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Strikes on Iran suggest Israel may have heeded US warnings
Scant information about the strikes indicate Israel could have reined in some of its more ambitious plans to cause Iran pain.
Watch: Israeli military chief announces strikes in Iran
Rear Adm Daniel Hagari says the strikes are in response to Iran "relentlessly attacking" Israel.
Explosions heard in Iran as strikes confirmed
The IDF says it is conducting "precise strikes on military targets", as blasts are reported in and around Tehran .
Chancellor set to hike employers' National Insurance to raise £20bn
Rachel Reeves is also expected to lower the threshold for when employers start paying the tax, in next week's Budget.
How one phone call brought down catfish killer who abused thousands
How does a Northern Ireland teenager end up as one of the UK's most prolific online child sex abusers?
'It's my car - why should an under-21 not be allowed in it?'
Planned limits on newly qualified drivers has sparked a debate - the BBC hears from both sides.
'We are in danger' - Spanish anti-tourism spills into winter season
This year appears to have marked a watershed for attitudes to tourism in Spain, with more protests planned.
How a deleted LinkedIn post was weaponised and seen by millions before the Southport riot
The social media post was quickly taken down, but screenshots were viewed millions of times.
Why the King can't say 'sorry' for slavery
Arguments about reparations rumbled once again this week as the King spoke at the Commonwealth summit in Samoa.
Fraudsters steal 22 tonnes of high-value cheddar
Fraudsters targeted the high-value cheddar by pretending to be legitimate wholesalers.
Trump and Vance possible targets of China-backed cyber attack
It is reported the Republican candidates' phones may have been among the targets of a broader cyber attack.
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On board the 18:31 to Aberystwyth as it smashed into another train
"Brace yourselves, we're going to hit another train" - one passenger relives fatal train crash.
Grateful Dead co-founder Phil Lesh dies aged 84
The leading member of the US rock group passed away peacefully, his official Instagram account says.
Microsoft boss gets 63% pay rise despite asking for reduction
Satya Nadella asked for a reduction because of cyber attacks the firm suffered - but still saw his earnings increase massively.
The man battling Nigeria’s 'witch-hunters'
How one man is trying to protect people accused of witchcraft from lynchings and abuse.
'Tax squeeze backlash' and Clarkson's health scare
Many papers lead with unease over Labour's maiden Budget, while others report on Jeremy Clarkson's health scare
'It's rough out here': Why Trump and Harris should listen to this mum of seven
Inflation and high prices are primary concerns for Sin City's voters ahead of the 5 November vote.
Chaos on the dancefloor: The grime track that clubs tried to ban
In the early 2000s many UK clubs banned Pow! - which critics compared to Sex Pistols' God Save the Queen.
'My soldier son's life was not a waste'
Ten years on from the end of British combat operations in Afghanistan, a mother tells of her loss.
What's next for the Menendez brothers?
A district attorney will argue for the brothers' resentencing on Friday - but freedom is still a long way off.
Faces, hands and sunshine: Photos of the week
A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.
River turns orange - after iron deposits wash in from abandoned mine
The Environment Agency say it is investigationg the source of the discolouration.
Action demanded over surge in illegal meat imports
The government is warned of a "foot-and-mouth" level crisis over potentially diseased meat flooding into the UK.
Tommy Robinson remanded in custody ahead of court date
The far-right activist is facing potential jail on contempt of court charges.
All five One Direction albums re-enter chart as fans mourn Liam Payne's death
Following the tragic death of One Direction star Liam Payne, fans have been revisiting their music.
Bodycam captures rescue of woman in basement of burning house
First responders worked frantically to save the woman who was in a basement filling with smoke.
Photographer captures ghostly shadow in the mist
The spooky Brocken spectre was caught on camera in perfect conditions at the East Yorkshire coast.
Brianna killer's move to same school was handled properly, rules coroner
A coroner finds schools could not have foreseen that moving Scarlett Jenkinson would lead to murder.
Brianna killer school move 'appropriate' - coroner
A coroner finds schools could not have foreseen that moving Scarlett Jenkinson would lead to murder.
Abuser in 'UK's largest catfishing case' jailed for life
A 12-year-old girl in the US took her own life as she was being abused by a man from Northern Ireland.
