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Two children dead and nine injured in dance workshop stabbing
A 17-year-old male remains in custody, arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder.
'Worst thing I’ve ever seen' - witnesses describe Southport attack
Two children died and nine were injured in a knife attack on a children's dance class in Southport.
Venezuelans clash with police after disputed election result
Security forces fired tear gas and rubber bullets against people as thousands gathered in Caracas.
Faisal Islam: 'Bean counters' get their revenge
Experts and officials look like they will get more of a hearing than under the last government.
Urgent search for missing six-year-old girl launched in London
The girl was last seen on CCTV on Monday at about midday wearing light pink clothing.
'Unjustified': Videos reveal brutality during Bangladesh protests
A UN expert describes the violence seen in videos analysed by the BBC as "unlawful".
McDonald's to 'rethink' prices after sales fall
Sales at the fast food giant slip 1% as cost-conscious customers spend less.
Omagh bomb inquiry to hold first hearing
The inquiry is set to examine if steps could have been taken to prevent the 1998 bombing.
'He likes family': Trump defends running mate's cat lady slur
Republican nominee says JD Vance has "tremendous support" as he faces questions over his suitability as a running mate.
‘It doesn’t look that bad’: Would you swim in the Seine?
Parisians and visitors tell the BBC whether they would take a dip in the River Seine.
The Papers: 'Two children dead' and '10 million lose out'
Tuesday's papers focus on the attack in Southport and Labour cutting the winter fuel allowance for 10 million people.
Southport stabbings - what we know so far about attack
A boy, 17, was arrested after at least eight people were injured in a "horror movie" knife attack in Southport.
'Unsolved murder was the worst I've ever seen'
For four decades, the lack of closure on the Carol Morgan case frustrated - and haunted - investigators.
Jeremy Bowen: Golan attack leaves border war's unspoken rules in tatters
How Israel retaliates could determine whether the conflict stays limited or explodes into something much worse.
Delays in food hygiene inspections a 'serious public health issue'
One in five restaurants and takeaways not inspected for more than two years, investigation finds.
Love Island crowns winners in grand final
After eight weeks in the villa, only one couple could take home the £50,000 prize.
Israeli protesters enter army base after soldiers held over Gaza detainee abuse
The Sde Teiman base has been at the centre of reports of serious abuses against Palestinians from Gaza.
'Fire devils' spotted as California fire doubles in size
Firefighters battle a growing wildfire, the largest blaze in California this year.
People unwell after woman approaches them with bag
Two people were taken to hospital with breathing difficulties and itchy eyes.
'Worst thing I’ve ever seen' - witnesses describe Southport attack
Two children died and nine were injured in a knife attack on a children's dance class in Southport.
Omagh bomb inquiry to hold first hearing
The inquiry is set to examine if steps could have been taken to prevent the 1998 bombing.
Calls to scrap 'five-week-wait' for Universal Credit
Brian Closs is one of tens of thousands of people across the UK who are being asked to apply for universal credit.
Taylor Swift says she is in 'complete shock' over knife attack
The singer says the attack at a workshop themed around her music left her "completely in shock".
Relief as Palestinian medical evacuees leave Gaza
One of the patients had been waiting six months to be able to get out of the war-torn territory.
Rayner sets new housing targets in planning overhaul
The government is changing how targets are set in England, in a bid to boost housebuilding.
Daughter texted for help before crossbow deaths
An inquest into the deaths of Carol Hunt and her daughters Hannah and Louise opens in Hatfield.
Emergency crews at scene of helicopter crash in Westmeath
The incident happened at around 15.30 BST.
Anjem Choudary jailed for life
The sentence means Choudary cannot seek to leave jail on licence until he is more than 85 years old.
Scheme to reunite separated Afghan families opens
Parents and children separated from family during the evacuation of Kabul can now apply to join them in the UK.
William Calley, face of My Lai massacre, dead at 80
He was the only US soldier convicted for the massacre, in which hundreds of Vietnamese civilians were killed.
Key moments which led to Venezuela protests
We take a closer look at the series of events which have led to anti-government protests erupting in Venezuela.
What is the 'grey belt' and how many homes could Labour build on it?
Labour has announced plans to build on the "grey belt", as it tries to meet its pledge for 1.5 million homes.
What is happening to winter fuel payments?
Winter fuel payments will now only be paid to pensioners who receive benefits.
Veterans say MoD failed them over pollution payout at US military base
UK veterans and their families were left at risk - they say they weren't told about compensation.
Delays in food hygiene inspections a 'serious public health issue'
One in five restaurants and takeaways not inspected for more than two years, investigation finds.
When will VAT get added to private school fees?
