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Spain mourns as death toll passes 150 in catastrophic floods
At least 158 people have died in Spain's worst flooding disaster in decades as rescuers race to find victims.
'We all know someone who has died' - the town in Valencia devastated by floods
The BBC has visited Paiporta, Valencia, where dozens of people have been confirmed dead.
GPs, care homes and hospices voice concern over Budget tax rises
The NHS is exempt from the rise in employer National Insurance contributions, but private providers are not.
Faisal Islam: Rachel Reeves doesn’t mind if you don't like her Budget
The Budget is about the long game on the economy and Reeves believes the current pain is a price worth paying.
Sara Sharif was innocent soul, murder accused said
Jurors at the Old Bailey are shown a series of messages between Sara's stepmother and her sisters.
Snapchat most-used app for grooming, says NSPCC
The children's charity says the police data shows people are "still waiting" for social media to be made safe,
Monkeys will never type Shakespeare, study finds
A popular thought-experiment known as the "infinite monkey theorem" is debunked by Australian researchers.
Brat crowned Collins Dictionary 2024 word of the year
It describes a person who is "characterised by a confident, independent and hedonistic attitude".
Private schools vote for legal action over VAT plans
The Independent Schools Council, which represents 1,400 schools, votes to proceed with legal action.
UK borrowing costs at highest for a year after Budget
Analysts say the rise in borrowing costs is a sign the markets aren't happy about the increase in government spending.
Workers warned Budget tax rises will hit their wages
Economists say tax rises in the Budget will mean employers have less to give as pay rises.
Housing benefit payments to be frozen next year
Labour has confirmed rates will stay the same next year, after several freezes over the past decade.
Different lives - Harris and Trump as you've never seen them before
Born decades and thousands of miles apart - a visual look at the lives of the presidential rivals.
The Papers: 'Markets turn on Reeves' and 'soaring cost of sickness claims'
Investors' reactions to the Budget and forecasts for the cost of sickness benefits lead the papers.
Weekly quiz: Which TV Friend lost their on-screen mum?
Test how closely you've been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.
Marina: 'It's important to take the shame from bulimia'
The singer tells the BBC about her new poetry book, and why she decided to write about bulimia.
Investigating Musk's far-fetched claim about Democrats importing voters
BBC Verify investigates the claim by Elon Musk that Democrats import illegal immigrants to vote.
US election weighs on Ukraine's frontline soldiers
Ukrainians on the front lines tell the BBC's James Waterhouse that their country’s survival is in the hands of Americans.
Riot police called in as fireworks and bricks thrown at vehicles in Edinburgh
Police say a number of people have been involved in disorder in the same area of Edinburgh where there were attacks last year.
How Japan's youngest CEO transformed Hello Kitty
As the cute character celebrates her 50th anniversary, the firm behind it is now a trillion yen business.
Plane fails to land amid fierce typhoon in Taiwan
A plane at Taoyuan Airport was forced to abort its initial landing amid strong winds.
'Drug pollution in water poses risk to my health'
Jo Broughton says she stopped swimming in her local brook over "pharmaceutical pollution" concerns.
Doctor 'gobsmacked' when spy's daughter woke up, inquiry hears
A doctor who cared for poisoned Yulia Skripal tells an inquiry about her arrival at hospital.
Young Thug released from jail after guilty plea on gang charges
The Grammy winner's criminal trial on racketeering and gang charges was the longest in state history.
Halloween festival ends in carnival atmosphere
The four-day programme of events came to a close with a parade and riverfront fireworks display.
Riot police called in as fireworks and bricks thrown at vehicles in Edinburgh
Police say a number of people have been involved in disorder in the same area of Edinburgh where there were attacks last year.
Why fewer teens get help with the costs of college
The number of teenage students getting the £40-a-week help with costs has halved since 2010.
Trapped in cars and garages: Why Spanish floods proved so deadly
Various factors, including drivers becoming trapped in their cars, poor planning by officials and extreme rainfall being exacerbated by climate change are all likely to have contributed.
