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Trump pardons Silk Road dark web market creator Ross Ulbricht
Trump said he had called Ulbricht's mother to let her know he had granted her son a full pardon.
Two IDs plan to stop under-age online knife sales
Anyone wanting to buy a blade online would have to complete two age verification checks under government plans.
Benefit cheats could be stripped of driving licences
A proposed new law will also give ministers greater powers to request bank account information.
Netflix to raise prices as new subscribers soar
Squid Game 2 and live sports, including the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight, fuelled new memberships.
Treat eating disorders as an emergency, MPs urge
The alarming rise in disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is now an emergency, a cross-party group says.
Rare snowstorm hits US south, with four deaths reported
A major winter storm prompts blizzard warnings, dumping heavy snow and sleet in a region where even flurries are a rare sight.
Thousands on hold to HMRC 'cut off after 70 minutes'
HMRC denies running a "deliberately poor" phone service in an attempt to push customers online.
Government ousts UK competition watchdog chair
Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands.
Waitrose brings back free coffee for non-shoppers
The supermarket's loyalty scheme members can get a hot drink without making a purchase.
Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship. Can he do it?
Eighteen states have sued the federal government over the executive order, showing the legal challenges the president will face.
Six Trump executive orders to watch
Even presidential powers have their limits - and in some cases, Trump faces hurdles before his plans can become reality.
Bishop asks Trump to show mercy to LGBT people and migrants
Right Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde made a plea to the president in a sermon that Trump later criticised.
US tech giants announce AI plan worth up to $500bn
OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank join forces to build artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders freed after Trump pardons
Two of the most high-profile defendents from the 2021 US Capitol riot were included in Trump's sweeping pardons.
BBC Verify: Can Donald Trump really rename the Gulf of Mexico?
The new US President wants to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. How would that work?
What executive orders has Trump signed after taking office?
The Republican quickly set about using his new powers to approve executive actions on a host of policy priorities.
Teddy Swims: 'Every day I try to cry a little bit'
The Lose Control singer talks about masculine role models, becoming a father, and facing prejudice.
PM's terror law overhaul and Trump widens 'economic war'
Reforms after the Southport attacks and Donald Trump's threat to tax foreign nationals lead the papers.
Dangerous drug-resistant bacteria are spreading in Ukraine
War appears to have accelerated the spread of pathogens resistant to antibiotics in the country.
'A long fight full of tears': Why Thailand became a haven for LGBT couples
Thailand is set to legalise same-sex marriage - one of the few places in Asia to do so. Why is it an outlier?
Author Cottrell-Boyce calls summit to warn about children's happiness
The children's laureate says a "recession in children's happiness" is caused by a decline in reading.
Southport killer admitted carrying a knife more than 10 times
Public bodies failed to identify the threat posed by Axel Rudakubana, says Home Secretary Yvette Cooper.
Antisemitic crimes may be funded overseas, say Australian police
The country's federal police says it will increase efforts to deal with surging anti-Jewish crimes.
Ukraine's chief army psychiatrist arrested on $1m corruption charge
The man owned several properties as well as four BMW luxury cars, the Ukrainian security service said.
Prince Harry case against Sun publisher delayed
Prince Harry's barrister said there was potentially a "good prospect" of an agreement that would save the court time.
Actress Pauline Quirke reveals dementia diagnosis
The Birds of a Feather star retires from acting and reveals she was diagnosed with dementia in 2021.
Man accused of spying for Russia 'spoke to MI5'
Bulgarian nationals Katrin Ivanova, Vanya Gaberova and Tihomir Ivanchev deny a conspiracy to spy.
Fans rush for hotly anticipated 'romantasy' sequel
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros is billed as one of the biggest publishing releases since Harry Potter.
Has Prince Harry got what he wanted after tabloid apology?
The settlement between the prince and the Sun's publisher is a dramatic, high stakes, turnaround.
Boy, 12, killed in stabbing was 'adored'
A head teacher says Leo Ross was "a lovely and bright member of the school community".
'We see you': UK warns Putin after Russian spy ship returns to British waters
John Healey says the vessel is used to gather intelligence and map the UK's underwater infrastrcuture.
Reeves optimistic despite surprise rise in UK borrowing
Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - hit its highest December level for four years.
