BBC News
Biden hopes Americans will understand son's pardon
Biden says his son Hunter was "unfairly" prosecuted over tax and gun possession - but earlier he had ruled out a pardon.
Gregg Wallace accusers criticise his response to allegations
The TV presenter earlier branded his accusers a "handful of middle-class women of a certain age".
Bowen: Syria's rebel offensive is astonishing - but don't write off Assad
The country's president has already shown he is prepared to go to brutal lengths to save his regime.
‘Italian’ purees likely to contain Chinese forced-labour tomatoes, BBC finds
Some products described as “Italian” appear to contain Chinese tomatoes, BBC investigation suggests.
She fled Israeli bombing four times. It still found her
Rihab Faour's long journey to safety, from her small village in southern Lebanon, ended in the death of her young family.
Oldest victim of Post Office scandal says she has been 'treated like dung'
91-year-old Betty Brown says she's been offered less than a third of what she had claimed in compensation.
Backlash from councils over Rayner housing targets
The vast majority of councils in England and Wales believe housing targets are unrealistic, the BBC can reveal.
Elton John unable to 'watch own musical' after eyesight loss
The star-studded event attracted a host of famous faces as the production celebrated its West End debut at London's Dominion Theatre.
Losing your mind looking at memes? The dictionary has a word for that
The term captures concerns about the impact of consuming excessive amounts of low-quality online content.
Boss of Vauxhall's parent company Stellantis abruptly quits
The motor industry heavyweight owns major brands including Chrysler, Vauxhall, Jeep, Fiat and Peugeot.
10 years on, is shared parental leave failing working families?
The government is reviewing the policy but campaigners say the current system is "broken".
The Papers: 'DisasterChef' and 'Syrian warplanes hit back'
The Gregg Wallace scandal continues to take front and centre on many of the papers on Monday, as does the latest in the conflict in Syria.
Should you pay more for parking if you have a big car?
Some councils are considering charging owners of larger vehicles more for parking permits.
Hunter Biden's pardon shows rulebook being rewritten
Joe Biden may be criticised for protecting his son but is likely to pay little political price.
'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.
Majority of seats declared in close Irish general election
After securing re-election, Irish party leaders face the challenge of trying to form the next government.
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.
Students upset by sea deaths help rescue migrants
A charity boss says the Mediterranean is "littered with bodies" as deaths leave students angry.
How a Ugandan opposition leader disappeared in Kenya and ended up in military court
Uganda is facing condemnation following the arrest of the veteran politician while in Kenya.
Homes evacuated after sinkhole opens on estate
About 30 homes are believed to have been evacuated and people were told to avoid the area.
Holidaymaker killed in Turkey lift-shaft incident
Tyler Kerry was "a young man full of personality, kindness and compassion", his uncle says.
Scotland's Budget must not cap council tax rises - Cosla
Finance Secretary Shona Robison will present her Budget to the Scottish Parliament on Wednesday.
Students upset by sea deaths help rescue migrants
A charity boss says the Mediterranean is "littered with bodies" as deaths leave students angry.
Final seats to be filled in Irish general election
With all 43 constituencies' first counts in, Fianna Fáil won the most first preference votes with 21.9%.
French PM risks no confidence vote after forcing through budget
Michel Barnier is unlikely to survive such a vote, with left and far-right parties promising to oppose him.
Gregg Wallace apologises for 'any offence caused' by middle-class women comments
The MasterChef presenter said he "wasn't in a good head space" when he posted a video about the allegations of inappropriate behaviour against him.
What has Joe Biden said in the past about pardoning his son?
The US president has previously vowed not to intervene in his son's case.
Typhoo Tea business to be rescued by vape maker for £10m
The firm behind e-cigarette brand 88Vape will buy the tea business after it fell into administration.
Small boat crossings hit 20,000 since Labour won election
The Conservatives argue the figures show the need to reinstate their Rwanda deportation scheme.
