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UK wants to 'affect situation on ground' in Gaza
The government has announced it will recognise a Palestinian state unless Israel agrees to end the crisis.
Bowen: UK move to recognise Palestinian state is a diplomatic crowbar to revive peace process
Such a move would be a major departure from UK foreign policy.
Missing Brady memoir 'could hold new clues to Moors murders'
A manuscript by one of the Moors murderers could indicate where missing victim is buried, it is claimed.
The doctor strike is ending - what comes next?
With doctors returning to work after five-day walkout, is there an opportunity for talks to re-start?
Why plane turbulence is really becoming more frequent - and more severe
Flights are getting bumpier, thanks in part to climate change. But new studies are looking into innovative potential ways to turbulence-proof wings - using AI and owls
Rape crisis centre to launch single sex-only meetings after trans row
The new group will run alongside an existing service which allows trans and non-binary people to take part
UK gets first female Astronomer Royal in 350 years
Prof Michele Dougherty is the first woman to be appointed to the influential post.
What will the new banknotes look like?
Many young people are among those suggesting new themes for the biggest redesign of banknotes in 50 years.
Plan for 40,000 homes to be built on railway land
The UK government says first-time buyers stand to benefit from the plan to develop the brownfield sites.
Ozzy Osbourne's home city set to say final goodbye
Thousands are expected to watch his funeral procession make its way through Birmingham on Wednesday.
Watch: How did Gaza get to the brink of starvation?
The BBC's diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams explains how the people of Gaza have reached a point of starvation.
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.
More than 60,000 people killed in Gaza during Israel offensive, Hamas-run health ministry says
At least 112 people were killed in the 24 hours before late Tuesday morning, 22 while trying to get aid, the ministry says.
Gazan mother of malnourished baby speaks to BBC
Yasmeen Abu Sultan says her two-month old daughter is suffering from malnutrition and asked that she is taken out of Gaza to undertake medical treatment.
'I was a shopping addict - it needs to be taken more seriously'
People with experience of compulsive buying say more NHS help is needed to tackle the issue.
The Papers: Starmer 'rewarding Hamas' and 'Labour's low blow'
The PM's decision to recognise a Palestinian state unless Israel ends the Gaza crisis dominates Wednesday's papers.
I've stopped life-saving medication says man exhausted by fight for NHS care
Tim Hull, who has a rare neurological condition, says his quality of life is "very, very low".
Greece claims 'invasion' in Crete as it tries to halt asylum on Med route
Greek migration minister Thanos Plevris says his country faces a "state of emergency".
Russian soldiers scammed and robbed of war cash on return from Ukraine
A number of cases emerge of servicemen targeted for their salaries and pay-offs by government officials.
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.
A mistaken elevator, frantic emails and a run for help - how New York shooting unfolded
Workers barricaded doors and sent goodbye notes as a man roamed through a skyscraper killing people.
YouTube to be included in Australia's teen social media ban
The Australian government says the world-first ban is aimed at protecting youth from online harm.
Trump says Epstein 'stole' young women from his Mar-a-Lago spa
Trump told reporters his falling out with Epstein was due to the disgraced financier poaching his employees.
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.
Outcry after German zoo culled baboons due to overcrowding
The zoo in Nuremberg said it knew many people would be "upset" or "infuriated" by the decision.
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.
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.
Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty announce separation
The presenters, who married in 2012, made the announcement in a joint statement.
Freed British-Israeli hostage says Starmer 'risks rewarding terror' with Palestinian recognition
Emily Damari says the prime minister is "not on the right side of history" with his plan for a Palestinian state.
Why did Russian mega earthquake not cause more tsunami damage?
The earthquake was one of the strongest ever recorded, but its tsunami was not as bad as feared.
Man guilty of Manchester Airport attack on police officers
Mohammed Amaaz was seen attacking two female officers in footage shared widely on social media.
TikTok removes video by Huda Beauty boss over anti-Israel conspiracy theories
Huda Kattan is accused of "using her massive platform to spread vile antisemitic conspiracy theories".
British brother and sister, 11 and 13, drown off beach in Spain
The children's father, who had also entered the water, was rescued alive by authorities on Tuesday evening.
Streeting invites doctors for fresh talks next week - but won't negotiate on pay
But the health secretary says he will not negotiate on pay, adding that the union has lost goodwill with their five-day walkout.
BBC reunites with Met Office for weather forecasts
After eight years apart, the BBC wants the Met Office to help provide "the most trusted" forecasts.
E.coli infections rise due to salad leaf outbreaks
Parents should wash their children's hands with soap and warm water before food, say health officials.
