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Syrian troops withdraw from Aleppo as rebels advance
Over 300 people have been killed since rebels launched an offensive against the government this week.
Fresh questions for BBC over Gregg Wallace claims
Emails have emerged showing the BBC was warned about the MasterChef presenter in 2017.
Family 'desperate' as British couple still missing after Red Sea sinking
The family of a couple missing after a tourist boat sank are anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones.
Can murderers change – or are they born evil?
The 2024 Reith lecturer shares her verdict on whether violent offenders are monsters by nature
Kate sends emotional Christmas message of 'love, not fear'
The Princess of Wales writes of the need for mutual support ahead of her carol concert next week.
Silenced and erased, Hong Kong's decade of protest is now a defiant memory
The BBC speaks to Hongkongers whose hopes for a freer city have withered.
'Our generation is lonelier so we're friendship matchmakers'
Meet the Glasgow University students going on blind friendship dates to connect with new people.
Irish election 'too close to call', says taoiseach
The leaders of the three parties battling to top the polls in the Irish general election have been elected.
Belgium's sex workers get maternity leave and pensions under world-first law
They will be entitled to official employment contracts, health insurance and sick days.
Ultra-long mortgages push buyers past retirement
Two in five new mortgages have terms that will see homeowners still making payments in retirement.
Anger as some infected blood payouts put on hold
Some families of those who died have been told payments due before Christmas have been put on hold.
Woman searching for birth parents found dad was a friend on Facebook
Tamuna Museridze has reunited hundreds of families torn apart by a baby trafficking scandal – now she has found her own birth parents.
The Papers: Labour 'heating bill hypocrisy' and Wallace whistleblower
Sunday's papers include an MP claiming energy costs on her second home and Gregg Wallace allegations.
'If you want to have a child, why wait for a man?'
More women are opting to undergo IVF and artificial insemination solo, new figures have shown.
The forgotten street found behind a hidden library door
The passageway gives a glimpse of how Edinburgh looked centuries ago.
'They threw her body into the ocean' - woman dies on boat headed for French island
Woman's body thrown overboard after boat abandoned by people smugglers in the Indian Ocean.
Inside the ancient Indian ritual where humans become gods
Theyyam is an ancient folk ritual combining theatre, mime, and worship, predating Hinduism.
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.
Trump picks Ivanka's father-in-law to be US ambassador to France
The president-elect had pardoned Charles Kushner of federal charges during his first term.
World Beekeeping Awards axe honey prize due to fraud
A report found that 46% of sampled honey products had likely been bulked out with cheaper sugar syrups.
Five ways to persuade more people to buy electric cars
Demand for electric cars is lower than expected, the industry says. What might help to boost sales?
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.
The flood-plagued street where no-one can get insurance
Businesses on Pontypridd's Mill Street want a long-term solution as they face hefty post-flood costs.
'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.
Georgia president calls for new elections as protests erupt again
Thousands are protesting in Tbilisi for a third night after the government put EU accession talks on hold.
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".
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.
'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.
'People want nothing to do with him': How Ireland turned away from Conor McGregor
The verdict in Nikita Hand's civil rape case saw already dwindling support for the UFC star fall further.
Woman searching for birth parents found dad was a friend on Facebook
Tamuna Museridze has reunited hundreds of families torn apart by a baby trafficking scandal – now she has found her own birth parents.
British man killed on holiday in Turkey lift-shaft incident
Tyler Kerry was "a young man full of personality, kindness and compassion", his uncle says.
Former My Chemical Romance drummer dies aged 44
He helped write songs for acclaimed record The Black Parade, deemed a "defining album" by critics.
UN suspends aid deliveries through main Gaza crossing
Unrwa said the Kerem Shalom crossing is not safe and called on Israel to ensure the flow of aid.
Global plastic talks collapse as oil states rebel
Two years of negotiations to reduce global plastic production have collapsed amid a split between countries.
Homes evacuated after sinkhole opens on estate
About 30 homes are believed to have been evacuated and people were told to avoid the area.
Belgium's sex workers get maternity leave and pensions under world-first law
They will be entitled to official employment contracts, health insurance and sick days.
China's crackdown on Hong Kong means protests are just a defiant memory
The BBC speaks to Hongkongers whose hopes for a freer city have withered.
'I spent 30 years as a therapist to killers - and no-one is born evil'
The 2024 Reith lecturer shares her verdict on why violent offenders are not monsters by nature
Blind dates to find mates: Making friends with strangers over dinner
Meet the Glasgow University students going on friendship dates to connect with new people and tackle loneliness.
'Our estate pays £9,000 a year for grass to be cut'
Freehold homeowners say they feel "fleeced" over service charges they pay to a private firm.
Mother's 'terrible journey' to bedside of British woman poisoned in Laos
The mother of Simone White urges people to be careful with alcohol after her daughter died in Laos.
