BBC News
Labour rebellion clouds welfare bill win despite concessions
MPs approved the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill but only after ministers made big changes.
Slow-motion humiliation for Starmer as he loses control of Commons
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason and chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman on the welfare bill.
Trump says Israel has agreed to conditions for 60-day Gaza ceasefire
US president warns Hamas "it will only get worse" if they do not accept the deal.
'They took shrapnel from my heart' – the magnets saving lives in Ukraine
A magnetic extractor is changing the face of front-line medicine in Ukraine.
Dalai Lama announces clear succession plan
His comments put to rest all speculation over whether the 600-year-old institution will end with him.
Diddy jury to keep deliberating after deadlocking on most serious charge
The panel has reached a verdict on four of the five counts in the rap mogul's sex trafficking trial.
Banknotes are getting a makeover - and the Bank of England wants your help
The first facelift in more than 50 years signals the possible end of historical figures on notes.
Trump threatens Japan with tariff up to 35% as deadline looms
It would be well above the 24% tariff imposed on Japan as part of the so-called "Liberation Day" in April.
Qantas data breach exposes up to six million customer profiles
The airline was hit by a cyber attack on a platform storing names, email addresses and phone numbers.
Who are the welfare bill rebels? Find out how your MP voted
Check whether your MP voted for or against the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill
The Papers: 'Starmer guts welfare reform' and 'Buggy useless'
Last-minute changes to the welfare cuts bill and migrant channel crossings make Wednesday's front pages.
Will there be a drought where I live?
We take a look at river, reservoir and groundwater levels after a particularly dry few months.
US halts some weapons shipments to Ukraine, White House says
US is concerned about low stockpiles for its own needs, as Russia intensifies the war in Ukraine.
TSB could disappear from high street after £2.65bn sale to Santander
The bank is set to be integrated into Santander UK which has said there could be job cuts.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Heathrow considering legal action against National Grid over fire that caused shutdown
Heathrow says it is considering legal action against National Grid following a report into a fire which led the airport to close.
Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment
Catherine says "you put on a sort of brave face" during treatment but afterwards it can also feel "really difficult".
Family of teenage crash victim Harry Dunn want inquiry report published
The teenager's mother is calling for a "full, open and transparent process".
Kuenssberg: Starmer's first year ends in shambles, but could he still turn it around?
Labour has been failing its basic mission to look like a capable government. And the PM's authority has been given a kick. But insiders have hope for the year ahead
Former head of Royal Navy sacked over conduct
Adm Sir Ben Key's behaviour was found to have "fallen far short of values and standards expected of service personnel"
Scorching European heatwave turns deadly in Spain, Italy and France
Two people are found dead by firefighters in Spain's Catalonia region, with heat-related fatalities in France and Italy.
Judges order new inquiry into MI5 false evidence exposed by BBC
Earlier investigations into evidence in case of neo-Nazi state agent were "deficient", judges rule.
Bob Vylan dropped from music festivals after Glastonbury controversy
The band made headlines with controversial comments on stage at Glastonbury about the IDF.
Ukraine fears increased Russian aggression after US halt of weapons supply
On Tuesday the White House said that it had cut off some weapons deliveries to Ukraine in order "to put America's interests first".
Watch: What it was like inside courtroom when verdict came in
In total, the jury deliberated for 13 hours over three days to come to a unanimous decision on the charges against Combs.
Who testified in the trial?
A look back at some of the key people who gave evidence during the New York trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Five takeaways from report into fire that shut Heathrow down
A report into a fire that resulted in Heathrow Airport shutting down for nearly a day has been released - what are the key findings?
Everything we know so far about The Devil Wears Prada 2
Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci are all set to reprise their original roles.
After one of the driest springs on record, will there be a drought where you live?
We take a look at river, reservoir and groundwater levels after a particularly dry few months.
Who is the Dalai Lama and why does he live in exile?
The Dalai Lama, now 90, remains at the centre of China's complicated relationship with Tibet.
Prosecutors consider further charges against Lucy Letby
The Crown Prosecution Service is considering a "full file" of evidence submitted by Cheshire Police.
Covid care home policy was 'least worst decision' says Hancock
Former health secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government's attempt to throw a protective ring around care homes in early 2020 was empty rhetoric.
Recent droughts are 'slow-moving global catastrophe', UN report says
It says drought has compounded poverty, hunger, and energy insecurity worldwide.
