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First migrants could be detained within days under UK-France small boats deal
The "one-in, one-out" deal will see some of those arriving in the UK returned to France.
Obesity jab patients need a plan to stop weight coming back, health experts say
Patients coming off Wegovy or Mounjaro should have support and advice for at least a year afterwards, NHS told.
Tommy Robinson arrested in connection with assault at St Pancras station
The far-right activist was arrested on suspicion of GBH at Luton Airport this evening.
Disfigured, shamed and forgotten: BBC visits the Korean survivors of the Hiroshima bomb
When the atom bomb was dropped 80 years ago, 140,000 Koreans were in Japan's Hiroshima city, many as forced labour.
Storm Floris clear-up under way after power cuts and travel disruption
SSEN said it was continuing to restore supplies after about 50,000 homes were left without power.
£100m of premium bond prizes remain unclaimed
Critics want the system used to trace accounts to be reformed so people do not miss out on prizes.
Texas Republicans vote to arrest Democrats in stalled redistricting vote
The Democrats facing arrest had fled to block a vote that could sway the balance of power in Washington.
Countries gather to thrash out deal on 'plastic crisis'
The world's nations are hoping to sign the first global plastic treaty to limit plastic pollution.
Love Island 2025 winners revealed after drama-filled series
The winners of the ITV2 series are announced during Monday's live final in Mallorca.
Danish zoo asks for unwanted pets to feed its predators
Aalborg Zoo says the unique scheme is aimed at mimicking what its predators would eat in the wild.
'Tighter gun restrictions make me feel hopeful'
A woman whose twin sister and nieces were shot dead welcomes firearm licensing rules which become law.
The Papers: Farage 'fanning the flames' and England's 'one-armed warrior'
Tuesday's papers feature an immigration row and India's test cricket win over England.
Why Donald Trump is talking about actress Sydney Sweeney
The actress stars in a controversial American Eagle advert that has become a political flashpoint in the US.
Hemsworth on facing fears, ageing and return of Thor
The actor is back for a second season of Limitless which sees him explore how to live longer and healthier.
Could you be owed car finance compensation? Here's how to check
A court ruling could lead to millions claiming compensation over being mis-sold car finance deals.
Remains of extinct Bronze Age cattle found in cave
Archaeologists and cave explorers found the remains among Ingleborough's caves and sinkholes.
Pupils across Scotland to receive exam results
Certificates will be delivered by first-class post, though many students will also receive a text or email.
India calls Trump's tariff threat over Russian oil 'unjustified'
The US president threatened to "substantially" raise tariffs against India over its purchase of oil from Russia.
US condemns house arrest of Brazil's ex-president Jair Bolsonaro
US State Department responded to Brazil's supreme court order saying Bolsonaro allegedly breached a ban on using social media.
Convicted rapist fighting to remain in parliament in Australia
The New South Wales parliament wants to expel Gareth Ward after he was last month found guilty of rape.
Four-year-old girl dies following incident at water park
The girl was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital, say police who are investigating.
Eurostar passengers face delays and cancellations due to French rail issue
Several services between London and Paris were impacted, as were some trains between Amsterdam and Brussels.
Violent Channel smuggling gang's French and UK network exposed by undercover BBC investigation
Exclusive: Secret filming reveals smugglers' forest hideout and cash deals at UK train station.
Watch: Secret filming shows Channel gang associates take payment at UK station
Two men met a BBC undercover reporter on the busy concourse at Birmingham's New Street Station.
Clintons subpoenaed in congressional Epstein investigation
Former top officials from the justice department during the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations were sent subpoenas
Guidance for police on sharing suspects' ethnicity must change, home secretary says
The home secretary's comments follow calls for details to be released of two men charged over an alleged rape.
What are the rules around police giving out a suspect's nationality?
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper says guidance on what police reveal about suspects "needs to change".
Netanyahu to propose full reoccupation of Gaza, Israeli media report
The plan will involve a complete takeover of Gaza, but reportedly faces opposition from military chiefs.
Corbyn attacks Rayner for selling off allotments
The ex-Labour leader - and keen gardener - accuses ministers of threatening a British tradition.
Bridgerton actress tells BBC she's agoraphobic after phone theft that went viral
Genevieve Chenneour says she no longer feels safe in London after a violent struggle in a café.
£100m of premium bond prizes remain unclaimed
Critics want the system used to trace accounts to be reformed so people do not miss out on prizes.
