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Starmer says rioters can expect rapid sentencing
Teenager James Nelson is thought to be the first person to be jailed for their part in the disorder.
'Amazing, caring and confident' - service held for Southport victim
Nine-year-old Alice da Silva Aguiar was one of three girls stabbed to death at a dance studio last week.
Royal Mint starts turning e-waste into gold
The UK’s coin-maker opens a new industrial plant to extract gold from old circuit boards.
Bone-building drug coming for post-menopause women
Abaloparatide protects against the bone-thinning condition osteoporosis and is approved for NHS use.
Harris and Walz hold first rally together as new Democratic ticket
At a raucous event in Pennsylvania, the pair attack their Republican opponents and vow to win the crucial swing state.
Sheikh Hasina's final hours as a hated autocrat
The woman who ruled Bangladesh with an iron grip was in denial her time was up right to the end.
Elon Musk sues Unilever and Mars over X 'boycott'
The social media site claims the firms unfairly deprived it of billions of dollars of advertising revenue.
TikToker said she was 'bad girl' after veteran murder
Winter Swan-Miller stabbed Stuart Crocker 27 times before strangling him, a court hears.
Watchdog to fine NHS IT firm £6m after medical records hack
The 2022 breach included medical records and information on gaining entry to the homes of 890 people.
Company fined £1m over worker's 36ft fall
Christopher Hooper suffered fractures to his skull, back, pelvis, arm, wrist and ankle.
Milwaukee hotel staff face murder charges in man's death
D’Vontaye Mitchell, 43, ran into a women's bathroom before he was allegedly held down for up to nine minutes.
Hamas names Yahya Sinwar as new overall leader
Hamas has named Yahya Sinwar as its new political chief, replacing Ismail Haniyeh who was killed last week.
Boy suffers facial injury in suspected Belfast hate attack
A young boy has been left with minor facial injuries which the PSNI is treating as a hate crime.
A day in court after the Rotherham riot
BBC News attends Sheffield Magistrates, following the cases of those charged with violent disorder.
Immigration lawyers fear offices being targeted
Immigration workers told the BBC they had been advised by police to work from home and install fireproof letterboxes.
'Rioters tried to get into our house'
After violence erupted on Sunday, those left behind to clean up the damage tell their stories.
What it's like to be your country's only Olympian
Four nations have just one athlete at the Games - it's a hard, lonely experience, they say, but also a source of pride.
'I fled Afghanistan to achieve my Olympic dream'
The return of the Taliban forced the breaker to pursue her goal in Spain, leaving family and friends behind.
The closed stepping stones that still attract crowds
Dovedale's stepping stones have been closed since 2023 but people have continued to visit them.
With jokes and jibes, Tim Walz takes national stage
His style may prove more effective at convincing undecided voters than the dark rhetoric of the Biden campaign, writes Anthony Zurcher.
Joy and relief as South Africa manages to keep its lights on
After experiencing regular power cuts for 17 years there are signs things are now working properly.
The Papers: 'Judgment day is here' and 'lawyers fear for safety'
A number of Wednesday's papers report on thousands of officers being on standby amid fears of fresh unrest.
Black Panther actress Connie Chiume dies aged 72
The multi-award-winning actress starred in several South African TV shows and became a household name.
Second Banksy artwork in two days appears in London
The elusive artist unveils an elephants stencil piece in Chelsea, south-west London.
US stock markets rise after days of turmoil
Shares in the US opened higher but markets in the UK and Europe stayed down after a cautious open.
Hezbollah vows retaliation for killing of commander
Hassan Nasrallah said retaliation for Israel's killing of a top Hezbollah commander would be “strong” and “effective”.
Nobel Peace Prize winner to lead Bangladesh interim government
Muhammad Yunus will head a caretaker government, meeting a key demand of student protesters.
'Amazing, caring and confident' - service held for Southport victim
Nine-year-old Alice da Silva Aguiar was one of three girls stabbed to death at a dance studio last week.
Humza Yousaf questions future in UK after riots
Humza Yousaf said disorder witnessed in recent days is "utterly horrendous".
Wales' new first minister to name health secretary
Eluned Morgan will announce her replacement at health, the day after becoming first minister.
Men who attacked police and set van on fire in riots jailed
Three men from Liverpool are sentenced after days of disorder following the Southport knife attack.
UK disorder: What is Elon Musk's game plan?
X’s owner has chosen to wade in to opine on unrest in the UK. It isn't clear what's driving him.
Shamima Begum loses final UK court bid over citizenship
The 24-year-old will not be allowed to challenge the removal of her British citizenship at the Supreme Court.
