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UK temporarily spared from Trump's 50% metal tariffs
The executive order raises import taxes for US firms buying from other countries - but the levy remains at 25% for the UK.
IDF says roads to Gaza aid centres are 'combat zones' as sites close for day
Aid distribution will be halted on Wednesday, with Gazans warned by the IDF not to travel to collection points.
Labour is cosying up to China after years of rollercoaster relations
To some closer ties are a smart economic opportunity, to others there are fears it could risk national security. But either way, is the UK lacking a playbook?
Man killed in racist attack told police he saw similar assault weeks before death
Another Asian man was assaulted by two boys two weeks before Bhim Kohli was fatally attacked.
Chancellor to announce £15bn for transport projects
Money will be spent on tram, train and bus projects in England across the Midlands, North and West Country.
Musk calls Trump's tax bill a 'disgusting abomination'
Billionaire says the bill, which faces a key test in the Senate, undercuts efforts to slash federal spending.
PM warned more funding needed to halve crime against women
Two senior government watchdogs say victim support services are being "pushed to the brink".
RAF chief to lead armed forces, BBC understands
Sir Richard Knighton is set to replace Admiral Sir Tony Radakin as next Chief of the Defence Staff.
Author Bernardine Evaristo 'astonished' to receive one-off £100k prize
The trailblazing novelist says she will use the £100,000 prize money to support other female writers.
Killings near Gaza aid centre will deepen criticism of Israel's new distribution system
Western diplomats are looking on with dismay at the killing of hungry Gazans near aid hubs, writes Jeremy Bowen.
What we know about killings near US-Israeli backed Gaza aid site
BBC Verify examines three deadly incidents which left dozens dead near a controversial aid site in Gaza.
The Papers: 'Good weather' small boat surge and 'tax bombshells'
A mix of stories makes up the front pages, including a surge in small boats crossings.
Boulder attack renews safety concerns for US Jewish communities
A recent spate of attacks targeting Jewish people and institutions has led to calls for heightened security
Jonathan Joss: Three roles the late US actor was known for
Joss was credited with improving the representation of Native Americans on screen, from King of the Hill to Parks and Recreation.
South Korea's new president has a Trump-shaped crisis to avert
Lee Jae-myung secured a storming victory, but his honeymoon will barely last the day.
Dive-bombing buzzard forces school to close playground
Pupils have been ordered to stay inside after the buzzard swooped into a primary school playground in East London.
Suspended Met officer spent five years on full pay
Commander Julian Bennett is sacked after being suspended since July 2020 over drug claims.
Brits could face death over Bali 'Angel Delight' drugs plot
The trio are accused of being involved with smuggling cocaine disguised as packets of Angel Delight.
The Today Debate: Israel-Gaza - are we witnessing war crimes?
The BBC’s Anna Foster hosts a debate to discuss whether there have been war crimes in Israel and Gaza.
Lady Gaga and Pulp rumoured for surprise Glastonbury sets as full line-up revealed
With three weeks to go, the UK's biggest festival unveils its full line-up, plus a few mystery sets.
MI5 lied ‘deliberately and repeatedly’ in neo-Nazi spy case, BBC tells High Court
MI5 apologises for false evidence but says contempt of court proceedings would not be “appropriate”.
Dutch government collapses after far-right leader quits coalition
The decision, which sparked anger among Geert Wilders' coalition partners, will pave the way for new elections in the Netherlands.
Trump speaks with Putin about Ukraine and Iran
Putin told him that he will have to respond to Ukraine's recent drone attacks, Trump said in a social media post.
Watch: Act now to save lives in Gaza, International Red Cross chief urges world leaders
Mirjana Spoljaric has appealed to world leaders to intervene in the conflict in Gaza.
Winter fuel payments to be reinstated this year as PM challenged over U-turn
Rachel Reeves says more people will get winter fuel payment "this winter", but details over how many will get it remain unclear.
Madeleine McCann search goes on but is it 18 years too late?
Searches have resumed in Portugal nearly two decades after the three-year-old went missing.
Body found in search for stag party Scot missing in Portugal
Greg Monks was reported missing in Albufeira last week after travelling to the resort for a stag party.
National Trust covers artwork referencing JK Rowling after tampering
A campaigner removed stitching on an artwork which covered the Harry Potter author's name.
