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Parents suing TikTok over children's deaths say it 'has no compassion'
Four families who say their children died after taking part in a viral trend in 2022 speak to the BBC about their legal fight against TikTok.
Southport families say they are 'trying to find light in the dark'
The parents of murdered Bebe King and Elsie Dot Stancombe speak publicly for the first time.
Health minister Andrew Gwynne sacked over messages
Gwynne apologises for the "badly misjudged" messages and is suspended as a Labour party member.
Harry and Meghan cheer from stands at Invictus Games in Canada
The couple watched from the stands, cheering and clapping for the UK's team.
Are top honours winners too posh and too southern?
An analysis of those awarded the "higher" honours reveals a significant social and regional divide.
Man's pop-up urinal death may never be explained, family fears
The family of Kevin Holding fear they may never find out why a pop-up urinal dropped on him.
Vitamin pills and icy swims: Can you really boost your immune system?
After being struck down by winter illness, the BBC's James Gallagher goes in search of ways to boost his immune system.
Woman's deepfake betrayal by close friend: 'Every moment turned into porn'
Australian teacher Hannah Grundy was left to track down the man posting deepfake pornography of her.
What will anger at sight of gaunt hostages mean for a fragile ceasefire?
Concerns were raised over the condition of freed Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners after the latest exchange.
'My wife told me to date after she died - I wasn't ready for what was out there'
Geraint John says some dates have made a sharp exit when he's told them he's been recently widowed.
Rapper feud, Trump's history and Becks: Things to watch out for at Super Bowl 59
Will Kendrick Lamar use his half-time show to beef with Drake and will Taylor Swift also get a ring?
'I've spent over £3,000 on Jellycats'
A rising number of adults are buying toys - we hear from so-called "kidults" who are splashing out thousands.
Your pictures on the theme of 'winter walks'
Images from our readers on the theme of "winter walks".
Oasis fans see tickets cancelled over 'bots' claim
Fans say they have been wrongly accused of using bots to buy their tickets for the comeback shows.
The Papers: Trump 'won't deport Harry' and tributes to Southport 'angels'
The parents of two girls killed in Southport pay tribute to their "angels" on several Sunday papers.
Germany's front-runner Merz: Risk-taker who flirted with far right
A look at the conservative leader who broke a German taboo by accepting support from the AfD.
Hostages freed and prisoners released in latest ceasefire exchange
Concerns have been raised about the appearance of the Israelis, while representatives for the released Palestinians say they all needed "medical attention".
How Japan prime minister's homework on Trump paid off
The Japanese prime minister gets much needed reassurances that his country is still America's top ally.
Ex-Hollyoaks star's grief after mum and her partner found dead in France
Netflix star Callum Kerr said the family are grieving the loss of Andrew and Dawn Searle, who were found dead in south west France.
NI boy's hurling ball washes up on Scottish beach
A Northern Ireland boy's hurling ball is found in Scotland months after he lost in Donegal.
Hostage's British family express joy at his release but concern over gaunt appearance
The in-laws of Eli Sharabi say they are worried he may not know his wife and daughters have been killed.
Dozens killed in bus crash in southern Mexico
The bus operator says 48 people had been travelling on the Cancun to Tabasco bus service.
Israel troops withdraw from corridor that split Gaza in two
Palestinians on cars and carts begin returning to northern Gaza - often to scenes of utter destruction.
Freed Israeli hostage was unaware wife and daughters killed, British family says
His wife, Lianne Sharabi and two daughters were murdered by Hamas in the 7 October attack.
No excuses not to build 1.5m new homes, Rayner says
The deputy PM says she's "determined" to hit Labour's house-building target by the next election.
Boy saves thousands of sweet tubs from landfill
Teddy has collected the plastic confectionery tubs because he wants to help save the planet.
M&S boss says retailers 'raided like a piggy bank'
Stuart Machin says the sector is facing a wave of tax rises and the government needs to "lighten the burden".
Are top honours winners too posh and too southern?
An analysis of those awarded the "higher" honours reveals a significant social and regional divide.
Living off grid: The homes that run without mains electricity
Following Storm Éowyn, householders who live off-grid share their tips for self-sufficiency.
Health minister Andrew Gwynne sacked over messages
Gwynne apologises for the "badly misjudged" messages and is suspended as a Labour party member.
Man arrested after 'serious incident' in north Dublin
He was arrested in the Stoneybatter area of the city on Sunday and is currently being detained.
Southport attack: Parents speak publicly for first time since murders
The families also said the sentencing of the man who killed them should not have been televised as they wanted the girls to be remembered for their personalities.
Harry and Meghan cheer from stands at Invictus Games in Canada
The couple watched from the stands, cheering and clapping for the UK's team.
Tory shadow minister downplays talk of Reform pact
Alex Burghart says the Tories are "not going to do a deal with a party who wants to kill us".
Robbie Williams' bid wins Eric Morecambe's glasses
The singer says he won Eric Morecambe's glasses at auction and regards him as an "uncle of sorts".
Key power station didn't properly disclose burning forest wood
The Drax facility, which burns wood pellets, is required to report where it sources its wood from.
