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Biden and Trump lead tributes to 'extraordinary' Jimmy Carter after he dies aged 100
Former US President and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jimmy Carter died at the age of 100 at his home in Georgia.
Watch: A look back at ex-US president Jimmy Carter's life
The Democrat from Georgia, who left office in 1981, lived longer than any other former US president.
The peanut farmer who rose to US president and Nobel prize winner
The US president struggled in the White House and served just one term, but later won a Nobel Peace prize.
South Korea orders safety probe of its entire airline system after deadly crash
His order comes as another Jeju Air flight made a U-turn to Seoul due to a landing-gear issue.
'It's unbearable': Families mourn after South Korea plane crash
The South Korean tragedy has left the loved ones of victims searching for answers.
Tougher rules to restrict new waste incinerators
Tougher regulations unveiled for new energy from waste incinerators which may limit future plants
Joe Biden pays tribute to predecessor and 'dear friend'
Biden praises Carter as "someone who embodied the most fundamental human values".
Life in pictures: The 39th president
A look back at the life of the 39th US president.
Watch the moment he was sworn in as president in 1977
On 20 January 1977, Jimmy Carter took his presidential oath to become the 39th president of the United States.
GTA 6, Nintendo's new console and what else to watch out for in 2025 gaming
Two big releases will dominate the industry next year, but they're not the only games in town.
The Papers: School 'defects' check ordered and 'young adults too ill to work'
Monday's headlines include checks ordered on school buildings and young adults being too ill to work.
'My autistic sons have taught me so much'
James Hunt says he will never regret becoming a full-time carer to his two autistic sons.
Barbados fishing industry still reeling from hurricane aftermath
Hurricane Beryl lashed the island in July, devastating much of its fishing fleet.
Did a bird strike really cause S Korea plane crash? What we know so far
Officials are investigating the cause of the deadliest aircraft crash in South Korean history, which killed 179 people.
'I used maternity leave to launch my mug business'
A businesswoman, whose mugs have been shared by Mollie-Mae, says "mum-guilt" is her biggest challenge.
Rebel Wilson marries Ramona Agruma in Sydney ceremony
The couple held a service in Sardinia in September and have now made it official in Wilson's hometown.
Tourist killed in shark attack off Egyptian coast
Egypt's environment ministry says the attack occurred in "deep waters outside of the designated swimming area".
Fog causes flight delays at Gatwick Airport for a third day
Gatwick Airport says it has "temporary" restrictions in place due to the fog with "delays" expected.
Lost city found by accident and a fly's brain mapped: 2024's scientific wins
Moments to celebrate included a solar eclipse seen by millions and a lost city discovered by accident.
Community in shock after father and son killed in crash
Peter and Loughlin Devlin died following the crash outside the village of Killylea in County Armagh.
Dame Deborah would be 'thrilled' at fund's use
Her father says she would be thrilled about the impact that's been made by her campaigning.
Russia and Ukraine exchange hundreds of prisoners of war
Moscow said 150 Russians were released while Zelensky said 189 Ukrainians had returned home.
Gisèle Pelicot rape case: 17 men appeal against convictions
More could follow before the window to lodge appeals closes at midnight on 30 December.
Five charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
The One Direction star died in October after falling from a third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires.
Replacement 'green' ferry emits more CO2 than old diesel ship
One transport expert tells the BBC it might be better to run the new CalMac ferry on diesel.
Jewellery worth £10m stolen from north London home
The stolen items include two De Beers butterfly diamond rings and a Van Cleef diamond necklace.
Briton, 18, hands himself in to Dubai jail over sex with girl, 17
Londoner Marcus Fakana was arrested after a romance with a British girl, 17, on holiday in Dubai.
Trinidad and Tobago declares emergency as murders soar
The country has one of the highest homicide rates in the region, with more than 620 killed this year.
Parents of teenage Belgrade school shooter jailed
Vladimir Kecmanoviæ and Miljana Kecmanoviæ will serve jail terms of 14 and three years respectively.