Ros Atkins on... The White House claims on BBC Gaza coverage
On Tuesday White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt launched an attack on the BBC's coverage of reports that Israeli forces had killed Palestinians near an aid distribution centre in Gaza. She claimed that the BBC took down a story after reviewing footage. The BBC has said the claim is completely wrong and that it stands by its journalism. Ros Atkins from BBC Verify takes a look at the facts.
Eleven die in crush as cricket fans gather for IPL victory parade in Bengaluru
Thousands of people lined the streets on Wednesday to welcome the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Police probe hospital deaths as BBC sees documents suggesting harm to patients
Patients who died at Castle Hill Hospital near Hull may have suffered avoidable harm, documents suggest.
A-ha star Morten Harket diagnosed with Parkinson's
The Norwegian says he has no problem accepting the diagnosis but does not feel like singing.
200-year-old condom with explicit print displayed in Amsterdam
The sheath is part of an exhibition on 19th Century prostitution and sexuality.
Why Labour is strengthening ties with China after years of rollercoaster relations
To some, it’s a smart opportunity. To others there are security concerns. But either way, is there a playbook?
Watch: Searching derelict and desolate area in Madeleine McCann case
Police are searching an area where prime suspect, Christian Brückner, stayed at the time of Madeleine's disappearance.
How much is the winter fuel payment and who will get it?
The government has confirmed it will reverse some of the recent changes to the winter fuel payment.
Simon Jack: Tariff relief for UK but new clock ticking on US deal
If the UK's deal with the US is not finalised by 9 July, the UK's tariff on steel will go back up to 50%.
'I was Birmingham's most prolific shoplifter - now I've turned my life around'
Keeley Knowles shoplifted to fuel a heroin addiction but says a police project helped save her life.
My daughter was killed by her ex-partner. The delayed review into her abuse has broken me
The reviews aim to prevent future attacks but just 1% are completed on time, BBC research suggests.
Scammers stole £47m from HMRC in phishing attack
Some customers have been told their accounts are locked to prevent further scam claims.
Cologne evacuates 20,000 so WW2 bombs can be defused
The German city cordons off a huge area, calling it the largest evacuation since the end of World War Two.
'I need a hug' - Singer Jessie J says she has breast cancer
The singer says she will "disappear for a bit" to have surgery.
Meghan shares new photos of Lilibet to mark fourth birthday
The Duchess of Sussex releases rare photos of Princess Lilibet to mark her birthday.
Man killed in racist attack told police he saw similar assault weeks before death
Another Asian man was assaulted by two boys two weeks before Bhim Kohli was fatally attacked.
Man accused of murdering 14-year-old in Hainault wanted to kill many, court hears
Marcus Monzo is on trial accused of murdering Daniel Anjorin 14, in Hainault last year.
Bournemouth Echo
'It was horrendous': Man 'disgusted' at rubbish left on Bournemouth beach
A man has stated that he is 'disgusted' by the amount of rubbish that was left on Bournemouth Beach this past weekend.
In The Dock: Man caught with cocaine, ketamine and cannabis in Bournemouth
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Trees collapse into river after embankment gives way ‘overnight’
TREES collapsed into a river after an embankment gave way ‘overnight’ in Christchurch.
Woman says she wants direct flights from Bournemouth to her Italian hometown
An Italian woman who has made Bournemouth her home for more than a decade is calling for direct flights from the town’s airport to her coastal hometown in southern Italy.
'We must do all we can to attract people to Bournemouth'
There have been some residents who have suggested visitors should have to pay for free spaces on the cliff tops in town to bring in extra money. That's rather mean spirited.
Gym of the Year 2025 finalist: Mackenzies Gym
A gym involved in initiatives to reduce knife crime in BCP said it is “honoured” to be shortlisted in the Daily Echo’s Gym of the Year competition.
'Police need all the support they can from the public'
Let me start by saying I am not in any way connected with PC Castle or the police force.
'Shame on this government for its cruelty towards animals'
This government is planning to rush through legislation permitting developers to demolish badger setts on land that they own in order to "speed up housebuilding".
More than 41 million phishing scams reported - here's how to spot one
Action Fraud has initiated a phishing awareness campaign, urging people to report suspicious emails and messages.
Fundraising appeal launched for new community shed
The shed helps many organisations in the town, including Ringwood Town Council, Ringwood Library, community farm, care homes and schools.
Mayor of Wimborne Minster raises more than £8000 for charity
Councillor Hart expressed his gratitude to the community for their support throughout the year.
