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What we know about Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal
Israel will have 60 days to withdraw from Lebanon while Hezbollah must move north of the Litani river.
Watch: People in Israel and Lebanon react to ceasefire deal
People in Tel Aviv and Beirut shared feelings of relief and doubt as they reacted to the news.
Israel Hezbollah ceasefire deal agreed, confirms Biden
Attacks by both sides were recorded until shortly before fighting stopped at 04:00 local time (02:00 GMT).
Questions over Hezbollah's future after ceasefire
Israel hit Lebanon's capital with its most intense bombardment of the conflict, hours before striking a deal to end the fighting.
CCTV shows autistic pupils pushed, pinned to walls and sitting in vomit
Police have said staff will not face action over abuse of autistic children shown in videos leaked to the BBC.
Remains exhumed from cemetery in Disappeared search
The ICLVR says the timeframe and location "coincide with the disappearance of Joe Lynskey in 1972".
UK winner of EuroMillions scoops £177m jackpot
A UK ticket-holder has won £177m on EuroMillions, the third biggest jackpot in British history.
Plan to boost NHS dental treatments 'not on track'
Watchdog warns target of 1.5m more treatments unlikely to be hit as calls grow for major reform.
Officer who Tasered 95-year-old guilty of manslaughter
Clare Nowland, who had symptoms of dementia, died of her injuries a week after being Tasered in Australia.
Online slots gambling to be limited to £5 per spin
The government says reforms will reduce gambling-related harm and raise funds to treat addiction.
MPs back plans for phased smoking ban
The legislation would make it illegal for anyone aged 15 or younger to ever buy cigarettes in the UK.
Vauxhall owner to close Luton factory, putting 1,100 jobs at risk
Car giant Stellantis said it would consolidate electric van production at its other UK plant in Ellesmere Port.
Dad of missing Hawaiian woman found dead in LA
Ryan Kobayashi died after travelling in search of his daughter, who has been missing since early November.
Trump picks Covid lockdown critic to lead top health agency
Bhattacharya was the face of the Great Barrington Declaration, which argued shutdowns were causing more harm than good.
Storm Conall to bring more rain to parts of England and Wales
The storm is forecast to track east during Tuesday night and into Wednesday, but will not be at its worst until it has passed through the UK.
Families of Australians killed in Laos call for answers
Eight people have been detained after a suspected methanol poisoning left six foreign tourists dead.
How does assisted dying work in other countries?
About 300 million people have access to some form of assisted dying - what are the policies of other countries?
The Papers: Electric car 'chaos' and Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire
Problems with the UK's net-zero plans and Israel's deal with Hezbollah lead Wednesday's papers.
Trump proves he is serious on tariffs - but it's not about trade
The US president-elect is using tariffs as a weapon of diplomacy, even coercion, says BBC economics editor Faisal Islam.
Watch: How big is the problem of people not working?
BBC Verify’s Ben Chu looks at the government’s plans to ‘Get Britain Working’
UK military join hunt for drones near US airbases
There are fresh reports of drone activity near USAF installations in Norfolk and Suffolk.
Mum's tribute to 'beautiful' daughter who died on M5
She was being taken to a custody suite via the motorway before the fatal incident on 11 November.
Man arrested over tractor drive through floods
In a video, a wave from the tractor's wake is seen striking shops and homes in Tenbury Wells.
No 10 denies Russian claims that expelled UK diplomat was a spy
A Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman says the British ambassador had also been summoned.
Sharp rise in bathing sites rated unfit for swimming
The government blames the water companies and says tougher regulation is on the way
New Mauritius PM has reservations about UK's Chagos deal
Navinchandra Ramgoolam, in power for a fortnight, spoke after meeting British envoy Jonathan Powell.
Black Friday shoppers warned to be wary of deals
Nine out of 10 Black Friday offers are cheaper or the same price at other times of the year, Which? finds.
Rapper Slowthai raped women after gig, court told
The Grammy-nominated artist was supported in court by his wife, the popstar Anne-Marie.
