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'Many will be saved from pain' - Terminally ill people react to assisted dying bill
BBC News speaks to two terminally ill people with opposing views on the impact of assisted dying.
Tears, hope and fear as assisted dying bill passed
While MPs debated the bill in parliament, supporters and opponents gathered outside.
Zelensky suggests war could end if unoccupied Ukraine comes under Nato
But Zelensky points out no-one has yet made such an offer and whether Nato would consider a move is doubtful.
'I watched porn morning, noon and night'
Excessive masturbation and exhaustion - what happens when watching porn takes over your life?
Tight three-way race in Irish general election, RTÉ exit poll suggests
Voters have been casting their ballot to choose representatives to serve in the Irish parliament.
Syrian rebels now in control in parts of Aleppo, observers' reports say
Footage appears to show rebels inside Syria's second city after their biggest offensive in years.
Why are drones flying near US airbases in England?
In a village close to a military site, residents report aerial vehicles hovering above their houses.
Angry doctors owed thousands refuse to work
There are concerns about staffing and supply shortages at GP surgeries linked to a management company.
Trudeau at Mar-a-Lago to meet Trump after tariff threat
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is making a surprise visit to Florida as Canada seeks to the avoid blanket tariffs threatened by the president-elect.
Buckingham Palace curtains in your home for Christmas?
Recycled curtains from royal palaces are used to cover foot stools and being auctioned for charity.
Financial watchdog says MPs' criticism 'not fair'
Nikhil Rathi says the organisation has improved, but a report says its culture has "got worse".
Police use water cannon as Georgia EU protests continue
Thousands gather in Tbilisi for a second night running, after the government suspended its EU membership bid.
Call to fix palliative care before assisted dying
Leading end-of-life doctors warn system is struggling, and changing law could make situation worse.
Young girls with same cancer become best friends after meeting during treatment
Betsy and Lacie go to the same school but became best friends after meeting on a cancer ward.
The Papers: 'MPs' historic vote on assisted dying' and 'Notre Dame reborn'
The news of MPs supporting a bill on assisted dying dominates Saturday's front pages.
Gargoyles, stained glass and the spire: How Notre-Dame was restored
Paris's Gothic cathedral has been painstakingly returned to its former glory. Here's how it was done.
Bushra Bibi led a protest to free Imran Khan - what happened next is a mystery
Imran Khan's third wife guided protesters to the heart of the capital - and then disappeared.
Capturing the scent of Palestinian life in a bottle
Palestinian perfumers try to evoke memories of a better time with "ingredients" of their heritage.
'It's part of my DNA': Charli XCX and the fight to save club culture
Can Charli XCX's Brat tour give the UK's club scene the boost it desperately needs?
Trails, teddy bears and turkeys: Photos of the week
A selection of news photographs from around the world.
Baby Noah born in flood-hit car on way to hospital
Noah's parents were travelling to hospital when they had an unexpected arrival on Sunday.
'Everything's on fire' - another tough year for game developers
Making games is hard and, in 2024, getting people to buy them is another challenge.
Rupert Grint to pay £1.8m after losing tax battle
The former Harry Potter star is ordered to pay the sum after losing a tax appeal.
Could police have handled Skye shooting differently?
Finlay MacDonald was jailed on Friday for killing his brother-in-law and attempting to murder three others.
Met Police apologises to honeytrap victims over email
The honeytrap involved flirtatious messages targeting up to 20 MPs, staffers and political journalists.
Black Friday: How to spot a deal and not get ripped off
Experts tell us how to work out if a deal is a genuine bargain or could leave you out of pocket.
UK's first Dignitas widow feels ‘wonderful’ after assisted dying vote
Reginald Crew became the first person from the UK to die at the Dignitas clinic in 2003.
Tight three-way race in Irish general election, RTÉ exit poll suggests
Voters have been casting their ballot to choose representatives to serve in the Irish parliament.
Could police have handled Skye shooting differently?
Finlay MacDonald was jailed on Friday for killing his brother-in-law and attempting to murder three others.
Angry doctors owed thousands refuse to work
There are concerns about staffing and supply shortages at GP surgeries linked to a management company.
Who are the rebels seizing control of Syria's second city?
The Islamist militant group HTS has a long and involved history in the Syrian conflict.
