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Burnham invites Tories and Lib Dems to social care talks
In a speech, the PM is expected to say finding common ground across party lines will be key to fixing social care.
Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct when they were teenagers
The actor and musician faces allegations from 10 women in total who say he mistreated them as teenagers.
Polanski says guillotine re-post was mistake but refuses to apologise
The Green leader re-posted a photo of a man wearing a guillotine t-shirt and the name Nigel.
The evidence that shows today's 20-somethings really do have it worse
People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.
'No safe options' for thousands sheltering in key Sudan city as RSF fighters advance
International leaders have issued warnings the RSF may be preparing to attack the city, raising fears of further atrocities being committed.
Report on Jewish diaspora finds biggest rise in antisemitism in UK
The report also says 2025 was the deadliest year for Jews living outside Israel in more than 30 years.
Brits urged to avoid dangerous plug adaptors this summer - what to watch out for
Campaign group Electrical Safety First has urged those "heading abroad this summer to think before they buy".
Iran and US trade strikes, shattering brief lull in fighting
US Central Command says it intercepted "multiple" ballistic missiles fired by Iran.
Burnham has no scope to increase borrowing, think tank warns
The Prime Minister has announced a series of cost-of-living measure since taking office but is facing questions about how he will fund them.
'Don't wait until you want revenge' - why prenups are on the rise
Around one in three young couples are now signing prenups to set out who gets what in the event of divorce.
How Mexican drug cartels have outsourced meth labs to Nigeria
West Africa is becoming increasingly attractive to those who want to make and export illicit drugs.
Amelia Dimoldenberg: I wouldn't invite Andy Burnham on Chicken Shop Date - but I'd love a chat
The YouTube star on helping young creatives, and who she wants (and doesn’t want) on her show.
'Israeli settlers laid siege to our home': Inside a Palestinian village under weekly attack
A home on the edge of al-Mughayyir has become a weekly frontline in the battle for the occupied West Bank.
The Papers: 'Workers face new tax' and 'Fury over Fifa plan'
"New tax" could fund social care shake-up and Fifa chief's World Cup "sell-off" plan lead Wednesday's papers.
The moment Tuesday's powerful earthquake hit Japan
Video shows locations across the region where a strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July.
Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots
The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.
Bystander video shows teen lifeguard's dramatic ocean rescue
The 16-year-old lifeguard rescued a 10-year-old who had been swept offshore at a California beach.
Zelensky and Netanyahu meet Trump as wars in Ukraine and Iran drag on
The two leaders sound encouraged after holding back-to-back bilaterals at the White House.
Ghana mourns its tallest man - a 'generous and popular giant'
Sulemana Abdul Samed, who was diagnosed with gigantism several years ago, has died at the age of 33.
Mysterious deaths of 14 elephants in Kenya prompts urgent inquiry
It is the highest number of elephant deaths to be recorded in this area of southern Kenya in decades.
More than half of England in drought, Environment Agency declares
The drought declarations follow an exceptionally hot and dry period, which has hit rivers, crops and nature.
Burnham doesn't rule out tax rises to fix social care
The prime minister holds cross-party talks as he speeds up review of social care in England.
Moment police officers set foot in 'horror scene' funeral home
Police discovered messy side rooms strewn with rubbish at the Legacy funeral home in Hull.
France fire crews face searing heat in battle to contain flames
Firefighters are battling flare-ups in 40C heat, as some locals have refused to heed evacuations in the Gironde region.
Serial killer given whole life orders for murders of two men as police investigate four more deaths
Police are reviewing four unexplained deaths at a homeless shelter where James Desborough stayed.
Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions during US Senate hearing discussing Covid origins
The former top US health official said he feared Republicans could try to trip him up and use his testimony to prosecute him for perjury.
Some tech shares are plunging - what does that mean for the AI revolution?
Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading.
Cyber-attackers take 607,000 records from Department of Education
The DfE says it is working closely with the National Cyber Security Centre and the National Crime Agency.
BBC cancels Blankety Blank, Celebrity Mastermind and Live at the Apollo due to budget cuts
The corporation said it was "incredibly proud" of all three shows, but that it must make savings.
