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Chris Mason: Reeves to set out principles on who might get energy bills support - and who won't
The chancellor must react in real time to the economic shock of the war in Iran, writes the BBC's political editor.
Royal Mail staff say they were told to hide post to look like delivery targets met
BBC Your Voice hears from postal workers who say "take the mail for ride" is a common phrase.
Heat pumps for all new homes and plug-in solar in green tech drive
Solar panels that can be plugged in at home could be available to buy in supermarkets in the coming months.
Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola
A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.
'Like the plane got cut in half': LaGuardia crash that killed two pilots now under investigation
In the aftermath of the collision of Air Canada flight AC8646 with a fire truck in New York, US transportation chief Sean Duffy emphasized that seat belts helped save lives
Watch: How the deadly LaGuardia Airport crash unfolded
Video shows the aftermath of the collision between a passenger plane and a firefighting vehicle on the runway of the New York airport.
'Shocking but not unexpected': Jewish community reacts to ambulance attack
Ambulances belonging to a Jewish community charity in north-west London were set on fire on Monday.
Referendum defeat leaves Italy's Meloni looking more vulnerable
Meloni vowed to press on after losing a vote on constitutional reform many turned into a referendum on her government.
Jury orders Cosby to pay $19m to ex-waitress after finding he abused her in 1972
Donna Motsinger alleged Cosby gave her wine and a pill that left her incapacitated after picking her up in a limousine in 1972.
Ultimatums, diplomacy and a trip to Graceland as Trump eyes a deal with Iran
America may be a nation at war, but the president's activities have been a mix of diplomacy and diversions - with the occasional swing toward the surreal.
A committed pharmacist and a homesick blogger - the Iranian civilians killed by the war
The toll on civilians is mounting fast as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues.
Oil back above $100 as conflicting reports emerge on US-Iran talks
Stock markets had originally rebounded on Monday said Trump said he would hold off strikes on Iran.
UK universities flock to India - but will they succeed?
Nine UK universities are setting up campuses in India, but enrolment is expected to be modest initially.
The Papers: 'Trump blinks first' and 'horrific' attack on Jewish charity ambulances
Donald Trump's claim of productive talks with Iran and the attack on a Jewish charity in London is the main focus for Tuesday's front pages.
Is ex-Google boss Matt Brittin the right person to steer the BBC?
BBC media editor Katie Razzall says the former Google exec has been chosen for his insider knowledge of big tech.
How a YouTuber used a fake live stream to cover up the murder of his pregnant partner
Evidence in the trial of Stephen McCullagh outlined a cold, calculating plan to kill Natalie McNally and get away with it.
More Australian beef headed for Europe under new EU trade deal
Australian producers have also won the right to sell Italian-style sparkling wine as prosecco.
Arson attack on Jewish charity ambulances investigated by counter-terror police
Police say they are looking for three suspects after the Hatzola ambulances were set on fire.
US Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as homeland security chief
The US senator will now oversee the embattled department after a series of immigration enforcement blunders.
UK must back North Sea oil and gas drilling, says trade body
The group says the country "urgently" needs to produce its own oil and gas to secure supplies.
Burnham should be allowed to stand as an MP, says Nandy
The culture secretary questions her party's decision to block the Greater Manchester mayor from standing in a by-election.
HS2 trains could run slower than planned to save money
The government is looking at ways to make much-delayed London to Birmingham railway line cheaper to deliver.
Reeves plans energy bill help for those 'who need it most'
The US-Israel war with Iran is having an impact on costs domestically, with oil and gas prices soaring.
Oil traders bet millions minutes before Trump's Iran talks post
Market data shows the amount of oil trade rose before the US President said he would postpone attacks on Iran's power plants.
Son of Nottingham attacks victim found out father had died through Instagram
Ian Coates, 65, was stabbed to death by Valdo Calocane in the early hours of 13 June 2023.
Transgender girls told to leave Girlguiding groups by September
It follows an announcement in December that transgender members would be banned from joining.