'We voted for assisted dying bill - but still have concerns'
The bill faces further scrutiny, during which MPs and peers could choose to amend parts of it.
Woman's £1,906 bill over five-minute parking rule
Rosey Hudson paid for parking each time, but is being taken to court for £1,906 by Excel Parking.
Cate Blanchett 'deeply concerned' by AI impact
The Australian actress says the threat of AI is "very real" as "you can totally replace anyone".
Spain hotel check-in delay fears as new data rules begin
A new law requiring hotels and car hire firms to send customer data to the government starts on Monday.
Under chandeliers, Lucy Letby hospital bosses broke their silence
Former Countess of Chester executives hadn't spoken publicly about the serial killer case - until this week.
'Rigorous' law firm to lead Greg Wallace probe, say MasterChef producers
BBC News heard allegations of inappropriate comments and behaviour by 13 people who worked with Wallace.
Al Fayed tried to control me with envelopes of cash says ex-Harrods director
Harrods boss manipulated and controlled managers to conceal his crimes, ex-director tells the BBC.
Man who found smooth Mars bar gets £2 compensation
Mars Wrigley UK says the smooth bar "slipped" through and confirmed the swirl is being kept.
How historic and emotional day unfolded
While MPs debated the bill in parliament, supporters and opponents gathered outside.
Terminally ill people on both sides of assisted dying debate react to vote
BBC News speaks to two terminally ill people with opposing views on the impact of assisted dying.
'I couldn’t stop watching': Personal stories of how porn obsession takes over lives
What happens when watching porn takes over your life?
Are mystery drones above US bases in England something sinister?
In a village close to a military site, residents report aerial vehicles hovering above their houses.
Uncovering the men who hid a note in a Scottish lighthouse 132 years ago
Experts poring over censuses and newspaper archives have built up a rich picture of their lives.
Janey Godley funeral is colourful comedy send-off
The service at St Mary's Cathedral in Glasgow saw family and friends wear colourful outfits and ended with her catchphrase "Frank, get the door".
Angry doctors owed thousands refuse to work
There are concerns about staffing and supply shortages at GP surgeries linked to a management company.
Four-day week council attacks 'culture war' notice
Its leader says the former Conservative government's move was "politically motivated".
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators march through London
The Palestine Solidarity Campaign said the event was the 22nd march since the Israel-Gaza conflict began in October 2023.
Children destroy flats in controlled explosion
The button to destroy Hexham House in Newcastle is pressed by three children who won a competition.
'Pixelated' mural tackles stigma of breastfeeding
A new mural in Derry city centre hopes to spark a conversation about breastfeeding.
Inside the £4m mansion Jurgen Klopp called home
Take a peak behind the doors of the football manager's sumptuous former home, now for sale at £4.25m.
Families' 15-year wait for mine deaths inquest
Four men died in 2011 when thousands of gallons of water flooded the mine they were working in.
Bournemouth Echo
"Christchurch has become the toilet bowl of Bournemouth"
Christchurch “has become the toilet bowl of Bournemouth", a leading environmental campaigner has said.
American restaurant to open new site after safety concerns in town centre
AN AMERICAN-STYLE restaurant is set to open a new site after increasing crime and abuse of staff closed its Bournemouth branch.
Car left on pavement causing trouble for residents
A car has been left on pavement in Rossmore Road for almost four months and is causing trouble for residents.
‘We’re sisters and we get sticky!’: Local beekeepers’ thriving honey farm
A PAIR of sisters and lifelong friends have built a thriving honey farm business after a beekeeping hobby turned into over 60 hives.
Bournemouth Christmas market food stalls: Full price list
Food stalls have taken over Bournemouth Square this Christmas season, offering everything from hearty meals to sweet treats.
In The Dock: Driver caught drug-driving in McDonald's among the cases
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Child aged eight wins prestigious engineering award
An eight year old girl has won a prestigious engineering award out of 77,000 other entries.
Man jailed after messaging three underage girls on social media
A MAN has been jailed after being caught messaging three girls under the age of 16 on social media.
Shoppers urged to take part in 'Small Business Saturday'
Shoppers are being urged to buy from Wimborne traders for Small Business Saturday.
Tech donation brings smiles to academy students
THE season of giving has started early for staff and students at a Poole school.
Christmas gift appeal to bring joy to children's hospices
RESIDENTS are being invited to donate Christmas gifts at leisure centres across BCP.