Salmond got respectful send-off he deserved - Alba chairwoman
Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh was in North Macedonia with the former first minister before his death earlier this month.
On board the 18:31 to Aberystwyth as it smashed into another train
"Brace yourselves, we're going to hit another train" - one passenger relives fatal train crash.
Bowen: Iran faces hard choices between risks of escalation or looking weak
International editor Jeremy Bowen examines what Iran's response might be to Israel's latest attack.
Time has come for reparations dialogue, Commonwealth heads agree
The UK had previously insisted the subject was not on the agenda at the leaders' summit in Samoa.
Chancellor set to hike employers' National Insurance to raise £20bn
Rachel Reeves is also expected to lower the threshold for when employers start paying the tax, in next week's Budget.
Mum's 'nightmare' after deaths of son and daughter just months apart
Ten years on from the end of British combat operations in Afghanistan, a mother tells of her loss.
Both sides claim victory in Georgia's crucial vote on future in Europe
Competing exit polls put the ruling party first, but it is not clear if they or the opposition have a majority.
Seven takeaways from Trump's interview with Joe Rogan
Trump discusses the “biggest mistake” of his presidency, what he told North Korea’s leader and life in space.
MP filmed in heated exchange as assault reported to police
Police say officers were called to reports of an assault and they were examining the circumstances.
'It's my car - why should an under-21 not be allowed in it?'
Planned limits on newly qualified drivers has sparked a debate - the BBC hears from both sides.
On board the 18:31 to Aberystwyth as it smashed into another train
"Brace yourselves, we're going to hit another train" - one passenger relives fatal train crash.
Can Rachel Reeves use her defining Budget to escape UK's 'doom loop'?
The chancellor is under massive pressure to deliver - both to balance the books and fix public services.
'We are in danger' - Spanish anti-tourism spills into winter season
This year appears to have marked a watershed for attitudes to tourism in Spain, with more protests planned.
What issues really matter to you? Let us know
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‘Not my King’ protest row highlights Australian divisions
An Aboriginal senator's heckling of the King ignites debate about how to best address inequality in Australia.
What we know about Israel’s attack on Iran
Iran’s air defence said it had “successfully intercepted” the attacks, though “some areas sustained limited damage”.
Ros Atkins on… Would Donald Trump accept defeat?
The BBC's analysis editor examines what happened in 2020 and how the Republican might react if he were to lose again.
Pikachus everywhere: Fans flock to UK's biggest gaming expo
Organisers say more than 100,000 people - many wearing handmade costumes - attended the event in London.
Firms must prevent sexual harassment under new law
What counts as sexual harassment and what should you do if you experience it at work?
BBC warned by Met over report into Tim Westwood allegations
The former Radio 1 and 1Xtra DJ has denied claims of misconduct, calling them false.
Catfish killer who abused thousands brought down by phone calls and seized devices
How does a Northern Ireland teenager end up as one of the UK's most prolific online child sex abusers?
The family shop saying goodbye after 64 years
The Hartley family has watched the world from behind the counter of their store since 1960.
When the clocks go back, this landmark will still be wrong
As people across the UK roll their clocks back to GMT on Sunday morning, there's one clock that will always show the wrong time.
Cubans endure days without power as energy crisis hits hard
People cook with firewood after days of blackouts and supply issues.
UK needs big emissions cut, climate watchdog says
The government's advisers say faster action is needed but the UK has the tools to achieve this.
Big crowd turns out to attend a rave at a chippy
A city centre fish bar hosted its first gig with Nottingham MC Window Kid.
Marti Pellow: 'I can't get out of a building without singing that song'
The Wet Wet Wet star says love is still all around for his biggest hit.
Two brothers die in Ballymoney crash
Brothers Des and Sam Holmes were travelling in a car that was involved in a collision with a lorry.
Police officer jailed for breaking wife's back
Huw Orphan is jailed for two-and-a-half years after kicking his wife down the stairs.
Bournemouth Echo
Vulnerable man brutally assaulted waited 72 hours for police response
A Christchurch family feels ‘the system is broken’ after their vulnerable son was brutally attacked.
