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Pope Francis's funeral: A visual guide
The procession, the ancient rituals and the symbolic changes - how Pope Francis will make his final journey.
Virginia Giuffre, Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein accuser, dies by suicide
Giuffre alleged she was trafficked to the Duke of York when she was 17, which he has strenuously denied.
Russia and Ukraine 'very close to a deal', says Trump
The US president's envoy meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow, while Ukraine calls for more pressure on Russia.
Steve Rosenberg: All smiles in the Kremlin as Putin sits down with Trump's deal-maker
As Russia and the US seek to repair ties, could they secure a peace deal acceptable to Ukraine, asks the BBC's Russia editor.
Border officers saw a couple behaving oddly with a baby - and uncovered a mystery
The identity of a Nigerian baby brought to the UK remains unknown after an "extraordinary" court case.
Gregg Wallace defends himself against allegations
Wallace stepped away from presenting MasterChef last November in the wake of the claims against him.
BBC licence fee 'unenforceable', says culture secretary
Lisa Nandy tells the Telegraph "no options are off the table" when it comes to its review into the broadcaster's charter.
Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder charge over CEO's killing
The 26 year old is charged with murder and stalking in addition to other state charges.
Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner revealed
Viewers vote for their favourite in Friday's final out of the six stars left in the reality TV house.
Funeral presents chance for 'brush-by' diplomacy
There may be opportunities for impromptu diplomacy at one of the largest gatherings of world leaders in years.
Pope wanted to work until the end, archbishop tells BBC
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Archbishop Paul Gallagher says Pope Francis preferred to "die with his boots on".
'Something different in the air' as hushed Rome reckons with Pope's death
Visitors have noticed a unique atmosphere at the Vatican in the days before Pope Francis's funeral and the conclave.
How much has Elon Musk's Doge cut from US government spending?
BBC Verify has looked at the agency's biggest claimed savings, examining the figures and speaking to experts.
Spring's hot weather to be treat for nature lovers
A spell of hot weather will give a boost to nature as migratory birds return and butterflies emerge.
'They destroyed our history': How war ravaged Sudan's museums
Sudan's national museum is among the institutions that have been looted and vandalised during the war.
'We have more in common with America than the rest of Canada'
In Alberta, many voters feel alienated by the country’s elite - some are even tempted by Trump’s call to join the US.
'I'm voting for the first time after fleeing a dictatorship'
Ghayda and her husband Ahmad say they could never discuss politics in Syria - now, they will vote in Canada's election.
Head teacher in love triangle jailed for wrench attack on rival in school
Anthony Felton's attack was motivated by jealousy and "entirely without precedent", a judge says.
Gang members trafficked women to UK as sex workers
Women were trafficked to the UK from Romania and lived with their "controllers" at rented properties.
Liverpool to introduce 'tourist tax' for visitors
Liverpool hoteliers back plans for overnight visitors to the city to be charged a £2 fee from June.
Trump administration reverses termination of visas for foreign students
The reversal comes as immigration officials work out a new system for reviewing and revoking visas for international students.
DR Congo and Rwanda vow to agree peace plan within days
The two neighbouring nations sign a US-brokered deal aimed at stopping the fighting in eastern DR Congo.
World bids farewell to Pope who told people to 'build bridges, not walls'
Pope Francis has been buried in Rome, with hundreds of thousands of people and dozens of world leaders attending his funeral at the Vatican.
Watch: How Rome said goodbye to Pope Francis
Hundreds of thousands of mourners gather in Rome to pay tribute to the late pontiff.
Zelensky and Trump hold 'very productive' talks at Vatican
The 15-minute meeting was the first time they had come face-to-face since February's acrimonious encounter in the Oval Office.
Virginia Giuffre's death leaves unanswered questions
Her name will forever be associated with the scandals surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and his circle.
Russia claims it has regained full control of Kursk from Ukraine
Ukraine denies Russian claims it has been forced out of the border region.