Shared parental leave skewed against lower earning families, figures show
The government is reviewing the policy but campaigners say the current system is "broken".
MoD stress-testing how UK would cope in war
The war games come amid fears the Russian invasion of Ukraine exposed gaps in Europe's war capabilities.
Chris Wormald to become new civil service head
The current civil service health chief will become the government's most powerful advisor
Letby hospital boss accepts 'big personal failure'
Sir Duncan Nichol was chairman of the board at the Countess of Chester Hospital when Letby killed babies.
Three dead and dozens sick after eating sea turtle stew
At least 32 people in the Philippines were admitted to hospital after consuming the endangered species.
Jacob Rees-Mogg: Ex-politician says reality show a 'calculated risk'
The former MP talks to the BBC about his move into reality TV and why he hopes the risk will pay off.
'I thought kidney failure meant I'd never be a mum'
Tendai Chisambara gave birth despite being told she might never conceive due to kidney disease.
BBC hears of horror and hunger in rare visit to Darfur massacre town
Massacres scar the Sudanese town of el-Geneina, now a near-empty city as the 19-month war grinds on.
I've been treated like dung, says oldest Post Office victim
91-year-old Betty Brown says she's been offered less than a third of what she had claimed in compensation.
Jeremy Bowen: Syria's rebel offensive is astonishing - but don't write off Assad
The country's president has already shown he is prepared to go to brutal lengths to save his regime.
‘Italian’ purees in UK supermarkets likely to contain Chinese forced-labour tomatoes
Some products described as “Italian” appear to contain Chinese tomatoes, BBC investigation suggests.
House prices surprise with fastest rise for two years
The price of a typical UK home rose by 3.7%, says Nationwide, despite "stretched" affordability.
Trump picks another in-law for key adviser role
Donald Trump has named Massad Boulos, his daughter Tiffany's father-in-law, asan adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs.
Australian police seize $500m of cocaine after boat breaks down
The drugs had an estimated street value of A$760m ($490m; £388m).
Dozens killed in crush at Guinea football match
Prime Minister Oury Bah pays tribute to the victims and announces an inquiry into the "tragic" disaster.
Neighbours' Harold Bishop actor reveals he has terminal cancer
The actor who plays Harold Bishop is leaving Australian soap Neighbours following a cancer diagnosis.
Long-lost Beatles break-up notes found in drawer
More than 300 pages of notes relating to the band's break-up in the early 1970s are being auctioned.
Letby hospital boss accepts 'big personal failure'
Sir Duncan Nichol was chairman of the board at the Countess of Chester Hospital when Letby killed babies.
NHS Grampian was warned of 'intolerable risk'
Clinicians raised concerns with management three months before a critical incident was declared.
Sinkhole residents may not be home for Christmas
It could be months until evacuated residents are able to return to their homes, one homeowner says.
Tributes paid to woman after nightclub death
Chloe Ferris, who died in a Belfast club on Sunday, is described as "bubbly, bright and beautiful".
Bournemouth Echo
‘It tried to rip her leg off’: Pensioner and dog attacked in popular park
A pensioner and his dog were left ‘covered in blood’ when a dog suddenly attacked them in Baiter Park, Poole.
Public given access to Corfe Castle tower for first time since 1646
For the first time since 1646, the public will be able to access a tower at Corfe Castle that was built for King Henry I.
Thug beat man with hammer and threatened to kill him
A thug headbutted and punched a man before beating him with a hatchet hammer, a court heard.
Dead shark found on man's lawn 10 miles from sea
A dead shark was found on a man’s lawn around 10 miles away from the sea.
Wimborne wows with Christmas lights switch on
Wimborne wowed with its Christmas lights switch on, falling snow and musket fire.
Frozen meal company opens third Dorset shop in Christchurch
Ready meal company Cook has opened its third shop in Dorset.
33 roadworks taking place this week across BCP
THE following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:
Community comes together for warm Christmas lights switch on
RESIDENTS, businesses, the mayor and a former AFC Bournemouth chairman braved the cold to take part in a warm festive switch on.