What caused the Manchester Airport brawl? Footage shows how violence erupted
CCTV and body-cam footage captured the chain of events leading up to the arrest of two brothers.
Watch: Sharon Osbourne cries as she views tributes to late husband Ozzy
Sharon was seen crying as she laid flowers at a tribute for her late husband.
The delicate politics behind the UK's move on Palestinian statehood
The government's statehood policy marks a hugely significant shift in the UK's diplomatic stance.
I've stopped life-saving medication, says man exhausted by fight for NHS care
Tim Hull, who has a rare neurological condition, says his quality of life is "very, very low".
Banknotes are getting a major redesign - what could they look like?
Young people are among those suggesting new themes for the biggest change to banknotes in 50 years.
Why plane turbulence is becoming more frequent - and more severe
Flights are getting bumpier, thanks in part to climate change. But new studies are looking into innovative potential ways to turbulence-proof wings - using AI and owls
How young people are risking their lives to find TikTok's 'secret' beauty spots
Mountain rescuers rush to save a young couple stranded in a quarry after watching a TikTok video.
Migration fuels second largest population rise since 1940s
The population rise of more than 700,000 is the second largest in more than 75 years, the ONS says.
Palestine Action can challenge UK ban, court rules
The group's co-founder wins a bid to bring a legal challenge after the government banned it as a terror organisation.
Murder-obsessed teen jailed for plotting mass school shooting
A court heard Felix Winter, 18, idolised the killers behind the 1999 Columbine High School massacre in the US.
YouTube now second only to BBC for viewer numbers
The video sharing platform, now enjoyed by younger and older people, has also jumped ahead of ITV.
Trump takes aim at US Fed as import drop lifts economy
The president used new data to criticise America's central bank ahead of a decision on interest rates.
Theatre school founder Sylvia Young dies aged 85
Her London stage school helped launch the careers of Amy Winehouse, Dua Lipa and Emma Bunton.
Bournemouth Echo
The Holme Bush Inn reopens under new management
The Holme Bush Inn Reopens Under New Management
Go Ape among top 10 per cent of attractions worldwide
Go Ape Moors Valley ranks in Tripadvisor’s top 10% of global attractions for 2025, winning the Travelers’ Choice Award for its outdoor adventure activities.
Harbourside restaurant joins business club to aid the arts
Last year, the Lighthouse welcomed almost half a million visitors to more than 2,000 performances, screenings, and events.
Warning to landlords as major changes to tenancy law loom
Landlords in England warned to prepare for major changes as the Renters’ Rights Bill nears approval, ending Section 21 evictions and reforming tenancy laws.
Children raise more than £35k in fancy dress swimming event
Hundreds of children across Devon and Dorset raised over £35,000 at Water Babies Splashathon, supporting Tommy’s and Children’s Alliance charities with swimming events.
BH Live launches holiday camps at Bournemouth sports centre
BH Live launches HAF-funded holiday camps at Sir David English Sports Centre, Bournemouth, offering free activities and meals for children on free school meals.
Bournemouth East MP launches new plan to connect with residents
Labour MP Tom Hayes launches summer events in Bournemouth East, including daily surgeries, door-knocking, and 'Talk with Tom' sessions to hear residents’ views.
Man saved from homelessness by charity starts college
Steve Davis, helped by Bournemouth’s Hope charity after homelessness and assault, is set to start college. Hope has supported 2,700+ homeless people.
Dorset man receives British Citizen Award for raising money
Dorset’s John Rynne awarded British Citizen Award at Westminster for raising over £100,000 for Citizens Advice East Dorset through charity dance events.
Furniture from Bournemouth school to be sent to Africa
Furniture and equipment from Bournemouth’s Oak Academy are being donated to schools in The Gambia and Zambia, aided by National Police Aid Charity.
Museum to start 'vital' work with more than £100k grant
The Keep Military Museum in Dorchester receives £107,150 National Lottery Heritage Fund grant to support outreach, collections care, and community events.
Major seafront attractions to offer discounted tickets this summer
"It’s a great example of how we’re working together to reinvigorate the seafront, support local tourism, and give families more value from their visits.
Golf day raises thousands for new heart failure unit
Remedy Oak Golf Club’s charity golf day in Wimborne raises £7,500 for Southampton General Hospital’s D2 heart failure unit, honouring surgeon Jim Monro.
Village gardening club's summer show to showcase talents
Raffle prizes include vouchers from Swanage Tennis Club, the Pig on the Beach, and Studland Watersports and Sauna Hut.