Demonstration held against 'thought police' council and court
PROTESTERS have said the prosecution of an anti-abortion activist is an ‘attack on the freedom of thought’.
'Not only have you been our customers, you have been our friends'
The company was also popular during the Bournemouth Air Festival for providing lunches for performers and supporting staff.
'It’s been an absolutely tremendous ride for the last 20 years': Pub landlady retires
The landlady at a quayside pub has poured her last pint after 20 years.
Decision date looms for Lidl's new supermarket plan
Lidl's plans for its first ever supermarket in Purbeck will be decided by Dorset councillors next month.
‘Popular’ man found dead by friend in home
A ‘popular’ man was found dead by a friend in his West Moors home, an inquest heard.
More than 60 drug deaths recorded across conurbation as charity speaks out
“If you are worried, come and speak to us. We can help, we can support, and we can signpost you in the right direction.”
'Where cutting-edge care meets luxury beauty': New salon opens in Bournemouth
Annika and Laura worked at the Acute Medical Unit at Salisbury Hospital where they discovered a love for aesthetics.
Lorry driver was 'on phone for 33 minutes' before slabs fell off truck, court told
Slawomir Kotlowski is on trial at Southampton Crown Court after slabs fell from his lorry and hit a woman in Lyndhurst
Cabbies request rise in Dorset taxi fares
Taxi fares in Dorset, outside of Weymouth and Portland, are likely to go up – after a request from cabbies, it was heard at a Dorset Council meeting
Police chief says: 'Sorry - it's fly-tipping' after mum fined for leaving cabinet out
Dorset PCC David Sidwick says a cabinet left outside a home for people to take for free by a Bournemouth mum who was fined £500 'was fly-tipping'
When do the clocks change in 2024 and why?
Each year the clocks are moved back in autumn and moved forward again in spring - this is when to change your clocks in 2024
'What to do if you hit an animal in your car'
AS the days draw in and the clocks go back, the darker evenings create more hazards on our roads for animals. Sadly, more animals are hit by cars during the winter months so we’re asking drivers to be cautious when they’re out and about. Stick to the speed limit and be extra vigilant in residential areas where cats could be crossing the road, as well as areas with wildlife warning signs.
Concern for welfare incident at Sandbanks chain ferry terminal
Emergency services are on the scene of a concern for welfare incident in Sandbanks.
Arrest made after motorcyclist hospitalised with life-threatening injuries
An arrest has been made after a man, 62, was hospitalised with serious injuries following a motorcycle crash in Lyndhurst.
Hospitals across BCP postpone cancer treatments amid staffing shortages
Hospitals have confirmed that cancer patients across BCP have had their treatments postponed due to staffing problems.
Cousin of woman killed by cow calls for greater safety in New Forest
The cousin of a woman who was killed in the New Forest after an incident with a cow has called for increased safety measures.
Multi-agency response at concern for welfare in Sandbanks
A multi-agency response is on the scene of a concern for welfare incident near the Sandbanks chain ferry terminal
Driver reported for multiple offences after attempting to flee from police
A driver attempted to flee the scene after being stopped by police for dangerous driving.
Van linked with fly tipping seized by police
A van linked with fly-tipping offences has been seized by police
Pub creates scare room in cellar for Halloween
As spooky season approaches, residents are transforming their homes into haunted houses and filling the streets with ghoulish displays.
Where in Dorset are drivers most likely to be reported for traffic offences
Weymouth is the most likely places to be caught on camera as Dorset Police took more than 400 Operation SNAP submissions
Chocolate bar found in Tesco and Sainsbury's recalled due to health risk
Perkier Foods is recalling its Salted Caramel Dark Chocolate bar because it contains almonds (nuts), which are not mentioned on the label.
Can you still use a red passport for travelling in 2024? Rules to follow
Do you still have a red passport? Here are the rules for using one now that some Brits are using the new blue ones.
Scabies cases on the rise - the symptoms to watch for, how it spreads and more
Scabies cases are on the rise across the UK, particularly in England - here's all you need to know from symptoms and treatments to how it spreads.
Formula 1
What the teams said – Friday in Mexico City
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Friday practice at the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix from the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.