Former care home closed down after criticism set to be demolished
A former care home that closed down following strong criticism from a watchdog is set to be demolished more than seven years later.
Family fighting for legacy of stab victim recognised in Parliament
The family of a stab victim are fighting for his legacy, with a Bournemouth MP raising their case in Parliament.
Indian eatery in Bournemouth wins Asian Restaurant of the Year
Bournemouth based Asian Restaurant, Indian Ocean has awarded winner of Asian Restaurant of the Year in the South West of England (Dorset Region).
Poole cake stand company launches trade in Europe
A Poole based cake stand company has launched a new distribution centre in Europe.
Bournemouth Airport crowned best in UK for avoiding flight cancellations
BOURNEMOUTH Airport has topped a national list on data for flight delays and cancellations.
Disability charity to host Christmas concert in Bournemouth
DORSET disability charity Diverse Abilities will host its annual Christmas concert this month.
The Traitors star explains why the NSPCC's vital work is so needed
Fay Greaves is probably best known to readers as one of the stars of the BBC show The Traitors, but she is also an NSPCC Campaigner for Childhood
Rape arrest made after attack in high street
A rape arrest was made over the weekend after an “attack” in Bournemouth.
Man named and charged after 'stabbing' in Bournemouth town centre
A man has been charged and named after an alleged stabbing in Bournemouth town centre.
Man left with lacerations and 'items' thrown at officers in weekend assaults
Emergency services were called to two different assaults on the same road over the weekend which left a man with lacerations and a police officer attacked.
Drink driver had young child in back of car while four times over limit
A drink driver who had a young child in the back of the car was nearly four times over the limit.
Woman fights for life following three-car crash
A woman is fighting for her life following a serious three-car crash in Dorset.
Alcohol stolen from Waitrose supermarket
NEARLY £400 worth of alcohol was shoplifted from a Waitrose supermarket.
‘Person in danger’ recovered from water in late-night rescue
A ‘person in danger’ was recovered from the water in a park in Poole during a late-night rescue.
Police called to crash between lorry and motorbike
Police have been called to a crash between a lorry and a motorbike near Wareham.
Dorset teacher wins prestigious award on BBC The One Show
A teacher from Ferndown was surprised by BBC’s The One Show, Roman Kemp, as secondary school teacher of the year.
Passengers take more bus journeys in the BCP area
Passengers took more bus journeys in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole last year, new figures show.
Where Dorset Council will be gritting tonight
Dorset Council have released the gritting schedules informing motorists for 2/12/24.
College students travel to Kenya on humanitarian mission
College students travelled to Kenya for building and repair projects to help children.
Medal collection sells for just shy of £230,000
When all the lots are sold in an auction it is known as a white glove sale.
Santa to tour Bournemouth on his sleigh - where to see him
Father Christmas and his elves will spread festive cheer across Bournemouth.
Dorset Police celebrates work of its officers, staff and public
Officers have been celebrated by Dorset Police at a recent awards ceremony.
Father Christmas opens his grotto at Boscombe's Sovereign Centre
Father Christmas has opened his grotto at Boscombe’s Sovereign Centre.
Students visit construction site
STUDENTS from Arnewood School were brought to a housing development in New Milton.
'Support your high street traders this Christmas'
Happy holidays, winterval, thoughtful giving. Let’s call it like it is (as Noddy Holder screams in Slade’s perennial hit song ) it's Christmas.
December Premium Bond winners have been announced - have you won £1 million?
National Savings and Investment have announced the December Premium Bond winners, see if you've won big.
'Don't punish the people that work and pay their way'
THIS Government has no moral compass, to withdraw winter fuel payments only saves a small amount of the countries funding, in 2023/24, the UK government raised around £1,095 billion (£1.1 trillion) in receipts – income from taxes and other sources.
Dolly Parton tribute to perform at Ringwood venue
A tribute to country legend Dolly Parton will take place at a venue in Ringwood.
