BBC News
Starmer tells Britons to leave Lebanon immediately
The UK is sending 700 troops to nearby Cyprus to prepare for a possible evacuation of its nationals.
Bowen: Israel is gambling Hezbollah will crumple but it faces a well-armed, angry enemy
The Lebanese armed group has - like Israel - spent years preparing and is more formidable than Hamas in Gaza.
Growing unease in NHS about 'broken' messaging, BBC told
Health leaders are worried patients may be put off seeking help, the BBC learns.
Starmer warns of trade-offs as he vows to rebuild Britain
The PM says he won't offer "easy answers" as he sets out plan for "national renewal" in big conference speech.
Trump vows to 'take other countries' jobs' in economic speech
Trump pledged that companies who manufactured in the US would receive benefits, while those who did business elsewhere would face steep costs
One in three children are short-sighted, study suggests
There was a notable rise after Covid when children spent less time outdoors, researchers say.
Nike and Sky ads banned over online tactics
Advertising standards found the ads were misleading in the way information was presented.
Zelensky looks to Biden to back Ukraine 'Victory plan'
Kyiv is hoping for a strong show of support from the US leader before he leaves the White House.
Europe’s deadly floods are glimpse of future climate
A new study shows that the record-breaking rainfall was made more likely and intense by climate change.
CrowdStrike boss apologises for global IT outage
Adam Meyers, a senior vice president with the IT firm at the heart of July's mass outage, faced a grilling by US lawmakers.
Caroline Ellison sentenced to two years for role in FTX crypto fraud
Ellison testified as a star witness against her ex-boyfriend and FTX's founder, Sam Bankman-Fried.
Israeli strikes on Lebanon causing ‘carnage’, health minister says
Firass Abiad says many of the 550 people killed in Monday’s attacks targeting Hezbollah were civilians.
Biden struggles to contain conflict as Israel and Hezbollah on the brink
As the US president called for restraint in a speech at the UN, Israel's leader vowed to continue striking Hezbollah.
Why artist collabs are more popular than ever
Fall Out Boy, Neck Deep and Ella Henderson explain why teaming up with artists is such an attractive choice.
The Papers: PM braces for 'storm' and Britons told leave Lebanon
Many of Wednesday's front pages reflect on the prime minister's party conference speech.
Ian Rankin: How the death of my mum led me to Rebus
The Rebus author says his writing style darkened after his mother died when he was just 19.
'The violence is getting out of hand': Crime grips Cuba's streets
Fidel Castro once said Cuba was the world's safest nation. Now police can't keep the streets safe.
Why Pakistan's female doctors don't feel safe
Women working in Pakistan’s hospitals say they face sexual harassment, violence and verbal abuse.
Thai king signs same-sex marriage bill into law
The law, which was approved by the Senate in June, will come into force on 22 January next year.
Sharp rise in problematic teenage social media use, study says
The report says a "continuously online" generation needs more help to live healthy digital lives.
More women accuse tribunal judge of bullying
Three more women accuse an employment tribunal judge of bullying during hearings.
An 11th lawsuit for Sean 'Diddy' Combs as he sits in jail
Criminal charges against the rap mogul could land him in prison - and the list of accusers is growing.
Ryan Routh charged with attempted assassination of Trump
Routh, 58, is being held in jail awaiting trial on two federal gun crime charges.
Moment North Carolina beach house collapses into ocean
It's the fourth house to fall down in only five weeks in the area of Rodanthe as a result of coastal erosion.
Sex Education star cast in Potter-inspired play
Asa Butterfield will portray a fictional young actor who missed out on playing Harry Potter.
Boys who died in fire often left alone, court hears
The great grandmother of four boys who died in a fire says they were often left alone, the Old Bailey hears.
'Disgusting' drug dealing in hospital condemned
Reports of drug dealing on the site of a Belfast hospital have quadrupled in the last year.
Son gave hospital ‘clear evidence’ his mum planned to take her own life
Christopher MacRae's mother Sara died at the Royal Edinburgh psychiatric hospital in March 2020.
Targeted benefit campaign nets pensioners £250,000
Focus on eligible pensioners increases the pension credit and winter fuel payment uptake.
Britons 'stuck' in Lebanon as PM says 'leave now'
UK nationals tell the BBC they are struggling to get out of Lebanon, after the PM tells them to leave.
Starmer rejects claims he is talking country down
The PM tells the BBC he is making "difficult decisions" to grow the economy and rebuild public services.
'Lambs to the slaughter' - former Harrods staff detail decades of abuse by Fayed
Five women who accuse the late billionaire of sex attacks have shared their stories with BBC Breakfast.
Unions win non-binding vote calling on Labour to scrap winter fuel payment cuts
Keir Starmer defended the move in his conference speech on Tuesday, but Unite boss says it is "wrong".