The King's Speech confirmed that the government will change the way private school fees are taxed.
Nine-year-old Deadpool game sells for £300 after film hype
The game is no longer available for digital download, so fans must seek out physical copies to play it.
Poor security let hackers access 40 million voters' details
The UK data watchdog says weak passwords and unpatched software were responsible for the hack.
Baby skeleton found under floorboards
The discovery has been made by contractors renovating the upper floor of property.
Wrongly convicted postmasters set for immediate £200k
New scheme offers immediate redress to those impaced by the Post Office scandal.
India landslides kill 120 and trap dozens
Heavy rain caused the disaster, which struck early in the morning as most residents were asleep.
Australia's third largest airline enters administration
Some Rex Airlines flights have since been cancelled, with a number of its planes grounded
Warrant issued for Katie Price's arrest
An arrest warrant is issued after she failed to attend a court hearing relating to her bankruptcies.
Girls 6, 7 and 9 killed in knife attack named by police
Elsie Dot Stancombe, Alice Dasilva Aguiar and Bebe King had been attending a dance workshop.
Ex-nurse guilty of catfishing scam for third time
Adele Rennie, 33, admitted posing as a man to lure an unsuspecting woman into sending her naked pictures.
Mums want answers over pregnancy drug they say harmed kids
Primodos contained synthetic hormones and was used between the 1950s and 70s as a pregnancy test.
Bournemouth Echo
Huge expansion plans submitted for Bournemouth Airport
EXPANSION plans have been unveiled for Bournemouth Airport to handle the ‘far greater numbers of passengers’ forecast.
Poole: Six months of disruption expected for new cycle lane
SIX months of travel disruption is to be expected along a busy Poole route when work on a new double cycle lane and bus lane begins.
Couple hire expensive pet detective after dog is killed
Distraught pet owners have launched their own Crimewatch-style video appeal in a desperate bid to find out who killed their designer dog.
Victim speaks out after ear bitten off at Razorlight gig
A MAN has said he will never return to Bournemouth after an attacker bit his ear off at a Razorlight concert.
Poole: Woman sexually assaulted at recreation ground
A WOMAN was put in hospital after a reported serious sexual assault.
Poole man reviving Dorset with 'extreme gardening'
AN ‘EXTREME gardener’ is reviving Dorset streets one plant at a time through free labour.
Four Christchurch town councillors vote against new policy and pledge
A NUMBER of Christchurch town councillors have voted against a policy which ‘guides and promotes good governance’.
Bournemouth man steals £1000 worth of condoms from Boots
A MAN has been jailed after stealing more than £1000 worth of condoms.
£15m worth of financial breaches recorded at council
BCP Council breached more than £15m worth of financial regulations last year, documents show.
In The Dock: appearances at Poole Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Refurbishment of Parkstone Waitrose planned for autumn
WORKS to revamp a supermarket in Parkstone are planned to take place this autumn.
Can you see yourself? Camp Bestival 2024 festival roundup
Sophie Ellis Bextor and James Arthur were some of the many highlights of the last day of the family-filled festival.
Man punches woman at Wetherspoons pub The Quay in Poole
A MAN has been jailed after punching a woman in the face at a Wetherspoons pub.
Dorset sees almost 30% increase in shoplifting crime
New data has revealed that there has been a nearly 30% increase in shoplifting crimes in 2023/24.
Bournemouth town centre studio flat sells through auction
A STUDIO flat in Bournemouth town centre has sold through auction.
Galeón Andalucía at Poole: All you need to know on ship
Galeón Andalucía is a 17th-Century Spanish galleon that people will be able to visit at Poole Quay from July 31 to August 4
Lewis-Manning Hospice Care applies to convert Poole flat
A hospice charity would like to convert a flat into an office and counselling space after it said its hospice had become too small for all its services.
New children’s play café Mini Monsters opens in Bournemouth
A NEW children’s play café has opened in Bournemouth.
BCP Council clears SEND assessment backlog
The council has now worked through the backlog of assessments for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Tail wagging Mexican fiesta celebrated at restaurant
Four-legged friends were treated to a customised menu including scrambled eggs, chicken, and rice as well as tacos and other Mexican delicacies.
Bournemouth naturist swingers spa could get studio next door
A FORMER funeral directors’ place that was next to ‘the south coast’s premiere venue for naturist swings’ could become a dance studio.
Christchurch based hospice charity welcomes three new trustees
A CHRISTCHURCH-based hospice charity has welcomed three new trustees.
Dan Buettner reveals world's oldest family ate Minestrone
The National Geographic fellow and author is well recognised for his Netflix documentary 'How to Live to 100' and his studies into the world's Blue Zones.