Baby sling danger warning after child's death
Six-week-old James Alderman died after he was breastfed within a baby sling worn by his mother.
What is happening at the scene of the plane crash in South Korea?
The BBC's Asia correspondent visited the scene, where investigators are sifting through the fuselage.
Could a bird strike be the cause?
Moments before the plane crash landed, air traffic control issued a warning about bird activity.
Video captures moments before disaster
The Jeju Air flight landing at Muan Airport had 181 passengers on board when it crashed off the runway.
Problems that plagued Carter have also troubled Biden
From Afghanistan to climate change, Carter's presidency charted the course for future US presidents.
After three years of fighting, can Ukraine face another year of war?
Many of its soldiers are tired and exhausted after three years of fighting. The question – can the country endure another year of war?
The driver who 'jumped' his bus over the Tower Bridge gap
Albert Gunter was driving a bus over Tower Bridge when it opened - what split-second decision did he make?
Chess champion to rejoin competition after jeans dispute resolved
The world champion quit the tournament on Friday after being told he had breached the dress code.
Dozens die in Ethiopia after lorry with wedding guests falls into river
It is thought the truck, which was reportedly carrying several wedding guests, was overloaded.
Mum of man missing in Sardinia 'living in limbo'
Cristina Pittalis is urging a British woman from Jersey to come forward over her missing son.
Wonder Woman actress tells of 'terrifying' blood clot during pregnancy
Gadot says youngest daughter born during emergency surgery after blood clot found in actress's brain.
Birmingham Six member Paddy Hill dies aged 80
Paddy Hill was one of six men wrongly convicted of the 1974 Birmingham pub bombings.
Four killed as tornadoes rip through southern US
Dozens of tornadoes also cause extensive property damage and leave tens of thousands without power.
Cliff collapse blocks beach on Jurassic Coast
The beach between West Bay and Freshwater is blocked following the cliff collapse.
Bournemouth Echo
Motorists 'have had enough' with 'unused' cycle lanes, roadworks and traffic
Motorists who have had enough with BCP Council’s approach to the road network are looking to drive change.
Will there be any fireworks display to bring in the new year in BCP?
Fireworks will not be organised by BCP Council to bring in the new year, it has been confirmed.
Two Wetherspoon pubs on the market
Two Wetherspoon pubs remain on the market.
WHSmith closing date confirmed amid 50 per cent off sale
Stationery and bookshop WHSmith will close one of its remaining Bournemouth branches early next year, it has been confirmed.
'When an area is cared for by the community, anti-social behaviour often reduces'
Residents came together with their councillor in a community cleanup initiative to make the Portchester Place greener and cleaner.
Coroner's concern over lack of laws around drinking on pleasure boats
A coroner has raised concerns about the lack of legislation around drinking on pleasure boats following the death of David Haw.
Dorset hospital trust earns £1.1m from parking charges
New figures show that the Dorset University Hospitals Trust made more than £1 million in car parking charges in 2023-24.
Redundancies not ruled out for next year by Bournemouth University
Redundancies at Bournemouth University (BU) have not been ruled out by officials.
Classic Jeep to be sold for air ambulance charity
A classic military Jeep will be auctioned off with proceeds of the sale going to charity.
All you need to know on school holiday and term dates for 2025
HERE'S a round up of term dates and holidays for school within BCP.
20 roadworks taking place across BCP this week
The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:
Bournemouth developer calls on more bungalows to be built
The chief executive of a Bournemouth developer is calling on the government to “urgently” look at demand for bungalows and retirement communities to meet the needs of an ageing population.
Sandbanks care home shortlisted for national architectural design award
A new care home in Sandbanks has been named a finalist for a prestigious national award celebrating its architectural design.
Time warp to Bournemouth to see a popular musical
The Rocky Horror Show is taking to the stage at the Bournemouth Pavilion.
