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Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped
Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war.
Hamnet's Jessie Buckley and I Swear's Robert Aramayo win big at the Baftas
Brit Aramayo beat US stars such Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet, while One Battle After Another picked up six awards.
Mescal and Abrams go red carpet official, a 'strong language' apology and other key Bafta moments
This year's Bafta Film Awards had it all... A-listers, a touch of royalty, Paddington Bear - and the sun even came out, for what felt like the first time all year.
Billions in SEND funding to make schools in England more inclusive, ministers say
The government is setting out big changes to how children with special educational needs get support.
Mexico's most wanted drug lord 'El Mencho' killed in military operation
Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho", headed one of Mexico's most powerful drug cartels.
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.
Armed man killed after entering secure perimeter of Trump's residence, Secret Service says
The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can when he was killed, officers said. Trump was in Washington DC at the time.
Powerful winter storm slams US northeast as NYC issues travel ban
The nor'easter storm already has left tens of thousands without power and led to thousands of cancelled flights.
Last surviving teacher of Aberfan disaster still remembers faces of the children who died
Mair Morgan says the disaster that killed 144 people remains etched into her memory.
Baftas red carpet: Wunmi Mosaku, Paul Mescal and Teyana Taylor among stars at film awards
Stars of Sinners, Hamnet and One Battle After Another were among big names attending the ceremony.
Watch: Bafta for Buckley, a rare sort of bear and other highlights
One Battle After Another took home best film and Hamnet also saw success in the outstanding British film category.
The winners list in full
One Battle After Another won six awards, followed by I Swear, Sinners and Frankenstein, with three each.
Wunmi Mosaku shows 'ancestral power' with Bafta win
Growing up in Manchester, she is the first black British winner of the supporting actress award.
The Papers: William 'not calm, but carrying on' after Andrew arrest and a Bafta for Buckley
The fallout from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest continues to dominate Monday's papers.
'I thought I was going to die' - Woman calls for tighter weight-loss jabs checks
Emma Dyer says she collapsed on her bathroom floor and began vomiting blood after buying jabs online.
Are you cut out for living and working in Antarctica?
Jobs are available on the icy continent for chefs, plumbers, carpenters and even hairdressers.
The uncertainties facing businesses and consumers after Trump's tariff changes
Businesses say questions remain after US President Donald Trump announced he will impose global tariffs of 15%.
Australian prosecutors consider reopening British girl's cold case disappearance
Cheryl Grimmer's family have been petitioning police to consider the new evidence they say they've found.
How South Korea's democracy rallied after the president tried to impose military rule
Yoon Suk Yeol's life sentence for insurrection "offers a rare example of democratic resilience", experts say.
William in tribute to TikTok medic found dead at barracks
The Prince of Wales has told of his “immense sadness” after 25-year-old Lucy Wilde's death.
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".
How budget fast fashion is taking small-town India by storm
More Indians in small towns are now shopping for affordable brands instead of unlabelled goods in the bazaars.
Kim Jong Un re-appointed leader of North Korea's ruling party
The announcement by the rubber-stamp party congress comes as little surprise.
At least 25 National Guards killed in violence after death of Mexican drug lord
Violence has erupted across Mexico since a powerful drug cartel boss died after being captured by special forces.
BBC sorry for airing racial slur shouted by guest with Tourette's at Baftas
Actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage at the time during the award ceremony in London.
Andrew charged taxpayers for massage services when envoy, claim ex-civil servants
Whistleblower former civil servants claim there was too little scrutiny of Andrew's costs as UK trade envoy.
PM orders ethics investigation into minister over Labour Together claims
Josh Simons ran the think tank when it commissioned a report which investigated the background of a journalist.
Care home boss sexually abused children for decades
A jury hears children were preyed upon by Malcolm Phillips and his assistant for more than 20 years.
PinkPantheress makes history by winning Brit Award for best producer
The pop star is the first woman to be named best producer since the award was created in 1977.
No 10 says 'nothing off the table' over new US tariffs as UK could be among worst hit
Downing Street says discussions are ongoing following US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 15% global tariffs.
