BBC News
Watch: England fans cheer each goal in exhilarating opener
Supporters for both sides turned out in droves to watch England v Croatia in their opening match of the World Cup.
US and Iranian presidents sign deal aiming to end war
The fate of Iran's nuclear programme, a key reason cited by the US for starting the conflict, is still to be negotiated.
Cervical cancer deaths in England fall to zero in young women given vaccine
A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008.
Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.
ChatGPT can be made to generate sexualised and violent images, researchers find
But researchers say its still possible to trick the AI chatbot into producing graphic content.
Polls set to open in Makerfield by-election
There are 14 candidates vying to be the Greater Manchester constituency's new MP.
Interest rates expected to be held by Bank of England
The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.
The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35
Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC.
Apple to raise prices as AI boom pushes up chip costs
The firm's outgoing boss Tim Cook did not say when prices will rise or which products will be affected.
'I buried my parents one day after the other' - Ebola mourners learn how to grieve safely
A cemetery at the epicentre of the outbreak is rapidly filling up, however large traditional funerals have been scrapped.
US-Iran deal leaves core sticking points unresolved - and a $300bn question
Trump has insisted the deal ensures that Iran will never buy, develop or produce a nuclear weapon. But text of the agreement falls short of that.
What's in the US-Iran agreement?
The 14-paragraph memo includes an end to fighting, an agreement that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon, and a $300bn redevelopment package for Iran.
Ancient 'Robin Hood' tree is dead, experts say
The Major Oak is thought to have stood for more than 1,000 years in the heart of Nottinghamshire's Sherwood Forest.
The Papers: US-Iran deal and England's World Cup win
The BBC, along with other broadcasters, is not allowed to report details of campaigning while the polls are open.
An ultra-rare Star Wars Lego collection went missing - it's sparked viral conspiracies
Bricks & Figs shops around the US have been receiving threats due to the missing Star Wars Lego set, the company says.
UN human rights experts demand release of British couple jailed in Iran
They said proceedings against Lindsay and Craig Foreman had been marked by grave irregularities.
Bird flu kills more than 75% of baby seals on remote Australian island, study finds
Scientists say 13,000 southern elephant seal pups on Heard Island have died of the H5N1 strain.
MI5 boss declares himself a Slow Horses fan
Sir Ken McCallum says he is a fan of the show that has been described as the anti-James Bond.
Teenager dies in horse-drawn carriage accident in New York
The horse bolted and toppled over after the carriage driver stepped down to take a picture of the passengers.
BBC announces 550 job cuts as first part of £500m savings plan
In an email to staff, the corporation laid out proposals for the initial 200 job losses in the news division.
Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after boy injured in crocodile enclosure
A three-year-old boy was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital with critical injuries and is in a stable condition, Cambridgeshire Police said.
Bowen: US-Iran deal raises inescapable question of what the war was for
While the human cost is clear, the Iranian regime has not just survived the war, it has been empowered.
Teacher who murdered adopted baby son Preston Davey given whole life prison sentence
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.
Moscow residents complain of black rain after largest Ukrainian attack hits oil refinery
A refinery and a shopping centre burned after almost 200 Ukrainian drones struck an area to the south-east of the Russian capital.
'Do not travel' advice for Dubai dropped
Thousands of Brits were left stranded in the Middle East when the US-Iran war broke out in early 2026.
Vulnerable patients' lives made 'miserable' by abuse, Muckamore inquiry finds
The long-awaited final report is expected to reveal the extent of the mistreatment of patients at the hospital.
Hegseth renews Nato criticism and says US will review presence in Europe
The US defence secretary's move follows a US decision to scale back its commitments to a high readiness force within the alliance.
GTA 6 pre-order date and cover art revealed by Rockstar
The developer has said pre-sales of the hugely anticipated game will begin on 25 June.
Bostonians bemused as Scotland fans decorate city's statues with traffic cones
The practice is familiar to anyone from Glasgow, where the Duke of Wellington statue has been wearing a jaunty orange hat since the 1980s.
Weapons, money and ships: How is this Iran deal different from others?
BBC Verify examines how the new deal between the US and Iran affects three key areas.
The twisted life of teacher who killed his adopted son
Jamie Varley, 37, subjected Preston Davey to months of horrific physical, sexual and emotional abuse.
'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots
As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.
'Stunningly beautiful' blue sea creatures appear on Welsh beaches
Velella velella, or by-the-wind sailors, have been spotted on beaches at Anglesey, Gwynedd and Tenby.
First Russian shadow fleet tanker enters Channel since Smyrtos boarding
Forwarder, a Russian-flagged ship which left port in Primorsk last week, entered the Channel on Wednesday evening.
