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Drone attack kills four Israeli soldiers and injures more than 60
Hezbollah claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Israeli shelling of Gaza school kills at least 15
Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence Agency said the site was struck by a volley of artillery on Sunday.
Man arrested near Trump rally had two guns and fake passports
This is the third time someone with firearms has been either arrested or shot after being spotted near Trump.
Fighting Russia - and low morale - on Ukraine's ‘most dangerous front line’
The BBC visits a key city under attack by Russia and finds eroded morale among its few remaining residents.
Countdown to mission hunting alien life on a distant moon
Nasa's spacecraft could change what we know about life in our solar system.
Inquiry into poisoning of Dawn Sturgess to start
The inquiry will examine the circumstances leading to Ms Sturgess' death from a nerve agent.
Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal?
The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration.
Children face 'lifetime cost' of council crisis
Local government experts say councils made all the "easy cuts" years ago and still face shortfalls.
Succession star praised for emotional film role
The actor stars opposite Jesse Eisenberg in A Real Pain, a film about family and grief with a comedic spin.
Temperatures forecast to top 20C in mild, wet week
Parts of the country could see a 10C bump in temperatures in the short period of fine weather.
The Papers: 'Right time to buy into Britain' and university expenses
The papers lead on a variety of stories, including a business summit in the UK on Monday.
Elon Musk's Starship booster captured in world first
The SpaceX team successfully returned the booster part of the Starship rocket to the launchpad.
The dangers of China’s cyber-nationalism
The Chinese government has been accused of using online nationalism as a useful safety valve.
‘Try or die’ - one man’s determination to get to the Canary Islands
BBC Africa Eye is told that a migrant dies trying to reach the beaches of the Spanish archipelago every 45 minutes.
Shackleton cross makes 7,000-mile journey to Dundee
A memorial to explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton goes on display in Dundee after a 7,000-mile journey.
Man says he has been 'left to rot' after Covid vaccine
Larry Lowe used to have an active life but said everyday tasks were now beyond him.
Harris or Trump? What Chinese people want from US election
People in Beijing tell the BBC's Laura Bicker their hopes and fears about who will win the White House race.
Flood defences 'in worst state on record'
The floods minister says she will spend millions on repairs, as victims tell of a "national crisis".
UN says Israeli tanks forced entry into base in south Lebanon
It comes as PM Netanyahu demands the peacekeeping force leave the area.
Strictly's Wynne and Katya speak out over 'inside jokes'
Wynne Evans and Katya Jones issue statements after Strictly Come Dancing viewers spot awkward moments.
Family rushed to hospital after eating toxic mushrooms
The local fire department said the family became sick after eating wild mushrooms that one of them "found in the woods".
Hairy Biker 'struggling' since Dave Myers' death
Myers, who found fame alongside close friend King as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo, died at the age of 66 in February.
Novichok inquiry: Who was Dawn Sturgess and how was she poisoned?
An independent inquiry will explore links between Dawn Sturgess' death and the Salisbury poisonings.
How Georgia is helping old US cars end up in Russia
The South Caucasus nation has a huge used car market, with many vehicles ending up in Russia.
Murder investigation launched after man found shot
A man, believed to be in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene, said police.
Man says he has been 'left to rot' after Covid vaccine
Larry Lowe used to have an active life but said everyday tasks were now beyond him.
Welsh councils plan cuts to plug £500m budget gap
Cuts to services loom as Welsh councils face a £500m budget gap
Sara Sharif's father told police he killed her at home, court hears
Urfan Sharif claims his wife caused Sara's death and he was trying to protect her, a jury hears.
Gregg Wallace denies inappropriate sexual comments
Wallace says an incident was investigated, and the outcome was "I hadn't said anything sexual".
Victim of Salisbury poisoning attack believes Putin was behind it, inquiry hears
A public inquiry examining the death of Dawn Sturgess has heard evidence from the former Russian spy.
Woman sent cow photo to family just before being trampled to death, inquest told
Rebekah Morris, 29, sent a picture of a field of cows moments before her death, an inquest is told.
