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2024 first year to pass 1.5C global warming limit
Last year was the world's warmest on record, bringing temperatures above a politically symbolic milestone.
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to halt hush-money case sentencing
Trump had launched a last-minute appeal at the US Supreme Court ahead of Friday's sentencing hearing.
Reeves heads to China as pressure continues over market trouble
The three day-visit has been criticised by Conservatives who claim she should have cancelled the trip.
Violent protests in China after student falls to his death
Protesters and police clash after a boy is found dead at his school dormitory.
Police search for missing sisters last seen three days ago
Eliza and Henrietta Huszti were last seen together on CCTV in Aberdeen in the early hours of Tuesday.
Inside the UK's first legal drug consumption room
The Thistle will open its doors next week after nearly a decade of deadlock over drug laws.
Boeing and Google give $1m each to Trump's inauguration
The major US businesses donating to the fund also includes energy firm Chevron and tech giants Meta, Amazon and Uber.
Price of resale tickets to be capped under plans to tackle touts
The government is suggesting a cap on the cost of resold tickets, potentially up to 30% on top of the original price.
BBC goes inside hospital battling unprecedented winter pressures
As pressures on the NHS bite, doctors are facing terrible decisions about who should get a bed.
Residents return to burned homes as LA fires rage on
Families are assessing the damage to their properties and communities as some of the fires are 0% contained.
Spent cartridges found amongst fire wreckage in Los Angeles
The BBC sees bullets strewn over the streets while touring the fire damage in Los Angeles.
'Like a warzone': LA residents describe fleeing fire
People at an evacuation centre describe fleeing their homes as flames engulfed their streets.
Wildfires among costliest in US history
Analysts estimate economic losses at more than $135bn as the fires burn through some of the most expensive property in the US.
BBC reporter assesses destruction on fire-ravaged street
At least five people have died as a result of the Eaton fire as the blaze remains 0% contained, officials say.
Before and after: How wildfires tore through LA
Homes, businesses and schools were damaged or destroyed in wildfires that struck Los Angeles county.
Pop star Chappell Roan wins BBC Sound Of 2025
The singer, who was one of the breakout stars of 2024, is tipped for even bigger things this year.
The Papers: 'Lost Angeles' and 'Musk seeks plan to oust Starmer'
Friday's headlines include more reports of devastation in Los Angeles due to wildfires.
'I paid fake doctor thousands for fillers - now I look like a gargoyle'
Cosmetics clinic says it has "totally reviewed all procedures" since treating Andrea.
Weekly quiz: Who joined Demi as a big winner at the Golden Globes?
How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?
The 20 child abuse inquiry proposals - what has happened so far?
A seven-year inquiry into the sexual abuse of children was published in 2022 - what has happened since?
Watch: The moment five US presidents gather at Jimmy Carter's funeral
US Presidents Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Barack Obama, George W Bush and Bill Clinton sat in the front pews.
Michael Sheen to fund new national theatre for Wales
The actor says he is putting everything behind starting Welsh National Theatre.
Musk interviews German far-right frontwoman
The world's richest man takes his endorsement of Germany's far-right party to a new level.
Watch: Australia arson suspect mistakenly sets own trousers alight
Footage released by police shows the suspect stripping off their burning clothes and fleeing.
TikTok to make final plea at Supreme Court against US ban
TikTok is hoping to win a challenge against law that would see it banned from the US this month.
9/11 guilty pleas delayed after US government objects
The justice department argued it would cause irreparable harm if Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants' pleas were accepted.
Danes struggle with response to Trump Greenland threat
Copenhagen's grey winter skies match the mood among politicians and business leaders in the face of a crisis.
UK has enough gas, says network after storage warning
Experts say the UK has enough gas after Centrica said storage levels are "concerningly low".
Bride's fury after Instagram stunt wedding turns out to be real
The woman got married to her partner as she believed it would boost his social media following.
Ros Atkins on... 24 hours on Elon Musk's X timeline
The BBC's Analysis editor, Ros Atkins, investigates Elon Musk's recent posts on X about grooming gangs - and looks at how one day unfolded on his timeline.
Met officer sacked over racist and sexist messages
Insp Charles Ehikioya's messages amount to gross misconduct, a panel finds.
US announces $25m reward for arrest of Venezuela's Maduro
The increased reward was announced on the day Maduro was sworn in for a third six-year term as president.
Two more lynx spotted in the Highlands, a day after others recaptured
The sighting follows the capture of two lynx in the same area on Thursday.
Watch: How three days of devastation unfolded
Multiple fires are still burning in LA as authorities warn fierce winds threaten more destruction.
