The News - Friday, 11 October 2024

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22 killed in Israeli strikes on Beirut, Lebanon says

Lebanese officials say another 117 people were injured in a densely populated area of the capital.

'Door flew off' - Florida reels after hurricane devastation

Officials cautioned that the death toll may rise as first responders continue to assess the damage.

UK-linked firms suspected of busting Russia sanctions

The government is investigating 37 companies - but has yet to hand out any fines, the BBC discovers.

Northern Lights shimmer over UK in stunning photos

Stunning images are captured from Scotland to as far south as Kent and East Anglia.

'Russians invaded my house and held a soldier captive there'

After Marina Perederii fled her home in Ukraine, it appeared in an online video of a Russian soldier looking through her photos.

Student finds scorpion crawling inside Shein parcel

Sofia Alonso-Mossinger found the creature in a bag of boots which she had ordered online.

Tourists rescued from Colorado gold mine

The 12 were trapped in a disused Colorado gold mine for hours and a fellow visitor died.

Sparks fly in Question Time US election special

Politicians and pundits were quizzed by the BBC's Fiona Bruce and American voters in Pennsylvania.

Justice for Novichok victims 'unlikely' - Theresa May

The former PM hopes the family of Dawn Sturgess will “take comfort” from the forthcoming inquiry.

‘I nearly died drinking a ginger beer – my school’s EpiPen saved my life’

Campaigners want businesses to have EpiPens on hand to treat people having dangerous allergic reactions.

Ministers to consider scrapping short jail terms

Shorter sentences are among the options in a review expected to be headed by former Tory MP David Gauke.

Drone footage shows Hurricane Milton damage in Florida

Video captured across the state shows the scale of destruction to homes and structures.

Striking photos show the extent of Milton's devastation

Hurricane Milton lashed Florida and Cuba on Wednesday and Thursday, with storm surges, flooding and tornadoes causing serious damage.

How hurricane conspiracy theories took over social media

The misinformation has been fuelled by a social media universe that rewards engagement over truth.

Watch: Damage assessed after hurricane blasts through Florida

The deadly storm brought tornadoes, floods and storm surges, destroying homes and leaving millions without power.

Where is Hurricane Milton now?

Milton hit western Florida near Siesta Key, with US officials warning of "life-threatening" storm surge.

How South Korea's 'real-life mermaids' made Malala want to learn to swim

The activist is producing a film about South Korea's real-life mermaids, the haenyeo.

The Papers: Tax hike plans and Kate's 'surprise' visit

The Employment Rights Bill, tax hike plans and the Princess of Wales first post-chemotherapy visit feature.

Weekly quiz: Why was ‘Wagatha Christie’ back in court?

Test how closely you've been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.

Why even at 20 you should care about pension changes

There could be changes to pensions in the Budget, here's what they could mean for workers of all ages.

Will I be diagnosed with Alzheimer's like my mother?

Broadcaster Sally Magnusson faces the dilemma of whether to take part in research that could indicate if she is likely to develop the condition.

Meet the team paid to break into top-secret bases

Hear from the team who test security by breaking into secure facilities.

Elton John film documents singer's farewell tour

A new documentary, Never Give Up, sees the singer revisit the LA venue he first played in 1975.

Teen footballer who lost legs happy to be alive

Goalkeeper Adam Golebiewski's life was changed a few weeks ago when a car he was in crashed.

Sue Gray will not attend summit in new regions role

The prime minister's ex-chief of staff will not immediately take up a new role as his regional envoy.

Accused men confronted with abuse videos in French mass rape trial

Fifty men are accused of raping Gisèle Pelicot after her husband drugged her and left her unconscious.

BBC Weather fault forecasts hurricanes across world

"Don't be alarmed folks," says weather presenter Matt Taylor after a data glitch on the site.

UN accuses Israel of war crimes over attacks on Gaza hospitals

UN investigators say Israel is deliberately targeting health facilities and killing medical workers in Gaza.

Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule

Patients' families were “horrified but not surprised” when told the blanket policy had been in place.

NHS 'very sorry' after mum dies waiting for ambulance

NHS apologises after mother dies of heart attack waiting for an ambulance.

NI government consults on mandatory vaccines

BBC News NI examines a new public health consultation to get to the bottom of some online claims.

Gilruth keeps £145m from councils over teacher numbers row

It says the money has been earmarked to maintain teacher jobs, but local government body Cosla disagrees with it being ringfenced.

Plaid Cymru leader to unveil vision to help NHS

Rhun ap Iorwerth says his party would pursue a "preventative" approach to support the NHS.

'You caught the bad guy': McCullough confession on police bodycam

Essex Police body cameras show arrest of Lois and John McCullough's daughter for their murder.

Forty new allegations against Al Fayed made to police

The Metropolitan Police had urged people to come forward with allegations.

