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LA braces for stronger winds as fires continue to burn
"Urgent preparations" are being made for higher winds expected on Tuesday as firefighters continue to battle three blazes.
Gaza ceasefire deal being finalised, Palestinian official tells BBC
President Biden meanwhile says a deal is "on the brink" of coming to fruition and his administration is working on it.
Chris Mason: Starmer and Reeves navigate tricky economic backdrop
Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are the duo that best personify the Labour project of the 2020s.
Drone-delivered weapons in jails a 'national security threat'
The prisons watchdog says drones are delivering weapons to two of England's highest security prisons.
Spain plans 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents
The measure is meant to help tackle the country's housing crisis, the prime minister said.
Women seeking abortions after using 'natural' contraception
Researchers have seen a shift from "more reliable" hormonal contraceptives to fertility tracking apps.
Meeting with grooming victims 'shocking' - Badenoch
The Tory leader has been calling for a fresh inquiry into grooming gangs.
The tricky questions facing Trump's nominees for top jobs
Allies of the president-elect can expect intense questioning when Senate confirmation hearings begin this week.
'We re-mortgaged to buy our kids ADHD medication'
BBC research finds nearly 400,000 private prescriptions for ADHD were issued in 2023-24.
Late queen was not officially told art surveyor was Soviet spy for years
Anthony Blunt confessed in 1964 to being a Soviet agent, but Elizabeth II was not informed.
New-build owners claim roof leaks are causing misery
Housebuilder Bellway says it has worked hard to resolve issues reported by residents.
M1 shut after body found in undergrowth
Police say the body was found on Monday afternoon and the death was being treated as unexplained.
Watch: Moment man is saved from burning LA home
Retired firefighter Rich Snyder rescued his neighbour when the LA wildfires spread to their street.
The powder dousing the flames and turning everything pink
The bright substance blanketing areas of Los Angeles County has long been used to stop wildfires from spreading.
The Papers: 'Another lettuce' for Reeves and 'ruthless' spending cuts on the way
Questions over the chancellor's future and a tough round of forthcoming public spending cuts lead Tuesday's papers.
Ash-smeared holy men lead India bathing spectacle
Millions are taking a dip in the sacred Ganges river on the first major bathing day of Kumbh Mela festival.
What are the challenges facing the government's AI action plan?
Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled proposals which he says will make the UK 'one of the great AI superpowers'.
GPs turn to AI to help with patient workload
Should more AI be used to help GPs with consultations and administrative work?
The truth behind your £10 dress: Inside the Chinese factories fuelling Shein's success
Workers making clothes for the fast fashion giant tell the BBC they labour for up to 75 hours a week.
Marble-sized balls force Sydney beaches to close
Months after mysterious black balls forced popular beaches to shut, debris has begun washing up again.
New York traffic falls after $9 congestion fee
Traffic has fallen by 7.5% since the charge was introduced on 5 January, according to preliminary data.
Prosecutor who investigated Hunter Biden denounces president's criticism
Special counsel David Weiss defended his investigations, calling them "thorough and impartial".
Worried family desperate to find missing sisters
Police have been searching for Henrietta and Eliza Huszti in Aberdeen since they went missing last Tuesday.
TikTok says report of possible sale to Musk 'pure fiction'
The firm has repeatedly said it will not sell its US operation as it face a 19 January deadline.
Greenland ready to work with US on defence, says PM
Donald Trump has said taking control of the territory was an "absolute necessity" for American security.
Video from South African mine shows desperation of illegal miners refusing to leave
Hundreds of people have reportedly been underground since a crackdown on illegal mining began last year.
Kate tells of relief that she is in remission from cancer
The Princess of Wales met cancer patients at the Royal Marsden Hospital where she received treatment.
Two teens sought over killing of boy on London bus
Kelyan Bokassa died after being attacked on a 472 double-decker bus in Woolwich, south-east London.
Reeves vows action on growth amid rising debt costs
The chancellor says she is "under no illusion" about the challenge facing UK public finances.
Ukraine launches largest attack of war so far, Kyiv claims
Officials in several Russian regions, some hundreds of kilometres from the border, reported strikes overnight.
'Screamingly funny' Tony Slattery dies aged 65
He was known for his quick-witted improvisations on shows like Channel 4's Whose Line Is It Anyway.
UK bans German cattle, pigs and sheep imports after foot-and-mouth case
The disease is contagious in livestock like cattle, but poses no risk to humans or food safety.
