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Do not undermine Gaza ceasefire deal, warns Biden
The US president says negotiators are moving closer than ever to a ceasefire deal after new talks.
Ukraine incursion destroys key Russian bridge
Ukraine destroys a bridge over the river Seym as it continues its incursion into Russia's Kursk region.
National strike held over India doctor's murder
Non-essential services are at a standstill in an escalated protest demanding greater protections.
Actors demand action over 'disgusting' explicit video game scenes
They say the scenes, which they often don't know about in advance, leave them "shaken" and "upset."
Call for respect as Instagram tourists flood park
A growing flood visitors to a national park are urged to research and respect the area.
Trump and Harris battle over election’s biggest issue
Both US presidential candidates are trying to win voters over on their plans for the economy.
Is Wizz Air's 'all you can fly' subscription too good to be true?
The budget airline's subscription has sparked excitement in some - and angered others who have suffered delays and cancellations.
Men in 'baying mob' get toughest riot sentences yet
Two men, including one seen looting Lush, are jailed over "12 hours of racist, hate-fuelled mob violence".
Candles to be lit ahead of Southport victim Bebe King's funeral
On the day of six-year-old Bebe King's funeral, her family would like candles to be lit in her memory.
Molly-Mae, Tommy Fury and the 'brutal' Love Island bubble
When all your relationship firsts are broadcast to millions, are you doomed to fail before you start?
Paul Hollywood defends wife over pub sale
The Great British Bake Off judge says his family has faced 'vindictiveness' over Smarden pub sale.
Tesco recalls 'melt in middle' vegan burgers for getting too hot
The supermarket says there is a potential "burn risk" to customers when eating them.
Girl discovers dinosaur footprints on beach walk
Experts think 10-year-old Tegan uncovered prints of a huge herbivore from the late triassic period.
The Papers: 'Strike pain' and 'has Labour lost control of the unions?'
Concern over planned strikes by train drivers and border staff is leading a number of Saturday's front pages.
Made in Korea: When a British boy band got the K-pop treatment
New BBC show sees British boy band hopefuls Dear Alice put through rigorous K-pop training in Seoul.
How many Paris 2024 medallists come from your area?
Find out which part of Team GB won the most medals at this years Olympics
Who is Hollywood's 'Ketamine Queen', facing trial over Matthew Perry death?
The indictment alleges that Ms Sangha’s distribution of ketamine on October 24, 2023, caused Matthew Perry’s death.
UK garage music at 30: It’s not dying, but a way of life
Thirty years since the beats of garage music took the UK by storm, to some the genre means more than music.
Fans, fireworks and twins: Photos of the week
A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.
Woman charged in alleged plan to steal Elvis's Graceland
Lisa Jeanine Findley is accused of orchestrating an alleged scheme to conduct a fraudulent sale of Graceland.
Neolithic site to be covered over as Orkney dig ends
The excavation of one of the world's finest Stone Age sites is ending after twenty years of digging.
Rare ‘doomsday’ oarfish spotted off California coast
It is believed oarfish, which live in the deep sea, often come up to shore before earthquakes.
'I was terrified' - Saoirse Ronan learns lambing for The Outrun
Based on Amy Liptrot’s award winning memoir, the film is about a young woman returning to Orkney to deal with her past.
Travellers advised to consider mpox vaccine
There is concern about a new strain of the disease that has been spreading in parts of Africa.
Watch: Moment brawl breaks out in Turkish parliament
A debate over the status of a jailed Turkish opposition figure led to widespread fighting between opposing MPs.
We want same pay deal as drivers, says RMT boss
The Conservatives say Labour has been "played" by the unions and lost control of public sector pay.
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Failures led to girl's Costa drink death - coroner
The girl's mother accuses the food industry of treating allergy training as a "tick box exercise".
Army chaplain injured in stabbing at barracks
Fr Paul Murphy has been taken to hospital in Galway, where his injuries are said to be serious but not life-threatening.
Scottish Tory deputy leader quits in leadership contest row
Party leader Douglas Ross is reported to have said last year that he should be replaced by candidate Russell Findlay.
Call for respect as Instagram tourists flood park
A growing flood visitors to a national park are urged to research and respect the area.
Ukraine hopes its incursion into Russia changes outcome of war
Ukrainians say the foray into Kursk brings tactical advantages - and opens the door to ending the war.
Nigel Farage earning more than £1m a year outside parliament
The Reform UK leader's disclosures were made in parliament's latest Register of Members' Financial Interests.
Dino-hunting girl discovers giant footprints on beach walk
Experts think 10-year-old Tegan uncovered prints of a huge herbivore from the late triassic period.
Costa hot chocolate death should be allergy wake-up call, campaigners say
The parents of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse say Hannah Jacobs's death is a "wake up call" for the food industry.
SNP MP suspended over 'unacceptable' Gaza posts
Writing on X on Mr Mason said Israel's actions in Gaza did not amount to "genocide".
