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Nurses to vote on pay deal as potential strike looms
The ballot is being billed by representatives as the biggest single vote by the profession in the UK.
NHS calls for 200,000 new blood donors as supplies run low
The health service issued an "amber alert" last year and stocks remain low ever since.
Home secretary yet to agree deal days before spending review
Housing secretary Angela Rayner reached a settlement with the Treasury on Sunday evening, the BBC understands.
Britain's energy bill problem - and why firms are paid to not provide power
Could the government's radical plan to change the way the UK distributes electricity really bring down bills - or just lead to a postcode lottery?
Brit Awards to leave London for Manchester after 48 years
Next year's Brits are to be held at Co-op Live in Manchester.
Walking your dog, the latest act of rebellion in Iran
Dogs are vieved as "unclean" by Islamic officials, but ownership is rising as a form of quiet rebellion.
UK proposes wider ban on destructive bottom trawling
The government wants to prohibit bottom trawling from more protected areas of English waters.
It's the Race Across The World finale, and Love Island is back: What's coming up this week
Ed Sheeran is also on the Louis Theroux podcast this week, and it's the finale of I Kissed a Boy.
All it took was a rumour, and Los Angeles erupted in protest
Claims that day labourers were being rounded up trigger violent protests in a city on edge over deportations.
The papers: Trump's LA 'face-off' and NHS out for blood
Donald Trump's crackdown on the LA immigration protests features prominently on Monday's papers.
Bowen: Israel is accused of the gravest war crimes - how governments respond could haunt them for years
Distinguished lawyers, senior humanitarians and diplomats tell Jeremy Bowen why they are increasingly concerned about the catastrophe inside Gaza.
How did abuse of vulnerable children go undetected for a decade?
Parents are demanding answers over how Daniel Clarke was able to sexually abuse vulnerable children.
The forgotten story of India's brush with presidential rule
Indira Gandhi's aides pushed for a presidential system - centralising power and sidelining courts and parliament.
Government considers social media time limits for children
The BBC understands proposals include a two-hour cap on apps and a 22:00 curfew.
Two charged with murder after boy, 16, killed in 'hit-and-run'
The teenager was walking on Staniforth Road in Sheffield when he was hit by a car, police say.
Israel says Hamas Gaza chief Sinwar's body identified
The Israeli military says Mohammed Sinwar's body was discovered in a tunnel at a hospital.
'I burst into tears': How airline carry-on confusion triggered legal row
Budget airlines may be forced to standardise rules on underseat bags, under a proposed change to EU law.
Tice denies Reform UK in chaos as Yusuf returns two days after quitting
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice says the party knows "exactly what it is doing" after a dramatic two days.
Three-quarters of pensioners to get winter fuel payment after U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says all pensioners on less than £35,000 will now qualify for the payment.
Chris Mason: Labour hopes to put winter fuel misstep behind them
Ever since the original decision, Labour MPs have grumbled they've been taking heat for it.
The Day Of The Jackal author Frederick Forsyth dies
The best-selling author has died at the age of 86, his agent says.
Hospital convicted of safety failings over woman's death in mental health unit
An NHS trust was cleared of manslaughter but convicted of safety failings in the death of a patient.
Plastic surgeon jailed for life for trying to kill colleague
Jonathan Peter Brooks stabbed Graeme Perks, leaving his colleague with a "95% chance of dying".
Prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine under way
The prisoners of war being exchanged are wounded or under 25 years old, President Zelensky says.
Glastonbury ticket sales cut to avoid overcrowding
Organiser Emily Eavis says they have sold "a few thousand less tickets" to see what impact it makes.
Xbox handheld console finally revealed after a decade of speculation
The ROG Xbox Ally will use Game Pass on-the-go - meaning subscribers start off with hundreds of games.
Australian journalist hit by rubber bullet
Channel Nine's Lauren Tomasi appeared to be hit by a non-lethal round as she reported from the scene.
Everything we know about the protests
Dozens have been arrested after clashes with officers in America's second city, with National Guard members now deployed.
Anthony Zurcher: This is a political fight Trump is eager to have
The president sees immigration and law and order as winning issues. Critics say deploying the National Guard is inflammatory.
Britain's energy bills problem - and why firms are paid huge sums for unwanted power
Could the government's radical plan to change the way the UK distributes electricity really bring down bills - or just lead to a postcode lottery?
'We were friends of the US': Fearful Afghans face Trump travel ban
Thousands living under Taliban rule worry for their futures after Afghanistan was included in a US travel-ban list.
Spending Review: When is it and what might Rachel Reeves announce?
The Chancellor faces tough choices about spending across different government departments.
'I was angry Southport killer did not face me in court'
A teenager who was injured by Axel Rudakubana says he was a "coward" for not facing her in court.
