BBC News
Police officer among four dead in shooting at New York City office building
Authorities say Shane Devon Tamura travelled across the country from Las Vegas to open fire inside the skyscraper.
London to celebrate victorious Lionesses with open-top bus parade
The event in London will begin along The Mall and end with a ceremony in front of Buckingham Palace.
RNLI crew defends 'compassionate' migrant rescues
It says it has saved the lives of 58 people crossing the Channel "in their most distressing times".
Starmer to hold emergency cabinet meeting on Gaza
Ministers have been called back to Westminster on Tuesday to discuss peace plans and aid efforts for the territory.
Watch: BBC's Jeremy Bowen goes onboard a plane dropping aid into Gaza
The BBC's international editor was on a Jordanian flight as it dropped supplies into Gaza.
Chris Mason: Trump visit provides Starmer with invaluable access
The PM's time with the president helped burnish a relationship as solid as it is improbable.
Two dead and two injured in Southwark stabbing
One man, who is in a life-threatening condition, has been detained in connection with the stabbings.
China offers parents $1,500 in bid to boost births
The scheme is China's first nationwide subsidy of its kind as the government tries to tackle a looming demographic crisis.
Could aluminium become the packaging 'champion'?
Some packaging firms say aluminium could be used more widely in packaging, but cost may hold it back
Reconsider Gaza family case, court tells Foreign Office
A ruling says the Palestinian family, who have a British relative in the UK, are at "constant risk of injury or death".
France and Germany lead downbeat EU response to US trade deal
France describes it as a "submission", though there is relief in Europe that a trade war has been averted.
Watch: The day the Lionesses brought it home and visited No 10
Sarina Wiegman's triumphant team arrived back in the UK, after becoming the first English team to win a major football tournament on foreign soil.
'How will we survive?' Lesotho factory that made Trump golf shirts hit hard by US tariffs
The uncertainty around the paused tariffs has led to massive layoffs in Lesotho's textile industry.
The Papers: 'The lion ladies' and 'You can't fake that starvation'
The Lionesses' triumphant European Championship win and Gaza aid dominate Tuesday's papers.
India's AI-driven tech firings could derail middle class dreams
India's largest IT services company has announced it will reduce its workforce by 2% as it gets future ready for AI.
Watch: Timelapse shows powerful storm rolling into Minnesota
The storm system that swept through state on Sunday left nearly 40,000 homes without power.
The US-EU trade deal in numbers - how it compares to UK deal
Donald Trump has struck an agreement with the European Union to reduce tariffs - what will that mean for the UK?
Ex-Colombian president Álvaro Uribe guilty of witness-tampering
The 73-year-old has become the first Colombian president to be convicted of a crime.
Watch: Nursing home residents rescued from China floods
At least 30 people have been killed in floods that have inundated large parts of northeastern China.
Suspect in murder of woman and her two teenage children dies
A service for Vanessa Whyte and her children, James and Sara Rutledge, will also be held in Maguiresbridge on Wednesday morning.
Israeli rights groups accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza
Israel's government rejects the allegations in the separate reports by B'Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights-Israel.
Trump cites Murdoch's age to seek swift deposition in Epstein case
Trump's lawyers argue that Murdoch is 94 and may not be available to testify in person due to “recent significant health scares".
Lionesses welcomed home by jubilant fans after Euro 2025 win
At a special 10 Downing Street reception, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner tells the squad "you've made us all so proud".
Famine 'currently playing out' in Gaza, UN-backed experts warn
It comes as aid agencies warn Israel's recent measures to increase aid supplies are not enough.
Five women abused as children by Rotherham grooming gangs say police also sexually abused them
One says she was raped from the age of 12 by a South Yorkshire Police officer in a marked police car.
Watch: Sarina Wiegman dances for joy as Lionesses celebrate Euros win
The Lionesses celebrate after returning from Switzerland with the Euro 2025 trophy following their victory over Spain in the final on Sunday.
Trump's Scotland trip gives him three things he likes - and one thing he doesn't
As Trump wraps up his working holiday in the UK, the BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith assesses its success.
Theft of royal items prompts £3m insurance payout
The annual finances of the Royal Collection Trust show the scale of the theft of royal items on loan to a Paris museum.
New York gunman was targeting NFL but went to wrong office, mayor says
Four people were killed when a gunman stormed a skyscraper on Monday evening and opened fire.
