BBC News
MPs to vote on welfare bill as unrest rumbles on
The House of Commons will vote on welfare cuts bill this evening as some MPs call for further changes.
Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead
Ministers hope a partial U-turn will win over Labour rebels when MPs vote on welfare changes later.
Household energy bills fall but may not go much lower
Bills for homes using a typical amount of gas and electricity will drop by £11 a month.
Is RFK Jr's divisive plan to Make America Healthy Again fearmongering - or revolutionary?
The most powerful public health official in the US is reviled by some medics - but even some of his critics accept that he is bringing drive to healthcare areas that have long been neglected
Guilty plea expected over US student murders
Relatives of one victim posted on Facebook that the state had failed them by allowing a plea deal.
Royal train to be cut in Palace cost-saving measure
The announcement has come alongside the annual publication of royal finances.
Father and daughter plucked from sea after cruise ship drama
Crew members were able to quickly rescue the pair, who were on the last day of a Disney cruise to the Bahamas.
Hundreds of kids to be tested for disease in Australia after childcare rape charge
A man has been charged with 70 offences, which police allege relate to eight children.
Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed
Campaigners say the UK's system has been "overlooked for years", and investing in it is a "no-brainer".
The Papers: 'Chaos on eve of welfare vote' and 'Red-hot Brits'
Parliament is to vote on the welfare bill amid reports of a backbench rebellion and Wimbledon heats up.
Did BBC's focus on one potential Glastonbury controversy miss another?
This was not the peace-loving, welcome-to-all vibe that Glastonbury tries to project, writes Katie Razzall.
As Squid Game ends, South Koreans return to the reality that inspired it
The show's themes of unemployment and inequality are all too relatable for Korean viewers.
'We're not safe here anymore' - Syria's Christians fear for future after devastating church attack
Many Christians in Syria fear the new Islamist-led government is not doing enough to protect them.
How cold case killer was caught after more than half a century
The conviction of Ryland Headley is thought to be the oldest cold case murder ever solved in the UK.
Trans troops in US military 'in survival mode' as ban on serving kicks in
Two transgender officers say they fear their military careers are over due to Trump’s ban on trans service members.
Parents face hurdles vaccinating children - report
Obstacles include difficulty booking appointments and too few jab reminders, say child health experts.
US-Israeli backed Gaza aid group must be shut down, say 130 charities
The call from some of the world's top aid organisations and charities comes after reports of soldiers killing hundreds of of Palestinians at aid sites.
Heatwave peak sees parts of UK climb to 33C
The rise in temperature coincides with the beginning of Wimbledon and the end of the Glastonbury festival.
BBC investigation reveals hidden deaths at India festival crush
The Uttar Pradesh government says 37 people were killed in the Kumbh Mela crush, but the BBC has verified at least 82 deaths.
US Senate begins voting on Trump's 'big beautiful bill'
Senators are debating a nearly 1,000-page bill that is pivotal to President Donald Trump's domestic agenda.
Almost 2,200 dog attacks on Royal Mail staff last year
The number of incidents has risen since a drop in the pandemic, although serious injuries are down.
Three former bosses of Lucy Letby arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter
All three worked at the Countess of Chester Hospital when the nurse killed babies at its neonatal unit.
Family pay tribute to girl, 7, killed by falling tree
Leonna Ruka died after being injured in a Southend park and her family calls her "a light in our lives".
US Senate Republicans narrowly pass Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill
Vice-President JD Vance casts the tie-breaking vote after more than 24 hours of intense debate, sending the bill back to the House.
M&S should be 'fully online' within four weeks, boss says
The retailer continues to recover from a cyber attack that is expected to hit profits by £300m.
Chief rabbi attacks BBC for airing 'vile Jew hate' at Glastonbury
Sir Ephraim Mirvis hit out after Bob Vylan's controversial performance at Glastonbury was aired by BBC.
British teenager tells Georgia court she was tortured into smuggling drugs
The 19-year-old from Billingham is refused bail at a pre-trial hearing in Tbilisi.
Trump threatens to set Doge on Musk as pair feud again over budget plan
The US president suggests the cost-cutting agency the tech titan helped set up could be used against him.
Small boat crossings in first half of year up 48%
Official figures show nearly 20,000 people have crossed the English Channel from France since January.