Our son was funny and caring, say parents of boy, 14, stabbed to death in Manchester
Ibrahima Seck, who was killed on Sunday, was described as a "smiley, funny" boy by his parents.
NHS calls for 200,000 new blood donors as supplies run low
The health service issued an "amber alert" last year and stocks remain low ever since.
Oceans cannot become 'wild west', warns UN chief
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres spoke at the start of the UN Oceans Conference in Nice, France.
Teenager jailed in Dubai over sex with girl, 17, pleads for early release
The Londoner was jailed in December for a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old British girl.
Prosecution case is like a movie script, Mark Gordon says in closing speech at Old Bailey
In his closing speech, Gordon says the prosecution case is "just a show, an act".
US and China meet for trade talks in London
Fresh talks aimed at resolving the trade war between the world's two largest economies are taking place.
I forgave Yusuf, says Farage after burka row
Nigel Farage says Zia Yusuf plunged the party into a "difficult place" after criticising an MP and quitting as chair.
Bournemouth Echo
University staff to strike after "disgraceful" job cuts plans
Bournemouth University staff will begin four days of strike action on Wednesday in opposition to a “devastating attack” by the university.
Bournemouth needs Sure Start back - nothing less will do
When I talk to parents across Bournemouth East, one thing keeps coming up: the lack of early support for families. It’s clear what’s missing – Sure Start.
Business fundraising to save Christmas spirit
Westbourne businesses are crowdfunding to raise money to bring Christmas lights to streets this winter
LIVE: Future of air festival hangs in the balance as councillors set to discuss event
THE future of the Bournemouth Air Festival hangs in the balance as councillors set to discuss in meeting
RECAP: One lane closed on A31 for third day amid murder investigation
One lane of the A31 is closed westbound this morning amid the Yajaira Castro Mendez murder probe
Police chase 'ram-raider' ATM thief 30 miles into Dorset
An ATM was ripped from a Co-op in the early hours of this morning, which police pursued almost 30 miles into another county
Road reopens following three days of 'murder' investigation works
The A31 has reopened after three days of closures following the discovery of a woman’s body.
Filming for popular gameshow starts on Bournemouth beach
Filming for popular gameshow, 'You Bet!', started on the beach near Boscombe Pier this morning.
Four due in court after 'stabbing' in Bournemouth
A teenager has been arrested after he allegedly stabbed another man and assaulted an emergency worker in Bournemouth Town Centre.
Fake guns seized from address in Poole
A 'number of' suspected replica firearms were located and seized from an address in Churchill Road in Parkstone, Poole.
Jewellery and money stolen in spate of 'linked' burglaries
Four separate burglaries of money and jewellery incidents reported in Dorset are believed to be ‘linked’.
Award-winning ale micropub in village centre up for sale
An award-winning micropub specialising in ale in the New Forest is up for sale for £650,000.
New homeware shop opens at landmark redevelopment
Bramble & Bluebell one of three units at a brand-new landmark redevelopment in the New Forest town of Lyndhurst.
'Innovation centre' and philanthropic landowners needed to build future homes
AN ‘innovation centre’ to train modern house-building skills and philanthropic land owners are two of the things needed to provide future low-energy homes in Dorset.
South West Ambulance Service to get more than 70 new vehicles
NHS services across the south west will receive 71 new ambulances as part of the government’s plans to improve emergency care.
Dorset beauty spot one of best small attractions in UK
A Dorset beauty spot is celebrating a prestigious win after being named one of the best small attractions in the UK.
Historic house applies for alcohol licence for events
MINTERNE House is applying for a drinks licence – mainly for events, including weddings.
Offshore Powerboat race to roar into Bournemouth this weekend
The Poole Bay 100 Offshore Powerboat race will take place this weekend.
'When will there be a bus stop outside the library?'
YOU, dear reader, may well be grateful for the new pavements in Christchurch.
Horse trailer stolen while owner dealt with vehicle issue
A horse trailer stolen from Dorset in the early hours of Friday.
Three people taken to hospital after two-vehicle crash
EMERGENCY services attended a two-vehicle crash in Dorset on Sunday evening.
Four EFL clubs in financial distress, up from two last year
"This data illustrates the knife-edge many clubs without the bigger TV deals to boost the club revenues are on."
Formula 1
WATCH: Formula 1’s biggest names relive their careers through ‘F1 Memory Box’ on F1 TV
F1 TV subscribers are being treated to another exclusive series thanks to the launch of ‘F1 Memory Box’, which involves legends of the sport reliving their incredible careers with never-before-seen footage.
GALLERY: Check out Haas’ special livery for their 200th Grand Prix in Canada
Haas have shown off a special livery design for the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix, where the team will celebrate their 200th race since entering the sport almost a decade ago.
