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Netanyahu's office says hostage deal now agreed
Benjamin Netanyahu had delayed a vote to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, blaming Hamas.
Israel has changed since Donald Trump's last term – has he?
In this time of hard choices for the Middle East, the president elect will have much to think about when he re-enters the White House
Next boss warns first jobs to become harder to find
Job prospects for younger workers are likely to be hit by Budget measures, Lord Wolfson tells the BBC.
Donald Trump's and JD Vance's official portraits released
The portraits of the president-elect and the incoming vice-president "go hard" their press team said.
No convictions for breaching sanctions on Russia
Sanctions were introduced after the Crimea annexation in 2014 and the wider invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Planet-warming gas levels rose more than ever in 2024
The record rise is incompatible with keeping global warming to 1.5C according to the Met Office.
'How could this be true?' - the house that survived an inferno
A Los Angeles resident returned to find his home still standing after the Eaton fire torched his street.
Chris Mason: A clear nod to demands for a new child abuse inquiry
The BBC's political editor examines the government's announcement on grooming gangs.
'Looking for my spy': The jokes Americans and Chinese are sharing on 'alternative TikTok'
Many Chinese users on RedNote say it is the first time they have been able to speak directly to Americans online.
The extreme Satanist group that led a British teen to commit terror crimes
Anti-terror police warn of "immense threat" to public from extreme right-wing Satanist group 764.
Warnings of stowaway snakes and tree-frogs hiding in pot plants
Frogs, lizards, snakes and insect pests are being transported across the world on ornamental plants.
Banned: Surprise mobile mid-contract price rises
It comes after customers complained of not being able to plan for price rises.
Onboard aid convoy on its way to offer hope for Gaza
BBC special correspondent Fergal Keane has travelled with a convoy carrying aid towards Gaza.
How did we reach the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in Gaza?
The ceasefire agreement in the Gaza war follows 15 months of fighting between Israel and Hamas.
Hamas knows it hasn't achieved its aims - but still claims victory
Hamas officials insist that Israel's failure to eliminate the group constitutes a victory.
Who are the released hostages?
A total of 117 people captured during the 7 October attacks have been released or freed.
How a cigarette butt helped solve a 30-year murder mystery
Serial sex offender Graham McGill was on parole when he murdered mother-of-11 Mary McLaughlin in 1984.
The Papers: Elianne's 'legacy will live on' and Middle East 'on tenterhooks'
The conviction of Elianne Andam's killer and a ceasefire in Gaza feature on Friday's front pages.
Kiena Dawes: The complex question at case's heart
The case centred on whether an abuser can be criminally responsible if a victim kills themselves.
Three reasons Trump tariffs aren't China's only problem
China's economy has hit the government's 5% growth target for 2024 in the face of multiple challenges.
Power lines, hikers, arson: Inside the effort to uncover what sparked LA's fires
Investigators are scouring video footage, witness testimony and debris to identify the origins of two deadly fires.
'There's no dignity in this' - hospital A&E units under pressure
While the number of patients with flu are declining, a cold snap has again placed nurses under extreme stress.
Mark Carney, the 'unreliable boyfriend' who ran UK's central bank
Carney is now running for the Liberal Party leadership in Canada. What does his time in London tell us?
Fed up villagers turn pot holes into attraction
Residents have set up Pothole Land after what they say is years of inaction on their rural road.
Toyota unit to settle emissions scandal for $1.6bn
The truck company will also be banned from importing its diesel engines into the US for five years.
SpaceX Starship test fails after Texas launch
Officials at Elon Musk's company said the upper stage was lost, minutes after it launched.
Strong winds weaken in LA, giving respite to weary firefighters
The two largest fires are still burning after more than a week - but gusts that fanned the flames have eased.
US woman to face shop owner murder plot charge
Aimee Betro, from Wisconsin, is due in court over matters dating back to 2019, prosecutors say.
Apple halts AI news alerts after errors
The tech giant was facing pressure to pull the feature after it made repeated mistakes.
Twin Peaks film director David Lynch dies at 78
The Oscar-nominated writer and filmmaker is also famous for the surrealist cult classic, Mulholland Drive.
What happens to TikTok now?
Could there be ways to bypass the ban - and could president-elect Donald Trump find a way to stop the law?
'War will last as long as Russia does': Ukrainian talk of victory fades as Trump returns
Those fighting for Ukraine and those who have lost loved ones hope to end the war with Russia on their own terms.
White supremacist jailed for asylum seeker attack at hotel
A judge says Callum Parslow's unprovoked assault on Nahom Hagos was "undoubtedly a terror attack".
London mayor to be investigated over Taylor Swift tickets
Sir Sadiq Khan's received six Taylor Swift tickets worth about £3,000 for her concert in August.