Couple detained in Iran allowed first call home
Joe Bennett says he finally spoke to Lindsay and Craig Foreman after months.
Nasa to put nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2030, according to US media
The reactor would provide power for humans on the Moon but there are questions about feasibility.
Footballer Thomas Partey granted bail on rape charges
The former Arsenal midfielder has been given conditional bail
Putin and Trump's relationship has soured - but behind the posturing, a Ukraine deal is still possible
Steve Witkoff is visiting Moscow this week - is it a sign that an agreement between Russia and the US to end the fighting in Ukraine could yet be reached?
Disfigured, shamed and forgotten: BBC visits the Korean survivors of the Hiroshima bomb
When the atom bomb was dropped 80 years ago, 140,000 Koreans were in Japan's Hiroshima city, many as forced labour.
My twin sister and nieces were shot dead. Tighter gun rules make me feel hopeful
A woman whose twin sister and nieces were shot dead welcomes firearm licensing rules which become law.
Jobs in video games dried up, so we made our own
Getting work in gaming is harder and harder, especially for new starters. How are young developers following their passions?
The Repair Shop's Jay Blades charged with rape
The TV presenter is due to appear at Telford magistrates' court later this month.
Pass rates up for Scottish pupils in latest exam results
Certificates are being delivered by first-class post, though many students will also receive a text or email.
Tommy Robinson bailed after arrest in connection with assault
The far-right activist was arrested on suspicion of GBH at Luton Airport.
Former Romanian President Ion Iliescu dies aged 95
He was Romania's first freely elected leader after communism fell in 1989, and later faced charges of crimes against humanity.
Trump attacks 'woke' Jaguar as firm names new boss
The UK-based brand has caused controversy with its plan to transform itself into an all-electric carmaker.
Former star fund manager and firm face £46m fine
Neil Woodford and his investment firm have been fined by the financial watchdog, after 300,000 people lost money when the fund collapsed.
Water park investigation after girl, 4, dies
Environmental health officials are working with police on a "full health and safety investigation".
Bournemouth Echo
The man who helped to shape the futures of Bournemouth and Southampton
His story is one of determination, strategic foresight, and the profound, often unexpected, impact of infrastructure on nascent communities.
Nature reserve was once an industrial landscape of smoke and steam
Nestled on the Hampshire coast, the Lymington Nature Reserve isn't just a haven for wildlife; it's a living testament to millennia of human interaction, a landscape profoundly shaped by both industry and conservation.
The one place people need to visit in the New Forest according to readers
Beaulieu, Exbury Gardens and more were said to be the best places to visit in the New Forest according to Daily Echo readers
The Dorset winners who picked up prizes in this month's Premium Bonds draw
Here are the Premium Bonds winners for August 2025 in Dorset - check if you've won a prize.
'Breed Weeks' organised by dog friendly hotel in Bournemouth
A BOURNEMOUTH hotel known for welcoming "four-legged guests" is organising an event for different dog breeds across three months.
Dorset charity helps increase engagement with police 'Safe Bus'
"We’re having powerful and meaningful conversations every time we go out that help people feel seen, supported and safe."
Jewellery business with 'niche skill' boosted by grant
Dorset jeweller Becky Walker expands business with £1,000 SWEF Enterprise Fund grant, boosting skills and confidence for young UK entrepreneurs.
Bournemouth Airport announces ambitious new phase of growth
Regional & City Airports partners with ICG to accelerate Bournemouth Airport growth, expand regional aviation, and boost investment in sustainable UK airport operations.
Pregnant women urged to get this vaccine to protect their babies
Pregnant women in England urged to get the RSV vaccine from 28 weeks to protect babies from respiratory syncytial virus, says NHS chief midwife. Find out more.
RNLI puts one of its Poole campus buildings up for sale
RNLI lists Sir William Hillary building at Poole campus for sale as part of cost-saving and sustainability plans. Building marketed by CBRE Southampton.
Inside Out Dorset returns with free installations and performances
The festival will also include other installations and performances, all linked by the themes of nature, landscape and climate.
MP and charity CEO set for triathlon to raise funds for children's hospice
"We’re doing everything we can to keep services running for the most seriously ill children, but we can’t do it without public support."
More than 20 classic cars set to be auctioned by Charterhouse
The collection includes complete original cars, partially restored vehicles and those needing full restoration, with estimates ranging from £20 to £60,000.
89-year-old care home resident rediscovers love for archery
89-year-old Jane Cockeram, a Colten Care resident in Lymington, revisits archery at Sway Bowmen, New Forest, donating bows and sharing her experience.