Georgia's PM hits back as protests and resignations intensify
After days of demonstrations and public resignations, Georgia's prime minister rejects a call for new elections.
Bishop 'frozen out' after Welby resignation calls
Helen Ann-Hartley was the most senior member of the clergy to suggest the former Archbishop of Canterbury go over abuse failings.
Ultra-long mortgages push buyers past retirement
Two in five new mortgages have terms that will see homeowners still making payments in retirement.
Man arrested on suspicion of rape at Groucho Club
Police say the alleged rape took place last month at the famous London private members' club.
Rugby star Sinfield begins 'gruelling' 230 mile run in memory of best mate Rob Burrow
The rugby star will run 230 miles in seven days across the UK in memory of late teammate Rob Burrow.
Police investigate death of woman at Belfast nightclub
Police are investigating the death of a woman at a night club in Belfast city centre on Sunday.
The flood-plagued street where no-one can get insurance
Businesses on Pontypridd's Mill Street want a long-term solution as they face hefty post-flood costs.
'Our estate pays £9,000 a year for grass to be cut'
Freehold homeowners say they feel "fleeced" over service charges they pay to a private firm.
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.
Bournemouth Echo
Man found on street injured after 'stabbing' in Bournemouth town centre
A MAN was stabbed in Bournemouth town centre.
Investigation into controversial FuturePlaces to be held
AN investigation will be carried out into the controversial former council company FuturePlaces, a meeting heard.
Award-winning restaurant scolded by hygiene inspectors
A NUMBER of cafés, pubs, restaurants and takeaways across Dorset and the New Forest have been handed new food hygiene ratings recently.
Two Dorset Homebase stores confirmed closing down
TWO Dorset Homebase stores will be closing down, it has been confirmed.
PHOTOS: Large queue forms for Lidl's big Christmas giveaway
A large queue of residents formed for freebies given away by Lidl at its own version of a cola lorry.
Man ‘clawed at mum’s face’ and shoved fingers in her mouth before stealing car
A MAN ‘clawed’ at his mother’s face and shoved his fingers into her mouth when she refused to hand over her car keys, a court heard.
Dorset walk takes in ancient woodland with royal links
At the time of King John (1199 to 1216), Cranborne Chase was divided into two districts, the Inner Bounds and the surrounding Outer Bounds - take it in on this Dorset/Wiltshire border walk
Southampton estate agent instructed to sell Christchurch civic offices
SOUTHAMPTON-based estate agents have been instructed to market Christchurch civic offices for BCP Council.
Bournemouth scientists developing rapid, portable test for skin cancers
Scientists are developing a portable sensor which would be capable of detecting skin cancers from chemicals released by the skin.
Vital stabilisation work along bridge to begin
STABILISATION work near a Grade II listed bridge will soon begin.
'Cycle lanes aren't being used'
Susan Stockwell continually writes about the environment and cycle lanes.
Shows to look forward to in the new year
A list of shows to look forward to coming to Bournemouth and Poole in the new year.
Couple enjoy anniversary celebrations in dementia care home
A couple who live at the same dementia care home are able to celebrate their 58 anniversary due to the help of carers.
6 spring bulbs you might plant this winter that are poisonous for dogs
From daffodils to bluebells, some spring bulbs are poisonous to dogs so it's important they don't get hold of or dig any up.
How many questions can you get right? Take this pub quiz to find out
Find out how good your general knowledge is with our quiz that will get you ready for your next trip to the pub.
The Royal Mint reveals the 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation today
The famous Kew Gardens 50p was recently knocked off the top spot, with the King Charles III Atlantic Salmon 50p becoming the most coveted coin
Driving law changes coming into force in December - how motorists will be affected
There are a range of driving law changes coming into force in the UK in December - see how motorists will be impacted.
LIVE: "Avoid the area" plea as police deal with incident
Police have closed a section of the A35 to deal with an incident
Car ticketed after being clocked at 51mph through New Forest
Six cars were stopped in the New Forest for breaking the speed limit, police officers on patrol said.
REVIEW: Beth Hart, Lighthouse, Poole
The world abounds with singers but there are a very limited number of those who are also performers, and are able to hold the attention of an audience with their mere presence and charisma.
Driving law changes coming into force in December - how motorists will be affected
There are a range of driving law changes coming into force in the UK in December - see how motorists will be impacted.
How to watch the Princess of Wales' Christmas carol service this year
The Princess of Wales will deliver a letter about the importance of love at her annual Christmas carol service this year.
Formula 1
RACE PREDICTOR: Vote for who you think will make the podium in the Qatar Grand Prix
There was a slightly unexpected outcome to qualifying ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen admitting his surprise after surging to pole position just hours after a difficult outing in the Sprint – and it certainly sets us up for an exciting race on Sunday.
