BBC News
Harris goads Trump into flustered performance on pivotal night
The former president couldn't resist his rival's personal digs at the debate which threw him off message, writes Anthony Zurcher.
Taylor Swift endorses 'warrior' Kamala Harris for president
The pop star says on Instagram the country can accomplish more if "we are led by calm and not chaos".
Government to propose ban on no-fault evictions
England's 11 million renters are set to get more security as Labour introduces a new bill.
Biden hints at ending Ukraine long-range weapons restrictions
If granted it would fulfil repeated requests by Ukraine for restrictions on such weapons to be lifted.
UK farming's 'net zero' climate target in doubt
Doubts are raised over UK farming's ability to reach "net zero" greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Prisoners released early but some victims 'not warned'
More than 1,700 prisoners have been released early in England and Wales as part of a government scheme to ease overcrowding in prisons.
Its supporters dream of heat-resistant cows. But gene editing is making others nervous
A UK law allowing gene-edited food has been paused and some British scientists fear being overtaken.
'It's not good': New royal statue divides opinion
The council's deputy mayor says people are entitled to their opinions of the statue at Antrim Castle
Millions of pensioners to lose winter fuel payments after government wins Commons vote
The attempt to halt the planned cuts was defeated by 348 to 228 votes - a majority of 120 - but it is not clear how many Labour MPs abstained.
Technicality gives breakdancer Raygun world number one ranking
The Australian breakdancer is on top of the latest rankings despite her polarizing Olympic routine.
Grohl admits fathering child outside of marriage
The Foo Fighters frontman posted an announcement on his Instagram page but has turned off comments.
Harris digs at Trump over 'bored' fans leaving his rallies
The ex-president responded by claiming Harris had to pay people to attend her own events.
The many identities of the first woman vice-president
The daughter of an Indian-born mother and Jamaican-born father, Kamala Harris began her career as a prosecutor.
A billionaire eyeing a return to the White House
Long before Donald Trump became US president, he was "The Donald", a celebrity and property tycoon.
A simple guide to the US 2024 presidential election
Trying to understand it for the first time or need a refresher? This guide can help.
The midwives who stopped murdering girls and started saving them
In rural India, a group of midwives routinely murdered newborn girls - and then began to resist.
The Papers: Ukraine missile 'go-ahead' and' winter fuel 'fight'
Reports the US could lift a ban on long-range missiles being used by Ukraine and the winter fuel payment vote feature on the front pages.
James McAvoy: Extreme opinions are everywhere
The Scottish star explores toxic masculinity in Hollywood's remake of Danish horror Speak No Evil.
The Jeremy Kyle Show: Cancelled and controversial but cleared
The show came to an abrupt end after a guest, Steven Dymond, was found dead in 2019.
Grand Theft Audio? The tricky business of music and gaming
How much is a song worth? That's the question after Rockstar Games butts heads with an 80s pop star.
Conservative leadership: Who are the candidates?
The Conservatives are choosing a new leader to replace former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
'I will miss out on winter fuel payment by £3'
Pensioners are missing out on winter fuel payments by as little as £3, with some saying they will have to continue working well into old age.
Iconic firm Campbell Soup set to drop soup from name
Executives at the 155-year old firm plan to change its name to reflect its growing line of products.
Harry Potter series launches casting call for young actors
To be eligible to audition, children must be between the ages of nine and 11 in April 2025.
Prince William says Kate has a 'long way to go'
The Prince of Wales spoke about his wife's cancer treatment during a public appearance in Wales.
King's Australia trip will be biggest since cancer diagnosis
The King and Queen are to visit Australia and Samoa next month.
'Tenacious' doctors stopped Lucy Letby's return to ward, inquiry hears
The inquiry into events surrounding the crimes of child serial killer nurse Lucy Letby has begun.
WWE Raw cut to 2 hours before Netflix move
WWE's flagship show has reduced its running time from three hours, with a streaming move coming in 2025.
Billionaire takes off for first ever private spacewalk
The mission is the first of three funded by payments processing business founder Jared Isaacman.
No 'clear link' between Jeremy Kyle Show and guest death - coroner
Steve Dymond took his own life after being told he had failed a lie detector test on The Jeremy Kyle Show.
'It's not good': New royal statue divides opinion
The council's deputy mayor says people are entitled to their opinions of the statue at Antrim Castle
Scottish government faces defeat in free school meals vote
Opposition parties say the Scottish government should fulfil its promise to give all primary pupils the benefit.
