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Iran ceasefire deal a partial win for Trump - but at a high cost
The path to the two-week ceasefire with Iran may have fundamentally altered the way the rest of the world views the US.
What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran
The provisional truce comes more than a month after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran.
How Pakistan helped secure a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran
Pakistan has a historic relationship with Iran, but an agreement was far from certain, writes the BBC’s Caroline Davies
Oil plunges after US-Iran ceasefire deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The agreement was announced not long before Trump's Tuesday evening deadline was reached.
Wireless Festival cancelled after Kanye West blocked from coming to UK
West was due to headline the festival in July but drew criticism over past antisemitic comments.
Tributes after British teenager dies while visiting Vietnam
Orla Wates, reportedly killed in a road accident, is remembered by her mother as "beautiful, independent and very funny".
Strictly star will not face rape charges, police say
Detectives determined there was "insufficient evidence" to bring criminal charges against the unnamed man.
Plan 2 student loan interest rates capped at 6% in England
The cap on Plan 2 and postgraduate loan interest rates comes amid a risk of rising inflation.
Bill Gates set to testify before US Congress in Epstein investigation
The Microsoft co-founder is the latest high-profile figure to agree to testify before the committee investigating Epstein's wrongdoing.
Family of one-punch attack victim fear £500k compensation could run out
Craig Lewis-Williams needs specialist care for the rest of his life following the November 2021 attack.
Newlywed wife of US soldier freed by ICE after detention at military base
Annie Ramos, an undocumented immigrant who came to the US as a toddler, had gone to the base to complete paperwork so the couple could move in together.
Music giant Universal gets $64bn takeover offer
The music giant behind acts such as Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter gets an offer from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square.
Top Australian soldier charged with war crimes to remain in jail after bail hearing
Ben Roberts-Smith faces five charges of the war crime of murder, which has a penalty of life in prison.
Gilgo Beach serial killings suspect expected to plead guilty to eighth victim
Architect Rex Heuermann will appear in court on Wednesday when he is expected to plead guilty to murder charges.
'He stalked me, but I was the one arrested'
Jodie Morrow went to the police after being harassed, but later found herself in custody.
Has Artemis II shown we can land on the Moon again?
The Artemis II mission has been near flawless to date, but has the test flight shown Nasa is ready to send humans to the lunar surface?
The Papers: 'World holds its breath' and 'No Kan do'
The papers are dominated by Donald Trump's threats against Iran.
Kanye West controversies - how did we get here?
West has a history of making antisemitic remarks and other controversial comments.
Watch: Artemis II's historic lunar flyby... in 90 seconds
The four astronauts in the Orion spacecraft set a new record for distance travelled from Earth.
China is winning one AI race, the US another - but either might pull ahead
Both sides don't want to let their rival dominate. And the competition may yet be transformed further.
My great-aunt shot Mussolini in the face
Violet Gibson came very close to changing the course of history 100 years ago, when she emerged from a crowd in Rome and shot the fascist dictator.
Troy the parrot home safe after Dublin Airport adventure
The Alexandrine parakeet was discovered near Terminal 1 by airport police on Easter Sunday.
HMS Dragon docks after 'minor technical issue'
The Type 45 destroyer left Portsmouth last month to protect Britain's air bases in Cyprus.
US journalist Shelly Kittleson released after kidnap in Iraq, officials say
US officials say they are now "working to support her safe departure from Iraq".
Man, 21, fatally stabbed on London's Primrose Hill
Metropolitan Police detectives are appealing for information as part of a murder investigation.
French couple leave Iran after more than three years in jail
Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris are on their way home after being allowed to leave the country, the French president says.
Jeremy Bowen: Ceasefire means temporary respite for civilians, but it might not last long
Whether or not a lasting peace deal can be reached, the war and its consequences are reshaping the Middle East, writes international editor Jeremy Bowen.
Why it could take months for fuel and food prices to return to normal
Analysts fear long-lasting economic damage has already been set in motion.
Faisal Islam: Pause in attacks is welcome but the economic scars will last
Allowing all ships through the Strait of Hormuz will calm markets but the war has created new problems.
Israel carries out large wave of air strikes across Lebanon
Attacks hit the southern suburbs of Beirut, southern Lebanon and the eastern Bekaa Valley hours after a US-Iran ceasefire was announced.
Starmer says a lot of work remains to make US-Iran ceasefire hold
The prime minister says fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz would help "stabilise" prices in the UK.
UK house prices fall as Iran war uncertainty dampens demand
Mortgage rates have been rising and hundreds of the cheapest deals have disappeared over the last month.
