The News - Sunday, 22 February 2026

BBC News

Iran students stage first large anti-government protests since deadly crackdown

The student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down last month.

Trump says he will increase his new global tariffs to 15%

After most of his tariffs were outlawed on Friday, Trump announced new global tariffs of 10% - which he says he has now increased to 15%.

All you need to know ahead of the Bafta Film Awards 2026

The biggest night in the British film calendar is upon us - find out who's nominated and how to watch.

13,000 calls in three months: How one city is keeping ahead of measles

Nurses and doctors are trying to understand and assuage the concerns some patients have over vaccines.

I didn't know I was experiencing burnout until it was too late

Studies show burnout in young people is rising and there are a number of reasons why.

The Papers: Andrew 'inquiry' calls and hiding from 'Putin's killer drones'

Calls to probe Andrew's links to Epstein and the fourth anniversary of the Ukraine war leads Sunday's papers.

Scotland's mad for Oasis, Newcastle loves Sam Fender: Music tastes where you live revealed

Spotify and YouTube's streaming data for 2025 shows some interesting variations in listening habits.

Are ties and blazers over? Why some schools are pushing for 'active' uniforms

Proponents say relaxed uniforms make life easier for children and are much more practical for physical play.

We thought Gen Z had started going to church in droves. But the truth is more complicated

A fierce debate is taking place about whether there really has been a revival in Christianity.

'We want the truth' - families of Nottingham attacks victims speak ahead of public inquiry

An inquiry into the attacks carried out by Valdo Calocane will hear evidence in London from Monday.

Government 'inflamed tension' over Maccabi fan ban, say MPs

Intervention over the banning of fans at the Aston Villa match was late and clumsy, MPs say.

'I cleaned toilets while studying at Cambridge'

Jade Franks uses her experience of classism to write a hit play which has been picked up by Netflix.

Final missing Lake Tahoe skier found dead 5 days after avalanche

Authorities released the names of the six women and three guides who died in the worst avalanche in state history.

How football is helping girls fight against forced marriage

Two sisters in an Indian village talk about how football has changed their lives and helped them push back against child marriage.

Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

The native species was driven to extinction by sailors in the 1800s. Now, 158 juvenile giant tortoises have been reintroduced to the island.

From Venezuela to immigration crackdown, Project 2025 provided Trump's roadmap

Just a year into Trump's second term, and about half of Project 2025's policies have been implemented, observers say.

Once mocked for being tacky, this Korean music genre is making a comeback

The traditional South Korean popular music genre is making headlines in the country once again.

TikToker army medic, 25, found dead at barracks

Lucy Wilde's brother says she was "strength wrapped in softness" and served with "courage and pride".

Nasa astronauts' moon mission delayed due to rocket issue

The mission to the far side of the Moon and back will be postponed after problems with were spotted with its rocket, a Nasa official said.

Five taken to hospital after gas explosion at farm

All five are taken to hospital as a precaution following the incident, which involved a food truck.

Met officers working for Andrew told to guard Epstein's home, emails show

The Met says it has not identified any wrongdoing by its protection officers "at this time".

'Effective' SEND support won't be taken away, minister says

But the education secretary says children "will be reviewed in terms of their needs", under planned reforms.

Trump curious why Iran has not 'capitulated', US envoy Witkoff says

US envoy Steve Witkoff says the president is puzzled why Iran has not yet compromised in the face of a major American military build-up nearby.

William in tribute to Tik Tok medic found dead at barracks

The Prince of Wales has told of his “immense sadness” after 25-year-old Lucy Wilde's death.

All you need to know ahead of the Bafta Film Awards 2026

The biggest night in the British film calendar is upon us - find out who's nominated and how to watch.

Andrew is Prince William's problem too - and it makes his future job harder

Andrew's arrest has changed the public's view of the Royal Family, putting pressure on Prince William as he moves closer to being king.

I cleaned toilets while studying at Cambridge

Jade Franks uses her experience of classism to write a hit play which has been picked up by Netflix.

13,000 calls in three months: How one city is keeping ahead of measles

Nurses and doctors are trying to understand and assuage the concerns some patients have over vaccines.

Former PM Gordon Brown urges police probe into whether Andrew used RAF bases to meet Epstein

Reports say the former prime minister has demanded a full investigation into Andrew's role as UK trade envoy.

Are ties and blazers on the way out? Why some schools are pushing for 'active' uniforms

Proponents say relaxed uniforms make life easier for children and are much more practical for physical play.

Explosions kill police officer and injure 25 in western Ukraine

Twenty-five people were injured by explosions overnight in what officials are calling a terror attack.