Remains exhumed from cemetery in Disappeared search
The ICLVR says the timeframe and location "coincide with the disappearance of Joe Lynskey in 1972".
Hospitals inquiry families say safety fears remain
Relatives say they are not reassured that problems have been solved at Scotland’s biggest hospital campus.
'I spent my wedding night gambling away our money'
At the height of her addiction, Alissa Hubbard was spending about £40,000 a year on gambling.
US to start immediately on fresh push for Gaza ceasefire
President Joe Biden aims for a deal involving the release of hostages and the removal of Hamas from power.
Radio and TV host Mishal Husain to leave BBC
The presenter will move to Bloomberg to host a new interview series, after 28 years at the BBC.
Ford calls for incentives to buy electric cars as backlash grows
The government faces pressure from the industry to make changes to electric vehicle sales quotas.
Autistic abuse case must never happen again, No 10 says
CCTV shown to the BBC shows children being thrown to the floor in padded rooms at special needs school.
Man arrested after secret filming of women shared on TikTok
A BBC North West investigation found the videos had millions of views and attracted misogynistic comments.
Six arrested in UK over links to Kurdish rebel group PKK
Six people are in custody at a London police station over suspected activity linked to the PKK.
Calling pub 'Sly Old Fox' is derogatory, claims Peta
Critics respond to PETA's suggestion The Sly Old Fox should change its name because its derogatory.
Storm Conall brings more disruption to England and Wales
Heavy rainfall is hitting southern England, where 90 flood warnings remain in place.
MPs to debate petition calling for another election
A petition calling for another vote will be debated in January, after gathering 2.7m signatures.
Beirut resident returning home: 'Everything was gone'
25 year-old Rayane Salman describes how she and her parents lost their home and possessions in an Israeli air strike.
Anger and distrust among displaced Israelis at ceasefire deal
Many displaced residents of northern Israel feel unease and mistrust over their PM's deal with Lebanon.
'I found out I lost my Vauxhall job on WhatsApp'
After nearly 120 years as a driving force in Luton, Vauxhall Motors is leaving the town.
'My stress and fear of taking my wife to Dignitas'
The family of a woman who ended her life at Dignitas call for a change in the law on assisted dying.
Why India's latest Sun mission finding is crucial for the world
Indian scientists have reported Aditya-L1's “first significant result”. What is it and why is it significant?
'It's going to be hard': US firms race to get ahead of Trump tariffs
The US president-elect's import taxes may be just talk until he takes office - but they are having an impact anyway.
'I spent my wedding night gambling away our money'
At the height of her addiction, Elissa Hubbard was spending about £40,000 a year on gambling.
Drake takes legal action over song's 'sex offender' claim
The star says Universal Music failed to stop the release of rival Kendrick Lamar's hit Not Like Us.
Loyalty cards offer genuine savings, watchdog says
Supermarket customers can save money with loyalty cards but should still shop around.
Officer investigated over Netflix actor's arrest
Reece Richards claimed he was sprayed with a liquid, thrown to the ground and kicked by officers.
Groucho Club closes over 'serious crime' claims
Westminster City Council says it suspended the Soho venue’s licence following a request by the Met.
Focus on families affected by harrowing deaths, says MP behind assisted dying bill
Kim Leadbeater says the vote on her assisted dying bill on Friday is likely to be "very close".
Man arrested after secret filming shared on TikTok
A BBC North West investigation found the videos had millions of views and attracted misogynistic comments.
Institutional abuse victims awarded £30,000 after data breach
More than 80 litigants sued for breaches of privacy, negligence and personal injury.
Car speed limits could be cut but raised for HGVs
Under government plans, the car limit would go from 60mph to 50mph on single carriageways and from 40mph to 50mph for lorries.
US bomb suspect in Wales for years - investigators
Daniel Andreas San Diego was detained in a remote north Wales location 21 years after US explosions.