Putin accuses Ukraine of 'provocation' amid alleged border incursion
Fighting has been taking place since Tuesday, with footage showing smoke rising in some areas.
Inside Bangladesh: BBC finds country in shock but dreaming of change
With police on strike, students direct traffic and wonder what comes next after PM quit and fled.
400-year record heat threat to Great Barrier Reef
The highest sea temperatures in 400 years could threaten the reef's survival, say scientists.
Three monkeys is third Banksy artwork in three days
The anonymous street artists claims the work on an east London bridge in an Instagram post.
Good Morning Britain episode prompts 8,200 complaints
Media regulator Ofcom is assessing two controversial interviews on Monday's episode of the ITV show.
UK military on standby for possible Lebanon evacuation
Preparations are being made after the government warned the situation in the Middle East could deteriorate.
Online games likely to be hit if strikes continue, says union
The union leading the video game performers' strike says multiplayer games might be first affected.
Why are there riots?
The killing of three girls in Southport has been followed by the UK's worst unrest in over a decade.
CCTV shows looting inside Liverpool shop during weekend of unrest
The store was left with £25,000 of losses and damage, according to its owner.
Row over Tory MP Robert Jenrick's Allahu Akbar arrest call
The Tory leadership hopeful says police should “immediately arrest” any protesters shouting Allahu Akbar.
Online platforms warned over disorder violence risk
The open letter comes as social media firms face increasing scrutiny over their role in the disorder.
'He screamed in my face' - junior crew on Strictly speak out
Former staff allege they faced a "toxic" culture while working on the BBC show.
Israel’s underground hospital prepares for attack
The facility, close to the border with Lebanon, is on standby in the event of another war.
The Nobel winner tasked with leading a nation out of chaos
Muhammad Yumus has been chosen to lead an interim government after the ouster of Bangladesh's ex-PM.
Inside Out 2 boosts Disney as theme parks struggle
Disney swings to a pre-tax profit, largely thanks to the highest-grossing animated film ever.
Harris and Walz hold first rally together as new Democratic ticket
At a raucous event in Pennsylvania, the pair attack their Republican opponents and vow to win the crucial swing state.
Could the city of Greyfriars Bobby ban dogs from graveyards?
Councillors in Edinburgh are being asked to decide whether dogs should be banned from cemeteries.
Last missing Israeli victim of Hamas attack declared dead
Until now, no trace had been found of Bilha Yinon, whose house was burnt down on 7 October.
Gemma Collins advert for depression headset banned
The advertising watchdog rules that an ad posted by the TV personality on Instagram broke its rules.
Six in court accused of smuggling cocaine in bananas
A delivery to "Glasgow Fruit Market" containing drugs was intercepted at the Port of Dover in 2020.
Businessman tackled Southport knifeman after hearing screams
Johnathan Hayes was stabbed in the leg after he intervened in the attack.
Rioters are destroying own communities, DFM says
The deputy first minister says she wants to send a strong message against racism.
Refugees in Scotland 'living in fear' following riots
Disorder in other parts of the UK has left people scared to go out, the Scottish Refugee Council says.
No complacency over riots coming to Wales, says FM
Eluned Morgan says she has spoken to the prime minister about the possibility of riots in Wales.
Bournemouth Echo
Thugs in balaclavas smashed through community café with crowbars
THREE thugs in balaclavas smashed through a community café after breaking in with crowbars.
Police won't tolerate 'thuggery' at planned right wing protest in Bournemouth
DORSET Police has warned it will not tolerate disruption at a planned protest outside Bournemouth town hall next week.
Child's bicycle stolen outside Tesco supermarket
POLICE are looking to speak to two people after a child’s bicycle was stolen from outside a Tesco.
Woman ‘horror-struck’ at state of Bournemouth after returning from USA
A WOMAN who grew up in Bournemouth has said she is ‘horror-struck’ at the state of the town after returning from 40 years in the USA.
From Hollywood to BCP: New film office set to bring stars to area
The sight of Hollywood A-listers, directors and their crews could soon become more common in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
In The Dock: Assaults, criminal damage and court order breaches
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Plans resubmitted to redevelop care home that closed due to ‘Brexit uncertainty’
Plans to demolish a former care home and build two blocks of flats have been resubmitted after being refused twice.
Plans for office block in residential area slammed as 'unacceptable'
PLANS for a new office block to be built in a residential area of Christchurch have been halted.
Bournemouth restaurant offering free food later this month
A RESTAURANT in Bournemouth is offering a free side and drink to students who have completed their A Levels later this month.
