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Trump approves Iran attack plan but has not made final decision, US media says
US president says "nobody knows what I'm going to do" as he weighs strike on Iran.
Ros Atkins on... How close is Iran to having a nuclear weapon?
Israel says Iran could produce a bomb within months. Here's what we know about the country's nuclear programme
Two Alzheimer's drugs that slow the disease will not be made available on the NHS
Two breakthrough Alzheimer's drugs cost too much and have too little benefit for NHS use, review finds.
After a night of terror in Kyiv, the search for dead goes on
A cruise missile slammed into an ordinary residential block early on Tuesday, likely travelling at about 500mph.
Three years left to limit warming to 1.5C, leading scientists warn
The Earth could be doomed to breach a key climate target in as little as three years, scientists warn.
Be ready to be shocked and offended at university, students told
Guidance has been published by the Office for Students on new free speech rules coming into force this year.
Bank of England expected to hold interest rates at 4.25%
Analysts predict cuts to come later in the year, but say the Bank rate is likely to remain at 4.25% for now.
Under-fire NHS trust said patient had eaten breakfast - three days after he died
The mental health trust where Alice Figueiredo took her own life faced concerns over 20 other deaths.
Millions more on benefits to get £150 off energy bills
The criteria has changed so 2.7m more people will get the money automatically knocked off their bills.
Future of Notting Hill Carnival in jeopardy without urgent funding, organisers say
The carnival's chair Ian Comfort has written to Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy to request extra funding.
Your questions answered on the Israel-Iran conflict
A panel of BBC experts answer your questions on what is happening in Iran - and what could happen if the conflict escalates.
Ghosts of Iraq War split Trump and his Director of National Intelligence
This time Trump is considering military intervention against the views of US intelligence, headed by Tulsi Gabbard.
'They sang about my family's death': Father's anger exposes divide in Israeli society
An Iranian missile killed Kasem's family in an Arab-majority town in Israel. The response shone a light on deep social issues.
How 3D-printed guns are spreading online
The BBC contacted a seller on social media. Within an hour 'Jessy' offered to sell two different guns.
Film-maker Danny Boyle talks Covid, horror, and making 28 Years Later
The British director of 28 Years Later speaks alongside star Jodie Comer about returning to horror.
'Trump keeps world waiting' and 'ArmageDon'
Speculation over whether Donald Trump will join the conflict in the Middle East dominates Thursday's papers.
Hurricane Erick threatening Mexico as it strengthens
The storm is expected to make landfall on Mexico's southern Pacific coast on Thursday.
Kate pulls out of Royal Ascot as she looks for right balance of return to public duties
Catherine was due to attend the races with her husband the Prince of Wales and the King and Queen.
Los Angeles Lakers to sell majority ownership in historic deal
The deal would mark the most expensive sale of a US sports team in history.
Lone Air India survivor carries coffin of brother killed in crash
A visibly upset Ramesh was overcome with grief carrying his brother's coffin to the crematorium.
Kneecap rapper bailed over terror charge as protesters gather outside court
Kneecap's Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, aka Mo Chara, is accused of displaying a flag in support of proscribed organisation Hezbollah.
Lakers to sell majority ownership in estimated $10bn deal
The deal would mark the most expensive sale of a US sports team in history.
'I was lying in bed... The ceiling fell in': At the scene of Israeli hospital hit by Iran strike
A hospital in the Israeli town of Beersheba was hit as Iran fired a barrage of missiles at the country.
Temperatures pass 32C on hottest day of year as first UK area enters heatwave
Heat health alerts remain in place across England as Suffolk becomes the first area to enter a heatwave.
Student who raped 10 women jailed for 24 years
Zhenhao Zou, who drugged and raped women in London and China, has been called "one of the most prolific predators" in the UK.
Blake Lively and Taylor Swift messages can be included in legal case, judge rules
Lively's team had claimed they were irrelevant to the ongoing legal case but the judge disagreed.
At least 12 Palestinians killed waiting for aid in Gaza, say medics
It is the latest in almost daily shootings near aid sites in Gaza, which have left hundreds dead overall.
Dundee University bosses quit after damning report into financial collapse
A report into Dundee University says its financial crisis was caused by a "self-inflicted" failure of its oversight system.
Trump confirms further delay to TikTok ban or sale deadline
It's the third time the date has been moved back by Trump since he took office in January.