New light shed on who benefits most from weight-loss jabs
People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs to treat obesity, research suggests.
Church of England to apologise for role in historical forced adoption
Tens of thousands of babies were taken from their unmarried mothers in the three decades after World War Two.
BBC upholds complaints over racial slur in Baftas broadcast
The broadcast of a racial slur broke editorial standards, the corporation's complaints unit concludes.
RSPCA says 250 dogs found crammed into one home
The animal charity says it has been forced to refute that an image of the dogs was AI-generated.
Pastor charged after man drowned during baptism
Robert Smith, 61, died from drowning at an address in Erdington in October 2023.
Channel 4 scraps celebrity Bake Off episode starring sacked BBC DJ Scott Mills
The former DJ, who was sacked by the BBC last month, was due to appear on the show's celebrity spin-off.
Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss
Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.
Cannabis farm discovered in stately home which once hosted the King
The now-empty mansion once hosted the Prince of Wales' investiture ball.
BTS turned millions on to K-pop. But now it's caught between Korea and the world
It boils down to a single, loaded question: Is BTS straying from K-pop in trying to woo the world?
Euphoria stars hit red carpet at premiere of third - and possibly final - season
Sydney Sweeney, Zendaya and Jacob Elordi reunite and are joined by some new cast members at the launch.
Girl group Flo on entering into their 'bombastic, confident, strong' era
The R&B trio having been making waves this year with their latest hit, Leak It.
My son is about to take his 40th flight - we are extreme day trippers
Rhona Paton started a group sharing tips for extreme day travellers which now has over 30,000 members.
Matthew Perry's stepmother says 'Ketamine Queen' should get maximum sentence
Jasveen Sangha faces decades in jail when she's sentenced on Wednesday over the Friends actor's death.
Suspects who allegedly threw bomb outside NYC mayor's home wanted to kill 60 people, prosecutors say
"All I know is I want to start terror, bro," one of the men allegedly said in the attack outside the NYC mayor's home, Gracie Mansion.
Greece to ban social media for under-15s from next year
It follows similar moves in other European countries, including France and Spain.
Man jailed after blowing up his home
Police said Paul Solway caused the blast by tampering with a gas pipe and setting fire to a chair.
Katie Price banned from driving for seventh time
The former glamour model, from Brighton, has received bans totalling more than six years since 2010.
Man fined after breaking into viral hippo Moo Deng's enclosure
The director of the Thai zoo where Moo Deng lives said security would be upped after the incident.
Bournemouth Echo
Multiple arrests as 2,000 attend unlicensed event 'on live MOD firing range'
More than 10 arrests were made following an unlicensed music event in East Lulworth over the weekend.
Poole millionaire gives single mum a life-changing offer in Channel 5 series
A tech millionaire from Poole transforms single mum’s life in a powerful episode of Rich House, Poor House.
Powerlifter sets new British records in 'outstanding day' at qualifying event
A powerlifter from Bournemouth has set multiple new British records at a recent qualifying event.
Woman released under investigation after death of infant
A woman who was arrested following the death of an infant in Christchurch has been released under investigation.
'Healing has always been part of my life': Poole therapist launches debut book
A POOLE based holistic therapist is inviting the community to a book launch event as she celebrates the release of her first publication.
Poole school approaches 100th anniversary in 2027 with early years expansion
Yarrells School in Poole, Dorset expands early years provision to welcome babies from six months in April 2026, ahead of its centenary celebrations.
An 'immortal' woman and a second-hand church - welcome to this beautiful village
Found a few miles from Lymington and roughly 15 miles from Southampton, Tiptoe can be found in a quiet corner of the New Forest.
New dance and cheer school celebrate early competition success after just 18 months
A Bournemouth cheer and performing arts school that focuses on building confidence has enjoyed early competition success just 18 months after opening.
Family pays tribute to 'incredible' husband and father who died after 'assault'
Tributes have been paid to a “incredible” and “lovable” man who died in Bournemouth following a reported assault.
Man charged with murder after 41-year-old man died in Bournemouth
A 35-YEAR-OLD man has been charged for an offence of murder after a 41-year-old man died on Charminster Road, Bournemouth.
Bournemouth seaside hotel reopens following £2 million refurbishment
A seaside hotel in Bournemouth is reopening it's doors following a significant £2 million refurbishment and new ownership.
How AI sees Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 100 years from now
Using artificial intelligence image tools, a series of pictures imagining how locations in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole may look in 100 years time have been generated.