TV host Jay Blades denies coercive behaviour

The Repair Shop host was charged by police last month.

Boot found on Everest may solve 100-year-old climbing mystery

Andrew Comyn "Sandy" Irvine was climbing Everest in June 1924 when he and his partner vanished.

Gang smuggled £200m of cocaine in banana boxes

Police seized more than two tonnes of the Class A drug which had been exported from Colombia to the UK in 2021.

Firms 'pausing' hiring and investing ahead of Budget

A leading business group says firms are delaying decisions, wanting "more clarity" over the government's policies.

Japanese atomic bomb survivors win Nobel Peace Prize

Nihon Hidankyo, a group of survivors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, is recognised for its work to rid the world of nuclear weapons.

BBC launches review into preventing abuses of power

The BBC workplace culture review will focus on "preventing abuse of power" within its workforce.

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How unusual has this hurricane season been?

Hurricanes Helene and Milton have bookended a particularly stormy period. What's behind it?

Northern Lights shimmer over UK in stunning photos

Stunning images are captured from Scotland to as far south as Kent - and those in northern areas may get another glimpse on Friday night.

'Russians invaded my house and held a soldier captive there'

After Marina Perederii fled her home in Ukraine, it appeared in an online video of a Russian soldier looking through her photos.

Kaos creator 'gutted' after Netflix cancels show

Charlie Covell responds to the streamer cancelling the popular comedy series this week.

Weekly quiz: Why was ‘Wagatha Christie’ back in court?

Test how closely you've been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.

Why even at 20 you should care about pension changes

There could be changes to pensions in the Budget, here's what they could mean for workers of all ages.

‘I nearly died drinking a ginger beer – my school’s EpiPen saved my life’

Campaigners want businesses to have EpiPens on hand to treat people having dangerous allergic reactions.

Tesla shares slide after Cybercab robotaxi revealed

Elon Musk revealed a prototype of the long-awaited robotaxi at a Hollywood film studio - but investors aren't wowed.

One missing, five rescued after Thames boat capsizes

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service appealed for the public to avoid the area while the search continues.

UK-linked firms suspected of busting Russia sanctions

The government is investigating 37 companies - but has yet to hand out any fines, the BBC discovers.

Oscars contender Conclave makes London debut

Stars attend the UK premiere of the drama about a scheming group of cardinals who select the new Pope.

Council of Nations tackles challenge of UK power-sharing

The prime minister, the devolved leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and England's mayors are meeting in Edinburgh.

Drop in foreign student visas worrying for UK universities

The number of applications for students' family members also falls starkly after a ban by the previous government.

Jenrick says he regrets order to paint over murals

Former immigration minister faced criticism after ordering removal of cartoons from asylum centre.

'You caught the bad guy': McCullough confession on police bodycam

Essex Police body cameras show arrest of Lois and John McCullough's daughter for their murder.

School welfare worker guilty of sexual assaults

Neil Beckett, 43, was a former Army cadet leader and a welfare officer at Lagan College in Belfast.

Man killed in Alloa flat explosion named

A 50-year-old man who died in an explosion at a flat in Clackmannanshire has been named as Graham Green.

Four top councillors quit over paedophile head row

Four councillors quit the cabinet after their leader refused to apologise to Neil Foden's victims.

Bournemouth Echo

REVEALED: The American air show operator looking at Bournemouth takeover

An American air show operator is in talks to takeover Bournemouth Air Festival, the Echo can exclusively reveal.

Private school could use grounds for weddings to 'limit impact' of VAT legislation

A private school could use its grounds for weddings and other events to ‘broaden its commercial income’.

Parents feel 'bypassed' as school shows attendance assembly to pupils

Parents say their views have been ‘bypassed’ after children at Bournemouth academies were shown a prerecorded attendance assembly.

Wetherspoon pub can now open later after council finds no problems

A WETHERSPOON pub is now allowed to stay open for longer after being given the thumbs up by the council.

Green councilllor calls for reforms to BCP voting system

A Green councillor is calling for reforms to the voting system at the next local election.

Head teacher picks up lollipop stick to help her pupils cross the road safely

A primary school head teacher has been spotted in a neon outfit and hat, holding a lollipop stick to assist her pupils in crossing the road safely.

In The Dock: 'Dangerous' driver who caused serious injury among the cases

The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

New immersive role play centre has successful first month

MORE than 2,000 people have flocked to a new indoor immersive role play centre in Hurn.

Chance to learn lifesaving CPR with the ambulance service

THE ambulance service is inviting members of the public to learn lifesaving CPR in Poole.

New 'wayfinding’ signs installed around town

NEW wayfinding’ signs have now been installed around Wimborne.

