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A dam ignited rare Tibetan protests. They ended in beatings and arrests, BBC finds
Through sources and footage, the BBC pieces together how China cracked down on the protests.
Woman dies after being set on fire on NYC subway
Police say the victim was set alight while sleeping on a train in Brooklyn on Sunday morning.
The France rape trial throws up a difficult question about porn fantasies - and male desire
Are extreme fantasies about dominating women that were once just that - fantasies - now becoming more normalised in reality too?
Doctors issue safety warning over water bead Christmas gifts for children
The Royal College of Emergency Medicine issues a "safety flash" about the dangers to children.
Wallace & Gromit without Peter Sallis is 'emotional' says Nick Park
The popular pair's new animation is the first feature that doesn't Sallis's voice, in a story that the return of an old foe.
Trump threatens to try and regain control of Panama Canal
It prompts a sharp rebuke from Panama's president, who says "every square metre" of the canal belongs to his country.
Heroism attributed to murder suspect Mangione alarming, says homeland security secretary
The US Homeland Security Secretary says rhetoric about the murder suspect is concerning.
Slovak PM meets Putin in surprise Moscow visit
Robert Fico said he and the Russian leader discussed "the possibilities of an early, peaceful end of the war" in Ukraine.
Belfast City Airport shut after emergency during landing
Pictures appear to the show a plane with its nose touching the runway after a wheel collapse.
Rome to regulate Trevi Fountain crowds after restoration
The landmark has been given a spruce-up ahead of the Roman Catholic Church's jubilee, which begins on Tuesday.
Women's groups praise 'brave' Southport instructor
Leanne Lucas is praised for speaking at a vigil which remembered female victims of male violence.
The Papers: Mandelson seeks Farage 'help' with Trump and 'not over' for Fury
Monday's front pages include a stories on the economy and a possible Mandelson-Farage link up.
Licence to film: The unseen home videos of Bond star Sir Roger Moore
Never-before-seen home video footage, filmed by Sir Roger Moore, is revealed in a new BBC documentary.
How a commander's defection led to a massacre in Sudan
Videos reviewed by BBC Verify show men wearing RSF insignia boasting of killing locals in Al Sherifa.
A man's suicide leads to clamour around India's dowry law
Atul Subhash's death has galvanised men's rights activists and started a debate around India's dowry law.
Syria's minorities seek security as country charts new future
After the fall of Assad, many are apprehensive about how Syria will next be ruled.
'Very chill': The changing face of working men's clubs
One of the oldest in the UK has dropped "working men" from its name in a bid to attract new members.
When TikTok's underconsumption trend meets festive excess
'Underconsumption core' encourages users to buy less and make the most of what they have.
'My surgeon saved my smile with new hologram technology'
Susannah Morgan was warned surgery to remove a benign tumour could leave her with a crooked smile.
44 crates - lost for decades - were unsealed. Inside was a fair dreamed up by art legends
Carnival attractions created by artists Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat and David Hockney are now on display in New York.
Private plane crash in Brazil kills pilot and his family
The plane fell minutes after take-off, hitting an urban area in Rio Grande do Sul and injuring 17 people.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murdering healthcare CEO
The 26-year-old suspect is facing separate federal charges that could lead to a death sentence.
UK economy had zero growth between July and September
The downward revision will be a blow to Labour which has made boosting the economy its top priority.
Mauritius says talks with UK over Chagos Islands are stuck over money
The deputy PM said the UK was "quibbling" over the sum to be handed over to Mauritius.
Kremlin denies reports Assad's wife has filed for divorce
Following reports in Turkish media, a Kremlin spokesman denies Asma al-Assad wants to divorce her husband and leave Russia.
King's Christmas message to come from ornate former hospital chapel
This year's royal Christmas message will be delivered from the Fitzrovia Chapel in central London.
Some Morrisons shops back to normal after discount 'nightmare'
The supermarket has been advertising cheap deals, including 10p vegetables, ahead of Christmas.
