The News - Saturday, 09 November 2024

BBC News

Pelosi blames Biden for election loss as finger pointing intensifies

The powerful Democrat says the party might have beaten Donald Trump if the president had "gotten out sooner".

US charges man over alleged Iranian plot to kill Trump

The US government alleges Iran's Revolutionary Guard tasked an Afghan national to devise a plan to kill Trump.

'Life turned to dust': A family's grief after Spain floods

Brothers Izan, 5, and Rubén, 3, were dragged from their father's arms in Valencia's deadly floods last month.

We must not turn blind eye to antisemitism, says Dutch king after attacks on Israeli football fans

Willem-Alexander says Jewish people must feel safe in the Netherlands after Israeli football supporters come under attack.

Police inquiry after boy shaken as baby dies aged 9

North Yorkshire Police says it is investigating the cause of Bradley Nelson's death last month.

Why did the UK's first satellite end up thousands of miles from where it should have been?

Britain's oldest satellite is in the wrong part of the sky, but no-one's really sure who moved it.

Police officers killed during bogus 999 call among first to get new award

The first batch of Elizabeth Emblems will be given to relatives by King Charles later this year.

Watchdog to review police handling of Al Fayed abuse claims

The Independent Office for Police Conduct will review two cases the Met Police investigated in 2008 and 2013.

Hidden message in a bottle found in lighthouse wall after 132 years

Engineers were shocked to find the message deep inside the wall of a lighthouse in the south of Scotland.

'I gave my DNA to a testing company - then it vanished'

Customers of Atlas Biomed are angry and worried about what's happened to the highly sensitive data they shared.

Crypto expert with links to gang shot dead at Brazilian airport

Antônio Vinicius Gritzbach had recently agreed to hand over information about the Primeiro Comando da Capital group.

O'Neill 'understands' hurt over Remembrance Sunday event

Sinn Fein's Michelle O'Neill responds to criticism over her attendance at a Remembrance Sunday event.

Divided Arizona contends with Trump's sweeping border plan

The state is likely to be on the frontline of the president-elect's immigration policies.

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 US election fraud claims changed as Trump won

Both Trump fans and Harris supporters baselessly claimed large-scale voter fraud in Tuesday's election.

'Ghost buses' and cut services: Passengers complain as bus cap rises

The frequency of rural bus services in England has reached a historic low but fares are now rising.

The Papers: US economy 'overheating' and 'Ukraine fears'

The implications of Donald Trump's election win make the lead on some of Saturday's front pages.

Pictures from space show mighty smog choking Lahore

The smog covering Pakistan's second largest city has been captured in satellite images.

'We shouldn't need to face racist attacks in 2024'

The organisation Love Music Hate Racism is set to relaunch across the country including Coventry.

Is this tiny Mauritian island a confidential spy station?

India has built a 3km-long runway on Agalega and no-one has fully explained why, angering residents.

Beyoncé surpasses husband Jay-Z in all-time Grammy nominations

The pop star was previously tied with her husband for the most nominations ever on 88 each.

Are luxury beauty advent calendars a rip-off?

They can cost hundreds of pounds, but are these products actually worth the money?

'I've had to remind patients I'm the surgeon' - life as a female doctor

Being a female surgeon comes with its challenges - but Elena Theophilidou hopes her story can inspire others.

'Adult crime, adult time': Row as Australian territory 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.

'They shouted Jewish, IDF': Israeli football fans describe attack in Amsterdam

Maccabi Tel Aviv fans say they were beaten and kicked by gangs of young men.

Fire, fish and a zombie rabbit: Photos of the week

A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.

Island gets broadband via water pipes in UK first

Cables have been laid within existing water pipes, using the community-owned water system.

Russia jails its own soldiers for killing entire family in Ukraine

The sentence, handed down by a Russian court, is a rare example of the country holding its troops to account for war crimes.

Black veteran wrongly called thief and banned from every Morrisons

Jez Daniels was buying wine and chocolates when store staff approached him.

Arena attack conspiracist ordered to pay £45k

Richard Hall claimed the Manchester Arena attack, which killed 22 people, was fake.

Boy, 13, charged over £20,000 damage at car dealership

Several vehicles on an Edinburgh forecourt had windows smashed and body work scratched during widespread disorder.

Trump adviser says Ukraine focus must be peace, not territory

Bryan Lanza tells the BBC there needs to be an "honest conversation" with Kyiv and returning Crimea is not a US priority.

Qatar withdraws as mediator between Israel and Hamas, reports say

The reported move comes after US officials were quoted saying they would not accept the group's presence in Qatar.