Married at First Sight star Mel Schilling dies at 54
The TV dating coach's husband says she "passed away peacefully today, surrounded by love".
Villagers 'proud' after overturning council's crackdown on second homes
Second homes and how to deal with growing numbers is a hot topic in parts of Wales.
Ukraine Unesco site damaged as Russia launches 400 drones in deadly daytime attack
Cities across the west of Ukraine were hit, with residential buildings damaged and many injured.
First-time buyers hit as mortgage rates keep rising
More than 200 first-time buyer deals have disappeared from the market since 6 March, with more upheaval expected.
Bafta TV Award nominations revealed as Adolescence leads field
Adolescence has the most nominations overall with 11, followed by A Thousand Blows with seven.
Replacement ambulances delivered after London arson attack
The London Ambulance Service confirmed it would loan the vehicles after four ambulances were set on fire.
Shop owner gets £100 and apology 15 years after student stole sign
The former student admitted stealing the sign after "a night of drinking".
Iran war shows norms of international conflicts have been upended
US threats against energy infrastructure, and Iran's retaliation on its Gulf neighbours, signal a clear change.
Israel says it will take control of large buffer zone in southern Lebanon
Thousands of displaced Lebanese residents will not be allowed to return home until northern Israel is safe, Israel's defence minister says.
Philippines declares energy emergency over Iran conflict
The war has caused "imminent danger" to the country's energy supplies, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr says.
Watch: BBC at site of Iranian strike in Tel Aviv
The BBC's James Waterhouse is in central Tel Aviv, where Iranian strikes have hit "several impact sites", according to police.
UK's transplant system was world-leading - now it lags behind other Western nations, BBC finds
The UK has failed to keep pace with the rest of the world. Can it regain its status, and how?
Hannah Montana fans celebrate 20 years of 'once in a generation' show
Miley Cyrus stars in a one-off special celebrating the TV show that made her a global star.
What are heat pumps and how much do they cost?
The government wants more homes to have heat pumps to cut fossil fuel use and drive down energy bills.
Cuba's mothers-to-be prepare to give birth in a country plunged into darkness
Two pregnant women tell the BBC's Will Grant of their hopes and fears as their nation is mired in crisis.
Dame Shirley Bassey reveals she can no longer reply to fan mail
The singer, 89, said she was 'truly humbled' by the letters she had received during her 70-year career.
Woman sentenced over threats to kill Angela Rayner
Elizabeth Harker, 63, from Luton, is given a community order after admitting leaving the messages.
YouTube removes channels of man who murdered pregnant partner
Natalie McNally was 15 weeks pregnant when she was murdered by McCullagh in her home in December 2022.
Vets must publish prices and pet prescription fees to be capped at £21, watchdog says
Vets will have to publish price lists for services under measures from the UK's competition watchdog.
Fortnite-maker Epic Games lays off 1,000 more staff
It is the second time in recent years the company has announced lays offs due to struggles with its blockbuster online game.
Decline in migratory fish populations prompts fight for protection
The UN assessment of the state of migratory freshwater fish revealed an 81% decline in the last 50 years.
Bournemouth Echo
Owner of popular fish and chip restaurant to open pub next month
An owner of a popular fish and chip restaurant is set to open a new pub next month, "bringing the traditions of a traditional British pub back to life”.
'Chance to rewrite story': Celebration as £20 million to be invested in West Howe
RESIDENTS gathered at a community centre today to celebrate announcement of £20 million of long‑term investment secured through the Pride in Place Programme.
Man jailed and banned from Castlepoint for two years stores after shoplifting spree
A prolific shoplifter from Bournemouth has been jailed for nearly four months and banned from Castlepoint Shopping Park for the next two years.
Destroyed heath turned to sand will take 70 years to recover, say experts
A HEATHLAND that was turned to sand after a devastating fire last summer will take around 70 years to recover, say experts.
Police issue warning over circulation of counterfeit banknotes
Police warn UK residents about a rise in counterfeit banknotes. Check cash carefully; Bank of England won’t reimburse fake notes.