F1 NATION: It’s our Canadian Grand Prix preview
After a week off, Formula 1 is back in action this weekend with the Canadian Grand Prix and our F1 Nation crew are here to discuss all of the big talking points ahead of the event in Montreal.
Bottas assesses chances of racing for Red Bull or Alpine as he weighs up future options
Valtteri Bottas has given his take on whether Red Bull or Alpine could be options for him as he looks to make a return to the grid, with the Mercedes reserve driver also revealing how far negotiations went with both teams last year when searching for a 2025 drive.
5 storylines we’re excited about ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix
After a dramatic and at times controversial end to the triple header in Spain, the teams and drivers have all had a weekend without racing before making the trip across the Atlantic Ocean. Heading to a track that has often provided drama, there are plenty of unanswered questions arriving in Montreal.
Windows Central
"Celebrate 25 years of Xbox with ... a classic that's been with us since the beginning." Did Phil Spencer just tease a new Halo game for 2026?
During Microsoft's 2025 Xbox Games Showcase, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer may have teased a new Halo game coming in 2026 to celebrate Xbox's 25th anniversary.
7 things you need to know from Xbox's The Outer Worlds 2 Direct, plus juicy Grounded 2 details for Obsidian's other sequel
Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase gave us a huge look at both The Outer Worlds 2 and Grounded 2 from Obsidian. Here's an in-depth overview of everything the developer had to show.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide unleashes a violent gameplay reveal for the new upcoming Arbites Class
Fatshark has uploaded a gameplay reveal trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide's new Arbites Class, an Imperial law enforcer who blasts enemies with shotguns and commands a Cyborg-Mastiff in battle.
Berserk or Die is a new game published by Poncle, creators of Vampire Survivors
Berserk or Die is a wild, fast-paced hack-and-slash from Nao Games and Poncle, the creators of Vampire Survivors
The era of $80 Xbox games has officially arrived, there's no hiding from it now
We knew it was coming, no matter how much we hated it. The era of $80 Xbox first-party games has officially arrived, and there's no going back.
You can get a Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 themed reward in Black Ops 6 right now, but you have to be quick
To celebrate the reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Activision is giving players a themed rewards to use in Black Ops 6. But you don't have long to claim it. Here's what you have to do.
Double Fine announced its new game, and I'm so ready to play as a sentient lighthouse
From the studio that brought us Psychonauts and Grim Fandango comes a new adventure where you play as a moving lighthouse. It looks charming and strange.
A new game from the team behind Spiritfarer was just unveiled during the Xbox Games Showcase
Thunder Lotus, the developers behind the heartbreaking indie Spiritfarer, has unveiled the action adventure game At Fate's End, coming to Xbox in 2026.
Gears of War: E-Day is coming in 2026, as Phil Spencer shares an update during Xbox Games Showcase 2025
Gears of War: E-Day is launching in 2026, as shared by Phil Spencer during Xbox Games Showcase 2025.
There is no Forza Horizon 6 this year, but Phil Spencer did tease it for the Xbox 25th anniversary in 2026
Forza fans were hoping for Horizon 6 to be part of the Xbox Games Showcase and were left disappointed. But there's light at the end of the tunnel. Or in Xbox's 25th anniversary year.
All 17 Xbox Game Pass games shown at the Xbox Games Showcase 2025
The Xbox Games Showcase 2025 showed off a plethora of upcoming video games heading to Xbox and PC platforms. Here's every one coming to Xbox Game Pass, too.
The rumored Persona 4 Remake has now been officially announced for Xbox, Xbox Game Pass, and PC Game Pass as 'Persona 4 Revival'
Atlus has appeared at the Xbox Games Showcase to show off the world premiere of the Persona 4 Remake, and it's launching on Xbox consoles, PC Game Pass, and Xbox Game Pass.
Final Fantasy VII Remake and Final Fantasy XVI are FINALLY launching for Xbox consoles — One of which is available right now!
Square Enix has announced during the Xbox Games Showcase that Final Fantasy VII Remake and Final Fantasy XVI will finally be making their way to Xbox consoles.
"The full Call of Duty package": Black Ops 7 has been confirmed during the Xbox Games Showcase, and no, it is not an expansion
Activision and Xbox have confirmed that Call of Duty 2025 is officially titled Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and will not be an expansion but rather a full experience with a coop campaign, multiplayer, and Zombies modes.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 demo now is available now if you preorder — Michelangelo is coming too
During the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, Activision revealed that a demo for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is available today, while one of the TMNT is coming too.
Xbox Games Showcase reveals Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to get new DLC this fall
Bethesda has revealed Indiana Jones and the Great Circle DLC is coming to Xbox, Steam, and Playstation on September 4, 2025.
