BBC News
Putin sets out conditions for Ukraine ceasefire
The Russian president agrees fighting must end, but calls for the removal of the "root causes" of the crisis.
NHS England to be brought under government control in major health overhaul
The prime minister says the move will cut duplication and free up money for frontline services.
Exclusive: Every McDonald's in Britain warned of legal action over failing to tackle staff sex abuse
The warning from the UK's equality watchdog comes after the "extremely serious" allegations uncovered by the BBC.
Manslaughter probe at Lucy Letby hospital expanded
Cheshire Police expands its investigation into what happened at the Countess of Chester Hospital.
The unexpected knock-on effect of Trump's minerals 'deal of the century'
The president once derided attempts to develop new green technology as a "green new scam" - but his deal could help boost the US's potential in the sector
Taxpayers will suffer if Thames Water collapses, warns regulator
Ofwat says placing Thames under government control could end up costing taxpayers billions of pounds.
Passengers evacuate onto wing of burning American Airlines jet
Footage shows passengers huddled on the wing of the commercial airliner, which was on the tarmac, as flames burn under the aircraft.
There are many angry boys like Elianne's killer, her cousin says
The cousin of Elianne Andam speaks to BBC London about the devastation caused by her murderer.
'I was blamed for crash when I was 280 miles away'
A Kent driver was accused of a crash in Liverpool after her car number plate was cloned.
Trump threatens 200% tariff on alcohol from EU
Wine and spirits will be taxed, Trump says, if the EU does not remove tariffs on US whiskey.
High stakes as China hosts Iran and Russia for nuclear talks
The meeting comes as a deal to limit Iran's nuclear programme expires later this year.
Is Putin ready for a ceasefire or playing for time?
Russia is ready for a halt in fighting, says Vladimir Putin, but he says there are "nuances".
US nuclear weapons in Poland would be deterrent for Russia, Polish president says
Andrzej Duda tells the BBC's Jeremy Bowen he is confident Donald Trump has a plan to handle Russia.
Peace talks are in parallel universe, say Ukraine front-line troops
Ukrainian soldiers on the battlefield say they don't expect to see the war end any time soon.
Watch: Putin responds to US ceasefire proposal
The Russian president said he was in favour 30-day ceasefire but added there were 'nuances'.
'They killed all these young people' - BBC investigates alleged massacre in rebel-held Congolese city
The BBC speaks to multiple witnesses who say M23 fighters hunted down and killed young men in Goma.
The Papers: 'Starmer's shock NHS takeover' and Putin's ceasefire terms
Starmer to axe NHS England, while Putin says "there are nuances" in response to a proposed 30-day Ukraine ceasefire.
What does NHS England do? Your questions answered on health reforms
As part of Your Voice, Your BBC, we answer questions from you on government plans to scrap NHS England.
Holi 2025: India comes alive with the festival of colours
The festival, celebrated in India and abroad, commemorates the victory of good over evil.
Weekly quiz: Who joined Kylie on the King's personal playlist?
How much attention did you pay to what has been going on in the world over the past seven days?
US influencer who snatched baby wombat has left Australia
Anger erupted after Jones posted a video of her taking a baby wombat from its distraught mother.
UN judge guilty of forcing woman to work as slave
Jury finds Ugandan high court judge Lydia Mugambe guilty and she will be sentenced in May.
Multiple fires blast from manholes across US college after explosion on campus
A maintenance hole explosion at Texas Tech University caused evacuation orders and classes to be cancelled for the rest of the week.
Tesco to trial giving away expiring food to shoppers
Giving away food will be trialled in some Express stores in an effort to cut waste.
Michelle Mone and Doug Barrowman accuse Covid inquiry of 'cover-up'
She says husband Doug Barrowman and her are targets of a "politically motivated witch hunt".
UN experts accuse Israel of sexual violence and 'genocidal acts' in Gaza
Israel strongly rejects the findings of the report and accuses the UN Human Rights council of antisemitism.
Syria leader signs temporary constitution for five-year transition
The document enshrines separation of powers and guarantees women's rights, freedom of expression and media freedom.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves insists changes to welfare spending needed
Labour MPs have been expressing unease about the proposed cuts to welfare, ahead of announcements next week.