How was the Southport killer allowed to fall through the cracks?
A picture of the teenage killer's descent into violence has emerged since he carried out the murders.
Toddler and man fatally stabbed in German park - Afghan man held
Police say a 28-year-old man from Afghanistan has been arrested suspected of carrying out the attack.
Acting or harassment? It Ends With Us stars at odds over out-takes
Justin Baldoni says footage shows he didn't sexually harass Blake Lively, but she says the opposite.
Crossbow killer admits murdering ex-girlfriend, her mum and sister
Kyle Clifford pleads guilty to killing Carol, Hannah and Louise Hunt at their home in July.
Far-right 'groomed' town during protests - ex-minister
Lee Waters echoes calls to ban far-right groups such as those exposed by undercover BBC investigation.
Convicted US Capitol rioter turns down Trump pardon
Former "Maga granny" Pamela Hemphill tells the BBC the Trump government is trying to "rewrite history".
The significance of presidential pardons, and who is getting one
Trump has pardoned almost 1,600 people charged in connection with the 2021 US Capitol riots.
What led to the Turkey hotel fire disaster that killed 76 people?
Some survivors did not hear a fire alarm and there are claims of failures in the hotel's fire safety.
Snow flurries are rare in US south – now a blizzard has hit
Snow and freezing rain hits parts of the deep south, closing highways and airports and prompting a first-ever blizzard warning in southwest Louisiana.
Victoria the polar bear is elderly at 28 - now she needs special care
The Highland Wildlife Park's female bear Victoria has reached the grand old age of 28.
Alan Cumming: 'I'm the Pied Piper of Pitlochry'
The US Traitors host and Hollywood star took over at Pitlochry Festival Theatre last year.
TikTokers offered $5,000 to join Facebook and Instagram
Meta's attempt to lure creators to its platforms comes as questions remain over the future of its main rival in the US.
Citibank boss murder suspect may have fled abroad, police say
Police believe Marianne Kilonzi, who was found dead in her Woolwich flat, knew the suspect.
Clues to flytipping culprits found in huge pile of rubbish
Investigators say they are following up several leads in the hunt for who illegally dumped the waste.
Children among dead as Turkey hotel fire investigation continues
At least 79 people are known to have died, including children and multiple family members.
Thousands await stinky plant's rare bloom
A livestream of a "corpse flower" due to bloom in Sydney's botanic gardens has captivated the internet.
Bournemouth Echo
Pothole cost claims against council rise 'due to cost of living rises'
Claims made against BCP council for pothole damage to vehicles reached a record high last financial year (2023/24)
Man dies after collapsing in Bournemouth town centre
An inquest has opened into the death of a 48-year-old man who died in hospital after collapsing in Bournemouth town centre.
Council rebuts 'unsubstantiated' claims made about leader and chief executive
BCP Council has rebutted “unsubstantiated” claims made about its leader and chief executive following the dismissal of a councillor from a senior role.
Mini dealership set to be demolished under new proposals
Mini's car sales showroom in Poole is set to be demolished under new plans by a dealership.
In The Dock: Teen in court for riding e-scooter without insurance
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Life-saving diver clinic to shut permanently after more than 30 years
A DIVER clinic in Poole offering life-saving oxygen therapy is set to close permanently after more than 30 years.
"We all have to stand up and say that something needs to be done"
A mother is calling for change after her daughter and daughter's friend were "attacked" in Poole.
'Doctors told me I had five years left so I changed my life'
A Bournemouth woman went on a weight loss journey after doctors said she had only five years left to live.
Beryl Bikes to pull out of area in Dorset
Hire bike business, Beryl, is to pull out of the east Dorset area at the end of February.
The former builder setting up his own construction law department
A Bournemouth solicitor is diversifying into the complex area of construction law - after two decades working as a building subcontractor.
Max Gattlin – the man working to end the 8am GP rush
Max Gattlin – the man working to end the 8am GP rush
Staff 'shaken up' and store closed after late night burglary
A STORE is closed ‘until further notice’ following a commercial burglary.
Car completely destroyed in fire
A CAR was completely destroyed in a fire in the New Forest.
Teenage boys charged with rape due to appear in crown court
Two teenagers charged with rape are set to appear in court.
