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Reeves summons regulators to No 10 in drive for cuts to red tape
The Chancellor will unveil plans to cut bureaucracy as the government continues its bid to slash red tape.
'I had one child and I lost him' - North Macedonia mourns nightclub disaster
Fifty-nine people have been killed following a fire at a nightclub in North Macedonia.
PM faces discontent over benefits system shake-up
Sir Keir Starmer has faced concerns from Labour backbenchers who have expressed anger at proposals.
Poorest children missing more school and further behind after Covid
Those from the lowest income families are now up to 19 months behind peers by the age of 16.
Shut vile death video site, families say, as Ofcom gets new powers
Families want a website showing deaths of their loved ones to be taken down, as the online regulator gets new powers.
Pope seen for the first time since going to hospital
The pontiff has been recovering from pneumonia, after he was admitted last month.
Nearly 42,000 UK asylum seekers waiting on appeal
Refugee Council said the number increased by five times in two years and those appealing still require accommodation.
Grangemouth: A new dawn for the home of UK's oldest oil refinery?
Its history was built on fossil fuels - but now the site's future depends on its reinvention as a green energy industrial hub.
Peace deal must bar Ukraine from Nato, Russian official says
Russia will seek guarantees that Ukraine will remain neutral in any deal, a deputy foreign minister says.
Fifty-three killed in US strikes on Yemen, Houthis say
The US said it launched a "decisive and powerful" wave of air strikes on Houthi targets on Saturday.
The 'giant mega-shed' that has left neighbours in tears
Residents say the 'megashed' towers over their homes, dominating the skyline and blocking the sun.
The Sidemen's reality show, and Selena Gomez's 'love story' album: What to stream this week
This week also sees the release of Snow White, while gamers are getting set for Assassin's Creed Shadows.
Small electric cars were said to be the future – but SUVs now rule the road
Despite dire predictions of climate breakdown, more Sports Utility Vehicles are being spotted on, and off, the roads.
'I've waited my whole life for this': Joyous Newcastle fans celebrate Carabao Cup win
The Magpies beat Liverpool 2-1 in the league cup final - their first major trophy since 1969.
Lyse Doucet: Symbols and substance in Canadian leader's first foreign visits
Mark Carney will be hoping to achieve solid support during his first overseas trip as prime minister.
Rising temperatures to bring UK warm start to spring
Temperatures could reach 18C in the south of the UK on Thursday, the same day as the spring equinox.
British daughter of Gaza hostage says burying father 'incredibly meaningful'
Sharone Lifschitz said it was important all families were reunited with their relatives, both dead and alive
Are US tariffs bringing manufacturing back to Canada?
Canadian firms are having a growing conversation about the need for more homegrown production.
US tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms leave 40 dead and 'staggering' damage
The weather cut a swathe of destruction across an area of the country that is home to more than 100 million people.
Drag star The Vivienne died after taking ketamine, family says
The RuPaul's Drag Race winner's family wants to raise awareness and bring something positive from the "complete tragedy".
Ex-hospital bosses call for inquiry into Letby baby deaths to be suspended
The inquiry's chair says she has had similar requests from Letby's legal team and Tory MP David Davis.
Kate drinks Guinness at St Patrick's Day event
Catherine missed the celebrations last year after being diagnosed with cancer.
British tourist missing after Thailand boat fire
Alexandra Clarke, 26, from London, was on a diving boat with 15 other tourists, local officials say.
The 'giant mega-shed' that has left neighbours in tears
Residents say the 'megashed' towers over their homes, dominating the skyline and blocking the sun.
Telegram founder allowed to leave France following arrest
The billionaire has been accused of failing to properly moderate his app to reduce criminality.
Thames Water's £3bn rescue deal cleared by court
The funding allows the company to continue operating and attempt to restructure its massive debt pile.
Former betting boss says online slot machines need to be slowed down
Stewart Kenny thinks plans to limit stakes for online slots don’t go far enough and games must be slowed down.
Hedge fund millionaire banned by City watchdog
Crispin Odey has also been fined £1.8m by the Financial Conduct Authority for a "lack of integrity".
Farage welcomes 29 councillors who have defected to Reform in recent weeks
Nigel Farage welcomes new members to his party and dismisses Rupert Lowe row as "a bit of turbulence".
Starmer's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma
The debate has sparked a wider dilemma about the broader purpose of welfare
What are PIP disability payments and why could they change?
The Personal Independence Payment is a benefit that helps cover the extra costs of long-term health conditions.
Chris Mason: The trade-offs ministers are looking at
The government is aiming to save money while also protecting those who cannot work.
'I feel sick at the prospect of welfare cuts'
People on long-term sickness and disability benefits have told the BBC they fear how cuts will affect them.
Does cutting benefits actually work?
The government is to set out details of how it will save billions of pounds from the working welfare bill.
Canada's Carney makes statement by choosing Europe, not US, for first foreign trip
The prime minister hopes to achieve solid support as he visits the UK and France, writes Lyse Doucet.
Small electric cars were said to be the future – but SUVs now rule the road
Despite dire predictions of climate breakdown, more Sports Utility Vehicles are being spotted on, and off, the roads.