Trans people should be given alternative facilities to use, watchdog says
It follows the UK Supreme Court's ruling that a woman is defined by biological sex under equalities law.
Will this be the 'anyone but the big parties' local election?
"Slivers" of votes are set to decide the local elections - with the big parties likely to suffer.
Hundreds injured and deaths reported in massive blast at key Iran port
Footage shows wounded people lying on the street and others running away from the site
Three injured after man 'seen with weapons'
West Yorkshire Police say they have arrested a male suspect and cordons remain in place.
Who was there and where did they sit?
Many world leaders and royals have gathered among mourners at the Vatican - here are the pictures of them there.
People line the streets as Popemobile carries coffin through Rome
The Pope has chosen to be buried in a simple coffin at the church of Santa Maria Maggiore.
Virginia Giuffre remembered as 'fierce warrior against sexual abuse'
The prominent accuser of Jeffrey Epstein and the Duke of York has died at the age of 41.
Border officers saw a couple behaving oddly with a baby - and uncovered a mystery
The identity of a Nigerian baby brought to the UK remains unknown after an "extraordinary" court case.
Navy tracks Russian warships through UK waters
Plymouth-based frigate HMS St Albans monitored the Admiral Golovoko as it entered the Channel.
Codenamed gangster ordered acid attacks - then evaded justice for five years
Convicted gang boss Philip Waugh told a hitman he wanted one of his enemies to be "cooked" with acid.
Anger flares at Just Stop Oil 'last day of action'
A van appears to have been driven slowly towards protesters as hundreds marched through London.
M&S orders still on pause after cyber attack
The firm has stopped taking orders on its website and apps, including for food and clothes.
Original Coronation Street star Philip Lowrie dies
The actor, who was seen as a national heartthrob thanks to his roguish role, dies ages 88.
Boy discovers Jurassic fossils in his own garden
The limestone rocks are full of ammonites, which experts believe are about 140 million years old.
Chimpanzees more empathetic than assumed, says study
Durham University finds that chimpanzees are as likely to console as the 'more empathic' bonobo.
Who was the murderer whose skin binds a book?
The story of a notorious killer whose skin covers two books held at a Suffolk museum.
'Ball bike' becomes internet sensation
Inventor James Bruton's bike without wheels has reached eight million views on YouTube.
'Why I hesitate to tell people I'm a Gypsy'
Romany women share their experiences of hiding their heritage for fear of prejudice.
Bournemouth Echo
Sanctum boss: 'It will shut every other club in Bournemouth - they won't compete'
A nightclub boss who has invested three-quarters of a million pounds in his venue's sound and lighting says his new club will "rival every other club in Bournemouth."
Scouts St George's Day parades across Bournemouth and Poole this weekend
The annual Scouts Parade are being held across Bournemouth and Poole this Sunday as thousands are expected to come and watch.
“It's like building a trust between the community”
A unique bakery shed offering handmade cakes and biscuits in Bournemouth is Trader of the Week.
In The Dock: Drug and drink drivers among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Naked novelists strip off for nude writing workshop
Wannabe authors showed off their naked ambition by attending a nude writing workshop in a Bournemouth library.
All Stars to take on Manchester United veterans in Dan Cann fundraiser
Hamworthy United are set to host a team of Manchester United veterans to fundraise for manager and director of football Dan Cann after his diagnosis with motor neurone disease.
Delays on A31 due to 'road rage' incident near Canford Bottom roundabout
Live traffic updates following an incident on the Canford Bottom roundabout
Four injured in major crash as rescuers praise people who helped at scene
FOUR people were injured in a crash which saw one of the vehicles overturn.
Motorcyclist who died after crashing into wall is named
A motorcyclist has been named after he was killed in a fatal crash in Bournemouth.
Authorities slammed as no fines issued for celebrities touching ponies
A New Forest commoner has blasted authorities for letting celebrities flaunt rules, as nobody has been fined for feeding or touching ponies.