Victorian steam locomotive to 'whistle off' during national celebrations
New Year’s Day will see dedicated Swanage Railway volunteers take part in a national ‘whistle off’ at the start of Railway 200 celebrations marking two hundred years of railway development – and inspiring a new generation of young people to become involved with railways.
Council slams government over lack of funding and stopping rural cash grant
Dorset Council has slammed the government for 'failing' to address the cost and demand pressures for statutory services
Landlords could save council money
Landlords willing to work with Dorset Council could save the authority up to 15 per cent on rental costs currently swallowed up in agent management fees.
Nursery and infant school celebrate its latest Ofsted result
A Ringwood infant school and nursery is 'proud to announce' its latest Ofsted rating.
Thousands of houses to be built in Dorset — as Labour reviews housebuilding targets
Labour is aiming to build thousands of houses in Dorset, new figures show.
Wetherspoon January sales at 7 Dorset pubs includes 99p pints
Seven Wetherspoons will be participating in a January sale – where a pint of Worthington’s beer is just 99p.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole house prices increasing slightly
House prices in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole increased slightly in October, new figures show.
'When will rest of Durley Chine hub be used?'
I read about the council's plans to refurbish the pier with £9 million from the government levelling up budget.
'My solution to sand blowing across beach'
I read with interest Robert Hairsine’s letter (Echo, 17th December) regarding the problem of sand blowing off Bournemouth beach.
Man slapped dog walker in face after animal ‘charged’ at her
A MAN slapped a dog walker in the face after his animal ‘charged’ at her, it was reported.
Tobacco and scratch cards stolen from convenience store
Police are keen to speak with four men in connection with several shoplifting incidents reported at the Central store on Southampton Road, Ringwood.
Police hunt after window to bike shop smashed late at night
POLICE are appealing for information after the window to a bike shop was smashed in the middle of the night.
Huge landslip sees tonnes of rocks fall at West Bay
A massive rock fall has seen tonnes of rock pour onto the beach at West Bay
Man charged with multiple offences following incident on Christmas Eve
Four police cars were seen on blue lights entering a petrol station near Corfe Mullen on Christmas Eve.
Teens hit man with his own walking stick and leave him injured
An elderly man had his walking stick taken from him and hit with it by teenagers after an attempted robbery in Dorchester
Poole Quay New Year's Day bathtub race cancelled
Poole’s beloved and quirky New Year’s tradition, featuring bathtubs and handmade boats racing along the Quay, has been cancelled this year.
Formula 1
From team mate spats to a Safety Car drought – 10 moments you might have forgotten from the 2024 season
To say that the 2024 season has been action-packed would be something of an understatement; from huge news stories breaking off the track to some increasingly close battles on it, there were plenty of talking points throughout the year. With so much going on, it’s easy to forget some of the events that happened during the 24-race campaign – but fear not, we have rounded up a few big moments that you might have forgotten from 2024, including intra-team fallouts, an unusual item left on a car and the Safety Car’s long absence…
Windows Central
Microsoft's Windows dark mode has been embarrassingly incomplete for nearly a decade
It's been almost 10 years since Windows gained a dark mode, and it's still broken and incomplete in the latest version of Windows 11.
This is EVERYTHING Microsoft killed in 2024 — from handy apps to failed devices
Every year, Microsoft deprecates, removes, and kills various apps, services, and devices. Here's what hit the chopping block in 2024.
It's honestly tough for me to believe this 27-inch Mini LED gaming monitor costs less than $400
The Xiaomi G Pro 27i is a 27-inch, 180Hz, 1440p, Quantum Dot Mini LED gaming monitor that costs less than $400, and it's an incredible overall value.
Laffgaff
Which two countries signed the Treaty of Ghent in 1814?
The United States and Great Britain.
Sleeping Mask
I've lost my sleeping mask. I'm not going to rest until I find it.
Itsfoss
Rediscovering Plan9 from Bell Labs
An OS that was developed by the likes of Rob Pike, Ken Thompson, Brian Kernighan, Bjarne Stroustrup and yet it did not achieve the success.