Year-long programme to improve disabled access to beach is completed

A YEAR-long programme of accessibility enhancements has been completed at Knoll Beach in Studland.

Start-ups flying high with business angels

Innovative entrepreneurs in air traffic control and sports bras won interest from investors at a Dorset Business Angels pitch event.

Wimborne Christmas lights switch on next month

WIMBORNE will light up for Christmas at the end of November, it has been confirmed.

More than 1,000 lives saved on railways in Wessex region

MORE than 1,000 lives were saved on railway lines in the Wessex region over the past five years, Network Rail have said.

Popular walking festival returns for autumn

A WALKING festival is making a return to the New Forest later this month. The New Forest National Park Authority’s 12th annual Walking Festival will run for two weeks from October 19 until November 3.

'Wonderful' pupils at special school inspire woman to run first half marathon

A WOMAN has been motivated by pupils at a special school to run her first half marathon.

School crowns winner for initiative which shines spotlight on staff

BRYANSTON School in Dorset has crowned a winner for its BRYte Lights initiative.

Two men charged with attempted murder following serious crash

The pedestrian, a man in his 20s, was airlifted to hospital with life-changing injuries.

Dorset charity worker scoops up £2.5m luxury property after winning prize draw

Local estate agents estimate that Jo’s new property could achieve a long-term rental value of between £6,000 to £7,000 per month.

'Not one penny of savings made' by council amid row over financial 'black hole'

Saving money at Dorset Council could become an expensive business with ‘a substantial investment’ likely to be needed in high-tech equipment

Man assaulted by men carrying crow-bar in daylight brawl

It is reported that a man was assaulted by a group of five or six men carrying wood and a crowbar.

Biker caught hitting wing mirror of passing car ordered to pay costs

A MOTORCYCLIST has been told to pay a driver after he smashed a wing mirror when riding by.

Coroner writes to Education Secretary after beach tragedy inquest

A coroner has written to the Education Secretary calling for better water safety for children following the inquest into the deaths of two youngsters at Bournemouth.

The road closures in place this weekend during Run Bournemouth

Thousands of people will take part in Run Bournemouth this weekend.

Pub to re-open after nearly four months of closure

A RINGWOOD pub which closed earlier this year is re-opening its doors to punters.

Dog rescue centre is refused despite 2,500 signatures of support

A Dorset dog rescue and rehoming centre at Ashley Heath has been refused planning permission – despite a 2,500 signature petition in support.

PICTURES: Amazing Northern Lights dance across Dorset's skies

The Northern Lights danced across the skies over Dorset and the New Forest on Thursday night.

Poole couple on honeymoon in Florida felt hotel shake during hurricane

A newlywed couple on their honeymoon at Disneyworld in Florida said they felt their hotel room “rumbling and shuddering” after being hit by Hurricane Milton.

Motorists face delays after traffic light malfunction during morning rush hour

MOTORISTS are having difficulty completing their journey this morning after a malfunction with traffic lights.

Teenager taken to hospital after falling from footbridge

A teenage girl has been taken to hospital after reportedly falling from a footbridge in Bournemouth.

Plan to convert Dorset barn into homes refused

THE CONVERSION of a modern barn on the outskirts of a Purbeck village into three homes has been turned down – for a second time.

Dorset Police featured on Crimewatch Live for investigation into beach rape

Crimewatch Live will report on the investigation into a rape on Bournemouth Beach in July 2021.

Butchers dare to bare in 'The Full Meaty' calendar to support children's charity

The Full Meaty is a humorous 12-page calendar that will feature middle-aged people using various meat and festive props to hide their private areas.

Woman comes forward after reported racial assault on shop worker

Following an image appeal, a woman has come forward after a report of assault, criminal damage and racially aggravated public order offences in Bournemouth.

Vet issues warning to dog owners over 'Garbage Gut' dangers

Dog owners have been warned of the dangers of Garbage Toxicosis, sometimes known as Garbage Gut.

How can you take a photo of the Northern Lights? (A guide for beginners)

Taking a picture of the Northern Lights is not always easy, but an expert has shared some tips on how beginners can capture one

Why have Northern Lights sightings become more frequent in recent years?

Sightings of the Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights, have been more frequent in the UK in recent years, but why is that?

NHS issues urgent self-isolation guidance amid surge in Covid cases

The NHS has warned people to avoid doing two things if they experience Covid symptoms.

Formula 1

Toyota return to F1 as they sign multi-year technical partnership with Haas

Toyota are returning to Formula 1 for the first time since 2009 after signing a technical partnership with the Haas F1 Team that begins immediately.

Senna's title-winning McLaren MP4/5B to lap Interlagos in Sao Paulo Grand Prix tribute

The Sao Paulo Grand Prix (01-03 November) will celebrate 30 years of Brazilian F1 hero Ayton Senna’s legacy this year with a series of tributes, including the iconic McLaren MP4/5B taking to the track at Interlagos.