More households in BCP apply for homelessness support
More households in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole applied for homelessness support last year, new figures show.
You could be due £170 TV Licence refund as licence fee cost set to rise again
The BBC TV Licence fee will rise to £174.50 from April until 2027, the Government has announced
Delight as UK's biggest bird of prey spotted again
The UK's largest bird of prey has been spotted by an 'eagle-eyed' photographer flying high above Lepe in the New Forest
Martin Lewis explains why you should never leave the heating on low all day
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert has revealed how to use your central heating this year.
What personal information will tourists in Spain have to share under new law?
A new travel law in Spain means that tourists will have to hand over personal information, which some are calling a 'Big Brother' move.
Nutritionist reveals 5 signs you could have a food intolerance without realising
A nutritionist ha shared five signs you could have a food intolerance without knowing, including experiencing migraines and tiredness.
Formula 1
What the teams said – Race day in Qatar
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the Lusail International Circuits at the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024...
‘Let’s see’ – Oakes expands on ‘discussions’ amid reports Ocon could be replaced by Doohan for Abu Dhabi GP
Alpine boss Oliver Oakes has opened up on reports that Esteban Ocon could make an early exit from the team, with speculation emerging that the Frenchman might be replaced by Jack Doohan in Abu Dhabi ahead of the Australian’s first full season on the grid in 2025.
Zhou opens up on ‘relief’ of scoring Kick Sauber’s first points of 2024 in Qatar after 'draining season'
After enduring a drought of 22 races without a single point, Kick Sauber finally finished in the top 10 at the hands of Zhou Guanyu at the Qatar Grand Prix as he crossed the line in eighth place for four points.
Hamilton vows to ‘get back up’ and give Mercedes farewell ‘best shot’ after extremely difficult Qatar race
Lewis Hamilton says he will “get back up and give it another shot next week” in the aftermath of a troublesome weekend for the Mercedes driver in Qatar.
Sainz left satisfied with recovery after Qatar puncture as Leclerc celebrates podium finish amid constructors' battle
Carlos Sainz managed to recover to score a strong points haul for Ferrari after suffering a detrimental puncture in the Qatar Grand Prix, crucially helping to keep the team in the battle for the constructors’ title.
FIA post-race press conference – Qatar
1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull), 2. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), 3. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
HIGHLIGHTS: Relive the action from a thrilling Qatar Grand Prix as Verstappen wins ahead of Leclerc and Piastri
Max Verstappen managed to emerge unscathed from the chaos of the Qatar Grand Prix, storming to victory ahead of Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri in a remarkably eventful race.
‘I’ve let them down’ – Norris apologises to McLaren as he offers explanation over incident that led to stop/go penalty
Lando Norris was left feeling that he had “let down” McLaren after a stop/go penalty in the Qatar Grand Prix saw him drop down the order, having gone from battling for the lead to trying to make gains from the back of the field.
FACTS AND STATS: Bottas no longer last in driver table after Kick Sauber’s best race of ‘24
It was action all the way in Qatar as Max Verstappen came through multiple race restarts to triumph for Red Bull. Arguably of more interest was what was happening behind him, as numerous names were generating some notable numbers for us to contemplate.
Russell bewildered by ‘flattering’ P4 finish in Qatar as he looks back on ‘funny’ weekend
Mercedes driver George Russell was left baffled after his seemingly disastrous Qatar Grand Prix saw him cross the line in fourth place, as he was unable to maximise his late promotion to pole position.
Verstappen delighted with Qatar GP victory as he praises team after rollercoaster weekend
Max Verstappen drove a masterful race around the Lusail International Circuit to win his first Grand Prix in dry conditions since June, avoiding the mayhem that unfolded around him to come out on top.
DRIVER OF THE DAY: Zhou gets your vote after securing Kick Sauber's first points of 2024
It's been a long time coming, but in Lusail Kick Sauber finally scored their first points of the season and Zhou Guanyu was the man who delivered.