Masked attackers target beachgoers
Two men have been injured following a group assault at a popular beach
Tributes paid following death of former RNLI Chief of Operations
Tributes paid to Commodore George Cooper OBE, former RNLI Chief of Operations, who led lifeboat modernisation and training. Funeral at Poole, April 12.
Spring Covid vaccination bookings now open for Dorset residents
Eligible Dorset residents can now book spring Covid vaccinations via the NHS. Check your eligibility and book online, by phone, or at walk-in clinics.
Council orders farmer to remove ‘utilitarian’ storage containers
A council has told a farmer she must remove 30 “utilitarian” storage containers from her land.
British charity worker killed by Kenyan President's 'excessively speeding' motorcade
THE DAUGHTER of a charity worker from Poole who was killed by the Kenyan president’s motorcade has told an inquest that “justice has not been served”.
Councillor wants New Forest flag to protect area's identity
A councillor is calling for the creation of a New Forest flag over fears the area could lose its identity in a major shake-up of councils.
TV art show finalist opens new solo exhibition at Christchurch venue
Dorset artist Tom Winter, Sky Arts Landscape Artist finalist, unveils 'Lightscapes' solo exhibition at Coda Music and Arts Trust. Free entry until 18 April.
Fire crews tackle yet another blaze at derelict Sydenhams site in Poole
FIRE SERVICES were mobilised after a reported fire on the first floor at Sydenhams site in Poole.
Dogs and their owners raise over £1000 in Bournemouth pier to pier charity walk
Dozens of dogs joined the Hope & Hounds charity walk in Bournemouth, raising over £1,000 for Hope HTS and Helpful Hounds Assistance Dogs. Local support shines.
Consultation continues on proposed fire station closures in Dorset & Wiltshire
Public consultation on Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue’s proposed closure of eight fire stations nears halfway. Share your views before 15 May 2024.
Grants available for projects to help prevent anti-social behaviour in Dorset
Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner’s Operation Relentless Community Fund offers grants to community groups tackling ASB and supporting local projects.
New environmental event bringing community together to share ideas this weekend
Join Poole’s Environmental Information Exchange on April 11 at Parkstone United Reformed Church. Groups discuss sustainability, wellbeing, and eco solutions.
Road closures announced for upcoming special events — what you need to know
Poole and Christchurch road closures announced for Bike Nights and St George’s Day parades. Check dates, affected roads, and traffic updates from BCP Council.
Acclaimed folk band set to perform at Dorset venue next month
The Unthanks perform at Lighthouse Poole on 22 May, showcasing acclaimed album Sorrows Away. Folk, jazz, north-east England roots. Tickets available now.
B&M staff member left injured after trying to stop pair with 'stolen' items
A B&M staff member was reportedly left injured when trying to retrieve stolen items from a pair who were leaving the store.
Crowds of people flock to Bournemouth beaches as spring heatwave hits the coast
Flocks of beach goers headed to Bournemouth’s sandy shorelines today to enjoy a rare burst of early summer sun.
Emergency services called to flat fire in high street
Emergency services descended on Boscombe high street following reports of a fire in a flat.
Fire at derelict Sydenhams site in Poole believed to be deliberate
A FIRE reported at derelict Sydenhams site in Poole is believed to be “deliberate” as enquires into the incident are ongoing, police has confirmed.
Why you should favourite Bournemouth Echo as a Preferred Source on Google
This is why you should favourite the Bournemouth Echo as a Preferred Source on Google
'Significant impact on the victim' after number of power tools stolen
A NUMBER of power tools were stolen after a theft from a storage container in Iford Lane, Bournemouth.
'Growing concerns' as man missing for a week
There are 'growing concerns' as a man from Bournemouth has been missing for a week.
Plans for two-bedroom home to be built in Bournemouth
A proposal to build a new two-bedroom home in Bournemouth has been submitted to BCP Council.
Social club could be turned into a children's nursery
A proposal to turn a social club in Poole into a children’s nursery has been submitted to BCP Council.
Travel agency at Bournemouth Airport sold after 20 years in business
A travel agency based at Bournemouth Airport has been officially sold and will integrate operations with another agency based in Christchurch.
Yamaha R6 600cc motorbike stolen in Gillingham burglary
A MOTORBIKE and bicycle were stolen during a residential burglary in Gillingham, Dorset.
Suspected burglar arrested after fleeing break-in scene in Ashley Heath
A suspected burglar was arrested by officers following a foot chase in Ashley Heath.
Council 'unlikely to immediately to join national parking app scheme'
DORSET Council says it is currently unlikely to immediately join in a national parking app’ scheme.