Australia state premiers accused of 'insulting' King for not attending reception
Monarchists in Australia accuse state premiers of "insulting" King Charles by not attending a reception.
Reeves signals hike in National Insurance for firms
The chancellor was speaking at the government's International Investment Summit, where deals worth £63bn were hailed.
Officer 'filled with dread' before Kaba shooting
Chris Kaba was shot in the head by a police marksman after being stopped in south London.
India and Canada expel top diplomats over murder charges
Canada accuses agents of the Indian government of involvement in "homicides, extortion and and violent acts".
Strictly's Wynne heartbroken over 'stupid joke'
Viewers noticed some apparently awkward moments between the opera singer and his partner Katya Jones.
Bridget Jones back in fashion with Gen Z, author says
Helen Fielding says young women are worse off today but take comfort from the character's exploits.
WWE’s Cody Rhodes wants WrestleMania to be hosted in UK within next five years
The "American Nightmare" thinks Manchester or London have venues perfect for hosting the event.
‘I lost £165k to fraud in an hour’ - customers say they were let down by Revolut
Revolut was named in more complaints about fraud last year than any of the UK’s biggest banks or e-money services.
Thousands of cars that crash in US are ending up in Russia
The South Caucasus nation of Georgia has a huge used car market, with many vehicles finding their way over the border.
Pokémon maker confirms it was victim of hack
The makers of the hit video game series confirm their servers were accessed by hackers over summer.
Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal?
The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration.
Elon Musk accused of copying designs by I, Robot director
Alex Proyas, who directed the 2004 Will Smith film, compared his film to Tesla's new vehicles.
BBC boss warns of Russian and Chinese propaganda due to World Service cuts
The UK is losing out because of cuts to the World Service, the BBC's director general warns.
Joker sequel suffers $33m collapse at box office
The film, which has received mixed reviews, falls to third spot in its second week on the chart.
American equal pay icon Lilly Ledbetter dies aged 86 - and Obama leads tributes
Alabama woman's case led to law, signed by Barack Obama, that gave Americans more rights to sue for pay discrimination.
Briton died while climbing bridge for social media, Spanish authorities say
The unidentified 26-year-old man fell to his death while creating social media content, according to local authorities.
Israeli shelling of Gaza school kills at least 22
Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence Agency said the site was struck by a volley of artillery on Sunday.
Ex-Stasi officer jailed for 1974 Berlin border killing
Martin Naumann shot Czeslaw Kukuczka in the back at Friedrichstrasse station in 1974.
Skripal believes Putin behind nerve agent attack
A public inquiry examining the death of Dawn Sturgess has heard evidence from the former Russian spy.
Child's death treated as suspicious, three arrested
The death happened in Windmill Court in Dungannon, County Tyrone, on Sunday 13 October.
Salmond ally hopes family will continue legal action
The former first minister was in the process of suing the Scottish government when he died on Saturday.
Footballer's kneecap smashed in baseball bat attack
Joel Collins was attacked by a group with baseball bats and other weapons at the game on Saturday.
Bournemouth Echo
Man destroyed girlfriend’s passport, reversed into car and spat in her face
A MAN cut up his girlfriend’s passport, reversed into her car and spat in her face during a ‘spiteful’ attack.
High street eatery announces new location after ‘shock’ closure
A HIGH STREET eatery in Poole has announced its new venue after a shock closure at its former premises.
Roadworks taking place across the BCP area this week
The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:
In The Dock: Offenders found with drugs and weapons
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Traffic management scheme - including narrower lanes - to be trialled on busy route
Traffic management systems will be trialled on a busy route through a village.
Bournemouth holiday firm buys Somerset hotel
A Bournemouth holiday firm has bought a Somerset hotel.
Eco activists don gas masks against 'disaster' plans
CAMPAIGNERS stage a protest against major plans for an incinerator in Canford Magna.
Strictly Come Dancing favourites to take to the stage in Bournemouth
STRICTLY Come Dancing favourites will be visiting Bournemouth as part of their upcoming UK tour.