Millions of websites to get 'game-changing' AI bot blocker
Publishers including Condé Nast and Sky News have welcomed the new tech from internet infrastructure firm, Cloudflare.
BTS are back: K-pop band confirm new album and tour
The kings of K-pop are returning after all seven members completed their military service.
What do the Royals spend their money on?
The Royal's annual accounts show travel is a huge expenditure for the King and Queen
Is RFK Jr's divisive plan to Make America Healthy Again fearmongering - or revolutionary?
The most powerful public health official in the US is reviled by some medics - but even some of his critics accept that he is bringing drive to healthcare areas that have long been neglected
Police reflect on Sarah Payne's murder 25 years on
BBC spoke to investigators who look back on their role in solving the Sarah Payne murder inquiry.
Father jumps off Disney cruise ship to save daughter who fell overboard
Crew members were able to quickly rescue the pair, who were on the last day of a Disney cruise to the Bahamas.
'Notable' rise in dads over 60 in England and Wales
Official figures show that the birth rate in England and Wales went up for the first time since 2021.
Outcry after Algeria sentences French sports journalist to seven years in jail
The sentence comes off the back of a souring of relations between French and Algeria.
House prices see biggest monthly fall for over two years
The Nationwide says the fall may reflect weaker demand following April's changes to stamp duty.
Danish women to face conscription by lottery
The 18 year olds will join males in a lottery that could require them undergo a period of service.
Bournemouth Echo
Mother and friend of teenage drowning victim urge people to stay safe in the sea
FAMILY of a 17-year-old teenager who died at Bournemouth beach have spoken up to help people enjoy the coast safely this summer.
'Cherished member of Bournemouth community' found dead in own hair salon
Anthony Derek Alden-Clift died on February 27 after he was found unresponsive. An inquest into the 52-year-old's death was held at Bournemouth Town Hall on June 30.
Full crowd on 'unforgettable night' at first ever Bollywood boat party
FIRST EVER Bollywood themed boat party gave people an ‘unforgettable night’ and bought community together.
It's possible to live 'normal life' after scoliosis surgery, says Poole woman
Avid dancer Anna Harlow-Griffiths has overcome significant challenges in her life to prove people with scoliosis can live "normal life", she says.
Hotel apologises after overbooking leaves Jason Manford without rooms
A HOTEL has apologised to Jason Manford after a booking blunder ahead of his Bournemouth gig.
Council staff vote overwhelmingly to accept new pay structure
BCP Council staff back new pay structure as Unison and GMB members vote in favour. Changes to pay, terms and conditions set for December.
'This space should be a proper walkway, not a patch where rubbish collects'
A DEDICATED group of residents has come together to transform an overgrown and neglected area into a pleasant pathway for businesses and visitors.
'Neglected' Christchurch beaches to be brought up to 'same standard' as others
At a Friars Cliff Residents' Association (FCRA) meeting in June, residents were frustrated to learn about the amount of maintenance work that has been done by BCP Council since 2019 on Christchurch beaches, Avon and Friars Cliff, compared to its predecessor Christchurch Borough Council.
Take a look at BH2 before it became Bournemouth's eating hub
Today, the BH2 Leisure Complex houses a state-of-the-art Odeon cinema, an array of restaurants, and myriad leisure offerings.
Town mayor marks Armed Forces Day in Wimborne with event
Wimborne Minster Mayor marks Armed Forces Day at Museum of East Dorset, honouring UK military personnel and veterans with free refreshments and tributes.
Huge operation sees thousands of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized
Dorset Council, Police, and HMRC seized illegal cigarettes, vapes, and drugs in Weymouth, Ferndown, and Gillingham as part of Operation CeCe crackdown.
'Stay at home if you don't like charges'
I do not really understand the letter published in The Echo on Saturday 28th June 2025.
Nineteen new clergy members ordained at Salisbury Cathedral
Nineteen new clergy ordained at Salisbury Cathedral to serve Dorset, Wiltshire and the Channel Islands, led by Bishop Stephen Lake. Church of England news.
Ramblers complete walk along forgotten track beds in Dorset
Railway Ramblers explore Dorset’s forgotten clay mining tramways from Corfe Castle to Poole Harbour, visiting Purbeck Mining Museum and historic rail routes.