New initiative launched to protect Dorset's heritage
Dorset Police launches Heritage Watch to combat heritage crime. Public urged to report offences at listed buildings, monuments and historic sites via new online form.
Bride takes bus to wedding with bridesmaids and mum
Poole bride Lauren took a Morebus M1 bus to her Bournemouth wedding, joined by her bridesmaids. Morebus decorated the bus for the unique UK ceremony.
Dorset wellness brand named in four categories at national awards
The brand also secured silver in the 'Women’s Health' category for 'Harmony,' a support product for the menstrual cycle and perimenopause.
Retiree to launch first solo photography exhibition in Christchurch
He completed a ten-week course at Arts University Bournemouth and has since participated in three exhibitions.
Smart sensors to be installed in Dorset public toilets
This allows Dorset Council to identify the most-used areas and where improvements may be needed.
Dorset veteran, 101, shares memories of World War Two jungle campaign
Centenarian Burma Campaign veterans share WWII memories in new Army Benevolent Fund podcast for VJ Day 80th anniversary, highlighting bravery and sacrifice.
Bournemouth dancers among 100-strong cast of Sleeping Beauty
Bournemouth dancers join English Youth Ballet's Sleeping Beauty at Portsmouth's Kings Theatre, performing with international stars in September.
Hundreds of 'fatal four' offences detected in month-long operation
Operation Spotlight detects over 700 ‘fatal four’ driving offences in Hampshire & Isle of Wight, including speeding, drink & drug driving, and seatbelt breaches.
New housing development launches offering 164 homes
New Milton’s Danes Park launches 164 new homes by Pennyfarthing Homes, with half classed as affordable and First Homes scheme discounts for first-time buyers.
Police issue warning on New Forest bike thefts
Police are issuing warnings surrounding bike thefts in the New Forest areas.
Kids campaign to save 'key part of the community'
A group of kids are campaigning to save a 'loved' park located on Mallard Road.
Isle of Purbeck Model Railway Show returns this weekend
AN ANNUAL treat for railway enthusiasts is coming back this year featuring highly detailed designs of trains.
Man described as 'helpful friend' found dead in Bournemouth
A man described as a 'helpful friend' was found dead in Bournemouth, an inquest heard.
Girl, 16, left ‘feeling hopeless’ after boyfriend filmed sex and threatened to share
A 16-YEAR-OLD girl said she felt ‘hopeless’ after her boyfriend filmed them having sex without her consent and threatened to post it on social media.
Swanage care home rated 'good' by CQC
The care home was temporarily closed after three residents died in one evening last October.
In The Dock: Man banned from all clubs, bars and pubs in the country after assault
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Beautician hits out at ‘flawed’ industry offering ‘dangerous’ one-day beauty courses
A BEAUTICIAN has hit out at the ‘flawed’ industry, making ‘dangerous’ one-day beauty courses the norm.
Warning to UK over rise of virus that can cause 'serious breathing problems'
Pregnant women have been urged to get a vaccination for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) after a record number of cases in Australia.
LIVE: Smoke billowing from Bournemouth International Centre as fire burns
There are reports of a fire that has broken out near Bournemouth Beach
LIVE: Delays on main road after accident near Tower Park
There are reports of an accident in Dorset Way near Tower Park
Bournemouth International Centre blaze: Firefighters launch investigation
FIREFIGHTERS are continuing to investigate a blaze that broke out at the Bournemouth International Centre.
Conversion plans for former town centre pub
A WELL-KNOWN building, once a popular town centre bar, could be partly converted into a flat.
Battle set to get underway over massive homes scheme
Illustration - Image of the development produced by the consortium
WATCH: Car engulfed in flames on residential estate
DRAMATIC video footage shows a car engulfed in flames in Dorchester
Plans to protect historic church from 'further harm' approved
Plans to re-roof Cadnam Congregational Church have been been given the go-ahead
Plans approved to revive 'largely redundant' farm with 'jam making' operation
The legacy of an unused farm barn has been preserved, as plans for a "jam making" enterprise to use it have been approved by New Forest council.
PICTURES: Museum celebrates 25th anniversary with Phil Harding, punting and dancing
Fordingbridge Museum celebrated its 25th anniversary at the weekend with a variety of events
Man found 'not guilty' of raping 14-year-old girl in city park
The jury found the Christchurch man not guilty of the sexual assault and rapes charges but was unable to reach verdicts on two further charges.