Prince Harry media battle legal bill expected to cost millions
Earlier this month, a judge ruled against a group - which includes the Duke of Sussex and Sir Elton John - after they sued the Daily Mail's publisher.
Pictures show scale of drought across England as rivers dry up
Parks are parched and reservoirs diminished as drought is declared in more than half of England.
'Every day I'm just winging it': The families hoping for social care reform
As Andy Burnham outlines his aim to overhaul social care, BBC News speaks to the families caring for loved ones.
Three ways that today's 20-somethings really do have it worse than their parents
People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.
'I'm fortunate I survived a stage 4 diagnosis when so many didn't make it'
Diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer 10 years ago, aged 37, Lynette McHendry has defied the odds to face down the disease.
Two firefighters die in Crete as wildfires threaten parts of southern Europe
Gale-force winds have whipped up the flames prompting the evacuation of several villages on the island, as parts of the continent also continue to tackle fires.
Oscar-winning songwriter Glen Hansard killed in crash
Hansard, who was 56, won the best song Oscar for the 2007 low-budget musical film Once.
Teenage Norwegian 'hitman' guilty of UK murder plot
Johannes Natland travelled to Huddersfield to carry out a 'hit' in March last year.
Russell T Davies says death of late husband has been his 'greatest loss'
The Doctor Who writer spoke about the death of Andrew Smith, who died in 2018 from a brain tumour.
Saudi Arabia joins US in strikes on Iran-backed militias in Iraq
US Central Command says proxy groups launched attacks against US bases and Saudi energy infrastructure.
Boy, 7, dies in hospital after beach tragedy
Musa Ahmed is the third person to die after getting into difficulty in the water last Wednesday.
Man accused of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor threat faces December trial
Alex Jenkinson, 39, is accused of causing the former Duke of York to "fear unlawful violence" as he walked his dogs.
Bournemouth Echo
Football club raise more than £500 for two-year-old battling cancer at friendly
More than £500 was raised for a two-year-old who is battling an aggressive form of cancer at a pre-season friendly between Bashley and Dorchester Town.
Remembering Woolco, the American-style superstore that was Britain's biggest
Before mega-malls took over weekends, This was Woolco, a retail giant that changed British shopping by bringing US-style superstore shopping to the edge of Bournemouth, and for a generation of shoppers, it was magnificent.
NHS manager who accidentally showed colleague porn on his phone wins payout
An NHS communications manager who was unfairly dismissed after colleagues complained he behaved inappropriately has had his compensation reduced by 90% after an Employment Tribunal found he would likely have lost his job anyway.
The best places across Hampshire and Dorset to watch the sun go down
As summer evenings linger on longer, the search for the perfect spot to watch a glowing sunset has grown increasingly popular.
Nearly 50 MPs back Poole campaign against proposed immigration changes
Nearly 50 parliamentarians are backing a Poole MP's campaign against proposed changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) rules.
24 hour charity beach volleyball match to hit Bournemouth beach next month
A 24 hour beach volleyball marathon is set to take place in on Bournemouth beach next month in support of a charity which boosts access sport across the South West.
Poole start-up gets government backing for tracker — but must secure more funding
A Poole start-up that has developed a tracker that locates loved ones has received government backing to launch the product.
Ryanair refuse to refund passengers after flight diverted to Stansted in early hours
A couple whose Ryanair flight was diverted from Bournemouth to Stansted have not been reimbursed a single penny after they were forced to arrange their own transport back to Dorset.
Residents call for parking permits as fines hit carers and visitors
Calls have been made for a residents’ parking scheme to help families, visitors and carers.
Laptop and phone stolen during morning burglary
A laptop and phone were reportedly stolen during a burglary in Swanage.
Taste of Bengal restaurant shortlisted for prestigious international award
Asian food lovers are in for a treat as a Bournemouth-based restaurant has been shortlisted for the International Asian Restaurant Awards in recognition of its culinary excellence.
Fraudsters exploit hot weather with fake water company messages
Scammers are exploiting the hot weather and hosepipe bans to target the public with convincing new fraud attempts.
Lorry driver pleads guilty to killing 17-year-old boy in Poole crash
A lorry driver who ran over and killed a teenage boy in Poole last year has pleaded guilty.