MP behind assisted dying bill confident it will pass
MPs are preparing for an historic vote on a bill that would allow terminally ill adults to end their own lives.
Is the UK about to get dragged in to this conflict?
Britain is almost certain to be affected if the US gets involved - but what role could it play?
What are the risks of bombing Iran's nuclear sites?
Destroying Iran's stores of enriched uranium would bring danger for people nearby but not trigger another Chernobyl.
'I swapped nursing for erotic fiction - but mum can't read my books'
Nurse turned writer Sophie Gravia has teamed up with Christine McGuiness for a new podcast about relationships.
Moment SpaceX rocket explodes into massive fireball
A live stream has captured the moment a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded when preparing for a flight test in Texas on Wednesday.
Huge Roman 'jigsaw' reveals 2,000-year-old wall paintings
Thousands of fragments of plaster are pieced together to reveal frescos from a Roman London villa.
French trial exposes human trafficking among champagne workers
Three people are accused of exploiting dozens of workers in the heart of champagne country.
Top medic urges caution after woman's rabies death
The warning comes following a Barnsley woman's death from the disease after catching it abroad.
Police ban Budapest Pride march, but mayor vows it will go ahead
It's the latest twist in a cat-and-mouse confrontation between the government and Hungary's LGBTQ community.
New emissions guidance for oil and gas projects
This guidance will determine whether production can go ahead in the controversial Scottish fields, Rosebank and Jackdaw.
Plastic wet wipes to be banned in Wales from 2026
It will be an offence to supply wet wipes containing plastic to customers in Wales from December 2026.
My family nearly shredded Alan Turing papers - then they sold at auction for £465k
Bridget Pitcher says her family did not know about the close bond between the scientist and her uncle.
Dozens fall ill in heat at Royal Ascot
One person was taken to hospital on day two of the event, racecourse officials confirm.
Bournemouth Echo
Dorset walk 'surrounded by chalk cliffs' named among UK's best coastal trails
Studland Bay in Dorset has featured as one of the best UK coastal walks, according to Condé Nast Traveller
'Something needs to be done before we have another fatality on their hands'
A CONCERNED resident is calling the council to introduce speed restrictions on an ‘unsafe’ road, which he says has become increasingly dangerous for families, children, and the elderly.
6 pets at RSPCA Dorset who are on the lookout for loving new homes
A number of pets at Dorset RSPCA branches in Ashley Heath and Dorchester are looking to find loving new homes
Lawyer appointed president of prestigious Bournemouth firm
Aldridge Brownlee Solicitors' Mark Proctor new law society president
Outdoor cinema tour returns to town - here are the films being shown
Mayflower Outdoor Cinema Tour to return to Lymington
Dorset company boss awarded MBE for 'outstanding contribution'
Abbots Care CEO Camille Leavold receives MBE in King's Honours
Residents celebrate dads in care home's special week
Fernhill care home celebrates dads with special events
Bournemouth pier named the best place in UK for paddleboarding
Boscombe Pier named the best place in the UK for paddleboarding
Rugby club's funday organiser raises more than £100k in 14 years
Milton Rugby Club's funday organiser has raised more than £100,000 in 14 years.
New six-storey healthcare facility opens in Bournemouth
New £500 million hospital block opens in Bournemouth
Aldi looking for new store locations in Bournemouth and Poole
Aldi plans to open new stores in Bournemouth and Poole
Cervical cancer cases to be 'eliminated' in South West by 2040
NHS: Cervical cancer to be eliminated in South West by 2040
Royal birthday celebrations in Bournemouth care home
Castle Dene residents celebrate King's birthday with pre-school
Bournemouth church becomes canvas for huge projection mapping
St Peter's Church in Bournemouth turned into a canvas for a night
Nearly 70 per cent of people in South of England want solar panels
The Energy Saving Trust highlighted that this is a long-term investment, with savings of up to £380 per year for homes in London.
'Beautiful and heartfelt' awards ceremony recognises staff
Donna Palmer, Prama's registered manager, read emotional comments about the dedication and hard work of the finalists.
Bournemouth beach named one of the worst in UK for parking
Bournemouth beach is among the 'worst' in the UK for parking.