Bournemouth airport faces potential shutdown as workers ballot for strike over pay
Airport workers say they struggle with cost of living payments and believe increased costs of essentials has equated to a real term pay cut.
Winners revealed at New Forest National Park Awards ceremony
"It takes not just one person or organisation, but a whole 'Team New Forest' to ensure the long-term survival of the National Park."
Bournemouth man charged over theft of bike from outside shop
A man has been arrested anin connection with the reported theft of a bike in Christchurch.
Police searching for missing man seen at Poole Job Centre
Dorset Police are searching for missing Poole man Thomas, 33, last seen at Job Centre on Dear Hay Lane. Public urged to help with information.
Bournemouth International Centre thanks emergency services after blaze
The centre praised emergency services crew who battled the fire on Monday evening.
Man arrested after fire at Bournemouth International Centre
A MAN has been arrested following the fire at the Bournemouth International Centre last night.
Poole pub applies to sell alcohol for off-site consumption
The Rope & Anchor in Poole has applied to add the sale of alcohol for off-premises consumption to its license.
‘Loving family man’ from Bournemouth named after falling to death during Oasis show
A man who died after falling from a height at an Oasis concert in Wembley Stadium has been named.
Former BBC The Repair Shop host Jay Blades charged with two counts of rape
Former The Repair Shop star Jay Blades has been charged with two counts of rape.
Formula 1
Who impressed our judges during F1's visit to Hungary?
On the final weekend before the summer break, Formula 1 visited the Hungaroring where title rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri battled it out. There were plenty of other top-tier performances across the gird, but how did our Power Rankings list for the weekend shake out? Check out the latest scores and overall leaderboard below...
Antonelli pleased with point after ‘tough’ Hungarian GP
Kimi Antonelli finally managed to score on European soil, grabbing a hard-fought 10th place at the Hungaroring despite starting from 15th on the grid. His weekend had been made difficult by a mistake in Qualifying, but he drove a faultless race in Budapest to make it two Mercedes cars in the top 10.
‘I need to put it together when it matters the most’ – Hadjar
Isack Hadjar believes he needs to "put it together when it matters the most" during a Formula 1 weekend having just missed out on points in the Hungarian Grand Prix.
Wolff admits going back to older package key for Mercedes
Toto Wolff admits that reverting back to an older package made the difference for Mercedes in the Hungarian Grand Prix, having "let something else creep into the car" which caused a lack of pace at previous races.
Tsunoda insists gap to Verstappen ‘continues to close’
On paper Yuki Tsunoda had another tough outing at the Hungaroring, qualifying just 16th for the race in Hungary before a pit lane start became P17 at the flag. But despite that result, the Japanese racer implied there is plenty to be “positive” about heading into the summer break.
Albon predicts a ‘dogfight’ for midfield supremacy in 2025
Neither Williams driver finished in the top 10 in Hungary, Carlos Sainz coming home 14th and Alex Albon 15th at the end of a tough weekend for the Grove-based team. Their car never looked at home at the Hungaroring, as they failed to score for the first time in three races.
Listen to our Hungarian Grand Prix review
The F1 Nation crew review all the stories from an intriguing Hungarian Grand Prix at the Hungaroring.
MS Dynamics
Safe, transparent, measurable AI adoption with Agent hub
As AI transforms customer service, sales, and operational workflows, organizations are eager to harness its potential. However, questions about control, security, compliance, and performance linger. That’s why we built Agent hub in Dynamics 365. It’s a one-stop hub that empowers customer service and contact center admins and supervisors to safely adopt AI, monitor its impact, […]
The post Safe, transparent, measurable AI adoption with Agent hub appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Windows Central
Diablo 2: Resurrected is finally getting more stash tabs and a new item set — for the Chinese version only
Is the launch of the game in China what the Diablo social media team was referring to when it said more chaos was ahead? Here's what you need to know.
Raven Software QA workers ratify union contract with Microsoft — securing better pay and the "elimination of crunch time"
Raven Software QA testers ratify a union contract with Microsoft, securing better pay, protection against crunch, and more.
New Xbox games launching this week, from August 4 through August 10 — Mafia: The Old Country launches at $50
Mafia: The Old Country leads the pack for new Xbox games launching this week, from August 4 through August 10, 2025.
Battlefield 6 fans decry its lack of a server browser, but its producer says "I think what we have caters to the majority" — here's why players aren't satisfied
It's been confirmed that Battlefield 6 won't have an official server browser, though it does have its own solution. However, it's one players aren't satisfied with.