Queen to miss Remembrance events after illness

Buckingham Palace says the Queen hopes to return to public duties early next week.

Melania Trump, enigmatic first lady who might do it differently this time

Described by some as an "enigma", Mrs Trump is expected to return to her White House duties "on her own terms".

Return of unpredictable president puts UK defence spending top of agenda

Politicians say we're living in dangerous times, and Trump is a lot less willing than Biden to pay for Europe's defence.

Major Italian tourist site to limit daily visitor numbers

Nearly 4 million people visited the ruins of the Roman city of Pompeii in 2023, a third more than the previous year.

'A disabled South Park character from 24 years ago is getting me harassed today'

I have felt the shadow of Timmy since childhood - but never imagined the name would be hurled at me by strangers in my 30s.

Former students urged to check for loan refunds

New figures show university graduates could be eligible for refunds worth nearly £200m.

Brothers, 3 and 5, swept away from dad's arms in Spanish floods

Brothers Izan, 5, and Rubén, 3, were dragged from their father's arms in Valencia's deadly floods last month.

'I've had to remind patients I'm the surgeon' - life as a female doctor

Being a female surgeon comes with its challenges - but Elena Theophilidou hopes her story can inspire others.

DNA firm holding highly sensitive data 'vanishes' without warning

Customers of Atlas Biomed are angry and worried about what's happened to the highly sensitive data they shared.

Hidden message in a bottle found in lighthouse wall after 132 years

Engineers were shocked to find the message deep inside the wall of a lighthouse in the south of Scotland.

Ben Ainslie and wife Georgie reveal their son was born via surrogate

Olympic sailor Sir Ben Ainslie and his wife Georgie tell the Daily Telegraph they have a surrogate son.

Blair-era health secretary returns as NHS advisor

Campaigners raise concerns about Alan Milburn's private sector links in his new role overseeing NHS reforms.

Pakistan railway bomb blast kills at least 25

About 50 others were injured in the blast, the city's commissioner says.

Candyman actor Tony Todd dies aged 69

His Candyman co-star has called him an "angel" and a "truly poetic man".

'My £750 vouchers are useless after restaurant closure'

Customers are told their vouchers are non-transferrable and to contact their banks.

'We shouldn't need to face racist attacks in 2024'

The organisation Love Music Hate Racism is set to relaunch across the country including Coventry.

O'Neill 'understands' hurt over Remembrance Sunday event

Sinn Fein's Michelle O'Neill responds to criticism over her attendance at a Remembrance Sunday event.

Fireworks destroy van after exploding in blaze

Fire crews left the scene early on Saturday but work is being carried out on the road.

Man arrested over alleged rape at car showroom

A 34-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident and has been released pending further inquiries.

Bournemouth Echo

“We’re devastated”- Mudeford preschool asked to leave site after 37 years

Mudeford Wood Preschool has been asked to leave their current site after 37 years, due to "violating health and safety regulations".

Major housing development halted by planning rule change

Works to construct a major housing development in Christchurch have been delayed over phosphates.

New incinerator is a 'step backwards', campaigners argue

Objectors to a proposed incinerator in Canford staged a demonstration outside the town hall.

Dates announced for Swanage's Polar Express

A festive Polar Express train has announced the dates for its return to Swanage. Inspired by the iconic Christmas film, passengers will experience a fully themed evening featuring songs, scenes, and moments from the movie.

Boots speaks out over rate of shoplifting incidents across Dorset

In the last two years, there have been a reported 318 thefts at Boots stores and chemists across the region.

Dorset rents more affordable despite ongoing housing crisis

Rental properties in Dorset are more affordable despite the ongoing housing crisis, new figures show.

Closure order sought for Bournemouth home

A CLOSURE order has been sought for a property in Bournemouth.

Bar faces licence review following police concerns

A BAR in Boscombe faces a licence review following concerns raised by police.

In The Dock: Man caused serious injury by careless driving

THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:

Student becomes one of only five Lord-Lieutenant Cadets for Dorset

AN Arnewood School student has become one of just five Lord-Lieutenant Cadets for Dorset.

WW1 memorial plaque to be relocated after nearly 100 years in same spot

BOURNEMOUTH lawyers are bringing a WW1 memorial plaque back into public prominence.

Football coaches undergo 'hugely beneficial' autism training

A CHRISTCHURCH charity has helped more than 60 football coaches and volunteers from Dorset County FA to improve their knowledge of autism.

Resident support group launches new 'We Go Wild' initiative

AN organisation providing support to residents in Ferndown hosted an exciting new initiative this autumn.