'LEGO lover's dream' festival to come to Bournemouth
Bournemouth Brick Festival returns to the BIC on 6 September with LEGO speed building, mosaic making, rare sets, traders, and master builder displays.
Retired teacher meets the paramedics who saved his life
Retired Wimborne teacher Jason Pizzey reunited with South Western Ambulance Service paramedics who saved his life after a cardiac arrest at home.
Bournemouth has one of the worst recycling rejection rates
Bournemouth has one of the highest recycling rejection rates in the South West, with 12.55% of recyclables rejected, new DEFRA research reveals.
Trainee set to qualify as a solicitor in Bournemouth
Jshan Kumar, Bournemouth University graduate, to qualify as a solicitor at Preston Redman Solicitors in August 2025 after completing his training contract.
Housebuilder increases deposit offer for key workers to £25k
Barratt David Wilson Homes Southampton boosts key worker deposit scheme to £25,000 for NHS, teachers, police and more, aiding public sector homebuyers.
Dorset Council reduces its own emissions by 31 per cent
Dorset Council remains the top-performing unitary authority in England for recycling, with a 60.5 per cent recycling rate.
New writing group to launch at Poole arts centre
Martha Earley, creative engagement manager at Lighthouse, said: "Lighthouse is very excited to build on its support for new writing.
Southbourne's streets transformed for vintage fashion parade
Southbourne Sartorial Saunter 2025: Vintage fashion parade and café crawl celebrates golden age style. Highlights include local cafés, boutiques, and elegance.
'Greenfield land must be protected for future generations'
Plans to extend a quarry near Bournemouth Airport have sparked backlash from residents who fear the development will harm local wildlife, increase traffic danger, and result in the loss of vital green space.
Dancer choreographing death-defying stunts despite being terrified of heights
Hollie, from Poole, is choreographing the dangerous aerial stunts for Circus Extreme which is gearing up for a homecoming show in her hometown.
‘I begged for help before attempting suicide – services should learn from my story’
A WOMAN who begged for mental health support moments before attempting suicide is urging professionals to learn from her story.
£150,000 spent to police AFC Bournemouth matches as dozens ejected from games
UP TO £150,000 is spent to police AFC Bournemouth home matches, as dozens of football fans are ejected from games.
Dorset MPs react to letter calling for UK to recognise Palestine
The cross-party letter calls for the official recognition of the state of Palestine and was signed by over a third of MPs.
In The Dock: Man caught with indecent images of children
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Meet the couple behind the fine chocolate and French patisserie boutique opening soon
A FINE chocolate and French patisserie boutique is planned to open in September, offering high end, luxury delicacies made with local produce.
Man arrested after potential deliberate property fire
A man has been arrested after it is believed that a property fire in Boscombe may have been started deliberately.
'I just want to feel like myself': cafe owner fundraising after life altering surgery
A MAN has set up a fundraiser to help him access private healthcare after a surgery left him unable to eat properly.
Decision on alcohol licence at former takeaway that hired illegal workers adjourned
Chicken n Beer, at 58 Stanfield Road, had its alcohol licence revoked in May after it was found to have employed illegal workers, following a review application submitted by Dorset Police and supported by HM Immigration Enforcement.
'Truly awesome' show set to take place at Dorset museum
Tam Gilbert, co-director, said: "We really hope you’ll want to come and support this unique Dorset theatre company.
Police called in over financial scandal
PROSECUTIONS could follow from the sacking of 11 interim council staff overseeing health and safety work at dozens of Dorset Council buildings.
WATCH: Fire on heathland late at night being treated as suspected arson
A fire at a Bournemouth heathland is being treated as ‘suspected arson’ officials have confirmed.
Man punched and hit with shovel during altercation
A man was punched and hit with a ‘shovel’ by other man during an altercation in Bournemouth.
Yellow weather warning issued for thunderstorms in Dorset
Drivers have been warned that conditions could be affected by spray, standing water or hail.
Commoners campaign to be recognised as a national minority
New Forest Commoners are looking to be recognised as a national minority
Rare coin exceeds expectations and sells for £180,000 sale at auction
It sold for £180,00 against an estimate of £40,000-50,000 at Noonans Mayfair on Thursday.
Rescue operation after pony gets stuck 'neck deep' in pond
A New Forest pony was rescued after getting stuck in a pond
All outbound flights from UK affected amid air traffic control issue
All outbound flights from the UK have been affected after an air traffic control "technical issue", which caused issues at Gatwick, Heathrow and more
Man accused of raping girl, 14, tells court 'he is not attracted to children'
A 43-year-old man has denied raping a 14-year-old girl in a city centre park and told a court that he feels “awful” because he claimed that he was not attracted to children.
