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A big Budget that will set agenda for years to come
Rachel Reeves' historic first Budget will set the agenda for the Labour government for years to come.
Minimum wage to rise to £12.21 an hour next year
The National Living Wage will rise by 77p from £11.44 per hour for workers over the age of 21.
How X users can earn thousands from US election misinformation and AI images
The accounts are part of pro-Trump and pro-Harris networks sharing each other’s content multiple times a day.
Government says it became aware of new Southport charges in last few weeks
Axel Rudakubana, 18, is facing two further charges, including one under the terrorism act.
Bodies recovered after flash floods and hailstorms sweep through Spain
An unspecified number of bodies are recovered amid flash floods in Spain, the leader of the Valencia region says.
Two in hospital after major fire at BAE site in Cumbria
Emergency services were called to the site, where the UK's nuclear submarines are built, early on Wednesday.
China declares success as its youngest astronauts reach space
The BBC’s Laura Bicker sees the Shenzhou 19 spacecraft take off in a record year of space exploration.
Drought areas have trebled in size since 1980s, study finds
Forty-eight percent of the world went through at least one month of extreme drought in 2023.
Police recover more than 40,000 stolen Bluey coins
Sixty-three thousand of the limited edition coins were reported stolen in July.
Muslim footballer stopped from playing in joggers
Ismail Iqra was told by a London grassroots football team she could not play unless she wore shorts.
'I can’t afford to leave home on £1,500 a month – here’s what I need from the Budget'
People tell the BBC how much they earn and what they want from the Budget.
Culture clashes grow among Beirut's displaced people
An influx of refugees fleeing Israeli strikes risks exacerbating sectarian divisions in the Lebanese capital.
The Papers: Terror charge for Southport suspect and Reeves' first budget
New charges over the Southport attack in July and previews of Wednesday's Budget lead the papers.
Harris pledges 'different path' at site of Trump 6 January rally
The Democratic presidential candidate delivers her final message a week before election day.
What is Unrwa and why has Israel banned it?
The agency provides aid for Palestinians in Gaza and elsewhere, and has long been criticised by Israel.
France backs Morocco in dispute over Western Sahara
Paris's change of heart on the question of sovereignty over Western Sahara has angered Algeria.
Ancient oak named after a band is UK Tree of the Year
The Skipinnish Oak in Lochaber is thought to be at least 1,000 years old.
I am on edge, says woman made homeless aged 75
A 75-year-old from Romford finds herself feeling trapped by London's housing crisis.
The bear who was a private in the Polish army
The bear was enlisted into the Polish army and served alongside soldiers during World War Two.
Adidas ends 'fight' with Kanye West over antisemitism
The two collaborated on the Yeezy collection but cut ties due to the rapper's controversial comments.
Shawn Mendes says he's 'just figuring out' sexuality
The Canadian singer tells concert-goers of his sexuality: it's "a beautifully complex thing".
Biden alarmed at Georgia's disputed election and 'Russian laws'
The US president calls on Georgia's government to respond to concern at the scale of violations.
Watch: Moment US ballot box found in middle of road
A sealed bin and bag of ballots fell out of an election worker's truck and were later found by a passing car.
'Unrwa means everything to us': Gazans fear aid collapse
People in war-torn Gaza are already struggling with a deep humanitarian crisis but now they fear it will get much more difficult.
Ambulance worker attacked boss with hammer in row over rota
Ambulance worker Stacey Smith later texted a friend, admitting "I've smashed her head in".
Tesco settles sexual harassment case for £45k
Former Tesco employee Lara Storey wants other women to know they don’t have to accept unwanted behaviour.
Five things to watch out for in the Budget for Wales
What could Rachel Reeves' first Budget mean for Wales? Here are five things to watch.
Wages, stamp duty, tax: what does the Budget mean for your money?
The chancellor has delivered a packed Budget, so here's how it affects you and your money.
Budget boost to UK economy set to fade after two years
The government's official forecaster raises its prediction for UK growth in 2024 and 2025 but reduces it for later years.
Warning 'pain' of tax hikes to hit jobs and pay rises
The chancellor says businesses will "contribute more" as she raises employer National Insurance to 15%.
Chris Mason: Big tax, borrowing and spending plans
BBC Political Editor Chris Mason decodes the big plans revealed in Rachel Reeves first budget.
Timing of Spain flood alert under scrutiny as blame game rages
Recriminations fly on social media as people ask why local authorities were not better prepared.