Mine water could heat thousands of Welsh homes
Energy bills could be cut by low carbon heat schemes which use water from abandoned Welsh coal mines.
'I can start my life an innocent man' after conviction for 1990 murder overturned
Judges quashed the "unsafe" conviction of Oliver Campbell, who has learning difficulties, after more than three decades.
Junior doctors called Lucy Letby 'Nurse Death' - inquiry
The NHS's response to serial killer Lucy Letby's crimes is being examined in a public inquiry.
Rioter’s mum to pay compensation after missing sentencing for Ibiza trip
The boy's sentencing had been postponed because his mother went on holiday to Ibiza.
'It's unusual to grieve this way,' says widow of aid worker Simon Boas
Aurelie Boas tells the BBC what it has been like overseeing the posthumous publication of her husband's book about death.
No-fault eviction ban to be in place by summer, minister hopes
The plans would also ban bidding wars and prevent landlords from blocking tenants on benefits or with children.
Sunak accuses PM of 'hiding' winter fuel cut impact
Keir Starmer defends his decision to take away winter fuel payments from millions of pensioners.
Iran sending missiles to Russia changes Ukraine debate - Lammy
On a visit to Kyiv, the UK foreign secretary said said the UK would provide £600m in aid to Ukraine.
Finucane's fight for public inquiry 'a long journey'
The UK government has previously apologised for state collusion in the 1989 shooting.
UK government confirms £500m Tata Steel subsidy, as 2,500 jobs to go
Ministers say they have reached an "improved deal" to safeguard the future of Tata's Port Talbot plant.
Nurse jailed for leaving baby at home to go to work
Ten-week-old Joshua Akerele died after being left alone for over eight hours.
Pesto linked to botulism cases in France
A locally-made wild garlic sauce may have been contaminated with a dangerous toxin, say officials.
What the world thought of US debate
How the Harris-Trump debate was seen from Putin's Kremlin, Ukraine's frontlines and online in Afghanistan.
Watch key moments from Harris-Trump clash
The pair had a feisty first meeting, sharing personal insults and criticisms over policy.
Eating pets, inflation, abortion - key debate claims fact-checked
BBC Verify has been examining Trump and Harris's claims in their first head-to-head debate in the US election campaign.
Nurses working in fear: BBC visits mpox epicentre
The BBC visits a clinic at the epicentre of the outbreak where the rate of infections is increasing.
Chris Mason: How to measure dissent in Labour's landslide majority
The BBC's political editor assesses the fact that around 50 Labour MPs failed to back the party on the winter fuel payment vote.
The great gene editing debate: can it be safe and ethical?
A UK law allowing gene-edited food has been paused and some British scientists fear being overtaken.
UK farming's 'net zero' climate target in doubt
Doubts are raised over UK farming's ability to reach "net zero" greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
How Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei became ‘an inspiration' to girls in her community
Rebecca Cheptegei's community have come together to mourn her after her ex-partner set her alight.
James McAvoy: Extreme opinions are everywhere
The Scottish star explores toxic masculinity in Hollywood's remake of Danish horror Speak No Evil.
£800,000 spent on traffic-reducing scheme - but car numbers go up
Residents say the project has been a failure that has increased traffic and created safety hazards.
Thousands flee Vietnam floods after typhoon hits
One of the country's largest rivers reached its highest level in two decades on Wednesday.
Labour's net zero quest will cost jobs, unions fear
The government needs to rethink green policies to avoid destroying working class communities, unions say.
Maze singer Frankie Beverly dies aged 77
The news was confirmed by his family on social media, who said he lived his life with "pure soul".
Chancellor warns hard decisions ahead in Budget
Rachel Reeves says tough choices will have to be made over tax, spending and welfare.
Van Gogh exhibition gets rave reviews from critics
The exhibition opens on Saturday, featuring more than 60 artworks including two sunflower paintings.
Girl, 14, arrested after fatal house fire
Detectives say they are keeping an "open mind" in their investigation.
'It's not good' - new statue of late Queen and Prince Philip divides opinion
The council's deputy mayor says people are entitled to their opinions of the statue at Antrim Castle.
Conviction for 1990 murder quashed decades later
Judges quashed the "unsafe" conviction of Oliver Campbell, who has learning difficulties, after more than three decades.