Victim killed in skate park double stabbing named

Mason Miller, 20, was killed on Wednesday when he was fatally stabbed, detectives say.

US ambassador's Israel comments condemned by Arab and Muslim nations

Mike Huckabee suggested Israel would be justified in taking much of the Middle East on Biblical grounds.

I didn't know I was experiencing burnout until it was too late

Studies show burnout in young people is rising and there are a number of reasons why.

The most played music artists for UK cities - some may surprise you

Spotify and YouTube's streaming data for 2025 shows some interesting variations in listening habits.

Iran students stage first large anti-government protests since deadly crackdown

Student protesters honoured thousands of those killed when nationwide mass protests were put down by Iranian authorities last month.

Tributes paid to 'amazing' men aged 19 and 20 who died on Yr Wyddfa

They have been named locally as Jayden Long, 19, and Eddie Hill, 20, from Norfolk.

'It is a catastrophe' - the man battling to stem rising youth unemployment

Alan Milburn returns to his hometown of Newcastle as he undertakes a review into the growing numbers of young people out of work.

Tories vow to lower interest on some student loans

Kemi Badenoch says graduates feel 'stitched up' as she promises to cut Plan 2 loan interest charges.

Hairy Biker widow says 'live the life they can't'

Ann Cleeves and Lili Myers talk about coming to terms with the loss and dealing with grief.

My bagpipes dream landed me thousands of followers. A rare chronic illness left me unable to play

Katie Robertson went back and forth to her GP and local hospital before being diagnosed with postural tachycardia syndrome.

Pop star's 50-year search for his birth father

The musician, who was born in a mother and baby home, only found out who his natural father was when he was 59.

Woman's fox rescue forges unusual bond

An injured fox is nursed back to life thanks to a "strong connection" with a Hackney resident.

Ryan Reynolds' sweary reaction to Wrexham drawing Chelsea in the FA Cup

The Hollywood stars share their unedited reactions as they watch the random draw happen live.

Bournemouth Echo

'Buy local or bye local': Call for public to support independent businesses

A pet food store in Broadstone is encouraging members of the public to use their high street stores before they lose them.

12,000-strong ravers descended on Dorset for epic all-night party - in pictures

In 1992 some 12,000 ravers packed themselves into Matchams Stadium for the legendary Fantazia event Summertime.

Man sent pictures of his genitals to child and asked for photos in return

A MAN sent pictures of his genitals to a child and asked for the same in return, court documents show.

Upcoming roadworks set to cause delays across BCP

Planned road works have been announced by BCP council and are estimated to cause delays of varying degrees.

Your chance to put questions to our crime and court reporter

Got a question you’d like to put to our crime and court reporter Hannah Knight? Now’s your chance to ask it!

'We are not going to let this stop us': Pub flooded for second time this year

The Woolpack in Sopley has been flooded out for the second time this year, just before they were planning to reopen to the public.

Restaurant has 'acted promptly' after being handed one-star food hygiene rating

A BOURNEMOUTH restaurant says it has addressed issues raised after being given a one out of five food hygiene rating.

Tributes paid to 'perfect son' as man from Dorset to face trial charged with murder

Michael Bretton, aged 40, of Armoury Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset, has been charged with the murder of Craig Hurcombe and one count of stalking involving fear of violence against a woman and is listed to appear at Bristol Crown Court for trial on Monday, July 13

Why does this Dorset roundabout have an unusual name?

From escaped circus pets to Victorian place names, we explore the colourful legends and likely truth behind how the A35’s Monkeys Jump roundabout near Dorchester got its memorable name.

Dorset Palestine Action activist freed on bail in raid trials

A 23‑year‑old man from Dorset has been granted bail alongside other Palestine Action supporters who are facing charges over a raid at a UK centre for an Israel-based defence firm

Recently released wild beavers caught on camera in rare Studland sighting

rare beaver sighting. copy to be added.

Dorset town that's 'postcard-perfect' named among the UK's best places to visit

Sherborne is a Dorset market town with a lot of history that's been named among the UK's best places to live for 2026

Bournemouth nursery celebrates Chinese New Year with Chinese dance troupe

Tops Day Nurseries Pokesdown in Bournemouth celebrated Chinese New Year 2026 with a dance performance by the Bournemouth Chinese Dance Troupe – DACEM.

Agent Nouveau launches Westbourne Networking Club to great community success

Agent Nouveau launches Westbourne Networking Club in Bournemouth, connecting local businesses with events, travel themes and collaboration opportunities.

Dorset choir that raised £6,000 for charity is looking for new members

Bournemouth Male Voice Choir seeks new members after raising £6,000 for Dorset charities. Free 'Find Your Voice' trial sessions in Poole & Christchurch.

