Hamworthy has prompted a road closure.
More than a dozen birds stolen from Dorset home
More than a dozen birds were stolen from a home earlier this month in north Dorset.
Harbourmaster confirms speed limit change in Poole Harbour
A speed limit across Pool Harbour has been reinstated as of April after the winter relaxation period.
What you can and cannot put in your bins as collections change
Households across parts of Norfolk will see changes to their bin collections as new national recycling rules come into effect.
Bournemouth MP praises health service that helps people live healthier lives
MP Tom Hayes praises LiveWell Dorset in Boscombe for free NHS Health Checks, smoking cessation, weight management and wellbeing support across Dorset.
Poole MP calls Government consultation on trail hunting a 'big step forward'
Poole MP Neil Duncan-Jordan backs Government consultation to ban trail hunting, urging a watertight end to hunting mammals with hounds in the UK.
Three-bedroom Bournemouth house sold at auction for £252,000
A three bedroom detached house in Pokesdown with huge potential has been sold at auction for £252,000.
Conservatives not standing in Poole or Broadstone town council elections
The BCP Conservative Group has said it will not be standing any candidates for election to town councils in Poole and Broadstone.
Crowds turnout for ‘inspiring’ March for Men event
Crowds turned out for an ‘inspiring’ March for Men event raising funds for patients with prostate cancer.
Man found with injuries in road is hospitalised
An investigation has been launched after a man from Bournemouth was found with injuries and hospitalised.
Police 'attend less than 30 per cent of illegal hunting 999 calls'
Police responded to less than 30 percent of 999 calls involving illegal fox hunting in Dorset over the last two years.
Thatched cottage, theme park, and bungalow win building design awards
A cob cottage, a theme park, and a 1970s bungalow have been celebrated through a building design award.
Family behind first of its kind sparkling beer toast 'Oscars of Brewing' award
The brothers and cousin behind a New Forest family brewery are celebrating a big win at the 'Oscars of Brewing' for their pioneering English sparkling beer.
Dorset Ambulance colleagues to run London Half marathon in support of charity
Three SWASFT paramedics from Dorset will run the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026, raising funds for South Western Ambulance Charity supporting NHS staff.
Charity shops in Dorset town urge people to give responsibly
Wimborne charity shops urge donors to give only quality, saleable items, not rubbish or fly-tipping. Dorset shops and BID highlight disposal costs.
Two First World War replica tanks to take the spotlight at major military event
Two WWI replica tanks, Deborah II and Musical Box, to debut at Tankfest 2026 at The Tank Museum, Bovington. See historic moving armour and guest vehicles.
Tesco shoppers donate 150 Easter eggs to support children in New Milton
Tesco New Milton donates 150 Easter eggs to Step Up Safe Space, supporting local families and youth groups in need through the Milford on Sea Charitable Trust.
Care provider donates £1,000 to support people living with dementia
Care South donates £1,000 to The Memory Box Foundation, supporting dementia care with Memory Boxes for care homes and libraries in Dorset and Hampshire.
Ferndown care home hosts tea party to celebrate long-serving housekeeper
Debbie Barnes honoured for 25 years’ service at Fairlawn care home, Ferndown, with Alice in Wonderland tea party. Celebrated for dedication to residents.
Swanage group urges action at Parliament to tackle throwaway culture
Repair Cafe Swanage & Purbeck joins UK repair groups at Parliament, urging policies to boost repair and reuse, tackle waste, and support the Circular Economy.
Over 30 charities to gather in Bournemouth for major volunteer fair next month
Discover volunteering opportunities at the Bournemouth Volunteer Fair by CAN on 29 April. Meet 30+ charities, find roles, boost wellbeing and build skills.
Poole business creates first holiday caravan designed for neurodivergent guests
My Safe Place Southern unveils the first neurodivergent-friendly caravan at Riverside Holiday Park, supporting inclusive holidays for neurodiverse families.
'I will not be using Sandbanks ferry anymore due to job cuts'
I have used the Sandbanks ferry crossing for almost 50 years.