Thief who murdered Amazon driver jailed for at least 30 years
Mark Ross given 30-year minimum term for killing driver whose van he was trying to steal in crash.
Florence and Pisa on alert as flooding hits Italy
Tuscany's president advises residents to exercise "the utmost attention and caution".
Men denied life-extending prostate cancer drug
NHS England says it cannot afford to offer abiraterone, which is available in Scotland and Wales.
Watch: Uninvited otter wreaks havoc in family kitchen
A family was surprised by the uninvited guest who wreaked havoc in their kitchen in Shetland.
Foreign criminals to face Home Office tagging
The move will target offenders and others thought to pose a threat to the public, who can not be deported.
Elon Musk's carmaker Tesla raises concern over Trump tariffs
The electric carmaker’s warning about tariffs comes despite its boss's key position in the Trump administration.
BBC presenters settle sex and age discrimination dispute
The quartet claimed they lost their roles on the BBC News Channel following a "rigged" recruitment.
Ted Lasso returns to TV for fourth series
Jason Sudeikis is back in the role of Ted, the coach of a fictional English Premier League football club.
Donatella defied the doubters - what's next for her and Versace?
Versace took over the Italian fashion house after her brother's untimely death and made it her own.
Exclusive: Every McDonald’s in Britain warned of crackdown over staff sexual abuse
The warning from the UK's equality watchdog comes after the "extremely serious" allegations uncovered by the BBC.
The unexpected knock-on effect of Trump's minerals 'deal of the century'
The president once derided attempts to develop new green technology as a "green new scam" - but his deal could help boost the US's potential in the sector
'Sometimes my stammer gets so bad, I don't want to talk at all'
Teenager Kitty says sometimes her stammer makes her feel it would be easier if she didn't speak.
UK economy shrank unexpectedly in January
A slowdown in manufacturing was one of the main reasons for the dip, the Office for National Statistics says.
Asylum seekers housed 'unlawfully' at air base
Three men took the government to court over what they described as "prison-like" conditions.
British man killed by president's convoy in Kenya hit-and-run
The car did not stop after hitting Edgar Charles Frederick, 79, on a road in the capital, Nairobi.
'They killed all these young people' - BBC investigates alleged massacre in rebel-held Congolese city
The BBC speaks to multiple sources who say M23 fighters hunted down and killed young men in Goma.
Man who stalked Cheryl Tweedy jailed for 16 weeks
A 50-year-old man is sentenced after admitting harassment and breaching a restraining order.
Influencer Mrs Hinch treated for blood clot weeks after giving birth
Sophie Hinchliffe, the social media cleaning star, says she has been treated and hopes to be home on Friday.
Man, 80, gives up solar panels fight with council
Barry Thompson's local council refuses his efforts to install six solar panels.
Bournemouth Echo
Mother welcomes NHS changes after losing son to sepsis
After a four day inquest into the death of a 17-year-old Cyrus Perry, the jury have concluded that 'multiple opportunities were missed'.
In The Dock: Drunk man in McDonald's among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Bournemouth hotel in administration after Home Office contract ends
A Bournemouth hotel has fallen into administration after a contract it had with the Home Office came to an end.
Six day centres under threat of closure
Six day centres are at risk of closure under new proposals.
BCP Council advertises job with salary higher than prime minister's
BCP Council is advertising a new job with a salary that is higher than the prime minister’s.
A town centre Indian pub set to open next month- craft beer, sports and games
The countdown is on for the opening of Bournemouth’s first Indian gastro pub.
RECAP: Air ambulance called to cyclist incident - bypass closed
An air ambulance has been called to a big crash on the Christchurch Bypass
From 50p an hour to £30 a day- New parking charges revealed
NEW Dorset parking charges, due to come into effect from April 3, are being advertised by Dorset Council. They vary from around 50p an hour to more than £30 for a day's parking.
Cyclist taken to hospital after incident on bypass
A CYCLIST has been taken to hospital after an incident on the Christchurch Bypass.