Canaletto Venice painting owned by first UK PM sells for record £32m
The painting once adorned the walls of Dowing Street during the tenure of Sir Robert Walpole.
Dalai Lama confirms he will have a successor after his death
The exiled leader of Tibetan Buddhism issues a landmark announcement as he turns 90, ending years of uncertainty.
Trump says Israel has agreed to conditions for 60-day Gaza ceasefire
A Hamas official tells the BBC the group is "ready" for a deal if it ends the war, but optimism remains low.
Cooler weather conditions set in across UK as heatwave ends
While there is some short-lived hot weather in the forecast, cooler conditions are kicking in across the UK.
Bournemouth Echo
This was the place to be in Bournemouth in the 1920s
Far from the bustling, often chaotic scenes of today, the Bournemouth of the '20s offered a more genteel yet equally vibrant escape.
2 Dorset neighbourhoods named as Britain's most expensive seaside spots for 2025
Sandbanks and Canford Cliffs in Dorset have been named as Britain's most expensive seaside spots for 2025 according to Rightmove
The Dorset postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month
A few postcodes across Dorset won prizes in the People's Postcode Lottery in June 2025, including in Bournemouth and Poole
'Cycling isn't the only answer for BCP'
LABOUR and Green councillors in BCP Council are being urged to champion cycling infrastructure. But before more roads are painted over and vital traffic lanes squeezed out, it's worth asking: is this truly what most residents want?
The Dorset winners who picked up prizes in this month's Premium Bonds draw
Here are the Premium Bonds winners for July 2025 in Dorset - check if you've won a prize.
Prince William hails ‘tremendous efforts’ to tackle homelessness in BCP
Prince William praises ‘tremendous efforts’ in the BCP drive to end homelessness.
Popular murder mystery walks returning this summer
Experience the Double Act Murder Mystery Walks at Corfe Castle, Dorset this summer 2025. Book tickets for this immersive 1834 Hanoverian Britain event.
Nominations open for Dorset's best recyclers awards
Nominate Dorset's top recyclers for the 2025 Win on Waste Recycling Awards. Recognise individuals, teams, schools and organisations
Care home supports charity festival raising more than £164,000
Blandford Grange Nursing Home supported Teddy Rocks Festival 2024, helping raise £164,233 for Teddy20, a Dorset cancer charity for children and families.
Open-air movie screenings to take place in gardens this weekend
Enjoy open-air screenings of "The Greatest Showman" and "Top Gun: Maverick" at Larmer Tree Gardens, Wiltshire–Dorset border, this weekend. Book tickets now!
Young performers to light up Bournemouth theatre stage
Mr Brookes said: "I’m incredibly proud to be working with the talented young cast of Broadway Showtunes.
Award-winning Broadway musical coming to Bournemouth
It then had its Broadway debut in April 2018 at the August Wilson Theatre, where it was met with rave reviews.
Love It Local Food and Drink Festival coming to Corfe Castle
Corfe Castle hosts the Love It Local Food and Drink Festival, 12–13 July, featuring Isle of Purbeck produce, live music, crafts, family activities and more.
West End stars set to perform at Bournemouth restaurant
West End stars perform musical hits live at The Ivy Brasserie Bournemouth on 6 July. Enjoy classic show tunes and the new summer menu at this exclusive event.
Bournemouth chef shortlisted for prestigious scholarship
The grand prize winner will receive a full scholarship worth more than £90,000 to study the Grand Diplôme at Le Cordon Bleu London.
Hundreds of families enjoy 'Picnic in the Park' event
Upton's free 'Picnic in the Park' celebrated VE and VJ Days with live music, fancy dress, petting ponies, falconry, and a Red Arrows flypast.
Lawyer issues warning to trustees after woman steals daughters' inheritance
Dorset solicitor warns trustees after Welsh woman jailed for £50,000 trust fraud. Ellis Jones Solicitors highlights legal duties for UK trustees and executors.
Extra event added to 'big hit' Summer Streets programme
Bournemouth Summer Streets adds extra Street Art Saturday event, featuring free arts, live music, family activities and workshops in the town centre.
Staff member wins national award for dedication to profession
Julie Dowdney of University Hospitals Dorset wins "Outstanding Leadership" award from BIOS for advancing orthoptic apprenticeships and NHS leadership.
Travel agent donates hair to charity for children who have lost hair
Jade Ayley, Hays Travel Southbourne, donates hair and raises £400 for Little Princess Trust, supporting wigs for children with cancer in the UK.
