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How would Trump’s promise of mass deportations of migrants work?
The mass deportation of undocumented immigrants would face legal and practical challenges - and cost billions.
Putin hails 'courageous' Trump after election win
The Russian president also said that Trump's claim that he can help end the war in Ukraine "deserves attention at least".
Three charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
One Direction star Payne, 31, died after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina.
Easy-fit prosthetics offer hope to thousands of Gaza amputees
Children are among the thousands to have lost limbs in Gaza, forcing them to learn a new way of life.
Nurse’s death linked to approved weight-loss drug
Susan McGowan from North Lanarkshire died two weeks after taking the drug tirzepatide, brand name Mounjaro.
It's been the hardest year of my life, says William
The Prince of Wales tells reporters his year has been "dreadful", following a difficult year for the royals.
FA investigates Premier League club boss over sex claims
The FA opens a safeguarding inquiry into a Premier League club boss, a year on from a BBC report.
Church covered up 'abhorrent' abuse, report finds
John Smyth QC's abuse of more than 100 children and young men was covered up for years, a report concludes.
Watch: Moment road worker dodges high-speed truck crash
Footage shows a truck crash and almost hit a highway worker on the side of an Interstate in New York.
Forty-three monkeys escape from US research lab
Officials in rural South Carolina say the female rhesus monkeys escaped into the wild after their pen was left open.
Bat safety shed will cost £100m, says HS2 chairman
Sir Jon Thompson tells a conference there is "no evidence high-speed trains interfere with bats".
From Musk to RFK Jr: What a new Trump administration may look like
The president-elect's transition team starts vetting potential candidates to serve in key posts.
Will Republicans win the House? The outstanding races to watch
It's too early to determine if Republicans will keep their majority in the US House of Representatives.
Weekly quiz: Which celebrity dressed as ET for Halloween?
Test how closely you've been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.
The Papers: 'Reeves is driving up prices' and William's 'hardest year'
New inflation fears and poignant remarks by the Prince of Wales make Friday's front pages.
How a Chinese maths 'prodigy' unravelled in cheating storm
A 17-year-old student was hailed as a genius, until it emerged she'd cheated.
Indian experts hail breakthrough in bid to save native bird
The birth of a great Indian bustard chick through artificial insemination has given hope to conservationists.
More need for exam support leaves schools stretched
Schools are struggling to cope with the logistical hurdles and cost required to make the adjustments.
The girl who went to buy cornflakes and never came home
Lindsay Rimer's family and detectives reveal the lasting impact of the teenager's murder in 1994.
Nervous dad forgets bride as he walks down aisle
Neil Crossley, from Barnsley, says his mind was preoccupied with nerves about his wedding speech.
Thousands of lung cancer cases detected in lorry clinics
Specially adapted lorries have been visiting towns to offer NHS checks in the community.
Israel passes law to deport relatives of attackers, including citizens
Opponents say the legislation, which would apply to close family members, is unconstitutional.
Interest rates cut but Bank hints fewer falls to come
Interest rates were cut to 4.75% but the Bank expects inflation to creep higher after last week's Budget.
Jailed teenager freed after appealing riot sentence
Dylan Willis, 18, had his 14 month sentence suspended for two years by Court of Appeal judges.
Cuba works to restore power after hurricane blackout
Hurricane Rafael brought strong winds, causing a shutdown of the country's electricity system for the second time in just weeks.
Police told 'no ex-spy' in Novichok poisoning area
Sergei Skripal and his daughter were found slumped on a bench in Salisbury after being poisoned in 2018.
Ultra-rich using jets like taxis, climate scientists warn
Researchers worked out the amount of planet-warming gas released by private jets over four years.
'I'm called exotic for being black in rural town'
Nyarai calls it a "stupid cliché" that anti-racism work is prioritised in cities over rural areas.
Man thought to be first in UK charged with 'dognapping'
Julian Mead is thought to have became the first to be charged with "dognapping" since a new law.
UK's first Chinese parliamentarian dies at 74
Alliance pays tribute to its "ground-breaking" and "trailblazing" former assembly member, Anna Lo.
Oil firm blames windfall tax for North Sea pull-out
Texas-based Apache says the windfall tax on energy profits will make its operations "uneconomic".
Democrats had bet on women showing up in force. They didn’t
All the talk before the vote was of a huge gender gap, but it didn't happen. Why was that?
How a Chinese maths 'prodigy' unravelled in cheating storm
A 17-year-old student was hailed as a genius, until it emerged she'd cheated.
