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Girl raped by boys spared jail tells BBC judge's decision was like 'rock in my face'
Speaking to the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg, the girl, who is now 16, said: "What was the point in putting me through that?"
Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House
Officials say a suspect approached a checkpoint near the building and opened fire, and that a bystander was wounded.
Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated' including reopening Strait of Hormuz
Tehran also signals progress on talks but says the key issue of nuclear weapons is not part of an initial framework it is working on.
Rosenberg: Luhansk strike sparks Russian accusations and vow to retaliate
Eighteen people were killed and 42 others injured in the strike on the town in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine.
Midnight Sun-derland: Zara Larsson electrifies the crowd at Big Weekend
The Swedish pop star treated the crowds to back-to-back, high-energy pop bangers on day two of the festival.
It's like the Olympics - except steroids are allowed
The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.
Spurred on by the painful death of her dad, Natalie Cassidy trains as a carer
The actress's experience caring for her father inspired her to return to education in a new BBC show.
I survived a missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, but my friend has not been found
Sunil Puniya was on his first sea job when a missile struck the oil tanker Skylight at the start of the Iran war.
'Six eggs used to be £1' - why everyday essentials cost so much more now
Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering?
New James Bond game shows more vulnerable side to iconic British spy
The video game presents a young Bond before he has earned his "00" spy status.
Electronic music meets orchestra as DJ Black Coffee stuns O2 crowds
In London for one night only ahead of his Ibiza residency, this sell-out show represented far more than just a performance.
'Shameful' more spent on benefits than jobs for young people, says Milburn
Reforms are needed of the welfare system to tackle the high numbers of young people not in work or education, says Alan Milburn.
The Papers: 'We'll axe tax on overtime' and 'Brolly hot, isn't it'
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage's pledge to scrap income tax on overtime is prominent across Sunday's papers.
In Japan, divorce splits parents from children. Could a law change end sole custody?
An amendment to Japan's Civil Code looks set to allow shared parenting for the first time.
East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are major importers of used garments from the West and China.
Red Cross volunteers die from suspected Ebola in DR Congo
They are thought to have caught the virus before the outbreak was identified, the Red Cross says.
Starmer says case of girls raped by boys spared custody 'appalling'
The prime minister said it was "right" that the sentences were being urgently reviewed.
Why did I put myself through the pain of going to court, rape victim tells BBC
A girl who was raped by two teenage boys has told the BBC that a judge's decision to spare them jail sentences was like a "rock straight in my face".
'Six eggs used to be £1' - why everyday essentials cost so much more now
Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering?
It's like the Olympics, except steroids are allowed
The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.
Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine leaves four dead and dozens injured
The Oreshnik missile, which reportedly travels over 10 times the speed of sound, was used, Russia has confirmed.
Turkish riot police storm opposition offices after leaders ousted
Officers forced their way into the building days after the party vowed to defy a court ruling removing its leaders.
Blast targeting train kills at least 20 in Pakistan
Officials say the train had been transporting military personnel home for Eid when it was attacked by armed separatists.
BBC at the site of China's worst mining disaster in more than a decade
At least 82 people have been killed after a gas explosion at the Liushenyu mine in China.
In Japan, divorce splits parents from children. Could a law change end sole custody?
An amendment to Japan's Civil Code looks set to allow shared parenting for the first time.
Suspect killed after opening fire on Secret Service near White House
Officials say a suspect approached a checkpoint near the building and opened fire, and that a bystander was wounded.
Army runs secret wargames under central London
The exercise tested the army's ability to plan military operations involving NATO and UK forces.
Thousands enjoy final day of Radio 1's Big Weekend
Sunderland's Herrington Country Park buzzes with festival energy for the last Big Weekend day.
Police probe after 'skeletal remains' found by A617
Police say the remains found are believed to be of one person.
Seven flotilla activists detained in Israel arrive back in UK
Activists from the flotilla have made numerous allegations of abuse and mistreatment, which the Israeli government denies.
Mum's dementia means I live in the moment with her
Ruth Langsford called for quicker diagnosis of dementia, which her mother and father have both had.
East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are major importers of used garments from the West and China.