Vet issues warning over TikTok 'dog ice bucket challenge'
A new trend called the "dog ice bucket challenge" has taken off on social media.
Arts by the Sea festival to launch first-ever fringe festival
The festival is powered in collaboration with We Broke Free, the South Coast’s renowned live music curators.
Firm's plea to businesses after high-profile cyber attacks
He pointed out that recovery from these incidents can be time-consuming and costly due to business disruption, lost sales or IT-related expenses.
Parking ban to be enforced for more than four months
A parking ban will be enforced for more than four months in Poole.
Dorset man to retrace WWII route across Europe in Jeep
The route includes visits to battle sites, memorials, museums and more than 40 cemeteries to honour nearly 200 fallen soldiers.
Schoolboy signs football scholarship with professional club
"This scholarship is a testament to his hard work, natural ability and the support he has received from his family and the Exeter City academy."
Funding applications open with up to £100,000 available
The CIL offers up to £100,000 for infrastructure projects by community groups, charities, schools, and statutory infrastructure providers.
Dorset author to talk about her search for a father figure
The book was published by William Collins in 2024 and has been optioned for a TV series by a major production company.
Bournemouth restaurant offers free drinks this Father's Day
"It's the perfect way to say thank you - for the lifts, the laughs, and the life advice you didn’t ask for but needed all the same."
Student launches campaign to 'normalise breastfeeding in public'
Despite not being a mother herself, Miss Bardsley was inspired to support those who struggle with public breastfeeding.
'Joyful' choir for people affected by cancer at risk of closure
However, without new trustees and sponsorship, the choir, described as "joyful," could face closure.
Law firm continues ninth season of sponsorship with speedway team
"They delivered just this with their remarkable treble last season and we look forward to supporting them through another year of success."
Specialist team of midwives marks one year of supporting new parents
A maternity team at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust has celebrated its first anniversary, receiving recognition for its support of new parents and families.
Award-winning RHS Chelsea garden to be moved to New Forest
The garden is crafted from natural materials and is inspired by the landscapes of North Norfolk.
Trial shuttle bus linking popular attractions extended
The main purpose of the shuttle is to reduce road traffic by providing a public transport link to these attractions, especially during the busy summer season.
Business started in spare room nominated for national award
"I started in 2023 from our spare bedroom and we now export 95 per cent of our product worldwide.
Dorset named among best counties in England for care homes
Other counties in the top ten include Cambridgeshire, Cleveland, Tyne and Wear, Middlesex, County Durham, Cumbria, Surrey and Somerset.
Bournemouth Vegan Festival to take place in September
Visitors can expect a wide range of vegan products and services, including cooked foods, cakes, chocolates, beauty products, clothing and much more.
Garden fayre at special needs college raises more than £7000
The college is a specialist further education centre for young adults with autism spectrum conditions and social, emotional and mental health needs.
Date revealed for last chance to see giant mermaid sculptures
Visitors can win one of two mini tails, meet the trail artists and paint their own mini mermaid tail sculpture.
Family calls for change after son killed by carbon monoxide from faulty heater
In October 2015, Tom Hill, 18, died after a faulty portable flueless gas heater released lethal levels of carbon monoxide into a bathroom.
Housebuilder volunteers 480 hours to community causes
Staff have taken part in activities such as litter picking during lunch breaks, painting, decorating and marshalling at events.
Popular Bournemouth festival to be ticketed for first time
The organisers, Stir Events CIC, have emphasised that this is a "use it or lose it" moment for the community festival.
'I just wanted to do something in memory of my mum'
Bournemouth man to cycle for 31 hours in memory of his mother
Two businesses named and shamed for not paying National Minimum wage
Two businesses based in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole have been named by the UK Government for failing to pay the national minimum wage to employees.
Public asked for views on nuclear site decommissioning plans
Feedback is being sought on environmental permits to continue decommissioning the Winfrith nuclear site.
Bournemouth couple doing five-mile wheelchair push for charity
A Bournemouth couple is gearing up for a five-mile wheelchair push to raise funds and awareness for a local charity close to their hearts.
WATCH: Police release video of arrest that led to officer’s sacking
Police have released footage of an officer who “behaved aggressively and used unreasonable force” while arresting a boy, 15, to combat “misinformation”.
Air ambulance lands near beach after man stabbed in Bournemouth
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in Bournemouth.