'Everything is finished': Ukrainian troops relive retreat from Kursk
Five soldiers tell the BBC of their withdrawal in the face of overwhelming firepower and drones.
Grangemouth: A new dawn for the home of UK's oldest oil refinery?
Its history was built on fossil fuels - but now the site's future depends on its reinvention as a green energy industrial hub.
Lockdown kids: Five years on, new research shows pupils still feeling impact
Those from the lowest income families are now up to 19 months behind peers by the age of 16.
Plastic 'nurdles' washed up after ship collision
The cargo ship Solong collided with the tanker Stena Immaculate in the North Sea on 10 March.
White House denies defying judge's order over deportations to El Salvador
An order to halt the removal of 261 people came too late and had "no legal basis" anyway, the White House says.
Statue of peace campaigner Brian Haw unveiled
Brian Haw camped out in Parliament Square for nearly 10 years to protest against UK foreign policy.
Sarah Harding breast cancer study spots 88 women at risk
The study at The Christie in Manchester was set up after Sarah Harding's death, aged 39.
Lithuania accuses Russia over Ikea store fire in its capital city
Nato allies believe Russia is running sabotage operations to undermine European support for Ukraine.
Bournemouth Echo
Online event to explore Studland Bay's marine ecosystems
It is aimed at introducing people to the bay's marine ecosystems and the use of eco-moorings.
Business owner and ex-fireman steps down from council
Fordingbridge Town Council has bid farewell to one of its longest-serving councillors, former firefighter Brian Perkins
Seven more affordable homes delivered at new development
Seven more affordable homes have been handed over to a housing association on the Whitsbury Green development in Fordingbridge
In The Dock: Woman drove while under the influence of three drugs
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Hefty fine for car wash found with illegal workers
A car wash has been fined £180,000 for employing illegal workers continues to trade.
Who is Prue Leith's replacement as Bake Off Stand Up To Cancer series starts?
The Great British Bake Off returns with another celebrity Stand Up To Cancer series but with Caroline Waldegrave replacing judge Dame Prue Leith.
FuturePlaces probe would come with 'significant' costs, warns senior officer
INVESTIGATING controversial FuturePlaces will likely come with a financial cost, a senior council officer has said.
Man denies raping girl aged 14 in park
A MAN from Christchurch has denied raping a 14-year-old girl in a park.
Man dies after emergency at railway station
A man died following an emergency at Poole railway station.
Domestic abuse victim praised after thug's 'vicious' attack
POLICE have praised a domestic abuse victim after she reported a thug who has now gone to jail.
Man seen with blood down jumper after pair stage random attack
A man had his phone stolen during an attack in Boscombe.
Cyclist seriously injured during unexplained incident
The circumstances surrounding how a cyclist was seriously injured remain unknown, police have said.
Man refuses to leave flat and has two-hour stand-off with police
A man was taken away after a stand-off with the police that lasted for around two hours.
Man who 'blocked speed camera van' to make court appearance
A man is due to appear in court after he allegedly blocked the view of a speed camera van.
Road closure needed to remove tree trunk
A ROAD closure is needed while a fallen down tree trunk is removed.
Takeaway handed worst hygiene score in BCP
A takeaway has been handed the worst score possible for its food hygiene standards.
Street light changes 'could make residents' lives healthier'
CHANGES to Dorset’s streetlights could both save money and make life healthier – councillors have been told.
Sandbanks street found to be most expensive to buy a home in the south west
Alington Road in Sandbanks, Poole, was found to be the most expensive street to buy a home in the South West of England according to The Times
Police team tackle drug and vehicle offences in ten days of action
Fordingbridge Policing Team supported colleagues in Ringwood with a drugs warrant, where powders believed to be class A drugs were seized, and an investigation was launched.
Tech company and gym open up on industrial estate
TWO businesses have signed up to an industrial estate in Dorset which is being modernised.
Hundreds celebrate Indian festival in Bournemouth
Residents danced in an array of colours as they celebrate Hindu festival Holi across Bournemouth.
Men posing as gardeners steal from elderly residents
ELDERLY residents in Dorset have fallen victim to burglary after burglars posing as gardeners stole cash from their home.
More than £50k worth of illegal tobacco, cigarettes and vapes seized in shop raids
MORE than £52,000 worth of illegal hand-rolling tobacco, cigarettes and vapes were found in shops across Bournemouth and Poole.
37 mile diversion route in place for 460 metre road closure
A 37 mile diversion route has been put in place for a road closure of 460 metres.
How to apply for Gladiators as BBC hunts for 'bravest' contenders for series 3
Applications for season three of BBC's Gladiators are now open - here's how to apply.
How to claim a free hot drink from Costa - expert reveals little-known trick
LatestDeals.co.uk co-founder Tom Church reveals how to claim a free hot drink from Costa Coffee.
What to do if the personal details on your passport have changed
If your passport details are wrong or have changed, you might need to get a new passport.
What is the difference between 111 and 999? Which to call in medical emergency
In the UK there are two emergency service numbers - 111 and 999. Find out the right situations to call these numbers in.