'Jealous' ex-boyfriend detained for Holly Newton's murder
Logan MacPhail was "filled with resentment" when he stalked and stabbed the 15-year-old, a judge says.
GPs demand exemption from Budget tax hike
GPs are warning that a rise to National Insurance from next April could force them to cut staff.
Pupil who attacked students and teacher with hammer is named
Thomas Wei Huang, 17, was detained for life over the attack at Blundell's School in Devon.
Andy Warhol artworks stolen in Dutch gallery heist
Two works in the Reigning Queens series were taken, according to the gallery's owner.
Rebekah Vardy launches appeal bid against latest Rooney ruling
Last month a judge ruled in favour of Mrs Rooney in a dispute about the legal costs Mrs Vardy must pay.
Khalife: Prison escape a bid to get put in high security unit
The alleged Iranian spy tells court he attached a sling made of trousers to the bottom of a lorry.
Twelve dead in Serbia railway station canopy collapse
The outdoor canopy fell on people sitting on benches below in Serbia's second city Novi Sad.
Man arrested over burglary at home of Ben Stokes
A man is arrested after a burglary at the home of England cricket captain Ben Stokes, police say.
Tube strikes by RMT staff called off after talks
The RMT union calls off Tube strikes by its staff after pay talks with Transport for London.
What are Harris and Trump's policies?
Economy, immigration, abortion and other top issues - here is where the two candidates stand.
BBC Verify on claims of Pennsylvania voter fraud
Claims have been spreading on social media alleging voter fraud in Pennsylvania - BBC Verify examines them.
What happened to the young girl captured in a photograph of Gaza detainees
Julia, aged three, looks on from a crowd of fearful and exhausted men. This is her story.
Tory leadership race: Seven things you might have missed
Either Kemi Badenoch or Robert Jenrick will be announced as the winner of the election to replace Rishi Sunak.
Watch first wave of flood water gushing through town in Valencia
Cars were still driving along streets when the Valencian town of Paiporta was hit by devastating floods.
The Cure's Robert Smith: 'Singing new album live helps me grieve'
The goth icons played two sets at the BBC in support of their new record, Songs Of A Lost World.
Met Police told about Al Fayed a decade earlier than stated
Police said the first report was in 2005, but the family of a woman who has since died reveal she made a complaint a decade earlier.
Investors' reaction to Budget 'very different' to Truss, says Reeves's deputy
Treasury secretary speaks out to reassure the markets after the cost of government borrowing rises.
'I feel unsafe when I go out in the dark' - Nick Robinson's daughter tells dad
BBC host Nick Robinson interviewed his daughter about actress Saoirse Ronan's comment that women think about safety all the time.
Brat crowned Collins Dictionary 2024 word of the year
It describes a person who is "characterised by a confident, independent and hedonistic attitude".
Jess Glynne, Heidi Klum and Victoria Beckham showcase Halloween outfits
Heidi Klum attended her Halloween bash as E.T., while Lizzo's costume referenced a recent episode of South Park.
Value for Money tsar linked to string of overspends
David Goldstone has previously worked as an executive on the Olympics, Parliament's restoration and HS2.
Man arrested over burglary at home of Ben Stokes
A man is arrested after a burglary at the home of England cricket captain Ben Stokes, police say.
Mary Ward murder accused denied bail in Dublin
A 31-year-old man charged with the murder of Mary Ward has been denied bail in Dublin.
Funding of A9 dualling project a real concern, say MSPs
They also say issues around funding had already delayed the £3bn Inverness to Perth project.
Man in court after sexual assault of girl, 11
Alexander Dale is charged with sexual assault and inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.
Bournemouth Echo
Council's cabinet agrees to sale of day centre
A former day centre in Bournemouth could be sold off by BCP Council after cabinet members agreed to the sale.
Roadworks harming business as sales 'drop 50 per cent'
Roadworks on St Margaret's Hill have been harming Pamphill pet food business.
Man dies after suffering fatal neck injury
A MAN died after sustaining a fatal neck injury in Bournemouth.