Anger over hotel expansion plan in area being 'ruined' by developers
Campaigners are fighting plans to treble the number of rooms at a Premier Inn in the New Forest
New Forest District Council invites views on new creative and cultural framework
New Forest District Council launches public consultation on draft Creative and Cultural Framework 2026–2032 to boost community, economy, and wellbeing.
Dorset care home residents show community spirit amid cracking Easter fun
Avon Reach care home in Mudeford and other Colten Care homes donated Easter eggs and lunches to Christchurch Food Bank, spreading community cheer this Easter.
Legendary folk supergroup launches 31st annual tour with stop in Dorset town
Folk supergroup Feast of Fiddles brings their 31st annual UK tour to Wimborne’s Tivoli Theatre on 8 May. Tickets available now—don’t miss this live music event.
Bournemouth University and Students' Union shortlisted for national awards
Bournemouth University and SUBU shortlisted for 2026 Whatuni Student Choice Awards in Students’ Union and Cost of Living Support for estranged students.
Dorset Police warning as victims lose £1,675 every minute to investment scams
Dorset Police warn of rising investment fraud, with UK victims losing £1,675 a minute in 2025. Watch for scams, fake crypto, and check FCA advice.
National Lottery funding to protect archives at Dorset History Centre
Dorset History Centre secures £603k National Lottery Heritage Fund grant to expand archive storage, preserve Dorset’s heritage, and improve public access.
Dorset Council reassures residents library remains open during works
Sherborne Library remains open in temporary locations during building works and asbestos removal, says Dorset Council.
SEND students get airport ready for their first big adventure abroad
A group of SEND college students toured Bournemouth Airport to help prepare for their first independent trip abroad.
Construction firm announces new appointment to its board of directors
Ashley Harris appointed to Spetisbury Construction board, leading Main Contract division. New director brings leadership to major UK construction projects.
Thousands of people in Dorset to lose home working tax relief from this week
From 6 April, UK employees can no longer claim home working tax relief, ending allowances for WFH expenses. HMRC estimates £115m Treasury savings.
Two roads in Poole to see temporary closures this weekend for maintenance works
Queen Anne Drive and Magna Road in Poole will close for BCP Council highway maintenance on select April weekends. Diversions and parking bans apply.
12 New Forest roads to see temporary road closures
Several road closures are planned across the New Forest, including Hordle, Brockenhurst, Lymington, Milford, and Fordingbridge. Check alternative routes.
Formula 1
F1 ACADEMY Champion Doriane Pin on pushing for her dream
F1 ACADEMY Champion Doriane Pin is Tom Clarkson’s guest on this week’s Beyond The Grid podcast.
Crypto.com Overtake of the Month Award
Judged by both fans and an expert panel, the Crypto.com Overtake of the Month Award celebrates the drivers that dare to perform the most challenging and courageous overtake manoeuvres during a race.
5 Winners and 5 Losers from 2026 so far
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers following the first three rounds of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Antonelli evaluates how much he's stepped up in second F1 season
Kimi Antonelli has opened up on where he's stepped up from his maiden season, and where he still needs to improve for 2026.
When Formula 1 meets golf
To build up to the 90th edition of the Masters at Augusta, let’s unpack all the crossovers between golf and Formula 1.
10 quiz questions about F1 on film
F1 has been featured on the big and small screen over the years, in both feature films and documentaries.
Windows Central
Xbox Game Pass is losing one of its best games at the worst possible time — get it now while it's cheap before it leaves Microsoft's service
In just over a week, and months before the scheduled launch of GTA 6, GTA 5 will no longer be playable on Xbox Game Pass.
“I finally found something that just works”: I explain the open‑source screenshot tool that beat Snipping Tool and ShareX for me — and why it might become your new default
Replace Snipping Tool with Yoink. Using this tool, you can capture, edit, record, translate, and share your content seamlessly on Windows 11.
Xbox Game Pass' April lineup brings this surging Call of Duty game, and one of last year's biggest additions is coming to more tiers — plus, Hades 2, DayZ, and more
Microsoft has announced April's wave of Xbox Game Pass additions, and it includes the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare reboot, Hades 2, and many other titles.
"This was not opportunistic. It was precision." — How North Korean hackers used Microsoft Teams and Slack to compromise Windows PCs with an elaborate ploy
Malware ploys from bad actors are getting more elaborate, as axios maintainer Jason Saayman explains how the registry's hijacking was weeks in the making and involved a fake Teams update that delivered a trojan.
If you bought an Xbox controller recently: Read this — Microsoft says you might be eligible for free batteries.
Did you buy an Xbox controller between December 2025 and April 2026? You might be in luck.