PM slams Tory leader candidates' Southport comments
MPs should "support the police" in their investigationg of the triple killing in Southport.
First case of more spreadable mpox detected in UK
A single case of mpox linked to a recent outbreak in parts of Africa has been detected in the UK.
Saoirse Ronan says reaction to women's safety comment is 'wild'
Ronan responded to comments made my Paul Mescal and Eddie Redmayne on The Graham Norton Show
Medic assumed drug overdose, Russian spy poisoning inquiry hears
Paramedics found Sergei and Yulia Skrippal in an area known to be frequented by drug abusers.
US warns Israel over Gaza aid as deadline nears
Aid deliveries are at their lowest monthly level despite a US threat to cut some military assistance.
Teen guilty of shooting mum through front door
Lianne Gordon was trying to protect her children from gang violence when she was killed in her home.
'I'm a patriot, I love my country', Khalife tells spy trial
The former soldier is giving evidence, accused of spying for Iran and later escaping prison.
Hollywood stars grow Wrexham empire with brewery
The football club's star co-owners grow their Wrexham by buying half of the Wrexham Lager brewery.
Molly Russell and Brianna Ghey chatbots found on AI site
The foundation set up in Molly's memory said it would cause "further heartache to everyone who knew and loved" her.
A human is not designed to see what I saw
A former Welsh Guard describes having a "catastrophic breakdown" after returning from Helmand Province.
Watch: The weather conditions that caused devastating flash flooding in Spain
Much of the country has been badly hit by heavy rain and hailstorms, triggering rapid flooding across multiple areas.
'I'm not a one-issue voter, but this is huge': Women on how abortion shaped their vote
It is the first presidential election since the top court overturned Roe v Wade, which protected the nationwide right to an abortion.
How X users can earn thousands from US election misinformation and AI images
The accounts are part of pro-Trump and pro-Harris networks sharing each other’s content multiple times a day.
Liam Payne song postponed to 'let family mourn'
Singer Sam Pounds, who worked with Payne on Do No Wrong, says "it's not the time yet" to release it.
Lisa Kudrow pays tribute to Friends mother Teri Garr
Kudrow says the Oscar-nominated actress, who played her on-screen mum, was "a comedic acting genius".
Two treated after fire at BAE nuclear shipyard
Police say there is "no nuclear risk" and an investigation is under way into the cause of the blaze.
I am on edge, says woman made homeless aged 75
Susan Curtis, from Romford, finds herself feeling trapped by London's housing crisis.
China declares success as its youngest astronauts reach space
The BBC’s Laura Bicker sees the Shenzhou 19 spacecraft take off in a record year of space exploration.
Extreme drought areas treble in size since 80s - study
Forty-eight percent of the world went through at least one month of extreme drought in 2023.
Star Wars memorabilia auction raises £177k
One man sold his entire collection to pay for his upcoming wedding, an auction house says.
Teen guilty of shooting mum through front door
Lianne Gordon was trying to protect her children from gang violence when she was killed in her home.
Chancellor announces £1.5bn for Stormont next year
Funding for the Causeway Coast and Mid South West deals was "paused" during a pre-budget spending review.
Scotland to receive extra £3.4bn from UK Budget, says chancellor
Rachel Reeves has announced several measures that will directly affect Scotland.
Extra £1.7bn for Welsh government in UK Budget
The chancellor also announces cash for coal tip safety and green hydrogen projects in Wales
Bournemouth Echo
Violent incidents raise fears of gang conflicts in Bournemouth
Video footage of weapons being used to hack down a door in West Howe has prompted residents to voice their concerns about gang violence in the area.
Upgrades to Harry Redknapp's luxury Sandbanks villa approved
Harry Redknapp has been given the go-ahead to upgrade his 'Italian villa' in Sandbanks.
Man found dead by friend who was concerned for his welfare
AN INQUEST has opened into the death of a man who was found dead by his friend in Wimborne.
Man died after falling into quay in wheelchair
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who was pulled from Poole Quay after falling into the water in a wheelchair.
‘Fantastic fixers’ joined by MPs at repair café anniversary
A TEAM of “fantastic fixers” were joined by Bournemouth MPs at an anniversary event for their repair café.
Couple to pay £40k to clone dog killed in hit and run
A COUPLE from Bournemouth who are set to pay £40,000 to clone their dog that was killed in a hit and run, are calling on motorists “to do their legal duty”.