Morebus the latest to object to Sandbanks Ferry proposed price rise
Morebus is the latest organisation to object to the proposed Sandbanks Ferry price increase.
Charming 17th-century cottage up for sale
This charming 17th Century detached thatched cottage in the New Forest could be yours for £675,000
Bournemouth MP 'to fight' to bring green investment to town
BOURNEMOUTH MP Tom Hayes has vowed to “fight to bring green investment” to the town in his maiden parliamentary speech.
Two boards set up to avoid controversies of FuturePlaces
Two advisory boards have been set up within BCP Council to “ensure proper accountability” within council-owned companies.
Drug dealer assaulted police and 'spat wraps of drugs from mouth' after being stopped
A DRUG dealer assaulted an officer and ‘spat wraps from his mouth’ after being stopped by police in the town centre.
Sainsbury's delivery van 'spills its load' on busy roundabout
A Sainsbury's delivery van collapsed, causing people’s shopping to fall across the road.
Three homes given closure orders as part of effort to drive down crime
THREE homes in Christchurch were issued with closure orders due to significant nuisance, disorder or criminal activity.
Man ‘put in headlock and punched’ as he left town centre nightclub
A MAN was ‘put in a headlock and punched’ as he left a nightclub in Bournemouth town centre.
Man in hospital with serious injuries after being 'punched in the face'
A MAN has been hospitalised with serious injuries after being ‘punched in the face’ in Upton.
Dorset Police participate in safer business action week to tackle shoplifting
Dorset Police officers are supporting a national Safer Business Action Week to help tackle business and retail crime across the county.
'We must protect our elderly residents from the looming threat of fuel poverty'
FERNDOWN Town Council has called on the government to reconsider changes to winter fuel payment, warning its households are ‘particularly vulnerable’.
Purbeck film festival to launch with 1917 film director
Youngsters are falling over themselves to take part in a stunt workshop as part of a film festival now in its 29th year.
Concern for salmon numbers in Dorset after 'worst' count in 20 years
The annual counting and tagging of juvenile wild Atlantic salmon on the River Frome has yielded the lowest number of fish in more than 20 years of monitoring
Council bans animals from being given as prizes
LIVE animals will no longer be legally be offered as prizes on Dorset Council owned land.
£100,000 for Dorset to protect and conserve 'huge' water industry archives
The Dorset History Centre has received more than £100,000 to work on archives of the water industry in Dorset
Drugs found in third of cases as police step up stop and search
POLICE stop and search numbers have increased by 25per cent year on year – with drugs found in almost a third of cases and weapons in 11 per cent.
'Comet of the century' visible over Dorset
People in the UK should “look to the west” to spot Comet A3, an astronomer has said.
E-scooters being used illegally in town centre are seized by police
E-SCOOTERS being used illegally in the town centre have been seized by police.
Plan revealed to convert former Barclays bank into language school
Plans have been unveiled to transform a disused bank into a language school for 50 foreign and domestic students
MP learns about nature-friendly farming during site visit
MP Simon Hoare learns about nature-friendly farming at the Countryside Regeneration Trust’s Bere Marsh Farm in Dorset
Winners announced at sparkling ceremony for Dorset Business Awards
BUSINESSES basked in the glow of success after winning honours in Dorset’s most prestigious awards.
Team of boxers take on Three Peaks Challenge for charity
BOXERS in Christchurch have faced one of their toughest bouts to date - taking on three mountains in support of an autism charity.
Indoor adventure area urges young artists to enter challenge
AN INDOOR adventure attraction is urging young artists to take part in its mascot challenge, as the deadline for submissions approaches.
Resident snaps picture of comet visible once every 80,000 years
Debbie Gregory managed to photograph Comet A3, only visible once every 80,000 years, a minute before it disappeared from the skies.
Government urges public to prepare for floods after wettest 18 months on record
Police seize 'significantly dangerous' e-scooters in Bournemouth
Bournemouth NPT were out in the town centre last evening and seized several e-scooters that were being operated illegally on our streets. These vehicles pose significant dangers, not just to their drivers, but to everyone around them.