Strict mortgage rules could be eased to allow more people to borrow for a home
The £100 limit on contactless cards could also be scrapped, as regulators respond to the prime minister's plea.
Starmer vows to fight 'poison' of antisemitism in Auschwitz visit
Sir Keir, who is in Poland for defence and security talks, said "nothing" could have prepared him for the horror of what he had seen.
Russia and Iran move to strengthen military ties
The two countries sign a 20-year treaty covering areas ranging from defence and technology to energy and trade.
IMF warns on Trump's plans but upgrades UK outlook
Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says
'Once-in-a-century' discovery reveals spectacular luxury of Pompeii
A huge private bathhouse is found after lying hidden for 2,000 years under volcanic rock and ash.
Bowen: Israel has changed since Donald Trump's last term – has he?
In this time of hard choices for the Middle East, the president elect will have much to think about when he re-enters the White House
Acting legend Joan Plowright dies at 95: Oscar nominee whose first love remained theatre
One of the UK's finest stage actresses, she later appeared in films including Tea with Mussolini.
Cher Lloyd on making new music, Swagger Jagger and Liam Payne's unmatched talent
The singer known to millions for her rebellious reality TV antics is back and ready to "spill the tea".
Three ways Democrats are breaking with tradition before inauguration
Michelle Obama will not attend the swearing-in, as Democrats follow Trump in ignoring some conventions.
Weekly Quiz: Which fast food chain told people to pay up or get out?
How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?
Liam Payne's friend sues singer's dad for defamation over statements after death
Roger Nores has contested Geoff Payne's claims he "abandoned" the late One Direction singer.
Passenger clings to German high-speed train and survives
He jumped on when it pulled out of the station before he had finished his smoking break, police say.
Missing Aberdeen sisters made earlier visit to bridge where last seen, CCTV shows
Eliza and Henrietta Huszti - part of a set of triplets - disappeared during cold Aberdeen weather.
Driver stopped in Tesla Cybertruck banned in UK
The eye-catching vehicle, which carries a price tag of about £48,000, is not yet legal on UK roads.
Fears for vulnerable as thousands without water for days in North Wales
Work continues to restore water to thousands of homes, with concerns for vulnerable people.
Deaths of 56 babies at NHS trust may have been preventable, BBC told
Two whistleblowers also believe the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s maternity units are unsafe.
Watch: Elon Musk's SpaceX loses Starship on test flight
Watch: SpaceX loses Starship spacecraft but catches booster on seventh test flight
Bournemouth Echo
New cafe to take over venue at country park
New management will run a café inside Moros Valley Country Park and Forest.
Bournemouth study suggests land was inherited by women in Iron Age
Land was inherited through the female line in Iron Age Britain and husbands moved to live with their wife’s community, according to a new study.
Retired gardener, 69, found dead at Bournemouth flat
A RETIRED gardener was found dead by council housing officers after friends became concerned something was wrong, an inquest heard.
Disabled residents forced to 'crawl' down stairs of flats
Disabled residents living in flats where the lift has been out of order for nearly a year are having to shuffle downstairs on their bottoms.
Two pubs close down with debts of £4.6million
A business that runs pubs in Dorset has gone into liquidation owing creditors more than £4million.
Teenager found unresponsive in room dies in hospital
A TEENAGER who was found unresponsive in his room later died of his injuries in Bournemouth hospital.
In The Dock: Thief stole Henry hoover, air fryers and men's razors
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Autism activist to attempt world record of ‘most people hugged’ in shopping centre
An autism activist will be attempting to break the world record of ‘most people hugged’ in a Poole shopping centre this week.
Community projects set to benefit from more than £1.6m of funding
Multiple community projects across Bournemouth and Poole areas are set to benefit from a £1.6m cash pot.
Meet the 18-year-old who started his own media business
A teenager from Bournemouth took a leap of faith and launched his business after working numerous jobs.
Holistic festival to return to Poole for 11 year anniversary
A holistic festival will be returning to Poole's Lighthouse for its 11 year anniversary.
Increase in funded childcare set to benefit working parents
An increase in funded childcare by BCP Council is set to benefit working families.
More than 100 handbags handed in to BCP Council
More than 100 handbags have been handed in to BCP Council as part of the Love Grace campaign.
Ex-professional ballet dancer studying at Health Sciences University Bournemouth
An ex-professional ballet dancer who had to rethink her career is now training to become a podiatrist at Health Sciences University, Bournemouth.
Whitney Houston tribute show coming to Bournemouth
After a record-breaking 2024 with sold-out shows at the Royal Albert Hall, The London Palladium and a UK arena tour, Queen of the Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston will mark its tenth anniversary with a 2025 tour across 85 cities in the UK.