Travel adaptors sold on Amazon, eBay and TikTok found to pose safety risk
Thousands of travel adaptors sold online on places like eBay and TikTok have been found to pose serious safety risks by Electrical Safety First
Child in serious condition after being kicked by pony in New Forest
A child is in a serious condition after a pony kicked them in the New Forest
Technical education reforms to give young people clearer skilled career routes
Under reforms announced by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, secondary school pupils will be able to study technical subjects
Spine-tingling Halloween trail set to return to Hampshire
A spine-tingling adventure is making a return to Hampshire this autumn.
'Obsessive and jealous man' killed love rival after humiliation, jury told
The jury in the trial of a man accused of murdering a love rival with a samurai sword in Somerset has retired to decide its verdict
LIVE: Emergency lane closure following gas leak on busy road
There is an emergency lane closure in Poole because of a gas leak
Here is how residents can take advantage of new BCP LIFE card
A new council scheme offering discounts for town centre parking, ice-creams and activities has been launched
Sausage dog attack dispute ends in alleged assault leaving woman, 63, hospitalised
A woman was taken to hospital after a dog owner allegedly punched her in the face and stomach, breaking her tooth and accusing her of kicking her dogs.
Man on trial for Somerset murder claims victim impaled himself after falling
Michael Bretton, on trial accused of the murder of Craig Hurcombe, told a jury he died after impaling himself on a metal shaft
Dorset Police arrest people over drugs, indecent exposure and uninsured driving
Dorset Police have made a series of arrests and interventions including a suspected drug deal, an uninsured vehicle, an indecent exposure incident and an animal welfare check as part of what they describe as efforts to ensure a “safe summer”.
Plan to boost tourism with more diverse attractions backed by Dorset Council
A PLAN to boost tourism for Dorset over a longer period of the year with more diverse attractions has won the backing of Dorset Council.
Plea to help tackle youth unemployment not taken up by Dorset Council
A PLEA for a round-table conference to help tackle youth unemployment in the county has not been taken up by Dorset Council.
Family-run Ferndown automotive specialist celebrating 95th anniversary this year
Aston Service Dorset Ltd is a world-renowned, family-run automotive specialist that holds a highly unique place in British motoring history
Warning for Bournemouth Airport passengers with main road closed from today
Passenger alert!
A1 Care publishes latest home care vacancies
Home care specialist, AI Care, releases career opportunities in Bournemouth and Dorchester
Teaching assistant jailed after sending sexual messages to teenage girls
A teaching assistant and martial arts instructor from Southampton has been jailed for six years after admitting a series of sexual offences involving teenage girls.
Traffic updates as Wessex Way partially blocked after crash
A crash has been reported this morning near the LV roundabout in Poole.
Mentor completes 630-mile walk to support young people in alternative education
Tony Finlay has completed the 630-mile South West Coast Path to support summer camp opportunities for those outside mainstream schooling.
Dorset beats Cornwall to become UK's most-filmed coastal region, study reveals
New research shows Dorset has featured in more major films, television dramas and streaming productions than any other UK coastal region over the past 20 years.
Women set to take part in topless swim challenge to support local air ambulance
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance's DARE to BARE topless swim is taking place in less than 1 month at Vobster Quay on August 23.
1,380 students graduate from Arts University Bournemouth at Bournemouth Pavilion
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) celebrated the Class of 2026 in a two-day event at the Bournemouth Pavilion on July 23 and July 24.
Photographer behind moving Ukrainian exhibition to talk at Dorset museum event
Iryna Sozanska will host an in-conversation evening on August 20, at the Museum of East Dorset, part of an event featuring her exhibition Occupied / Unoccupied
Local mental health campaign brings 'Walk for Life' to Bournemouth and Swanage
Local Mental Health Campaign Brings "Walk for Life" to Bournemouth and Swanage on September 19 and September 20
New Forest bakery once again recognised by trusted food and drink awards scheme
New Forest Shortbread has won four Great Taste Awards in 2026, earning praise from judges for its traditional methods and unique flavours.
Sponsors and supporters help give New Forest young carers a summer to remember
The 2026 New Forest Young Carers Summer Programme, organised by Community First, runs from late July to the end of August.