Government
Still-Birth (Definition) Bill [HL]
A Bill to amend the definition of still-birth to apply from 20 weeks into a pregnancy; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
F1 NATION: Liam Lawson opens up on his ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity – it's our 2024 United States GP preview
With F1 about to get back to action, F1 Nation host Tom Clarkson and 1996 World Champion Damon Hill are joined by RB’s Liam Lawson ahead of his return to Formula 1 at this weekend’s United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.
‘He can be a champion in many other series’ – Vowles hints at what’s next for Sargeant after losing Williams seat
Logan Sargeant “absolutely” has the capability to win races and titles in “many other series”, according to Williams team boss James Vowles, who has added fresh context to the American’s mid-season F1 exit.
IT'S RACE WEEK: 5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the 2024 United States Grand Prix
A full four weeks after the last race in Singapore, it’s time to get back down to business as the final quarter of the 2024 season is ready to get underway. With an ever-closer championship battle and a returning face on the grid, here are a few topics that are likely to be talking points as the paddock reconvenes in Austin...
Lawson admits there will be a ‘mountain to climb’ on his F1 return as he explains challenges he’ll face in Austin
Liam Lawson believes there will be a “mountain to climb” heading into his F1 return for the final six races of 2024, with the driver from New Zealand acknowledging that going straight into a Sprint weekend at Austin could prove particularly challenging.
‘It’s not alien to them’ – Ferrari driver coach Jock Clear on why rookies are thriving in F1
Veteran engineer Jock Clear has given his take on why this year’s super-sub performers have been able to get up to speed so quickly, with Ferrari-backed Ollie Bearman and Williams junior Franco Colapinto impressing many in the paddock.
Windows Central
Microsoft's October 2024 'Xbox Partner Preview' event revealed: Alan Wake II expansion, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and much more
The next Xbox Partner Preview is set to go live on October 17, 2024, giving us a look at the next wave of upcoming Xbox and Windows PC titles from Microsoft's game creator publishing partners.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is coming to Xbox Cloud Gaming, despite Ubisoft owning the rights — but where's Diablo 4?
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is coming to Xbox Cloud Gaming at launch, with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Call of Duty: Warzone also joining Microsoft's streaming service.
A "super realistic" AI-generated scam call almost cost a Microsoft consultant and potentially 2.5 billion others access to Gmail: "I would give them an A for effort"
Hackers are leveraging AI technology for their phishing scams with the latest attack being deployed to a Microsoft solutions consultant, which almost cost him access to his Gmail account alongside 2.5 billion users.
No need to pay $50 per year for these incredible wallpapers
Microsoft shared a large collection of wallpapers to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Windows Insider Program.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Everything from Microsoft's Copilot to OpenAI's various ChatGPT models, Artificial Intelligence is rapidly expanding across all forms of technology.
GOG reminds everyone why they should buy games there and not Steam or Epic Games
GOG has used the recent Steam changes to remind gamers that when you buy from them, you actually have some ownership.
PSA: Windows 10 has entered its final year of free support — here's what you need to know
The death of Windows 10 is now fast approaching. We have just one year left of free support and security updates before Microsoft pulls the plug, meaning everyone still running Windows 10 should now be thinking about an exit strategy ahead of October 14, 2025.
Google warns it will end support for uBlock Origin soon "because it doesn't follow best practices for Chrome extensions" — leaving over 30 million users susceptible to intrusive ads
Google warned it's ending support for the Manifest V2 framework soon via the Chrome Web Store. This means uBlock Origin and other extensions that aren't Manifest V3 compliant won't be supported much longer.
Laffgaff
In what ocean are the Emperor Seamounts underwater volcanoes?
The Pacific Ocean.
Ice Cream Factory
I got fired from my new job at the ice cream factory. I refused to work on Sundaes.
Itsfoss
I Ran 9 Popular LLMs on Raspberry Pi 5; Here's What I Found
I ran some very basic to seriously powerful AI models on the Raspberry Pi 5. The result in not very unsurprising.