Olympic gold medallist inspires students at prize-giving ceremony
Susannah Townsend at Pride of Cornerstone school ceremony
Care provider named as one of the top 20 in South West
Right at Home – Bournemouth and Poole named in top 20
Charity calls for more volunteers to join their expanding team
Charity celebrating anniversary with call for volunteers
Pet owners warned of 'life-threatening dangers' posed by open windows
Blue Cross warns of dangers posed by open windows and balconies
Elderly artist's paintings on display at Bournemouth care home
Bournemouth care home holds art exhibition for resident
New webuyanycar branch opens at Bournemouth Airport
New we buy any car branch opens in Bournemouth Airport
Dorset care provider named among the best in the South West
Dorset care provider named one of best in South West
Bipolar artist showcases work in Dorset for first time in years
A Dorset-based artist has showcased his artwork for the first time in years.
Food and music festival to welcome thousands of visitors this weekend
Food and music festival set to welcome thousands to Upton
Expired equipment and 'multiple' hazards found at surgery department
An inspection report published on June 6 found that the surgery department at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital must improve.
Housebuilder gives away more than £400,000 to good causes
Barratt David Wilson Homes donates to charities and community groups
New playpark opens at Oakwood Grove development in Alderholt
New playpark opens in Pennyfarthing Homes' Alderholt development
MP says shop workers in Bournemouth are feeling 'incredibly unsafe'
Bournemouth MP praises new laws to protect shop workers
Hidden hall on Christchurch Road to open its doors to the public
Bournemouth: Secret hall on Christchurch Road to open to public
Record number of tickets sold for major beach party
It will welcome 3,000 guests who will enjoy live performances of soul, Motown and disco music.
Circus-themed family fun day to raise funds for hospice
Oakhaven Hospice in Lymington hosting family fun day
'Heart-warming' reunion for care home resident and her friends
D-Day: Elizabeth House resident reunited with her Wrens friends
More than 2,000 plates of food served during free BBQ event
Poole BBQ event served 2,200 free meals in town centre
New platform to boost volunteer recruitment for charities
New platform to boost South West volunteer recruitment
BBC Gardeners' World presenter to visit Hampshire town
BBC Gardeners' World star Adam Frost to visit Ringwood
New president of Bournemouth and District Law Society named
Aldridge Brownlee partner named president of BDLS
RNLI issues water safety advice ahead of hot weekend
RNLI issues water safety advice ahead of hot weekend
Coding week aimed at inspiring children to return for fourth year
Dorset Coding Week returns to inspire children in the county
Poppy Appeal coordinator starts preparations for 2025 campaign
Preparations for 2025 Poppy Appeal started in Fordingbridge
Indian community unites to pay respects to victims of Air India crash
CANDLES were lit and mourners gathered as members of the Indian community came together to honour those who lost their lives in the recent Air India plane crash.
Major festival asks for huge increase in capacity this summer
A FAMOUS music festival has asked permission to increase their capacity this summer.
South Asian culture and cuisine event returns to Poole Park this summer
A CELEBRATION of South Asian culture and cuisine is set to return to Poole after a successful year.
Fundraiser in memory of man with 'beautiful outlook' who died in skydiving incident
Adam Harrison, who was from Bournemouth, was pronounced dead at the scene after an incident at Dunkeswell Aerodrome on Friday, June 13.
Council confirms play park is closed as play equipment 'not safe for use'
COUNCIL has confirmed that Scott Hill’s play park is closed, and the play equipment are not safe to use after a group of volunteers did a clean-up of abandoned park.
Abortion decriminalisation passes in landslide vote - here's how Dorset MPs voted
An amendment to abortion legislation passed in a landslide in a free vote in parliament on Tuesday evening.
PICTURES: Parkfield students celebrate school's last prom
Emotions were high as staff and year 11 students from Parkfield School celebrated the school's last ever prom as it shuts this summer.
RECAP: Emergency services attend two incidents in town centre
Emergency services were at The Triangle and Old Christchurch Road in Bournemouth last night due to two incidents. Police have been contacted and we will bring you more as we have it.
Tragedy as woman dies at coast
A woman has died at a Dorset beach. The tragedy happened at Durdle Door this afternoon
Road closed as firefighters tackle flames erupting from house
Flames are bursting through the roof of a house in Poole.
Incident at coast sparks emergency response
Emergency services at incident at Durdle Door, Dorset coast
Man and woman engage in altercation in town centre
At 10.08pm on Wednesday, June 18, police received reports of an altercation between a man and a woman on Old Christchurch Road in Bournemouth.