Major new exhibition opens at museum telling Britain's motoring story
Discover Driven: Britain’s Motoring Story at Beaulieu’s National Motor Museum—exploring UK motoring history, electric cars, culture and technology.
Bournemouth homes sold and for sale under auctioneer's hammer
A detached house in Bournemouth sold for £252,000 at Clive Emson Auctioneers’ March UK property auction, with further lots in Poole and Lymington available.
Ringwood tech firm recognised as a UK leader for third consecutive year
EntrustIT named among UK’s top managed service providers in Cloudtango MSP Select UK 2026 list for third year, recognised for IT support and cybersecurity.
Volunteer appreciation event at Ringwood care home to take place tomorrow
Moors Manor Care Home in St Leonards, Ringwood, celebrates community volunteers with an appreciation event. Hosted by Barchester Healthcare, 1 April 2026.
Next of kin appeal for 58-year-old man who died at home in Bournemouth
The Coroner for Dorset appeals for next of kin of Steven Colin Price, from Bournemouth, who died in Grosvenor Gardens. Contact 01202 123900 with information.
Care home assistant in New Forest wins top award at awards ceremony
Martina Cozens of Bethel House, Barton on Sea, wins Carer of the Year at Hartford Care Awards 2026 for outstanding compassion and dedication to residents.
New £4.9 million college building in New Forest wins design award
Brockenhurst College wins New Forest National Park Building Design Award for its inclusive Foundation and Independence Hub, supporting students in Hampshire.
GP teams in Dorset delivered nearly 6 million appointments in 2025
Dorset GPs deliver record 5.7 million NHS appointments in 2025, meeting rising healthcare demand with more face-to-face, same-day, and extended hours access.
Glitz and glamour steal the show at ‘dazzling’ New Forest college awards
Brockenhurst College hosted its 2026 Sports Awards, honouring top student athletes including Max Burnell and Jon Pepin, with 37 awards presented.
Care home to host unique Easter egg hunt to bring people together
Lindsay Bupa Care Home in Westbourne hosts an Easter Hunt for families, inviting children to find themed pictures in local shops for festive chocolate treats.
New build homes offering more affordable route into New Forest property market
New build homes at Danes Park, New Milton offer affordable entry to the New Forest property market, with prices lower than Brockenhurst’s. Pennyfarthing Homes.
Food distributor scores 1 out of 5 in food hygiene report
A Thai food distributor based in Bournemouth has been scored 1 out 5 from the Food Standards Agency in it's latest 2026 report.
Millions owed £829 each in car finance scandal - Martin Lewis explains what to do now
Millions could be owed after a major FCA car finance ruling. Martin Lewis warns drivers to complain now or risk delays.
Families may receive early payment from HMRC this week - here's what to look out for
Families who receive DWP Child Benefit could see their money arrive earlier this week thanks to upcoming Easter bank holidays.
When to see April's full Pink Moon in the UK
April's full Pink Moon will be visible in the UK in the early hours of Thursday, April 2 and here's how you can see it
Latest travel updates from British Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways & more
British Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates & Qantas are among the major airlines to have cancelled or suspended flights to several airports amid the Iran conflict
UK banking app to shut down today as 21,000 users urged to 'withdraw all funds'
Fintech app Zero ceased trading on March 18, and now the app is set to shut down today (Tuesday, March 31).
Formula 1
Mekies names 'important area' to work on for Red Bull
Laurent Mekies watched his team score just four points in Japan, as Max Verstappen finished eighth and Isack Hadjar was outside the points in P12. The team have a best finish of sixth so far this season – not the return they hoped for from the first three races of the year.
Why Audi’s R26 aero concept is radically different
Mark Hughes examines the front wing, floor, and sidepod concepts that make Audi’s R26 one of the grid’s most distinctive designs.
Who impressed our Power Rankings judges in Japan?
Kimi Antonelli made it two wins from two Grands Prix at the Japanese Grand Prix – impressing our Power Rankings judges along the way. But who else reached the top 10 on our Suzuka list? Check out the latest scores and overall leaderboard below…
Colapinto to drive F1 car on streets of Buenos Aires
Franco Colapinto is set to become the first Argentinian to drive an F1 car on the streets of Buenos Aires, with the Alpine racer confirmed to take part in a historic road show in April.