Lifesaving competition workers rescue struggling swimmer
Workers at a surf lifesaving competition rescued a swimmer in need who was struggling to keep their head above water.
Owners of new outdoor sauna make bid for extended opening hours
THE owners of an outdoor sauna coming to Christchurch have proposed changes to its opening hours.
I went for a Sunday lunch at The Britannia and this is what I thought
My friend Lidia and I were invited to indulge in a Sunday roast at one of Heartwood Collections' restaurants in Dorset.
Volunteers clear 60kg of waste from beach
Volunteers cleared 60kg of waste from a part of the beach over the weekend.
Trust to 'revitalise' nature around railway stations
SOUTH Western Railway has awarded a grant of £39,252 to Dorset Wildlife Trust for various projects.
100 stalls, food, music and more at huge summer fair
A summer fair will take place in the grounds of a Dorset school this month.
Plans for offices at former Prezzo given the green light
PLANS to convert a former restaurant into offices have been given the green light.
Final details for festival set to blend 'sophistication, culture and excitement'
The final details for a festival that is set to be a ‘unique blend of sophistication, culture and excitement’ have been confirmed.
Popular vegan festival to return to Bournemouth next month
The countdown is on for a popular vegan festival returning to Bournemouth next month.
Have your say on the next 50 years of Studland
RESIDENTS can now have their say on how the next 20 to 50 years of Studland will look.
Video game firms urged to tap into unclaimed tax relief
Video game companies in the UK may be missing out on millions of pounds of tax relief, an accountancy firm in Poole warns.
Design agency moves in to Bobby's in Bournemouth town centre
A product design agency has opened a studio at Bobby's in Bournemouth.
Mudeford RNLI celebrates 200th anniversary with historic photo moment
Mudeford's Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) crew took part in a nationwide special photo moment on August 1 to mark the charity's 200th anniversary.
Arts by the Sea Festival announces this year's headline artwork
The Arts by the Sea Festival in Bournemouth has revealed its headline artwork for this year.
Have you seen David? Search on for missing 47-year-old
Can you help us find David Ward from Lyndhurst?
Bin collection missed in 82 streets across BCP conurbation
82 streets were missed in a recent bin collection in the BCP conurbation.
‘Deliberate’ fire started at Poole nature reserve
A ‘DELIBERATE’ fire was started at a Poole nature reserve with the blaze spreading to nearby fencing.
Wilko to unveil revamped Poole store next week
WILKO will re-open at The Dolphin shopping centre in Poole next week.
Budget airline celebrates over 10 million passengers at Bournemouth Airport
RYNAIR is celebrating carrying over 10 million passengers through Bournemouth Airport after 28 years of flights.
Appeal for witnesses after break-in to community café
Officers are appealing for witnesses after thugs in balaclavas smashed into a community café.
Cranbourne school manager to compete in one of UK's oldest horse races
A SCHOOL site manager is set to compete in one of the UK's oldest horse races.
Student union ‘appalled’ by riots and warns to stay vigilant
THE STUDENT union at Bournemouth University have said it is “appalled” by recent riots and advises students to be vigilant.
Officers chase and arrest man after Tesco robbery
A man has been arrested on suspicion of burglary after being caught red-handed breaking into a Tesco in Bournemouth.
Chris Isaak to perform in Bournemouth next week
AMERICAN singer-songwriter and guitarist Chris Isaak will perform in Bournemouth next week.
Does your UK passport number change when renewed? What page to find it on
See if your UK passport number will change if you have renewed it - what it is and where to find it, according to travel experts.
Dog owners issued warning over potentially fatal toxic algae
Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets
Formula 1
Brown admits surprise at McLaren's position as he identifies key factor in constructors' battle
Zak Brown has revealed that McLaren’s recent return to frontrunner status was unexpected for the team, as they find themselves just 42 points behind Red Bull in the constructors’ standings.
GRILL THE GRID: Watch and play along as the drivers take on the A-Z challenge!
It’s time for the second edition of Grill the Grid in 2024, and for this round the drivers have been tasked with an old favourite – it’s the A-Z challenge!
POWER RANKINGS: Where do the drivers rank at the halfway stage of the season?
We’ve been treated to plenty of thrilling action over the first 14 Grands Prix of the season, with no fewer than seven drivers and four teams taking race victories. But how do the scores from our Power Rankings judges stack up at the halfway mark? Here’s the top-10 list at the summer break...
Shovlin explains why ‘naturally gifted’ Antonelli stands out as he assesses whether Mercedes’ progress impacts second seat decision
Mercedes Engineering Director Andrew Shovlin has given his take on why Kimi Antonelli – the youngster linked to the team’s vacant seat for 2025 – has stood out to the squad, as well as explaining whether the Silver Arrows’ improved form of late could influence the decision on their second driver.