Water safety 'must be taught in schools' after child drownings on Bournemouth beach
A Southampton MP is spearheading a campaign for water safety lessons to be made compulsory in schools
'This is not a shambles': Council rejects criticism of wheelie bin launch
Civic chiefs have hit back at claims that the introduction of wheelie bins in the New Forest has descended into chaos
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole weather forecast
Met Office forecasts sunny weather for Dorset next week
Volunteer steps down after raising more than £100,000 for rugby club
A long-serving volunteer is stepping down after raising more than £100,000 for a rugby club and the wider community.
Environment Agency chair visits coast to discuss rising sea levels
Alan Lovell examined the Hurst Spit to Lymington coastline on June 16 to see how increasing sea levels will affect the area.
Gavin and Stacey star to return to Bournemouth
Gavin and Stacey star Melanie Walters has expressed the importance of panto before her appearance as fairy godmother in this year's Cinderella.
‘Misleading and aggressive’ insulation company gained £8m from fraudulent sells
A ‘MISLEADING and aggressive’ insulation company gained £8 million by ‘bullying’ vulnerable customers, a court heard.
Emergency services called to injured person at beach
Emergency services were called to reports of an injured individual at Branksome Chine.
Police search for teen who has been missing for four days
Police are searching for a teen who has been missing for four days.
Firefighters battle blaze as van fully engulfed in flames
Photos show a van engulfed in flames during a dramatic fire in Ringwood.
Police investigate incident as child hit by car in Bournemouth
Police have released a statement after a collision took place involving a child and a car in Bournemouth.
'Human bones' discovered at building site
Human bones found at building site in Poole
Police officer sacked for gross misconduct 'intends to appeal' decision
Dorset Police Federation are able to officially confirm that Dorset Police have been provided with notification of the intention to appeal against the outcome of the Gross Misconduct hearing against PC Lorne Castle, which concluded on 29 May 2025, resulting in his dismissal from Dorset Police.
Teenage boy in hospital with life threatening injuries after serious crash
Dorset Police received a report at 10.17pm on Wednesday, June 18 a crash involving a silver Volkswagen Golf and an electric-powered bicycle in Longfleet Road near the Shah of Persia pub.
Two arrested after criminal damage, assault and disorder in town centre
It was reported that a man was behaving aggressively towards members of the public and he had caused damage to a car window.
Business owners co-opted onto town council at annual general meeting
Both councillors are viewed as invaluable additions to the council due to their shared commitment to Fordingbridge.
Controversial plans for 400 homes approved again despite 'risk to life' concerns
Taylor Wimpey’s wish to develop land north of Hightown Road on Lynes Farm in Ringwood was given the green light by New Forest District Council’s planning committee on Wednesday, June 11, after reconsidering the application.
Government
Deprivation of Citizenship Orders (Effect during Appeal) Bill
A Bill to Make provision about the effect, during an appeal, of an order under section 40 of the British Nationality Act 1981.
Right to Manage and Leasehold Bill
A Bill to make provision about the definition of qualifying tenants for the purposes of claiming a right to manage; to reduce the proportion of qualifying tenants required to give notice of a claim to acquire a right to manage; to establish a duty on freeholders to assist a Right to Manage company in establishing contact with leaseholders within the freeholder’s property; to make provision about establishing a presumption in favour of a right to manage in certain circumstances before the First Tier Tribunal; to require the Secretary of State to review procedures for converting leasehold property into common hold property; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Williams Team Principal James Vowles signs new long-term contract
Hamilton’s ‘miracle’ rise from 14th to victory in 2018
Lewis Hamilton's epic rise from 14th on the grid to first in the 2018 German Grand Prix proved to be a pivotal moment in that season's championship fight.
Hadjar explains struggles amid P16 finish in Canada
Isack Hadjar saw his run of points results come to an end at the Canadian Grand Prix after finishing a difficult race down in P16, while Racing Bulls team mate Liam Lawson also acknowledged that it had been a “tough weekend” as he recorded a third DNF of the season.
Colapinto rues strategy after going ‘backwards’ in Canada
Franco Colapinto was left to rue a “wrong” strategy after slipping backwards and out of the points at the Canadian Grand Prix, while Alpine team mate Pierre Gasly also conceded that the team “need to review” following a tough afternoon in Montreal.