'The displays are poignant and thought-provoking': New exhibition opens for public
A NEW exhibition highlighting the “crucial and unseen role of the Royal Corps of Signals” during WWII has opened for public.
Bournemouth care home unveils major refurbishment after £1.8 million investment
Queensmount Bupa Care Home Bournemouth unveils £1.8m refurbishment, with upgraded lounges, bedrooms and facilities. Rated 'outstanding' by CQC.
Leisure attraction brings back 'No Phone Zone' with Easter deal for families
Mulligans Bournemouth reintroduces its No Phone Zone this Easter, encouraging families to enjoy device-free fun and free kids’ meals during school holidays.
What are Bournemouth's 3 mottos and what do they mean?
Taken as a whole, these three independent maxims form a surprisingly cohesive picture.
Operation Relentless Community Fund in Dorset: Now accepting applications
Dorset Police launch sixth round of Operation Relentless Community Fund, supporting local groups to tackle anti-social behaviour and build safer communities.
Bournemouth MP welcomes new community-led board to shape future of Boscombe
Boscombe to receive £20m Labour Government investment. Independent Chair sought to lead community board, ensuring local voices shape regeneration plans.
Domestic abuse resource launched in Dorset to be rolled out across England
New 'Fresh Thoughts' domestic abuse support booklet by Soroptimists, praised by Jess Phillips MP, expands from Dorset to England, offering vital help for women.
Extinction Rebellion activists 'marry' River Stour in World Water Day ceremony
Extinction Rebellion Dorset staged a symbolic “World Water Wedding” on World Water Day to highlight UK river pollution and sewage discharges in the River Stour.
Adventure knows no age limit – care home residents race across Dorset
Heathland House care home residents and families completed a Race Across Dorset, visiting local landmarks and boosting community spirit.
Singer announces Bournemouth show in November as part of biggest tour to date
Myles Smith announces 2026 UK & Ireland tour including Bournemouth date, supporting new album My Mess, My Heart, My Life, with tickets on sale soon.
Bournemouth Samaritans encourage people to engage in small talk to help save lives
Bournemouth Samaritans are relaunching a campaign that aims to save lives through small talk and simple questions.
Free community haircut and pamper event at Dorset care home
Parley Place Care Home in West Parley hosted a free community pampering event with haircuts, beauty treatments, and cream tea, supported by Barchester.
A year of impact: celebrating the success of SEND consent work at STARS Dorset
STARS Dorset expands its SEND consent education across Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and Dorset, supporting young people with workshops and resources.
Former member of The Coral to perform special solo show in Poole tonight
Bill Ryder-Jones, ex-The Coral, brings his debut album 'If...' to Poole’s St. Peter’s on 24 March, marking its 15th anniversary with a special solo show.
New courses launching to support women in Bournemouth through the menopause
New menopause support courses launch at BH Live Active, Littledown, Bournemouth. Rise and Shine boosts women’s health, wellbeing and confidence for just £20.
New first aid training programme helping children learn how to save lives
YMCA Bournemouth launches Mini Medics first aid training at The Junction, teaching children life-saving skills and confidence through hands-on courses.
Hundreds attend as Spring Show draws one of largest crowds in recent years
Hundreds attended Verwood & District Horticultural Society’s 2026 Spring Show, with new daffodil categories, craft exhibits, and school scarecrow winners.
'Madcap scheme for town councils if a wasteful expenditure'
I resent having to pay extra on my council tax bill for a Bournemouth town clerk (salary around £80,000) to support the town council in organising, as the leader of BCP Council says in her budget statement, "Christmas lights, hanging baskets, community events, or anything your area values most".
Swanage theatre set to host first 'Big Weekend' with activities for all ages
The Mowlem theatre in Swanage hosts its first Big Weekend on 30–31 May, with arts workshops, family events, opera, cinema, and special guests in Purbeck.