National Fish & Chip Awards 2026 launches with new award
Entries open for the 2026 National Fish & Chip Awards, organised by the NFFF. UK and international shops invited. New categories and public nominations now live.
Fawlty Towers stage adaptation to visit Bournemouth Pavilion
Fawlty Towers The Play, adapted by John Cleese, comes to Bournemouth Pavilion in October. See classic BBC sitcom episodes live with top UK cast.
Child Okeford Art Trail set to return for its fifth year
Discover the Child Okeford Art Trail 2025: 22 Dorset artists, including Diane Ablitt and Jo Burnell, exhibit paintings, pottery, prints, and crafts this August.
Underpass transformed into 'innovative and colourful' mural
A 53-foot Hanham Road underpass in Wimborne now features a colourful mural by Kizzi B Creative and Beaucroft College students, funded by Wimborne BID.
Poole business named Start Up of the Year at national awards
Poole-based Anchoright wins Start Up of the Year at Maritime UK 2025 Awards for its eco-friendly anchor chain safety markers, now sold internationally.
'Letters to heaven' post box set up in Dorset burial ground
A "letters to heaven" memorial post box at Hinton Park Woodland burial ground, Dorset, lets mourners send messages on seed paper that blooms into flowers.
Dorset author publishes debut novel after six weeks of writing
Dorset author Thomas Sinkinson’s debut novel "The Man Who Hired a Wizard" delivers absurd British humour and satire, set in East Dorset and the New Forest.
Independent school given 'exceptionally positive' report following inspection
Ballard School, in New Milton, was assessed by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) from April 29 to May 1 and has been found to have met all required standards.
Dorset Police name the 'Fatal Five' killers on the road
OFFICERS are reminding the public of the importance of driving safely and they will be focusing their efforts to reduce road traffic collisions in Dorset.
Penguin couple celebrates 10 years of 'fantastic love story' at Oceanarium
Diego, 22 and Zorro, 20, met at the Penguin Beach Encounter in July 2015, and became a couple the following February.
'We’re really proud of what we've created': pub reopens following £450k renovation
Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) has invested thousands into a major renovation at The Ox in Ashley Cross, Poole, which reopened to guests this month.
Councillor resigns from committee over ‘double standards’
A COUNCILLOR has resigned from a committee over reported ‘double standards’ of the vice chairman.
Pensioner had thousands of indecent images of children as young as four-years-old
A PENSIONER ‘addicted’ to indecent images had thousands of pictures of children, some as young as four-years-old, a court heard.
Echo's Gym of the Year winners praise 'lovely community' after recognition
The owner's of Calibre Fitness in Christchurch said winning Gym of the Year is "awesome" after years of hard work and passion for fitness.
Council changes plans for recycling centre booking system
Councillor Andrews added: "We’ve heard from many residents who say, ‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.’
Residents raise 'traffic chaos' fears of 13m storage development
RESIDENTS are objecting against erection of warehouse for self-storage by UK’s leading brand in self-storage at busy castle lane in Bournemouth saying there would be an ‘increase congestion’.
Police incident sees area near school cordoned off
A large emergency response was called to a footpath near a primary school in Bournemouth.
Gym shuts suddenly as 'new partner' sought to take over existing brand
Anytime Poole at Lifeboat Quay has shut suddenly, showing as "permanently closed" on Google and "temporarily closed" on the brand's website.
Man arrested after 'beating' an emergency worker during beach brawl
Detectives investigating a public order incident on Bournemouth seafront are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
Man in his 60s pronounced dead after emergency service response
A man in his 60s was pronounced dead at scene after large emergency response at Talbot Drive.
Teenage boy taken to hospital via air ambulance during incident at beach
It came as HM Coastguard was tasked to assist with the teenager in the water, along with Southbourne and Poole Coastguard Rescue Teams and Poole lifeboat.
REVIEW: St. Vincent, O2 Academy Bournemouth
Acclaimed artist and six times Grammy winner St Vincent played the O2 in Bournemouth last night and to find that it wasn’t sold out was a real surprise.
PICTURES: Ringwood School Year 11 prom at Vitality Stadium
Freelance photographer Richard Crease was there to capture the moment students arrived at the event.
Missing teenager last seen in Bournemouth is found
A teenage girl reported missing in Bournemouth has been found, police have said.
Drivers warned of the common road signs most don't understand - do you know them?
Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate
'Do not eat': Popular snacks recalled in the UK due to salmonella contamination
Popular Wall’s snack products have been recalled due to salmonella contamination, as shoppers were warned not to eat them
Expert shares 35p hack that will clean your garden patio this summer
The winter months can make a garden patio look tired, dirty and sometimes even discoloured but this 35p white vinegar hack can freshen it up.
Households to get up to £2,000 compensation for water service failings
Compensation payments will automatically be credited to the accounts of eligible customers with immediate effect.
Government
Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill
A Bill to establish the right to breathe clean air; to require the Secretary of State to achieve and maintain clean air in England; to make provision about environmental targets and minimum standards in relation to clean air; to make provision about the powers, duties and functions of public bodies in England in relation to air pollution; to give the Office for Environmental Protection additional powers and duties related to clean air; to require the Secretary of State to comply with the United Nations Convention on Long-Range Transboundary Air Pollution; to require the Secretary of State and public authorities to apply specified environmental principles in carrying out their duties under this Act; and for connected purposes.
Criminal Cases Review (Public Petition) Bill
A Bill to make provision for the general public to petition the Criminal Cases Review Commission to review sentences that the petitioners believe to be either too harsh or too lenient; to make provision about the review of such sentences; to make provision about the referral of such cases to the Court of Appeal or the Supreme Court; and for connected purposes.
Festivals Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to enter into negotiations with the European Union for the purpose of agreeing a visa waiver for UK artists and musicians performing at festivals in EU member states; to make provision to facilitate the movement of artists and musicians, and of their equipment, between the EU and the UK to perform at festivals; to require the Secretary of State to publish a Festivals Strategy; and for connected purposes.
Armed Forces (Deployment Outside the UK) Bill
A Bill to require parliamentary approval for the deployment of UK armed forces outside the UK; to provide for exemptions from that requirement in cases of emergency or in respect of compliance with treaty obligations; to make provision for retrospective parliamentary approval in certain circumstances; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
How Alonso triumphed amid Nurburgring havoc
As our countdown of F1's 25 greatest races continues, Anna Francis recalls the 2007 European Grand Prix at the Nurburgring, an event that featured everything from a backmarker leading on their debut, a dramatic Turn 1 pile-up courtesy of treacherous rain and a thrilling late-race duel that sparked quite the fallout after the chequered flag.
Glenmorangie announced as Official Whisky of Formula 1
Glenmorangie has been named as the Official Whisky of Formula 1, with Hollywood icon Harrison Ford helping reveal the partnership ahead of the British Grand Prix this weekend.
Racing Bulls unveil special livery for British GP
Racing Bulls and their partner HUGO have unveiled a special livery for the British Grand Prix in collaboration with Nigerian artist Slawn.
UK Prime Minister hosts F1 in Downing Street
Formula 1 CEO and President Stefano Domenicali met with British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer for a celebration of the sport’s 75th anniversary year – and a discussion about F1’s role in the United Kingdom’s economy – ahead of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
What can Red Bull do about the Verstappen conundrum?
"The truth is, without Verstappen, Red Bull aren’t even midfielders, they are tail-enders in Formula 1 and even a long way adrift of Racing Bulls," says former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer.
Keanu Reeves to front new Cadillac documentary series
It has been announced that filmmaker and motorsport enthusiast Keanu Reeves will front a documentary series showcasing the behind-the-scenes story of the Cadillac Formula 1 Team’s effort to join the F1 grid.
What's the best F1 Fantasy line-up for Silverstone?
Formula 1 returns to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix this weekend, historic home to the very first World Championship event 75 years ago, and our Strategist has been evaluating the statistical trends and reviewing the track history to ensure you’re well-informed to make the right decisions in F1 Fantasy.
How to stream the British GP on F1 TV Premium
Formula 1 heads to Silverstone this weekend as the British Grand Prix hosts the second leg of a double header sequence – and here’s all the information you need to follow the action live on F1 TV.
What is the weather forecast for the British GP?
Great Britain will host Round 12 of the 2025 F1 season this weekend, but what does the weather have in store for the drivers at Silverstone?
10 quiz questions on the Austrian GP
Were you paying attention to all the action at the Red Bull Ring? Take our quiz to find out...
Alonso praises ‘outstanding’ Bortoleto after battle in Austria
Fernando Alonso’s strong run of form continued in Austria, as the Aston Martin man came home in the points for the third straight race.