'Golden screw' marks milestone at heritage railway
North Dorset Railway completes 400m rail extension at Shillingstone Station, marking key progress towards passenger services.
'How BCP could tackle beach parking issues'
I have been prompted (by a questionnaire) to write about the problem of parking near the beach on hot days.
National Express gives free coach travel to children this summer
National Express offers free coach travel for up to three children (15 and under) per adult this summer.
Bournemouth Vegan Festival to return to the Citygate Centre
Bournemouth Vegan Festival returns 6 September at Citygate Centre with 60+ vegan stalls, food, talks, workshops, cookery demos, and family-friendly fun.
'Wonderful' family fun day raises £23,500 for hospice
Oakhaven Hospice summer fayre in Lymington raises over £23,500. Family fun day draws 1,200+ visitors, supporting vital local hospice services.
Castleman Healthcare appoints new chair for Dorset GPs
Castleman Healthcare appoints Dr David Hogan as new chairman to lead Dorset GP surgeries, supporting primary care, diabetes clinics, and local healthcare teams.
Exciting new experience launched near Bournemouth Airport
Nature Nook launches at The Treehouse, Hurn near Bournemouth Airport, offering outdoor learning sessions for children and young people in Dorset.
Bournemouth Pier to host free live music this summer
Discover Bournemouth Pier’s 2025 summer events: live music, adventure at RockReef & PierZip, food, drink, tribute acts & special offers. Full details online.
Residents invited to have their say on proposed changes to council
Residents in Hampshire and Isle of Wight invited to share views on proposed unitary council reorganisation, replacing current two-tier system. Have your say.
Care home celebrates 30th anniversary with garden party
Colten Care's Brook View care home in West Moors marked its 30th anniversary with a garden party, raising £734 for Gulliver’s Farm charity.
'Not like anything I have seen before': Shark washes up on beach
A DOG walker was left surprised after stumbling across an unusual-looking shark that had washed up on a beach along the south coast.
'It's all very exciting': Bournemouth takeaway service launches app
A takeaway site known as Bournemouth Eats has launched a mobile app for customers.
Emergency services descend on pier as 'police officer assaulted'
Good evening - there has been an incident at Bournemouth Pier this evening We are live at the scene with updates
Pictures of LeAF Studio year 11 and 13 prom in Bournemouth
STUDENTS from LeAF Studio celebrated in style on Thursday night, June 26, when year 11 and 13 students enjoyed their prom.
LIVE: Air ambulance lands on the beach near Boscombe
The air ambulance has landed on the sand near Boscombe beach
LIVE: RNLI, helicopter and paramedics respond to incident on Knoll Beach
Emergency services have descended on Knoll Beach in Studland this afternoon. Follow for live updates
Teenager taken to hospital after air ambulance lands on beach
A teenage boy has been taken to hospital after needing medical attention on the beach at Boscombe.
Major naval operation gets underway as exclusive access granted to warship
EXCLUSIVE access has been given to a Ukrainian warship as part of a maritime operation on Portland
UPDATES: Police officers and teenagers injured in seaside incident
Police officers were injured during a public order incident on Bournemouth seafront on June 30.
Missing girl believed to be with man and staying at hotel in Bournemouth
Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing teenager last seen in Bournemouth.
Injuries inflicted on police during beach incident were 'despicable', says chair
On Monday, June 30, police arrived at Pier Approach amid reports of a "disturbance".
PICTURES: The Bishop of Winchester Academy Year 11 prom at Vitality Stadium
It was party time at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth for The Bishop of Winchester Academy students on Monday night, June 30.
RECAP: Avon Causeway closed and slow traffic near Bournemouth Airport
Avon Causeway is closed today due to works
PICTURES: St Peter's School Year 13 prom at the Hilton Hotel
Year 13 students from St Peter's School marked the end of their studies with a special event at a hotel in Bournemouth town centre.
Man arrested following serious assault on High Street
Man arrested after serious assault on High Street, Dorset. Victim hospitalised with head injury. Police appeal for witnesses. Incident now reopened.
Men jailed following 'shockingly violent' crash which led to man having leg amputated
Following extensive enquiries into a crash on Etches Close on the evening of Monday, October 7, 2024, Vinny Dean Conrad Morgan, 21, was found guilty following a trial at Bournemouth Crown Court of offences of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent, conspiracy to commit affray and possession of an offensive weapon.
