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'Fayed's attack was sickening' - More sex assault claims emerge
A BBC investigation into Mohamed Al Fayed, the late former Harrods owner, has prompted more women to come forward.
Israel says 100 Hezbollah rocket launchers hit in Lebanon
Extensive Israeli air strikes come after Hezbollah vowed to retaliate over deadly exploding device attacks blamed on Israel.
The cancers with longest treatment waits revealed
Patients with bowel, gynaecological and head and neck cancers are more likely to face delays.
Russia’s war dead tops 70,000 as volunteers face 'meat grinder'
More than 70,000 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine - volunteers now make up the highest number of deaths.
Domestic abuse experts to be embedded in 999 control rooms
The plan is part of the government's pledge to halve violence against women and girls within a decade.
Why UK can't just return migrants to France, as Reform says
Reform UK appears to be wrong to claim Britain can legally turn small boats back in the Channel.
Economy worries swirl after 'painful' Budget warning
Some economists have linked a drop in consumer confidence to officials' warnings of a painful Budget.
America through the looking glass: The crypto bros crowdfunding a new country
How a group of Silicon Valley tech entrepreneurs plan to create "the network state."
Harris and Oprah hold a star-studded rally in Michigan
The vice-president joined the television icon in one of the seven crucial battleground states.
Kylie Minogue announces biggest tour in a decade
The tour will kick off in her home country Australia in February, before swinging through Asia and the UK.
Unite to push winter fuel vote at Labour conference
The trade union is calling on the government to reverse its cut and introduce a wealth tax.
Surgeon 'became robotic' to treat sheer volume of wounded Lebanese
Elias Jaradeh worked for almost 24 hours on the wounded, many of whom lost eyes or the use of their hands.
The Papers: Starmer 'in control' and 'Al Fayed rape scandal'
Friday's headlines include Sir Keir Starmer defending his position and sex attack claims against Mohamed Al Fayed.
Maddy Cusack's legacy will be 'a voice for girls'
The Sheffield United player died suddenly a year ago, aged 27.
Genetic samples suggest Covid’s market origins
A team of scientists say it is "beyond reasonable doubt" the Covid pandemic started with infected animals.
‘Meeting a real-life cyborg was gobsmacking’
Director Carey Born was so captivated by Neil Harbisson and his "eyeborg" she made a film about him.
Trans woman killed in Georgia day after anti-LGBT law passed
Activists said Kesaria Abramidze had been a "trailblazing" transgender leader in the South Caucasus country.
Weekly quiz: Who were the big winners at the Emmys?
Test how closely you've been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.
China spent millions on this new trade route - then a war got in the way
The BBC visits the border with Myanmar, where a war is raging on China’s doorstep.
PM defends corporate seats for Arsenal games
The PM says it would cost taxpayers a "fortune" in security costs for him to watch from the stands.
Titan sub broke days before doomed dive, says science chief
US Coast Guard inquiry hears that malfunction caused passengers to "tumble about" inside sub.
Storm Boris: Rooftop rescues after floods overwhelm Italian town
People climbed on roofs and buildings collapsed as Storm Boris battered northern Italy.
Some prisoners released early without being tagged
Some offenders released last week were not electronically tagged as they should have been, raising the risk of reoffending.
We need new homes, where should they go?
BBC Home Editor Mark Easton hosts a debate with three experts asking whether we should build on the green belt.
Fourteen NI immigration arrests made in three days
The offenders were detected across Belfast's docks and two airports as part of a Home Office operation.
Plan for taxi drivers to carry stab wound bandages
About 50 taxis will carry bandage kits that could be used to treat stab wounds.
Fayed was 'a monster enabled by Harrods', says accusers' lawyer
Lawyers representing victims say the store should "take responsibility" after sexual abuse allegations emerge.
PM will no longer accept donations for clothes
Labour has been embroiled in a growing row over the PM accepting gifts from Labour peer Waheed Alli.
Israel investigates after its soldiers filmed throwing bodies off roof
The IDF says the incident does not "conform" to its values, while Palestinian officials say it is a "crime".