Bournemouth Echo
Call for 'urgent' action over fears 'fish and life will be wiped out'
"IMAGINE having to hear in a short time from now that ‘our beautiful harbour contains no life’.”
Homes, flats and shops to be auctioned before Christmas
VARIOUS residential and commercial properties in Dorset and West Hampshire are to be auctioned in the run up to Christmas.
Businessman successfully campaigns to bring Christmas lights back to town
Last year, the Christmas lights for Winton were cancelled and the council decided not to install them anymore.
Fundraiser created to help sheep sanctuary rebuild after Storm Bert
The Smallest Flock Sheep Sanctuary is a non-profit organisation founded by Charlotte Reynolds in 1977.
Poole man speaks out over growing ringworm issue at barbershops
A POOLE man has criticised the Government's approach to education and regulations surrounding barbering following multiple cases of bacterial infections.
Thousands of BCP residents back call for another general election
“I would like there to be another general election,” the petition reads.
Dogs line up to be photographed with Father Christmas for festive photoshoot
The money raised through the event went to Merlin’s Pet Food Bank.
Change of dates announced for recycling during festive season
New Forest District Council has issued the dates and changes for its refuse collections across the county.
Development of nearly 100 homes being built in town
A NEIGHBOURHOOD of nearly 100 homes is being constructed in Sturminster Newton.
Animal abandonment increases in Dorset, RSPCA report reveals
Shocking figures released by the RSPCA today show the number of animals abandoned in England and Wales during the winter period has increased by a massive 51% in just three years.
Students sleep rough and raise more than £5000 for charity
STUDENTS in Bournemouth have raised more than £5000 for charity after sleeping rough for one night.
Care home worker praised with award for 'going the extra mile'
The award ceremony celebrates the best staff who go the extra mile to support and benefit residents across the country.
British Red Cross offer national advice amid Storm Bert
Heavy rain across the UK has led to widespread flooding, with 143 flood warnings issued by the Environment Agency.
EE issues scam warning to anyone doing Christmas shopping this year
EE has warned Christmas shoppers to be aware of scammers who may text, call or hack them to get money from their accounts.
LIVE: Police block road and thank public after 'serious' crash
Police have blocked Barrack Road in Christchurch Morebus are diverting services Email newsdesk@bournemouthecho.co.uk
REVIEW: ‘A true representation of teenage friendships’ – Fort at Lighthouse
A PLAY that truly represents the complexities and importance of teenage friendships at the Lighthouse Poole.
LIVE: Road closures, traffic delays and disruption due to flooding
Multiple road closures are in place due to flooding across Dorset. Buses are being forced to divert.
Motorcyclist in his 20s dies following crash with car
A motorcyclist aged in his 20's has died following a collision involving a car.
Pedestrian pronounced dead at scene of crash
A PEDESTRIAN has died following a crash involving a Land Rover in Christchurch.
'My dad wakes up in pain every day and I think he should have the right to die'
A Bournemouth man says his father should be allowed to die with dignity ahead of a parliamentary debate over the assisted dying bill.
Subscribe now at special price for chance to win unforgettable Cherries experience
Cherries fans who subscribe to the Daily Echo can now enter our competition to enjoy an unforgettable matchday experience at the Vitality Stadium.
Firing on Dorset ranges taking place this week
Live firing and night firing is being carried out on the Lulworth Ranges this week.
Cineworld on future of Poole cinema as Weymouth closure announced
Cineworld has spoken about the future of its Poole site after it was announced the Weymouth branch would be closing.
A31 closed after 'serious' crash between moped and car
A31 closed after 'serious' crash between moped and car near Canford Bottom. Updates to follow.
Cost of renting continues to soar in Dorset
Rent in Dorset rose 7% over the past year, new figures show.
Do you recognise them? CCTV bid after shoplifting incidents
CCTV images have been released of two people police want to speak with in connection with two shoplifting incidents.
Morebus urging bargain hunters to help ease traffic issues by taking the bus
MOREBUS is urging shoppers to leave their cars at home and travel by bus on Black Friday.