What's the latest on the wildfires and what caused them?
Everything you need to know about the blazes that have forced thousands to leave their homes.
Fire evacuation alert sent to millions in error
As many as 10 million residents of LA county may have received the text message warning them to get ready to flee.
The '9/11 mastermind' wants to plead guilty. Why is the US trying to stop him?
The accused mastermind of the 9/11 terror attacks will no longer plead guilty on Friday, after the US government objected.
Danes struggle with response to Trump Greenland threat
Copenhagen's grey winter skies match the mood among politicians and business leaders in the face of a crisis.
2024 first year to pass 1.5C global warming limit
Last year was the world's warmest on record, bringing temperatures above a politically symbolic milestone.
UK security officials monitor Elon Musk's posts
A Home Office team is tracking the reach and impact of posts by the tech mogul and others for security risks.
Reeves faces 'difficult decisions' on tax and spending
The warning from a former Bank of England official comes in the wake of rising UK borrowing costs.
Minister rejects Burnham's call for grooming inquiry
The Conservatives and Reform UK are both demanding a fresh national investigation into the issue.
Alec Baldwin sues prosecutors in Rust trial
The US actor files a lawsuit against those involved in pursuing criminal charges against him.
Bournemouth Echo
Bournemouth town centre post office set to close next week
WH Smiths is closing its store on Old Christchurch Road on January 1.
'Bournemouth is going downhill - we don't have options here'
Residents in Bournemouth expressed their concerns as another store in town centre is shutting down.
Bournemouth road closed to improve its safety
A ROAD in Bournemouth will be closed for several weeks to make it ‘safer for pedestrians.’ Warwick Road in Boscombe is closed to the public, as part of the council’s Safer Roads plan.
Fake vapes and thousands of pounds seized in daylight operation
Two businesses were targeted by officers after intelligence suggested they were selling counterfeit goods such as illicit sales of vapes and tobacco.
Call 999 "immediately" if you see this wanted man
A further appeal has been issued by Dorset Police to locate a wanted man from Poole.
Car gutted by flames after blaze at petrol station
A car caught on fire and was destroyed at a petrol station in Blashford near the New Forest
Apres-ski themed nightclub in Bournemouth set to open
Neo’s Hospitality is set to open Barbara’s Bier Haus, a new après-ski-inspired party bar, in Bournemouth at the end of March.
Stuntman battles Tom Hardy in latest venom film
A man from Bournemouth had the opportunity to fight Tom Hardy in the latest Venom film.
Couple lose battle to retain 'stark' fence built without consent
A couple have lost their battle to retain a 1.5m high boundary fence that was built without planning permission.
Calls for action after 'criminal' incidents at Poole bus station
Poole MP Neil Duncan-Jordan is "concerned" about the recent incidents that have been taking place at Poole bus station.
Millions of train tickets to be discounted next week in sale - How it works
The Department for Transport (DfT) have announced a huge train ticket sale starting next week, see how it works.
Community upset over damage to nativity display in Southbourne
The community in Southbourne has rallied together after a nativity display was vandalised.
Dorset Council to streamline services and reduce staff to tackle financial pressures
DORSET council needs to ‘streamline’ with ‘fewer staff’ in order to meet the financial demands of balancing its budget.
'Funding formula is unfair for Dorset Police'
As Dorset’s Police and Crime Commissioner, I am currently asking the residents of Dorset to take part in the annual Precept Survey on the policing part of council tax.
'Ridiculous' crossing issue set for ministerial meeting
On Thursday, January 9, Ms Slade raised the issue in Parliament and secured a commitment for a meeting with the rail minister.
Hundreds of hospital staff off sick over Christmas week
Hundreds of staff at the Dorset University Hospitals Trust were off sick during Christmas week, new figures show.
Bournemouth protest joins worldwide call for freedom in Venezuela
Yesterday’s global rallies took place in over 500 cities, including Bournemouth, aligning with González’s symbolic inauguration in the Dominican Republic.
Businesses urged to review waste collections ahead of new rules
Dorset businesses and organisations are being urged to check their waste collections.
Job vacancies and salaries plummet in the South of England
The report highlights a marked reduction in both permanent and temporary hires, exacerbated by the Autumn Budget and proposed changes to employer labour costs.
Warning to Dorset firms over COVID loan repayment
"The average length of director disqualifications is going up significantly and is now 9.3 years, compared to 7.4 years only two years ago."