Asda worker shaves head in store for charity
Asda worker, Jay Kelly shaved her head in store to raise money for charities Tickled Pink and Little Princess Trust.
In The Dock: Hit and runs, assaults and sex offenders
CATALIN-MIHAI MOLDOVAN, 36 and of Avon Road in Bournemouth, admitted driving a motor vehicle when alcohol level above limit, namely 43 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, in Ashley Road in Poole on June 28. She was disqualified from driving for 12 months. He was also fined £550, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £220 and costs of £85 to the Crown Prosecution Service.
The Remembrance Day services taking place across BCP
Veterans, military personnel, residents and public figures will come together to remember the fallen next month.
Panto stars to make appearance at Christmas lights switch on
PANTO stars are set to dazzle at a Christmas lights switch on event in Christchurch.
Man arrested on suspicion of rape after sex assault in Lower Gardens
A man was arrested on suspicion of rape after a woman was sexually assaulted in Bournemouth Lower Gardens.
Pair of care workers hailed as 'two shining lights' scoop national award
A PAIR of Bournemouth care workers described as “two shining lights” have scooped a national award.
Debt centre celebrates 10 years of helping people with their finances
A FREE debt advice service has been helping people with their finances in East Dorset for a decade.
East Dorset fireworks spectacular announced for this weekend
For its 22nd year, Sixpenny Handley will be filled to the brim with pyrotechnics for the Fireworks Spectacular on November 2 at Church Farm Campsite.
New finance brokerage makes splash in the sector
A NEW finance brokerage in Ringwood has made a splash in the sector, with more than £22 million pounds worth of assets quoted on already.
Christchurch Rotary announce date for bonfire night and fireworks spectacular
The 2024 bonfire and fireworks spectacular is due to take place on November 2 at a brand new location.
Hospitality is not the only sector affected by new laws, Dorset lawyer says
Leading employment lawyers in Dorset have warned that new tipping legislation doesn’t just apply to the hospitality sector.
Sunseeker sold to international investors
Luxury yacht maker Sunseeker has been bought by two firms in America and Italy.
Halloween ‘mischief’ suspends services after objects thrown at buses
HALLOWEEN vandals causing ‘mischief’ forced a bus operator to cancel its services after projectiles were thrown at vehicles.
Princess Anne becomes chancellor of new Bournemouth university
PRINCESS Anne has become the inaugural chancellor of a new university in Bournemouth.
Woman rushed to hospital after man attacked her with hammer
A WOMAN was taken to hospital after a man known to her attacked her with a hammer.
Pedestrian left with serious injuries after crash with car
A PEDESTRIAN has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries after a crash with a car in Poole.
Children gutted after thugs smash Halloween pumpkins
TWO CHILDREN, aged seven and three, were left gutted after vandals smashed their Halloween pumpkins in the middle of the night.
Major response as fire breaks out at industrial premises
Six fire crews were called to an industrial premises on the outskirts of Shillingstone.
Child taken to hospital after dog attack outside fish bar
A CHILD was taken to hospital after being bitten by a dog outside a popular fish and shop in Bournemouth.
A338 road closures scheduled for next week
Drivers are being reminded that there will be road closures on the A338 next week.
Superyacht Nectar spotted moored at Poole Quay
A superyacht has been seen moored up at Poole Quay today.
Lorry driver cleared of charges after crash seriously injured woman
Lorry driver Slawomir Kotlowski has been cleared of all charges after a woman was seriously injured in a crash in Lyndhurst in October 2022
Van drivers being warned about spate of break ins
VAN drivers in north Dorset are being urged by police officers to be vigilant as a spate of break-ins are being reported.
Quad bike stolen from farm yard
A quad bike that was stolen from a Dorset farm yard has been recovered
Over 300 children take part in annual Halloween street event
OVER 300 children took part in an “unforgettable” Halloween street event in Canford Cliffs.
VIDEO: Fire breaks out late at night near beach huts due to 'firework'
A fire broke out close to beach huts on Boscombe seafront late at night.