Council warns dumping Christmas trees in unauthorised areas is fly-tipping
New Forest District Council is warning residents that dumping Christmas trees anywhere but certain sites will be considered fly-tipping.
5 of the best BCP Christmas events to enjoy some festive fun at
There will be numerous festive events and activities taking place around Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in the build-up to Christmas
Pupils visit innovation park as part of programme
PUPILS from Bovington Academy and Bere Regis Primary School visited Dorset Innovation Park as part of the Start Small, Dream Big programme.
Theatre unveils fresh new look after year of change
AFTER a year of change and development, a New Forest theatre has unveiled a brand new look.
Do I need a TV Licence to watch Netflix? All the rules explained
With the TV Licence costing £169.50, many of us will be hoping we do not need to purchase one
Kids enjoy colourful and messy half term week
CHILDREN at Julia's House children's hospice had a colourful and messy half term week.
Amazing prizes to win in this week’s advent competition
The festive season just got a whole lot more exciting with the second week of our advent competition series. Each week, readers have the chance to win incredible prizes to make this Christmas unforgettable.
Irregular sleep patterns can increase the risk of these medical conditions
Irregular sleep patterns increase the risk of conditions such as stroke, heart failure and heart attacks, a recent study has found.
Government
Malvern Hills Bill
A Bill to repeal and re-enact certain enactments relating to the Malvern Hills Conservators and the management of the Malvern Hills, to reconstitute and rename those Conservators as the Malvern Hills Trust and to confer further powers on the Malvern Hills Trust, to make further provision in relation to the Malvern Hills, and for other purposes.
City of London (Markets) Bill
A Bill to make provision for the repeal of legislation relating to Billingsgate Market and the London Central Markets; and for connected purposes.
General Cemetery Bill
A Bill to make new provision for the regulation and management of the General Cemetery Company upon its registration under the Companies Act 2006; to permit the transfer of the ownership and management of Kensal Green Cemetery and West London Crematorium to a charity; and to confer powers upon the General Cemetery Company to extinguish rights of burial and disturb human remains in Kensal Green Cemetery for the purpose of increasing the space for interments; and for connected purposes.
Norwich Livestock Market Bill
A Bill to make provision for the relocation of Norwich Livestock Market; and for connected purposes.
Treatment of Terminal Illness Bill
A Bill to make provision about the liability of practitioners, and of the organisation which employs the practitioner, where a practitioner prescribes an unlicensed medicine to or carries out a non-standard treatment on a person who is terminally ill; to make provision about the import, storage and use of equipment and unlicensed medicines for the purpose of such prescriptions or such treatment; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Albon admits Williams having ‘terrible time of it’ amid Las Vegas DNF as Colapinto reflects on ‘really hard’ race after qualifying crash
Alex Albon and Franco Colapinto were left to rue another challenging weekend for Williams at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with Albon acknowledging that the team are having a “terrible, terrible time of it” recently as they again walked away with no points.
Formula 1 to race in Monza until 2031 with new six-year extension
Formula 1 has today announced that the Italian Grand Prix will remain on the calendar until 2031 inclusive as part of a new six-year extension to the existing agreement, which runs through 2025.
BEYOND THE GRID: Aston Martin Sporting Director Andy Stevenson on working 600 races with the same team
Aston Martin Sporting Director Andy Stevenson reached a huge milestone in Las Vegas, working at his 600th Grand Prix. It’s a sensational achievement made even more remarkable by the fact that all 600 races have been with the same team.
From comeback charges to wet-weather magic – Five key moments across Verstappen’s fourth title-winning season
Max Verstappen added his name to the list of four-time F1 world champions with a composed drive to fifth position in the Las Vegas Grand Prix, but it was only a small part of his latest triumphant year. A few days on from retaining the crown, we present five moments and sequences that defined the Red Bull driver’s 2024 campaign…
How to stream the Formula 1 2024 Qatar Grand Prix on F1 TV Pro
In part two of the season-closing triple header sequence of races, Formula 1 heads straight to the Lusail International Circuit for the Qatar Grand Prix, a weekend that will also play host to the final Sprint of 2024.
