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Storm Bert floods 'absolutely devastating', says Welsh FM
Eluned Morgan says there will be discussions about the support given to those impacted.
'Don't drink the spirits': Laos backpackers avoid shots after suspected poisonings
The deaths of six tourists sent shock waves through the backpacker scene in Vang Vieng.
British man captured while fighting with Ukraine
A video posted online shows a man in military clothing identify himself as James Scott Rhys Anderson, 22.
‘Pregnant’ for 15 months: Inside the 'miracle' pregnancy scam
Women in Nigeria desperate to conceive are drawn into a disturbing scam involving trafficked babies.
Olympian Laura Kenny to guest edit Radio 4's Today
Sir Sajid Javid and Baronness Floella Benjamin will also take the editorial reins over Christmas.
Feel free to sing in the cinema, says The Rock
Dwayne Johnson weighed in on the debate around cinema etiquette at the UK premiere of Moana 2
Hezbollah fires rocket barrages into Israel after deadly Beirut strikes
It is one of the heaviest bombardments of Israel since fighting intensified in Lebanon in September.
Far-right candidate takes shock lead in Romania presidential election
Calin Georgescu, a critic of the EU and Nato, looks set to face the pro-Europe prime minister in the second round.
How service charges in flats spiralled out of control
Bills for leaseholders have risen by 44% since 2016. Is Labour's new plan really the solution?
PM to meet police and hospitality bosses over spiking
Keir Starmer says tackling spiking is "personal", as the government pledges more training for bar staff.
Wicked opening set to be biggest for Broadway film
Wicked is also expected to have the top-grossing opening weekend in UK and Ireland of 2024.
Expelled the same day: Ireland hardens illegal immigration response
Ireland is clamping down on migrants crossing the border from the UK - the BBC sees the policy in action.
The Papers: 'Budget will put us off hiring' and 'Cabinet assisted dying split'
The ongoing fallout of the Budget's tax rises and upcoming debate over assisted dying lead the front pages.
From eyesore to asset: How a smelly seaweed could fuel cars
Scientists in the Caribbean are turning algae that have been choking beaches into biofuel.
Adele doesn't know when she'll perform again after tearful Vegas goodbye
The British star has said she is ready for a "big break" from music following her US residency.
In stifled sobs and fierce accusations, family falls apart at mass rape trial
Gisèle Pelicot, 71, is the woman at the centre of this trial, but no-one has emerged unscathed in her family.
Why Indians are risking it all to chase the American Dream
A surge in illegal border crossings by Indians into the US has left many puzzled -what’s going on?
Huge deal struck but is it enough? 5 takeaways from a dramatic COP29
Fraught debate revealed the divide between rich and poor as the UN conference sealed a climate finance deal.
Lauren Laverne given 'all clear' following cancer diagnosis
The BBC presenter, who revealed her diagnosis in August, said she would be returning to work on Tuesday.
Storm Bert causes widespread rail disruption
GWR advises customers not to travel, while many roads are closed and businesses shut.
'Record-breaking' emergency housing demand over weekend
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive says it faced "unprecedented levels” of people seeking emergency temporary accommodation.
Anger as Storm Bert leaves trail of destruction
In Pontypridd in Rhondda Cynon Taf, residents said lessons were not learned from Storm Dennis.
Two Britons among 17 missing after Red Sea tourist boat sinks
Egyptian officials say 28 people from the vessel have been rescued after it sank on a five-day trip.
Man arrested after eight-year-old girl shot in car
A girl is undergoing surgery and a man, 34, has been left with potentially life-changing injuries.
I'm not surprised some voters want an election re-run, says Starmer
The prime minister responds to an online petition calling for a new election, months after the last poll.
Israel and Lebanon close to ceasefire deal, Israeli officials say
Israeli officials say the country's cabinet will meet on Tuesday to discuss a possible truce.
‘I had no idea being a social drinker would damage my liver by 31’
BBC journalist Hazel Martin was told she had liver fibrosis and must go teetotal or she could die.
Malaysia government told to return seized LGBT watches
A court ruled the government, which said the watches had "LGBT elements", did not have authority to seize them.
£1.25 a night Welsh tourism tax may start in 2027
Hotels, B&B and self-catered accommodation guests would pay if councils introduce it in their areas.
Barbara Taylor Bradford, one of Britain's most successful novelists, dies aged 91
Her books included A Woman of Substance, which sold 30 million copies and became a hit TV series.