Verstappen surges to victory ahead of Leclerc and Piastri in action-packed Qatar Grand Prix amid three Safety Cars
Max Verstappen has taken a masterful victory in a hugely eventful Qatar Grand Prix, a race that featured three Safety Car appearances, numerous incidents and a penalty for Lando Norris that dropped the Briton down the order after earlier battling for the lead.
‘That will be his decision’ – Horner says Perez ‘wise enough to come to his own conclusions’ over Red Bull future
Christian Horner has given his views on the future of Sergio Perez, hinting that the Mexican's future at Red Bull could be up to the driver himself.
Gasly ‘gave absolutely everything’ to secure Qatar top-five finish as Alpine's P6 hopes handed a boost
Pierre Gasly continued his spectacular form in the season’s final run of races with a fifth place finish in Qatar, giving Alpine a small lead over Haas in the tight battle for P6 in the constructors’ standings.
FIA explain key decisions during Qatar Grand Prix including Safety Car deployment and Norris’s penalty
The FIA have shared details of the reasoning behind some of the key decisions made during the Qatar Grand Prix, an eventful race that saw numerous penalties handed out – including a 10-second stop/go for Lando Norris – as well as three Safety Car deployments.
ANALYSIS: Why Alpine chose to release Ocon with one race left and give Doohan his debut in Abu Dhabi
Alpine’s line-up will look a little different this weekend, with news Jack Doohan will make his F1 race debut earlier than expected alongside Pierre Gasly with Esteban Ocon released a race early. But why?
Perez explains reasons behind his Qatar GP spin as promising start ended in retirement
Sergio Perez’s woes continued in Qatar, when he failed to see the chequered flag for the fourth time this season. It was an unfortunate end to what had seemed a more promising Grand Prix, with the Mexican having qualified in the top 10.
Piastri reflects on ‘painful’ Safety Car timing in Qatar as he prepares for constructors’ battle to ‘go down to the wire’
In a critical weekend for McLaren’s constructors’ title hopes, Oscar Piastri claimed the final podium spot at the Qatar Grand Prix to keep the team in the lead going into the season's final race.
Verstappen says he ‘lost all respect’ for Russell after stewards’ hearing in Qatar over qualifying incident
Max Verstappen has stated that he “lost all respect” for George Russell after the pair attended a stewards’ hearing following an incident between them in qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix which ultimately resulted in Verstappen receiving a one-place grid penalty.
MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: How the Qatar GP ended up being far better than damage limitation for Ferrari
Ferrari came into Qatar strongly suspecting that this would be one its less competitive races of the season.
Alpine confirm Doohan to race in Abu Dhabi as Ocon is released
Alpine have confirmed that Jack Doohan will make his F1 race debut a little earlier than expected in the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with the squad releasing Esteban Ocon in a deal that allows the Frenchman to participate in the post-season test for new team Haas.
Windows Central
These ANC headphones are so good they almost made me think I was alone on a plane — Now they're on sale for Cyber Monday
My favorite ANC headphones block out the world beautifully and they're on sale for Cyber Monday.
Instead of trading up for a new Steam Deck or ROG Ally X, you should consider upgrading your current handheld's SSD — It's a lot cheaper thanks to these Cyber Monday deals
Instead of upgrading to a new gaming handheld, you might be able to save money by upgrading the SSD with this Cyber Monday deal.
Late as I was checking out the best Cyber Monday streaming deals? Don't worry, I've got your back (just in time, too)
I was admittedly late to look into some of the best Cyber Monday deals on streaming services, but I've collected all the most tempting offers for like-minded people.
Right now for Cyber Monday, you can get one of our favorite mini PCs for under $200 — Yes, really
Thanks to a Cyber Monday mini PC deal going on now, you can get the Geekom Air12 Lite for less than $200 while the sale lasts.