Lambs and sheep mauled to death in 'brutal' attack
Sheep mauled to death in a brutal attack
Shop worker spat at after confronting suspected M&S thief
A shop keeper was spat at after confronting a suspected shoplifter at an M&S.
PICTURES: Stargazers catch a glimpse of partial lunar eclipse in Dorset
Stargazers across Dorset were treated to the site of a lunar eclipse before dawn this morning
Poole woman praises NHS use of plasma for medicines
The use of plasma for medicine marks a historic milestone, reducing the NHS's reliance on imports.
'Extremely distinctive' rubbish dumped in picturesque pond's car park
Rubbish has been fly-tipped at a pond's car park in the New Forest
Missing man last seen a week ago is located
Weekend of rail disruption when lines close for work
Railway services will be affected when lines close for maintenance work next month.
Man, 68, dies at home in Blandford
The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a man who lived in Blandford.
Popular bus routes return for the spring and summer season
The popular Breezer services operated by Morebus are making a return as spring gets underway.
Poole's Seafood and Sounds festival announces charity partner
Staff and volunteers will represent the hospice at the festival, joining in the seafood-themed opening parade.
New exhibition to shed light on Poole's role in Dunkirk
As the nation prepares to mark the 85th anniversary of Dunkirk in May, the exhibition aims to create a permanent record of Poole's role in the historic operation.
Authorities to respond after 'heartbreaking death' of hotel receptionist
The coroner is concerned that a lack of healthcare guidance could lead to future deaths, after Marta Vento was killed by paranoid Schizophrenic, Steven Cole.
Millions earmarked for regeneration projects across BCP
MAJOR spending to the tune of £24million has been recommended for regeneration by BCP Council’s cabinet.
Residents urged to speak up about problems renting in Bournemouth
RENTERS in Bournemouth East are urged to share their experiences in a new survey to improve the quality, affordability, and security of privately rented housing.
Charity honoured by the High Sheriff of Dorset
A Dorset charity dedicated to helping young people build healthy relationships has been honoured by the High Sheriff of Dorset.
Watch: The UK housing crisis explained - everything you need to know
To understand the UK housing crisis, we need to look back at the history of housing in the UK.
Tesco to offer free food to customers after 9:30pm in 'revolutionary' move
Tesco announced that it plans to give away food which is about to go out of date, at absolutely no cost.
Meet the 92-year-old TikTok singing sensation from Bournemouth
MEET the 92-year-old grandad from Bournemouth who has turned into a singing sensation on TikTok.
Parents 'disgusted' as French course axed 'without consultation'
PARENTS are ‘disgusted’ after a secondary school decided to axe its French course.
Father takes over running seven marathons challenge after son falls ill
A FATHER has taken over a challenge of running seven marathons in seven days after his son suddenly fell ill.
'We are becoming concerned' - Police search for man missing for a week
Po are searching for a Bournemouth man who has now been missing for a week.
Changes to DWP payments next month to hit Universal Credit and pensions
Universal Credit, pension, Child Benefit and other benefit claimants may find changes to their payments next month.
Martin Lewis pension alert ahead of deadline to boost pensions by up to £10,000
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis said the State Pension check could "without exaggeration it could be worth £10,000s"
Poole Bridge lane closure needed to fix damaged structure after crash
POOLE Bridge will have a lane closure in a couple of weeks' time to fix railing that was damaged in a crash.
Man arrested after 'sex chat with underage girl' in Bournemouth
A MAN who was involved in ‘sexual chat’ with who he believed was an underage girl has been arrested by police.
Emerging Dorset artist to showcase his work in Poole exhibition
A DORSET artist is set to showcase his latest work at an exhibition in Poole.
River monster caught by 10-year-old
A 10-YEAR-OLD caught a heavy chub while out angling.
Sing-along screening of Wicked to visit Bournemouth
This promises to be an interactive experience, with audiences encouraged to sing along.
Dorset nursery group named world's happiest workplace
The nurseries place a strong emphasis on employee well-being, career development, and sustainability, ensuring that every team member is valued and supported.