Covid NB.1.8.1 cases 'rapidly' rising - what is known about new variant so far
Here is what is known about the new Covid NB.1.8.1 variant from cases in the UK, symptoms, what the World Health Organisation has said and more.
One of the longest-living sharks lurking in shallow UK coastal waters
Find out more about the Spiny Dogfish/Spurdog Shark, including if it's dangerous, where to find it in the UK, and what it looks like.
Search continues for missing 79-year-old from Poole
Officers from Dorset Police have issued a renewed appeal as searches continue for missing man Michael from Poole.
Got to catch 'em all: pair sought after near £1,000 Pokémon card theft
CCTV images have been released of two men police want to identify after £900 worth of Pokémon cards were stolen from a supermarket warehouse in Bournemouth.
Fire tears through woodland in the early hours
A fire tore through a woodland prompting a large emergency response.
Motorcyclist taken to hospital with leg injury following crash
A person was taken to hospital with a leg injury following a crash involving a motorbike and a car in Poole.
Ryanair launches two new routes from Bournemouth Airport
Ryanair has released its full summer 2025 schedule, featuring more than 2,000 routes to more than 230 destinations, now available for booking.
Search for missing man who ‘can become easily confused’
A SEARCH is underway for a missing man who ‘can become easily confused’
Tesco introduces new way customers can collect Clubcard points just by parking
Tesco has introduced a new way UK customers can collect Clubcard points just by parking their vehicle at car parks across the country.
Martin Lewis: How to cut council tax bills and get a rebate today
Martin Lewis has reminded householders to check their council tax band, and make sure they aren't being overcharged.
Tesco Clubcard announces changes for customers with new deals on offer
Tesco has announced changes to its Clubcard scheme for shoppers as part of its 30th birthday celebrations
Formula 1
PALMER: How Oscar Piastri turned his weaknesses into strengths and became the championship favourite
Former Formula 1 driver and F1 TV pundit and analyst Jolyon Palmer takes a close look at how Oscar Piastri has launched himself into the title lead
MUST-SEE: Enjoy a sneak peek of a scene from the ‘F1’ movie
With just weeks to go until the release of 'F1', a new clip has dropped giving a sneak peek at a scene from the hotly-anticipated film.
Ocon hoping Haas can ‘get back where we belong’ in Canada as Bearman admits Spain ‘exposed a few weaknesses’
Haas drivers Esteban Ocon and Ollie Bearman are looking to bounce back at the next round on the calendar in Canada after a challenging weekend at the Spanish Grand Prix saw them end the race down in P16 and P17 respectively.
Stella hails Piastri’s progress after 1-2 in Spain as he explains ‘risk’ posed by McLaren’s strategy
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has praised the performance of Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris after the squad brought home another 1-2 result in the Spanish Grand Prix, a race in which he admitted they had faced a “degree of risk” by sticking to a two-stop strategy.
THIS WEEK IN F1: 10 tricky quiz questions on the Spanish Grand Prix
As usual, we've whipped up a quick quiz for you to see if you were paying attention to the on-track action in Barcelona over the weekend...
Aston Martin's Krack provides more background on Stroll’s injury with ‘Plan A’ for Canadian to race on home soil
Aston Martin’s Chief Trackside Officer, Mike Krack, has shared some more insight into Lance Stroll’s withdrawal from last weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix, as well as when he might be able to return to action.
BEYOND THE GRID: Valtteri Bottas on his break from racing, pushing for an F1 return and talks with Cadillac, Alpine and more
This year is the first time Valtteri Bottas isn’t racing in Formula 1 since he started as a rookie in 2013, but the 10-time Grand Prix winner says the sport is “still the number one thing in my life” and his priority is to get back on the grid in 2026.
Bottas admits Cadillac ‘a very interesting project’
Valtteri Bottas has made clear that he is “not done yet with Formula 1” and has “more to give” the sport in the future, with the 10-time Grand Prix winner still exploring his options of making a return to the grid.
Windows Central
I used Elden Ring Nightreign's best Executor build that liquefies bosses with triple status effects — it's so broken that I'm never using anything else
The Executor in Elden Ring Nightreign excels at parrying enemies, but the best build for him ignores that mechanic entirely and melts them with status effects instead. Here's how it works.
The real story behind Steve Ballmer's "Developers!" chant — a concoction of Microsoft's flawed "just a platform company" culture and a dire need to collaborate with third-party developers
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer recently revealed that there's much more to his viral Developers chant than just hype. It is a call to action for Microsoft to engage with third-party developers to build on top of its platforms.