Men jailed for spying for Chinese intelligence in UK
One, a Border Force official, used his access to Home Office data, to get information about Chinese dissidents.
Voters head to the polls for Makerfield by-election
There are 14 candidates vying to be the Greater Manchester constituency's new MP.
Pro-Palestinian protesters trial ends in hung jury
The four defendants admit breaking into the Moog factory, but deny criminal damage.
Body found in landing gear of plane at Gatwick
Emergency services are called after airport staff made the discovery on an Air Arabia craft.
Bournemouth Echo
Retired pub landlady pours first pint in more than two decades
A former pub landlady has fulfilled a long-held wish and returned behind a bar, pulling a pint for the first time in 26 years
Cherries fans can subscribe as club builds up to first European campaign
While much of the focus is on the World Cup, the Cherries are continuing to build up to their first campaign in Europe, and fans can subscribe to the Daily Echo with an exclusive offer of £3 for 3 months or save over 50% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion.
Small pebble beach near Swanage has misleading mystical name
But the truth behind Swanage’s affectionately self-effacing Monkey Beach holds a very different kind of maritime magic.
Christchurch 'bomb' pair had 'RPG and crossbows', court hears
A Christchurch pair arrested on weapons charges were allegedly in possession of an RPG, multiple crossbows and firearms, a court has heard.
Two charged with firearms and explosives offences in Christchurch ‘bomb’ probe
Two people from Christchurch have been charged with firearms and explosives offences after a "bomb" probe was launched earlier this week.
Drugs, fights, shoplifting - Bournemouth Triangle has 'become Wild West'
Business owners have flagged concerns about an “increase in illegal drug usage” in the Bournemouth Triangle — which they say is “driving customers away”
Teenage boxer from Bournemouth strikes gold for England at championships
Bournemouth teenage boxer Lydia Page, 14, who trains at Arena Boxing Club, has secured gold for England at the Four Nations Championships.
Jet2 launches new Norway and Fjords programme for next year from Bournemouth
Jet2 has launched a Norway and Fjords programme from Bournemouth Airport, giving customers the chance to enjoy a holiday to a spectacular destination.
Historic Bournemouth pub reopens to the public following six-figure makeover
Doors to the historic and much-loved 19th century Richmond pub, owned by Greene King, in Bournemouth have reopened following a six-figure refurbishment.
Tom Hayes welcomes new BCP Youth Hub that will offer young people 'more support'
A new Youth Hub is set to open in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole as part of the Labour Government’s £2.5 billion Youth Guarantee.
Couple hit with £400 costs and daily queues after 'bomb' prompts evacuation
A couple have spent £400 on hotel stays and are forced to queue daily for access to their home after a ‘bomb’ and firearms were allegedly found in a neighbour’s home, sparking evacuations.
Hamworthy fire station recommended for reprieve from closure
Eight fire stations have been recommended for a reprieve from closure.
'If it isn’t broken, why try and fix it?': Sparks at the BIC Review
Legendary duo Sparks captivate UK fans in 2026 with hits old and new from their acclaimed album 'Mad!', highlighting Russell's falsetto and Ron's showmanship.
Searches after concern for welfare of man in Bournemouth
Searchers are being carried out after concern was raised for the welfare of a man in Bournemouth.
Bournemouth restaurant could lose licence over illegal workers
A Bournemouth restaurant faces losing its licence after illegal workers were found at the premises
Bicycles worth 'thousands' are stolen from garage
Dorset Police officers are appealing for information after two high-value bicycles were stolen in Poole and are issuing advice to bike owners.
Man accused of multiple Bournemouth rapes pleads not guilty
A Bournemouth man accused of raping a woman multiple times has pleaded not guilty.
Council’s adult health and social care services 'require improvement'
The council’s adult health and social care services have been rated as “requires improvement” by inspectors
Man, 19, released under investigation after firearm search
A man who was arrested after he reportedly was in possession of a firearm and an offensive weapon has been released under investigation, the police has said.
Post office’s plans to start selling alcohol sparks backlash from residents
A post office’s bid to sell alcohol is facing strong opposition from residents.
Hunt for attackers continue after teen ‘stabbed’ in car
Police continue to hunt for alleged attackers after a teenager was reportedly threatened, assaulted, and then stabbed.
Military flypast taking place this weekend
An exciting additional display has been added to a weekend-long event to celebrating veterans across Dorset which returns at the end of the week
Man dies after 'medical' incident in Waitrose
A man has died after a "medical" incident in Waitrose in Poole.