Gasly hopes Japan fight provides ‘good motivation’ for Alpine
Pierre Gasly finished seventh in Japan, as the Alpine man topped the midfield and even beat Max Verstappen’s Red Bull to the flag. That result leaves Gasly eighth in the standings, a fine return from the first three rounds of the season.
PALMER: The three keys to Piastri’s brilliant Japanese GP
Former Renault F1 driver and F1 TV analyst Jolyon Palmer takes a close look at the performance from the man voted Driver of the Day in Suzuka.
Hadjar admits mood at Red Bull is ‘not good’ after tricky start
Isack Hadjar has admitted that the mood inside the Red Bull camp after the Japanese Grand Prix was "not good" as he failed to reach the points last weekend.
Antonelli looking to ‘raise game’ on race starts
Kimi Antonelli has identified the main area to work on following his victory at the Japanese Grand Prix.
Windows Central
How to unlock the best Xbox Cloud Gaming quality on Windows 11 with a few simple tweaks using this free tool
Improve Xbox Cloud Gaming on Windows 11 with Better xCloud. Get better bitrate, lower lag, and full control over streaming settings.
Some are celebrating, but World of Warcraft's move away from the "Horde" and "Alliance" faction split will be seen as a historic mistake
Not only does it undermine decades of lore and world-building, but player identity is how you reach your audience when they're not gaming. WoW's iconic faction split is under threat, and that's a bad thing, actually.
Windows 11 now supports display refresh rates up to 5,000Hz after its latest update — Here's why that matters for everyone, not just gamers
Windows 11 update KB5079391 adds official monitor refresh rate support beyond 1,000Hz. With 2,000Hz displays coming as soon as 2030, it's good to see that our favorite OS is ahead of the game.
Microsoft is building a Windows 11 team focused on creating "100% native" Windows apps and experiences
Windows 11's in-box apps and system interfaces are currently a mishmash of native and web-based interfaces, but it sounds like that might soon be changing.
The Surface Pro X was ahead of its time — Now it’s time for a 2026 comeback
Microsoft retired its thinnest design just as the silicon caught up. With the MacBook Neo disrupting the market, it's time to bring back the fanless Surface Pro X.
This ultra-rare Xbox 360 development console revealed a Grand Theft Auto beta build with "zombies" and more cut content
A £5 Xbox 360 devkit has revealed a pre-release GTA IV build from 2007, uncovering cut content including ferries, a zombies mode, and early gameplay changes.
AI’s hunger for DRAM threatens your next PC upgrade as Asia-Pacific shipments slump amid memory shortages in 2026
Asia/Pacific PC shipments surged in 2025, but looming memory shortages driven by AI demand could slow growth and raise laptop prices in 2026.
Xbox games are getting tougher to fit onto a console, but these World Backup Day bargains for 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB Expansion Cards will solve that issue
World Backup Day is here to remind everyone to keep their precious files safely backed up, and one of the best ways to do that for Xbox is through various Storage Expansion cards that are now on sale.
This is Microsoft's new "Copilot Cowork": An experiment with Anthropic's Claude AI models that plans and delegates your work
Microsoft’s Copilot Cowork is now available through the Frontier program, giving users access to Anthropic's Claude Cowork AI model for smarter task management.
Microsoft is bringing the best of Windows Terminal to Windows 11's native Command Prompt
Console Host is gaining several features that have been available on Windows Terminal for a while, including better graphics support, scrolling performance improvements, and more.
Laffgaff
In which country would you find Petra?
Jordan.
What Greek God ate their children according to mythology?
Cronus.
Cheese Making Contest
I was looking good for a silver medal at the local cheese making contest. But then I fell at the final curdle.
Itsfoss
LibreOffice vs ONLYOFFICE - Which One Is Right For You?
Both are solid open source office suites but which one should you choose? This in-depth article compares LibreOffice and ONLYOFFICE across features, usability, and real-world experience.
"I No Longer Have the Passion" Ubuntu MATE Creator Wants to Hand Over Project
Martin Wimpress is looking to handover the project due to lack of time and interests.