Dorset firm's product a 'world first' for professional sport
Farard Darver, a former boyband star and commando, created HEMPE after sustaining injuries in Afghanistan.
Dorset stroke patients invited to join UK-wide clinical trial
The trial is being run by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Sheffield, with 19 centres across the country participating.
Music legend announces Bournemouth date as part of Farewell Tour
The tour will feature some of her biggest hits, including Pearl's A Singer, Lilac Wine and Don't Cry Out Loud.
Wimborne Minster mayor thanks businesses for donations
He is supporting Victoria Hospital and Planet Wimborne and has raised £5,000, now aiming for £8,000.
Auctioneers to host social get-together for antiques trade
"In the modern world, most bidding is now online even for traditional auction houses like ours where bidders are welcome to attend in person.
Banff Mountain Film Festival coming to Dorset
The festival features two new collections of short films packed with extreme expeditions, intrepid characters and stunning cinematography.
Volunteers bid to raise £20,000 to restore historic train carriage
The TC ‘push-pull’ diesel trains are an important part of Dorset railway history.
'Bright teal hair' to 'bald head' - IT technician's big shave for fundraising
The reception-age class, Stepping Stones, has been without a climbing frame since October half term when the previous structure was removed after falling into disrepair.
Six million snowdrops begin to bloom at Dorset estate
More snowdrops can be spotted along Lady’s Walk, where Henrietta Bankes, a passionate horticulturalist, first had her gardener plant snowdrops in the early 1900s.
Delays and road partially blocked after a crash near Bournemouth Hospital
Road partially blocked and reported delays after a crash on A3060 Castle Lane East Eastbound around Chaseside.
Tourist tax bid for BCP is rejected
An investigation has declared the ballot on the controversial tourist tax void.
Police officer sacked after string of offensive messages in WhatsApp group
A police officer of 20 years standing has been sacked after he used the word 'pikey' in a private WhatsApp group.
Arrest made after cyclist injured in 'hit and run' involving van
Traffic officers have made an arrest after a cyclist was injured when he was involved in a crash with a van.
Led Zeppelin singer and Radio 2 DJs in Dorset for funeral
Led Zeppelin lead singer Robert Plant, as well as the former BBC Radio 2 colleagues of Johnnie Walker, are among the mourners arriving for the late DJ’s funeral.
Man "punched and elbowed in the head" during Wareham assault
A man was reportedly "punched and elbowed in the head" during an assault in Wareham.
Public queue for opening of new The Range superstore
The Range has opened one of its new superstores in Christchurch and handed out gifts to the first 50 customers.
Man last seen in Poole Hospital three weeks ago not found
A MAN who was last seen at a hospital last year has not been found for three weeks.
Car keyed and tyre punctured outside pub
A car was keyed and its tyre punctured outside a pub in Wimborne, as police search for the vandal.
REVIEW: Ed Byrne, Lighthouse, Poole
It was good to have mild-mannered, bespectacled and comfortably dishevelled, but shouty Ed Byrne back on tour as the mouthpiece of underdogs everywhere.
Woman banned from owning animals after causing unnecessary suffering to dog
A WOMAN has been banned from owning animals after causing unnecessary suffering to a dog.
Applications are now open for BBC's Race Across the World season 6
After 4 successful series of the BBC show Race Across the World - with an upcoming 5th - is now taking applications for series 6.
Christmas tree collection helps reduce over 13,000kg of CO2
The campaign was supported by several sponsors and business supporters, including Stewarts Garden Centres, Bournemouth Pier and United Taxis.
Warning to dog owners over chews linked to fatal ‘werewolf syndrome’
There is a warning for dog owners and vets over dog treats linked to ‘werewolf syndrome’ with serious behavioural changes including epileptic fits and death
Emergency Alert System to be tested across the UK this year
The Emergency Alert System will be tested across the UK this year to help prepare for crises similar to Covid-19.
Formula 1
From state-of-the-art facilities to Newey’s design genius – are Aston Martin on the brink of becoming F1’s next super team?
Aston Martin will enter the fifth season of their latest F1 adventure in 2025, a point by which billionaire businessman owner Lawrence Stroll hoped the team would be fighting for world titles. With this in mind, and major regulation changes on the horizon, F1.com runs through the manufacturer’s record in the sport so far and the various pieces of the puzzle they have been assembling in that quest for glory…
5 Ferrari moves that paid off – and 5 that didn’t – as Hamilton embarks on his new chapter
Lewis Hamilton will follow in the footsteps of many illustrious names by making his debut for Ferrari this season, with the Briton having left Mercedes for the Scuderia in what marked one of the most sensational – and unexpected – driver moves in the sport’s history.