LIVE: Police cordon off high street flats as CSIs investigate
Police have cordoned off the entrance to flats in Christchurch Road, Boscombe
Woman victim of sex attack in high street
A WOMAN was sexually assaulted in Boscombe.
Jet2 plane lands at Bournemouth Airport for first time
A Jet2 plane landed for the first time at Bournemouth Airport on Friday evening.
'Drunk' man 'punches' police officer before running off
A "drunk" man "punched a police officer" before running away.
Hundreds march Bournemouth town centre to 'reclaim the streets'
NEARLY 200 women strutted the streets of Bournemouth on Friday evening in a call for better safety.
Search for missing man, 82, last seen at Hollywood Bowl
Officers searching for a missing man from Bournemouth are appealing for information from the public to help find him.
Electric vehicle charging points fully compliant with new regulations
EVERY public electric vehicle charging point in the BCP Council area is fully compliant with brand new regulations, data shows.
Missing man, 82, found 'safe and well', officers confirm
Officers are pleased to confirm that missing Bournemouth man Rodney Hacker has been found safe and well.
The best independent shops in and around the BCP area according to readers
Daily Echo readers have had their say on what the best independent shops are within the BCP area
Fewer treasure finds reported in Dorset last year
Fewer treasure finds were reported in Dorset last year, new figures show.
When South Western Railway services will run over Christmas
Rail users will face some disruption over the Christmas period on South Western Railway Services.
Westbourne's Christmas illuminations to be switched on today
Westbourne will get into the festive spirit when it turns on its Christmas lights today, November 30.
Bournemouth school student wins £1000 Young Writer prize
A BOURNEMOUTH student has won a big at the Young Writer award.
Residents encouraged to sign up for bin collections in BCP
Residents in the BCP area are being encouraged to sign up for their green bin collections for 2025.
Dorset youth practitioners innovative training in therapeutic childcare
CHILDREN in Dorset who have experienced early-life trauma are set to receive enhanced therapeutic care.
Festive 'Pho-dog-graphy' event in Wareham next month
MARGARET Green Animal Rescue is to host a festive 'Pho-dog-graphy' at Church Knowle Rehoming & Visitor Centre near Wareham.
'Blaming past governments is not helpful'
Mike Watkins asks (Letters 25 Nov) that if the austerity a decade ago made such huge savings “where has all the money gone?” Sadly nothing is gained from such questioning.
Mayor hosts special brunch to bring community together
The mayor of Wimborne Minster hosted a special event to celebrate community spirit and raise funds for charities.
Powerful art exhibition to open in Bournemouth this weekend
An art exhibition will open in Bournemouth this weekend with the aim of raising awareness of domestic abuse.
MoneyMagpie reveals four ways to get big money for free
While we don’t support paid gambling at MoneyMagpie, did you know there are lots of big money prizes you could enter for free?
Formula 1
FRIDAY DEBRIEF: Norris leads the way in Qatar Sprint Qualifying – but can Russell or Ferrari upset McLaren's party?
McLaren driver Lando Norris led the way through all three segments of Sprint Qualifying beneath the lights at Lusail on Friday evening, while George Russell elbowed Oscar Piastri out of second on his final flying lap, narrowly denying the title-chasing team a front-row lockout.
Russell ‘definitely’ confident of fighting for Sprint win in Qatar as downbeat Hamilton declares himself ‘not fast anymore’
There were contrasting emotions at the Mercedes team after Sprint Qualifying in Qatar, with George Russell thrilled by his strong drive to P2 on the grid while Lewis Hamilton was downbeat after feeling he was “just slow” in P7.
F1 EXPLAINS: What it’s like to switch between F1 and IndyCar – with McLaren racer Pato O’Ward
Formula 1 is called the pinnacle of motorsport for a reason – it’s the height of racing technology, and there’s nothing quite like driving one of these cars. Even experienced racers like Pato O’Ward, who has thrived in IndyCar, can agree.
What the teams said – Sprint Qualifying in Qatar
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from a busy first practice and qualifying from the Lusail International Circuits at the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024...
‘It was a shame’ – Perez pins blame on Leclerc incident after early exit in Qatar Sprint Qualifying
WATCH: Ride onboard with Norris as he snatches an impressive pole position for the Qatar Sprint
Lando Norris came out on top in a tight battle with Mercedes's George Russell for pole position in Sprint Qualifying around the Lusail International Circuit, edging out the Briton as well as his McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri.