Rosberg gives his take on Norris/Piastri clash
Nico Rosberg has shared his reflections on a dramatic Canadian Grand Prix weekend, which saw former outfit Mercedes emerge victorious with a dominant display and McLaren experience their first intra-team clash of the season.
F1 launches new website and personalised mobile app
Formula 1 has relaunched its official website and app to make them easier to navigate and enable fans to personalise their mobile experience
Windows Central
Microsoft could ditch OpenAI's high-stake for-profit talks: “Holding out is Microsoft’s nuclear option, and they are just making OpenAI sweat"
Microsoft is reportedly prepared to walk away from negotiations with OpenAI amid anticompetitive behavior complaints, allegedly designed to thwart the ChatGPT maker's evolution into a for-profit entity.
This free Steam 'game' is being played more than Stellar Blade and Elden Ring Nightreign — even though it's just a cat
I have questions, one of which is where has Bongo Cat been all my life? Do I need this 'game?' Probably not. BUT IT'S SO CUTE.
Report: Microsoft set to slash thousands more jobs in July — sales teams in the crosshairs
A new report suggests more job cuts are coming for Microsoft employees in early July. This follows earlier rounds of layoffs this year and reflects the growing challenges of modern tech companies.
“I just throw myself at them ... like monkeys and typewriters.” I love that the Elden Ring movie director is one us, he's actually on his 7th playthrough
Alex Garland, the director of A24's live-action Elden Ring movie, says he's a big fan of the game and is even in his seventh playthrough of FromSoftware's action RPG.
Sam Altman claims Meta is trying to poach OpenAI staffers with $100 million bonuses, but "none of our best people have decided to take them up on that"
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently claimed that Meta is trying to poach the AI firm's staffers with $100 million bonuses,
This PC app boosts FPS in any game on any GPU for only $7 — and it just got a major update
Lossless Scaling, an app that enables multi-frame generation in practically any game running on any GPU, just received a major 3.1 update that reduces GPU loads. Best part? It's still only $7.
'We're doing it all with backwards compatibility' — AMD's Lisa Su comments on the future of Xbox's partnership
AMD's Lisa Su has released a new video detailing the new Xbox partnership from the chip maker's end. It sounds incredibly exciting indeed.
Microsoft killed Xbox VR — and this latest PlayStation PSVR news shows they were probably right to have done so
One of the most popular virtual reality games in the world is ending support for PlayStation VR, showcasing the struggles of the nascent paradigm. Xbox VR wouldn't have stood a chance.
Does ChatGPT make you stupid? MIT study suggests people who rely on AI tools are worse off.
A new MIT study suggests that relying on ChatGPT can lower cognitive effort and lead to worse thinking and writing without AI assistance.
The Division 2 dev team is teasing something "entirely new" for the game — another new game mode incoming?
After Battle for Brooklyn, Massive isn't resting on its laurels with The Division 2, teasing that the team is working on the next update as well as something "entirely new."
Borderlands 4 is killing off a tired "FOMO" trend — I hope other developers follow suit
Borderlands 4 is killing off early access. Can we finally say "no" to this tired trend forever?
Steam's performance tracking tool is becoming more like the Steam Deck's — you can try it out right now
Valve is making Steam's in-game performance tracking much better, and more in line with how it does things on the Steam Deck. Here's how you can try it out right now.
It feels like Blizzard has abandoned Diablo 2: Resurrected — but there’s one way to keep it alive for years to come
Diablo 2: Resurrected is entering another ladder season with no changes. Meanwhile, players are returning to this Diablo 2: Lord of Destruction mod.
One of World of Warcraft's deadliest entities makes a world-shattering return after nearly 20 years — and he's city-sized
Blizzard has revealed the next content update for World of Warcraft: The War Within, titled "Ghosts of K'aresh". This update will feature a new zone, dungeon, raid, the return of one of World of Warcraft's oldest, most feared foes as a raid boss, and more.
Laffgaff
What country gained independence from Denmark in 1944?
Iceland.
Pin Drop
If you can't hear a pin drop ... Then something is definitely wrong with your bowling.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #25.25: Nitrux Hyprland, Joplin Tips, Denmark Ditching Microsoft, Tiling Moves and More Linux Stuff
The newest member of It's FOSS family arrives.