Rare ‘doomsday’ oarfish spotted off California coast
It is believed oarfish, which live in the deep sea, often come up to shore before earthquakes.
Is Wizz Air's 'all you can fly' subscription too good to be true?
The budget airline's subscription has sparked excitement in some - and angered others who have suffered delays and cancellations.
Will Democratic Convention be repeat of 1968, when 'all hell broke loose'?
Veterans of the notorious anti-Vietnam protests say nothing can compare to the 1968 convention.
'I've been sleeping under a bridge in Lagos for 30 years'
Liya’u Sa’adu cannot afford to rent a shack, let alone a room - like some 500,000 others in Nigeria’s main city.
Instagram tourists urged to respect beauty spot
A growing flood of visitors to a national park are urged to research and respect the area.
Paul Hollywood defends wife over pub sale
The Great British Bake Off judge says his family has faced 'vindictiveness' over Smarden pub sale.
Ukraine incursion destroys key Russian bridge
Ukraine destroys a bridge over the river Seym as it continues its incursion into Russia's Kursk region.
Indiana Jones's Temple of Doom hat sells for £490k
Harrison Ford is seen wearing the fedora while leaping from a plane in the 1984 film.
Watch supplies get delivered to astronauts stranded in space
The crew aboard the International Space Station includes two Nasa astronauts stuck on a mission.
Indian doctors on strike over rape and murder of colleague
Non-essential services are at a standstill in an escalated protest demanding greater protections.
Funeral for Southport victim Bebe King under way
Six-year-old Bebe King's family would like candles to be lit in her memory on the day of her funeral.
Teenager charged in connection with army chaplain stabbing
The incident happened on Thursday evening at Renmore Barracks, County Galway.
John Mason stripped of SNP whip over 'unacceptable' Gaza posts
Writing on X on Mr Mason said Israel's actions in Gaza did not amount to "genocide".
Windows 'shake' as large fire engulfs car dealership
Around 100 firefighters have worked overnight to extinguish a large fire at a car dealership.
Around 100 firefighters tackle blaze at historic Somerset House
London Fire Brigade says it has sent around 100 firefighters and 15 fire engines to the scene in central London.
Costa hot chocolate death should be allergy wake-up call, campaigners say
The parents of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse say Hannah Jacobs's death is a "wake up call" for the food industry.
Ukraine strengthening positions in captured Russian territory - Zelensky
Ukraine surprised many with its incursion which came as Russia was making progress in the east.
Gaza ceasefire progress is an illusion, says Hamas
US President Joe Biden had said a ceasefire was "closer than we have ever been" following talks in Qatar.
One in four children start school without toilet training, charity says
A charity says it wants to help families struggling with toilet training ahead of September.
'I've been sleeping under a bridge in Lagos for 30 years'
Liya’u Sa’adu cannot afford to rent a shack, let alone a room - like some 500,000 others in Nigeria’s main city.
Watch supplies get delivered to astronauts stranded in space
The crew aboard the International Space Station includes two Nasa astronauts stuck on a mission.
Trump and Harris battle over election’s biggest issue
Both US presidential candidates are trying to win voters over on their plans for the economy.
Grammy-winning producer seeks to dismiss rape lawsuit
The-Dream was accused of rape and sexual battery in June by a former protégé, Chanaaz Mangroe.
Funeral held for Southport victim Bebe King
Six-year-old Bebe was the youngest of the three girls killed in the knife attack at a dance class.
Police officer in hospital after being struck with brick
Two men were being arrested in connection with a string of robberies when the officer was attacked.
Mum 'frightened' son shares similarities with triple killer
She says the same trust that looked after Valdo Calocane had failed her mentally-ill son.
Convicted murderer David McCord on the run
The 54-year-old was last seen on the Castlereagh Road at around 16:30 BST on Friday.
Bournemouth Echo
Litter strewn across the beach and thousands of cars parked 'erratically'
BCP residents say the sheer number of people flooding the beaches during the summer creates 'absolutely horrendous' problems concerning parking, traffic and beach litter.
'Screaming and fighting' coming from new bar prompts licence review
A new bar in Highcliffe is facing a licence review following complaints of noise, anti-social behaviour and ‘workplace violence’.
Bournemouth businesses stay vigilant in growing concerns of protest
BOURNEMOUTH town centre businesses are unwavered by police's warnings of far-right protests on August 18 and plan to stay open.
Tributes paid after three people die in car crash after Dorset show
TRIBUTES have been paid to three people who died after attending a Dorset agricultural show.
Artistic baker wowing locals with specialised macarons
AN NHS nurse turned artistic baker is wowing customers with specialised macarons.
20-year-old student found dead at home
AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a 20-year-old woman who was found unresponsive in her home.
In The Dock: Man who stole cat treats and beer among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Kids flee cops before huge knife 'linked to pair' found on roof
TWO kids tried to flee police officers before a huge knife was found.
Man found with several bottles of wine arrested
A MAN who was found with several bottles of suspected stolen wine has been arrested.