Biden drops death sentences for 37 out of 40 prisoners
The president condemns the murderers but says the death penalty at federal level "must stop".
Hollywood stars support Blake Lively over legal complaint
Lively's co-stars from 2005 film The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants say they "stand with her".
Japanese car makers Honda and Nissan join forces to take on China
The firms want to strengthen their offerings in the face of Chinese competition in the electric vehicle sector.
The TV highlights to look out for over Christmas
You've heard about Wallace & Gromit and Gavin & Stacey, but there are plenty of other festive treats.
German Christmas market attack offers far-right fertile ground despite suspect's support
There is deep sadness in the city - and also anger directed at the government and migrants.
'It's pure beauty' - Italy's largest medieval mosaics restored
The mosaics in Monreale cathedral, in Sicily, span over 6,400 sq m and contain 2.2 kilos of solid gold.
France rape trial throws up difficult questions about porn fantasies - and male desire
Are extreme fantasies about dominating women that were once just that - fantasies - now becoming more normalised in reality too?
'I was raped by Assad's thugs – but I'm no longer afraid to show my face'
Fergal Keane speaks to two Syrian refugees he met at the height of the migrant crisis in 2015.
Cheeeeese... meet the man behind Wallace's new voice
The popular pair's new animation is the first feature that doesn't Sallis's voice, in a story that the return of an old foe.
Ex-Israeli agents reveal how pager attacks were carried out in Lebanon
Devices rigged with explosives killed and wounded thousands of people in Lebanon.
Trump threatens to try to regain control of Panama Canal
It prompts a sharp rebuke from Panama's president, who says "every square metre" of the canal belongs to his country.
Watch: BBC reporter returns to childhood home destroyed in Syria civil war
Feras Killani grew up in Yarmouk in Damascus, which saw brutal fighting between rebel and government forces.
Pilot killed in light aircraft crash near airport
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch is investigating the incident where a 50-year-old man died.
BBC apologises after abortion trial collapse
The BBC apologises over its reporting of a trial of a woman accused of illegally aborting her baby.
Cadbury loses royal warrant after 170 years
The British chocolate maker says it is disappointed to be stripped of the endorsement.
Bournemouth Echo
Sunseeker under fire over 'slap in the face' temporary layoffs
MP NEIL Duncan-Jordan is to write to the business secretary over Sunseeker’s temporary layoffs of its workforce.
A night on patrol with the Dorset Police traffic enforcement team
Operation Limit is a national policing operation created to target drunk and drug driving.
How a criminology student tried to get away with murder
A criminology student who travelled from London to Bournemouth to stab two women in a senseless and random attack – how a student tried to get away with murder.
Family decorate their house for Christmas to honour late son
A family in Bournemouth has decorated their house for Christmas to honour their son who sadly passed away.
In The Dock: Man stole Range Rover and caused thousands of pounds of damage
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
'It has been a pleasure knowing you all and forming many wonderful friendships'
The company took passengers across England and overseas to locations such as the Cotswolds, Isle of Wight, and Oxford.
Concerns over "crazy" plans for church to use house for meetings
CHURCH use of a large, detached house for a meeting room and residential apartment is being requested for a property at Horton Road, Ashley Heath.
Bournemouth café to open on Christmas Day for fourth year
A Bournemouth café is opening its doors yet again on Christmas Day this year.
19 roadworks taking place across the BCP area this week
The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:
Poole street found to be most expensive to buy a home on in the south west
Brudenell Avenue in Poole was found to be the most expensive street to buy a home on in the South West of England according to analysis from Lloyds
Would you pay more money for policing next year?
COUNCIL taxpayers are being asked for their views on paying an extra £1.17 per month for their policing.
Concerns raised over home-schooling visits in Dorset after Sara Sharif's murder
Dorset Council says “a high percentage” of families educating children at home are visited by officials – although it has no formal register for home educators.