There Are No Ghosts at the Grand announced at Xbox Games Showcase 2025, a cozy musical adventure with eldritch horror comes to Game Pass
There Are No Ghosts at the Grand is the first game from Friday Sundae, and this cozy musical adventure is coming to Xbox and PC in 2026.
Grounded 2 announced by Obsidian Entertainment at Xbox Games Showcase 2025, and it's launching this year
Obsidian Entertainment pulled up to announce Grounded 2 the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, revealing a sequel to its bug-sized hit.
Clockwork Revolution returns at the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, with a new look at the time-bending RPG
inXile Entertainment showed how players can build the character they want in Clockwork Revolution with a new look during the Xbox Games Showcase 2025.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy confirmed at the Xbox Games Showcase
A Plague Tale: Resonance is a prequel following Sophia through myth, danger, and shifting timelines, and it drops on Xbox in 2026.
Xbox Ally X vs Ally X: Which gaming handheld is better?
With the new Xbox Ally X on the horizon, I took a moment to compare it against the ROG Ally X. It offers some major improvements that you're going to want to know about.
The Outer Worlds 2 kicks off the Xbox Games Showcase with a release date reveal and a jazzy trailer
Microsoft's big 2025 Xbox Games Showcase is here, and it kicked off with a release date reveal and a gameplay trailer for Obsidian Entertainment's The Outer Worlds 2.
Xbox Ally vs ROG Ally: What is the difference between these gaming handhelds?
Now that the Xbox ROG Ally has been revealed, here's how this gaming handheld compares to the original ROG Ally gaming device.
In perhaps even bigger news than the 'Xbox Ally' handheld itself, Microsoft is starting to revamp Windows 11 to boost PC gaming
The new Xbox app and Windows 11 collaboration reduces Windows' idle power consumption by up to two thirds, and frees up to 2GB of RAM for gaming.
The 'Xbox Ally' and 'Xbox Ally X' are super-charged PC gaming handhelds from ASUS, coming later this year — Kennan revealed!
Powered by AMDs Z2E and Z2A, the two handhelds promise boosted battery life, and a much-improved Windows gaming experience, exclusive to these devices (for now).
Mecha Break, the Xbox console exclusive, finally gets a release date during the Summer Game Fest
We'll get our hands on Mecha Break sooner rather than later, as announced at Summer Game Fest.
Stranger than Heaven gets a proper name as Yakuza creator showcases their next game
Stranger than Heaven gives me even more reason to wonder what Yakuza creators are making next.
Microsoft Copilot will soon help you prioritize emails in Outlook
Microsoft Outlook for iOS and Android is getting a Priority view that uses Copilot to flag emails that need a reply or are marked high priority.
Xbox wins "Not-E3" again, the new king of consistency
From 2012 to the present, Xbox has become the pinnacle of gaming showcases.
ChatGPT resurrects bricked Android tablet with Windows 10 — Is AI the future of DIY tech repair?
It might be a fluke, or it might be a new method to fix devices with locked firmware. Either way, this is one of the coolest uses of ChatGPT I've seen.
Your Xbox can now store everything — if you sell a kidney first
The new Seagate 4TB Expansion Card for Xbox is real, and it's going to cost you.
The Xbox Ally handheld REALLY needs to be priced competitively with the Steam Deck, otherwise it might be hard to recommend
Now we've had the big reveal of the first Xbox handheld experience and the spec sheet to go with it, one thing stands out that means it has to be affordable.
Microsoft wants AI to read your browser history — but there's one reason not to worry
A new AI feature in Edge will help you find websites in your history, even with typos. But some will want to disable it right away.
6 essential steps that Windows 11 users often miss after a fresh install
On Windows 11, many users often overlook essential steps after setting up a new installation of the operating system, and I'll show you six of them.
How to disable AI in Notepad on Windows 11 for a classic experience
On Windows 11, you can disable all AI and extra features of Notepad for a more simplified and decluttered experience, and I'll show you how.
Google CEO says AGI is impossible with today's tech, but Sam Altman claims "you'll be happy to have a new device"
Google's CEO Sundar Pichai recently indicated that he's skeptical about the current hardware venturing the world into the AGI era.
"We were too confident": Steve Ballmer says Microsoft's paranoia and overconfidence fumbled $400 billion in Windows Phone
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer admitted that Microsoft was overly confident with Windows, preventing it from capitalizing on the mobile landscape.
Dune: Awakening hits a concurrent player milestone before the game officially launches — overtaking DOOM, Veilguard, Assassin's Creed, and other major titles
Dune: Awakening achieves a substantial player count on Steam before its full launch, so how many more players will it reach before its peak?
Laffgaff
How many stars are there on the New Zealand flag?
Four.
Shiny Doughnut
I thought the doughnut in the shop window looked really shiny ... Then I realised it was double glazing.