Australia backs removing Andrew from royal line of succession
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor remains eighth in line to the throne despite being stripped of his titles.
'Sadistic' pair behind bars for blowing up sheep
Leighton Ashby and Oakley Holland beat the animal to death, then inserted fireworks in its body.
Mescal and Abrams go official, William's 'I'm not calm' comment and other key moments
This year's Bafta Film Awards had it all... A-listers, a touch of royalty, Paddington Bear - and the sun even came out, for what felt like the first time all year.
The key changes being made to special educational needs - at a glance
The government has set out broad changes it will make to the SEND system in England in the coming years.
How cartel leader El Mencho became Mexico's most wanted man - and what his killing means
The BBC's Will Grant examines the power wielded by the Jalisco drug cartel chief, who died after a clash with security forces assisted by US intelligence.
'I saw grown men cry': The 102-year-old kitman's story to be told in film
Charlie O'Leary was the Republic of Ireland kitman, but his influence extends to football across the island.
Steve Rosenberg: Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects
Steve Rosenberg reports on the economic consequences of Russia's war, and how people are coping.
Why has Alan Carr bought a castle and where is it?
The comedian has purchased a castle in the Scottish Borders which comes with 17 bedrooms and its own working railway.
'Confront failure and fix it': Families speak ahead of Nottingham attacks inquiry
Hearings are under way at a public inquiry into attacks in Nottingham that killed three people.
Porn company fined £1.35m by Ofcom over age check failings
Ofcom's £1.35m fine on 8579 LLC is the largest it has levied under the Online Safety Act so far.
Armed man killed after entering secure perimeter of Trump's residence, Secret Service says
The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can when he was killed, officers say, while Trump was in Washington DC at the time.
Reform promises agency to ensure illegal migrant removals
The party's new home affairs spokesman Zia Yusuf says it would be a "burning" priority for a Reform UK government.
Teen guilty of belonging to banned neo-Nazi group
The boy, 16, is also convicted of the possession of terror documents and sharing terror publications.
I put my old tandem up for sale - it ended up with Kenya's national team
Dr Carrie Ruxton was surprised when a Kenyan cyclist got in touch asking if the bike could help her country's paracycling team.
Bournemouth Echo
'There is nothing more heart breaking': Family-run business calls out 'no shows'
A restaurant in Fordingbridge is calling out 'no shows' after five groups that made bookings did not turn up.
'I know BCP Council's tax hike is causing concern'
One of the most rewarding parts of my job as your local MP is the chance to meet amazing volunteers doing their part to make the area better. Whether that’s individuals giving their time to charities, faith leaders providing safe places or residents coming together to start community groups
Disgusted residents speak out after 'horrid' sewage overflows Poole street
RESIDENTS and business owners say they are “disgusted” and “frustrated” by repeated sewage overflows which have left human waste and used toiletries strewn across a road in Poole.
'Massive achievement': Restaurant celebrates 32 years serving generations of families
MORE than three decades after first opening its doors, the owner of an Italian restaurant has talked about building one of Bournemouth’s longest-running restaurants from the ground up.
Multiple TVs stolen from home after windows smashed
Multiple TVs were stolen from a property in Poole after windows were smashed to gain entry.
Historic chained library to open for new season after record year
A chained library in Wimborne Minster is preparing to open for a new season following a record year.
Unlicensed gambling companies like BJ88 set to be blocked from UK sport sponsorship
Unlicensed gambling companies, like Cherries sponsor BJ88, are set to be blocked from sponsoring UK sports teams.
Town centre bar to close permanently next week
A Slug & Lettuce branch is due to be closing in Bournemouth this month.
Man reportedly punched, kicked and hit with bike chain by three attackers
A MAN was reportedly assaulted and struck with a bicycle chain by three attackers.
Student visits parliament to take learning 'beyond the classroom'
STUDENTS from Magna Academy visited house of parliament and watched live debates to take their learning "beyond the classroom."
Teen among three arrested after reported exploitation and drugs offences
Three people were arrested following reported exploitation, class A drug offences, assaulting an emergency worker and the possession of bladed weapons.