Application for BT Street Hub in New Milton refused
A planning application for a new BT Street Hub in New Milton has been refused by New Forest District Council.
Planning appeal for BT Street Hub outside M&S Food dismissed
A planning appeal has been dismissed for the installation of a BT Street Hub and digital advertising screens outside an M&S Food.
'Best news ever': Wetherspoons buys New Forest pub
Wetherspoons is taking over a New Forest pub in a move widely hailed as securing the site's future
Plans to move speed limit buoys in Dorset dropped following public opposition
Plans to move speed limit buoys closer to shore in Swanage and Studland bays have been dropped following strong public opposition, Dorset Council confirmed.
Barclays agrees £55 million refinancing with Dorset brewer Hall & Woodhouse
Barclays has agreed a £55 million refinancing with Hall & Woodhouse, the family‑owned, Dorset brewer and pub operator, which has been brewing since 1777.
Post Office in Dorset officially re-opens under new management
The Okeford Fitzpaine Post Office, based at Okeford Village Stores in Blandford Forum, re-opened on June 15 and is now run by Louise and Mark Beattie.
Christchurch Music Festival toasts exciting new era at star-studded launch
Organisers behind the Christchurch Music Festival gathered sponsors and supporters at the Captain’s Club Hotel & Spa on Friday, June 12.
Fundraising walk for hospice raised a 'phenomenal' £187,000
The Oakhaven Walk 2026, which raised £187,000, will help deliver palliative and end-of-life care to families in the New Forest, Totton, and Waterside areas.
Safeguard Community Support reveals its latest achievements in new Echo column
Safeguard Community Support (SCS) has had an incredibly busy and exciting few months.
Stretch of barren Dorset land transformed into nature haven for wildlife
A piece of barren land in north Dorset has been transformed into a nature haven for people and wildlife, including the rare Greater Horseshoe Bat.
VAT reduction may lead to 'summer of disruption' for businesses, expert says
Temporary reductions in VAT for children’s meals, admissions and family attractions could lead to a summer of disruption for businesses in Dorset, Azets warns.
Village Hotel Club Bournemouth launches new Word Cup fan zone
Village Hotel Club is inviting fans to "watch, eat, drink, stay, and celebrate together" during the World Cup at its fan zones, including in Bournemouth.
Three TV comedians to perform at Bournemouth Pavilion this Friday
The Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club returns to Bournemouth Pavilion on Friday, June 19, at 8pm, featuring TV comedians Dan Evans, Nathan Caton, and Bryan Lacey.
'Caring and sharing' as happiness points the way at Ferndown care home
Amberwood House in Ferndown encouraged residents and staff to dress in bright colours, sing, and dance to music inspired by World Happiness Day.
New pan-Asian restaurant to open in Bournemouth town centre
A new pan-Asian restaurant is set to open in Bournemouth town centre later this summer, replacing a former Mexican venue.
Police 'will not be complacent' with drug-related activity in Bournemouth Triangle
Dorset Police say they will “not be complacent” when tackling anti-social behaviour in the Bournemouth Triangle. This comes after businesses and residents in the Triangle have told the Echo that the area has become like the “Wild West”, claiming there has been an increase in drug-related activity.
Nostalgic steam rally and family weekend to return to Dorset this month
The 'Roads to Rail' steam rally from Swanage Railway will take place from June 26 to June 28 near Norden station and Purbeck Park
Wimborne man jailed for beating woman - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Popular polo beach event returns to Sandbanks Beach next month
SandPolo, now in its 19th year, returns to Sandbanks Beach on July 10 and 11, blending international polo with live entertainment on the Dorset coast.
Wimborne nursery 'thrilled' with latest Ofsted inspection result
Tops Wimborne, on Leigh Road, achieved the "Expected Standard" across all six areas assessed in its latest Ofsted inspection.
Dorset care scheme offering adults the chance to live more independent lives
Officers from Dorset Council’s Shared Lives team are running engagement and activity sessions to show how the scheme can support increased independence.
International cheerleading competition returns to Bournemouth venue this month
Future Cheer’s International Cheerleading Competition returns to Bournemouth International Centre from June 26 to June 28, marking its 17th consecutive year.
Dorset business leaders gather for first of new free seminar series
More than a dozen owner-managers attended a free breakfast seminar in Bournemouth organised by accountancy and financial services firm Ward Goodman.
Jack and the Beanstalk panto to come to Dorset venue in December, oh yes it is
Lighthouse Poole will host a new production of Jack and the Beanstalk from December 10 to January 3, promising family fun and festive magic.
Arts University Bournemouth students collaborate with museum in new showcase
Treasure! Lost and Found is now open at Dorset Museum & Art Gallery in collaboration with Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) students from June 13-September 13.