Fresh Spain floods sweep away dozens of cars near Girona
No casualties were reported in the latest round of flooding, after more than 200 people were killed last week.
Princess of Wales to attend Remembrance events
The princess will attend events on both Saturday and Sunday, Buckingham Palace says.
Nearly 70% of Gaza war dead are women and children, UN says
A UN agency verified victims from a six-month period and said it found international law violations.
Sara Sharif's stepmum would not call 999, jury told
Beinash Batool searched on Google the difference between murder and manslaughter, a court hears.
Beyoncé passes Jay-Z in all-time Grammy nominations
The pop star was previously tied with her husband for the most nominations ever on 88 each.
Baby milk price promotion ban should end, watchdog suggests
Many parents opt for more expensive baby milk, equating higher costs with better quality, the watchdog found.
The Archers radio star June Spencer dies aged 105
The actress played matriarch Peggy Woolley in BBC Radio 4's long-running drama from 1951 until 2022.
Susie Wiles: Who is Trump’s new 'ice maiden' chief of staff?
The 67-year-old - whose father was an American football star - will be the first woman in the job.
No guarantees Trump will give Netanyahu all he wants
Trump's win has been welcomed by Israel but the change he brings may not be to its liking, writes Lucy Williamson.
Trump's New York sentencing still could happen even after election victory
Sentencing would likely spark more delay requests from Trump and open up an unprecedented new legal front.
'They shouted Jewish, IDF': Israeli football fan describes attack in Amsterdam
Maccabi Tel Aviv fans describe being beaten and kicked by gangs of young men.
'Adult crime, adult time': Row as Australian state locks up 10-year-olds again
Most children jailed in the Northern Territory are Aboriginal, and the new government is reducing the age that can happen.
'My voice is needed': Going solo after leaving one of the UK's biggest podcasts
Milena Sanchez quit The Receipts last year, one of the UK's biggest podcasts, after a co-host rift.
Easy-fit prosthetics offer hope to thousands of Gaza amputees
Children are among the thousands to have lost limbs in Gaza, forcing them to learn a new way of life.
Grammy nominations 2025: Who's up for the biggest prizes?
Read the list of nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards, which will take place in February 2025.
Gaza’s top Islamic scholar issues fatwa criticising 7 October attack
It is an embarrassing critique for Hamas, which has used religious arguments to justify its actions.
Man admits murdering girlfriend he set on fire
Leigh Pateman admits murdering Ellen Marshall who died two years after he attacked her in her home.
Bolt drivers win right to holiday and minimum wage
Thousands of drivers on ride-hailing and food delivery app Bolt have won a legal claim to be classed as workers.
Manchester Arena attack conspiracist ordered to pay £45k
Richard Hall claimed the Manchester Arena attack, which killed 22 people, was fake.
Nurse’s death linked to approved weight-loss drug
Susan McGowan from North Lanarkshire died two weeks after taking the drug tirzepatide, brand name Mounjaro.
COP29 chief exec caught on film promoting fossil fuel deals
Undercover filming shows COP29 chief exec discussing new oil and gas projects ahead of climate summit.
Water watchdog boss claimed £170 Mulberry wallet on expenses
Alan Sutherland stood down last year after a report revealed lavish spending at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland.
Jail for death crash driver on wrong side of road
Mateusz Sikorski was driving on the wrong side of the road when he collided with Christopher Boyle.
Man admits murdering girlfriend he set on fire
Leigh Pateman admits murdering Ellen Marshall who died two years after he attacked her in her home.
Michael McMonagle jailed for child sex offences
Michael McMonagle has been sentenced to nine months in custody and a further nine months on licence.
Nurse’s death linked to approved weight-loss drug
Susan McGowan from North Lanarkshire died two weeks after taking the drug tirzepatide, brand name Mounjaro.
Bournemouth Echo
Four popular KFC restaurants put up for sale amid closures
KFC restaurants in Dorset and the New Forest are on sale.
Viaduct 'under threat' - but council says 'not any time soon'
KNOCKING down an historic railway bridge is not off the table, but it’s unlikely to happen any time soon.
Council debate on winter fuel payment hijacked by party politics
A COUNCIL debate on the winter fuel payment was hijacked by accusations of councillors playing party politics.
Boscombe body parts murder: How much Dorset Police spent on investigation
AROUND 3,600 hours worth of overtime was claimed for last year’s police investigation into the Boscombe murder.