Bournemouth-founded cleaning company wins 2026 award for domestic cleaning
Domestic Angels, based in Bournemouth, wins Domestic Cleaning Company of the Year 2026 at the South West England Prestige Awards.
'A day I'll always treasure' - Dorset care home resident visits meerkats at zoo
Avon Reach care home resident Peggy Lill fulfils her dream of meeting meerkats at Marwell Zoo, thanks to staff arranging a special outing from Mudeford.
TikTok sensation Spudman to serve viral jacket potatoes in town centre
The viral TikToker, Spudman, is set to serve his popular hot potatoes in Bournemouth.
Bournemouth musician performs with brother of Rolling Stones frontman
Bournemouth musician Chris Payn wowed a full house at The Three Compasses, Dorchester, performing with Chris Jagger. Solo album set for UK release soon.
Lunchtime learning programme launched to support Bournemouth businesses
Bournemouth Town Centre BID launches Lunchtime Learning seminars for business owners, offering expert-led sessions on networking, and practical advice.
Road closures planned in Poole next month for BCP Council maintenance works
Queen Anne Drive and Magna Road, Poole, to close for highway maintenance by BCP Council in April 2026. Diversions via Ringwood Road and Canford Way.
Poole road to close for over a week for electric connection works
Hastings Road, Poole, will close 28 March–12 April 2026 for electric connection works by Connect It Utility Services. Diversions and restrictions apply.
Park and ride site in Poole to be converted into a padel tennis facility
Creekmoor Park and Ride in Poole to close from April 2026 to October 2027 for conversion into a padel tennis centre, BCP Council confirms.
Intermittent road closures near Bournemouth hospital for helicopter operations
Intermittent closures on Deansleigh Road near Royal Bournemouth Hospital from March 2026–September 2027 during emergency helicopter landings.
Poole road still closed until March 26 due to Wessex Water works
Higher Blandford Road, Poole, will be closed to all vehicles from 16–26 March 2026 for Wessex Water works. Diversion in place; council issues public notice.
Food market licence going to committee
Plans submitted to allow food market in Bournemouth town centre to sell alcohol will be considered by licensing committee after one objection to the proposal was submitted.
New Forest playground safety set for shake-up as council considers proposals
Playground safety across the New Forest is set to be reviewed as councillors consider new measures.
South West Ambulances reach stroke and heart attack patients 38 minutes faster
Ambulances across the South West reached heart attack and stroke patients 38 minutes faster this winter, making it the best service performance in years.
More than £1.4million invested in Bournemouth and Poole communities
More than £1.4million is being invested into community projects in Bournemouth and Poole.
Man in 60s taken to hospital after collision with bus
A man in his 60s was taken to hospital following a collision with a bus in Christchurch.
No light at the end of the tunnel - Sandbanks tunnel not selected by Musk company
An ambitious proposal to build an underground tunnel between Sandbanks and Studland has failed to secure backing from Elon Musk’s tunnelling firm.
Supermarket chain applies for two stores to sell alcohol 24 hours
A major supermarket chain has applied to allow two stores to sell alcohol 24 hours a day.
Repair works to prevent potholes taking place across BCP
Repair works to roads, currently costing £400,000, across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will allow residents to benefit from safer and smoother roads.
New convenience store allowed to sell alcohol
A new convenience store opening in Christchurch, where a post office will relocate, has been granted permission to sale alcohol.
Pedestrians 'narrowly missed' by illegal bike being ridden around town centre
A bike was seized by police after reported 'anti social riding' and pedestrians being 'narrowly missed' in Ringwood.
Volunteer needed to join parish council after councillor resigns
VOLUNTEERS are needed to fill a vacancy on West Lulworth parish council – with a deadline at the end of March.
New Mudeford RNLI shore crew members pass out in 'proud moment'
Four new volunteer shore crew members have been celebrated after they successfully passed out earlier this month.
Stories of Change event shares impact of £1.7m fund
WORKERS and volunteers from grass roots charities all over the BCP area came together yesterday to celebrate the impact of a grant programme that has helped thousands of people cope with the cost of living crisis.