Aston Martin welcomes its largest group of undergraduates
Aston Martin is welcoming its largest group of undergraduate students to its 2024 placement programme.
F1 Quiz: Can you name the Formula 1 driver from his team history?
We've given you the team career of 10 F1 racers. All you have to do is identify which driver it is...
Windows Central
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 system requirements — Make sure your PC is ready
The Windows PC requirements for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 have been revealed, so check and make sure your rig is ready to run the teeming Tyranid hordes.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 leaks are making the rounds weeks ahead of the COD: Next showcase
A build of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is reportedly being played on jailbroken PS4 consoles, and leakers are having a field day sharing details ahead of the game’s Next showcase later this month.
Is Black Myth: Wukong a Soulslike game?
Black Myth: Wukong is one of this year's biggest upcoming games, but is it a Soulslike? Here's what you need to know.
Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X is a high-performance Zen 5 processor that demands a quality motherboard to help realize its full potential. I've collected the best boards using the X670E chipset right here.
Microsoft snaps back at Delta, accuses airline CEO of sharing comments that were "incomplete, false, misleading, and damaging to Microsoft and its reputation"
Microsoft shared a strong respond to recent accusations from the Delta CEO. Microsoft called Delta's claims surrounding the recent CrowdStrike outage "incomplete, false, misleading, and damaging to Microsoft and its reputation."
EA didn't forget after all: One of the best Star Wars games is finally coming to last-gen Xbox and PlayStation consoles next month
Over a year after originally announcing it, EA has finally given the Xbox One and PS4 version of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor a release date — and it's not far off.
Why including a keyboard with the next-gen Xbox and PlayStation would boost console gaming
Microsoft and Sony are both gearing up for the next generation of Xbox and PlayStation hardware. I think a significant way to shake up the industry would be to include a QWERTY keyboard as standard, enhancing social aspects of games that demand it.
Microsoft is reportedly using deception as fair game to get Windows 11 users to switch to Bing
Reports indicate Microsoft is using the Bing Wallpaper app to get Windows 11 users to switch to Bing as the "recommended browser settings" for fast and secure search results.
One of 2024's best rated games teases a huge free update for 2025, and you can buy-in for under $9 right now
Smash indie hit Balatro is getting a big update in 2025, announced alongside the news that its sold 2 million copies.
HP OmniBook X vs. OmniBook Ultra: Snapdragon X or Ryzen AI 300 in your AI PC?
HP rebranded its PCs earlier this year, and its OmniBook lineup offers a premium experience for regular users. Let's look at the differences between these laptops to help you make the right decision.
Lenovo's latest ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 uses versatile designs and long battery life to counter some disappointments
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 features an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with integrated Intel Graphics, but its performance isn't what you'd expect. Our review.
The Alienware wireless mouse and keyboard duo that knocked Razer off my desk is enjoying a rare discount
Alienware finally cracked the code with its latest Pro Wireless Gaming duo of accessories, and right now you can pick up my personal mouse and keyboard for less.
This discounted XPS 13 can run ALL your favorite apps, thanks to its Intel Core Ultra CPU
Dell's Back to School sale slashes $210 off the Intel version of the XPS 13. If you're a student, you can save an additional 10% on the highly reviewed thin-and-light laptop.
I'm thrilled with Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2's co-op experience — here's how it goes above and beyond
After playing an early build of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, I'm excited to see the rest of what developer Saber Interactive has built. Here's my preview.
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X review: While Intel suffers setbacks, Team Red takes the mid-range gaming CPU crown
AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X desktop CPU offers improved performance at a lower price and power draw compared to previous chips and rivals at Intel, making it a solid mid-range option.
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X review: Cheaper and more efficient than ever, Zen 5 tempts with an entry-level gaming CPU
AMD's Ryzen 5 9600X offers affordable gaming, excelling in single-core performance and power efficiency. However, minimal multi-core bumps won't benefit users with recent CPUs.
Logitech decries subscription-based forever mouse that "is not an actual or planned product but a peek into provocative internal thinking on future possibilities"
Logitech's CEO recently discussed a mouse that would require a subscription to receive software updates. The company has since clarified that it has no plans for such an accessory.
Laffgaff
What does a philographist collect?
Autographs.
Computer Programming
How do you make a computer say "5"? You'll figure it out. It's programming binary 101.
Itsfoss
How to Back up or Clone a Virtual Machine on VirtualBox
Whether you want a duplicate of your VM or want to safely store a backup, VirtualBox lets you do that easily.