Exciting new chapter for Dorset creators as Dorset Digital Storytellers launches
Dorset Digital Storytellers launched at the Marsham Court Hotel in Bournemouth, marking the next step for a community originally known as Bournemouth Bloggers.
Poole school recognised for its continuous commitment to sport and exercise
Ocean Academy in Poole has held the platinum-level School Games Mark for three consecutive years, earning praise from Neil Duncan-Jordan MP.
Dorset-born firefighter saving lives in Australia honoured in King's Birthday list
A Dorset man who lives in Australia has been recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours List for his service to saving lives across the world
Government
Short-term Leases (Disclosure of Information) Bill [HL]
A Bill to confer powers on local authorities to require information from short-term rental property owners.
Work Experience (Schools) Bill
A Bill to make provision about work experience for pupils in secondary education.
Hospice Funding Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to publish proposals relating to the funding by integrated care boards of medicines and pharmacy services for patients in hospices; and for connected purposes.
Coastal Communities (Health) Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State, in exercising functions in relation to the health service, to have regard to the need to reduce inequalities between people in coastal and inland areas; to require the Secretary of State to prepare and publish a strategy for improving the health and wellbeing of coastal communities and for reducing health inequalities between people in coastal and inland areas; to require the Secretary of State to report annually to Parliament on the implementation of that strategy; and for connected purposes.
Child-like Sexual Abuse Dolls (Offences) Bill
A Bill to make certain acts involving child-like sexual abuse dolls an offence; to make provision for the seizure and forfeiture of such items; and for connected purposes.
Planning (Solar Power Generation) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the granting of planning permission and development consent in respect of the building or installation of provision for solar power generation on agricultural land; and for connected purposes.
Cancer (Reporting and Strategy) Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to report annually to Parliament on performance in relation to specified targets and measures relating to cancer and to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer; to require the Government to publish a strategy for improving cancer outcomes; and for connected purposes.
Relationships and Sex Education (Further Education Sector) Bill
A Bill to make provision about relationships and sex education in the further education sector.
Automated Online Software (Access and Transparency) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the registration of operators of specified automated online software; to make provision about duties on those operators with regard to the functions of that software, including in relation to accessing online material published by persons other than the operator; and for connected purposes.
Group-based Child Sexual Offences (Mandatory Life Sentences) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the sentencing of offenders convicted of serious sexual crimes against children committed as part of a group; to require that whole life orders are the starting point for adult offenders; to require minimum terms for young adult and child offenders; and for connected purposes.
Fireworks Bill
A Bill to make provision about fireworks; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Vasseur urges Ferrari to ‘stay calm’ amid title talk
Fred Vasseur has explained how he will be trying to keep Ferrari “calm” as the 2026 campaign develops, after Lewis Hamilton’s breakthrough win for the team generated talk of a championship challenge.
Where Hamilton now ranks among the oldest GP winners
Lewis Hamilton recently secured his maiden Grand Prix victory with Ferrari at the age of 41 – who does he join on the list of oldest race winners?
Mercedes reveal unusual issue that impacted Russell in Spain
Mercedes have shared how George Russell was battling a “very, very oversteery” car in the closing stages of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, due to an “incorrect” balance adjustment during his final pit stop.
Coulthard assesses Hamilton’s chances of 2026 title push
Former F1 driver turned television pundit David Coulthard believes that Lewis Hamilton is back to his best – and has a genuine shot at fighting for the 2026 world title – following the Briton’s breakthrough win for Ferrari in Barcelona.
Windows Central
"We are nearing the final delivery of patch notes": Bungie signals Destiny 2's "last string of hotfixes" are near as the devs prepare to end the game
Destiny 2 dev Bungie has indicated support for the game will soon wind down as the studio prepares to "get into its last string of hotfixes."
"Microsoft and Xbox really hate their own customers": Xbox is porting two classic Call of Duty games to PlayStation, but haven't announced needed fixes for Xbox, PC
Xbox's Call of Duty developer Treyarch has announced that its classic Black Ops and Black Ops 2 games will soon get modern PlayStation ports.
"It’s going to be significant": Reports claim Destiny 2 dev Bungie will soon face major layoffs and leadership departures after its final update
Shortly after Destiny 2's final content update, it's been reported that its developer Bungie will soon experience a "significant" wave of layoffs.
The Surface Pro 12 isn't the Surface Pro 12-inch: Microsoft's naming scheme has reached peak chaos
Microsoft just dropped its latest Surface hardware, but a confusing cocktail of overlapping generation numbers, hidden specs, and physical screen sizes means the average buyer will have no idea what they’re actually purchasing.