Bournemouth beach: Missing child found after search
EMERGENCY services have found a child who went missing on the beach.
Long delays after multi vehicle crash on A31 Westbound
A31 Westbound - One lane is blocked between StoneyCross and PicketPost due to a multi-vehicle incident.
Dog owners issued heatstroke warning as 32C heatwave hits
Owners are being urged to be vigilant for the signs of heatstroke, as temperatures pose a serious risk to our pets
Dorset man so drunk he 'tried to start car with glasses'
A drink-driver was seen trying to start his car with his glasses case after sipping brandy whilst driving.
Dorset man hurled abuse and swung axe at pedestrian
A man shouted threatening language and swung his axe at a pedestrian
CCTV appeal following criminal damage at Bournemouth Pavilion
MAN causes £300 worth of damage to Bournemouth theatre after smashing a glass door with a parasol.
Swanage Carnival brings huge crowds for 2024
Thousands turned out in the shining sun as colours filled the streets of Swanage at its annual carnival.
Bournemouth weather: Thunderstorm warning brought forward
A THUNDERSTORM warning has been brought forward – potentially ending the brief spell of sunshine.
Bournemouth weather: temperatures set to rise to 30C
TEMPERATURES are set to rise to 30C on Tuesday amid what the UK government has called a ‘heat health alert’.
Dorset Police Rural Crime Team save animals from heat
Police officers from the Dorset Police Rural Crime Team found a deer stumbling on the road.
SWEP activated in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole amid hot weather
A SEVERE Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) has been triggered across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole amid soaring temperatures.
McFly’s Harry Judd visits barbers ahead of Camp Bestival gig
A BARBER was left shocked when McFly drummer, Harry Judd, sat in his chair ahead of the band’s Camp Betsival concert.
No arrests made after viral road rage incident in Bournemouth
POLICE are continuing to investigate a road rage incident that went viral online.
Bournemouth hotel incident sees two people hospitalised
Police and the ambulance service were alerted to the scene at The Suncliff Hotel where two people were found with injuries needing medical assistance.
Bournemouth DJ bike ride captured by drone enthusiast
Internationally renowned DJ Dom Whiting cycled through sunny Bournemouth town centre for the fifth time on July 28.
Poole: 'Stolen' motorbikes being ridden 'anti-socially'
MOTORBIKES being ridden in an “anti-social manner” were found dumped in a Poole road.
BCP thunderstorm weather warning extended for end of July
A thunderstorm warning for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has been extended to include an extra day at the end of July 2024
Christchurch's 96th carnival drew huge crowds in 2004
The Disney-themed extravaganza saw a clash of titans as Captain Hook and crew battled for glory against the likes of 101 Dalmatians and Monsters Inc.
Dorset: Power cut affecting Shitterton and Bere Regis
A POWER cut is affecting two villages in Dorset.
Drivers given £2500 sunglasses fine warning as heatwave hits
UK drivers could be breaking the Highway Code by driving while wearing sunglasses this summer
UK weather: Parts of UK to see highs of 30C in heatwave
The Met Office has shared that parts of the UK will see temperatures reaching above 30C in a mini heatwave for parts of the region.
Government
Education (Values of British Citizenship) Bill [HL]
A Bill to make provision about statements related to values of British citizenship in education in England and Wales; and for connected purposes.
Lords Spiritual (Women) Act 2015 (Extension) Bill [HL]
A Bill to extend the period within which vacancies among the Lords Spiritual are to be filled by bishops who are women.
Marine Protected Areas (Bottom Trawling) Bill [HL]
A Bill to regulate and limit the practice of bottom trawling in marine protected areas; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
THE STRATEGIST: How do the teams make sure their cars are the correct weight – and what went wrong for Russell?
How do the teams go about working out the expected weight of the car post-race? And what is likely to have gone wrong for George Russell? Former Aston Martin Head of Strategy Bernie Collins explains all…
Gasly unhappy with ‘too many mistakes’ in Belgium as he urges Alpine to regroup after ‘frustrating’ run of weekends
Pierre Gasly was left feeling “very not happy” after finishing the Belgian Grand Prix in 13th place amid a number of issues with his car and strategy, marking the latest in a run of challenging weekends for the Frenchman.
Red Bull make decision on Perez's future and RB driver line-up
Red Bull are sticking with Sergio Perez and will field unchanged line-ups in their works team and sister squad RB when the Formula 1 season resumes at Zandvoort after the summer break.
TECH WEEKLY: How the Mercedes W15 was transformed from a 'bouncing handful' into a Belgian Grand Prix winner
On the Friday of the Belgian Grand Prix even Mercedes would not have thought a 1-2 (before George Russell’s exclusion) was a likely outcome.