F2: Bearman takes Sprint Race victory as Hadjar spins late on
Oliver Bearman notched up his third victory of the 2024 Formula 2 season, fighting his way back past Championship contender Isack Hadjar in the Lusail Sprint Race.
PIRELLI STRATEGY GUIDE: What are the tactical options for the Qatar Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at the Lusail International Circuit, with technical help from F1's official tyre suppliers Pirelli...
Verstappen hit with one-place grid penalty for Russell incident during Qatar GP qualifying
Max Verstappen narrowly claimed pole position for the Qatar Grand Prix, but has now been handed a one-place grid penalty by the stewards for impeding second-placed George Russell during the final part of qualifying.
Sauber gunning for points, McLaren in the title hunt, and fun at Turn 1 – What To Watch For in the Qatar GP
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at the Lusail International Circuit...
What the teams said – Sprint day and Qualifying in Qatar
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Sprint and qualifying from the Lusail International Circuits at the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024...
Leclerc insists P5 was ‘maximum’ in Qatar qualifying as Sainz hits ‘hard limit’ with pace
Charles Leclerc says Ferrari achieved the maximum with fifth during qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, as the team continued to struggle to extract one-lap pace from the SF-24.
‘We’ve got a good race on our hands’ – Russell relishing the chance to fight at the front in Qatar
Mercedes driver George Russell was agonisingly close to claiming pole position in Qatar, but he explained that he is more than ready to battle back past pole-sitter Max Verstappen and get stuck into a multiple-team fight for the win.
Norris admits McLaren simply ‘not quick enough’ in Qatar GP qualifying after losing out to Verstappen and Russell
Lando Norris gave credit to Max Verstappen and George Russell after the McLaren driver settled for third position in Saturday night’s qualifying session at the Qatar Grand Prix.
F1 ACADEMY: Pulling secures 2024 title after taking P2 behind Pin in Qatar Race 1
Alpine Academy driver Abbi Pulling has been crowned the champion of F1 ACADEMY's sophomore season after a series of consistently dominant performances saw her seal the title with victory in Race 1 in Qatar.
FIA post-qualifying press conference – Qatar
1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull), 2. George Russell (Mercedes), 3. Lando Norris (McLaren)
FACTS AND STATS: A McLaren one-two in Qatar would seal the constructors' crown with Norris and Piastri qualifying on the second row
Max Verstappen grabbed a sensational pole position in Qatar, after struggling over one lap in Sprint Qualifying the day before. Red Bull really turned things around, getting both cars into the top 10 and managing to get the better of McLaren, who looked the class of the field earlier on in the Sprint. Here are all the best facts and stats from a thrilling qualifying…
Verstappen shocked by ‘crazy’ turnaround after P1 qualifying as he prepares for ‘tough’ race in Qatar
Max Verstappen was left surprised after claiming pole position in qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, with the Dutchman admitting that he “didn’t expect” the turnaround in his car’s performance following a difficult run hours earlier in the Sprint.
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the qualifying action from Qatar as Verstappen takes P1 ahead of Russell and Norris
Red Bull staged an incredible turnaround after the Sprint to enable Max Verstappen to marginally claim pole position ahead of George Russell and Lando Norris for the Qatar Grand Prix.
WATCH: Ride onboard with Verstappen for his captivating pole position lap in Qatar
Max Verstappen bounced back from a disappointing Qatar Sprint result in remarkable fashion, ending his day on an undeniable high by narrowly edging out George Russell to claim pole position around the Lusail International Circuit.
Russell promoted to pole after Verstappen had taken surprise P1 in Qatar by just 0.055s
Max Verstappen has sealed pole position for the Qatar Grand Prix, the Dutchman bouncing back from earlier struggles in the Sprint to beat George Russell in the final moments of qualifying by just 0.055s while Lando Norris took third place.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix
Live coverage of Saturday's qualifying session for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix.
‘I don’t have an answer’ – Hamilton reflects on his ‘not fast anymore’ comments as issues continue in Qatar Sprint
The car troubles that prompted Lewis Hamilton to declare himself “not fast anymore” after yesterday’s Sprint Qualifying carried over into the Qatar Sprint, leaving him downbeat ahead of the remaining competitive sessions.
FIA post-Sprint press conference – Qatar
1. Oscar Piastri (McLaren), 2. Lando Norris (McLaren), 3. George Russell (Mercedes)
RACE START: Enjoy the race start at the Qatar GP as Verstappen snatches the lead while three cars tangle behind
Max Verstappen reclaimed the top spot that he lost as a result of a penalty after yesterday's qualifying in Qatar, getting the better of George Russell before the Safety Car was brought out for an incident further back on the opening lap.
