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Rachel Reeves to promise 'a Budget to rebuild Britain'
But the chancellor's conference speech on Monday risks being overshadowed by the row over her decision to axe winter fuel payments.
Questions for Wallace over war crimes bill change that would have protected SAS
The change had the effect of pushing war crimes allegations against the SAS outside the cut off period for bringing a prosecution under normal circumstances.
Trump suggests he will not run again if he loses election
For the second time in a week the Republican presidential candidate has acknowledged the prospect of defeat.
‘If mine is bigger, I’m going to win’: Getting zombie knives off the streets
As zombie knife ban comes into force, BBC News finds true scale of crimes using “statement” blades.
Boy not prosecuted over riots due to 'wrath' of parents
Prosecutors opted not to take further action against a 14-year-old boy taken to a police station by his parents.
Aldi price match at Tesco - some goods not like-for-like
Some Tesco price-matches have lower proportions of the main ingredient than Aldi's, BBC Panorama finds.
'We were surrounded by Russian troops - but escaped'
A small group of Ukrainian soldiers found themselves encircled in the village of Komyshivka.
Sri Lanka swears in new left-leaning president
Anura Kumara Dissanayake is sworn in as Sri Lanka's ninth executive president in a simple ceremony.
Why do concert tickets now cost as much as a games console?
Concert tickets have spiralled in recent years. Here, BBC Music Correspondent Mark Savage unpacks exactly what's behind it - and it's not just greed.
The Papers: 'Labour war on tax cheats' and winter fuel 'revolt'
Rachel Reeves speech at Labour's party conference on Monday dominates many of the front pages.
Is Reform UK's plan to get Farage into No 10 mission impossible?
The party is trying to professionalise to break the mould of British politics and win real power.
The great artist recluse and his 78 missing paintings
Swindon's Henry Orlik, 77, has not exhibited for decades but now this unknown name is selling for thousands.
Private school VAT hike 'unfair' for SEND pupils, parents say
Parents of dyslexic children say there aren't the places or support at state schools.
Rayner defends using donor's New York flat for holiday
The deputy PM says she was "transparent" in declaring her use of the New York apartment for a holiday.
Australia supermarkets sued over fake discount claims
The cost of living crisis has put the grocery chains under increasing scrutiny in the past year.
Sandi Toksvig officiates wedding of Abba's Björn Ulvaeus
The wedding took place in Copenhagen in the presence of close friends and family.
Met Police sets out plans to be 'truly anti-racist'
The force is also overhauling its policy on intimate searches of children after the Child Q scandal.
Checkmate for Russia as global chess ban upheld
Russia's chess team is to remain banned from international competitions, officials have ruled.
Six dead after record rain causes floods in Japan
Ten people are missing after the cities of Wajima and Suzu were badly hit by flooding over the weekend.
Disabled UUP politician's anger over lack of airport lift
Andy Allen, a UUP MLA was due to get on a flight from Birmingham to Belfast City but could not board.
Man's tractor death organ donation saves four lives
Macauley Owen helped to save the lives of four others by donating his organs.
Jeremy Bowen: Israel believes it has weakened Hezbollah but escalation still risky
Israel's allies and critics believe the way to cool this crisis is to get a ceasefire in Gaza - but no agreement is in sight.
Trump golf-course suspect left note saying he intended to kill ex-president, prosecutors say
The letter was dropped off at the home of a witness several months before the 15 September incident in Florida.
Titan boss said: 'No-one is dying under my watch'
A transcript reveals the OceanGate chief in a heated exchange, years before he and four others died when the submersible imploded.
Thirty years of inaction and denials - timeline of Al-Fayed's sex abuse allegations
Here are some of the key moments and sex abuse claims amid Fayed’s almost 40-year reign at the top of his business empire.
First-time buyers offered mortgages up to six times their income
The UK's biggest building society will let some first-time buyers borrow up to six times their income.
Mother and daughter jailed for riot violence
The pair joined in disturbances in Middlesbrough while out walking the family dog, a court hears.
Post Office IT system still causing cash shortfalls
Survey finds some sub-postmasters are using their branch money to plug gaps as the scandal inquiry restarts.