What time is the Formula 1 2024 Qatar Grand Prix and how can I watch it?
It's almost time for the final Sprint weekend of the season, as the F1 circus heads to Qatar for the penultimate race of 2024.
HINCH'S HEROES: Which drivers most impressed IndyCar star James Hinchcliffe under the Las Vegas lights?
As ever, IndyCar star and F1 TV pundit was watching the action closely, and has picked out the five drivers who impressed him most over the weekend in Nevada...
What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix?
Formula 1 will return to the Lusail International Circuit for the penultimate round of the 2024 season, with the final Sprint of the year taking place alongside the Qatar Grand Prix – and Pirelli have confirmed what tyres will be in play during the event.
What is the weather forecast for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix?
As the 2024 F1 season moves into its concluding stages, the paddock heads straight from Las Vegas to Qatar for the penultimate round on the calendar – and here’s the weather forecast for the weekend ahead.
Luke Browning to make F1 weekend debut as Williams confirm F2 racer for Abu Dhabi FP1 and Young Driver Test
Williams have confirmed that Formula 2 driver Luke Browning will drive for the squad in FP1 at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix before participating in the end-of-season Young Driver Test.
POWER RANKINGS: Who shone under the lights during a stunning Las Vegas weekend?
George Russell secured an expert victory around the streets of Las Vegas as Mercedes took a spectacular 1-2, but it was also a glorious weekend for a certain Max Verstappen who was crowned champion for a fourth time. But who else impressed our judges under the neon lights? Scroll down to check out the latest Power Rankings leaderboard.
‘It’s been a while’ – Zhou praises encouraging signs for Kick Sauber after upturn in Las Vegas
Kick Sauber remain the only team this year without a point, but there was a resurgence up the field on Saturday with Zhou Guanyu delivering one of his best drives of the season.
Alonso plots ‘revenge’ in Qatar after just getting pipped to P10 in Las Vegas while Stroll rues lack of radio
Fernando Alonso was left with mixed feelings in the wake of the Las Vegas Grand Prix after coming home 11th, overtaken late on by the Red Bull of Sergio Perez who took home the final point on offer.
THIS WEEK IN F1: 10 quiz questions on the Las Vegas Grand Prix – and F1 in Qatar
Test how closely you were paying attention to the racing action on the Las Vegas Strip...
Windows Central
Those who demand only the best for their office (and spine) can now save hundreds — including on the comfiest mesh chair I've used
X-Chair and Mavix, two halves of the same high-end coin, are running storewide Black Friday sales on their premium catalogs of chairs, desks, cabinets, and more.
Everyone’s talking about the $990 RTX 4080 Super, but this Black Friday deal is way better
There's always a lot of buzz around NVIDIA's RTX 4080 GPUs going on sale, but it's certainly not the right card for everyone. This alternative GPU deal should be much better suited for most PC gamers.
Call of Duty's Team Ricochet proudly declares how many cheaters they've banned from Black Ops 6 ranked play, but it's nowhere near enough and console players deserve better
The team behind the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 anticheat software has issued an update on how many accounts have been banned since ranked play went live.
This budget 240Hz, 0.5ms curved gaming monitor was already a great price, but this Black Friday deal makes it even cheaper
This Lenovo Legion R27fc-30 gaming monitor offers 240Hz, 0.5ms, and AMD FreeSync and it's at a great low price for Black Friday.
Forza Motorsport fans are so crazy for the NASCAR series that it's hanging around for longer
Forza Motorsport will be keeping a featured multiplayer NASCAR mode into 2025 thanks to its popularity.
GSC says STALKER 2 balance updates are in the cards for future patches, so maybe soon we can all stop complaining about tanky mutants
STALKER 2 developer GSC Game World has confirmed it's looking into addressing gameplay balance issues, but will focus on fixing A-Life and other bugs first.