McLaren’s ‘Right of Review’ over Norris’s Austin penalty rejected
The ‘Right of Review’ submitted by McLaren over the penalty handed to Lando Norris following his scrap with Max Verstappen during the latter stages of the United States Grand Prix has been rejected.
‘We hit the ground running’ – Ferrari drivers encouraged by first day in Mexico as they look to follow up on Austin 1-2 finish
Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc both expressed optimism over Ferrari’s start to Mexico City Grand Prix weekend, with the pair particularly encouraged by their long-run pace.
Norris expecting ‘work to do’ in Mexico after struggling to find a ‘good feeling’ during limited Friday running
Lando Norris is anticipating that there is “work to do” for himself and McLaren ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix after the Briton struggled to find a “good feeling” during his limited running in Friday practice.
‘One thing after another’ – Russell left frustrated by second big crash in a week as he spins off in Mexico City
George Russell said it is “one thing after another at the moment” for himself and Mercedes after a high-speed crash brought his Friday running at the Mexico City Grand Prix to a premature conclusion.
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the action from FP2 in Mexico as Sainz goes fastest while Russell's heavy crash brings out the red flags
Carlos Sainz was the fastest man during FP2 in Mexico City, with the Ferrari driver leading the timings in the 90-minute session that was dedicated to Pirelli tyre testing.
'A day to forget' – Verstappen unclear on cause of engine issues as he rues ‘useless day’ of practice in Mexico
Max Verstappen was left with little data to go on following the opening day of track action at the Mexico City Grand Prix, with the Dutchman’s running in free practice curtailed by engine issues with his Red Bull.
WATCH: Ride onboard as Sainz sets the fastest Friday lap in Mexico City
It was a dramatic first day of track action for the Mexico City Grand Prix, with both first and second practices witnessing heavy crashes and red flags, but Ferrari's Carlos Sainz was the man to post the fastest lap.
FIA Team Principals press conference – Mexico City
TEAM REPRESENTATIVES: Ayao KOMATSU (Haas), Mike KRACK (Aston Martin), Christian HORNER (Red Bull Racing)
FP2: Sainz sets the pace as Russell crash disrupts practice session extended for Pirelli tyre testing in Mexico
Carlos Sainz topped the timesheets during second practice ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix, while a hefty crash for George Russell brought out the red flags in a session extended from 60 to 90 minutes to allow for testing of Pirelli’s 2025 prototype tyre.
WATCH: Russell triggers red flag with heavy crash during second Mexico practice
George Russell brought out the red flags during Friday’s second practice session for the Mexican Grand Prix, having lost control of his Mercedes and crashed at high speed.
F1 EXPLAINS: Ollie Bearman, Mika Hakkinen and F1 Explains listeners live at the US Grand Prix
A Formula 1 legend and a brand new star took to the stage at Circuit of the Americas for F1 Explains LIVE. Christian Hewgill and Katie Osborne put your questions to two-time World Champion Mika Hakkinen, and Ferrari Academy Driver and 2025 Haas F1 Team Driver, Ollie Bearman.
Horner confirms Abu Dhabi post-season test chance for Tsunoda after talks with Honda
Red Bull Racing boss Christian Horner has confirmed that RB driver Yuki Tsunoda will be given an opportunity to pilot the senior team’s car during the 2024 post-season test in Abu Dhabi.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from second practice for the Mexico City Grand Prix
Live coverage of Friday's second practice session for the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Shwartzman hit with five-place grid penalty despite not being scheduled to race after FP1 incident in Mexico
Robert Shwartzman has been handed a five-place grid drop for the next race he participates in following his appearance for Kick Sauber in first practice at the Mexico City Grand Prix – despite not being scheduled to compete in an F1 race in the near future.
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the FP1 action from Mexico City as Russell tops the times while Albon and Bearman crash
George Russell topped the times in a disrupted FP1 in Mexico City with the red flags being thrown twice – once for debris and a second time following a crash between Alex Albon and Ollie Bearman.
WATCH: Albon and Bearman collide to bring out the red flags during FP1 in Mexico City
FP1 in Mexico was brought to a sudden halt after Alex Albon and Ollie Bearman collided on track, with the red flags being thrown as a result.