Why 'Comrade Kamala' memes are spreading among Latino exiles
The Democratic presidential nominee has been the target of misinformation portraying her as a communist.
Living with an eating disorder dubbed the 'world's most dangerous'
When Lawrence Smith was a teenager, he developed the eating disorder diabulimia
The fake heiress who vanished twice
A new BBC Sounds podcast examines the exploits of fraudster Violet Charlesworth.
'We were surrounded by Russian troops - but escaped'
A small group of Ukrainian soldiers found themselves encircled in the village of Komyshivka.
Paddy McGuinness to cycle 300 miles for Children in Need
The Sunday lunchtime host will complete the cycle on a BBC Children in Need customised Raleigh Chopper.
Russia gripped by human rights crackdown, says UN
A UN investigation found evidence of increased police brutality and repression since February 2022.
Zelensky to present 'victory plan' to Biden, Harris and Trump
The Ukrainian leader is due to meet the US president before attending the UN General Assembly.
'Mini tornado hitting Luton' captured on video
Footage shows debris caught up in strong, rotating winds during Sunday afternoon's storm.
Boat with 30 decomposing bodies found off Senegal coast
There has been a surge of deaths as more migrants try to reach the Canary Islands across the Atlantic Ocean.
Popular 'Britain's Pompeii' display extends run
More than 30,000 visitors have flocked to the exhibition, which now remains open until 12 October.
Airline bans couple who started row over reclining seat
A Chinese woman said she was harassed by the couple seated behind her on a flight after reclining her seat.
New childcare subsidy cash 'easing the pressure'
One parent told BBC News NI that two days of childcare can cost almost half her monthly wages.
Police Scotland 'absolutely committed' to solving doorstep murder
The family of Alistair Wilson have been critical of Police Scotland's investigation into the 2004 murder.
Sex attacker who 'prowled' city for victims jailed
Leo Payne is given a 16-year sentence for the attacks on two women.
Bournemouth Echo
In The Dock: Man breached court order by urinating in public
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Restaurant owed £351k to businesses when it closed down last year
A SANDBANKS restaurant that closed last winter owed £351,000 to creditors, liquidators have found.
Park pond viewing platform to remain closed until money is found
A POND viewing platform in a Bournemouth park will remain closed until money has been found to replace it.
'We're on a mission to spread joy, one deliciously crafted treat at a time'
Lan's Bakery was established in 2015 by Ms. Lan Ngo, a former fashion designer who discovered her true passion in crafting picturesque cakes for her children.
Welder unveils third butterfly sculpture for Macmillan auction
A welder whose partner spent her final days in the Macmillan Unit at Christchurch Hospital has unveiled his third stunning artwork to be auctioned for the hospice.
Plans for new high street practitioner's clinic for empty unit
PLANS are in place for a new high street practitioner's clinic an east Dorset town.
Dorset man to run past 25 churches in 'steeple chase' for Christian Aid
Eric has set himself a £2,000 goal to raise money towards campaigns that Christian Aid is funding around the world.
‘Warm and welcoming’ nursery celebrate ‘good’ Ofsted
A BOURNEMOUTH nursery has been described as “warm and welcoming” with a “nurturing atmosphere” in its latest Ofsted report.
Roadworks taking place across BCP this week
The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:
Plans for 450 homes in Ringwood delayed again
Proposed plans for 400 homes in Ringwood have been delayed again after further objections have been considered.
Bournemouth breastfeeding support group celebrates anniversary
A BOURNEMOUTH breastfeeding support group helping new mothers is celebrating one year.
Hospice launches second podcast series highlighting MND
A HOSPICE charity has launched a second series of its podcast highlighting the challenges of Motor Neurone Disease.
School hosts ‘hugely successful’ open evening with hall of fame launched
A SCHOOL hosted a “hugely successful” open evening for prospective students and parents along with its hall of fame launch.
Construction company celebrates milestone anniversary
A DORSET based construction company has celebrated a milestone anniversary.
Four staff members qualify as fully fledged accountants
Four staff members at a Bournemouth accountancy firm have graduated from their apprenticeship scheme and are now fully fledged accountants.