Exhibition marks 200 years since devastating storm on Dorset coast
The story of a storm that left a trail of devastation on the Dorset coast, will be told in a free exhibition.
REVIEW: Showstopper! The Improvised Musical – Lighthouse, Poole
Showstopper! The Improvised Musical – Lighthouse, Poole The essence of live performance is that every show is unique – with this bunch that is doubly so since they rely on the audience to guide them.
RockReef’s 10th birthday mascot challenge competition winner announced
RockReef has revealed the winner of the 10th-anniversary mascot challenge.
Christmas food to be donated to groups across Dorset
Aldi is calling on charities, community groups and food banks in Dorset to register to receive surplus food donations from its stores this Christmas.
Residents urged to recycle Halloween pumpkins
Dorset Council has issued a reminder to the public that pumpkins can be cut up and recycled with the food waste that is collected weekly.
Aldi to donate surplus food to Dorset charities this Christmas
Supermarket giant Aldi is calling on charities, community groups and food banks in Dorset to register to receive surplus food donations from its stores this Christmas.
Nursery group to sponsor Bournemouth youth football team
A Bournemouth youth football team has a new sponsor.
NSPCC's Letter from Santa returns to bring joy and 'real Christmas magic'
How you can send a Letter from Santa to bring some festive joy and support NSPCC services like Childline.
Formula 1
WEEKEND WARM-UP: Norris vs Verstappen, Perez vs Lawson and more as F1 prepares for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix
The F1 paddock arrived at Interlagos for the final instalment of this triple header sequence with both the drivers’ and constructors’ titles very finely poised indeed…
Defiant Perez insists he’s not worried about his Red Bull future as he vows ‘you will see me next year’
Sergio Perez has insisted that he is not concerned about his future, despite Red Bull boss Christian Horner hinting after another tough weekend for the Mexican last time out that the team could be forced to reconsider his position at some stage.
Ferrari’s strong form ‘doesn’t mean we will win all races from now on’ insists Leclerc as constructors’ battle heats up
Ferrari may have claimed two consecutive Grand Prix victories in this triple header, but Charles Leclerc appeared eager to manage expectations as he emphasised that McLaren and Red Bull are still close competitors.
FIA Thursday press conference – Sao Paulo
The drivers face the press ahead of the 2024 Sao Paulo Grand Prix weekend from Interlagos, Brazil.
PADDOCK INSIDER: Why Verstappen and Norris’s electrifying title fight looks set to light up Sao Paulo
If the first two courses of F1 2024’s six-race finale are anything to go by, we’re in for an almighty taste sensation when Brazil’s Sao Paulo serves up dish three.
Norris finding it ‘motivating’ to race Verstappen as he insists his approach to championship fight is ‘working’
Lando Norris has admitted that he is finding it “motivating” to race against Max Verstappen as the championship fight between the two continues to play out, with the pair having gone wheel-to-wheel during recent race weekends.
‘I’ll have to take one at some point’ – Verstappen gives update on possible engine penalty in Brazil
Although there was talk of Max Verstappen facing a grid drop over a crucial weekend in Brazil, the Red Bull driver confirmed that he has not been notified about any final decision made by the team.
Hamilton expecting ‘emotional experience’ as he prepares to drive Senna’s iconic McLaren MP4/5B ahead of Sao Paulo GP
Lewis Hamilton has been confirmed as the driver who will get behind the wheel of Ayrton Senna’s title-winning McLaren MP4/5B for a special demo run ahead of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, with the seven-time world champion admitting that he is expecting an “emotional experience”.
HIGHLIGHTS: Catch the action from FP1 in Brazil as Norris tops the timesheets ahead of Russell and Bearman
Lando Norris set the pace in the sole practice session of the weekend, narrowly leading the way from the Mercedes of George Russell and Haas youngster Ollie Bearman.
FP1: Norris leads Russell and substitute Bearman in sole Sao Paulo Grand Prix practice session
Verstappen set for Sao Paulo GP grid penalty after power unit change
Max Verstappen will face a five-place grid drop at the upcoming Sao Paulo Grand Prix after Red Bull elected to change his power unit for the sixth time this season.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from first practice for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Live coverage of Friday's first practice session for the 2024 Sao Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil.