‘It can be so frustrating’ – Hamilton likens Mercedes’ troubles over past few seasons to ‘playing golf’

Lewis Hamilton has admitted that the inconsistencies Mercedes have faced with their car across the last three seasons have been “frustrating”, with the seven-time world champion likening the ups and downs to a round of golf.

Formula 3 confirm the 10 teams selected for 2025-2027 seasons

Formula 3 has confirmed the 10 teams that have been selected for the 2025-2027 seasons, with nine outfits from the 2024 campaign retained while newcomers DAMS will complete the grid.

TIMELINE: How McLaren went from the back of the F1 grid to the front in under two years

McLaren have experienced an extraordinary turnaround in their Formula 1 fortunes over the last couple of years, going from the back of the pack at the start of last season to leading the championship a little over midway through this one. F1.com charts the journey with some of the milestone moments along the way…

ANALYSIS: What’s behind Toyota’s return to Formula 1 with Haas – and how will it work?

Haas have struck a deal that brings Toyota back into Formula 1 after a 15-year hiatus. F1 Correspondent Lawrence Barretto explains how and why the American squad have done it – and what’s in it for the returning Japanese manufacturer…

F1 EXPLAINS: Downforce and why F1 cars have wings – with McLaren Aero Specialist Emel Cankaya

F1 cars race around corners at more than 190 miles per hour. Those insane speeds are made possible by downforce – the invisible power which keeps the cars on-track.

Veteran team boss Franz Tost gives his take on Antonelli and the biggest challenge he will face in F1

Franz Tost nurtured a host of driving talents across almost two decades as a Formula 1 Team Principal, meaning he is well placed to comment on the sport’s latest crop of youngsters – which includes Mercedes protégé Kimi Antonelli.

Mercedes confirm 'substantial' upgrade for Austin as they look to celebrate another milestone with Hamilton

Mercedes Technical Director James Allison is hopeful that the team can enjoy a good weekend at the upcoming United States Grand Prix as they prepare to bring a “substantial” set of updates to the event.

Windows Central

"The court's ruling to open up Google´s mobile store in the US will allow more choice and flexibility." Xbox president Sarah Bond confirms you'll be able to buy and play games on Android from November.

Xbox president Sarah Bond confirms that Xbox App users will be able to buy games and stream them through Xbox Cloud Gaming in November 2024.

A report claims that Xbox is pulling out of Saudi Arabia and other Middle East regions, and now Microsoft has responded

A new report suggested that Xbox is planning to exit Saudi Arabia leading to widespread speculation about a total exit from the wider Middle East region.

Activision releases a Disruptive Behavior Progress Report ahead of Black Ops 6's launch detailing chat moderation efforts

Activision has released a new document detailing internal research on disruptive and toxic player behavior, along with details on how that behavior will be mitigated in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is getting a fan-favorite map just a week after launch

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is bringing back the franchise favorite map Nuketown just a week after the game's arrival.

HP sent me its "next-gen" enterprise flagship months before release, and I think I finally understand the AI PC craze

I got my hands on the HP EliteBook X months before its planned release, and there's a lot here that excites me about the future of Windows laptops.

AMD will power the "world's first Copilot+ PCs designed for enterprise" with Ryzen AI PRO 300 processors using 55 TOPS NPUs

Expanding its successful Ryzen AI 300 mobile processors, AMD offers extra AI-powered security to enterprise customers with 55 TOPS NPUs and the world's first Copilot+ PCs in the market.

Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred arrives on Nvidia Geforce Now today — but we still can't play on Xbox Cloud Gaming

Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred arrives on Nvidia GeForce Now today, along with Battle.net game syncing, as we lament the lack of Activision Blizzard games on the Xbox cloud.

Microsoft puts final touches on a gaming keyboard that's a godsend for the ASUS ROG Ally and other gaming handhelds

Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel can now try a new Gamepad keyboard.

Steam makes a valuable change to how it sells games, and the whole world will benefit

Valve has got ahead of the State of California's new law and is now telling customers exactly what they're buying.

Windows 11 2024 Update (version 24H2) changes aimed at administrators

Microsoft promotes a slew of changes on Windows 11 version 24H2 specifically for network administrators, including new features on File Explorer, networking, security, Taskbar, printers, power usage, and new system improvements like Rust in the Kernel, Sudo command, Checkpoint Cumulative Updates, and more.

ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot can't create a simple white image, while Google's flagship image generation tool frustratingly buries sophisticated creations behind a $20 monthly premium service

Google is rolling out its long-anticipated Imagen 3 image generation tool to Gemini users across mobile and desktop, including free users. However, free users can't generate images of people as the capability is buried behind Google's Advanced $20 service.