Finucane's fight for public inquiry 'a long journey'
The UK government has previously apologised for state collusion in the 1989 shooting.
Scotland's prison population higher after early release scheme
There are now more people in the country's jails than there were before 477 prisoners were released early
Four arrests after man injured in serious assault
Police were called to Cwm Road in Swansea after a report of an injured man on Wednesday afternoon.
Bournemouth Echo
Bournemouth resident asks pub-goers to stop urinating in his garden
A Bournemouth man has asked people who leave a pub on Charminster Road to stop peeing in his garden after it has plagued him for months.
Mail 'irretrievably damaged' after post box set alight
A post box in Bournemouth was set alight destroying the mail inside, reports the Royal Mail.
Police defends itself from former London cop who said Bournemouth has crime problem
Dorset Police and the crime commissioner has defended itself from criticism of top anti-knife crime campaigner Norman Brennan.
Huge zombie knife found on streets of Bournemouth
A HUGE zombie knife was found on a man walking the streets of Bournemouth.
Residents having 'sleepless nights' over noisy manhole cover
A LOOSE manhole cover giving some residents sleepless nights will be repaired “as soon as possible”.
Air festival fire was 'deliberate', say fire service
A CLIFFTOP fire that started during the Bournemouth Air Festival is believed to have bene started deliberately.
New discount shop opens in Winton: Nothing over £3
A CHARITY has opened its "cheapest store yet" in Winton.
Residents can ask questions to police during live broadcast
DORSET Police will host a second Facebook Live online public meeting.
Temporary restrictions while sea defences are installed
TEMPORARY restrictions will be in place while seasonal flood defences are deployed along a seafront.
Great British Bake Off star to appear at Wimborne Food Festival
FORMER Great British Bake Off contestant and Dorset’s very own star baker Maggie Richardson will appear at Wimborne Food Festival this weekend.
Bournemouth Foodbank getting a run for their money this October
BOURNEMOUTH Foodbank has joined forces with a running group to raise money for a new van to expand its services.
New neighbourhood plan one step closer to reality
WOOL residents are one step closer to having greater influence over planning decisions in their village.
New build homes 'heavily discounted' below market value
New build homes recently constructed in Verwood are being “heavily discounted” below their market value.
Dorset's top 10 places to live revealed in Muddy Stilettos 2024 awards
Wimborne, Sherborne and Lyme Regis are among the places included in Dorset's Best Places to Live for 2024 according to Muddy Stilettos
Summer scheme to reunite missing people proves successful
LV=Kidzone 2024 was a scheme dedicated to keeping children and vulnerable people safe across the conurbation’s coastline.
Fishmongers named the best in Dorset
A Parkstone fishmonger has won a Dorset Award for the best fish business in the county.
Bournemouth MP opens new access wellbeing centre in Boscombe
The new drop in hub will be a major boost for local mental health services.
Join UHD in raising money for your chosen department with Walk for Wards
Walkers can choose to either take part in a 3km, 5km or 10km at Upton Country Park in Poole.
Dorset animal activism group protests at Bournemouth hospital
A Dorset animal activism group protested at Royal Bournemouth Hospital outside clinical waste disposal.
LIVE: Emergency services shut A338 Wessex Way
The A338 Wessex Way has been closed this evening after a crash.
Criminal brothers left taxi driver terrified when firing ball bearings at car
Criminal brothers fired ball bearings at a taxi, leaving the driver terrified.
Dorset Police detective accused of assault at a Bournemouth nightclub
A SERVING Dorset Police officer is to appear in court after an alleged assault and public order offence.
Major roadworks - including speed limit reduction - postponed
Planned roadworks in Upton have been delayed until next year.
Man accused of handling stolen goods worth around £500,000
A man has been summoned to court in connection with allegedly handling stolen goods valuing around £500,000.
Grade 92 expands barbershop as it opens sixth store
James rose to local fame when he and his team were tasked with being the barbers for the Welsh football team in October 2023.
Man arrested for drug offences after failing to stop following a crash in Wimborne
A man has been arrested for alleged drug offences after failing to stop after a crash in Wimborne.
Residents alarmed by 'gun shot'-like noises being heard across Dorset
Residents across Dorset have reported hearing loud, 'gut shot '-like sounds in the evenings.