Construction giant collapse sees 2,200 jobs cut
The UK operations of the construction group ISG collapsed into administration on Friday.
Bigots not welcome in Reform UK, says Nigel Farage
The Reform UK leader says the party needs to "professionalise" after winning its first MPs in July.
Police watchdog sorry over Hillsborough letters
The Independent Office for Police Conduct was accused of being "degrading and cruel" in its correspondence.
Fussy eating down to genes not parenting, study says
Genetics influence how adventurous or fussy a child is about food, the large study suggests.
It feels good to change Fayed's legacy, says survivor
Speaking at a news conference on Friday, Natacha described the escalating abuse she experienced at the hands of her former boss.
More women tell BBC they were sexually assaulted by ex-Harrods boss
Melanie is among a growing number of former employees to tell the BBC they were attacked by Mohamed Al Fayed.
What we learned from Fayed sex abuse press conference
From threats to fear and sexual health checks, lawyers alleged systematic abuse of dozens of women.
Hezbollah device explosions: The unanswered questions
The sabotage of thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies has raised many who, what and whys.
The crypto bros who dream of crowdfunding a new country
How a group of Silicon Valley tech entrepreneurs plan to create "the network state."
China spent millions on this new trade route - then a war got in the way
The BBC visits the border with Myanmar, where a war is raging on China’s doorstep.
Skills to pay the bills - but tradeswomen say they earn less and are not taken seriously
One tradeswoman struggled to find employment despite finishing her training with a distinction.
Peanut allergy warning over dips and sandwiches
People with a peanut allergy are advised to avoid eating foods that may contain mustard.
Cinnamon the capybara captured in pond
Cinnamon has been on the run for a week after escaping her enclosure at Hoo Zoo, Telford.
Sky Glass customers complain as TVs won't turn on
The company has apologised to Sky Glass and Sky Stream customers encountering issues.
Harris says anyone breaking into her home is 'getting shot'
The Democratic presidential nominee has discussed her gun ownership in a jokey exchange with Oprah Winfrey.
Watch: Burning Canadian bridge collapses into river
Footage shows the 88-year-old Red Bridge in Kamloops, British Columbia, engulfed in flames.
Flight diverted after passenger finds live mouse in meal
The furry stowaway forced a Scandinavian Airlines plane to make an emergency landing.
Trailblazing actress Cleo Sylvestre dies aged 79
She was the first black actress to have a leading role at the National Theatre, and in a soap opera, with a part in Crossroads.
Boy, 2, dies after TV screen falls at home
Carter Walsh died after a TV fell on him in what is believed to be a “tragic accident”, police say.
McNally murder accused a master manipulator, court told
Stephen McCullagh is accused of murdering his pregnant partner in her Lurgan home.
Police investigated Fayed sex assault at estate in Scotland
The former Harrods owner, who has been accused of rape at his London store, previously owned Balnagown Estate in the Highlands.
Woman admits dangerous driving caused baby's death
Mabli Cariad Hall died in hospital four days after a car hit her pram outside a hospital.
Bournemouth Echo
Couple 'mentally scarred' after collecting dog from kennels in 'decomposed' state
A FAMILY says they are “mentally scarred” after collecting their dog from a kennel in a “severe state of decomposition.”
Large amount of PCC's debt is from Dorset Police's new HQ
A SIGNIFICANT portion of debt overseen by the police and crime commissioner is from building a new headquarters for Dorset Police.
Land empty for nearly 10 years set to finally be built on
PLANS for empty town centre land that has been undeveloped for nearly a decade have been unveiled.
Ukraine Relief charity chief begins to help Poland after floods
THE charity chief of a Ukrainian aid charity based in Dorset has begun to collect aid for Poland after it has been devastated by floods.
Former Sweep puppeteer appears on The Repair Shop
A Wimborne resident who was the former puppeteer for Sweep in the Sooty and Sweep Show has appeared on The Repair Shop
Housebuilder sold to former owner in £1.35billion deal
INSURANCE and asset management giant Legal & General (L&G) has agreed to sell its housebuilding subsidiary Cala back to its former owner in a £1.35 billion deal.