‘We’re coming back to reality’ – Leclerc rues ‘not good’ Sprint Qualifying in Qatar amid crucial weekend for Ferrari in constructors’ fight
Charles Leclerc was left disappointed by the outcome of Sprint Qualifying for Ferrari in Qatar, with the Monegasque admitting that his P5 result – just behind team mate Carlos Sainz in P4 – is not ideal for the team in what could be a vital weekend for their constructors’ title bid.
F2: Aron dominates Lusail Qualifying ahead of Bortoleto
Paul Aron would not be denied in Qatar as the Hitech Pulse-Eight driver put in a supreme lap to earn pole position for the Formula 2 Feature Race.
FIA Team Principals press conference – Qatar
TEAM REPRESENTATIVES Mike KRACK (Aston Martin), James VOWLES (Williams), Laurent MEKIES (RB)
Norris hails ‘job done’ with Sprint pole in Qatar as he bounces back from Las Vegas disappointment
Lando Norris expressed his satisfaction after charging to pole position for the Sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix, a few days on from rival Max Verstappen sealing the world title.
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the action from Sprint Qualifying in Qatar as Norris storms to pole ahead of Russell and Piastri
Lando Norris emerged as the man to beat in a close-fought battle for pole position in Sprint Qualifying in Qatar, narrowly clinching the fastest lap of the session ahead of George Russell and Oscar Piastri.
Norris storms to impressive Sprint Qualifying pole in Qatar ahead of Russell and Piastri
Lando Norris has surged to pole position for the Sprint at the Qatar Grand Prix, with the Briton topping every segment of a busy Sprint Qualifying session, while George Russell disrupted what looked to be a McLaren front row lockout by going second quickest.
‘When the light goes out, you’re supposed to go’ – Horner confused by Perez’s slow pit lane start in Qatar Sprint
Christian Horner has given his take on Sergio Perez’s difficult Sprint in Qatar, with the Red Bull boss admitting that he needs to speak with the Mexican to find out why he was overtaken by the Williams of Franco Colapinto as both drivers made a pit lane start.
‘I had one opportunity and I went for it’ – Leclerc dissects his fight with Hamilton in Qatar Sprint
The highlight of Charles Leclerc’s Sprint around the Lusail International Circuit was his skilful battle with Lewis Hamilton for fifth, which was several laps in the making amid a crucial weekend for Ferrari.
Russell laments ‘pretty infuriating’ battle with Piastri in Qatar Sprint after struggling to maximise ‘true pace’
Despite claiming another podium finish, George Russell was left frustrated in the Qatar Sprint as he was unable to overtake Oscar Piastri after multiple unsuccessful lunges throughout the 19 laps.
‘The team told me not to do it’ – Norris opens up about his plan to switch positions with Piastri in Qatar Sprint
Lando Norris has opened up about the thinking behind his decision to allow Oscar Piastri through to take victory in the Qatar Sprint at the last corner, with the Briton claiming that the team had told him not to do it but that he “thought [it] was best”.
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the action from the Qatar Sprint as Norris relinquishes win to Piastri
Oscar Piastri took a last-minute win in the Qatar Sprint after his team mate Lando Norris let him pass as they crossed the finish line, with George Russell claiming the final podium spot.
Piastri takes victory in Qatar Sprint as Norris reverses positions on last corner in McLaren one-two
Oscar Piastri has claimed victory in the Sprint at the Qatar Grand Prix after team mate Lando Norris – who had led the event throughout – pulled over to let his fellow McLaren driver through at the last moment, seemingly paying the Australian back for their previous switch in Sao Paulo.
SPRINT START: Watch the opening lap in the Qatar Sprint as Norris masterfully leads the field and Piastri passes Russell
Pole-sitter Lando Norris got the perfect launch in the Qatar Sprint as his team mate Oscar Piastri leapt up into P2 ahead of the Mercedes of George Russell, battling him throughout the opening lap.
F1 ACADEMY: Pin seals double pole in Qatar ahead of Weug and Pulling
Doriane Pin secured her fourth and fifth pole positions of the season, as the PREMA Racing driver continued her strong run of form around the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from the F1 Sprint in Qatar
Live coverage of Saturday's F1 Sprint at the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix.