Bournemouth Echo
Thousands enjoyed weekend of food and fun in ancient town centre
As the Christchurch Food Festival takes place this glorious bank holiday weekend, we look back the event 25 years ago.
New Friday night offers unlimited fries and bottomless drinks in BH2
Mulligans is launching a new Friday night event featuring Y2K vibes with crazy golf and bottomless drinks.
'The theft of the vehicle has impacted our family massively'
A stolen car has upended the daily life of a family.
Upton Heath to be restored after purchase thanks to 'extraordinary fundraising'
UPTON Heath land will see planned works to restore heathland structure and improve water management after Dorset Wildlife Trust completed the purchase of 110 acres of land.
Spooky food venture serves 'dead tasty' dishes from converted hearse
A spooky food venture is serving up “dead tasty” dishes from a hearse-themed kitchen.
The Dorset lake that changes colour – and where nothing can live
Here's the story behind Dorset’s blue pool at Furzebrook, the colour-changing lake where nothing can live
RECAP - Beachgoers flock to BCP on hottest day of the year
We will be bringing you the news, traffic, travel and weather updates from across BCP
Rape victim says decision to spare her attackers jail was like ‘rock in my face’
A judge’s decision not to jail two teenage boys who raped two girls has been described by one of the victims as a “rock straight in my face”.
9 'bucolic' and 'gorgeous' Dorset hotels named among the top 250 in the UK
Hotels from Bournemouth, Lyme Regis, Evershot, Studland and more were named among the top 250 in the UK by The Telegraph
Emmy-winning actor amazed at busy Bournemouth beach
An Emmy Award winning actor was shocked to see how busy Bournemouth Beach was on Sunday afternoon.
Upgraded play parks open ahead of school holidays
New and improved play areas are giving children more places to enjoy.
Festival hailed as a celebration of food, fun and community
A festival has been hailed as a celebration of food, fun and community.
Dorset police and crime commissioner David Sidwick launches new youth survey
Dorset police and crime commissioner David Sidwick is calling on young people across Dorset to share their views as part of his second youth survey.
Crowds flock to Bournemouth beach during sweltering bank holiday weekend
Thousands of people crowded onto Bournemouth Beach on Sunday as temperatures soared during the year's first mini-heatwave.
Air quality testing targets action to protect Dorset’s precious heathlands
A major air quality monitoring project from Dorset Council and BCP Council is helping target action to better restore and recover Dorset’s heathlands.
Rare and iconic Jaguar sports car to go under the hammer next month
The 1959 Jaguar XK150 S fixed head coupe, valued between £10,000 and £15,000, will be auctioned at the Haynes Motor Museum on Thursday, June 4.
Acclaimed Irish pop-rock band to perform at Bournemouth venue in November
The Script will perform at Bournemouth International Centre on Monday, November 16, as part of a major UK and European arena tour.
Ringwood care home resident sets sail again thanks to special wish initiative
Liz, a resident at Care South’s St Ives House on Horton Road, Ringwood, shared her love of sailing through the home’s Make a Wish initiative
Durlston Country Park in Dorset to host art exhibition until June 7
Look! And Look Again! is on display at Durlston Country Park’s Fine Foundation Gallery as part of Purbeck Art Week until June 7.
Bournemouth school celebrates official opening of newly refurbished theatre
Bournemouth Collegiate School (BCS) officially reopened its Jones Theatre on Thursday, May 14, following significant investment from CATS Global Schools.
'It grew up from my kitchen': Skincare business expands into bigger outlet in Dorset
A skincare business born in a kitchen is expanding to a larger shop as demand grows.
Cosy pub on historic quay offers comforting classics and stunning waterfront views
Waterfront views, comforting classics, and polished service make for a memorable meal on a historic quay.
Illusionists who left Simon Cowell believing in magic to perform at Dorset venue
Jay & Joss, the award-winning illusionists who stunned the judges on Britain's Got Talent, will perform at Lighthouse Poole on July 1.
Sherborne Library on track to reopen in July following essential safety works
Sherborne Library is on track to reopen by the end of July, with important safety upgrades completed and final approvals in progress. Dorset Council.