New Dorset arts centre campaign encourages people to leave a gift in their will
Lighthouse Poole has launched the initiative to inspire supporters to consider leaving a gift in their will, helping secure the long-term future of the centre.
Speed indicator device vandalised and out of action for repairs
A community speed indicator device has been vandalised for the second time in recent weeks.
Hendy Land Rover to help celebrate local producers at South Coast Wine Festival
Hendy Land Rover is set to showcase its latest models at the South Coast Wine Festival, taking place at Highcliffe Castle from August 14 to 16.
Wimborne schoolchildren help company celebrate 25 years with poster competition
Guardall, a family-run business in Wimborne, marked its 25th anniversary with a home safety poster competition, inviting pupils from local schools to take part.
Bon appétit! New Forest care home to host food festival for community next month
Sway Place care home in Church Lane, Sway, will host the food festival on August 6 from 11.30am to 3pm as part of Care UK's 'A Taste of Home' initiative
Diverse Abilities announces date and Grease theme for monthly SEND club night
Diverse Abilities is due to host Limitless, a popular monthly club night fixture at Bournemouth's Bar Coast on Old Christchurch Road, on Friday, August 14.
Tops Day Nurseries Wimborne celebrates 25 years of caring for children
Tops Day Nurseries Wimborne marked its 25th birthday with a party on July 21, welcoming children, parents, former pupils and members of the local community.
Spectacular stunt team gallops into action at New Forest Show
A dazzling display of horse riding skills wowed spectators on the opening day of the New Forest and Hampshire County Show
The Candid Divorce Lawyer column: Quietly quitting a marriage
When people hear that a couple is divorcing, they often presume something sensational has happened: an affair, blazing rows, or even abuse.
Parts of the UK - including Dorset - declared to be suffering from a 'flash drought'
Parts of the UK are experiencing a 'flash drought', as it enters its fourth heatwave following a dry May and June.
Formula 1
Why Norris' Hungarian GP win is good news for F1 bettors
With a third team and fifth different driver standing on the top step of the podium in Budapest, the betting markets are about to get more competitive.
Honda’s updated power unit debuts in Aston Martin filming day
Honda’s new-specification power unit has run on-track for the first time during an Aston Martin filming day in Hungary, in preparation for its planned race debut at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Three drivers in action at Pirelli tyre test in Hungary
While many in F1 are embarking on their summer break, three drivers and teams have been participating in tyre testing at the Hungaroring.
Bearman admits he cannot wait years for Ferrari call
While Ferrari remains his ultimate goal, Ollie Bearman says he is happy to continue his development at Haas as he weighs up his long-term future.
The incredible statistics behind the 2026 F1 season to date
Formula 1 entered a new era in 2026, with overhauled regulations, debutant teams and rookie drivers all featuring – and serving up plenty of entertainment for fans across 11 action-packed rounds from Australia in early-March to Hungary last weekend.
Domenicali reflects on ‘fascinating’ season so far
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, has shared his thoughts on the 2026 season so far, as well as looking ahead to the sport's future plans.
Celebrating Alonso's birthday with his funniest moments
To celebrate Fernando Alonso's birthday, let’s look back on some of the two-time World Champions funniest moments
Windows Central
Microsoft’s accessibility push remains the single best part of covering Windows 11
The latest Windows 11 build brings Voice Isolation to Voice Access and instant Braille display support, proving once again that accessibility tools end up making life easier for everyone.
Xbox Helix and Steam — and why it no longer makes sense
One of the coolest new features of the next-gen Xbox is the promise of PC-like openness. But ... does it still make sense from a strategic point of view? Does it still fit Xbox's wider plan under Asha? Let's discuss.
Xbox and PlayStation have both proved our impending all-digital future is going to be awful
Both Xbox and PlayStation have suffered major outages in the last few days, which is a really awesome precursor to our all-digital future.
After years of PC-building snobbery, I'm ready to admit pre-builts are no longer taboo — Here's why I'm rethinking my DIY stance
Pre-built gaming PCs used to have a very bad reputation, especially amongst those who put together their own systems. But with skewed component markets, a focus on quality, and far fewer proprietary parts, I think it's high time to rethink the pre-built PC taboo.