Noisy manhole cover that gave residents 'sleepless night' now fixed
Work on a loose manhole cover that gave residents “sleepless nights” has been completed.
Road shut for over two hours following a three vehicle crash in Bournemouth
A main road was closed in Bournemouth following a three-vehicle collision.
Alert issued after sewage discharged near Poole Harbour
Swimmers are being advised not to enter the water in Poole after a pollution risk alert has been flagged.
Man tries to break into cafe with crowbar
A MAN attempted two break into a Winton cafe with a crowbar.
Laptops stolen from Bournemouth town centre shop
Five laptops were stolen from a shop in Bournemouth town centre.
'It's just plain wrong': Council lead criticises changes to the winter fuel payment
The leader of Dorset Council has criticised the decision to scrap the winter fuel allowance.
Harry Potter TV series looking for UK children for main roles - how to apply
A casting call has been issued for UK children to fill the roles of Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger in the new HBO Harry Potter series.
How rare are snakes and are there any poisonous species in the UK?
Here is how rare native snakes like Adders, Smooth Snakes and Grass Snakes are in the UK.
DVLA £1,000 fine warning to millions of drivers over little known mistake
Failing to update the details on your driving licence can lead to significant fines of up to £1,000 from the DVLA
Millions warned they could be paying too much tax - how to check your tax code
The most common tax code is 1257L, which is based on the Personal Tax Allowance of £12,570
The Great British Bake Off reveals start date for new series (it's not far away)
The Great British Bake Off will return to Channel 4 for a new series where new amateur bakers will aim to impress Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.
When are NHS flu jabs available? See who is eligible and how to book
When are NHS flu jabs available to book and who can get them? All you need to know.
Met Office forecasts snow as temperatures in the UK set to plummet
Temperatures are expected to rapidly fall this week, and could drop below 0C in parts of the country as early as this evening
Government
Mortgage Prisoners Inquiry Bill [HL]
A Bill to establish an inquiry into the events surrounding the creation of mortgage prisoners, their consequences and any other relevant matters; and for connected purposes.
Consumer Products (Control of Biocides) Bill [HL]
A Bill to restrict the use of biocides (substances with antimicrobial properties) in consumer products; add biocides to the list of substances which cosmetic products, personal care products, and treated articles must not contain except subject to restrictions; require the Secretary of State to monitor the impact of biocides in these products on antibiotic resistance; grant the Secretary of State, and require the use of, powers to reduce the use of biocides which cause antibiotic resistance; prohibit marketing that makes misleading claims about products containing biocides compared to soap and water or alcohol based sanitisers; and for connected purposes.
Property (Digital Assets etc) Bill [HL]
A Bill to make provision about the types of things that are capable of being objects of personal property rights.
Renters' Rights Bill
A Bill to make provision changing the law about rented homes, including provision abolishing fixed term assured tenancies and assured shorthold tenancies; imposing obligations on landlords and others in relation to rented homes and temporary and supported accommodation; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
‘It’s something we were dreaming of’ – Aston Martin ambassador De la Rosa reckons Newey will be ‘gamechanger’ for team
Pedro de la Rosa has provided initial reaction from inside the Aston Martin camp to the news that Adrian Newey will join the team next year, describing it as a “gamechanger” for their prospects.
‘I can't believe I'm going to lose this title’ – F3 champion Fornaroli on his spectacular final-lap showdown and F2 promotion
It almost got away from him, but Leonardo Fornaroli showed the fortitude and bravery to win the 2024 Formula 3 Drivers’ Championship at the final corner on the final lap of the season.
Ella Lloyd announced as Wild Card entry for Round 5 of F1 ACADEMY in Singapore
F1 ACADEMY has announced that British racer Ella Lloyd will join the grid as the Wild Card entry for Round 5 of the season in Singapore.
Stroll explains how ‘greatest in the world’ Newey will fit into existing Aston Martin team as he confirms ‘full-time F1 commitment’
Lawrence Stroll has made it clear that Adrian Newey will be “full-time committed” to Aston Martin’s F1 project when he joins the organisation next year, providing “leadership and direction” to the existing technical team.
BEYOND THE GRID: Jolyon Palmer on his 'career-killer' teammates and sudden F1 exit
Listen to Jolyon Palmer on the latest episode of Beyond The Grid...