Angela Merkel defends ties with Russia and blocking Ukraine from Nato
The former German chancellor, who quit politics three years ago, speaks to the BBC in a rare interview.
What's next for Menendez brothers as they seek freedom?
Ever since two young men were jailed for killing their wealthy parents in 1989, the case has gripped the US.
How service charges in flats spiralled out of control
Bills for leaseholders have risen by 44% since 2016. Is Labour's new plan really the solution?
Band Aid 40 megamix splices dozens of famous voices but piles on the schmaltz
Spandau Ballet's Tony Hadley says critics of the charity song like Ed Sheeran "should shut up".
Chris Mason: Will assisted dying vote pass? It's far from clear
This week the House of Commons will make a decision that could have consequences for decades.
'He told me he'd been shot and needed money but it was a lie'
Figures from Action Fraud reveal an 11% rise in reports of fraud in 2024.
Davina McCall says 'it's nice to be home' after brain surgery
The presenter says she's "on the mend" and feels "very lucky" after having a benign tumour removed.
Thousands of Imran Khan supporters converge on Pakistan capital
The former PM has been in jail for more than a year but remains hugely popular.
Extra £300m allocation will not cover tax hike, says Scottish finance secretary
UK government says SNP have "no more excuses", but Scottish ministers claim they will be left £200m short.
Far-right candidate takes shock lead in Romania presidential election
Calin Georgescu, a NATO and EU critic, is ahead in the first round of voting, overtaking the prime minister.
Man who used 3D printer to build gun jailed
The harm the viable weapon could have caused was catastrophic, Lancashire Police said.
Tax rises will make it harder to hire, says business group
The head of the CBI says tax rises seen at the Budget "must never again simply be done to business".
Barclays fined £40m over 'reckless' fundraising
The UK's financial watchdog says investors did not have all the information they should have had.
Man arrested after eight-year-old girl shot in car
A girl is undergoing surgery and a man, 34, has been left with potentially life-changing injuries.
'I used my chair lift to escape flooding'
Annie Sweeney, 94, recalls how her home in Coalisland was suddenly "swimming with water" on Saturday.
Extra £300m for UK tax hike unacceptable - Robison
UK government says SNP have "no more excuses", but Scottish ministers claim they will be left £200m short.
Collapsed coal tip led to 'frightening' landslip
The landslip was due to a "singular wash-out of a former coal tip", the Welsh government says.
Bournemouth Echo
In The Dock: Man jailed for driving offences among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Bournemouth teen raises funds for ill children with Youtuber
A teen from Bournemouth raised more than £22,000 for seriously ill children in collaboration with Youtuber Daz Black and his fans.
Business association celebrates 35th anniversary
A THRIVING business networking association in the South has celebrated its 35th anniversary.
MPs to vote on assisted dying bill as row over criticism of legislation deepens
MPs will be given a free vote on the assisted dying bill, allowing them to vote according to their own conscience rather than in line with party policy
Person hospitalised after lorry crashes into electricity pole
Traffic from Hurn to the A338 was at a standstill this afternoon after emergency services dealt with a lorry crash.
'Avoid the area' - Motorists diverted after lorry crashes into electricity pole
Dorset Police are at the scene of a collision involving a lorry at the Hurn Roundabout on the Avon Causeway near Christchurch.
Scammers target OAPs by claiming to be from the police
SCAMMERS are targeting elderly Bournemouth people claiming to be the police and asking for help with their investigation.
Driver stuck in car rescued from flood water
Several drivers had to be rescued from floodwater this morning after three vehicles got stuck in Sturminster Marshall.
Flood warnings in place after Storm Bert chaos
Flood warnings remain in place for Dorset after chaos from Storm Bert.
‘I had no choice’: Mum pulls son out of school after ‘disgusting' council treatment
A MOTHER has pulled her special educational needs son out of school after ‘disgusting treatment from the council’.
Struggling high street retailer axes store as profits tumble 40 per cent
Another high street retailer has announced it will be closing its town centre shop.
Five rounds of closures for A31 as resurfacing work begins - all you need to know
RESURFACING work and road closures along a part of the A31 will begin tonight.
Chain ferry public inquiry sees higher than expected demand for attendance
A HIGH demand for people wishing to attend the public inquiry into the Sandbanks Ferry has meant the venue has been changed.