The dark state of gaming has been mentally clawing at me — but this early‑access Xbox‑on‑PC hack‑and‑slash snapped me out of it
I was recently gifted an Xbox on PC copy of the early access version of Tears of Metal, a roguelite hack-and-slash inspired by Dynasty Warriors that's coming soon to Xbox consoles, and I'm loving what I'm seeing thus far.
Final Fantasy XIV's new 'Bastion' Job makes World of Warcraft's tank classes look lame. Here's how I think Blizzard should fix WoW to respond.
I had recently caught wind of Final Fantasy 14's newest Tank role Job called the 'Bastion'. As a World of Warcraft player, I'm extremely jealous of this Job because it looks much cooler than the Tank Classes WoW has to offer. So I believe it's time that Blizzard took note of Square Enix's work and added new Tank jobs that take advantage of Warcraft's unique lore and setting to entice people to play it more.
A cheap ergonomic mouse just showed me what the MX Vertical has been missing all along (and exposed its biggest flaw)
The ProtoArc EM11 Pro nails horizontal scrolling and quiet clicking, but its awkward grip keeps the Logitech MX Vertical on my desk.
I've used these 7 shortcuts in Windows 11 more than anything else — stop using Ctrl+Alt+Del and learn something better
My essential shortcuts speed up OS setup, fix common issues, and streamline everyday tasks, all turning you into a Windows 11 power user.
I spoke with the developer behind Endstate, a new app that fixes one of the worst parts of setting up a fresh Windows PC
I spoke with the developer of Endstate, a new free and open-source tool for Windows 11 that uses WinGet and Chocolatey to reinstall your apps and modules to restore your customized settings.
Samsung proves Microsoft was wrong to give up on Surface Duo so quickly: The new Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the Surface Duo 3 of my dreams
After getting some hands-on time with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, I can't help by feel mournful over what could have been with Surface Duo.
Double Fine Productions regained freedom from Xbox, but not without a sacrifice that reminds us that this industry has become a cruel and tiring place
In the wake of Xbox's controversial restructuring, Double Fine Productions managed to avoid potential closure and become independent again, but not without laying off 23 staff members to secure its future.
Microsoft’s new Surface Pro finally feels worth its price — Snapdragon X2 models get massive $450 back-to-school cut
Back‑to‑school deals take up to $450 off the latest Surface Pro models, including Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Plus configurations. Here’s a breakdown of the best prices and which versions offer the strongest value.
This JLab mouse is described as a smarter buy than some top-rated picks — with its more affordable price, it's easy to see why
If you're looking for a new high-performing but affordable mouse to help you browse the web, sort out documents, and play games on the side, then you may want to take a gander at JLab's Epic Wireless Mouse that's receiving rave user reviews on Best Buy.
I've used the same Dell PC monitor for work and gaming for nearly a decade and I still can't find one to beat it
The temptation to upgrade your PC tech is always there as things get faster and more powerful. But in the case of my monitor, I'm still as happy with my Dell almost a decade after I bought it.
I love the Monster Hunter series, but "Wilds" bored me — here's how the upcoming Ascendance DLC can fix this flawed RPG
Monster Hunter Wilds had a rough launch with flawed performance and gameplay that took a year of patches to mostly fix. However, there's still plenty to improve, which will hopefully be addressed in the DLC expansion. So here is my wishlist of gameplay improvements I want to see in Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance.
Quote of the day by Phil Spencer: "A future where every screen is an Xbox" — Halo: Campaign Evolved on PS5 proves why Asha Sharma had to abandon a flawed plan
Phil Spencer once envisioned an Xbox on every screen. Here is why new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma had to abandon that multiplatform strategy and double down on dedicated console hardware.
Laffgaff
What does the Beaufort scale measure?
Wind speed.
USB Drive Inventor
The inventor of the USB drive has died. Thanks for all the memory.
Itsfoss
Good News Gamers! GOG is Officially Coming to Linux
They have hired someone to bring the GOG GALAXY client to the platform.
Ubuntu Now Has a Rolling Release Model! But Not For The Distro
A new virtualization stack is being introduced that gets updated every six months.