What is HMPV and should we be worried about it? Plus symptoms and how it spreads
Following a surge in cases overseas, find out more about HMPV including symptoms, how it spreads, UK cases and should we be worried.
Energy bill warning as thousands of households required help last year
Citizens Advice said the figure was an increase of almost 20% on 2023 and double the number of 2020.
Formula 1
General Motors announce formation of new power units company for Cadillac F1 project
General Motors and TWG Motorsports have announced for formation of a new company that will build powertrains for the Cadillac F1 project, the team that could potentially join the grid in 2026.
Everything you need to know about the 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
The 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship is returning this month as all 10 F1 teams prepare to do battle on the virtual stage.
All the 2025 F1 driver numbers confirmed in full
With the 2025 season creeping ever closer, the driver numbers have been confirmed for what is sure to be another exhilarating campaign of Formula 1 action.
Andy Cowell becomes Team Principal at Aston Martin as Mike Krack moves to new role in restructure
Aston Martin have announced that Andy Cowell will assume the role of Team Principal alongside his position as CEO with immediate effect, with Mike Krack moving to the position of Chief Trackside Officer as part of an organisational restructure.
Windows Central
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 gets better as Treyarch reverts this controversial Zombies change
Treyarch is reverting a controversial change to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombies as part of the game's latest update.
Microsoft joins Meta, Google and other tech giants in donating $1 million to President Trump's record-breaking inauguration fund
Microsoft will contribute $1 million to President Trump's inauguration fund. The company joins Meta, Google, and other tech giants in contributing.
Assassin's Creed Shadows is being delayed again, now launching in March 2025
Assassin's Creed Shadows is being delayed a second time, now launching in March 2025 to "fully deliver on the potential of the game."
20 Essential commands every user should know on Command Prompt for Windows 11
Check out these 20 commands that you can use in Command Prompt to navigate the system, organize files, troubleshoot problems, and perform specific tasks on Windows 11. These commands also work on Windows 10.
Is Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 on Xbox Game Pass?
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 looks to be one of 2025's biggest and best games, but will it be on Xbox Game Pass? Here's what we know.
Windows Central's Best of CES 2025 awards: The hottest hardware unveiled in Las Vegas
This year's CES revealed a gigantic list of cutting-edge tech, and we're picking the best of the bunch.
Worst of CES 2025: Disappointments, no-shows, and head-scratchers
CES 2025 was full of new and high-tech gadgets, but not everything we saw was positive. Here are some of the goods that gave us pause or otherwise leaned toward disappointment rather than surprise.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 already has me hooked on its medieval tale, and I haven't even gotten past the RPG's opening hours
Ahead of its official release date, I got the opportunity to preview Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's opening chapter. Here's what I think of the RPG thus far.
The game I'm most excited for in 2025 is already discounted before launch
There are currently two incredible deals for Monster Hunter fans, grab the newest installment on preorder and save $13, or take advantage of a wild bundle offer which gets you Monster Hunter World and DLC for $10.
Microsoft leak exposes how management identifies "critical AI talent" among indispensable staffers for retention bonuses
Microsoft managers reportedly review an employee's AI contributions when requesting retention bonuses for those it can't afford to let go or lose.
Microsoft, Google, and Meta work together once again, this time to help browser development
Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Opera joined the newly formed Supporters of Chromium-Based Browsers initiative to help fund browser development.
Microsoft says 'rStar-Math' demonstrates how small language models (SLMs) can rival or even surpass the math reasoning capability of OpenAI o1 by +4.5%
Microsoft enhances the capabilities of small language models (SLMs) with rStar-Math. The technique boosts the capabilities of SLMs, allowing them to compete or even surpass the math reasoning capability of OpenAI's o1 reasoning model.
Elon Musk really wants you to think he's a pro gamer but the Path of Exile 2 community has receipts
Elon Musk's claims of gaming prowess in Path of Exile 2 and Diablo 4 are we inspiring for a man of billionaire status, but a recent stream has led the Path of Exile 2 community to question his achievements
Square Enix confirms that Windows PC will be the best place to play 'Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth,' with enhanced graphics, improved framerates, and other exclusive features
The PC port for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has received a new trailer showcasing its graphical improvements, controller combabilities, and other exclusive features.
Laffgaff
Who posted his Ninety-five Theses on a church door in 1517?
Martin Luther.
Singing Whales
What do you call a group of whales singing? An orcastra.
Itsfoss
Remembering Usenet - The OG Social Network that Existed Even Before the World Wide Web
Before Facebook, before MySpace and even before the Word Wide Web, there existed Usenet. From LOL to Linux, we owe a lot to Usenet.