Harry Potter book saved from bin sells for £21,000
Auctioneer Daniel Pearce found the book on a pile of items ready to be thrown away.
Vitamin pills and icy swims: Can you really boost your immune system?
After being struck down by winter illness, the BBC's James Gallagher goes in search of ways to boost his immune system.
Your pictures on the theme of 'winter walks'
Images from our readers on the theme of "winter walks".
Amandaland the mother of all comedies, say critics
Lucy Punch stars as Amanda in the sitcom, a spin-off from the popular BBC series Motherland.
The Sims at 25: How a virtual dollhouse took over the world
Some people didn't expect it to last a year. Here's how the popular life simulator has stayed alive.
Badger admiring Banksy-style image wins hearts in wildlife photo competition
Ian Wood put up a Banksy-style design in the hope of an 'art-imitates-life' photo op
Bournemouth Echo
Green light to transform 'sad' Bournemouth town centre building
DEVELOPERS have cleared a huge hurdle to revamp a “sad” and abandoned Bournemouth town centre building into student accommodation.
Ringwood Road work making 'good progress' for 2026 deadline
WORK along Ringwood Road is making “good progress”, BCP Council has said.
Labour 'bending the rules when it suits' on devolution deal
Labour has been accused of “bending the rules when it suits them” with regard to the Wessex devolution deal.
Council tried to 'strike right balance' in new flytipping fines
SENIOR members in BCP Council have said they worked to “strike the right balance” in their new fly tipping fines.
Town council to increase tax by 2.59% - on top of unitary authority's 4.99%
Verwood residents will pay a 2.59 per cent increase in their council tax from April, it has been confirmed.
MP calls for crack down to end 'dirty money' and 'tax dodging'
New analysis has found that £5.9 billion worth of suspicious funds has been used to purchase UK properties through shell companies registered in Britain’s Overseas Territories.
Award-winning chef to visit Bournemouth on UK tour
An Evening with Rick Stein will be coming to Bournemouth Pavilion in March 2025.
What score can you get? Take this pub quiz to find out
Find out how good your general knowledge is with our quiz that will get you ready for your next trip to the pub.
Jobs lost as group set up to protect Jurassic Coast to shut down due to rising costs
The Jurassic Coast Trust is to cease operations after “addressing commercial activities” and the rising costs of operations
PHOTOS: Popular tabletop games expo arrives in Bournemouth
Thousands are joining together this weekend at the south's biggest tabletop games expo.
Search party sent after 999 call of flashing light at sea
A search party was sent out after a 999 caller had reported a flashing light at sea.
More than £100 worth of items stolen from store in Lymington
A CCTV appeal has been launched after more than £100 worth of items were stolen from a store in Lymington.
Dorset Seafood Festival cancelled
The Dorset Seafood Festival 2025 due to be held in Weymouth in September has been cancelled due to sea wall repair works.
Make the most of Dorset in the winter and try these walks
Try these Dorset winter walks within the Dorset National Landscape and enjoy your county
Hundreds of jobs secured thanks to quarry extension
A DORSET quarry extension has been opened – helping to secure over a hundred jobs.
Popular pub announces new partnership and full refurbishment
A country pub has partnered with a new business partner for a full refurbishment.
Bin collection changes set to follow opening of new £8m depot
Changes to bin collections in the New Forest are set to follow the opening of a new £8m depot next week
Developer kicks off fundraising this year with Bay Run
POOLE-BASED developer AJC Group has kicked off its fundraising efforts this year with the Bournemouth Bay Run.
'VE day is very important to me, a marker for my father's safe return'
A FORMER resident of Blandford remembers a childhood shaped by war, tragedy and resilience as the country celebrates VE day 80th Anniversary.
Call for people to join 'dedicated' fire services team
Sherborne fire station is calling for the public's help to find more firefighters.
The £1.595m New Forest home up for sale with its own river, gym and orangery
The Splash in Minstead is a stunning family home, set in an idyllic location in the New Forest, and up for sale for £1.595 million.
'Thanks for speaking up about proportional representation'
I would like to thank Tom Hayes MP for speaking in favour of proportional representation in the Commons debate on the 30th January.
Bournemouth ranked among top 10 most reliable train stations for commuters
In a new study Bournemouth train station has been ranked among the most reliable in the UK relating to delays and cancellations
KAYAK reveals top trending travel destinations as Brits hunt for 'hidden gems'
KAYAK has revealed the top trending travel destinations amid the release of it's ‘What the Future’ (WTF) Travel Trends Report.
Windows Central
Windows Central Podcast: What's next for Windows 11?
Daniel Rubino and Zac Bowden host this week's episode of the Windows Central Podcast, and on the agenda is Windows 11 and what looks to be next for the platform, including new features and Selenium. And more!
The G7 HE controller is great, but when will GameSir go wireless for Xbox?
In this GameSir G7 HE review I look at the improvements and changes made from the G7 SE and fill you in on if it's worth the upgrade or not, and question why 2 years later GameSir are still tethered to Xbox with a wire.
Laffgaff
What is the name given to the study of the origin of words?
Etymology.
Cloud Bills
How do clouds pay their bills? With a rain check.