Single vehicle crashes on A338 dual carriageway
A road was partially blocked after a vehicle crashed on the A338 dual carriageway.
Business ordered to repay £15k in unpaid wages as part of minimum wage crackdown
A business has been ordered to repay nearly £15,000 in unpaid wages
Internationally recognised fairy festival returning to the New Forest
Now in its 14th year, the New Forest Fairy Festival has grown from a small local gathering into an internationally recognised celebration.
Driver caught almost 20mph over New Forest speed limit as police lie in wait
Nine vehicles were stopped in the two and a half hours during a recent road safety operation in the New Forest.
Readers react to upcoming elections for new town councils
Daily Echo readers have shared their thoughts on the upcoming elections for new town councils in Bournemouth, Poole, and Broadstone.
LIVE: Trains running at reduced speed due to "defective track"
Trains are having to run at a reduced speed due to a "defective track" in the New Forest
Formula 1
Tsunoda on his F1 past, present and future
Yuki Tsunoda has been getting used to a different F1 role in 2026 – the Japanese driver taking on reserve duties for Red Bull and sister outfit Racing Bulls after losing his full-time race seat at the end of the 2025 season.
Mercedes show off wolf-inspired livery change for Japan
Mercedes have become the latest team to present a special livery for the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix.
Can Bearman avoid the ‘Sophomore Slump’ in 2026?
Ollie Bearman had an impressive second half of 2025 – but can he kick on and hit new heights with Haas in 2026?
Vowles explains how Williams ‘need’ to use April break
Williams Team Principal James Vowles has set out how the squad intend to use the upcoming April break to “get ourselves back on the front foot” following a tricky start to the year, with the Briton admitting that the Grove-based outfit need “every single hour” of that time to improve.
Listen to F1 Nation’s Japanese GP preview
Formula 1 World Championship leader George Russell will show his inner “steeliness” when racing Mercedes team mate Kimi Antonelli this season, according to former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer.
Haas reveal Godzilla-themed livery for Japanese GP
Haas have unveiled a special livery for the upcoming weekend in Suzuka, with the 'King of the Monsters' adorning the car.
Windows Central
Windows Central Podcast: Breaking down Microsoft's sweeping Windows 11 changes
Podcast: Daniel and Zac break down Microsoft's big announcement about Windows 11 and how the company is moving to address its biggest issues this year.
NVIDIA CEO backpedals on DLSS 5 AI backlash after telling people "they're completely wrong," says he gets it now — "I don’t love AI slop myself"
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says he understands why people detest what they've seen of DLSS 5 so far after initially saying "they're completely wrong."
Sea of Thieves misses massive comeback — TheBurntPeanut forced off stream due to DDoS attack
Sea of Thieves gained significant attention after streamer TheBurntPeanut brought in 42,000 viewers, but issues like being DDoS'd prevented it from continuing, limiting its potential impact.
Will this incredible RPG actually get a DLC expansion after all? As Capcom celebrates its 2-year anniversary, fans believe it's being teased — here's what they found
As Capcom celebrates Dragon's Dogma 2's second anniversary, its fans have discovered evidence that a DLC for the RPG may be on the way.
This overlooked Battlefield game is shutting down after 11 years, but only on Xbox and PlayStation consoles — the Steam PC version will live on, to my surprise
EA and Battlefield Studios are shutting down Battlefield Hardline, a unique police-themed spinoff, on consoles over a decade after its release.
Save desk space while saving the World of Warcraft with this MMO mouse and gaming keyboard — both nearly 40% off
Two of Razer's best mid-range PC gaming accessories are on sale for Amazon's Spring Sale, just in time for World of Warcraft: Midnight's first Season.
From Mixed to Magic — Crimson Desert's Steam reviews surge to glory
The developers have been hard at work making changes, and the player base is steadily falling in love with the continent of Pywel.