People are using ChatGPT to generate pictures of their perfect match based on looks — mine just made my brother
People are using ChatGPT's image generation to create their perfect romantic match based purely on appearance.
"This isn't good enough": The Elden Ring Nightreign Digital Foundry tech review is here, and both Xbox and PS5 players will be disappointed by the results
Now that Elden Ring Nightreign is out, Digital Foundry has conducted its tech review of FromSoftware's spinoff action RPG — and the results are rather disappointing for Xbox and PlayStation users.
How to watch Summer Game Fest, Xbox Games Showcase, and other summer 2025 gaming events
Summer Game Fest, the Xbox Games Showcase, and other major events return for 2025. Here's how to watch all big summer gaming events for 2025.
I still hate the new Outlook, but it's more tolerable after this update
Microsoft updated the new Outlook with offline support, email coaching, and Copilot tools, but the app still doesn’t match the old Mail & Calendar.
Elden Ring Nightreign devs promise duos mode and "enhanced" boss fights along with DLC, but this core feature is still missing
Elden Ring Nightreign developer FromSoftware has announced that a duos mode is coming to the roguelike ARPG, with "enhanced" versions of its Nightlord bosses dropping later this month.
NVIDIA RTX GPUs can't get past the 'Hell Is Us' demo intro without crashing — developer offers a temporary fix
Hell Is Us developer Rogue Factor recently released a PC demo on Steam, and it looks like NVIDIA RTX GPUs are having a hard time getting past the cinematic intro.
Microsoft Edge for Android will copy this Google Chrome feature for private browsing
Microsoft Edge for Android is testing a feature that locks InPrivate tabs behind a PIN or biometric login, mimicking a long-standing Chrome feature.
One of Linux's big hitters declares your Windows 10 PC "is toast," and one angle needs talking about MUCH more
KDE is one of the big hitters in the Linux world, and it's ready to accept what it calls "Windows 10 exiles" while pulling no punches over Microsoft's Windows 11 upgrade policy.
'The budget card to beat right now' — Radeon RX 9060 XT reviews are in, and it looks like a win for AMD
Gamers are desperate for a mid-range GPU with 16GB of VRAM that's reasonably priced, and it looks like AMD is about to deliver with its Radeon RX 9060 XT.
No longer a student? This Microsoft 365 deal is perfect for recent graduates.
Microsoft 365 is no longer free once you leave school. This limited-time deal saves you 30% on Word, Excel, and more.
Console UX on a Windows PC gaming handheld? 'Winhanced' wants to beat Microsoft and Xbox to the punch.
Winhanced might not yet be ready for the prime time, but if you're an enthusiast, the community-led project is aiming to beat Xbox to the UX punch on Windows 11.
One of Microsoft's biggest hardware partners joins its "bold strategy, Cotton" moment over upgrading to Windows 11, suggesting everyone just buys a Copilot+ PC
Laptop makers will always want to sell new laptops, but the impending end of life of Windows 10 is leading to the most tone-deaf of marketing.
Sam Altman's ouster from OpenAI was so dramatic that it's apparently becoming a movie — Will we finally get the full story?
A new movie might be in the works, capturing the events that ensued before, during, and after Sam Altman's firing. It will reportedly be called "Artificial" and is already in development in the Amazon MGM Studios.
In Sam Altman's world, the perfect AI would be "a very tiny model with superhuman reasoning capabilities" for any context
Sam Altman recently painted a clear picture of what a perfect AI system would be like — a very tiny model with superhuman reasoning capabilities.
Players aren't buying Call of Duty's "error" excuse for the ads Activision started forcing into the game's menus recently
Ads for in-game cosmetics began to show up in Call of Duty’s in-game gunsmith, prompting outrage from fans before Activision removed them. Despite the publisher’s claim the ads were introduced in error, players are voicing distrust about the mistake and the ongoing increase in monetization efforts.
Laffgaff
Who performed the theme song for the Bond movie ‘Live and Let Die’?
Paul McCartney and Wings.
Bed Myth
I heard a myth about a single bed placed on top of another one, and attached with a ladder. Fortunately, I was able to debunk it.
Itsfoss
My Favorite Obsidian Plugins and Their Hidden Settings
Sharing my favorite Obsidian plugins that add useful extra features to my knowledge base.