Earth to briefly gain second 'moon', scientists say
Earth is about to get a second moon for a couple of months, but it won't be visible for most people.
Banks must refund fraud up to £85,000 in five days
Victims tricked into sending money to scammers must be refunded within five days under new rules.
Murder of Paris student fuels anger at failed deportation
The Moroccan suspect was released from detention after serving five years for raping a student.
Fans fuming after unofficial Bridgerton ball flops
Guests complained they were met with cheap decor, undercooked food and just a stripper for entertainment.
Petrol prices fall to lowest for three years
Lower global oil prices and a stronger pound were the main reasons prices had fallen, the RAC says.
BBC sees people flee Lebanese holiday city after Israeli attacks
Correspondent Orla Guerin reports on airstrikes and evacuations in the southern city of Tyre.
Bowen: Israel is gambling Hezbollah will crumple but it faces a well-armed, angry enemy
The Lebanese armed group has - like Israel - spent years preparing and is more formidable than Hamas in Gaza.
Europe’s deadly floods are glimpse of future climate, scientists warn
A new study shows that the record-breaking rainfall was made more likely and intense by climate change.
What is the PR strategy behind Phillip Schofield's TV comeback?
The presenter's decision to appear in Channel 5's Cast Away could pave the way for a long-term return.
An 11th lawsuit for Sean 'Diddy' Combs as he sits in jail
Criminal charges against the 54-year-old could land him in prison - and the list of accusers is growing.
Finland to return pandas to China early due to cost
Inflation and debt are among the reasons Lumi and Pyry are being sent home eight years early.
Phillip Schofield to make TV comeback
The 62-year-old will appear in Channel 5’s Cast Away which sees him stranded on an island for 10 days.
Celebrities fall for viral AI post hoax
More than 600,000 people have shared a message falsely denying Meta the right to use their images to train AI.
Watch: Hijacked LA bus chased by line of police cars
A passenger is shot dead after a gunman hijacked a bus and was chased by police for an hour.
Michael Gove appointed new editor of The Spectator
It comes after the magazine was bought by GB News backer Sir Paul Marshall earlier this month.
More heavy rain expected across England and Wales
Yellow weather warnings are in place for Thursday and Friday, with more flooding possible.
Former Strictly star Artem won't face domestic violence charges
The former Strictly Come Dancing star was booked into Napa County Jail in July.
Four men charged with murder of missing man
The defendants will next appear at Bristol Crown Court on 27 September.
Comedian Janey Godley receiving end-of-life care
The 63-year-old announced on social media that her cancer had spread and she was going into a hospice.
Man dies after being hit with bottle in Prague
Dai Richards is described as a good man, a father, a son and a brother.
Bournemouth Echo
Armed robber jailed after threatening to shoot wealthy family in house raid
AN ARMED robber who tied up and threatened to shoot the wife and daughter of a wealthy company director in their Sandbanks home has been jailed for 16 years.
‘She was lifeless’: Father recalls daughter's body recovered in tragic beach drowning
A FATHER described the moment his daughter’s body was recovered after two tragic drownings on Bournemouth beach.
Over £6000 raised for charities through cycling challenge
The duo rode between nine of the company’s regional offices and raised over £6,000 for charities earlier this month.
Everyone Active to 'vacate' Dorset leisure centres as BCP Council take over
Now, the leisure company is warning its customers of the upcoming changes in place.
Work underway to create 30-year lease for a community hall
A NEW long-term lease is being created for community hall in Christchurch town centre.
In The Dock: Assaults and thefts at Bournemouth hotel
OLIVER PEARCE, 25 and of Poole, admitted driving a motor vehicle when alcohol level above limit, namely 59 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, in Exeter Road in Bournemouth on June 22. He was disqualified from driving for 12 months. He was also fined £576, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £230 and costs of £85 to the Crown Prosecution Service.
'We need Ofwat to approve our plans in full so we can get on with it'
Between 2018 and 2023, there were 109 reported water pollution incidents across the conurbation, 24 of which were visited immediately by Environment Agency staff.
Poole Park lake to glow with candles at hospice charities community event
A hospice is ‘excited’ to announce the return of a ‘serene’ spectacle of candles at Poole Park.
'When will Bournemouth Pier be used for pleasure boats again?'
After the deaths of the two young people near Bournemouth Pier on 23rd May 2023, the police, after detailed investigation, stated that the pleasure cruiser Dorset Belle had not been involved in the tragedy.
Christchurch businessman calls on government to rethink employment rights bill
A BUSINESSMAN from Christchurch is calling on the government to rethink its employment rights bill.
AUB becomes first university given inclusive silver award
A Bournemouth university has become the only university to be awarded an inclusive employers standard silver award.
Non-profit charity organisation celebrates third birthday
A non-profit Poole counselling organisation has celebrated three years of providing affordable mental health services.