'Elegant' townhouse renovated in Amanda & Alan's Spanish Job on sale for €245k
A home in Moclín, Granada in Spain that was renovated on BBC's Amanda & Alan's Spanish Job has been put on the market for €245,000 on Rightmove
Formula 1
Wolff admits he forgot Hamilton was not a Mercedes driver during Australian Grand Prix
Toto Wolff has admitted that he forgot at certain times during the Australian Grand Prix that Lewis Hamilton was no longer driving for Mercedes, with the weekend marking the first without Hamilton at the team since 2012.
F1 NATION: An opening win for Norris as Red Bull recover and Ferrari disappoint – it's our Australian GP review
The F1 season came back with a bang in Melbourne, with the opening race of the season throwing up plenty of chaotic moments. But amid the spins, crashes and changeable conditions, Lando Norris emerged with the victory for a dominant McLaren team.
WATCH: See just how close Norris and Piastri’s Australian GP pole battle was with brand new F1 TV ‘Ghost Car’ feature
Lando Norris was the man to beat at the Australian Grand Prix – but a brand new feature on F1 TV shows just how close Oscar Piastri got to his team mate during their Qualifying battle for pole position.
Leclerc admits Ferrari 'are on the back foot’ after ‘tricky’ Australian Grand Prix
Charles Leclerc could not find many positives from a “tricky” first race of the season in Australia that saw him trail home in eighth place behind a slew of midfield runners, with his team mate Lewis Hamilton down in P10.
5 Winners and 5 Losers from Australia – Who started their season in style?
Lando Norris mastered a dramatic Australian Grand Prix that had it all, from sporadic rain showers and Safety Cars to spins and crashes. Lando Norris was the big winner for McLaren, but there was pain for many of his rivals. Lawrence Barretto picks out his winners and losers from Melbourne’s Albert Park.
Horner reflects on 'difficult weekend' for Lawson as he backs Hadjar to recover
Christian Horner has backed Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar to bounce back from a difficult Australian Grand Prix that saw both drivers fail to reach the chequered flag.
FIA issue statement on introduction of 'tougher' rear wing deflection tests from Chinese Grand Prix
The FIA have released a statement confirming that a new rear wing deflection test will be introduced from the Chinese Grand Prix onwards, a decision taken following the season-opening race in Australia over the weekend.
‘I felt for him like a father’ – Anthony Hamilton reveals what he said to Hadjar in heartfelt embrace
Anthony Hamilton has revealed why he rushed to greet Isack Hadjar in the paddock following the Racing Bulls driver’s formation lap shunt at the Australian Grand Prix.
MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: Spins, heartbreak but also early success – how did the 2025 rookies fare in Melbourne?
Melbourne saw Kimi Antonelli, Isack Hadjar, Jack Doohan, Gabriel Bortoleto and near-rookies Liam Lawson and Oliver Bearman all begin their first full-time F1 seasons. In the trickiest of conditions around a punishing track there was a very mixed range of outcomes.
Vowles praises ‘extra strategist’ Sainz for his role in Albon’s impressive top-five finish at Albert Park
As well as heaping praise on Alex Albon, Williams team boss James Vowles praised Carlos Sainz’s input after the squad kicked off their 2025 season with a strong points finish at the Australian Grand Prix.
Windows Central
World of Warcraft's unholy union with titles like 'Animal Crossing' and 'The Sims' is going to make is the most addictive game in history.
World of Warcraft's upcoming Player Housing feature finally gets video footage and more details demonstrating how players can decorate.
I tested this hall-effect Xbox controller and didn't expect to like it, but it won me over in spite of its downsides
The Valor Pro offers a range of pro-level features at a lower price than the brand's usual offerings, but its price tag may still deter much of its target Xbox-centric audience.
Is this Windows 11 'bug' the feature we've been waiting for? Say goodbye to Copilot (for now)
Copilot vanishes from some Windows 11 PCs after an update. Microsoft says it's a bug, but users might have a different opinion.
New Qualcomm Snapdragon G Series chips will power upcoming handhelds — I've never seen anything quite like this one
Qualcomm has announced its three new Snapdragon G Series chips for Android handhelds. Here is info and specs for each one.
I picked 7 of the best Microsoft games of all time to celebrate its 50th anniversary — disagree with these classics if you dare
Microsoft is turning 50, so I decided to rank the top seven most influential Microsoft video games of the past five decades. Let's see if you agree with me.
I thought coding was dead after Anthropic's CEO claimed that AI may take over within 12 months — I was wrong, and AI thinks so, too
Cursor AI refused to generate code for the racing game, recommending manual coding as the best option. It indicated AI-generated code robs users of the opportunity to learn, leading to an unhealthy dependency on AI tools.
Ex-OpenAI founder claims 99.9% of web content will be AI-optimized — Was Bill Gates right about AI replacing humans?
Andrej Karpathy predicts that 99.9% of content will be tailored for large language models (LLMs).
Laffgaff
What planet is named after the Roman god of the sea?
Neptune.
Postcard Museum
Went to the postcard museum the other week. Nothing to write home about.
Itsfoss
Must Know Ollama Commands for Managing LLMs locally
Here are the ollama commands you need to know for managing your large language models effectively.