'I really believe in the project' – Sainz opens up on his decision to sign with Williams
Carlos Sainz has voiced his belief in the Williams project after signing a multi-year deal with the squad for 2025 and beyond, with the Spaniard keen to put the team “back where it belongs”.
Stella admits Piastri pit stop issue was ‘costly’ in Belgium as he identifies two factors that surprised McLaren
Andrea Stella has acknowledged that Oscar Piastri’s slow pit stop at the Belgian Grand Prix – with the Australian overrunning his marks – may have potentially been costly in preventing the McLaren driver from catching the Mercedes pair at the end of the race.
Pole-sitter Leclerc ‘cannot be too happy’ with Belgian Grand Prix outing despite finishing with a podium
Charles Leclerc has insisted he "cannot be too happy" with his Belgian Grand Prix outing despite being elevated to the podium following George Russell's post-race disqualification.
Windows Central
Is Star Wars Outlaws coming to Xbox Game Pass?
Star Wars Outlaws is undoubtedly one of 2024's biggest games, but will it be on Xbox Game Pass? Here's what you need to know.
The developers of Forza Horizon and Fable at Xbox appear to be getting a third studio, but for what?
Playground Games, the Xbox game developer behind Forza Horizon and the upcoming Fable, has seemingly opened a third studio.
Lenovo Back to School Sale discounts laptops, desktops, monitors, mini PCs, and more while supplies last — College students and teachers can get an extra 20% off select accessories
Lenovo is currently hosting a Back to School Sale that offers discounts up to 68% off of various devices. Here are our favorite deals.
Is Black Myth: Wukong coming to Xbox Game Pass?
Xbox Game Pass offers subscribers access to hundreds of games, but will Black Myth: Wukong be playable through it when it launches later this year?
Before you drop $450 on the new Surface Pro Flex, check out the best deal I've ever seen on this keyboard and stylus bundle
The Surface Pro Signature Keyboard remains a top option for your Surface Pro if you don't want to spend big on a Pro Flex wireless keyboard. All four color bundles (with the Slim Pen 2) are on sale at Best Buy for just $113.
Another Adobe app is ARM native on Snapdragon X laptops, but probably not the one you really want
Squeezing into its promised July timeframe, Adobe has released a beta version of Illustrator for Windows on Arm, but Premiere Pro is still out in the wilderness.
This long-overdue comeback of a classic JRPG series now has a playable demo available on Xbox and PC
Square Enix has just released a playable demo for the upcoming action-JRPG Visions of Mana, where players will get a preview of its gameplay, story, and world.
Microsoft 365 and Azure gets hit with a big new server outage, as Microsoft investigates
Microsoft 365 and Azure gets hit with a new wave of outages, hot on the heels of the Crowdstrike debacle. Microsoft says it's investigating.
Google CEO says the “risk of under-investing in AI is dramatically greater than the risk of over-investing,” as investors mount pressure on Microsoft for its extravagant spending on AI projects
Investors question Microsoft's heavy investment in AI projects, primarily due to the slow payoff.
Elden Ring 1.13 official patch notes: Spirit Ashes get a big buff, are no longer second fiddle to Mimic Tear
Bandai Namco has uploaded a new update for Elden Ring, alongside patch notes explaining that this patch features major buffs for Spirit Ashes summons among general balance changes and bug fixes.
Is GenAI a dying fad? A new study predicts 30% of investors will jump ship by 2025 after proof of concept
A new Gartner report suggests that "at least 30% of generative AI (GenAI) projects will be abandoned after proof of concept by the end of 2025."
Your Microsoft 365 subscription now comes with a free VPN on PC and phone
Did you know your Microsoft 365 subscription includes access to a free VPN at no additional charge? I didn't either until I stumbled across it today in the Microsoft Defender app on Windows.
"We do the things that we do because we feel they are important": Owlcat Games talks bug fixes and Void Shadows expansion for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader developer Owlcat Games talks about fixing bugs, learning from the experience, and what's to come in the Void Shadows expansion.
These Govee X Evangelion smart gaming RGB lights will have you pouring one out for your bank account
Govee has partnered with the iconic anime series Neon Genesis Evangelion to launch a special edition line of gaming lights. The lights feature customizable designs, dynamic lighting effects, and modular assembly options — and you can buy them now.
Laffgaff
What is the line on a weather map that links points with the same temperature?
Isotherm.
Stir Fry
Why can't stir fry be cooked on the ocean? Because you can't wok on water.
Itsfoss
Copy Files Between Remote Systems in the Linux Command Line
Here are couple of methods for transferring files between remote system and local machine over SSH.