Construction work begins on new £90 million hospital project
Royal Bournemouth Hospital has begun constructing the ‘Coast Building’, a new project that will expand patient capacity and elevate the trust’s services.
Bar unveils plans to create Camden Town inspired space
A BAR in Westbourne has unveiled its expansion plans, with owners hopeful to create a new space for the community.
“I want there to be a day where there’s a world without diabetes"
Diabetes charity is holding annual ball to raise money for diabetes research.
More than 50,000 speeding fines issued to Dorset drivers
Speeding fines in Dorset have surpassed more than 50,000 in the past year.
Westbourne hair salon celebrates multiple wins at national awards
For the second time in two years, he and his team have taken home numerous prestigious awards form the Salon Awards to add to their award-winning status.
19 road closures in place for Remembrance Sunday
Nineteen road closures will be in place during Remembrance Sunday.
In The Dock: Man jailed after stalking woman
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
More than 100 new homes approved near main road
MORE than a hundred homes have been approved for a site off the A30 Salisbury Road at Shaftesbury.
'Vital' programme of drug education created for Dorset schools
A NEW programme of drug education has been created for schools in Dorset.
Star of Taskmaster to bring UK tour to Poole
THE star of Taskmaster has announced her biggest UK tour to date for 2025 – and its coming to Poole.
Supermarket invites shoppers to nominate colleague champions
ALDI is encouraging shoppers in Dorset to nominate store colleagues who have brightened their day.
Travel agents 'very proud' after successful fundraiser for children’s charity
A GROUP of travel agents have walked from Highcliffe Castle to Boscombe Pier to raise money for a children’s charity.
Residents left without water during 'outage'
RESIDENTS across Poole have been left without water after third-party damage was caused to a water main in Wessex Water's network.
Woman sexually assaulted by stranger on bus
A WOMAN was sexually assaulted while travelling on a bus in Bournemouth.
Man dies after emergency incident
A man died after a medical incident in Christchurch
Four teens charged after 'huge fight erupted' near Bournemouth Pier
FOUR teenagers and a man have been charged after an alleged huge fight near Bournemouth Pier during the summer.
Man suspected in the murder of Sandra Court dies in prison
The prime suspect in the murder of Suzy Lamplugh has died in prison at the age of 70, the Prison Service said.
Elderly man injured in 'hit and run'
AN elderly man has been injured in a ‘hit and run’ in Poole.
Council cabinet member resigns with immediate effect
A councillor has stepped down from his cabinet post due to “personal reasons”.
Do you recognise these men? Police officers want to talk to them
Several items were stolen from a Co-op on a high street.
The Ivy Bournemouth launches with VIP guest list for 'unforgettable' night
A launch night for The Ivy has been hailed as a great success, offering VIPs a first look at the exciting new restaurant.
Man, 26, charged with 'heroin offences'
A MAN has been charged with drugs supply offences after a vehicle was stopped by police in Bournemouth.
Former Eastenders star Todd Carty on starring in Poole's panto
TV star Todd Carty has said it’s “lovely” to be back in Poole as he prepares to appear in pantomime this Christmas.
Man identified by police after woman sexually assaulted on bus
A MAN has been identified in connection with a sexual assault in Bournemouth.
Road temporarily closed while services deal with crash
A ROAD was temporarily closed while emergency services attended to a crash.
Live firing and night firing set for Dorset ranges
These are the days and times next week when people can expect to hear live firing on the Lulworth Ranges in Purbeck
Man who worked on wigs for Ru Paul's Drag Race to open salon in Dorset
Ryan also has a star-studded reputation for working on wigs with popular tv shows such as Ru Paul’s Drag Race and The Lorraine Show.
Ground broken for college's 'momentous' new facility
Bournemouth and Poole College has marked a momentous milestone in the construction of its new cutting-edge learning facilities with a topping out ceremony.
Splatter face mask belonging to WW1 corporal donated to museum
A tank crew ‘splatter’ face mask belonging to a corporal was recently donated to The Tank Museum.
New council EV chargers installed across towns
New electric vehicle charging points have been installed in several towns as part of a council programme.
The Archers star June Spencer dies aged 105, family says
June Spencer, who played matriarch Peggy Woolley in BBC Radio 4’s The Archers, has died at the age of 105.
'Political fighting is the last thing the country needs'
GEOFFREY Brooking (letters 5 Nov) criticises the Conservatives for electing a leader with “the backing of just 17 per cent of MPs”.