More than 200 cigarette butts collected by SSEN volunteers on Dorset beach
A team of volunteers surveyed a 100-metre stretch of Boscombe Beach to collect litter data for the Marine Conservation Society.
New tapas restaurant opens in town
A NEW eatery has opened its doors in Ringwood.
New tapas restaurant opens in town
A NEW eatery has opened its doors in Ringwood.
New tapas restaurant opens in town
A NEW eatery has opened its doors in Ringwood.
New tapas restaurant opens in town
A NEW eatery has opened its doors in Ringwood.
New tapas restaurant opens in town
A NEW eatery has opened its doors in Ringwood.
New tapas restaurant opens in town
A NEW eatery has opened its doors in Ringwood.
Huge new factory employing 70 people officially opens
A NEW manufacturing facility which is set to produce up to £19 million worth of products annually has opened in Poole.
New tapas restaurant opens in town
A NEW eatery has opened its doors in Ringwood.
In The Dock: Disqualified drivers and restraining order breaches
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Thousands of residents could be missing out on financial support
ALMOST 5,000 residents in Dorset could be missing out on financial support of £75 a week from Pension Credit.
Employers’ National Insurance hike will impact workers, warns tax expert
THE proposed employers’ National Insurance (NI) contribution increase of up to two per cent will impact Dorset workers, a tax expert has warned.
Council prepares roads for winter with 25 new gritters
DORSET Council's highway team is preparing for icy roads as the weather gets colder.
Company pledges monthly donation to cancer charity
A POOLE-based power conversion company has pledged to donate £500 every month to the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation (DCCF).
Legendary singer announces Bournemouth date next spring
Legendary singer Dionne Warwick will perform in Bournemouth as part of a UK tour.
Craft fair organisers ‘delighted’ after £440 raised for charity
ORGANISERS of a craft fair are ‘delighted’ after raising £440 for charity.
New fish pass built in New Forest to help sea trout and eels migrate
The Environment Agency has constructed the pass where the stream flows under the A31 through a culvert onto a weir.
PICTURES: The Daily Echo readers celebrate National Cat Day
Daily Echo asked readers to send in their pictures of their companions.
Labour delivers autumn budget: Dorset reacts
Dorset's business leaders and politicians have reacted to Labour's budget
Car crashes into water prompting emergency response
A CAR didn’t stop in time before crashing into a river.
Knife and bottle wielding pair threaten man outside kebab shop
Knife-wielding men threatened a man outside a kebab shop.
Beloved cafe announces it has closed after more than 10 years
A BELOVED cafe is to close after more than 10 years.
Great British Bake Off contestant from Dorset is latest to leave show
Palliative care assistant Nelly has become the sixth contestant to leave The Great British Bake Off after failing to impress the judges during autumn week
Trucker 'would have stopped' if he had known load was collapsing ahead of crash
A trucker carried on driving after a fellow motorist tried to warn him that his load was "collapsing", a court heard.
Dog owner 'made threats' to passing runner
A DOG jumped up at a runner while the owner “made no attempt to control it” and “made threats”.
£5k reward offered for recovery of stolen specialist equipment
A £5,000 reward is being offered for the recovery of stolen specialist equipment.
Range Rover Sport stolen from outside home
Police are appealing for witnesses or anybody with information to come forward after a Range Rover was stolen from Ringwood.
Photos show what Brownsea Island looked like in 1962
Brownsea Island is the largest of the islands in Poole Harbour and its history dates back to the Iron Age, with evidence of early human settlement.
RECAP: Road closed as firefighters battle truck fire
A road has been closed due to a vehicle fire.
Bournemouth nightclub to host charity fundraiser
A charity event will be held at a Bournemouth town centre venue for a special cause.
Music acts to come together for co-headline tour
Electronic music group The Orb and rock band Ozric Tentacles have announced a co-headline tour which will visit Bournemouth.
Lighthouse Poole announces new shows and screenings on sale
Lighthouse Poole has announced a number of new shows and screenings on sale this week.
Royal Marines Christmas Spectacular to bring festive joy
A Royal Marines Christmas Spectacular will come to Bournemouth next month.
Free rail travel for veterans on Remembrance Sunday
Military personnel and veterans attending Remembrance Sunday events will be able to travel for free with South Western Railway.
One in 43 children in BCP now missing at least half their lessons
One in 43 children in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are now missing at least half their lessons, new figures show.