THIS WEEK IN F1: 10 quiz questions on the latest news and F1 history in Baku
To help get you in the mood for the race we've cooked up a quick quiz all about Grand Prix history in Azerbaijan – and just for good measure we've thrown in a couple of questions about the latest F1 news as well...
IndyCar star and McLaren reserve O'Ward to drive in FP1 at Mexico City Grand Prix
McLaren reserve driver Pato O’Ward will get behind the wheel of the MCL38 in front of his home crowd during FP1 at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
What time is the Formula 1 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix and how can I watch it?
With the European leg of the 2024 season coming to a close, Formula 1 heads to Baku for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix this weekend – and here are all the timings for the three days of action ahead.
What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix?
After a weekend off, Formula 1 travels to Azerbaijan for the start of the final flyaway sequence to conclude the 2024 season – and here’s the weather forecast for the action ahead.
How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro
Formula 1 heads out of Europe for the final flyaway phase of the 2024 season – and the Azerbaijan Grand Prix is the first of those events in a back-to-back street racing sequence with Singapore.
What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix?
Formula 1 moves on to Baku for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix this weekend, with tyre supplier Pirelli bringing their three softest dry compounds to the venue – namely the C3 as the hard, the C4 as the medium and the C5 as the soft.
‘It became very clear and obvious’ – Newey on his Aston Martin move and teaming up with ‘arch-enemy’ Alonso
It was abundantly clear from Tuesday’s press conference at Aston Martin that F1’s leading designer Adrian Newey remains as passionate and excited about the sport as ever – even after a 44-year career that has yielded 25 world titles so far.
Windows Central
As Sony announces the $700 PS5 Pro, the internet unleashes the memes — and even the Xbox is catching strays
We knew the Sony PS5 Pro wouldn't be cheap, but its $699.99 price point has the internet reeling. Here's a round-up of the best memes.
The award-winning Final Fantasy 16 is finally coming to PC next week, and preorders are marked down — save on one of 2023's best games
A week before the launch of FFXVI on PC, you can preorder the beloved Final Fantasy game for less with these deals.
Is STALKER 2 coming to Xbox Game Pass?
STALKER 2 is shaping up to be one of 2024's most-anticipated games, but is it on Xbox Game Pass? Here's what you need to know.
The PS5 Pro's eye-watering price point is actually Xbox's fault, apparently. "A lack of direct competitor."
An analysis from Ampere has blamed Sony's PS5 Pro price point on a "lack of competition," owing to Microsoft's decision to opt out of a mid-gen Xbox Series X.
5 reasons to buy a REAL gaming PC instead of a PS5 Pro (and 3 reasons not to)
Console gaming keeps getting more expensive, and you can now build a respectable gaming PC for about the same price as a PS5 Pro. There are plenty of perks that come with PC gaming, but there are a few reasons why Sony's console still makes sense.
Two former Samsung bigwigs nabbed for allegedly swiping $3.2 billion worth of the company's intellectual property to build a 'brand new second-hand' chip fab in China
Two former Samsung executives were jailed for allegedly stealing Samsung technologies worth approximately $3.2 billion to build a chip-making plant in China.
Intel may lose billions of dollars once set aside by the US CHIPS Act, unless it can get its act together
Intel is set to receive $8 billion in funding from the US Chips Act and an additional $11 billion in loans. But that funding may be in jeopardy due to the chipmaker's struggles.
Ubisoft finally learned a valuable lesson about always online games, but it's still too late
Ubisoft faced massive backlash when it decided to kill The Crew by turning off the servers and not adding an offline mode. But it looks as though one lesson has finally been learned.
Nevada plans to use Google AI to expedite unemployment benefits appeals: "The time savings they’re looking for only happens if the review is very cursory"
A new Google AI-powered system will determine whether unemployed employees will get benefits in Nevada.
Sam Altman's "GPT-4 is the dumbest model any of you will ever have to use" promise might reportedly come to fruition with a hint of 'Strawberry' in two weeks
OpenAI might be gearing up to release its much-anticipated 'reasoning' AI model, Strawberry, in two weeks.
Laffgaff
How many wings does a common housefly have?
Two.
Grandfather’s Career
My grandfather poured his blood, sweat and tears into his career. Amazing man. Horrible chef.
Itsfoss
Change Between sysvinit and systemd in MX Linux
This guide is requested by one of our readers who has been using MX Linux for the past two years and wants to know how he can switch between SysVinit and Systemd.