DDR3 RAM should be dirt cheap in 2026, but the market has other ideas — here’s what’s going on
DDR3 RAM prices continue to rise in 2026 alongside DDR4 and DDR5, and the reason why is a bit more involved than simple trickle-down effects. Here's a look at the cause and effect behind the old memory's resurgence.
I tried Bus Simulator 27 on PC, and it's a super relaxing game... Until it just isn't
Bus Simulator 27 could be a seriously chilled out game to play if its new demo is anything to go by, but there's still work that needs to be done.
Dell's new XPS 13 laptop is shockingly expensive in the UK, killing its primary appeal against Apple's budget MacBook Neo
Dell's new XPS 13 laptop is available for $699 in the United States, but buyers in the United Kingdom aren't treated to a fair conversion of that launch price.
"Microsoft had already planned to sunset": Xbox showed Senua at Xbox Games Showcase to "help draw investor interest" to Ninja Theory before studio closure
Microsoft and Xbox showed Ninja Theory's new Hellblade game Senua at Xbox Games Showcase to "help draw investor interest" ahead of plans to close it.
Steve Ballmer called Google Chrome a "rounding error" — 17 years later, Internet Explorer is dead, and Microsoft Edge can barely catch up
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer underestimated Google Chrome. Seventeen years later, Edge is still trying to catch up, and Internet Explorer is gone with the wind.
You can buy an Xbox Series X, PS5, and Switch 2 for less than the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ — It feels to me like the handheld PC gaming era is over
MSI's new Claw 8 EX AI+ is a beauty with the best performance I've ever seen in a gaming handheld, but at $1,799, gamers can get a whole lot more value elsewhere. Like, say, three modern consoles.
Grand Theft Auto VI pre-order date is finally, officially revealed for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 — Rockstar's biggest GTA yet
Rockstar Games has revealed Grand Theft Auto 6 will finally be open for pre-orders on June 25, 2026 while showing off the game's official cover art.
The MOST-wanted new Xbox Backward Compatible game is not what I expected — is Xbox sitting on a nostalgic Gen-Z goldmine?
With Gen-Z now hitting their 20s, it should perhaps come as no surprise that Skylanders and Spyro are suddenly a hot topic once again. Xbox has a huge opportunity here, will they rise to meet it?
Why Microsoft Authenticator ditched multiple-choice logins
Microsoft Authenticator is replacing multiple-choice prompts with manual number entry. While it slashes hacker guessing odds by 33x, the update is designed to stop accidental pocket-approvals and notification spam attacks.
Microsoft kills mandatory MSA Edge sign‑in after years of complaints, and Google login support will arrive in July
After years of complaints, Microsoft Edge will support Google account sign‑in, removing the mandatory Microsoft account requirement.
"The details are inaccurate": Oracle denies $3 billion Microsoft cloud deal collapse over security and compliance concerns
Reports claim Microsoft ditched a $3 billion Oracle cloud deal over compliance issues, though Oracle disputes the collapse.
PSA: Steam's most popular PC background app was reportedly infected with malware via Wallpaper Engine's workshop
One of Steam Workshop's most downloaded apps, the Wallpaper Engine, has been reported as being weaponized by hackers and infecting its wallpapers with malware that can be used to hijack unsuspecting Steam users' accounts and steal their private info.
Gears of War: E-Day revs up hype with a playable demo at Gamescom's upcoming Xbox FanFest, along with tech presentations
Gears of War: E-Day has news that the public will get their first chance to play it at Gamescom 2026 as one of the activities hosted by the returning Xbox FanFest. In addition, Gears of War: E-Day showed off more gameplay footage and cinematics at Unreal Fest Chicago.
Laffgaff
What is the common name for myopia?
Shortsightedness or nearsightedness.
Cake Stereo
I've got a fantastic stereo made of cake. It's a gateau blaster.
Itsfoss
KDE Plasma 6.7 Release Resurrects Two Themes From the KDE 4 Era
The release also brings per-screen virtual desktops and Union, a new CSS-based theming system.
FOSS Weekly #26.25: AUR Supply Chain Attack, Commodore Phones, SonicDE, Y Server, Kernel 7.1 and More
14 years of It's FOSS thanks you for your support
After the AUR Malware Flood, Yay v13 Lets You Script Your Own Safety Net
The release adds Lua-based hooks alongside a simpler way to see how recently a PKGBUILD was last touched.
Commodore's New Flip Phone Skips Android for Linux-Based Sailfish OS
The Callback 8020 still runs apps made for Android, btw.