Dell is scrubbing its failed Premium brand from existence, but who cares when you can save almost $900 on an XPS 14?
Dell is quietly turning its "Premium" laptops back into XPS machines to fix a naming mess, and you can save nearly $900 on the hardware formerly known as the Dell 14 Premium.
"Raptor Lake will continue to be abundantly available": Intel exec makes a case for its older chips as RAM prices soar, but are they actually worth buying in 2026?
Intel's aging Raptor Lake desktop CPUs are "not going anywhere," according to an Intel exec, as RAM prices soar and PC gamers search for DDR4 alternatives. Are these chips worth buying in 2026? Let's explore.
Here's a closer look at the gigantic Forza Horizon 6 Japan map, easily the greatest in the series' history
The full map for Forza Horizon 6 has been revealed, and it's a big one. From the vast Tokyo City to the snowy mountains and everything in between, here's how it's all laid out.
"I hope NVIDIA's legal team lets this slide": I dive into OpenNOW, an open-source GeForce Now alternative that's trending in cloud gaming — for good reason
OpenNOW is quickly gaining popularity as a quality GeForce Now app alternative, all thanks to its open-source nature. It still has some limitations compared to the official software, but it's on the right path ... assuming NVIDIA's legal team doesn't get involved.
ASUS Zenbook A16 sees a sudden price hike just hours after it launched: Scrapping the exclusive $1,599 price lauded in reviews
Just hours after our 5-star review dropped, ASUS and Best Buy hiked the price of the Zenbook A16.
"The absolute pinnacle of the Forza Horizon series": I finally played Forza Horizon 6 and it's a spectacle the likes of which we haven't seen before
I finally played Forza Horizon 6 ahead of its May 19 release and got my first taste of the Japanese streets. It was worth the wait.
Four new features I found in the Forza Horizon 6 preview that will change how you play the game
The Forza Horizon 6 preview build is but a tiny snapshot of what we can expect, but even so, I found four new features that add a little change to the way you'll play the game.
“I’m already sold”: Xbox’s new Forza Horizon 6 limited‑edition accessories are (almost) here — and they might be even cooler than I expected
Xbox is reportedly preparing new Forza Horizon 6 themed accessories, including a limited edition controller and headset, with pricing details already emerging ahead of launch.
This incredible new Zenbook is a warning that Microsoft needs to stop obsessing over Copilot+ PCs for Surface: "I would probably leave with more questions than answers."
The ASUS Zenbook A16 is a Copilot+ PC by definition, but its 5-star success proves no one cares. Major reviews are hailing its 18-core Snapdragon power, lightweight build, and MacBook-beating performance while completely ignoring Microsoft's "Copilot+ PC" label.
"I can't stop laughing": I might have a reason to press my Copilot key as this absurd Windows 11 app adds some comic relief
TypeFart is a small Windows app that plays a fart sound on every keypress and weird sounds on the touchpad, but you'll need a subscription plan for the action.
Microsoft's Azure cloud platform problems stem from AI, according to a former engineer: "Those disruptions built up."
An ex-Microsoft engineer recently detailed how Azure’s rushed launch, talent exodus, and AI hype left Microsoft’s cloud fragile and struggling to compete.
Laffgaff
Kampuchea is the old name of what country?
Cambodia.
Instruction Booklets
I've got a new job writing instruction booklets. It's mainly manual labor.
Itsfoss
Anthropic Just Handed Apache $1.5M to Secure the Open Source Stack AI Depends On
Apache Software Foundation's Ruth Suehle says this kind of sustained investment is what keeps critical open source up and running.
PyTorch Foundation Expands Its Open Source AI Portfolio With Helion and Safetensors
Meta's Helion and Hugging Face's Safetensors are now hosted projects under the PyTorch umbrella.
Glass UI Is Making a Comeback on Linux Thanks to KDE Contributors
For those who never warmed up to Breeze, Oxygen and Air are shaping up to be compelling alternatives again.
Online Open Source OS Puter Becomes More Awesome With Office Offering
A full functional operating system in the web browser. From coding tools to office suite, it has everything.
Opera GX on Linux is for Gamers Who Put Stickers on Their Laptop
The gaming browser lands on Linux with flashy bits, but the defaults need some work.
Even in 2026, Linux Is Still Adding Support for Sega Dreamcast’s GD-ROM from the '90s
Linux continues to surprise. Linux kernel saw a new patch that adds support for Sega Dreamcast’s GD-ROM, a ’90s-era console technology that refuses to fade away.
The Linux Kernel is Finally Letting Go of i486 CPU Support
The support remained in the Linux kernel all these years after every other major platform dropped it.