Police seek to question Tommy Robinson in connection with station assault
Transport police are investigating an incident at the London station it says left a man with serious injuries.
Dali painting bought for £150 could fetch £30k
The Salvador Dali painting will be auctioned off after having been snapped up at a house clearance.
Bereaved parents ‘horrified' by Leeds maternity services report
NHS England finds "significant'' concerns about services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Man arrested after two killed in quadruple stabbing in south London
A man, aged 31, is arrested following the stabbing deaths of two people in south-east London.
IMF upgrades global growth forecast as US tariffs ease
A softening of Trump tariffs since April means global growth could be stronger, the IMF says
Could aluminium become the packaging 'champion'?
Some packaging firms say aluminium could be used more widely in packaging, but cost may hold it back
'So terrifying' - New Yorkers describe scrambling for cover in rush-hour skyscraper shooting
Nearby workers fled and took cover after gunfire broke out in one of the city's busiest areas.
How Trump's loathing for wind turbines started with a Scottish court battle
The US president is a vocal critic of wind energy - and it's a loathing which began in Aberdeenshire.
Watch: BBC visits Beijing region hit by deadly flood
The BBC's Stephen McDonell is in Miyun, one of the areas hardest-hit by the severe weather.
Farage demands apology after minister says he is on the side of 'people like Jimmy Savile'
Minister Peter Kyle claims that by opposing online safety laws the Reform UK leader is siding with sex offenders.
Royal Albert Hall seat holders lose £500,000 damages bid
The three seat holders claim they are being deprived of attending more performances than rules allow.
Ozzy Osbourne's hearse to travel through home city Birmingham for fan procession
Fans will get a chance to say farewell to the legendary Black Sabbath frontman, his family says.
Russian strikes kill 25 as prison and hospital hit, Ukraine says
The deadly Russian air strikes come as US President Donald Trump toughens truce ultimatum to Russia.
EE to launch phone plans which restrict internet for teens
UK mobile network operators are already required to ensure only adults can access adult content while using their network.
Largest Sumatran tiger litter in the UK born at Welsh zoo
Endangered Sumatran tiger cubs are born at Pembrokeshire zoo.
Rising meat and tea costs drive up food prices
Food prices rose by 4% in the year to July, according to the British Retail Consortium.
Bournemouth Echo
Bold dance production to play at Lighthouse theatre
Lighthouse Theatre in Poole plays host to bold new dance production on Tuesday, October 14 as choreographer Richard Chappell presents Hot House.
'Loving and kind-hearted son' died in car crash
An inquest has opened into the death of a 'kind-hearted' man after a crash in Stalbridge.
Awards ceremony to launch in 2026 recognising 'amazing work' by police officers
The prestigious Ceremony will take place in February, with award presentations recognising fantastic officers from across the region for their exceptional policing care, compassion and crime fighting.
'No increase in hate crime due to Gaza conflict'
HATE crime in Dorset appears not to have increased because of the situation in Gaza – although there has been incidents in other areas.
Majority of domestic abuse perpetrators had taken cocaine or heroin
THREE quarters of those arrested for domestic abuse offences in Dorset had cocaine or heroin in their system – a pilot project found.
Man dies after falling over at home
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who sustained injuries from a fall.
Thief broke into clothes bank and stole donations
A THIEF broke into a clothes bank in Poole and stole donations, as police investigate several crimes in the area.
More than £2,000 raised in memory of 'much-loved' boat enthusiast
The friends and family of 'much-loved' Ron Johnson have raised £2,500 for Mudeford RNLI.
South Coast Wine Festival returning to Highcliffe Castle this summer
This summer, the South Coast Wine Festival returns — and it’s setting its sights on becoming the biggest wine festival in the country.
Poole set to host series of exciting events this August
Discover Summer Fun in Poole this August with Poole BID: family events, workshops, live music, kids’ camps, exclusive offers and more across Poole venues.
New chair appointed for South West Business Council
Claire Pearce appointed chair of South West Business Council, bringing 30 years’ UK public/private sector experience, including Hinkley Point C leadership.
New sensory 'Cubbie' helps people with autism and ADHD
SWRAC installs Dorset’s first Cubbie sensory booth in Winton to support SEND, autistic and ADHD learners with emotion regulation and focus at Thrive centre.