Huge bike ride in honour of Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance
"It will be another exciting day across the two counties, bringing people together whilst raising much-needed funds.
Shop to give away free sandwiches to first customers
"Whether you're already a regular or have never visited before, now’s the perfect time to swing by and say 'hello' with a sandwich in hand."
Waterfront office available for first time in 30 years
Haven Quay is within walking distance of Lymington town centre and train station and boasts excellent transport links.
Man sent sexual messages to ‘girl’ and asked for indecent pictures
A man sent sexual messages to a ‘girl’ and asked for indecent pictures, a court heard.
EastEnders star to bring 'riotous' show to Bournemouth
He hosts Barrioke, where he sings with audience members on stage, at venues and festivals across the UK.
Boosting public transport in New Forest would lead to cuts, says councillor
Bolstering public transport in the New Forest would require funding cuts for other services, according to a senior councillor.
'Everything Labour has touched has failed miserably'
How grateful we are for the regular updates the Echo publishes from Mr Geoffrey Booking from Havant as to the success the Labour Government has made of its pre election promises.
Small garden room to be renovated into a dog grooming business
New Forest planning officers have given the green light for the conversion of a garden room into a sole trader's dog grooming salon in the New Forest.
Boscombe bar amongst finalists for 'prestigious' UK awards
Chaplins in Boscombe is amongst other finalists in the Licensee of the Year awards 2025.
Prolific shoplifter ordered to use basket or trolley in every store he enters
A PROLIFIC shoplifter has been ordered to use a basket or trolley every time he enters a store after he was caught stealing £400 of items.
Man seen acting suspiciously while trespassing school and starting fires in town
A MAN has been arrested after he was seen acting suspiciously, trespassing a school and setting things on fire in Wimborne.
Human remains found as police examine abandoned caravan
HUMAN remains have been found in a wooded area and an abandoned caravan is being examined, as police investigate a ‘non-recent’ death.
Boat destroyed after catching on fire near Rockley Point
A boat has been destroyed after it caught on fire at Rockley Point in Poole.
Woman dies after 'condition worsened' following fall
An inquest has opened into the death of a woman from Bournemouth after her condition worsened following a fall.
Police patrol Bournemouth town and beaches to tackle underage drinking
Police are patrolling Bournemouth town centre and nearby beaches in an attempt to crackdown on underage drinking.
New mobile eye clinic opens to help NHS patients and cut waiting times
Each hospital has its own Ophthalmology teams specialising in ocular treatments including cataract surgeries.
Bournemouth businesses collaborate to brighten high street
The displays, featuring a mix of seasonal blooms, are designed to celebrate the arrival of spring and create a welcoming environment for customers and passers-by.
Broadstone Players to stage thriller at local theatre
The cast said rehearsals are going well and are "looking forward" to the performances.
HMRC urges parents to opt-in for Child Benefit as changes come into force
HMRC is urging parents to opt-in for Child Benefit as changes come into force, with many more now eligible and easier ways to pay back charges
Car owned by famous speed record holder to be auctioned
The car was sold after Sir Malcolm's death and had several owners until it was left in a damp garage, decaying over the years.
Law firm donates more than £32,000 to charity partners
The firm will raise funds and awareness for these organisations through various initiatives.
‘Keep busy and dance’: Former model and dancer celebrates 100th birthday
The session, with top choreographer Julie Laming, was focused on Madonna's hit song Vogue.
Health agency issues travel advice ahead of Hajj pilgrimage
Any symptoms of fever, coughing or breathing difficulties within two weeks of leaving Saudi Arabia should prompt immediate contact with a GP or NHS 111.
Couple who met on hard shoulder in heavy rain win competition
They were taken for breakfast and brunch, given a ceramic pottery class and taken on a scenic cruise around Poole Harbour.
School appoints international star as head of netball
She has also been involved in developing the netball programme at the University of Gloucestershire.