Review: Onboard the Polar Express
Christmas has arrived early in Swanage - and that can only mean one thing - all aboard the Polar Express
More than 100 patients waiting for autism diagnosis
More than 100 additional patients with suspected autism in Dorset are waiting for a diagnosis this year, new figures show.
Man in 70s left with facial injuries after town centre assault
A MAN aged in his 70s was left with injuries to his face after a town centre assault in Bournemouth.
National day care service coming to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
A NATIONAL day care service is set to expand to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole early next year.
Free parking on offer in Dorset for run up to Christmas
Parking will be free several car parks managed by Dorset Council in the run up to Christmas.
'Ambitious' council plan to repair defective play parks in short time
MAJOR work to repair Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s playparks could be completed in just one year, a senior officer has said.
The history of Bournemouth's iconic Echo building
Ninety years ago, on a day much like today, the bustling seaside town of Bournemouth witnessed the dawn of a new era in its journalistic history. A magnificent Art Deco masterpiece, rising proudly on Richmond Hill, opened its doors to become the new home of the Daily Echo.
Gary Barlow to bring new solo tour to Bournemouth
Gary Barlow has announced a new solo tour which will visit Bournemouth in 2025.
Comedian adds 89 shows to tour - and will be coming to Bournemouth
COMEDIAN Jason Manford will be coming back to Bournemouth as he adds an extra 89 shows to his live tour.
Comedy entertainers to bring Prat Pack tour to Bournemouth
Four of the country’s biggest comedy entertainers are coming together for a special tour that will visit Bournemouth next year.
Get your pet snapped at 'Pho-dog-graphy' day
Margaret Green Animal Rescue will hosting a festive 'Pho-dog-graphy' event.
400 homes to be built on agricultural land in the New Forest
Controversial plans for a development of more than 400 homes on agricultural land have been approved by councillors
Hospice needs support 'more than ever' as Santa Dash plans confirmed
Entries are being sought for a major fundraising event being staged in aid of a Hampshire hospice that needs support "more than ever"
Police join mayor and Bishop of Winchester at church service
POLICE officers joined the mayor of Bournemouth and the Bishop of Winchester at a local church service, welcoming the new priest-in-charge.
Bournemouth marks Transgender Remembrance Day
Bournemouth town seen a gathering of people to commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance at the Old Fire Station, Lansdowne. On November 20, the world recognises Transgender Day of Remembrance.
'I was hit by a lorry but now I'm taking stunning underwater photographs'
Maria Munn is an Underwater Photographer and Author from the coastal town of Swanage.
Police investigate thefts from vehicles in residential area
POLICE are investigating thefts from vehicles in a residential area of Ringwood.
Campaigns against gender-based violence backed by Dorset Police
Dorset Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner are showing their support for White Ribbon Day and 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence.
BU's Nerve Radio win three awards at Student Radio Awards 2024
A radio station run the Student Union of Bournemouth University (SUBU) has received three awards at the 2024 Student Radio Awards (SRA).
Dorset MPs urged to vote to vote 'yes' for a smoke free UK
SMOKING will cause around 23,200 cancer cases in the south west over the next five years if trends continue, new analysis by Cancer Research UK has revealed.
Documentary showcases 'powerful' impact of cancer charity's work
A Dorset-based charity that supports young people affected by cancer has created a film showcasing the impact of its work.
Person assaulted by stranger at convenience store
A PERSON was verbally abused and pushed by an unknown man at a convenience store in New Milton.
Free self-defence classes for women in Bournemouth
INARA project, which is working towards the upliftment and providing support to women around Bournemouth, is celebrating its anniversary.
Morrisons apologises to shoppers as microbiological growth risk sparks recall
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is issuing a “do not eat” warning to Morrisons shoppers who have purchased the product
WW1 Indian soldiers honoured at unveiling ceremony
SOLDIERS from the British Indian Army of WW1 have been honoured at an unveiling ceremony in the former military hospital, now known as the Bournemouth Civic Centre.
Seven Wetherspoon pubs commended for their excellent toilets
SEVEN Wetherspoon pubs in the area have won acclaim for the quality and standards of their toilets – in the Loo of the Year Awards 2024.
Hope HTS visits Finland with residents to learn about homelessness scheme
Six people visited Helsinki and met with members of the Y-Foundation, a charity dedicated to helping pioneer the Housing First strategy.