Rent for homes in BCP rises 10 per cent in past year
RENT in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole rose 10 per cent in the past year, new figures show.
Vikki Slade takes up new role at the top of Lib Dem's team
VIKKI Slade has taken on a new role as part of the Liberal Democrat’s front bench MPs.
In The Dock: Man banned from pubs, bars and clubs after assaults
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Fish in Ballard Lake to be 'relocated' in environmental works
FISH in a New Milton lake are to be relocated as part of an environmental improvement works which will take eight weeks.
Ringwood Carnival's processions return this weekend
RINGWOOD Carnival’s popular procession will return this weekend with more than 5,000 people expected.
Withdrawn plans for new foot and cycle bridge will be re-submitted
WITHDRAWN plans for a new foot and cycle bridge in Christchurch will be re-submitted by the council.
Record-breaking swimmer campaigning with plastic dinosaur
A RECORD-BREAKING swimmer, campaigning against pollution, will be raising awareness in Loch Ness with a 15ft plastic dinosaur.
Record breaker becomes patrol of Lighthouse in Poole
THE Lighthouse in Poole has announced that record breaking, Poole-based solo yachtswoman Pip Hare has become its latest patron.
Couple celebrate 70th wedding anniversary at Dorset care home
However, they were separated when Norman was called up for National Service in January 1952.
Two people dropped from Bournemouth murder probe
TWO people have been dropped from a murder investigation after a man died of significant injuries to the head.
RECAP: Police helicopter sent up to find driver who crashed car
There is reportedly a large police presence in Walpole Road, Boscombe.
Tornado warning issued for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
A tornado warning how now been issued for Dorset.
Firefighters tackle 'out of control' bonfire on busy road
Firefighters are currently tackling a building fire on Hightown Road.
Met Office issue second weather warning ahead of weekend
This weekend is expected to be a wet one with a thunderstorm warning for Saturday and an additional rain warning issued for Sunday.
Pedestrian from Poole hospitalised with serious injuries after being hit by a car
A pedestrian from Poole has been hospitalised with serious injuries after being involved in a crash.
Police helicopter sent up to hunt for driver after car crashes
A CAR crashed into a resident’s parked BMW before smashing into a brick wall of a driveway.
Roundabout resurfacing to be rescheduled 'due to weather forecast'
RESURFACING work on a roundabout has been postponed due to the “wet weather” forecast.
Skeleton of burnt-out scooter discovered in Bear Cross
The remains of a burnt scooter were discovered by a couple near Milhams Road in Bournemouth.
Popular store serves up new look following major makeover
The 2,300 square foot store has undertaken an eight week programme of works and improvements – has been transformed with a fresh new-look and layout.
Missing man found following police search
A MAN who went missing in Ashely Heath has been found by police.
Man arrested after lorry overturns in early morning crash
Dorset Police were alerted to reports of a crash on Blackhill Roundabout in Holton Heath at around 5am this morning.
Updates - Main road closed after multi vehicle crash
Wareham Road is reportedly shut due to an overturned lorry.
Police concerned for the welfare of missing man from Ashley Heath
A SEARCH is underway to locate a man who has gone missing in Ashley Heath.
Double weather warning issued ahead of weekend
THUNDER and lightning are forecast for Bournemouth this afternoon in a weather warning issued by the Met Office.
Appeal to find next of kin for Bournemouth woman
Her death is not being treated as suspicious and no police investigation is needed into her death.
Formula 1
Leclerc warns Ferrari ‘cannot rely on a good Friday’ with ‘work to be done’ despite strong start in Singapore
Charles Leclerc believes that Ferrari still have work to do ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix to ensure that they remain in the mix, despite the Monegasque ending Friday’s practice sessions in first and second place respectively.
WATCH: Ride onboard with Norris for the fastest lap of Friday in Singapore
Lando Norris pushed his car right to the edge around the breathtaking streets of Singapore, stopping the clock with a time of 1m 30.727s to set the fastest lap of the day in the second practice session.