Man taken to hospital by land ambulance after fall in Bournemouth
The man was taken to Southampton General Hospital by land ambulance on Friday evening.
Hospital chief officer apologises for procedure cancellations due to strikes
Dr Peter Wilson, chief medical officer, said: “Our teams worked very hard to manage the industrial action by resident doctors and we were able to carry out more procedures than in previous strikes, as has been reported nationally.
REVIEW: Poole Harbour Festival - Sunday
This three-day event continues to grow and is now Poole’s premier music festival with thousands of people of all ages gathered on the baked earth of Baiter on Sunday for the final day.
'Do not consume or use': Sainsbury's recalls 5 home and food products
Sainsbury's has recalled five products, including an air fryer and beer - see the full list of items the supermarket has recalled.
When is the next solar eclipse and is it visible near me? All you need to know
As reported widely on social media such as X, the next solar eclipse will appear soon but will it be visible in the UK?
LETTER: Diesel-belching buses dominating cycle lanes should be replaced with tuk tuks
From the saddle of my trusty bicycle, gracefully gliding along one of BCP's splendid cycle lanes - a triumph of modern infrastructure - I find myself both grateful and puzzled.
Fire crews tackle huge blaze at property in early hours of morning
On July 29, Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service was called to a property in Three Legged Cross in the early hours of the morning.
Eight-year-old's dream holiday drawing brought to life
Eight-year-old Nevaeh from Derby wins Crayola and Jet2holidays competition as her dream holiday drawing becomes a 3D art installation on Bournemouth Pier.
Formula 1
10 quiz questions on the latest news and Hungarian GP
With Formula 1 moving on to Budapest, how much were you paying attention during last weekend's Belgian Grand Prix? And how's your knowledge on F1 history in Hungary?
5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix
The trip to Hungary marks not only the end of a double-header of races, but also the first part of the season as teams face a mandatory two-week shutdown during August. With a break ahead, there’s still plenty at stake during this weekend’s race in Budapest.
How to stream the Hungarian GP on F1 TV Premium
Formula 1 moves on to Budapest this weekend as the Hungarian Grand Prix marks the last race before the sport’s summer break – and here’s all the information you need to follow the action live on F1 TV.
What is the weather forecast for the Hungarian Grand Prix?
Hungary will host the final race of the first part of the F1 season, with Round 14 coming from the Hungaroring in Budapest. After two wet-dry races at Silverstone and Spa, will the sun shine on the drivers this time around?
What's the best F1 Fantasy line-up for Budapest?
Known as “Monaco without the walls,” this tight and twisty circuit makes the Hungaroring one of the more technical weekends on the calendar. With overtaking hard to come by, our F1 Fantasy Strategist will help guide you towards the smart picks
Why Hamilton's Spa weekend wasn't as bad as it seemed
Jolyon Palmer dissects Lewis Hamilton's topsy-turvy weekend in Belgium, which gave signs of more positive things to come.
What time is the Formula 1 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix?
Round 14 of the 2025 season comes from the Hungaroring, Hungary and marks the final weekend of action before the summer break. The drivers and teams will all be keen to finish on a high, before taking a three-week break from action.
What tyres will the drivers have for the Hungarian GP?
The final race before F1's traditional summer break comes from Budapest in Hungary, and Pirelli have now confirmed which tyre compounds they are giving the teams to work with.
Meet Adrian Reynard – a founding father of Brawn GP
Adrian Reynard’s motor racing outfit were one of the best in the world during the 1980s and ‘90s – winning multiple championships across Formula 3000, F3 and IndyCar.
Stewart's finest hour amid horrendous Nurburgring weather
At No. 14, Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne looks back to the German Grand Prix of 1968, which to many remains Jackie Stewart's best race...
Windows Central
New data shows Xbox is utterly dominating PlayStation's storefront — accounting for 60% of the Q2 top 10 game sales spots
Imagine this scenario a few years ago. It's no longer PlayStation, but Xbox itself that is now the biggest sales force on Sony's own console ecosystem.
Xbox and Obsidian just shared the Grounded 2 Early Access roadmap — here's when the Game Pass sequel is getting new content and language updates
Following the launch of Grounded 2 on Xbox and PC, developer Obsidian has shared the game's official Early Access roadmap.
VPN demand erupts in UK — outpacing France in the face of adult content rules
A new UK law requiring ID for adult content led to massive VPN usage, far surpassing France’s surge when similar restrictions were introduced.