Bearman to replace unwell Magnussen at Haas for Sao Paulo GP Friday running
2025 Haas driver Ollie Bearman will replace Kevin Magnussen at the team for Friday's running at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix weekend, after Magnussen reported feeling unwell.
‘I’d have signed him already’ – Verstappen reveals who he’d choose for Sauber seat in 2025
The identity of Kick Sauber’s second driver for 2025 is yet to be announced, but Max Verstappen believes that F2 championship leader Gabriel Bortoleto is the man the squad should sign to race alongside Nico Hulkenberg.
Colapinto reluctant to ‘get too excited’ about future in F1 as Hamilton advises he should do ‘absolutely everything’ to get a seat
Franco Colapinto has certainly made his mark after he jumped into the Williams seat with just nine races of the season to go, but he is not certain that he will still be on the grid next year.
Windows Central
"While the population of Linux users is small, their impact infected a fair amount of players’ games." Apex Legends can't be played on Steam Deck anymore, and EA has explained why.
Apex Legends is no longer playable on devices running Linux, including the Steam Deck, with EA noting the decision is due to the amount of cheaters.
This amazing horror game just got multiplayer this Halloween, and it's the most fun you can have for under $3
Buckshot Roulette is one of the best PC games I've played in recent memory, and this Halloween, multiplayer has come to the indie title.
Corsair brings some of its best features to this new gaming keyboard — and it won't take up a lot of space
Corsair is officially launching the K70 Pro TKL, a gaming keyboard that features FlashTap and Rapid Trigger functionality.
To my surprise, Dragon Age: The Veilguard PC sales just passed CoD: Black Ops 6 on Steam
On its launch day, BioWare's highly anticipated Dragon Age: The Veilguard has passed Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 on Steam's Top Sellers list.
Microsoft is struggling to get Windows Recall out the door — delays releasing first public preview
Microsoft has announced a further delay for its controversial Windows Recall feature. Expected to be released in preview this month, the company now says to expect the first preview by December.
Missing this Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge deal would haunt and horrify you. Don't be tricked. Get yourself a treat.
Samung's Galaxy Book4 Edge is a premium laptop powered by a Snapdragon X processor. Right now, you can save $500 on the Snapdragon X Elite model with a 2.8K AMOLED display.
"$10 billion investment in OpenAI, and Copilot sucks compared to ChatGPT": Microsoft staffers and customers lament Copilot's warm and inviting update — a "step backward" and "absolutely ruined"
According to a new report, Microsoft staffers say the new Copilot update has ruined the experience and is a step backward compared to the previous version.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard companion tier list — Which characters are best?
There are seven companions in Dragon Age: The Veilguard and we've ranked them all.
Everyone's obsessed with the XM4 in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, but I've been beaming with a different weapon — here's how to set it up so you can too
The XM4 is already one of the most popular weapons in Black Ops 6, but this setup is a great alternative.
OpenAI's new 'Google killer' feature is Sam Altman's favorite since ChatGPT shipped: "It has probably doubled my usage over the past few weeks"
OpenAI just launched ChatGPT search. It can search the web "in a much better way than before" and promises fast, clear, and direct answers to queries with relevant web sources.
When can you play Nuketown in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6? — A fan favorite map for chaos and carnage returns
Nuketown, the most famous Call of Duty map, is back again, and here's when you can play and what to expect.
Monster Hunter Wilds' Open Beta Test debuts to almost half a MILLION concurrent players on Steam
Capcom has just launched Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test for Xbox consoles and PC. In just an hour after servers went live, the beta has already received over 457,000 concurrent players with no signs of slowing down.
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What is the oldest university in the United States?
Harvard University.
Photography Joke Teller
A friend of mine is always going on about photography jokes. You just can't shutter up.
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9 Desktop Effects to Add Eye Candy to Linux Mint
Time to customize Linux Mint with windows effect.