Embrace the outdoors at Studland Bay this winter
People will be able to get involved in events at Studland Bay over the coming weeks.
Banff Mountain Film Festival to visit three Dorset venues
Cinema goers across Dorset can go on a thrilling adventure on the big screen.
'Cycle lanes and traffic woes'
HOW lucky are we to have the services of councillor Andy Hadley guiding us in his capacity as cabinet member responsible for roads and cycle lanes at BCP.
The new business helping residents to hear more clearly
A new Poole-based business is making it easier for residents across the region to hear more clearly.
Are you paying too much tax? How to check your tax code
A tax code is used by an employer or pension provider in order to work out how much Income Tax to take from an individual's pay or pension
Filmmakers invited to showcase talent at 48-hour contest
Shooting From The Hip takes place from November 15 to 17 and will see participants write, shoot and edit a short film.
Major tabletop games expo to return to the BIC
Visitors can expect more features, attractions, exhibitors and opportunities to play the worlds most popular games.
20,000 shoeboxes of treats and essentials delivered to disadvantaged children
The Wessex Rotary Club Shoebox Scheme has been operating for over 20 years and sees thousands of presents delivered to children in time for Christmas.
Princess of Wales to attend Remembrance Sunday service and Festival of Remembrance
The Princess of Wales will attend Remembrance Sunday service and Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall
What side should your poppy be worn? Everything you need to know
Should a poppy be worn on the left or the right side of your coat - everything you need to know ahead of Remembrance Day and Remembrance Sunday.
GMB reports hundreds of pharmacies in England at risk of closing by end of 2024
1 in 6 pharmacies in England are at risk of closing by the end of 2024, Good Morning Britain (GMB) reports, due to extra costs announced in the budget.
King Charles shares his fitness routine ahead of his 76th birthday
King Charles has shared his fitness routine with Team GB Olympians ahead of his 76th birthday.
Formula 1
From iconic soundbites to an infamous calendar – Seven memorable Bottas moments that made him a hit with F1 fans
Valtteri Bottas’s time on the F1 grid looks to be coming to an end – at least for the time being – following news of his impending exit from Kick Sauber after the 2024 season. Since making his debut back in 2013, the Finn has enjoyed a successful career in the sport in which he has picked up 10 wins, 67 podiums and 20 pole positions. But alongside the statistics, Bottas has also notched up countless memorable moments both on and off the track that have made him an entertaining presence in the paddock.
Stella identifies the missed points in 2024 that McLaren and Norris 'regret' amid Verstappen championship fight
McLaren boss Andrea Stella has stated that the team would not have wanted Lando Norris to do anything differently on the occasions where he has gone wheel-to-wheel with Max Verstappen in 2024 – but also acknowledged that the squad “regret” missing out on points during the title rivals’ tense battle at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Binotto says Sauber had talks with ‘strong candidate’ Mick Schumacher before deciding on Bortoleto
Sauber boss Mattia Binotto has admitted that Mick Schumacher was a “strong candidate” for a seat at Kick Sauber in 2025, with the team having held talks with the German driver before ultimately deciding on rookie Gabriel Bortoleto.
F1 EXPLAINS: What really happens on the F1 grid – with Oscar Piastri's engineer and Gordon Ramsay
In the first podcast episode to be recorded on a Formula 1 starting grid before a race, Christian Hewgill and Katie Osborne push through the crowds and explain what teams and drivers are doing, why the pre-race countdown is so important and the rules of the F1 grid.
From Schumacher’s engine heartbreak to Webber’s agonising spin – 7 races that proved pivotal in F1 title battles from the 21st century
Brazil played host to another Formula 1 classic last weekend, with Max Verstappen’s masterful performance at a soaking wet Interlagos also moving him comfortably clear of Lando Norris in the drivers’ standings. Will it prove to be the 2024 season’s decisive race? We look back at some other examples from the turn of the millennium that changed the course of title battles…
TECH WEEKLY: The key benefit of McLaren’s new rear wing in Brazil that couldn’t be utilised in the race
In Brazil last weekend McLaren introduced a new medium downforce rear wing and two accompanying beam wing choices. The new wing – with the lower downforce version of the new beam wing – was on the car as the team took a one-two in the Sprint race, having locked out the front row of Sprint qualifying.
Windows Central
Golden Joystick Awards 2024 voting is still live for 24 hours — this nominee easily got my GOTY pick
The popular Golden Joystick Awards show is back for 2024, and you still have time to cast your vote for its Game of the Year category.