Road reopens after fireworks cause van explosion

A road has reopened after a van carrying fireworks exploded in Blandford.

Van carrying fireworks explodes near golf club, closing road

A van containing fireworks exploded, causing parts of the roof to land in a nearby field.

Firefighters rush to chimney fire that spread to the loft space

A chimney fire broke out at a home in Christchurch.

Bournemouth safe bus provides refuge for night-goers

THE Bournemouth Safe Bus pulled into the town to offer a safe space for people on nights out.

Popular BBC series part-filmed in Dorset to hit TV screens

A popular BBC series which was partially filmed in Dorset will hit TV screens this Sunday

Housebuilder told to complete luxury housing scheme after £2.5bn merger

One of Britain's biggest housebuilders is being urged to fulfil a promise made by another developer it has acquired in a £1bn deal

REVIEW: 'Dapper Laughs' comes to Bournemouth

“AS I stand on this stage today, I am the happiest I’ve been in my life”, Daniel O'Reilly told an applauding audience in Bournemouth.

Arsenal goalie celebrates transformation of six training pitches

Arsenal goalie celebrates transformed football pitches.

Offices plan for former cadet centre

A planning application has been made to demolish the former Cadet Centre in Blind Land, Wimborne and replace it with an office building

Cancer charity launches campaign to raise £200,000 for people this Christmas

Cancer charity launches festive shopping campaign to raise £200,000 for people with Cancer this Christmas.

Resident to play The Last Post for care home on Remembrance Day

A military band musician will lead a special Remembrance Day service at a care home where she is receiving respite care.

Amazon Black Friday Week 2024 dates, early deals and discounts

The Amazon Black Friday Week 2024 dates have dropped, with the promise of hundreds of thousands of early deals and discounts across the site.

Can you pass the world's shortest IQ test? Only in one in five can

The Cognitive Reflection Test has a pass rate of just 17 per cent

Best Aldi November Specialbuys from ski range to festive 'Aldimania’ clothing

For November, Aldi's Specialbuys include a budget-friendly ski clothing range and a festive ‘Aldimania’ clothing collection.

Queen Camilla to miss Remembrance weekend events to 'protect others'

The Queen is to miss Remembrance events this weekend to ensure she makes full recovery from a chest infection and to protect others from any risk.

Formula 1

EXPLAINED: Why F1’s new ‘Learning Sectors’ programme marks an important first for the sport

This week saw Formula 1 – in collaboration with the British Council – launch ‘Learning Sectors’, a new education programme aimed at inspiring young people around the world to get involved in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects.

Unique things to see and do in Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world

What do you think of when you think about Las Vegas? Glitz and glamour? Undoubtedly. But is there more to the entertainment capital of the world if you’re seeking something a little bit different? You betcha! Come with me…

Windows Central

'Genshin Impact' launches on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming on November 20, complete with extra bonuses to sweeten the deal

HoYoverse unveils a new trailer for Genshin Impact's upcoming 5.2 content update and additional regarding the Xbox version which will launch later this month.

Another Steam Deck and ROG Ally competitor is coming and I'm already feeling gaming handheld burn out

AYANEO 3 is AYANEO's latest gaming handheld with the option of having an AI processor.

$1M 'A.I. God' painting? Ultra-artistic humanoid robot creates uncanny artwork of British mathematician — representing "the struggles Turing warned we will face when it comes to managing AI"

A humanoid AI-powered robbot recently created a painting ofEnglish mathematician Alan Turing which was sold for $1,084,800 at an auction.

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Black Friday

Turtle Beach Stealth 700 (Gen 3, 2024) review — This might be the best $ for $ wireless Xbox headset money can buy right now. Superb sound, premium quality, and great features at an affordable price.

Turtle Beach's Stealth 700 (Gen 3) is the very essence of perfection, bringing high-end quality to a more affordable price point.

Xbox and PC strategy game Age of Mythology: Retold just got even better thanks to a free new gameplay mode — but don't make this one mistake

Arena of the Gods is a great addition to Age of Mythology: Retold, and it's entirely free.

How will Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 change Warzone?

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Call of Duty: Warzone will merge content with the launch of Season 1 on November 14. Find out what's changing, what's staying , and what you can look forward to in the year of Black Ops 6 content.

Laffgaff

What U.S. city is the Guggenheim Museum in?

New York.

Reheat Fish

How long does it take to reheat fish in the microwave? Tuna half minutes.

Itsfoss

Making Your Raspberry Pi Hacking Ready by Installing Kali Linux on it

Get the perfect pocket-sized hacking setup by installing Kali Linux on Raspberry Pi!