New housing estate in Alderholt to be opened to the public
A new housing estate in Alderholt will be made open to the public in September.
Young lawyers receive marching orders on army-run 'operation team build'
JUNIOR colleagues at a south coast legal firm swapped their office desks for a hands-on team building day run by professional soldiers from the British Army Reserve.
RNLI gives evidence after tragic beach drownings of two children
Coroner to continue investigation into death of two children on Bournemouth beach. Joe Abbess, 17, and Sunnah Khan, 12, tragically drowned in the sea last summer. Parents of both Joe and Sunnah have raised safety concerns about the beach following their deaths.
Emergency services rush to park after concern for woman in water
EMERGENCY services rushed to Poole Park after concerns for the welfare of a woman in the water was raised.
Three ‘mass casualty rescues’ in summers before beach drowning tragedy
THE RNLI assisted in three previous ‘mass casualty rescues’ in the summers before two children drowned at Bournemouth beach, an inquest heard.
Car smashes into hairdressers following two vehicle crash
A car crashed into hairdressers in Sherborne following a two-vehicle collision.
High street closed to vehicles for council roadworks
Dorset Council is planning to close Lytchett Matravers High Street for roadworks.
£400 mountain bike stolen from Castlepoint shopping centre
A man and a woman have been reported to have stolen a mountain bike worth upwards of £400 from Castlepoint shopping centre in Bournemouth.
Rogue swan causes havoc on busy road
A rogue swan caused havoc on a Dorset road.
Man due to appear in court after 'incident' at airport
A man is due to appear in court after an alleged importation incident at an airport in the Midlands.
Man reportedly stole a wallet from a car and went on a £147 spending spree
An investigation has been launched into a man who allegedly broke into a car, stole a wallet, and went on a spending spree.
Heavy rain and lightning warning for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
LIGHTNING, heavy rain and flooding could be coming to Dorset, the Met Office has warned.
Dorset man attempting to run fastest lap of Iceland
A British man is attempting to run the fastest lap of Iceland to raise money for a children’s cancer charity.
Cadbury discontinues chocolate in decision fans say has 'ruined Christmas'
Cadbury has revealed it has discontinued Festive Friends Chocolate Biscuits ahead of Christmas 2024.
The important reason you need to bang your bonnet 3 times this winter
Knocking on your bonnet three times before setting off is the easiest way to avoid disaster this winter
False widow spider warning issued as spider season hits
False Widows have long been established in the UK with first recorded siting in the UK coming in the 1870s
WATCH: Sir Keir Starmer refuses to apologise for Winter Fuel Payment cuts on GMB
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has refused to apologise to penioners for Winter Fuel Payment cuts during an interview with Susanna Reid on GMB.
Brits told to leave Lebanon 'immediately' as UK troops sent to Cyprus
PM Sir Keir Starmer has urged Brits to leave Lebanon as UK troops are sent to Cyprus.
BBC competition to meet 'the Queen' sparks confusion 'Welcome back Elizabeth II'
500 Words, which has been running since 2011, challenges children in two age categories (five to seven and eight to 11) to write a story in 500 words or less.
Formula 1
Red Bull launch world exclusive RB19 motion simulator and F1 show car
Red Bull have announced the launch of their first ever motion simulators and show cars based on the RB19, the car that became the most dominant in F1 history during the 2023 season.
PALMER: After his first three races Franco Colapinto is looking right at home in F1, so is he the real deal?
I can’t stress how impressive this three race start has been for a driver nobody expected to be in Formula 1 at all this year. I don’t think I’ve ever seen someone surprise me with the level of their early performances as much as Colapinto has and logic says it must be securing his future in the sport.
POWER RANKINGS: Who lit up the streets during F1’s latest visit to Singapore?
Singapore’s Marina Bay Street Circuit was the scene for another display of supreme driving skill last weekend, but which drivers wowed our Power Rankings judges? Scroll down to check out the latest scores and the overall season leaderboard...
BEYOND THE GRID: Ollie Bearman on his flying start to F1 and how he's just getting started
With points on his surprise debut with Ferrari, and another top-10 finish with Haas in Azerbaijan, Ollie Bearman has made a flying start to his F1 career.
‘We are not quick or competitive’ – Gasly offers grim assessment as Alpine fail to score for third straight race
Alpine might have had a more straightforward race than the one they managed in Azerbaijan, but they couldn’t recover any competitiveness and saw their drivers come home outside the points for the third straight race weekend.
'Christian's always stirring s*** up' – Wolff reacts to Horner naming Russell as potential Red Bull target
Toto Wolff has given his reaction to Christian Horner’s recent suggestions that George Russell could be a potential target for Red Bull in the future, with the Mercedes boss believing that the remarks were made to “stir s*** up”.