FP1: Russell leads Sainz and Tsunoda during first practice in Mexico after dramatic Albon/Bearman collision
Mercedes driver George Russell topped first practice for the Mexico City Grand Prix, leading the way from Ferrari rival Carlos Sainz and RB’s Yuki Tsunoda in a session that featured several rookies and a couple of red flags.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from first practice for the Mexico City Grand Prix
Live coverage of Friday's first practice session for the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix.
Tickets for first F1 Fanzone at Sao Paulo Grand Prix available now
The Sao Paulo Grand Prix (01-03 November) will host the F1 Fanzone for the very first time when Formula 1 visits the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace in Brazil next week, and tickets are available now on F1 Tickets.
From defensive masterclasses to title-worthy charges – Our writers pick their favourite Alonso moments as he marks his 400th GP appearance
He is already the most experienced driver in the sport’s history, but Fernando Alonso is about to add to this achievement by hitting a staggering 400th Grand Prix in Formula 1, another statistic in what has been a storied career featuring 32 wins, 22 pole positions, two world championships and countless memorable moments so far. Ahead of the milestone, we asked some of our writers to share their favourite Alonso memories from his extensive time in the sport…
'I feel like James Bond' – Maylander on what it's like to drive the Aston Martin Safety Car at full throttle
Bernd Maylander is late getting to Baku ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. I meet him on Saturday morning, a few hours ahead of Free Practice 3, the German having just arrived from his overnight flight.
Albon concedes he caught Bearman 'at the worst possible moment' as he reflects on costly FP1 crash in Mexico
Alex Albon says he caught Ollie Bearman at “exactly the worst moment” in the wake of their unusual collision during first practice for the Mexico City Grand Prix.
PRACTICE DEBRIEF: It's tantalisingly close in Mexico – but who has emerged as the team to beat?
The Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez’s Estadio stadium section once again played host to the roar of 20 Formula 1 cars as Friday practice got under way for the Mexico City Grand Prix – and as has been the case in recent races, it was tantalisingly close at the sharp end and in the midfield.
Windows Central
Helldivers 2 celebrates Liberty Day with the gift of a returning beloved weapon, and all you have to do to get it is complete a Major Order only a traitor could fail
To celebrate Liberty Day, Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead Game Studios is bringing gear from the original game to the sequel.
Halo Infinite's awesome Helldivers 2 mode has finally come out — here's how to play on Xbox and PC
Seven months after it was first announced, this incredible Helldivers 2 mode for Halo Infinite has finally released. Here's how you can play.
Intel's 'botched' $20 Billion NVIDIA acquisition shines a $3 Trillion light on the chipmaker's short-sightedness and missed opportunities in AI: "It would have been Intel's most expensive acquisition"
Intel reportedly almost bought NVIDIA for $20 billion in 2005 but its board of directors thwarted the plans because it would have been the firm's most expensive acquisition.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 — List of bugs, errors, and known issues
Here's a list of known bugs, errors, and issues in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, the latest entry in the yearly juggernaut franchise.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang unveils multi-million supercomputer with 1,528 H100 AI GPUs in Denmark — six months after development began to unlock "the era of computer-aided drug discovery"
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and King Frederik X of Denmark launched Gefion, a supercomputer with 1,528 H100 AI GPUs designed to promote research across quantum computing, medicine, and more.
'Genshin Impact' is finally coming to Xbox, but why is it a big deal? Here's an overview of features new players can expect from one of the world's biggest games.
Genshin Impact is heading to Xbox, but what exactly is it? In this piece, we provide an overview of the game's gatcha elements, features, gameplay loop, and more.
Laffgaff
What is the name of Odin’s eight-legged horse in Norse mythology?
Sleipnir.
Quilt Compliment
I politely complimented my wife on a quilt that she recently made. I thought she'd be happy, but instead, she gave me a long explanation of why it's a blanket, not a quilt. If you ask me, she's being a little knit picky.
Itsfoss
Raspberry Pi 4 vs Pi 5: What's the Difference?
The good-old Raspberry Pi 4 or the newer Raspberry Pi 5? Let's know the differences to decide better.