Norris on raising his game and fighting for the title
Now a multiple race winner, podium finisher and polesitter, Lando Norris is ready to take the next step in his Formula 1 career and become World Champion.
Popular demand sees F1 Exhibition extend Amsterdam stay
The Formula 1 Exhibition is extending its stay in Amsterdam by a final six weeks because of incredible demand.
Windows Central
Microsoft has a new way to use AI in OneNote — but a "dumb" feature excites me more
Microsoft recently added Copilot Notebooks to OneNote, but a fix for blurry content might be more useful in daily life.
"I want to support the sweaty boys!" — Fallout: New Vegas director says it's a "mistake" to trade RPG crunch for "super accessible" gameplay, and he's right
Obsidian Entertainment's Fallout: New Vegas director Josh Sawyer says it would be a "mistake" to get rid of RPG depth and "crunch" in pursuit of approachability.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is coming to Xbox Game Pass soon — and one of the service's biggest-ever hits is returning, too
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 is coming to Xbox Game Pass soon, while Squanch Games' High on Life is returning to the subscription service in July.
Minecraft’s 'Vibrant Visuals' side-by-side comparison pics — Here’s what it gets right and where it falls short
I played Minecraft with Vibrant Visuals enabled on my Xbox Series X and Series X. This upgrade makes the game feel more alive, but it still needs some improvements.
My son's been bugging me to play Minecraft for six years and this one mod could actually make me do it
Minecraft is usually played either first-person or third-person, but what about a top down, ARPG style view such as we had with Minecraft Dungeons?
Rejoice, PC gamers: this Steam feature just got a massive update — here's how to use it and how it works
Steam's built-in performance tracking tool has been outdated for a long time, but Valve has just given it a massive overhaul in a new update. Here's how to use it.
AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D hits the lowest price of the year — Why wait for Prime Day?
It's hard to beat the Ryzen 7 7800X3D in terms of gaming performance, and it's now dropped to the lowest price of the year. Newegg is throwing in a free 1TB SSD when you buy.
Xbox is cancelling Rare's 'Everwild' as part of broader cuts — with 'Perfect Dark' and ZeniMax's new MMORPG IP possibly impacted as well
As part of broader cuts to the Xbox division, Rare's Everwild has been canceled.
One of the best PowerToys features just got even better — and it puts Windows Search to shame
PowerToys 0.92 brings a faster, more stable Command Palette with improved extensions, search tools, and customization options for Windows users.
Microsoft's layoffs to top 9,000 people, impacting around 4% of the firm's entire workforce — total 2025 layoffs now top 15,300 people
Microsoft has begun global layoffs as previously reported, with staff impacted in various departments from Azure to Xbox.
Microsoft continues Xbox layoffs, with jobs cut at King and ZeniMax Media — read Phil Spencer's note to staff
Microsoft is laying off employees in its Xbox division, including cuts to the teams at King and ZeniMax Media.
Apple is making a cheap MacBook — that's bad news for Windows
A sub-$800 MacBook is reportedly in the works, targeting the midrange PC market, notorious for its lackluster hardware. If true, Windows OEMs are in trouble.
I made 21 tweaks in Windows 11 to increase gaming performance — and they worked
On Windows 11, you can configure a slew of settings and features to improve gaming performance. In this guide, I'll show you 21 ways to optimize your PC.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a Soulslike RPG that's coming to Xbox Game Pass — after playing it, I still have these concerns
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a brutal Soulslike action-RPG. After going hands-on at Summer Game Fest 2025, I still have some concerns.
Marvel Rivals Season 3 is bringing Blade and Phoenix — but I need this balance issue fixed
Marvel Rivals Season 3 is bringing Blade and Phoenix, but I still need balance issues resolved for my poor main, Thor.
Can OpenAI’s mandatory week-long break fend off Meta’s $100 million talent grab? — "Someone has broken into our home"
After Meta successfully poached a handful of OpenAI's top talent, the ChatGPT maker has sent its staff on a mandatory week-long break.
Sam Altman says his CEO ouster "wasn't the craziest thing that would happen in OpenAl's history" — neither will Meta's $100 million raid on the firm's top AI talent
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has broken his silence on Meta's aggressive poaching campaign for its top AI talent.
Laffgaff
Who was the first director of the FBI?
J. Edgar Hoover.
Auto Body Shop
Did you hear about the new auto body shop that just opened? It comes highly wreck-a-mended.