I've seen enough premium gaming handhelds — ASUS, Lenovo, and more could learn from AYANEO's new budget-friendly line
AYANEO is a brand best known for creating Windows handheld gaming PCs. During today's Strategy Sharing Session, the company revealed several new devices including a new budget line of handhelds.
Grounded 2 needed to happen, and I'm so glad it did — because now I can ride a giant ant into battle
A lot of us probably didn't expect a Grounded sequel so soon, but I'm ecstatic it's happening for one reason: buggies. It totally changes the game, and it's awesome.
Call of Duty’s bloated HQ launcher — now officially 'decoupled' by Activision — here's what you need to know
Call of Duty's HQ launcher for Warzone, Black Ops 6, Modern Warfare 2, and Modern Warfare 3 was a bloated disaster. Activision has finally decoupled legacy titles from the launcher, with no effect on shared Warzone progress.
Quiz: How well do you know Windows 10 on its 10th anniversary?
Windows 10 has been on the market for 10 whole years. That's a long time, so why not test how well you know the OS with our expert quiz? We bet you won't get them all right!
New leak shows this acclaimed PC horror game is coming to Xbox — it's cheaper than a cuppa, and a 'Very Positive' hit on Steam
One of the better horror games of 2024 was The Cabin Factory, which proved to be a major hit on Steam. And now, thanks to a leak, we know it's coming to Xbox.
Elon Musk is 'working on' UK age verification for X — and Xbox should steal his idea
Xbox now requires age verification in the UK — even for long-time users. Elon Musk's X has a smart solution than Microsoft.
From day one, Grounded 2 is already as big as the game that came before it — and it's only getting bigger from here
I look back at the first Grounded as its sequel arrives in early access, and I'm amazed by how far this franchise has come and excited for how far it will go.
Windows 10 turns 10, but is it time to say goodbye? 6 features I'll miss about the OS.
Windows 10 is heading into retirement after 10 years, and here's what Microsoft is taking away, and why it'll be hard to forget this operating system.
AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme portable gaming chip fails to impress in early benchmarks — could driver updates save next-gen handhelds?
AMD's Ryzen Z2 Extreme will soon be found in a range of new gaming handhelds, but an early range of tests shows that the newfound performance is hardly worth an upgrade over the Z1 Extreme.
Goodbye, Windows 10: You promised a unified platform, and I went all-in — from Xbox One to Lumia, I saw the dream die
Windows 10 celebrates its 10-year anniversary and simultaneously prepares for its death, but Microsoft's ambitions of a unified platform still echo across my office.
Adobe brings native Windows on Arm support to Premiere Pro, After Effects, and more — but not all features made it
Adobe’s biggest creative apps, including Premiere Pro and After Effects, now run natively on Windows on Arm, though some formats and effects are missing.
Microsoft aims to extend its OpenAI partnership beyond 2030, even after achieving AGI — despite tensions over OpenAI’s for-profit shift and growing anticompetitive business concerns
Microsoft is reportedly in high-stakes negotiations to extend its partnership with OpenAI, even after achieving AGI.
Ex-Microsoft Bill Gates vs. NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang: Does AI pose a real threat to professional coding careers?
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates argues that coding is too complex to be fully automated by AI and still requires human intervention to identify errors. Meanwhile, NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang believes coding may become obsolete as AI gains broad adoption.
Microsoft launches limited edition 'Smurface Laptop' with blue logo and laser-etched Smurfs on the lid — but there are only 100 for sale!
Microsoft has started selling a very limited batch of Surface Laptop 13-inch devices with laser-etched Smurfs on the lid. The company says there are only 100 available.
Activision once again draws the ire of players for new Diablo Immortal marketing that appears to have been made with generative AI
The Diablo Immortal community is calling out Activision Blizzard for sharing marketing images on social media of an upcoming Diablo Immortal x Hearthstone event that features telltale signs of generative AI usage.
Opera throws Microsoft to Brazil's watchdogs for promoting Edge as your default browser — "Microsoft thwarts browser competition at every turn"
Opera recently filed an official complaint with Brazil’s competition authority against Microsoft, citing anticompetitive practices, including using dark patterns to force users to use Microsoft Edge as their default browser.
Laffgaff
How old was Billy the Kid when he was killed?
21.
Old Buffalo
What do you call a 200-year old buffalo? A bisontennial.
Itsfoss
Diablo-like Games You Can Play With Steam on Linux
Slash, loot, and grind your way through these Diablo-like games on Linux and Steam this summer.