RECAP: Main road closed both ways after 'major' crash
A road is closed both ways after a crash involving two vehicles.
More than 600 objections made about ferry fare rise proposals
MORE than 600 objections were made over the fare increase for the Sandbanks Ferry, the first day of a public inquiry heard.
'Well rehearsed' plans activated ahead of Storm Eowyn
ELECTRICITY supplier SSEN has activated its “well-rehearsed contingency plans” in response to strong winds later this week.
RECAP: Police block A338 after concern for welfare on bridge
POLICE have blocked the A338 Wessex Way after a concern for welfare on the bridge.
MP and council leader to take part in Q&A at public meeting
Boscombe Forum’s January meeting will feature an appearance from council leader Millie Earl and Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes.
Shoplifter 'repeatedly kicked' a police car after being arrested
A man repeatedly kicked a police car after being arrested for stealing hundreds worth of goods from a shopping centre.
British astronaut to bring space exploration tour to Bournemouth
Mr Peake retired from the European Space Agency (ESA) in 2023 but continues to work with them and the UK Space Agency as an ambassador for space.
New weather warning issued for Dorset ahead of Storm Eowyn
A new weather warning has been for Dorset as the county braces for Storm Eowyn.
Law firm expands in Bournemouth town centre
A commercial law firm has signed up to extra workspace for its growing property group teams at a landmark office building in the heart of Bournemouth town centre.
Essential tree work for next fortnight
Essential tree work will take place in Swanage over the next fortnight.
Second event planned to get more women bus drivers
A drive to bring more local women into the bus industry has been so successful that local operator Morebus is to host an additional ‘try it’ event in Bournemouth next month.
BCP town centres see footfall boost over Christmas
Town centres in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole saw an 11 per cent increase in footfall over Christmas.
Police arrest shoplifter after dramatic shopping centre incident
Inspector Nick from Dorset Police shared details of a collaborative effort by the yellow team and Dolphin Security in Poole's Dolphin Centre this afternoon.
REVIEW: Dear Evan Hansen, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
If you're a regular theatregoer, you may have been lucky enough to have experienced one of those rare magical moments – where the entire audience is held in the palm of a hand, so spellbound by what's unfolding in front of them that you could hear a pin drop.
Residents ask to donate to foodbanks as demand rises
BCP Council is urging residents to support foodbank in this crucial winter weather.
'We are still fully committed to making Hampshire's roads stronger'
I want to make it clear that we are still fully committed to making Hampshire’s roads stronger.
'Public transport link could be improved'
THE POSSIBLE redevelopment of the Westover Retail Park offers an excellent opportunity to improve connectivity in the public transport network in this part of the conurbation.
'Keep unruly dogs on a lead'
My husband and his friend were beach fishing from Flaghead Chine today (January 20).
Comedian Jenny Eclair to perform at Dorset theatre
The tour is set to kick off on Saturday, January 25 at Salford's Lowry Quays Theatre and concludes on Sunday, June 8, at Northampton's Royal Theatre.
Theatre company to visit schools to tackle underage drinking
A theatre production is set to visit ten schools to educate students about the dangers of underage drinking.
Warning issued over open fires and woodburning stoves
The Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued the warning following a spike in incidents involving woodburning stoves.
Storage company sees record number of people de-cluttering
Store & Secure in Hamworthy, Poole, said it has seen a huge increase in homeowners emptying their properties.
Wedding hair and makeup business in running for prestigious award
A Poole-based wedding hair and makeup business has been shortlisted for a prestigious award.
Elvis tribute act brings rock 'n' roll to Dorset care home
Robert, a former house manager said: "I thoroughly enjoyed the chance to sing with Thomas.
Poole firm launches three new products to help hospitals and care homes
DDC, formerly known as DDC Dolphin, is a global innovator and supplier of infection prevention and control solutions and refurbishes sluice rooms in hospitals and care homes, offering a turnkey service as a single-source supplier.
Volunteers complete 'vital' work at homeless shelter
Michael House provides essential services and shelter to individuals experiencing homelessness. It fosters hope and provides support to residents.
'Serious headache' for businesses as payroll changes loom
Dorset businesses are "unprepared" for the forthcoming changes in HMRC's payroll reporting.