Nato launches new mission to protect crucial undersea cables
The announcement comes following a number of incidents in which infrastructure has been damaged.
Author Neil Gaiman faces more sexual assault allegations
The Sandman and American Gods author is the subject of a New York Magazine cover story.
Trapped in the dark for 35 hours - Red Sea dive-boat survivors tell of terrifying escapes
Eleven survivors describe what happened and raise safety questions about the dive boat Sea Story.
'Your husband's being tortured, and it's your fault'
The wife of a Ukrainian prisoner of war explains how Russia attempted to recruit her for sabotage.
LA fire victims fear new housing crisis
Thousands of people need new homes after losing everything. Some fear they may never get back on the property ladder.
Five takeaways from report on Trump's alleged 2020 election interference
Trump is accused of inspiring Jan 6 violence but prosecutors thought an incitement charge would be too risky.
The new-build owners who say roof leaks are causing them misery
Housebuilder Bellway says it has worked hard to resolve issues reported by residents.
MI5's tips for spies revealed in new exhibition
The newly-declassified documents include details about some of the UK's most notorious spies.
Andrew Tate released from house arrest
A Romanian court lifts the order that was imposed on the controversial influencer last year.
Missing Aberdeen sisters not a criminal case, say police
Eliza and Henrietta Huszti, originally from Hungary, were last seen in Aberdeen a week ago.
Rescuers pull more bodies from South Africa gold mine
Hundreds of people have reportedly been underground since a crackdown on illegal mining began last year.
Appeal begins to name Sara Sharif's family court judges
Sara’s father Urfan Sharif and stepmother Beinash Batool have been jailed for life for her murder.
Police heard pilot shouting for help, Leicester City crash inquest hears
An inquest is hearing from witnesses to the crash at the King Power Stadium that killed five people.
Spain plans 100% tax for homes bought by non-EU residents
The measure is meant to help tackle the country's housing crisis, the prime minister said.
Bournemouth Echo
Dog ‘thrown around like a ragdoll’ during terrifying attack
A woman has been left traumatised after her pet dog was “thrown around like a ragdoll” during a terrifying dog attack.
3 profitable pubs for sale - with one costing £1.75million
Prospective pub landlords are not short for good opportunities to buy a venue in Dorset and make it their own.
'No point in criticising the Labour government - the Conservatives are to blame'
Labour leader Patrick Canavan has said there is “no point” in BCP Council’s administration criticising the Labour government over its financial pressures.
Poole trade park home to tyre shop bought for nearly £4million
A prime trade park on the south coast has been acquired by a private property company, advised by property consultancy Vail Williams.
Couple's front garden cafe should not happen, says planning officer
A council officer has said no to a husband-and-wife team’s ideas for a coffee shop in their front garden.
Former Halo nightclub 'under offer' from potential new business
A closed nightclub in Bournemouth town centre is under offer from a potential new business.
Councillors to decide on course for next 50 years at extraordinary meeting
Councillors decide on the next 50 years of local government at an extraordinary meeting later this week.
Tom Hayes on his first six months as a Bournemouth MP
Bournemouth East's first MP sat down with the Daily Echo to chat about his first six months in his position and what's next.
1940s Ford returns to roots after famous family purchase
A piece of motoring history has returned to its roots after a 76-year journey, thanks to a family’s deep connection to their dealership’s heritage.
In The Dock: Man 'drunk and disorderly' damaged police car and Mercedes
THE following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Bournemouth surfers paddle 52 miles in 24 hours
Two Bournemouth surfers paddled fifty-two miles in 24 hours to raise funds for a charity.
Buses forced to divert after 'youths throwing stones' in Poole
A Poole bus service has terminated one of its stops after being targeted with rocks by youths.
Major roundabout lights out - bringing disruption to rush hour traffic
TRAFFIC lights on a major roundabout on the Bournemouth and Poole border are out of action this morning.
Government plan could see 'unprecedented population surge' to BCP
A campaign group has warned that government housing targets proposed for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole could lead to an “unprecedented population surge”.
Pictures: This morning’s top five most spectacular sunrise pics
Early risers were treated to vibrant skies this morning in Dorset.
Bid to find e-bike stolen from outside home
A £2,000 e-bike has been stolen from outside a resident’s house.
Swanage photographer giving back to nature
An award-winning Purbeck photographer is passing on his love of nature by planting a tree for every job he undertakes.