F2: Aron takes maiden Formula 2 victory in entertaining Lusail Feature Race
Hitech Pulse-Eight driver Paul Aron turned a fourth Pole Position of the season into a first Formula 2 victory in Qatar, taking advantage of Gabriel Bortoleto’s five-second penalty to win the Feature Race.
LIVE COVERAGE: Follow the Qatar GP action as Verstappen leads Norris
Live coverage of Sunday's Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024.
OFFICIAL GRID: Who starts where in Qatar as Verstappen demoted to P2
After an epic qualifying lap from newly-crowned four-time champion Max Verstappen clinched pole position for Red Bull, it’s actually Mercedes’ George Russell who will start first on the grid for the Qatar Grand Prix.
Pulling praised by mentor Powell for delivering F1 ACADEMY title in ‘make-or-break’ season
Alpine-backed F1 ACADEMY racer Abbi Pulling has been lauded by her mentor Alice Powell after delivering during a “make-or-break” season and winning the all-female championship in dominant fashion.
TREMAYNE: The 2024 McLaren vs Ferrari title fight is the latest chapter of the biggest team rivalry in F1
As the two titans of F1 battle it out for top honours this year, F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne looks back at the key points in their enduring rivalry...
20 YEARS ON: The inside story of Lewis Hamilton’s first F1 test with McLaren
As Lewis Hamilton gears up for Sunday’s Qatar Grand Prix, he will be doing so exactly 20 years after driving an F1 car for the first time with McLaren. To mark the milestone, F1.com spoke with one of the drivers he tested alongside that day, fellow Briton Alex Lloyd, for a first-hand account of the outing which kicked off Hamilton’s journey to seven world titles…
Windows Central
7 best Cyber Monday game deals that are perfect to play on gaming handhelds — Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Legion Go
Not all games work well on gaming handhelds, but these Cyber Monday game deals are an exception. Grab some awesome games to play on your device while they are on sale.
What are Amazon's "Top 100" Cyber Monday deals? Mostly random, but I singled out the 9 best discounted tech products
Amazon's list of the Top 100 Cyber Monday deals can feel chaotic, but I singled out the 9 best sales on tech products I can actually recommend.
These Meta Quest 3 Black Friday deals might not last until Cyber Monday, don't miss out and save BIG now!
The Meta Quest 3 and 3S are seeing some rare deals, but as Black Friday ends, they might not be around much longer.
One of my all-time favorite games is half-price through Cyber Monday, and it plays like a dream on a handheld
Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered is one of my top three games of all-time, and it's half price right now for PC. This is a great game to play on a handheld!
My wife and I won't fight over phone and laptop chargers thanks to this extended Black Friday deal
An extended Black Friday discount saves you $60 on a charger that can charge your smartphone, laptop, and other gadgets.
This is the most underrated (and cheap) accessory EVERY PC gaming handheld owner needs to buy, whether you're Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, or Lenovo Legion Go — and it's even cheaper with this Cyber Monday deal
I can't believe how few people actually own a simple folding Bluetooth keyboard for their Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, or Lenovo Legion Go. Buy one right now. Preferably this one.
HP's minimalist 16-inch laptop with a beefy RTX 4060 falls for the first time to just $999 making it one of our top Cyber Monday deals for all-around laptops
The HP Envy 2-in-1 laptop is $500 during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales weekend at Best Buy, making it under $1000.
Boost your laptop or Copilot+ PC with this monster Thunderbolt 4 USB dock from Satechi, a deal for $30 less this Cyber Monday / Black Friday
The Satechi 5-in-1 Thunderbolt dock is currently on sale, $30 off at Best Buy, and is a must have for digital creatives and techies who need more ports.
Time is almost up on the best Windows laptop deal I've seen for Cyber Monday — so good I bought it twice!
The Surface Laptop 7 is this year's best laptop, and at $799, it's a no-brainer if you're in the market for a new Windows PC.
The latest 'Palworld' update breaks the game — and everyone is blaming Nintendo
The latest update for Palworld has caused an uproar among its community, as players grapple with game-breaking glitches with Pals. Many are attributing the compromised gaming experience to the legal battles with Nintendo.
The BEST gaming headset I've reviewed of 2024 is STILL on sale for Cyber Monday / Black Friday — I grabbed two of these for Christmas gifts
I can't believe this headset is already on sale, given that it only came out a few months ago. It was already the best headset to buy this year without the deal, but 25% off for Cyber Monday / Black Friday makes the deal even sweeter.
I just saved $20 on a 12-month Microsoft 365 subscription thanks to this Cyber Monday deal
A year of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook for just $50 right now for Cyber Monday is a deal I couldn't say no to.
Laffgaff
What alcohol is in a classic mojito?
Rum.
King Arthur’s Army
Why was King Arthur's army too tired to fight? It had too many sleepless knights.