‘If the performance is not there, there is change’ – Krack explains reasons behind Fallows' departure as Aston Martin Technical Director
Following the recent news that Technical Director Dan Fallows has stepped down from his role at Aston Martin, team boss Mike Krack explained that the move is a natural result of their performances in 2024.
F2 racer Aron joins Alpine as 2025 F1 reserve driver
Alpine have confirmed that Formula 2 racer Paul Aron will join the squad as their 2025 F1 reserve driver.
‘Teams aren’t built to take six major crashes’ – Vowles reveals crucial impact of recent Williams incidents
James Vowles has confirmed that Williams have been forced to eat into their budget for 2025 to recover from a series of incidents that have overshadowed their recent race weekends, but praised the team’s “incredible” morale during the tough run.
Windows Central
I've reviewed dozens of devices this year — Here are my 7 top Black Friday gaming PC deals for the perfect setup in 2024
I've reviewed dozens of devices this year, but these are the ones I recommend most for Black Friday.
This Black Friday deal on an Acer gaming laptop gives you more bang for your buck than a ROG Ally at the same $599 price
Amazon is offering a 23% discount on the Acer Nitro V gaming laptop with a 13th gen Intel Core i5 processor and GeForce 4050 laptop GPU, making it a better deal than an ROG Ally at the same price point.
I'm calling a truce on the Sony vs. Bose war — at least during Black Friday's final hours, all the best ANC headphones are equally affordable
At least for the remaining hours of Black Friday, the best wireless ANC headphones from Sony, Bose, and more are equally great deals that are hard to ignore.
The ultimate Black Friday STALKER 2 PC upgrade is here: Free games and an awesome RTX GPU for less
MSI's STALKER 2-themed GPU is one of the coolest graphics cards money can buy, and now you can get it — along with two free games — for a nice discount this Black Friday.
Holy Xbox, Batman! You can basically get a Series X Controller and Arkham Shadows free when you grab this Game Pass and Black Friday VR deal
Right now for Black Friday, you can get the Meta Quest 3S VR headset, a Batman game, an Xbox Controller, and Xbox Game Pass bundled at a great discount.
This beastly little SK hynix SSD may look like a bug, but I promise its lowest-ever Black Friday price is a feature
SK hynix entered the external SSD space with the stellar Beetle X31 last year, and thanks to Black Friday, it's now fallen to its lowest-ever price.
Secret tip: The best way to get a 7800X3D on Black Friday is with a pre-built PC, and I found the cheapest model
Black Friday is full of awesome CPU and GPU deals, but the Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU is proving to be elusive. A pre-built with the chip is the next best option, and I found a model for $1,430.
Black Friday took $400+ off a gaming PC that was already a great value, and you won't find a game this system can't play
The HP OMEN 25L is a capable and well-balanced mid-range gaming PC, and its latest version is currently enjoying a very sizeable Black Friday discount.
This flagship Windows all-in-one is $500 off for Black Friday, bringing its 32-inch 4K display below $999 for the first time
The 32-inch 4K HP OmniStudio X is the best Windows all-in-one you can buy this year, and now it's less than $1,000 with a massive $500 saving!
This Black Friday deal drops the BEST gaming OLED TV (144Hz) from LG to its lowest price ever
The LG C4 is the best TV for gaming. It has the features you need to get the most out of your Xbox Series X or other console, and it's currently on sale for Black Friday.
Cyber Monday’s ultimate gamer gift list: From Xbox consoles to stocking stuffers under $10
This gift guide is your one-stop shop for every kind of gamer, whether they're loyal to Xbox consoles, obsessed with handheld gaming, or somewhere in between. Packed with a mix of Cyber Monday deals and year-round gift-worthy finds, we’ve curated options for all budgets.
Why you should ONLY consider a Copilot+ PC around Black Friday and Cyber Monday
These exclusive features won't ever be available on others, and the gap will only increase.
Laffgaff
In mythology, who had the gift of prophecy and the curse of not being believed?
Cassandra.
Janitor Award Winner
I won all the trophies at the Janitor Association Awards. It was a clean sweep.
Itsfoss
9 Projects Ideas to Get into DIY Mode With Raspberry Pi Pico
Got a Raspberry Pi Pico? Here are some examples of what you can do with this tiny but versatile microcontroller.