BCP Council launches series of arts, culture, history and wildlife walking trails
SIX new walking arts, culture, history and wildlife walking trails have been launched along Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s coastline.
Bournemouth University to show film celebrating cycling
It follows riders taking part in the Chase the Sun event, cycling from coast to coast in a single day, and reveals the personal stories behind the ride.
Poole's first Labour MP proposes new body to oversee foster care
The proposed regulatory body would be made up of representatives of foster care workers and individuals with lived experience of foster care.
Government backs South West's regional partnership
The partnership, which represents Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, plays a crucial role in securing investment and driving business growth.
Town gardening club welcomes new members
Schedules for the show can be found at various venues around town and on the club’s website.
Bournemouth Town Centre BID to participate in national awareness week
These organisations unite the business community with police, the local authority and other key stakeholders, facilitating a collective approach to crime reduction.
Formula 1
LIVE COVERAGE: Follow all the action from second practice for the Australian Grand Prix
Live coverage of Friday's second Formula 1 practice session for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.
HIGHLIGHTS: Watch the action from FP1 in Melbourne as Hamilton debuts for Ferrari, Bearman crashes and Norris tops the times
FP1: Norris tops first practice session of 2025 in Australia as Bearman crashes out
Lando Norris topped the timesheets as the 2025 F1 campaign officially kicked off with Free Practice 1 for the Australian Grand Prix – the McLaren driver leading the way from Williams’ Carlos Sainz in a session that also saw rookie Ollie Bearman experience a heavy crash.
Aston Martin begin use of state-of-the-art new wind tunnel as part of ‘big focus’ on 2026 car
On the eve of the 2025 season, Aston Martin have announced that they are now using their new in-house wind tunnel at the AMR Technology Campus in Silverstone.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow all the action from first practice for the Australian Grand Prix
Live coverage of Friday's first Formula 1 practice session for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.
Las Vegas’ Grand Prix Plaza awarded LEED Silver certification for sustainability efforts
Grand Prix Plaza, home of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, has been awarded LEED Silver certification for new construction by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) – a milestone underscoring Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc.’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
Tickets on sale for fan-first premiere screenings of Apple Original Films' movie 'F1'
To celebrate the start of the 2025 Formula 1 season, tickets are on sale now for fan-first premiere screenings of Apple Original Films’ upcoming film F1 in 25 IMAX locations around the globe.
MUST-SEE: Watch the captivating trailer for Apple Original Films' upcoming 'F1' movie
Fresh from our drivers getting an exclusive first look, it’s now your chance to watch the new trailer for the *F1* movie ahead of the eagerly anticipated June 2025 release.
REVEALED: Check out the global artwork for the new ‘F1’ movie
Formula 1 fans do not have much longer to wait for the F1 movie to hit cinema screens around the world, with excitement over the June 2025 release building by the day.
‘We couldn’t have made this film without him’ – The ‘instrumental’ role that Hamilton and the drivers played in the ‘F1’ movie
Lewis Hamilton has been hailed by the director of the ‘F1’ movie for the “instrumental” role that he played in making the film, with the rest of the grid also praised for showing “remarkable” trust during the filming process at Grand Prix weekends
Team bosses voice excitement for ‘F1’ movie after ‘transformative’ effect of Drive to Survive
Several team bosses have shared their excitement about the upcoming 'F1' movie following the release of a new trailer this week, with many confident that the film can mirror the “transformative” impact of Netflix’s Drive to Survive.
F1 EXPLAINS: Rookie Seasons – with Jenson Button and McLaren’s Tom Stallard
As Kimi Antonelli, Isack Hadjar and Gabriel Bortoleto prepare to start their F1 careers in Australia this weekend, the F1 Explains podcast explores the secrets of a successful rookie season.
‘It’s a tough choice’ – Grosjean predicts how he thinks Ferrari will deal with Leclerc and Hamilton
Former F1 driver Romain Grosjean has given his taken on how he expects Ferrari to handle the dynamic of having Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton as their line-up, with the Frenchman admitting that the squad could face a “tough choice” in who to back as their “number one” driver.