STALKER 2 PC system requirements and specs: Can you run Heart of Chornobyl?
GSC Game World's long-awaited STALKER 2 release is imminent, and ahead of it, the game's PC requirements have been published.
A Mass Effect TV series is finally happening, so I hope it doesn't make this mistake
A Mass Effect TV series is reportedly in development at Amazon MGM Studios, with BioWare's Michael Gamble producing.
You can now drop $900 on the best gaming handheld with all the storage, but there's already one way to save a couple hundred dollars
The ASUS ROG Ally X is about to get a new variant with an absurd 2TB of SSD storage that'll cost $900, but Best Buy is giving buyers one way to save already.
Windows 11's best legacy apps get much-needed AI-powered love from Microsoft — but the best experience is Copilot+ PC limited
Microsoft recently shipped next-gen AI experiences to Paint and Notepad on Windows 11, including generative fill, generative erase, and rewriting capabilities.
Windows on Arm apps are about to get access to the secret sauce Adobe used to get Premiere Pro 25 to work on Copilot+ PCs
Microsoft is testing an update to Windows 11's Prism emulation that adds support for several extensions. The additions make it possible for more apps to run on Windows PCs powered by Arm processors.
Best Buy early access Black Friday PC and tech deals are live; here's what's already in my cart
Black Friday officially kicks off on November 29, but plenty of retailers are already offering significant discounts. Here are some of my favorites.
One of 2024's "buggiest" Xbox games is a stunning showcase of photorealism with shallow RTS elements
Empire of the Ants blends photo-realistic visuals with strategy gameplay as you control '103,683rd' the ant and carry out your mother, the Queen's, wishes for expansion.
Microsoft wants you to pay for AI-generated themes in Outlook on Windows, Mac, and mobile
Microsoft is adding new AI-generated theme support to the new Outlook app across Windows and third-party platforms.
Take-Two is selling Outer Worlds publisher Private Division because it says it's in the "business of making great big hits" like Grand Theft Auto — but was Xbox the buyer?
Grand Theft Auto owner Take-Two Interactive has sold off the Private Division publishing label to an unknown party, including the rights to its upcoming games.
You can now transform your Secretlab chair into the Arcane, World of Warcraft, or Dragonball universes — and it just got more affordable
Secretlab has released SKINS Lite, a more affordable way to customize your TITAN Evo, now with new versions for Arcane, World of Warcarft, and Dragonball.
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This 4K gaming handheld docking station offers one-click recording without a computer — yes, really.
I tested this docking station with all of my handhelds to record and stream my games.
I switched from Photoshop to Microsoft Paint for these image editing tools on Windows 11
On Windows 11, you can now use the Microsoft Paint app to perform advanced image editing with minimal effort, including removing background, working with layers, deleting unwanted objects, and creating digital work with AI, and in guide, I will show you how.
Xbox lets you make friends now — as the new friends and followers update rolls out to everyone
Xbox's recent update to its Friends and Followers feature introduces the ability for users to send friend requests, making friendships a two-way connection.
Like it or not, Paint is now in your Windows 11 context menu
The latest Insider update to Microsoft Paint ads AI features and improves the app. It also makes Paint appear in the Windows 11 context menu, which has drawn some criticism.
OpenAI beats copyright infringement lawsuit after complainants failed to allege cognizable injury: "Let us be clear about what is really at stake here. That question is not before the court today."
A New York federal judge recently dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit filed against OpenAI by news outlets after they failed to "allege a cognizable injury" in court.
"Nintendo is not asserting patents on genuine technological inventions but trying to monopolize game rules" The patents for the Palworld lawsuit have finally been revealed — filed after the game launch
Pocketpair have announced the patents Nintendo's lawsuit against Palworld is claiming infringement. The 3 patents are related specifically to gameplay mechanics and were filed after Palworld’s launch.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 director talks up the part Xbox Game Pass played in making it the biggest launch in franchise history
Black Ops 6 on Game Pass has been a monumental success, bringing new and old players back to the franchise.
Fallout TV series casts Home Alone star Macaulay Culkin for second season — but what role is he playing?
Actor Macaulay Culkin is reportedly joining the cast of the Fallout TV series for its second season.
Laffgaff
Who was the first British writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature?
Rudyard Kipling.
Bull Seller
A farmer once tried to sell me his bull. I didn't buy it. He was charging too much.
Itsfoss
Unlock VLC's Potential With These 9 Simple Tricks
Get the most out of the VLC media player with these tips and tricks.