The best gaming CPU that "slam dunks on Intel" hits its lowest-ever price — there's no AAA PC title that the 9800X3D won't handle
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is one of the best gaming processors you can currently upgrade your rig with to optimize your favorite game's performance, and it's enjoying its lowest discount yet for a limited time.
Microsoft’s new Clipchamp ultimatum — Sync to OneDrive or lose your ability to edit
A new update to Windows 11’s built-in video editor mandates OneDrive for all active projects, effectively ending local-only workflows.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is still selling ridiculously well, despite being a 'dead' game everyone seems to hate
Circana’s latest data shows Black Ops 7 holding strong despite mixed reception, with Helldivers 2 notably performing best on Xbox for February.
Epic Games lays off 1,000 employees as the Fortnite 'magic' begins to fade
Epic Games is laying off 1,000 employees as it struggles to maintain the "magic" and revenue growth of Fortnite amidst a $500 million budget shortfall.
NVIDIA's CEO just claimed humanity has achieved "AGI" — here's why Microsoft lawyers may (aggressively) disagree
Has humanity achieved the vaunted "AGI" AI benchmark? Jensen Huang thinks so. Microsoft has some specific clauses with OpenAI around these claims though ...
I'm seriously tempted to drop Microsoft Edge after the latest Firefox update
Firefox is catching up to Edge in features while also making it easy to disable AI with a single switch.
Microsoft quietly announced upcoming WSL upgrades, including a "more streamlined first-time setup and onboarding"
Amid the raft of promised changes Microsoft has recently made regarding Windows 11 was nestled a small but interesting update on the future of WSL.
World of Warcraft: Midnight review — This dark middle act has immense ambition, but Blizzard is spreading itself thin at the cost of quality
The high bar Blizzard has set itself has given us more "stuff" to do in WoW than ever, but there's a variety of quality issues that are compounding into frustration.
Our favorite Windows desktop PC crushes your daily productivity, and can easily be upgraded for gaming — now under $1,000
Dell is offering a special 29% discount on the Dell Tower Plus desktop PC, a deceptively simple yet highly powerful rig suited to a wide range of productivity tasks and easily upgradeable for AAA gaming.
Time to ditch my old gaming headset for one of Razer's best: An "industry-leading mic, longer-lasting battery life," and more
The Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is an outstanding gaming headset for PC we'd recommend any time it's on sale, and that time is now, as it's currently 36% off for a limited time.
Apple fans amazed as MacBook Neo runs a 12-year-old Halo game at almost 60 FPS — Should Xbox bring its games to mobile?
Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary is now playable on the MacBook Neo using Crossover, achieving around 50 FPS with performance settings, showcasing Apple silicon’s growing capability for gaming.
If Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) looks awful on your NVIDIA 50-series GPU, here's how to fix it
If you joined the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) revival, but it looks awful on your NVIDIA RTX 50-series GPU, here's how to fix it.
Microsoft could be OpenAI's biggest partner and most substantial IPO risk — raising investor concerns over future valuation
OpenAI’s IPO faces risks from its reliance on Microsoft, Musk’s lawsuits, and soaring compute costs, raising investor concerns about its $730B valuation.
Microsoft’s latest AI hire frees Mustafa Suleyman to chase superintelligence and build in‑house AI models
Microsoft’s latest hire clears the runway for AI chief Mustafa Suleyman to focus on superintelligence and in‑house models.
Microsoft shuts down another Windows 11 registry hack — native NVMe SSD support has changed but Insiders still have options
Microsoft has changed the Windows 11 nvmedisk.sys registry ID that unlocked native NVMe performance, ending a popular SSD speed trick for power users.
Laffgaff
If you were born on April 15th what star sign would you be?
Aries.
Chicken And Egg Bar
A chicken and an egg walk into a bar. The bartender says, "Who's first?"
Itsfoss
Ubuntu Maker Canonical is Backing Rust Development With $150K/year
The announcement comes just weeks before Ubuntu 26.04 LTS ships with the latest Rust upgrades.
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