Man arrested after car hits railings outside Lighthouse Poole
A man has been arrested after a car collided into railings on Sunday evening outside Lighthouse in Poole.
From Bournemouth to BAFTA: AUB graduate and guest speaker celebrate big wins
Two creatives of AUB were among the winners at the 79th BAFTA awards celebrating the best films of the past year at the London’s Royal Festival Hall.
Spike in vehicle break-ins and attempted burglaries in housing estate
A spike in vehicle break-ins and attempted burglaries targeting sheds and garages has been reported across housing estates in Dorset.
Bournemouth weather forecast welcomes sun amid flood warnings from Met Office
The Met Office has forecast a mild but breezy week with varying weather conditions.
Teenagers attack food delivery rider and steal his bike
A food delivery rider was assault and had his bike stolen by a group of teenagers on Friday night in Bournemouth town centre.
Emergency response at address following 'sudden death' of man in 20s
Multiple emergency vehicles were seen at an address in Poole following the death of a man in his 20s.
Developer may have to remove brick wall after plans refused
A developer may need to remove a brick wall that was built without planning permission after councillors voted to refuse retrospective plans.
Labour budget proposal “a reckless threat to essential services”
Labour’s proposal for BCP Council budget has been called “a reckless threat to essential services”.
Silent Witness star to introduce Jurassic sea monster documentary
Silent Witness star Emilia Fox has been invited to introduce a screening of Pliosaurus – The Discovery of a Monster
Motorist blasts new speed limit signs as 'confusing and misleading'
The introduction of new speed limits on the A35 has drawn criticism from a Wimborne man who says the signage is “unlawful” and misleading
Post Office confirms plan to replace branch after closure
The Post Office has confirmed it is looking to replace its Lyndhurst branch after initially stating it was not looking for a new operator.
Harbour mud used to restore eroded saltmarshes
Dredged mud from a harbour in the New Forest is being used to restore surrounding saltmarsh, in an innovative scheme to protect the local economy and wildlife.
Dog rescued by coastguard after chasing deer in fog
A dog was rescued by the Coastguard over the weekend after it got lost in fog in Swanage when it chased deer.
Record-breaking car set to visit home of Batmobile during US tour
A record-breaking car is set to appear at an internationally-renowned museum during a tour of the United States
Golf club burglary accused charged with escaping police custody
A man has appeared in court accused of burgling a golf club, restuarant and escaping police custody
Bournemouth woman sets sights on Guinness World Record, film and new book
Bournemouth-based author Mattika Westgate (Mattika Silk) unveils £50m feature film, new book, and Guinness World Record bid, celebrating local achievements.
Dorset Police Federation announces Operational Support Officer of the Year
PC Dan Michalski named Operational Support Officer of the Year at the 2026 Dorset Police Federation Awards for managing protests and public order across Dorset.
MP warns that vulnerable children can't be treated as 'cash cows' by investors
An MP is backing a policy for SEND, warning that vulnerable children must not be treated as 'cash cows' by investors.
HR consultant turned frustration into digital diagnostics platform
A Christchurch-based HR consultant has transformed a personal frustration into a new digital platform.
Formula 1
POLL: Who impressed you the most in pre-season testing?
With the Australian Grand Prix weekend approaching, which F1 team stood out to you in pre-season testing this year?
Damon Hill returns to Williams as ambassador
Williams have announced that Damon Hill is returning to the team as an Official Ambassador, 30 years after the Briton won the World Championship with the Grove-based outfit.
Hamilton vows ‘I’m not going anywhere’ ahead of 2026
Lewis Hamilton has promised fans that he is “not going anywhere” as he took a moment to reflect on 2026 pre-season testing, with the Ferrari driver admitting that he is excited for what he has predicted will be “one hell of a season”.
Mueller and Schmitz first women to have corner named after them
Laura Mueller and Hannah Schmitz are set to become the first women to have an F1 circuit corner named after them, with Turn 6 to be dedicated to them at the Australian Grand Prix in celebration of International Women’s Day.
Antonelli admits Bahrain test ‘hasn’t been smoothest for me’
Kimi Antonelli has conceded that pre-season testing in Bahrain was not “the smoothest of tests” for him after experiencing some reliability issues, with the Mercedes driver expecting a “tight fight” amongst the top four teams when the campaign gets underway.