UK's first model maker degree apprenticeship launched in Bournemouth
Arts University Bournemouth launches UK’s first Modelmaking for Industry degree apprenticeship, offering paid work, part-time study and a path into creative sectors.
New Milton Freemasons to open their doors to the public
New Milton Freemasons host an open day at the Masonic hall this September. Discover Freemasonry, its history, and core values
BH Live leisure centres launch summer holiday timetable
BH Live launches summer holiday activities for children and families in Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole, including swimming, camps, trampolining, and more.
Bournemouth University appoints new pro chancellor
Professor Michael Dooley appointed pro chancellor at Bournemouth University. Consultant gynaecologist and lord lieutenant joins leadership alongside Dr Kate Adie.
Children taught dangers of playing near construction sites
The housebuilder’s community pledge includes school workshops, volunteering, donations, sponsorships and bursaries.
Teen cycling from London to Paris to raise awareness of brain cancer
Bournemouth teen Luis Cummings cycles London to Paris to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research in memory of uncle Paul, highlighting urgent need for brain cancer research.
Businesses urged to seek advice after six-figure savings missed
South of England businesses may miss out on business rates relief during refurbishments or building defects. Hellier Langston secures savings for EPM Poole.
Surprise ballet performance for former ballerina's 101st birthday
Former ballerina Enid Docker, 101, enjoyed a surprise Swan Lake dance at Court Lodge, Lymington, as Colten Care celebrates its centenarian residents.
Plans to improve Studland Peninsula following consultation
National Trust reveals plans for Studland Peninsula after Dorset Coast Forum survey. Key findings: traffic, accessibility, nature, and visitor facilities.
World record paddle boarder to travel Dorset using public transport
David Haze, who is based in Dorset, is known as the "most decorated paddling adventurer in the world" and has teamed up with Morebus for the challenge.
Bournemouth Pier unveiled as new sponsor for film festival
Bournemouth Pier unveils BIFF 2025 preview as Adventure Attractions joins as Silver Tier sponsor, boosting the Bournemouth International Film Festival’s profile.
Military families gather in Dorset for weekend of fun
Eight military families enjoyed a Little Troopers "All Together" weekend in Dorset, supporting children of UK armed forces at Brenscombe Outdoor Centre.
New bakery opens in Bournemouth town centre to huge success
Bournemouth has finally welcomed its very own Wenzel's which was met with massive success on its opening day.
South African song and dance spectacular coming to Bournemouth
A VIBRANT celebration of South African dance and culture is heading to Bournemouth this summer.
Goat group issues warning after people spotted climbing fence
The Bournemouth Goats group has reminded members of the public to stay out of the paddocks as the goats can display unpredictable and aggressive behaviour.
Concerns raised around gun regulations after death of 15-year-old
A CORONER has raised concerns of future deaths and ‘loopholes’ in gun regulations after a 15-year-old boy died by suicide.
Chancellor visits Bournemouth company to discuss growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves visits JP Morgan Bournemouth, highlighting UK financial services cluster, regional investment, job creation, and new Dorset growth plans.
Renowned Bournemouth drummer holds 35th concert raising hundreds for charities
A BOURNEMOUTH based drummer held its annual 35th fundraising event ‘Drumming 4 life’ raising over £600.
Hunting groups banned from hound parade after foxes killed in illegal hunts
TWO Dorset hunting groups have been banned from participating in a show parade after members were convicted of an illegal fox hunt.
Emergency services descend on building near Boscombe Pier
Emergency services are attending an incident at The Point building, Marina Close
Fallen tree blocking road in Bournemouth
Fallen tree blocking road near Queen's Park Brackendale Road is just off Queen's Park Avenue, near the A338
Neighbours rush to stop garden fire that almost saw a home engulfed in flames
A Lyndhurst woman rushed into action to save her elderly neighbour from a large fire that quickly became out of control and almost spread to homes.
Missing man from Poole found by police
A MISSING man from Poole has been found by police following a public appeal.
Council forced to hire specialist cleaners after 'hazardous' waste dumped
Lymington council in the New Forest has been forced to call in specialist contractors to clean up "hazardous waste" left behind by a travellers camp.
'It sounded like a firework going off': Snapped tree limb startles residents
Residents said it sounded like a "lorry tipping stones" as the branch crashed down to the road.