Event scores another sponsor in AFC Bournemouth
THE Great Tail Trail has scored another sponsor as AFC Bournemouth confirms it will put its name to one of 45 giant mermaid tail sculptures on next spring's community art adventure through BCP.
Armed police called to incident at former council building
Armed police have been seen alongside both the fire and ambulance service near the former Poole Council building in Municipal Road.
Main Bournemouth road closed following collision
Charminster Road is closed following reports of a crash.
Heavy rain expected as yellow weather warning issued
Heavy rain is set to sweep across Dorset, the Met Office has warned.
Man reportedly exposed himself to two ten year old girls
Police are looking to identify a man who reportedly exposed himself to two ten-year-old girls.
Man taken to safety after concern for welfare call in Poole
Armed police officers, firefighters and the Southwestern Ambulance service attended the incident on Municipal Road after a concern for welfare call.
Pleasure boat Dorset Belle 'did not cause Bournemouth beach drownings'
A coroner has ruled out the involvement of a pleasure cruiser as "causative or contributory" to the deaths of two young people who drowned off Bournemouth beach.
Man fined £500 for leaving two doors outside home ahead of tip-run
BCP Council has told residents that leaving unwanted items outside their homes for people to take for free is fly-tipping.
Firefighters extinguish blaze covering half an acre of Bournemouth heathland
FIREFIGHTERS dealt with a blaze at a Bournemouth heathland.
RNLI called out to yacht after crew member lacerates their hand
Poole RNLI was rushed out to help a 31ft yacht off Shipstal Point in Arne after a crew member suffered a lacerated hand.
Section of beach closed as groyne replacement works begin
A SECTION of Hengistbury Head beach has been closed as works begin on coastal defences.
Man suffers broken leg after brawl outside football club
A man in his 30s had his leg broken outside Shaftesbury Football Club in Coppice Street.
More heavy rain expected to cause some disruption in Dorset
MORE heavy rain is set to fall across Dorset, the Met Office has warned.
Moped stolen after incident with BMW in Christchurch
A man in his 20s was riding a grey Honda moped along Barrack Road when a black/grey BMW approached as they cane near the Esso petrol station.
Teen girl has bike stolen from outside high street shop
A TEENAGER reportedly had her bike stolen as she visited a shop in the high street.
'Inaccurate criticism of police will not help anybody'
In response to the recent article regarding the inflammatory comments about Bournemouth from a former London police officer, I would like to make crystal clear that we are not ‘run over’ with knife crime.
What does the winner of The Great British Bake Off get?
The winner of The Great British Bake Off 2024 will receive two prizes - a cake stand and a bouquet of flowers.
Where is The Great British Bake Off filmed and can you visit the Tent?
The Great British Bake Off is filmed in the UK with the iconic Bake Off tent being pitched at Welford Park, Berkshire.
I tried a Bake Off technical challenge and now my dreams are shattered
I took on the Great British Bake Off Challenge in hopes of being a Star Baker but ended up with my dreams shattered.
'No change' to Winter Fuel Payment cut plans as Chancellor warns of 'tough decisions'
Rachel Reeves has warned of “tough decisions” in the upcoming Budget but insisted austerity had been a “destructive choice” which would not be repeated
Hecklers dragged out of conference amid Rachel Reeves' big Winter Fuel speech
The heckler shouted about the sale of arms to Israel before he was removed from the hall.
Love The Great British Bake Off? These are the most successful contestants
As The Great British Bake Off returns to our screens on Channel 4, find out who the most successful contestants are.
'Scope for more price cuts' as fuel prices plummet at fastest rate of the year
RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said there is still “scope for further price cuts”
How much Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith get paid for The Great British Bake Off
Find out how much Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith get paid for working on The Great British Bake Off.
REVIEW: Cirque The Greatest Show at Bournemouth Pavilion
JAW dropping talent, sizzling dance routines, lavish costumes, West End hits and slapstick comedy - CIRQUE: The Greatest Show had it all.
Formula 1
FIA post-race press conference – Singapore
1. Lando Norris (McLaren), 2. Max Verstappen (Red Bull), 3. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
What the teams said – Race day in Singapore
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix.
‘The mission is on’ – Stella targeting both championships following Norris’s dominant Singapore GP win
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella had some fighting talk for rivals Red Bull in the wake of Lando Norris’ emphatic Singapore win, declaring the mission is on in the quest for both championships.