F1 betting odds catching the eye after second test
Pre-season testing is over and as Formula 1 prepares to head to Down Under, let's see what betting odds are gaining speed in the markets.
Windows Central
Windows Wrap: I don't care if the new Xbox CEO is a gamer — I care if she puts gamers first
Asha Sharma’s appointment as Xbox CEO has raised questions about her gaming background, but the real issue is whether she’ll put players and creativity first.
The Windows Control Panel is one step closer to death as account rename option makes its way to Windows 11's Settings app
Microsoft is adding the ability to rename your user account to the Windows 11 Settings app, ported over from the legacy Control Panel.
Surface Pro update fixes key cellular bugs — just as Microsoft leans into 5G
Microsoft’s latest Surface Pro firmware update fixes VPN and cellular issues, arriving as the company deepens its 5G push through a new Ericsson partnership.
World of Warcraft: Midnight global launch times — here's when the game will be released in early access and for the general public
Blizzard Entertainment has released the final, definitive public release and early access dates for World of Warcraft's upcoming Midnight expansion, and we have curated them so you won't miss out on the launch.
Microsoft Paint is gaining a feature I've been waiting 25 years for — Windows 11's built-in image editor is one step closer to replacing Photoshop
Windows 11's in-box Paint app is gaining a new feature that will let you rotate shapes and text into any position you like. Believe it or not, this hasn't been possible until now!
Samsung's "Penta Tandem" display tech finally solves OLED brightness woes — Your next PC or TV screen will be brighter AND more efficient
Samsung's five-layer OLED stack now has an official name, and the tech is expected to arrive in displays of all shapes and sizes in 2026.
Xbox’s new Chief of Staff just reunited with Asha Sharma — but who exactly is Craig Cincotta?
Craig Cincotta has been named Chief of Staff at Xbox, reuniting with new CEO Asha Sharma. Here is his Microsoft career history and what the role means for Xbox leadership.
This tiny app exposes a massive problem at Microsoft — and shows how smooth Windows could be
A fast, lightweight whiteboard app called Markerpad highlights how sluggish and web‑heavy Microsoft Whiteboard feels on Windows 11.
Microsoft crowns Copilot king of productivity on Windows 11 — but reports suggest no one is actually using it
Microsoft ranks Copilot among the top productivity apps on Windows 11, potentially reshaping the future of work with AI.
A farewell to Phil Spencer, he who saved Xbox — and salutations to Asha Sharma, who will steer Xbox through its toughest era
The biggest change to Xbox in years, and it might've come at exactly the right time.
New Xbox CEO hits social media running — Here's everything Asha Sharma has said so far about the future of Xbox
In all the turmoil, Asha reached out to the Xbox community on X answering questions and putting out some early thoughts on the future of the brand.
Monster Hunter Stories 3's latest trailer reveals some crazy new Monsties up for taming — and it's making me miss Monster Hunter Rise
Over the weekend, Capcom dropped a new trailer for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, which includes more scenes from the story and massive reveals for a wide variety of monsters to hunt and Monsties to tame.
Microsoft is killing off a key Edge security feature — are you ready for the switch?
Edge is discontinuing custom primary password support in June 2026, as Microsoft shifts security to Windows Hello and system authentication.
AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme driver support discontinued? — Lenovo confirms no further Legion Go plans
Lenovo Korea has reportedly confirmed no further driver updates are planned for the Legion Go powered by AMD’s Ryzen Z1 Extreme, raising broader concerns about long-term support for Z1 Extreme handheld devices.
Laffgaff
In which video game series is the main character known as Agent 47?
Hitman.
Strange Allergy
A friend is allergic to escaping prison. He breaks out in a rash.
Itsfoss
OpenClaw Alternatives That You Can Run on Raspberry Pi Like Devices
You don't need a MacMini for running OpenClaw. These alternative projects can run on SBCs and ESP32 microcontrollers.
US State Colorado Wants Operating Systems to Tell Every App How Old You Are
A bill with a goal and vague language on how to achieve it.