Bakery could be allowed to play music and sell alcohol
The shop currently opens no later than 4pm during the week and has expressed desire to ppens its shop as a restaurant-style venue
Police warn troublemakers will be dealt with 'decisively and robustly'
Officers from Dorset Police are warning troublemakers that they will be dealt with 'decisively and robustly'.
14-year-old girl tells court she was 'scared' as man raped her in park
A 14-year-old girl has told a court that she was “scared” as a man raped her in a city centre park after telling her “how beautiful” she was.
Man put stranger into a 'world of fear' after learning she had a boyfriend
A man put a woman into a "world of fear" with a flurry of death threats after finding out she had a boyfriend, despite never having met
Person 'rescued' from building fire in Boscombe
Emergency services were called to a property fire in Boscombe.
Teenager stabbed in Bournemouth in 'disturbance'
Dorset Police said no arrests have been made and an investigation into the incident is underway.
WATCH: Splashing seal seen eating an eel in Studland
WATCH the moment a seal was seen eating an eel off Studland beach over the weekend.
'It's just scandalous': Water pours onto road for two months as leak left unrepaired
Alan Rayment, 64, lives in Westbourne and has become increasingly frustrated as water continues to spill onto a road two months after a leak first broke out.
Armed robbers who raided over £200k from luxury home to pay back small fraction
An armed robber who stole £221,000 of luxury goods during a terrifying raid on a Sandbanks mansion must pay back just £26 to his victims.
Police hunt for driver after hit and run put cyclist in hospital
POLICE are hunting for a driver after a hit and run left a cyclist in hospital.
Actress leaves £1.2m estate to charity after death in Dorset
Renate was born in East Germany and fled to the West with her mother in the late 1960s.
UK to enjoy 'spells of hot weather' in August as date for next heatwave set
Temperatures are set to rise in August as early weather forecasts from the Met Office see 'spells of hot weather'.
Formula 1
Hadjar endures ‘frustrating’ race thanks to car issue in Belgium
With two cars starting in the top 10, hopes were high of a solid haul of points for the Racing Bulls in Belgium. While Liam Lawson delivered just that with a decent drive to eighth place, Isack Hadjar endured a “frustrating” Grand Prix at Spa as he dropped to the back of the field with a car issue.
Vasseur says Ferrari ‘have to do a better job from the beginning’
Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur has claimed "the mood is good in the team" after a double points finish in the Belgian Grand Prix, but that "we have to do a better job from the beginning" of the weekend in Hungary.
Ocon claims Haas got Belgian GP ‘completely wrong'
After a strong Sprint that saw both Haas cars come home in the points, neither Esteban Ocon nor Ollie Bearman could score in the Grand Prix at Spa. They each encountered different issues in the tricky wet-dry Grand Prix, with Ocon left lamenting too many “costly mistakes” from the team.
Why Red Bull’s Spa tweaks show they’re still pushing
Tsunoda blames ‘miscommunication’ for Belgium strategy error
Yuki Tsunoda enjoyed his best Qualifying of the season for Red Bull at Belgium on Saturday, but his joy was short-lived after a strategy blunder cost him any chance of scoring points on Sunday.
Hamilton defends 'fantastic' Antonelli after Spa
Lewis Hamilton has come to the defence of Kimi Antonelli, claiming the young Italian is "doing fantastic" in his debut season of Formula 1 despite a recent bad run of form.
Which F1 drivers shone the brightest at the Belgian GP?
On a weekend where Spa-Francorchamps was engulfed in both bright sunshine and heavy rain, Oscar Piastri came out on top and extended his points lead over McLaren team mate Lando Norris. But how did our Power Rankings list for the weekend shake out? Check out the latest scores and overall leaderboard below...
Listen to our Belgian Grand Prix review
After a rain-soaked start to proceedings at Spa-Francorchamps, it was Oscar Piastri who ultimately came away with another victory when the Belgian Grand Prix got underway. ESPN journalists Albert Fabrega and Juan Fossaroli join F1 Nation host Tom Clarkson in the Spa paddock to dissect what proved to be another huge weekend in the title fight between McLaren team mates Piastri and Lando Norris.
Windows Central
Microsoft is finally addressing my biggest issue with the Taskbar and multi-monitor support on Windows 11
The latest Windows 11 preview build finally enables the ability to view the notification center and calendar flyout from the Taskbar on secondary monitors.