The one gaming handheld I recommend above all others beat its Black Friday record with a new lowest price ever... Sort of
One of the highlights of Black Friday and Cyber Monday have been record-breaking ASUS ROG Ally deals, and the best price just got a little lower, at least in one sense.
RED ALERT: For 11 hours, HP has an Intel laptop with 32GB of RAM for $495, which is $2,000 off its regular price 🫨 (Updated!)
The HP EliteBook 845 (G10) drops from $2,500 to just $495, but only for a few hours.
I can't believe you can already get a Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PC for under $500 on Cyber Monday — this deal is so good I'm angry I can't get one!
Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale has this absolutely crazy discount on an ASUS Copilot+ PC, knocking a whopping $400 off the asking price.
250W of power, six ports, AI, and a clock? This USB-C charger makes your current plug look like a potato.
The Anker Prime Charger has 250W of total power output and can charge a device with 140W of output from a single port. You can save $60 on the charger right now for Cyber Monday.
I just found your next Windows computer — $450 off "the best Surface Pro ever" with a free keyboard included!
Surface Pro 11 with a bundled keyboard accessory for just $899? Don't pass it up.
The best gaming monitor deal on Cyber Monday is already 55% claimed; act now to land 4K@144Hz on the cheap
HP's OMEN 27k received high marks in our review, all thanks to the attractive 4K@144Hz specs. Its KVM switch also makes it a top option for a hybrid lifestyle.
Today's your last chance to get your hands on one of HyperX's most budget-friendly gaming headsets for less than $40 with this Cyber Monday deal at HP
HyperX's Cloud 2 gaming headset has just had its MSRP cut in half at HP with this exclusive Cyber Monday deal that will only last until the end of today.
You have less than 4 hours to act: HP's top-tier OLED laptop drops to $749
HP's Spectre x360 14 was one of the highest-rated laptops of the year, and a rather impressive model with OLED display is down to $749. The flash sale ends in just a few hours, so don't wait too long.
Anyone can have a custom Bluesky handle with a little work, and you can get your own domain for under a dollar a year during Cyber Monday
Take advantage of this Cyber Monday deal at Namecheap and grab a custom domain to use as a Bluesky handle.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's launch trailer promises adventure and danger across Xbox and PC
The launch trailer for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is here, giving one last pre-launch look at the adventure players can take on Xbox and PC soon.
This Windows all-in-one beats the iMac, with 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD for less than $800 this Cyber Monday — but you better hurry!
24-inch display, Intel Core i7, 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD for $764 for Cyber Monday is a great deal if you're looking for an all-in-one
This 240Hz OLED gaming monitor is the single best upgrade you'll make on Cyber Monday
OLED monitors are the best upgrade a PC gamer can make, and this MSI QD-OLED option is down to $499 on Cyber Monday. Hard to say no to that, but I've included a couple of awesome OLED alternatives.
Intel's CEO just retired and the company's stock is already up by 5%
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger just announced his retirement. Gelsinger was a 30-year Intel veteran when he rejoined the company as CEO in 2021 but has overseen a tumultuous time for the tech giant.
Black Friday is out, Cyber Monday is in with this mega -39% discount for my all-time favorite Xbox controller, and you've only got one day to claim it
Cyber Monday is in full-swing and it has allowed Amazon to vender the Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma, one of our favorite Xbox controllers, for a whoppingly huge 39% discount.
This Cyber Monday Xbox Series X deal goes brrr — with your last chance to grab it at an even LOWER price while stocks last!
Lenovo's exclusive discount code makes this the best Xbox Series X 1TB deal for the White edition.
Laffgaff
What is the scientific term for trees that lose their leaves in winter?
Deciduous.
Black And White Stripes
A friend of mine keeps trying to paint black and white stripes on my back. I wish he'd stop badgering me.
Itsfoss
5 Privacy-Focused Notion Alternatives That I Tried!
Looking to replace Notion with some open source and privacy-friendly solutions on Linux? I tried a few alternatives and here's what I think of them.