Bournemouth pupils meet famous children's author on trip
Pupils from a Bournemouth school enjoyed an unexpected treat during a trip to Devon.
Remembering Bournemouth's House of Bethany
For more than a century, the compassionate Sisters of Bethany graced Bournemouth with their presence
Sensory room for young people to be created with £9,500 grant
The space will feature equipment such as bubble tubes, rocking chairs and soft padding, ensuring accessibility for everyone using the building.
'There is no battle between children and cyclists'
Why spending on road safety helps children.
Agency adds 'dynamic' drinks brand to its portfolio
Walker is known for its work in the food and drink sector and this new venture adds to its portfolio.
Singer-songwriter to perform in Poole as part of UK tour
The tour, which will see her perform across the country, is a celebration of 1970s music.
Wildlife filmmaker captivates audience at Wimborne gardening club
Mr Stewart fulfilled a lifelong dream of meeting Sir David Attenborough during filming above the Old Harry Rocks in Dorset.
Dorset charity offering free bird-watching events for teens
The initiative is a response to the UK's biodiversity crisis and aims to highlight the role of Poole Harbour in nature recovery.
Dorset author's new audiobook imagines dystopian London
The gripping narrative, originally published in 2020 by Tartarus Press, imagines a 2072 London struggling to survive after a global internet crash and climate change have transformed it into a lawless urban jungle.
Multiple vehicles and properties damaged across Poole
Multiple vehicles and properties have been damaged across Poole, a recent crime update reports.
Recycling centre closed after reports of 'unexploded ordnance'
Officers were alerted to reports of an unexploded ordnance at around 11am.
Dorset school officially becomes part of learning trust
The school is celebrating its 150th birthday this year and is looking forward to "continuing its legacy with the support of the trust".
Funeral group sees rise in families opting for ceremony rooms
Douch Family Funeral Directors has partnered with venues such as Kingston Country Courtyard and the Italian Villa, to offer families more options to honour their loved ones.
Book fair set to raise money for castle conservation works
Visitors will find books of all genres for sale, including some special first editions.
School sculpture by Dame Barbara Hepworth to be auctioned
Its rediscovery fills a 50-year gap in its history, as the Hepworth Estate had lost track of the sculpture following the governor's death in 1975.
Care home staff put on panto performance for residents
The home, run by Barchester Healthcare, regularly organises events and activities for its residents and neighbours.
Garden show calls for entries for Beautiful Borders competition
The BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair is calling for entries for its Beautiful Borders competition.
Christchurch firm launches new website to showcase its work
A Christchurch-based structural steel company has launched a new website to showcase its work.
National Trust seeks volunteers for Brownsea Island
"Last year volunteers contributed a staggering 30,316 hours to Brownsea Island and 62 new volunteers joined our friendly team.
Tina Turner tribute show coming to Bournemouth
Following the Bournemouth performance, the show will move to Aberystwyth Arts Centre on Saturday, March 15 and Woking New Theatre on Tuesday, March 25.
Housebuilder's donation helps youth football club
The Wildcats, the club's under-12 girls' team, used the sponsorship to fund their brand-new home kit, which will be worn during games at Pelhams Leisure Centre in Kinson.
Care home residents take up knitting to help newborns
The care home reached out to the ward and were told that the handmade items would provide comfort for newborns and their families.
Care home launches search for community heroes
A care home provider is searching for individuals who go the extra mile in Poole.
Fire service issues smoke alarm warning to residents
The fire service also advises replacing smoke alarms every ten years and checking the alarms of elderly and vulnerable relatives.
Kate Middleton makes surprise visit to hospital where she was treated for cancer
The Princess of Wales visited the Marsden today, the hospital where she received treatment for cancer in private.
NHS sending test that could 'save your life' to nearly 1m people - are you one?
Around 850,000 people aged 50 and 52 will receive a bowel cancer testing kit in the post as the NHS extends its screening programme in England.
Generous Newsquest readers raise thousands to help NSPCC support children
Newsquest’s year-long partnership with the NSPCC has ended with an amazing final-push donation from readers.