Police make 'sweet' arrest after shoplifting incident
The police have urged the public to report any anti-social behaviour or suspicious activities to them.
Longspee Academy pupils take part in inaugural mini marathon
Other students held hand-painted signs to cheer on their fellow pupils and helped with refreshments.
Live at the Apollo star bringing new show to New Milton
Scott Bennett, who began his comedy career in 2009, has been nominated for several comedy awards and has performed at the Royal Variety Performance.
Popular band to perform in Bournemouth as part of new tour
The indie rock band announced this new date as part of a UK tour after the success of their arena tour last month.
NHS hosts event to highlight importance of women's health in Dorset
It was aimed at showcasing how stakeholders have worked together to implement the NHS England Women's Health Strategy.
Former ITV contestant reveals past in prison and drug addiction
She began smoking cannabis at the age of 12 and was regularly using heroin by the age of 17.
Wild swimming and paddleboarding accessories to help you make a splash this year
Wild swimming and paddleboarding accessories can be useful items to make your experience an enjoyable one when out on the water
Forensic spray trialled to tackle anti-social bikers
The initiative is funded by Dorset Police’s Innovation Hub.
Road closures to be aware of in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Cranbrook Road remains closed between Ashley Road and Cynthia Road until Friday, September 5 for gas network installation.
Formula 1
The ‘important’ lessons F1 is learning from the development of sustainable fuels in F2 and F3 ahead of 2026
Innovation in Formula 1 goes beyond the looks of the cars and, with looming regulation changes on the horizon, fuels are becoming an ever-increasing focus for teams and power unit manufacturers in the chase for performance.
Theme park fun, discos with Russell and architect dreams – Getting to know the real Kimi Antonelli
As one of several rookies on the 2025 grid, Kimi Antonelli is the next driver to face F1.com’s Getting to Know quickfire questions. From his earliest karting memories to wild experiences at theme parks, and an amusing dinner party guest list to his passions outside of F1, the Italian teenager shares all in the video player above and transcript below…
Windows Central
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered has already reached 4 million players in its first week
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered already reached 4 million players just a couple of days after launch.
"That was really frustrating for us on the dev side." Halo dev explains how one of the Xbox series' biggest controversies came to be
Nearly 10 years after the game's release, a Halo dev has given details about one of Halo 5's biggest controversies.
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As big hitting Xbox first-party titles head to PlayStation 5, which games would you like to see head the other way?
Xbox is sending some of its first-party franchises to PlayStation for the first time, but in a perfect world, what would Sony send in the other direction?
Best PC gaming desktops for playing The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered in 2025
The Oblivion Remaster is a massive success, but the new graphics are putting old PC hardware to the test. Here are six gaming PCs worth checking out.
Oblivion Remastered loses the most helpful settings on PC thanks to a botched Game Pass update
An evidently-botched update makes The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered lose helpful settings on PC Game Pass.
Microsoft finally ships controversial Windows 11 'Recall' feature after year-long delay — now rolling out to all Copilot+ PCs
First announced in May 2024, Microsoft's Recall feature for Windows 11 is now rolling out on Copilot+ PCs, alongside new Click To Do and AI-powered Search features.
I've been trying to figure out why these AR glasses cost $700, but I'm frankly stumped
The ASUS AirVision M1 AR glasses are functional and complete, but are wildly overpriced and fall far behind the competition. I don't know why they're $700.
Are you playing The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, and if so, what do you think? — Weekend discussion 💬
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is now available, so are you playing it? If so, what do you think?
This new vertical mouse is saving my wrist, and the company I least expected is responsible
Razer has released the Pro Click V2 and Pro Click V2 Vertical Edition, two productivity-focused mice with a heart of gaming tech, and they're interesting.
Laffgaff
Who played the title role in the 1986 movie ‘Crocodile Dundee’?
Paul Hogan.
Yacht Obsession
What do doctors do for people obsessed with yachts? Prescribe anti-buy-yachtics.