Man dies on beach following major emergency services response
At 12.08pm on Tuesday, July 1, police received a report that a man was in need of medical attention at Knoll Beach in Studland.
Disorder will 'not be tolerated' following fight on beach, says police
Dorset Police have issued a warning to anyone intent on causing disorder in Bournemouth" after a fight resulted in five arrests on Monday evening.
Teenage girl hospitalised as 'large fight' erupts on Bournemouth Beach
A girl was hospitalised and two police officers were after a fight broke out on Bournemouth Beach on Monday night.
Man arrested for assaulting emergency worker and 'possessing glass bottle'
A MAN was arrested in possession of an offensive weapon and assaulting an emergency worker.
TV doctor highlights the importance of incoporating exercise in your daily life
Regular physical activity can boost cardiovascular health, mood and energy levels, as well as enhancing flexibility, balance, and reducing the risk of falls.
UK could be set for stunning once in a decade Northern Lights display this month
The Aurora Borealis stunned the nation last year, with dazzling light displays being visible as far south as Dorset, Essex, Cambridgeshire and Berkshire
Formula 1
Why have Alpine enquired about Bottas' availability?
Lawrence Barretto explains the state of play after Alpine enquired about the availability of 10-time race winner and current Mercedes reserve Valtteri Bottas.
Who delivered perfection at the Austrian GP?
Lando Norris converted pole position into victory with a statement performance at the Austrian Grand Prix, steering clear of the drama and incidents elsewhere. But what did our Power Rankings judges make of it all? Check out the latest scores and combined leaderboard below...
F1 and Motorsport Network unveil 2025 Global Fan Survey
Formula 1 and Motorsport Network – the world’s largest motorsport media company – have released the 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey, a study conducted every four years to track how fan engagement is evolving across the sport globally.
Horner responds over Verstappen Mercedes ‘conversations’
Christian Horner has offered his response after being quizzed on reports Mercedes are having 'conversations' with Max Verstappen, amid George Russell's contract discussions with the team.
Ricciardo shares update on post-F1 plans
Daniel Ricciardo has given an update on his situation following his exit from the F1 grid in 2024, with the Australian admitting that he is “enjoying some life in the slow lane” several months on from his last race.
Gasly reflects on ‘frustrating’ result in Austria
The Austrian Grand prix did not go to plan for Alpine, with Pierre Gasly unable to capitalise on a strong start that saw him rise to sixth. Instead, he came home 13th, with team mate Franco Colapinto two places further back.
Ocon hails ‘great recovery for Haas as he rises from P17 to P10
Haas managed to score one point in Austria courtesy of Esteban Ocon, despite looking off the pace for the majority of the weekend. It was a “great recovery” for the team according to the Frenchman, who drove well to climb up from P17 on the grid.
How Ferrari's updates could unlock the car's potential
Ferrari brought an all-new floor to the Austrian Grand Prix weekend, but will it help the team fully realise the potential of this year's car?
Sauber open new UK Technology Centre
Sauber have announced the opening of their new Technology Centre based at Bicester Motion in the United Kingdom, marking the next step in the squad’s transition into Audi’s Formula 1 works outfit in 2026.
Windows Central
Goodbye glare and hello details — Samsung's anti-glare TV is on sale ahead of Prime Day
The Samsung QN90D is a highly review TV with ultra-low input lag, an anti-reflective screen, and four HDMI 2.1 ports. Right now, it's on sale for $400 off ahead of Prime Day.
FFXIV just released the worst Online Store microtransactions I've ever seen — the set costs more than Dawntrail itself, and players have had enough
Square Enix's latest addition to the FFXIV Online Store is the Belt-Leather attire set, and in total, it costs more than Dawntrail itself.
"Speculation is always fun" — Halo Studios says fans won't want to miss this year's championship in October
Halo Studios is teasing updates on multiple projects, sharing that fans won't want to miss the Halo World Championship in October.
I'm grateful The Witcher 4 isn't following this annoying RPG trend — a key Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3 policy lives on with the sequel
The Witcher 4 dev CD PROJEKT RED has confirmed it's following the same "no fetch quest" policy it had for The Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, and I'm grateful.
Marc Benioff says "AI is doing 30-50% of the work at Salesforce now" — after debating software engineer hires due to incredible productivity gains from agentic AIs
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff revealed that AI is doing up to half of the work at his company right now.