Singing sensation to perform at Dorset church
Singing sensation Russell Watson will perform at a Dorset church this autumn.
Tourist blasts 'puddles of urine' and 'overpriced rolls' at Durdle Door
Durdle Door has plenty of negative reviews criticising its parking costs, the state of its toilets and overcrowded nature over the years
Violence erupted on the beach and streets of Bournemouth - 60 years on
The Whitsun bank holiday of 1964 cast a long shadow over Britain, revealing a societal undercurrent of unrest simmering beneath the surface of its seaside idyll
'Poole Park gates should be opened'
IT'S A disgrace that the council did not listen to 63 per cent of people that want the gate open. It is the people's park.
Police advise Bournemouth town centre businesses to stay open
BOURNEMOUTH town centre businesses have been advised to stay open by Dorset Police despite worries around planned protests.
Coastguard evacuate casualty from beach near Bournemouth Pier
POOLE Coastguard helped evacuate a casualty from the beach near Bournemouth Pier in the early hours of the morning.
Extra police heading to Bournemouth ahead of planned protests
ADDITIONAL security measures will be used by BCP Council ahead of this weekend's planned protests in Bournemouth.
Morebus warn of delay to services due to Bournemouth protests
DORSET public transport company, Morebus, has warned of service delays in anticipation of protests in Bournemouth.
Formula 1
HALF TERM REPORT: Aston Martin – After a low-key start, can Aston Martin get themselves back in the mix?
Aston Martin sprung a surprise in 2023 when they emerged as Red Bull’s nearest challengers and racked up plenty of podiums via new signing Fernando Alonso. But it’s not been such a fruitful start to the current campaign, with the outfit often fifth-best in terms of performance and yet to record a rostrum visit. As they ponder how to rejoin the fight at the front, here’s a look at their year so far…
BARRETTO: It’s Lawson vs Ricciardo for the second RB seat in 2025 – but is there a way to keep them both happy?
There is a scenario where both Ricciardo and Lawson are happy. How can that be, you might wonder, as three doesn’t go into two? Well, let’s go through it…
Windows Central
Diablo 4's latest patch notes brings plentiful bug fixes — here's what you need to know
A new patch is coming for Diablo 4 on Aug. 20, 2024, and the patch notes spell out a number of bug fixes that players can expect.
Age of Empires Mobile is launching globally later this year — here's when you can play it
Age of Empires Mobile is launching globally on Oct. 17, 2024, with the developers working to give players a strategy experience suited for phones and tablets.
PSA: Fortnite seems to be having issues on Xbox right now
Fortnite players on Xbox are reporting issues like crashing and failing to log in, and the developers are looking into it.
The First Descendant Season 1 is unveiled with Ultimate Freyna, new ways to power up, and so much more content
The First Descendant's debut season is just around the corner with two new Descendants, new seasonal progression, and a ton of brand-new content.
Diablo 4: How to get Mythic Uniques as fast and easy as possible
Mythic Uniques are the best gear in Diablo 4, highly rare and incredibly powerful. But how do you even get a Mythic Unique, and can you craft them? How do you get Resplendent Sparks? The answers lie within.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard PC system requirements — Is your system ready for the Dread Wolf?
The Windows PC requirements for Dragon Age: The Veilguard are available, showing what your system needs in order to return to Thedas.
Google might be cutting support for 'the world's most popular ad-blocker,' but this Windows Registry trick will help Chrome and Edge users keep intrusive ads at bay for a year longer
Google is cutting support for uBlock Origin in Chrome, but you can extend its support for one year using the ExtensionManifestV2Availability policy in the Windows Registry.
This Legion Go accessory unites the handheld's detached controllers into one comfortable gamepad like a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con
JSAUX Handle Strap Kit for Legion Go is a set of three accessories that help make the controllers more convenient to use while detached from the gaming handheld. Our review.
PSA — Dragon Age: Inquisition plays extremely well on gaming handhelds, and it's the perfect way to get ready for The Veilguard
With Dragon Age: The Veilguard releasing this year, revisiting the previous game, Inquisition is a great way to get ready. It plays well on gaming handhelds too.
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X vs. Ryzen 9 7950X: The older Zen 4 CPU remains a great option for most users
AMD has launched its initial four Zen 5 desktop CPUs, and the high-end Ryzen 9 chips offer only slight performance gains. Still, there's a case to be made for those who want only the best in their PC. I compare the Ryzen 9 9950X and 7950X to help you make the right choice.
Sneak a peak at Monster Hunter Wilds' most defensive weapon with this gameplay trailer
Capcom has just released the 13th installment in Monster Hunter Wilds' weapons overview series and this trailer shows off the new defensive capabilities of the Lance.
Laffgaff
The ‘Goldberg Variations’ by Johann Bach were written for what musical instrument?
Harpsichord.
Wine Return
I'm taking my box of wine back and filing a complaint. It said once opened it would last 6 weeks, but it was gone after 3 hrs.