‘I don’t care if it’s a Red Bull’ – Hulkenberg reflects on defensive Singapore drive as he bags more Haas points
Nico Hulkenberg explained that securing points is his main priority no matter which cars are around him, after he added two points to Haas’s 2024 tally in the tight midfield battle.
THIS WEEK IN F1: 10 quiz questions on the Singapore GP and the latest F1 news
Were you paying attention to the action on track at the Marina Bay Circuit on Sunday?
Bottas keen to get his future ‘sorted’ after ‘slightly better’ weekend for Sauber in Singapore
Whilst Sauber have still not been able to finish in the points this season, they had a more positive race at the Marina Bay Street Circuit as they made gains with their pace, leaving Valtteri Bottas eager to settle the question of his future.
Windows Central
Every PC and Xbox game shown during Sony's PlayStation State of Play September 2024
Sony's PlayStation State of Play event has wrapped up, and some of its games are coming to PC and Xbox as well as PS5. Here's a roundup of all of them.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered is real — here's when it's launching on Windows PC
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered features enhanced graphics, and it's coming to PlayStation 5 and Windows PC in October 2024.
Monster Hunter Wilds releases Feb. 28, 2024 and we finally got to see the new flagship monster — Check it out
During the PlayStation State of Play, we finally got a release date for Monster Hunter Wilds, which is coming to Xbox, PC, and PS5.
SAG-AFTRA is striking League of Legends, citing unfair labor practices
SAG-AFTRA is striking League of Legends, with the union alleging that talent production company Formosa Interactive tried to subvert the general game strike.
God of War Ragnarök's PC port is great, but thanks to Sony stubbornness, all we're talking about is that stupid PSN controversy again
Following God of War Ragnarök’s release on PC, the otherwise great port has come under fire by fans as a result of Sony’s PSN requirement.
Treyarch unveils 8 more maps for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 multiplayer along with plans for gameplay adjustments ahead of launch
Call of Duty: `Black Ops 6's record breaking-beta has led to player feedback on spawns, weapons, and gameplay performance that Treyarch says has been addressed prior to the game's launch on October 25.
It took 18 months to create this esports-caliber Alienware headset, co-designed by gaming pros
Alienware announced the Pro Headset this week, designed in collaboration with more than 100 esports pros. It has some high-end specs, but can it live up to the reputation built by its keyboard and mouse siblings?
Assassin's Creed Shadows is delayed out of 2024 — here's the new release date
Assassin's Creed Shadows is now launching in February 2025, as Ubisoft needs more time to polish the game. Preorders will get the first expansion for free.
Xbox mobile apps are being streamlined, combining Xbox Game Pass and Xbox apps together
The Xbox Game Pass app is being combined with the main Xbox app, streamlining functions for players to use.
The ‘most efficient family of x86 processors ever’ has launched; here’s the best place to buy Intel’s groundbreaking new laptops
A new collection of AI PCs featuring Intel's Core Ultra Series 2 processors has launched, and Best Buy has dedicated a full page to the new hardware. Here's what you need to know.
“This could be just the first pounding of Nintendo’s giant global IP protection hammer” — industry experts weigh in on why we should be concerned over Palworld lawsuit
We take a closer look at Nintendo's upcoming battle with Pocketpair, creators of Palworld, and the implications of Nintendo's patent infringement claims on the wider gaming industry.
Monster Hunter Wilds PC requirements - Can your PC handle Capcom's next blockbuster hunting adventure?
Capcom has released the PC spec requirements for its upcoming blockbuster title, Monster Hunter Wilds. Read on to learn what your PC rig needs to run this 'monster' of an action-hunting game.
Sam Altman claims superintelligence might only be "a few thousand days" away from OpenAI's doorstep, but there are a lot of details to figure out
In a new blog dubbed The Intelligence Age, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman indicates, "It is possible that we will have superintelligence in a few thousand days (!); it may take longer, but I’m confident we’ll get there."
OpenAI's proposed logo refresh sparks controversy among staffers, calling it "devoid of creativity" — despite ChatGPT and DALL-E 3's touted "insanely powerful" logo creation capabilities
OpenAI reportedly shared a new logo design at a recent company-wide meeting that sparked a cocktail of emotions among its employees, who blatantly referred to it as "uninspiring and ominous."
Microsoft unveils new Correction tool to address AI hallucinations but there are early concerns — "Trying to eliminate hallucinations from generative AI is like trying to eliminate hydrogen from water"
Microsoft recently unveiled several new artificial intelligence safety features to promote security, privacy, and reliability, including a new tool dubbed Correction.
Laffgaff
Camelot is a legendary castle and court associated with which king?
King Arthur.
Yeast Club
This Yeast Club meeting is called to order. All rise.
Itsfoss
No Camera Found? Getting the Camera App to Work in Ubuntu 24.04
Making the Camera app work on Ubuntu 24.04 because Canonical seems to be not bothered by it even after the first point release of the latest LTS version.