Spain plans new 100 per cent tax for homes bought by UK and non-EU residents
Residents from non-EU countries, such as the UK, could have a 100 per cent tax levied against them if they buy a home in Spain
Government
Rural Crime (Strategy) Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to establish a task force to produce a strategy for tackling rural crime; to require the Secretary of State to implement the strategy; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
LIVESTREAM: Watch all the action from Round 1 of the 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
While we await the start of the new Formula 1 season, there is still plenty of racing action to enjoy as the 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship kicks off this week, with all 10 F1 teams ready to battle it out in the esports competition.
'The show goes on' – Horner insists Red Bull have ‘strength and depth’ to cope with Newey and Wheatley departures
Christian Horner is confident that Red Bull have the “strength and depth” to cope with the departures of Adrian Newey and Jonathan Wheatley, with the team boss stating that the moves have sparked an “evolution” at the squad rather than a “rebuild”.
‘There’s no magic’ – Oakes outlines Alpine’s approach to 2025 season as teams get set for ‘big compromise’
Oliver Oakes has taken positives from Alpine’s competitive end to 2024, and their recovery to sixth in the constructors’ standings, while stating that there will be “no magic” involved in them climbing further up the Formula 1 pecking order.
Windows Central
Mai Shiranui is headed to Street Fighter 6 with a new gameplay reveal — here's when you can play her
Fatal Fury's Mai Shiranui is headed to Street Fighter 6 in February 2025, with a new gameplay reveal showing off her moves.
The Blood of Dawnwalker is a new vampire RPG and 'narrative sandbox' from former Witcher and Cyberpunk developers
Rebel Wolves, a team founded by former CD Projekt RED developers, is working on The Blood of Dawnwalker, a vampire RPG being built in Unreal Engine 5.
Microsoft has filed a gaming patent for "crafting and altering game narratives" using generative AI
A new patent filed by Microsoft purports to demonstrate how game designers and players alike can alter a narrative experience using generative AI.
Is Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 on Xbox?
Will Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 — one of 2025's biggest new RPGs — come to Xbox when it launches next month? Here's what you need to know.
HP’s sleek AI PC hits an absurdly low price — the cheapest entry to all-day battery life
The HP OmniBook X is a sleek laptop that delivers all-day battery life. Right now, it's also discounted by an absurd deal.
Xbox 2025 predictions and overview: Microsoft's most promising games line up in history meets a platform under duress
OPINION: Microsoft has turned its gaming operation into a duality of boom and bust. Which one will win out?
After new update, Call of Duty players report "Connecting" matchmaking bug in Warzone and Black Ops 6
A new Call of Duty "Connecting" bug has surfaced in Warzone and Black Ops 6 that prevents players from matchmaking into games.
Rumored remake of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion reportedly features improved combat and more
A remake of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion is reportedly on the way, with a new report detailing improvements to combat and gameplay.
The main thing keeping me on Xbox over PlayStation isn't exclusive games, it's this underrated and overlooked feature
I'm not quitting Xbox for PlayStation, even if it loses more exclusives like Halo. Here's why.
Microsoft Teams marches closer to letting you skip meetings, don't tell your boss
Microsoft Teams will soon have a Copilot feature that suggests questions to ask in a meeting based on what's already been discussed.
Here are the 7 coolest tech products I saw at my very first CES
I attended CES for the first time this year, and wanted to highlight the 7 coolest tech products I saw or went hands-on with during my time in Las Vegas.
I thought the RTX 5070 was my next GPU — this new tech has me reconsidering
The AMD Radeon RX 6800 GPU in my gaming PC is due for an upgrade, and I thought NVIDIA's RTX 5070 was the perfect match. However, one of the new RDNA 4 Radeon cards might be a better option if AMD can deliver on performance and pricing.
A secret UI project resurfaces from the 'Microsoft Graveyard' to spruce up Edge with a modern Windows 11 aesthetic
Microsoft is working on a new project called Phoenix. The project will revamp Microsoft Edge's look and feel to align with Windows 11's modern appeal and aesthetics.
Is software engineering dead in the water? Mark Zuckerberg says mid-level AI engineers might claim coding jobs from professionals at Meta in 2025
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently indicated AI might claim coding jobs from engineers in 2025. He admitted the approach might be expensive but it'll get more efficient over time with the mid-level AI engineers writing code for apps and AI.
Laffgaff
Which country is known as the boot of Europe?
Italy.
Everest Climber
People are always skeptical when I say I climbed Mount Everest. But it's true, I made it up.
Itsfoss
I Feel Like a Hacker Using These Cool Linux Terminal Tools
Get ready to look like a hacker with me using these Linux terminal tools!