Rookie Otis Lawrence wins spectacular dash to the line for victory in Round 4 of F1 Sim Racing World Championship
Otis Lawrence beat Jarno Opmeer to the line in a thrilling conclusion to the fourth round of the 2025 F1 Sim Racing World Championship on Thursday night – the action taking place virtually at Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Corniche Circuit.
Windows Central
PlayStation just reportedly canceled two live service games that likely would've launched on Windows PC
PlayStation reportedly cancels two live-service games, including a live-service God of War from Bluepoint Games.
Meta allegedly used 'crude tactics' to close in on OpenAI’s 2-year lead building AI uncontested — Sam Altman admitted creating ChatGPT without copyrighted data is impossible
Meta reportedly used copyrighted content to train its AI models and seemingly tried to cover its tracks to avoid copyright infringement-related issues, including removing copyright headers and document identifiers.
League of Legends sparks fury — Gamers roil over latest update, Riot admits it "screwed up on this one"
What is happening with League of Legends at the moment? Players are downright pissed.
Highlights from the Diablo 4 Developer Update: More loot and less backtracking
The Diablo 4 Developer Update streamed live today on Youtube with more on Season 7: Season of Witchcraft and changes coming to both Seasonal and Eternal Realms.
Microsoft's dumbest rebrand in its near 50 year history just got even dumber
Microsoft Office is one of the world's most recognizable brands, used by billions. The first rebrand to "Microsoft 365" was dumb by itself, but yesterday, the firm made it even dumber.
How to use a vertical taskbar on Windows 11
You can now move your PC's taskbar to either side of your screen if you use the latest version of Start11.
Square Enix announces Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is Steam Deck Verified and shows off a fluffy Chocobo-themed handheld
Square Enix reveals that the PC port of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be Steam Deck Verified by demonstrating on a Chocobo-themed Steam Deck.
Here's what we know (so far) about NVIDIA's alleged ARM chips for laptops
NVIDIA will reportedly release its first-ever ARM-based chips for Windows PCs. The rumored N1X chip is expected by the end of 2025 and its sibling, the N1, is expected in 2026.
Vampire Survivors will be rolling out cross-save across all platforms, and tease ambitious plans for 2025
Poncle had a bumper year for content in 2024 with Vampire Survivors updates and DLC, but they've even more ambitious plans for 2025.
Microsoft unveils MatterGen — an AI for developing new materials with an approximate 80% success rate, surpassing traditional screening methods
Microsoft Researchers recently unveiled MatterGen — a sophisticated AI system capable of developing high-quality materials.
Newly announced 'Death Howl' asks, "What if Dark Souls was a turn-based tactical deck builder?"
The publisher behind recent hits such as Moonlighter, Frostpunk, and This War of Mine has announced a new tactical deck-builder with Soulslite gameplay titled 'Death Howl' for PC release later this year.
How to manage personal info saved on Microsoft Edge
On Windows 11, Microsoft Edge can save personal details like phone number, name, address, email, etc., to later help you fill out forms, checkout, and sign up for new services faster, but if the feature is not surfacing the correct info, or you don't want to use the feature, here's how to manage it.
The new HyperX Cloud MIX 2 will firmly take the lead for wireless PC gaming headset fans with stellar battery life
The new HyperX Cloud MIX 2 is a quality, comfortable wireless PC headset that boasts some truly impressive battery life.
As Path of Exile 2 thrives with a new audience, Diablo 4 doubles down on its casual appeal
Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2 are going in two very different directions in approaching the ARPG genre, while Path of Exile 2 thrives on complexity the latest Diablo 4 Season 7 has implemented some changes to appeal to a casual audience.
Monster Hunter Wilds will see one of the 'rockiest' wyverns make an explosive comeback from the series' earlier titles
IGN has revealed that Gravios, an old-school monster that's been a part of the Monster Hunter series since its inception, will be returning in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription cost is going up for the first time in 12 years — but don't worry, it now includes a "monthly allotment" of Copilot
Microsoft has announced that it is increasing the price of its Microsoft 365 Personal and Home subscriptions for the first time in 12 years, and is also adding Copilot.
Laffgaff
Who was the first US president to travel by airplane while in office?
Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Irreplaceable
My friend worked as a human cannonball act in the circus. When he retired they never replaced him. They couldn't find anyone else of the same caliber.
Itsfoss
Adding Grouped Items in Waybar
Ready to customize your Waybar? You can start by adding grouped items. Here's how it is done.
7 Raspberry Pi-Based Laptops and Tablets for Tinkerers
Raspberry-powered laptops and tablets can be the perfect pick for your projects, and portable computing needs. Here's a list of options.