‘A bit of a shame’ – Albon gives verdict on Colapinto’s Turn 1 move as Williams leave Singapore empty-handed
Alex Albon shared his view on team mate Franco Colapinto’s overtake on the opening lap in Singapore, which saw him make up a handful of places with a single move at the race start as the Thai-British driver lost out.
5 Winners and 5 Losers from the Singapore Grand Prix – Who sparkled under the Marina Bay lights?
Lando Norris was the biggest winner of them all in Singapore as he converted a sensational pole position into a brilliant Grand Prix victory. But it wasn’t all smiles for everyone. Lawrence Barretto picks out his winners and losers under the lights at Marina Bay...
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F1 NATION: Did Norris’s win send a message to the world, and have we seen Ricciardo's last dance? It’s our Singapore GP review
For the second time this season, Lando Norris won a Grand Prix with a colossal margin over his championship rival Max Verstappen, demonstrating McLaren’s remarkable consistency.
‘We don’t always get things right’ – Hamilton and Russell react to ‘frustrating’ Singapore GP
The two Mercedes drivers enduring a difficult and at times ‘frustrating’ Grand Prix in Singapore, with George Russell coming home fourth and Lewis Hamilton sixth. After a strong qualifying where they had locked out the second row on the grid, the race just didn’t go to plan for the Silver Arrows.
Perez brands his Singapore GP a ‘complete disaster’ after struggling to progress beyond P10
Sergio Perez gave a brutally honest assessment of his Singapore Grand Prix post-race, with the Mexican labelling it as a “complete disaster” after struggling to progress and eventually crossing the line in P10.
Piastri pleased with podium recovery in Singapore as he helps McLaren strengthen constructors’ lead
Oscar Piastri expressed his satisfaction at the “great result” of rising to the podium at the Singapore Grand Prix, after the McLaren driver started Sunday’s race down in fifth position via a difficult qualifying session.
'He’s just a great guy' – Verstappen opens up on friendship with Ricciardo as doubts over his F1 future swirl
Max Verstappen has praised his former team mate and racing friend Daniel Ricciardo, whose future at RB appears doubtful following the emotional conclusion of his drive at the Singapore Grand Prix.
MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: How Ferrari’s Singapore weekend unravelled while Red Bull recovered from a shocking start
Lando Norris delivered a crushing victory in his McLaren around Singapore. He was flying from the moment practice began on Friday afternoon and always looked set for a super-strong weekend.
Windows Central
'Starfield' gets an anime-styled video detailing the history of House Va'ruun from its upcoming DLC expansion
House Va'ruun has fallen on hard times. This Starfield Anthology video details the shadowy trials of the cult-like society ahead of the game's first major DLC launch, "Shattered Space," coming exclusively to Xbox and Windows.
Productivity computing has never been so brilliantly compact and mighty as Beelink's new pint-sized 4K PC
I'm reviewing the Beelink EQR6, the company's latest productivity-focused mini PC designed for people with office-based workflows.
OpenAI casts its AI net wider across low-income countries with $1 million in API credits through its new OpenAI Academy initiative
OpenAI just unveiled a new program, OpenAI Academy, to help "developers and organizations leverage AI to solve hard problems and catalyze economic growth in their communities."
I found that Xbox's answer to 'Civilization' very successfully captures that "one more turn" addiction
Ara: History Untold is a brand-new turn-based 4X historical grand strategy game from Xbox Game Studios Publishing, and it's a great, innovative new entry.
Apple's former Chief Designer confirms mobile project with OpenAI — leveraging the ChatGPT maker's AI smarts to "create a computing experience that is less socially disruptive than the iPhone"
Jony Ive admits he's working closely with OpenAI to develop a new device to compete with Apple and Samsung in the mobile landscape.
Laffgaff
What does a lepidopterist collect?
Butterflies and moths.
Silent Oliver Twist
I auditioned for a part in a silent version of Oliver Twist and I got it. It's brilliant, I can't ask for more.
Itsfoss
Generative AI & LLMs: How are They Different or Similar?
Learn how generative AI and LLMs are different but still complement each other.