Ricciardo excited to be at the ‘pointy end’ in Singapore practice as Tsunoda urges RB to ‘stay sharp’ for qualifying
RB were one of the standout performers during Friday practice for the Singapore Grand Prix, with drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Yuki Tsunoda featuring firmly inside the top 10 positions in both sessions.
‘Nothing seems to work’ – Hamilton predicts he ‘won’t be going into Q3’ after ‘difficult’ Singapore practice
Mercedes had a tough opening day in Singapore as both Lewis Hamilton and George Russell struggled to string together any consistently strong laps, with the latter crashing out in FP2 to bring the session to a close.
HIGHLIGHTS: Catch the action from FP2 in Singapore as Norris narrowly leads Leclerc while Russell crashes
Switching the order of the top two from earlier in the day, Lando Norris got the better of Charles Leclerc in FP2, the first night session of the weekend in Singapore.
WATCH: Russell crashes into the wall to bring his FP2 to an early close in Singapore
George Russell ended his Friday on a bleak note at the Marina Bay Street Circuit after he bumped into the wall near the end of FP2.
Norris admits hoping for bigger gap from ‘very fast’ Ferrari despite strong start in Singapore
Lando Norris was feeling positive about his first day of running at the Singapore Grand Prix having ended Friday at the top of the timesheets, though the Briton admitted to hoping for a larger gap between himself and Ferrari after only narrowly beating Charles Leclerc.
Red Bull drivers downbeat after first day in Singapore with chances ‘not looking great’
Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez expressed concerns about Red Bull’s potential at the Singapore Grand Prix after a difficult pair of Friday practice sessions for the reigning world champions.
FIA Team Principals press conference – Singapore
TEAM REPRESENTATIVES: James VOWLES (Williams), Frédéric VASSEUR (Ferrari), Mario ISOLA (Pirelli)
FP2: Norris edges out Leclerc as Russell crashes during second practice in Singapore
McLaren driver Lando Norris led the way from Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc during Friday’s second practice session for the Singapore Grand Prix, with the action coming to an end when George Russell’s Mercedes hit the wall late on.
Pirelli boss Isola gives update on first 2026 tyre test as he reflects on ‘valuable information’ gained
Pirelli boss Mario Isola has given an insight into the first test session of F1’s new 2026 tyres that took place earlier this week, with the Italian confident that the learnings provided a strong “baseline for future development”.
MUST-SEE: Puzzled Colapinto mistakenly pulls up in Alpine's pit box during practice
Franco Colapinto is only just beginning his third race weekend for Williams, so he can probably be excused for mistaking the Alpine pit crew for his own as night fell in Singapore.
McLaren offer to make ‘minor adjustments’ to rear wing after conversations with FIA
McLaren have confirmed that they have “proactively offered” to make some “minor adjustments” to their rear wing after conversations with the FIA, though the team clarified that the wing was compliant with the regulations last time out in Azerbaijan.
F1 ACADEMY: Pulling edges out Weug and Pin to secure double pole in Singapore
Abbi Pulling was unstoppable on the streets of Singapore, as the Alpine driver went from strength-to-strength to beat Ferrari’s Maya Weug and Mercedes’ Doriane Pin for both pole positions.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from second practice for the Singapore Grand Prix
Live coverage of Friday's second practice session for the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix.
Verstappen punished by FIA over press conference language
Max Verstappen has been punished by F1’s governing body, the FIA, for using bad language during Thursday’s press conference in Singapore, with the Red Bull driver now obliged “to accomplish some work of public interest”.
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the Free Practice 1 action in Singapore as Leclerc heads Norris
Charles Leclerc put Ferrari at the top of the timesheets after a thrilling Free Practice 1 for the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix – with all 20 drivers pushing hard straight out of the blocks.