One of the biggest tech deals in history is likely to fall through, but would Qualcomm have been able to buy Intel anyway?
Qualcomm was reportedly interested in purchasing Intel in what would have been one of the largest tech deals ever. But now, Qualcomm's Intel is said to be cooling.
One of the best, budget-friendly Xbox and PC wired controllers has been reduced to its lowest price yet thanks to Amazon's 20% Black Friday deal
The GameSir G7 SE Wired Controller just had its already cheap MSRP cut down by 20% thanks to this exclusive Black Friday discount on Amazon.
I vowed not to buy anything for Black Friday, but I couldn't resist this chance to make my favorite PC gaming handheld even better
I told myself I wouldn't buy anything this Black Friday, but I couldn't say no to saving on the best case for my favorite PC gaming handheld.
As Cyberpunk 2077 reaches an amazing sales milestone, CD Projekt RED reveals a big update for the next Witcher game
Cyberpunk 2077 has sold over 30 million copies. Meanwhile, the next Witcher game is in full production.
The one Xbox accessory I didn't know I needed (and now can't live without) is down to a must-buy price
Grab Razer's charging stand for Xbox Series X|S controllers for just $20 right now if you act fast.
Minecraft's most terrifying update ever has a release date, just in time for post-Thanksgiving turkey fun
Mojang Studios has revealed the title and release date for Minecraft's next Game Drop, and "The Garden Awakens" is coming much sooner than you think.
The mechanical gaming keyboard I've used for 855 days (and counting) is practically perfect after fixing its biggest downside
The only con to SteelSeries' Apex Pro Mini Wireless keyboard at launch was its price, which this Black Friday deal solves.
You don't need Xbox Game Pass to save money on the Black Ops 6 Battle Pass, cosmetics, and weapons bundles, anyone can — here's how
Game Pass subscribers playing Black Ops 6 can save money on COD Points already, but so can those who don't have it.
Why would you buy an entry-level M4 MacBook Pro when you can buy a top-end Surface Laptop 7 for $50 less?
Now that Black Friday is here, this might be the best laptop deal of them all. A top-end Surface Laptop 7 for less than an entry-level MacBook Pro.
Razer's haptic chair cushion delivers a level of immersion with gaming chairs that I didn't know was even possible
Razer's haptic seat cushion will transform your PC games like you didn't know was possible.
The verdict is in: Windows Recall is great, actually
I’ve been using Recall since the preview became available last week, and my impressions so far are surprisingly positive, given the many privacy and security concerns, along with delays that the feature originally had.
Don't trust everything you hear. Microsoft does NOT use your data from Microsoft 365 to train AI models.
Microsoft has denies rumors of using Microsoft 365 customer data data to train AI models. The company took to social media and shared statements to explain its Connected Experiences within Microsoft 365.
Don't be misled by retailers this Black Friday: Double-check for these AI specs on any Windows 11 Copilot+ PC
If you plan to buy a Copilot+ PC during Black Friday or Cyber Monday, be aware that some retailers may try to deceive you into buying something that's not. In this guide, I will outline the hardware specifications you have to look for to make sure you're getting a truly AI-powered computer.
This Black Friday bundle for Amazon's Fire TV Stick and Xbox controllers has me ready to make every TV in my house an Xbox
Turn your TV into a smart TV and Xbox streaming device with a Black Friday bundle for less than the price of an official controller.
Laffgaff
Who ruled as dictator of Spain from 1939 until his death in 1975?
General Franco.
Rising Prices
Coffee, tea and beer prices continue to rise. Anger is brewing across the nation.
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FOSS Weekly #24.48: Archcraft, elementary 8 Release, Hyprland Guides, New COSMIC Release and More
Thanksgiving (newsletter) came early :)
ZimaCube Review: Almost Perfect Out of Box Homelab Experience in Local Cloud Setup
ZimaCube takes on the difficult task of carving a niche among hobbyists by providing an out of the box, combined experience of local cloud and NAS.