Dell's new flagship laptops just dropped with a sleek launch deal — Grab a new Premium (formerly XPS) for school or work
Dell XPS is now called Dell Premium, and the latest iterations just launched with an impressive discount. These flagship laptops are perfect for school, too.
More gamers can now upgrade to the latest version of Windows 11 — Microsoft finally removes update block
A bug affecting Easy Anti-Cheat on Intel vPro systems led to a compatibility hold, but those PCs can now upgrade to Windows 11 version 24H2.
I'm torn over the Dell 16 Premium's sleek design — a laptop with great performance but polarizing controls
The Dell 16 Premium is an absolutely gorgeous laptop with an Intel Core Ultra AI CPU and up to an NVIDIA RTX-50 Series GPU. It's pretty powerful but comes in a divisive design. Our review.
Grounded 2 PC system requirements show the Xbox Game Pass title is 5 times bigger than the original — but you can run it on decade-old specs
Ahead of its imminent launch, Grounded 2's system requirements have revealed you won't need the best PC specs to play. However, it is quite a bit larger than the original.
NVIDIA RTX laptops are up to $800 cheaper right now — these back-to-school deals are only available for a limited time
It's (unfortunately) time to start prepping for another back-to-school season, and I found a bunch of the best deals on NVIDIA RTX laptops for students who need some extra power in their PC.
Xbox begins age verification in the UK in accordance with recent law — with restrictions beginning early next year
Xbox users in the U.K. will start being encouraged to verify their identity, with new procedures in alignment with the country's Online Safety Act.
Microsoft revolutionizes Edge as an AI-powered web browser with new experimental 'Copilot Mode' — here's how to enable it right now
Copilot Mode in Microsoft Edge is a new experimental feature that transforms the browser into an agentic AI experience, but it's only free for a limited time.
Grounded 2 has gorgeous lighting — the atmosphere pulls me in even more than the first game
Grounded 2 has a lot going for it, but the atmosphere shouldn't be overlooked. The lighting alone is a serious improvement on the first game.
I love how Grounded 2 gets rid of tired survival game tools — it makes the game better, not easier
Grounded 2 has arrived in early access, and one of the most notable changes Obsidian made was replacing all tools with the upgradeable Omni-Tool (I like it).
Can I play Grounded 2 on Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and other handheld gaming PCs?
Grounded 2 has arrived in early access with a brand-new map, a new chapter of the story, and a whole lot of (literal) bugs. But how does it play on handhelds?
Elgato Facecam 4K is on the horizon with 4K60 video and 49mm Lens filter support — It's the direct successor to one of our favorite webcams
Elgato Facecam 4K might be an entry-level way into DLSR-like performance in a webcam form factor.
A Tale of Two Ants told from two sides — our experiences with Grounded 2's stellar early access launch
Two of the Windows Central team have spent hours playing Grounded 2 ahead of its early access launch, and they have some thoughts.
OneNote finally adds paste plain text shortcut — a feature I use constantly in Word and my browser
Microsoft has added a long-requested paste text only shortcut to OneNote, matching functionality already found in Word, Chrome, and other apps.
Microsoft reveals 40 jobs about to be destroyed by AI — is your career on the list?
A Microsoft Research paper has listed out 40 professions it believes are most at risk from the rise of AI, as well as 40 professions that should be safe (at least for now...)
Windows 10 is 10 years old today — let's look back at 10 controversial and defining moments in its history
From modern app platforms to forced feature upgrades and telemetry concerns, we take a look at 10 of Windows 10's most controversial and defining moments on its 10th anniversary.
With Windows 10’s fast-approaching demise, this Linux migration tool could let you ditch Microsoft’s ecosystem with your data and apps intact — but it's limited to one distro
Operese is a Windows-to-Linux migration tool that lets users make the transition to the free and open-source operating system with all their files, settings, and installed apps.
Microsoft mysteriously offered a Windows 11 upgrade to this unsupported Windows 10 PC — despite it failing to meet the "non-negotiable" TPM 2.0 requirement
Microsoft seemingly offered an upgrade to Windows 11 to unsupported hardware, even though it didn't meet the system requirements.
Laffgaff
Who is the drummer in the band Queen?
Roger Taylor.
Extra Letter
There's no point adding an extra 's' to the end of the word 'needles.' It's needless.