Keir Starmer responds to general election rumours as petition gains popularity
Sir Keir Starmer has responded to calls for another general election.
Formula 1
F1 NATION: Verstappen's fourth title, the resurgence of Mercedes and a titanic constructors' battle – it's our Las Vegas GP review
In this week's F1 Nation, pod host Tom Clarkson is joined in the paddock by F1 correspondent and presenter Lawrence Barretto to celebrate Max Verstappen becoming a four-time World Champion at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
5 Winners and 5 Losers from Las Vegas – Whose gamble paid off under the lights?
Max Verstappen was in party mode in Las Vegas after he secured his fourth successive Formula 1 world championship – and while others were also spraying the bubbles, including race winner George Russell, some were keen to move on to the next one. Lawrence Barretto picks his winners and losers from the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
‘He’s a deserving champion’ – Verstappen’s fellow drivers pay tribute to the Dutchman after securing his fourth title
As Max Verstappen clinched his fourth drivers’ world title in Las Vegas, plaudits were quick to pour in from his team, his fans and the media. But perhaps the most meaningful compliments came from his fellow drivers – the people he has gone wheel-to-wheel with across 22 races so far this season.
‘We are close to turning things around’ – Perez insists he can still bounce back after ‘out of sync’ Las Vegas GP
Sergio Perez is confident that he can turn a corner in the final two races of the season after another low points finish at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with the Mexican set on ironing out the issues that have affected his performances.
Wolff lauds Russell's driving as ‘from another planet’ after Mercedes ‘crushed’ the field in Las Vegas
Mercedes recorded their fourth win of the year in Las Vegas, to leave their drivers on two apiece after George Russel converted pole to victory under the lights in Sin City – a result that left team boss Toto Wolff pretty happy to say the least.
Our writers on Verstappen’s standout moments in 2024, his place amongst the F1 greats – and if he can get even better
Max Verstappen has again added his name to the F1 history books by becoming a four-time world champion, the Dutchman having taken the crown by finishing ahead of rival Lando Norris at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. But where does this now put him amongst the greats – and can he get even better from here? To answer those questions and more, we asked some of our writers to give their take on Verstappen’s title-winning 2024 season…
Piastri concedes Ferrari’s Las Vegas points haul is ‘not ideal’ in tight constructors’ battle
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has admitted that Ferrari’s strong showing in Las Vegas wasn’t what the team were hoping for in the tense fight for the constructors’ title, but believes that “it could have been worse”.
‘It puts him amongst the all-time greats’ – Horner praises Verstappen after winning his ‘best and hardest championship’
There are few people better placed to analyse Max Verstappen’s fourth world title than Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner. Horner has been there for all four titles, has overseen Verstappen’s transition from teenage sensation to race winner to world champion, and had nothing but praise for his charge in the wake of the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: Las Vegas exposed McLaren's key weaknesses – but they may have learned a valuable lesson
McLaren had perhaps its least competitive weekend of the season at Las Vegas, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri trailing home a distant sixth and seventh after starting sixth and eighth on the grid.
Windows Central
"I think it's a great hardware platform. I do like Xbox." Final Fantasy 7 Remake director wants to bring the game to "as many players as possible," hinting at an Xbox version.
Could we be getting Final Fantasy 7 Remake on Xbox some day? It certainly seems like it, according to this new interview.
A free Xbox Series S? This ludicrous deal makes Black Friday the best time of year to sign up for Verizon Fios.
New Verizon Fios customers will receive a free Xbox Series S and an Xbox gaming bundle if they sign up within the next week.
Lenovo may have given this mid-range laptop a new flagship brand, but I'm not totally sold on Intel's latest yet
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i (Gen 9) is a very well-rounded premium mid-range laptop with some great features, but Intel's latest hasn't completely won me over.
This unique dual-mode gaming monitor swaps between 4K at 180Hz and FHD at 360Hz, effectively making it both a mid-range option and a competitive eSports device
The Alienware AW2725QF functions as both an everyday gaming monitor and a competitive eSports option. Our review.
Laffgaff
Who wrote the poem ‘Ozymandias’?
Percy Bysshe Shelley.
Tallest Christmas Tree
I saw the winner of the tallest Christmas tree competition. I thought, "How do I top that?"
Itsfoss
Automounting External Drives in Linux
With just a little effort, automounting the external disk can significantly improve your computing experience by providing additional storage.