'Thrilling' new adaptation of Julia Donaldson tale coming to Poole
The cast includes James Stirling as Ghost, Lottie Mae O’Kill as Mama Mouse, Yuki Sutton as Girl, Rosie Meek as Witch and Nic James as Troll.
New show homes featuring underfloor heating opened
The homes are inspired by the 1930s Arts and Crafts architectural style.
Dorset shoppers prioritising healthy eating according to Tesco
Broccoli, peppers, grapes and cucumbers were among the top ten items purchased by Dorset residents.
'High risk' of gambling harm to young adults, study finds
The study found that 76 per cent of people using physical gambling machines and online casino games experienced "problem gambling."
Chance to drive train at Swanage Railway behind-the-scenes event
Residents are being given the chance to go behind the scenes at Swanage Railway.
Major gaming event set to take place at BIC next month
The Beachhead Tabletop Games Expo is a two-day event celebrating all things tabletop gaming.
Will Noel Fielding return to Bake Off after illness and departure rumours?
Noel Fielding presents The Great British Bake Off alongside This Morning’s Alison Hammond but will he return after ill health?
DWP warning to report changes or risk losing £434 a month in benefits
Many claimants are entitled to higher levels of support, and could be missing out on more than £400 a month benefit payments
Deadline for Newquest's Young Reporter short course extended - how to apply
Newsquest's Young Reporter short course offers school students in years 10 to 13 an insight into working in the media.
Government
Public Service (Ethics, Integrity and Independence) Bill [HL]
A Bill to make provision about mechanisms for promoting and protecting standards of integrity and ethics in the public service; to make provision about appointments to the House of Lords and the House of Lords Appointments Commission; and for connected purposes.
Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the prevention of fraud against public authorities and the making of erroneous payments by public authorities; about the recovery of money paid by public authorities as a result of fraud or error; and for connected purposes.
Marine Protected Areas (Bottom Trawling) (England) Bill
A Bill to prohibit the practice of bottom trawling in Marine Protected Areas in England; and for connected purposes.
Arms Trade (Inquiry and Suspension) Bill
A Bill to make provision for an inquiry into the end use of arms sold to foreign states to determine whether they have been used in violation of international law; to immediately suspend the sale of arms to foreign states where it cannot be demonstrated that arms sold will not be used in violation of international law; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
QUIZ: How much do you know about Ferrari's British F1 drivers?
As Lewis Hamilton checks in at Maranello, test your knowledge of his British predecessors at Ferrari...
Williams sign Oliver Turvey from McLaren in test and development role
Williams have announced the signing of Oliver Turvey as their new Test and Development Driver, providing additional support to full-time racers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz.
Miami Grand Prix introduces One-Day Grandstand tickets for 2025
For the first time ever, One-Day Grandstand tickets are available for the Miami Grand Prix, giving fans greater flexibility to enjoy premium views across the Miami International Autodrome in 2025.
Hamilton shares first look at striking helmet design for new Ferrari chapter
Lewis Hamilton has offered fans a glimpse of an overhauled helmet design as he enters his next phase at Ferrari – taking full advantage of the brand’s famous colours.
GALLERY: Hamilton pictured driving a Ferrari F1 car for the first time at Fiorano
Lewis Hamilton’s dream first week as a Ferrari driver continued on Wednesday, with the seven-time World Champion getting the chance to complete his first laps in one of the team’s F1 cars.
Windows Central
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW memberships are "sold out" right now, and it says it's our fault for using the servers too much
Most tiers of the popular GeForce NOW game streaming service are "sold out," and NVIDIA says it's because of high demand.
TeamSpeak is back and ready to fight Discord for the PC community app crown
TeamSpeak overhauls experience with a better pricing model to boot.
Sid Meier's Civilization 7 PC requirements and specs: Can you run this grand strategy sequel?
The long-awaited Sid Meier's Civilization 7 is finally almost here, but if you're going to play on PC, you need to make sure your rig meets its spec requirements.
Here's what happens when you reach Prestige Master in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 — what you need to know about rewards and item unlocks
Prestige Master in Black Ops 6 is a long grind, but what actually happens when you get there?