Candlelit event near Bournemouth Pier to remember lost loved ones
Lost loved ones will be remembered at a special candlelit event at Bournemouth Pier Approach.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Fuel Duty won't rise next year
Fuel Duty will increase this year, after Chancellor Rachel Reeves reversed previous cuts to that tax in today’s Budget.
'Navitus Bay an ill wind'
I spoke twice at the Navitus Bay public inquiry in my previous role as president of the Bournemouth Chamber of Trade and Commerce.
What is Carried Interest? Here is everything you need to know
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that there would be a 32% rise in taxes paid on Carried Interest.
Chancellor reveals billions in compensation for blood and Post Office scandal victims
In the 2024 Autumn Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced billions of pounds compensation for victims of the infected blood and Post Office scandals
Chancellor reveals Inheritance Tax changes in Budget - how will you be affected?
Inheritance Tax is a tax paid on the estate (property, money and possessions) of someone who has passed away.
Chancellor to promise 'more pounds in people's pockets' in Budget statement
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will pledge to put “more pounds in people’s pockets” in her first Budget today
Bake Off fans 'gutted' as judges make 'bizarre decision' to send next baker home
See who left Bake Off last night as Channel 4 fans say they are "gutted" to see the sixth contestant sent home by judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.
Government
Finance Bill
This Bill will be published after the House’s decisions on the Budget Resolutions. A new Finance Bill is usually presented to Parliament each year; it enacts the proposals for taxation made by the Chancellor of the Exchequer in the Budget statement and brings them into law.
Microplastic filters (washing machines) Bill
A Bill to require manufacturers to fit microplastic-catching filters to new domestic and commercial washing machines; to make provision about the promotion of the use of microplastic-catching filters in washing machines and raising awareness about the consequences of microplastics from washing machines for pollution in rivers and seas; and for connected purposes.
Firearms (3D Printing) Bill
A Bill to create an offence of possessing a blueprint for the production of a firearm by 3D printing; to create an offence of possessing part of a firearm produced by 3D printing; and for connected purposes.
Registration of Death (Religion) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the collection of religious information of the deceased where the death has been registered; to make provision for religious data to be provided on a voluntary basis; and for connected purposes.
Children’s Hospices (Funding) Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to conduct a review of the funding of hospices specialising in the care of children and to publish proposals for measures to guarantee access to hospices for all children who require palliative care; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
‘Now he’d like another one!’ – Carlos Sainz Sr. reflects on son’s emotional Mexico win as Ferrari chapter draws to a close
Carlos Sainz’s father has expressed his pride and satisfaction after the Ferrari driver charged to a pole position and victory double at the Mexico City Grand Prix – ticking the box of winning again before switching to Williams in 2025.
THE STRATEGIST: Did ‘idiot’ back markers cost Ferrari a 1-2 in Mexico?
Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur even called the drivers in question “idiots”, but is he right – did those back markers cost Ferrari a 1-2 finish? Bernie Collins, former Head of Strategy for Aston Martin has been looking at the data to find out…
‘At least we could fight’ – Bottas taking positives from Kick Sauber’s step forward in Mexico
Valtteri Bottas was left feeling positive about Kick Sauber’s progress at the Mexico City Grand Prix, with the Finn pleased to have been able to fight despite the team again missing out on scoring points.
What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2024 Sao Paulo Grand Prix?
Formula 1 heads to the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix and a weekend of Sprint action – and Pirelli have confirmed the tyres that will be in play for the event.
IT'S RACE WEEK: 5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the 2024 Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Two down and one to go when it comes to the latest triple header of races, and it’s a Sprint weekend to add to the action. With the past two Grands Prix in Austin and Mexico City providing plenty of drama, here are a few of the storylines that are likely to be the key talking points as the paddock arrives in Sao Paulo…
PALMER: Why the fractious battles in Mexico showed that racing respect is the key element of great fighting in F1
Seven days on from all the discussion about track limits and racing rules in Austin, and we’re back talking about them again after a spate of incidents in Mexico – headlined by the latest battle between title rivals Max Verstappen and Lando Norris...
RB name Brazilian Rafaela Ferreira as 2025 F1 ACADEMY driver
Rafaela Ferreira has become the third driver announced for the 2025 F1 ACADEMY season, with RB selecting the Brazilian racer to represent them on the grid next year.