Significant reduction of children staying in B&Bs this Christmas
The number of children who will be living in bed and breakfasts in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole this Christmas has been slashed by 90 per cent year-on-year.
A day in parliament: behind the scenes with a Bournemouth MP
What really happens behind the grand doors of Westminster?
Bournemouth University researchers investigate 'major lunar standstill'
A 'Major lunar standstill' happens when the moon's position can be viewed in the northernmost and southernmost positions.
Pharmacies offer discreet help for domestic abuse victims
Trained staff will respond confidentially, offering immediate support or connecting victims to specialised services.
Scientists develop 'self-healing' plastic that could reduce waste
A research team led by Bournemouth University added specially developed nanomaterials to plastic samples.
NHS urges Brits to watch for symptoms of fatal condition as cases hit record levels
The NHS has urged people to look for symptoms of dementia this Christmas after data revealed more people than ever have been diagnosed with the condition.
Emergency doctors warn parents about 'deadly' children's Christmas toys
Some toys contain water beads, coin batteries, button batteries or magnets which can prove deadly to children and vulnerable adults if swallowed.
Formula 1
THE PALMERS: Jolyon Palmer picks his stand-out performers, best race and biggest surprise from the 2024 season
The 2024 Formula 1 season will go down as one of the most thrilling and entertaining in the sport’s long and rich history. Former Renault F1 driver Jolyon Palmer was there every step of the way to call the action for F1 TV, and now the dust has settled, he’s picked out his best performers and performances from the season.
SECRET SANTA: Watch to see what the F1 drivers gave each other for Christmas
END OF YEAR REPORT: Ferrari – A ‘huge step forward’ in a successful season, but can they improve further in 2025?
The 2024 season certainly marked a significant improvement for Ferrari, having scored their highest number of victories since 2018 as well as launching a serious bid for the constructors’ championship. While they missed out on that particular accolade to McLaren, the Scuderia can take several positives from their campaign ahead of what will be a fascinating year in 2025, given the impending arrival of a certain seven-time world champion. Here is the end of year report for the Italian outfit…
Horner opens up on Perez’s exit from Red Bull as he says it was Mexican’s decision to ‘take time out’
Christian Horner has given a further insight into Sergio Perez’s exit from Red Bull, with the team boss stating that the Mexican came to the decision to step away himself as he takes time to reflect on his next steps.
Windows Central
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 developers reveal massive plans for 2025
New content for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and next-gen versions of the originals are on their way.
Copilot+ PCs made a dramatic entrance in 2024, and their sales fell flat. But why?
Copilot+ PCs had a disastrous launch and did not meet sales expectations, but are they a bust?
Microsoft Edge users held over 10 billion chats with Copilot in 2024
Microsoft Edge's Year in Review shares how the browser helped save time on the web and how it protected users from a range of threats.
AMD leaks reveal an RX 9070 XT as the RDNA 4 flagship GPU — but have we already been looking at this for weeks?
As we roll into CES 2025, there have been many major leaks and rumors surrounding NVIDIA's next-gen RTX 5000 graphics cards. Now, it's AMD's time to grab some of the spotlight with its next-gen GPUs.
Xbox, here are 5 things I want from you for Christmas
I love my Xbox, but like everything else, it ain't perfect. What if Santa could bring you something special for Xbox this year?
Former Google lead says we should "seriously think" about pulling the plug on AI once it starts self-improving: "It’s going to be very difficult to maintain that balance"
Google CEO Eric Schmidt says we should pull the plug on self-improving AI because it will be difficult to maintain balance.
Laffgaff
Who was queen regnant and pharaoh of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt from 51 to 30 BC?
Cleopatra.
Not Voice Activated
My car is not voice activated. It goes without saying.
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Going Retro With AGC: Smart Computer That Powered Apollo Missions in the 60s
The computer that made the Apollo missions possible.
5 Local AI Tools to Interact With PDF and Documents
Interact with your documents but in private with these local AI tools.