Motorcycle dealer to attend third Dorset Bikefest next month
Official dealer Indian Motorcycle Poole will be attending Dorset Bikefest, now in its third year and taking place from 19–21 June in Wareham
The 3 UK airlines that have collapsed into administration or liquidation in 2026
Ecojet Airlines, Ascend Airways, and Zenith Aviation Limited have all fallen into administration or liquidation in 2026.
Formula 1
Paatz inherits first F1 ACADEMY win after last-lap penalty
Mathilda Paatz claimed her first F1 ACADEMY victory after a late penalty for Rafaela Ferreira.
What are the strategy options for the Canadian Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day in Montreal.
What To Watch For in the Canadian Grand Prix
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day in Montreal.
What the teams said – Sprint day and Qualifying in Canada
The drivers and teams report back after the Sprint and Qualifying from the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve for the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix.
Hadjar frustrated at ‘throwing away’ Qualifying in Canada
Isack Hadjar cut a frustrated figure after Qualifying at the Canadian Grand Prix, the Red Bull driver having gone from topping Q2 to falling back to P7 in the final segment.
'I really feel like myself' – Hamilton finds positives with Ferrari
Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton believes changes made to his engineering team has meant "I really feel like myself" ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix.
Antonelli on chat with Russell after Canada Sprint
Kimi Antonelli has shared an insight into what came from a conversation he shared with George Russell and team boss Toto Wolff following the team mates' tense battle in the Canada Sprint.
Leclerc calls Canada 'worst weekend of my career'
Charles Leclerc admits that the build-up to the Canadian Grand Prix has so far been the "worst weekend of my career", with the Ferrari driver set to start Sunday's race from P8.
Norris concedes he may not have maximised Canada Qualifying
Lando Norris qualified third for the second time this weekend in Canada while Mercedes locked out the front row.
Russell admits Canada pole lap ‘came from nowhere’
George Russell will start from pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix, the Mercedes driver bouncing back from some issues in Qualifying to storm to the top of the timesheets.
TREMAYNE: My verdict on Jacques Villeneuve
F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne looks back at the career of the 1997 World Champion, three decades after he first raced in Formula 1.
Why rain in Montreal will be a step into the unknown
The threat of rain has been a major talking point in Canada, and while the details of what to expect on Sunday have been changing, knowledge of how the 2026 F1 cars and tyres behave in the wet remains limited.
Our Bet Builder picks for the Canadian Grand Prix
Our expert betting writers have picked a four-leg Bet Builder, including a podium finish and points finish.
Betting mistakes to avoid at the Canadian Grand Prix
Safer gambling is important, so we look at how you can avoid losing money during Sunday’s race in Montreal.
Colapinto energised by ‘perfect day’ after making Canada Q3
Franco Colapinto claimed a starting spot in the top-10 for the second consecutive round with Alpine.
Windows Central
I tried GameSir's revolutionary new game controller and it's the most mind-blowing thing I've used in years
I finally got my hands on GameSir's Swift Drive prototype, and it's beyond any of my expectations. This is a truly game-changing product.
"Leave it to Surface to do it best": Privacy screens are changing, and I dug into how Microsoft's approach differs from HP, Lenovo, and Dell
Microsoft upgraded its Surface Laptop for Business (8th Edition) with an integrated privacy screen unlike the others. I went back into our archives to figure out which laptop brand did it first, who followed up, and why Surface has the new best implementation.
Microsoft’s Surface launch was so quiet I regret paying attention
This year’s Spring Surface drop arrived with no event, no excitement, and no clear strategy; just another quiet refresh at a time when the brand needs direction.
"The MG-1 MK.II is on a whole other level": Maingear's revamped gaming PC addresses (almost) all of my last-gen complaints
Maingear impressed us with its MG-1 pre-built gaming PC in 2025, and the company has now returned with an MG-1 MK.II model that addresses most of the complaints I had. Here's what you need to know before buying.
Laffgaff
What element has the chemical symbol Kr?
Krypton.
Model Railway Competition
My friend got to the final of the local model railway competition. He lost on points.