F1 EXPLAINS: Ask an F1 ACADEMY driver – with Hamda and Amna Al Qubaisi
16 drivers in identical cars, racing wheel-to-wheel on Grand Prix weekends – F1 ACADEMY, the game-changing racing series for female drivers, returns at the Singapore Grand Prix.
FP1: Leclerc goes fastest from Norris and Sainz during first practice in Singapore
Charles Leclerc set the pace during first practice ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, with the Ferrari driver going fastest from McLaren’s Lando Norris by only seven hundredths of a second.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from first practice for the Singapore Grand Prix
Live coverage of Friday's first practice session for the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix.
EXPLAINED: What is Sustainable Aviation Fuel and why is F1 investing in it?
As Formula 1 announces its first investment in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as part of the commitment to reach Net Zero by 2030, let’s take a closer look at what it means and why it matters for the sport…
Formula 1 makes first investment in Sustainable Aviation Fuel as part of long-term ultra-efficient logistics strategy
Formula 1 has announced its first investment in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) as part of its ultra-efficient logistics strategy and commitment to reaching Net Zero by 2030.
Windows Central
PowerA is massively upping its game with two new Fusion Pro Xbox controllers — wired AND wireless
PowerA has launched not one but two new controllers, the Fusion Pro 3 for $69.99 and a premium-priced offering with the Fusion Wireless for $149.99.
BioWare hopes you'll make Dragon Age: The Veilguard builds so good they'll break the game with its higher level cap — "Nothing would make me happier than somebody outsmarting our best tuners"
Ahead of Dragon Age: The Veilguard's launch next month, BioWare tells us it wants players "to find emergent builds" and hopes they "feel like they can outsmart us."
God of War Ragnarök's PC release is here with a sweet launch deal, so why not play the game that almost stole Elden Ring's GOTY crown?
The long-awaited PC release of God of War Ragnarök is finally here, and guess what? You can get it for a nice discount thanks to these sweet deals.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard game director talks DLC and expansions
We asked BioWare if Dragon Age: The Veilguard will get DLC or expansions. Right now, it's somewhat unclear.
Investors claim OpenAI is 'uniquely' positioned to become the world's dominant AI company worth trillions of dollars ahead of Microsoft and Apple: "There has never been a company that has both a dominant enterprise and consumer position early on"
A new report claims more investors are joining OpenAI's latest round of funding, potentially propelling it to become the world's dominant AI company worth trillions of dollars, potentially ahead of Microsoft, NVIDIA, and Apple.
Like A Dragon's fan-favorite maniac, Goro Majima finally gets his own standalone game by becoming a pirate in Hawaii!?
SEGA has revealed Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, a pirate-themed Like a Dragon action-adventure game starring Goro Majima, one of the most popular characters in the franchise, as its main star.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted GPT-4 "kind of sucks," and now we learn the AI model consumes up to 3 water bottles to generate a mere 100 words
According to new research by the University of California, OpenAI's GPT-4 AI model consumes up to 3 water bottles to generate 100 words.
"Return to Night City" Netflix teases new Cyberpunk animated show
CD Projekt Red and Netflix just dropped an ambiguous trailer for a new Cyberpunk anime and we are speculating on what it could be.
How to take a quick break with the Surf game on Microsoft Edge
Did you know that Microsoft's Edge browser comes with a free game you can play even when you're offline? Here's what you need to know about Surf.
Surface Pro 11 vs. ProArt PZ13: Microsoft's 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC isn't bested, but ASUS makes a strong argument with a lower cost
These Copilot+ PCs offer long battery life and strong ARM64 performance, with the added versatility of a 2-in-1 design. Which one is right for you comes down to price, features, and performance, all of which I've compared in this guide.
Corsair and Call of Duty officially announce multi-year partnership for PCs and peripherals starting with Black Ops 6
Call of Duty and Corsair have announced a multi-year partnership that will span a variety of Corsair-owned PC gaming brands, including Origin PC, Elgato, and SCUF.
Laffgaff
What is the official currency of Hungary?
The Hungarian forint.
Suction Cup
I heard they made the world's strongest suction cup. I'm not quite sure how they pulled it off.
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