"We should have simply let you know" — The Alters creators respond to generative AI controversy
Critically acclaimed game The Alters finds itself in hot water following the discovery of undisclosed generative AI use, but 11 Bit Studios has already issued a statement apologizing to fans.
Don't buy into Microsoft's "Windows 11 PCs are up to 2.3x faster than Windows 10 PCs" claim — Here's why it's stretching the truth
Microsoft markets performance boosts on Windows 11 PCs over counterparts from several previous generations running Windows 10, but some comparisons aren't fair.
"Please save this IP" — Blizzard teases new Diablo 2 content as the game turns 25, and fans are clearly hungry for it
Diablo 2 turned 25 on June 28, and in a celebratory post on X, there's a tease that suggests that there's something new headed our way. Dust off those feature wishlists, everyone!
The Xbox Meta Quest 3S is fine — but there was a better augmented reality partner for Microsoft and Xbox Cloud Gaming
The Xbox Edition Meta Quest 3S is cool, but you know what's even cooler? The XREAL glasses. Here's why I think Microsoft should've partnered with XREAL instead of Meta (or why not both?!)
Minecraft is reviving a dead Mob Vote loser and actually making copper useful in 2025's third update
Mojang Studios has announced the first features for the third Minecraft Game Drop of the year, and it includes the Copper Golem from 2021's Minecraft Mob Vote.
ROG Ally drops to its lowest price ever, making it less than Switch 2 — Here's why it could be your dream gaming handheld
The ASUS ROG Ally just dropped to $448.99, making it cheaper than the Nintendo Switch 2. It’s the lowest price ever for the ROG Ally with a Ryzen Z1 Extreme chip.
False alarm! Microsoft rectifies language that implied Windows may have lost millions of users since Windows 11 debut
The company quietly updated a blog post published last week correcting the number of Windows devices currently in use today to "over 1.4 billion," 400 million up from the "over 1 billion" it originally published.
NVIDIA RTX 5000 GPUs are on sale at Newegg, and discounted gift cards can be used towards your purchase — It's free money
The latest NVIDIA and AMD GPUs are on sale at Newegg as part of its anti-Prime Day sale, and you can stack discounted gift cards to lower the price even further.
Intel’s former CEO speaks out — "I wanted to finish what I started"
Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger says he wasn’t allowed to finish what he started and suggests the company forced him out before his turnaround was complete.
A Microsoft engineer made a Linux distro that's like a comfort blanket to ex-Windows users — I finally tried it, and I'm surprised how good it is
This Linux distro is probably one of the best places to start if you're a long time Windows user, in no small part due to it being built by a Microsoft engineer.
Early Prime Day PC build deals are live — Major savings on NVIDIA RTX GPUs, AMD Ryzen CPUs, fast storage, and more
Prime Day begins on July 8, but that doesn't mean you can't already find great deals on parts to upgrade your PC. I found the best GPU, CPU, and storage deals already live ahead of Prime Day.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 — Release date, price, Career Mode, Skaters, Platforms and everything you need to know
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is an upcoming Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC remake of two of the most beloved skateboarding games of the PlayStation 2-era. Here's everything you need to know about this highly anticipated two-pack remake.
Forget Amazon — Best Buy's early anti-Prime Day deals are live, with huge savings on some of our favorite tech
Best Buy's 4th of July sale already has countless deep discounts on some of our favorite tech, and the sales will continue with Best Buy's "Black Friday in July" event that runs during Prime Day.
Mark Zuckerberg announces Meta Superintelligence Labs — with a battalion of AI gurus poached from OpenAI, Google, and DeepMind to try and secure an AGI win
Mark Zuckerberg recently shared an internal memo announcing Meta Superintelligence Labs as he plays catch-up with OpenAI and Google in the AI race.
Microsoft's new AI can be 4x more accurate and 20% cheaper than human doctors — Mustafa Suleyman calls it "a genuine step toward medical superintelligence"
Microsoft recently claimed that its new powerful AI-powered tool can diagnose diseases up to four times more accurately than a human doctor.
Laffgaff
Who’s ear did boxer Mike Tyson famously bite in 1997?
Evander Holyfield.
Old Person
I hate it when I see an old person... And then realize we went to high school together.