‘A match made in heaven’ – Vowles hails new recruit Sainz as he explains areas where Williams must improve
Williams team principal James Vowles believes the hard-working nature of both the team and Carlos Sainz renders the union a “match made in heaven”.
PRACTICE DEBRIEF: A close fight up front while two midfield teams impress – how is the pecking order looking in Australia?
Melbourne’s Albert Park was rocking as a highly-anticipated Friday practice got under way ahead of what could be Formula 1’s closest ever season. And while teams were keen to keep their cards close to their respective chests, a pecking order of sorts has started to emerge.
What the teams said – Friday in Australia
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Friday practice at the 2025 Australian Grand Prix from the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit.
‘Never say never’ – Hamilton aims to ‘give it everything’ for a Ferrari pole on debut in Australia
Lewis Hamilton has teased fans to “never say never” as he aims for a debut Ferrari pole at the Australian Grand Prix.
F2: Martins inherits pole in Melbourne following Mini’s penalty
ART Grand Prix driver Victor Martins claimed the first Pole Position of the 2025 season, but only after Gabriele Minì was handed a three-place grid penalty for impeding during the Melbourne Qualifying session.
Bearman explains ‘small mistake’ behind his day-ending crash in Australia
Oliver Bearman’s full-season Haas debut ended prematurely with a crash in FP1 preventing him from taking any further part on Friday.
Tsunoda describes ‘happy day in the office’ as Racing Bulls catch the eye during Australian GP practice
Racing Bulls were one of the standout performers during Friday practice for the Australian Grand Prix, with Yuki Tsunoda and Isack Hadjar’s pace catching the attention of their rivals.
Test drive F1 TV Premium with a free trial at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix
For the 2025 season, F1 is giving fans a new way to watch the action with F1 TV’s Premium subscription tier. You can now watch all F1 sessions in 4K Ultra High Definition and HDR, with a customised Multiview feature, across up to six devices.
Russell reflects on ‘really up and down day’ as Mercedes search for soft tyre pace in Australia
Neither George Russell nor Kimi Antonelli were able to challenge the top order with soft tyre pace on Friday in Australia.
Norris rues 'too many inconsistencies' despite strong showing during Friday practice in Australia
Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris were both satisfied with McLaren’s performance during the opening day of action at the Australian Grand Prix, with the pair ending Free Practice 2 in second and third respectively on the timesheets.
HIGHLIGHTS: Relive FP2 in Australia as Ferrari driver Leclerc edges out McLaren rivals Piastri and Norris
After the first official session of the 2025 season, drivers were given one more practice hour on Friday’s schedule at the Australian Grand Prix – with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc leading the way.
WATCH: Join Leclerc for the fastest lap of Friday practice at the Australian Grand Prix
Charles Leclerc and Ferrari started the season-opening Australian Grand Prix weekend on top after setting the pace during Friday’s second practice session in Melbourne.
Verstappen assesses Red Bull’s chances after low-key Friday in Australia as Lawson admits he was ‘just too slow’
Max Verstappen explained after the opening two practice sessions for the Australian Grand Prix that he was “not positively or negatively surprised” about Red Bull’s level of performance, following a quiet start to the weekend from the team.
FIA Team Principals press conference – Australia
TEAM REPRESENTATIVES James VOWLES (Williams), Frédéric VASSEUR (Ferrari), Andy COWELL (Aston Martin)
FP2: Leclerc sets the pace ahead of Piastri and Norris during second practice in Australia
Charles Leclerc has ended Friday at the Australian Grand Prix on top after setting the pace during second practice, the Ferrari driver leading the way from McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
F3: Camara leads TRIDENT 1-2 in Melbourne Qualifying
Rafael Câmara completed a clean sweep on Friday in Melbourne as he claimed the first pole position of the 2025 Formula 3 campaign.
'Lewis has always been nice to me' - Antonelli hails 'great person' Hamilton in heartwarming interaction
Kimi Antonelli has hailed Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton as a "great person" during a friendly exchange ahead of the Australian Grand Prix.
Windows Central
Is WWE 2K25 on Xbox?