Housebuilder swaps bricks for branches to support Dorset's largest country park

Barratt David Wilson Homes volunteers at Avon Heath Country Park, Dorset, helping manage habitats and backing the park's biodiversity.

Man caught in possession of hand claw and Samurai sword

A man was caught in possession of a hand claw and a Samurai sword at his home in Poole, court documents show.

Hotel renovates old coastguard cottages into luxury seaside accommodation

Former nineteenth centaury coastguard cottages have been reimagined as private coastal retreats with sea views along Bournemouth's Cliff tops.

Rotary Club's new community award scheme hands out thousands to charity projects

Ferndown and Parley Rotary Club awards nearly £12,000 to six Dorset charities through its new Community Award Scheme, supporting local projects and schools.

Number of people searching NHS advice on high blood pressure rose last year

NHS England reports record visits to its high blood pressure advice page in 2025, as millions in the UK seek trusted, official health information online.

The spring and summer guide for events at Bournemouth Pavilion and BIC is here!

Discover Bournemouth Pavilion & BIC’s 2026 spring/summer line-up, featuring West End shows like Blood Brothers, Mean Girls, Beverley Knight & more. Book now!

Local sci-fi documentary filmed in Dorset heads to popular genre film festival

Screams By The Sea film festival returns to Bournemouth with indie horror films, Dorset’s Alien On Stage, premieres, filmmaker events, and a makers’ market.

Bowls power couple in Hampshire crowned ladies' and men's champions for 2025

Annette and Bob Drake of Milford on Sea Bowls Club, Hampshire, win 2025 ladies’ and men’s titles using Drakes Pride bowls, supporting club fundraising.

TV star Nadiya Hussain quits showbiz to train as a teacher after BBC axe

Celebrity chef and Great British Bake Off winner, Nadiya Hussain, has revealed she has quit TV to train as a teacher.

Major 2026 travel rule changes for UK holidaymakers including new passport rules

Planning a 2026 trip? New EU entry systems, ETIAS and UK passport rules for dual nationals could affect your holiday.

The top 10 best used cars that you can snatch up for £5k or under

Cazoo has shared 10 of the best used cars you can buy in the UK for a budget of £5,000 or under, including the Ford Fiesta and Kia Picanto

DVLA £1,000 fine warning ahead of change coming to UK roads in March

The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

Major till change as Co-op introduces 'open all hours' checkouts in 150 stores

Co-op is rolling out new ‘flexi checkouts’ across 150 stores, allowing tills to switch between staff and self-service. Here’s what it means for shoppers.

Formula 1

F1 is back – and it’s all to drive for

New cars. New power. New teams. Get excited as Formula 1 roars into life for the 2026 season and an all-new era of competition.

See Tsunoda back in a Red Bull at special San Francisco demo

Check out the best images as Red Bull Reserve and Test Driver Yuki Tsunoda wows the crowds in San Francisco demo.

5 Winners and 3 Losers from the second Bahrain test

F1.com's Lawrence Barretto picks out his winners and losers from the final 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain.

Windows Central

After fan pressure on Xbox exclusives, new CEO says — “We hear you”

Asha Sharma posts a spree of viral responses on social media, as Xbox fans try to work out what the over-arching strategy might look like.

Newly named Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has shared her gamertag — so what is she playing and why does it matter?

New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma has shared her top three favorite games of all time and her gamertag, which looks to be little more than a month old, in hopes of earning some street cred among the Xbox community.

Things are looking worse for laptop prices, but not for Microsoft's ultimate Snapdragon X Elite laptop — this 5-Star Copilot+ PC is now under $1,000

The Microsoft Surface Laptop's mid-range configuration with a Snapdragon X Elite CPU, 120Hz display, and other beneficial features for hardworking typists has had its high MSRP reduced, so its cost is now under $1,000.

Razer’s Orochi V2 is the best featherlight travel gaming mouse you can buy (and it's now 50% off)

The Razer Orochi V2, a lightweight gaming mouse that's perfect for both work and play, is enjoying one of the best discounts ever, as it's now on sale for a 50% discount

Highguard failed because it didn't use what made ARC Raiders great — and if it did, it might have had a better chance

Had the development team behind Highguard followed a few key steps that made ARC Raiders great, they might have had a chance.

Laffgaff

Which weapon is most synonymous with the Adeptus Astartes in the Warhammer 40k universe?

The Bolter.

New Tennis Player

A new tennis player goes to the library and asks for books about aces. "No way", says the librarian, "You won't return them."

Itsfoss

Serious About Learning Linux? Get 15 O'Reilly Linux and DevOps eBooks for Under $25

From command line to Kubernetes and Terraform, this bundle covers a lot!