What time is the Formula 1 2024 Sao Paulo Grand Prix and how can I watch it?
After two action-packed weekends in Austin and Mexico City, the F1 paddock heads straight to Sao Paulo's Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace for the final stop of this triple header sequence.
Alpine and Honda to pay fines after accepting 'procedural breaches' of F1 power unit financial regulations
Alpine and Honda will each pay a fine to Formula 1 governing body the FIA after accepting that they were in "procedural breach" of the power unit financial regulations.
Sauber announce personnel changes amid restructure as Inaki Rueda joins following Ferrari departure
Former Ferrari Head of Race Strategy and Sporting Inaki Rueda has joined Sauber as part of the team’s on-going restructure to become Audi’s works Formula 1 squad in 2026.
BEYOND THE GRID: Christian Danner on being the first F1 driver to be disqualified for dangerous driving – and how Senna came to his defence
Despite being a hugely versatile racing driver who competed in Formula 3000, IndyCar, Sports Cars and Touring Cars, Christian Danner was unable to showcase his full potential in Formula 1 in the mid-late 1980s.
'We never expected it' – Komatsu says securing P6 in his first season as Haas boss would ‘mean everything’
Haas boss Ayao Komatsu has admitted that it would “mean everything” for the squad to clinch sixth place in the constructors’ championship in his first season as Team Principal, particularly given that the position has far surpassed their previous expectations for 2024.
How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Sao Paulo Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro
For the final stop of a busy triple header sequence of races, the F1 paddock returns to the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace – better known to many as Interlagos – for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
HINCH'S HEROES: Who makes IndyCar star James Hinchcliffe's list after Sainz's memorable Mexico win?
IndyCar star and F1 TV pundit has picked out the five drivers who impressed him most over the race weekend at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez…
THIS WEEK IN F1: 10 quiz questions on the Mexico City Grand Prix – and F1 history in Brazil
Windows Central
Turtle Beach's wild new Xbox controller rotates buttons in and out of the gamepad like a sci-fi gadget, and you can preorder it now
Gaming peripheral maker Turtle Beach has announced the Stealth Pivot Xbox controller, a gamepad with unique revolving button modules that give you access to a separate set of inputs.
A daring developer reincarnates Clippy from the Microsoft Graveyard to pop up like an AI genie with insightful details about cryptic screenshots on Windows PCs — like Google's Circle to Search tool
An avid developer recently shared a project dubbed AI-Snip, which brings back Clippy from the Microsoft Graveyard to provide insightful information about obscure things captured in screenshots you might not understand.
We waited 14 years to get Red Dead Redemption on PC, and we'll have to wait even longer to find out how well it plays on Steam Deck
Red Dead Redemption just launched on PC, 14 years after its initial launch on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. While the game is available on Steam, Rockstar has not tested the game on Steam Deck.
"I know none of this is easy news to hear, particularly with colleagues and friends departing SIE." Sony closes two PlayStation studios and shutters Concord for good
PlayStation maker Sony has revealed that it's closing its Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios teams, with the latter's unsuccessful hero shooter Concord being sunset permanently.
All I had to do to enjoy Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 so much more was to change this one simple setting
Xbox Game Pass has brought me back to Call of Duty with Black Ops 6, but I had to make this one change to really enjoy myself.
'Age of Empires 4' announces new DLC coming soon, as it celebrates its 3rd anniversary
The developers of Age of Empires 4 have recently announced that they have begun developing new DLC content for the game that will be added sometime later during 2025.
Microsoft Teams will become "more inclusive, personalized, and engaging" thanks to this new feature
Microsoft Teams will soon let you set the skin tone of your emojis and reactions. The feature will sync your setting across Teams clients and is in testing currently.
Dragon Age: The story so far — a full recap of the games before The Veilguard
Want to play Dragon Age: The Veilguard without jumping into every prior game? I've got you covered with the story so far. Here's a full recap of the Dragon Age games.
Anthropic shares hilarious demo of Claude AI ditching a coding prompt to look at scenic national park photos on Google: "Claude has ADHD, this is very relatable"
Anthropic has been documenting Claude 3.5 Sonnet advances, including instances where it took a break from coding to look at pictures of Yellowstone National Park and abruptly stopped a long screen-recording, ultimately losing the footage.
Laffgaff
What is the farthest planet from the Sun?
Neptune.
Athletic Pirate
What do you call an athletic pirate? Gym lad.