2K's new wrestling title WWE 2K25 looks to be its biggest one yet, but is it on Xbox? Here's what we know.
The next Silent Hill game makes a horrifyingly good impression with its reveal trailer, and it seems to support an Xbox exclusive feature
Silent Hill f, the latest game in the horror franchise, got a spooky reveal trailer, while the game seems to support Xbox Play Anywhere.
Avowed update brings more bug fixes and a third-person FOV slider to the Xbox RPG, while a roadmap is coming soon
The latest update for Avowed fixes even more bugs, while Obsidian says a roadmap is coming in the weeks ahead.
Our favorite Xbox controller might get dethroned by this new $200 gamepad
Nacon's new $200 Xbox controller is coming out in just a few weeks, and it looks to compete directly with Razer's Wolverine V3 Pro.
One of 2024's best games is getting a sequel, but it may be a while before we learn more
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3 is now in development, but it'll likely be a while before there's more news.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2's new Patch 1.2 update brings a laundry list of over 1,000 fixes — here are the patch notes
KCD2 has gotten a huge update with Patch 1.2, and it's a great one. Here are the patch notes.
Xbox Play Anywhere just crossed a massive milestone
Xbox Play Anywhere is now supported by over 1,000 games, according to an update from Xbox on Thursday.
Worried about the end of Windows 10 support? This OLED laptop is nearly half price at $499.
Windows 10 support is soon ending, and you might be looking for an affordable Windows 11 PC. I found an OLED Copilot+ laptop that's down to just $499 for a limited time.
Xbox fans may not be able to play Death Stranding 2, but you can buy a $1,500 watch to mark the occasion
The limited-edition Hamilton Death Stranding 2 watch, priced at $1.5K is insanely expensive. Xbox fans—who won't be able to play Death Stranding 2 at launch—might want to get their hands on one anyway.
One of the biggest games of the year now supports "Stream Your Own Game" through Xbox Cloud Gaming at launch
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Shadows will now support "Stream Your Own Game" through Xbox Cloud Gaming at launch.
I use this Windows 11 app every day, and I can't wait to use its upcoming feature
Windows 11's Snipping Tool and Notepad have new updates in testing. Snipping Tool will soon gain a Draw & Hold feature that improves marking up images. Notepad will soon feature an AI-powered summarization tool.
You can complete the new Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Clover Craze event in a day — here's how to speedrun it
If you want to avoid a long grind and complete the newest Black Ops 6 event quickly, here's how.
Microsoft and NVIDIA are teaming up to put more AI in your games — Neural Shading comes to DirectX soon
NVIDIA and Microsoft announced a partnership to bring RTX Neural Shaders to a DirectX preview in April. Here's what you need to know.
I played my Legion Go handheld with this $20 accessory to level up my tabletop and docked gaming sessions
JSAUX Grip Connector for Legion Go unites the handheld controller halves into one easy-to-use gamepad. Our review.
This new Windows 11 feature would be perfect for an Xbox gaming handheld
Windows 11 is about to get a new gamepad keyboard, making it easier to type with a controller. With rumors of an Xbox handheld on the way, the feature could arrive at the perfect time.
NVIDIA's RTX Remix update is a dream for classic video game enthusiasts and it could be the best reason to invest in 50-Series hardware
Some of my favorite old games look awful in 2025, but RTX Remix can change that. If you're a lifelong PC gamer, this might be the reason to buy an RTX 5000 GPU.
Apple Intelligence could be "vaporware" tangled in WWDC's 2024 deceitful concept videos — never to see the light of day
Apple delayed its AI strategy to 2026 with no explanation, and blogger John Gruber shared an interesting account on Apple's AI strategy — and it's rotten.
Microsoft dismisses quantum computing skepticism: "There is a century-old scientific process established by the American Physical Society for resolving disputes"
Scientists have expressed concerns about Microsoft's recent quantum computing breakthrough, citing that it lacks important details.
Laffgaff
What rapper was shot and killed in Los Angeles in 1997?
The Notorious B.I.G.
Bald Devil
Did you hear that the devil is going bald? There's gonna be hell toupee.