How to buy an RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 on launch day — Retailers, prices, and everything you need to know
NVIDIA is set to launch the first two GPUs from its RTX 5000 "Blackwell" lineup. While you can't yet purchase a card, you can prepare yourself for launch day.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, winner of Windows Central's 2024 Editor's Choice Award, has sold over 1 million copies
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, the critically acclaimed CRPG adaptation of the Warhammer 40K franchise, has sold over 1,000,000 copies across the globe.
AMD pushes its RDNA 4 GPU launch to March — will the Radeon delay benefit NVIDIA?
AMD's RDNA 4 GPU fiasco has already seen pulled presentations and mysterious delays, and a new March launch date just announced points to the company waiting to see what NVIDIA does with its RTX 5070/Ti cards. Will the strategy work for AMD, or will it benefit NVIDIA?
Xbox Game Pass gets Citizen Sleeper 2, Eternal Strands, a huge co-op tower defense game, and more
Xbox Game Pass is getting several day one games soon, including Citizen Sleeper 2 and Eternal Strands.
PC game development surges in Steam Deck handheld era — But don't count Xbox and PlayStation out
GDC survey results provide a look into gaming industry layoffs, generative AI usage, Steam Deck impact, and more.
Lenovo reveals explosive SSD that you won't want to bring on a flight
Lenovo revealed a new SSD in China that looks like a hand grenade from the move "Operation Hadal." Gadgets that look like weapons or ammunition have a tricky history with airport security, so it's probably best to keep the new Lenovo SSD at home.
Microsoft loses OpenAI exclusive cloud provider status to $500 billion Stargate project — as the ChatGPT maker races to hoist the AGI flag first
OpenAI's $500 billion investment in computing infrastructure changes its relationship with Microsoft. The tech giant will no longer be the ChatGPT maker's exclusive cloud partner for its sophisticated AI advances.
My favorite Game Bar feature on Windows 11 is now available for everyone
Game Bar on Windows 11 now supports a preview of Game Assist. That feature places a browser in the Game Bar, allowing you to read guides and watch videos without having to switch tabs.
Xbox is getting support for external hard drives even larger than 16GB soon
Members of the Xbox Insider Program can now use hard drives larger than 16GB, giving them vastly more storage space to keep even more games.
Review: 'Final Fantasy VII Rebirth' returns on PC to help define another generation in what is again one of the best RPGs of its era
FF7 Rebirth review: Certain "open world" issues aside, the game successfully threads the needle of delivering for nostalgic fans while charting a new course to the future.
The Havok Physics engine is making a pitch to developers in 2025; my bingo card was way off
Not only was I wrong to think this tech had long since been forgotten, but it's continuously improving.
OpenAI unveils $500 billion Stargate project to emancipate its overreliance on Microsoft's infrastructure — as Elon Musk questions investor liquidity
OpenAI, SoftBank, Oracle, and President Trump unveil a $500 billion dubbed Stargate project to build massive data centers for AI advances in the United States.
Here's when Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 2 starts
The first season in Black Ops 6 and Warzone is almost complete, so here's when Season 2 gets underway.
How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025
Samsung is expected to announce its Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra at Galaxy Unpacked 2025. Here's how to tune in to see if Samsung also unveils some Galaxy laptops.
"We made a mistake in not being more transparent": OpenAI secretly accessed benchmark data, raising questions about the AI model's supposedly "high scores" — after Sam Altman touted it as "very good"
A new report suggests OpenAI secretly funded and accessed the FrontierMath benchmarking data, raising concerns about whether the company used the data to train o3.
Call of Duty teases Season 2 for Black Ops 6 and Warzone with what could be AI-generated images [Updated with new trailer]
Two teaser images for Call of Duty Season 2, launching January 28, have been released by Activision.
Microsoft flags macOS bug — remotely bypassing Apple's sophisticated System Integrity Protection (SIP) security solution and allowing unauthorized third-party rootkit installs
Microsoft uncovered a vulnerability allowing attackers to circumvent macOS's System Integrity Protection (SIP), granting them access to the kernel by loading third-party code.
Call of Duty introduces a new Operator bundle to raise funds for fire relief in LA
Pick up a new operator bundle in Call of Duty and support the fight against the LA wildfires
Laffgaff
Vampires And Chickens
Why do vampires not attack chickens? Their blood is fowl.
Which member of The Beatles divorced his wife Cynthia in 1968?
John Lennon.