Microsoft made an exclusive 50th anniversary variant of Windows 11's iconic wallpaper — here's what it looks like and how you can download it
There's a special variant of the Windows 11 "Bloom" wallpaper that's only available on Microsoft's exclusive 50th anniversary edition of the Surface Laptop. But don't worry, we've got it for you here.
Hands-on with the Surface Laptop you’ll never own — Microsoft’s secretive 50th anniversary black-and-gold edition
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop 50th Anniversary Exclusive is rumored to be limited to just 50 public units — but I’ve got one in hand. In this hands-on from Windows Central, I’ll break down what makes it so rare, so striking, and whether that buzz should steer you toward the heavily discounted Surface Laptop 7 instead.
"Crisp as a fresh chip" — this Alienware OLED monitor deal is fading fast, and you’ll regret missing it
The Alienware 27 4K QD-OLED Gaming Monitor just dropped to its lowest price ever — but the deal literally changed while we wrote about it.
The Battlefield 6 Open Beta is live to preload now — here's how to download on Xbox, Steam, and more ahead of Early Access and its release dates
Preloading for the Battlefield 6 Open Beta has officially gone live on all of the game's platforms. Here's how to download the game on Xbox, PC, and PS5.
Zuckerberg's latest AI pitch isn't about replacing you — it's making superhumans with "personal superintelligence" instead
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's open letter regarding "personal superintelligence" lays out a future where AI doesn't steal everyone's job. Is it an accurate look at the next decade, or is it wishful thinking?
"No amount of redundancy matters" — AWS deletes 10 years of an engineer's data, and there could be a conspiracy afoot
Software engineer Abdelkader Boudih published a lengthy post on their Seuros blog outlining how AWS deleted 10 years of data. Is there a conspiracy afoot? Boudih certainly seems to think so.
Microsoft is making Windows XP crocs — complete with XP inspired Jibbitz for maximum nerd cred
Ever wanted to rock the world's most iconic operating system wallpaper on your feet? Well now you can thanks to Microsoft's new Windows XP Crocs.
OpenAI tells ChatGPT users to take a break — Altman asks "What have we done?" just days before GPT-5 launch
ChatGPT will now suggest breaks during long chats and avoid giving life advice as OpenAI tries to reduce emotional dependency on AI.
Ollama's new app makes using local AI LLMs on your Windows 11 PC a breeze — no more need to chat in the terminal
Ollama is already one of the best ways to run local LLMs on your PC, but with the release of a new GUI app for the tool, it's easier than ever.
I started digitizing my Blu-ray collection (again) for a Plex server and I am shocked — one simple tweak and my old drive can magically handle 4K UHD discs
In the process of digitizing my Blu-ray collection, I presumed I'd need to upgrade my hardware for the 4K UHD discs. Turns out that wasn't the case, and it didn't take long to get going.
Why ChatGPT loves em dashes — and how to type them on Windows 11
Ever wondered why em dashes are suddenly everywhere? AI loves them — here’s why and how to use one on Windows 11.
Microsoft suggests the future of Windows will make today's operating systems feel alien to use — here's what that really means
The company has teased multiple times that the future of Windows will be one where the OS is agentic, capable of handling entire workflows on your behalf, just by asking for it.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 — Official reveal date, Xbox Game Pass, and everything else you need to know
Activision has been surprisingly tight-lipped about Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, but here is everything we know leading up to the official reveal at Gamescom on August 19.
Street Fighter 6 Outfit 4 pack arrives this week, bringing swimsuits for the cast — and we've got a new look at the next character joining the roster
Capcom shared a look at the previously teased swimsuit lineup for Street Fighter 6's Outfit 4 pack, with the new costumes launching today, on August 5, 2025.
Microsoft CVP thinks we'll be ditching mice and keyboards in a future version of Windows in favor of AI chats — "The world of mousing around and typing will feel as alien as it does to Gen-Z to use MS-DOS."
What might Windows 12 or even Windows 13 look like? Microsoft CVP David Weston has some ideas, and they strongly revolve around AI.
Laffgaff
What comedy movie was set at the Bushwood Country Club?
Caddyshack.
Giant Hailstones
There are hailstones the size of golf balls hitting the windows here. We've got a hole in one.
Itsfoss
4 Ways I am Encouraging My 4 Year Old Child to Help Learn Coding and Use Computer
You are never too old or too young to learn programming.
Nextcloud vs. CryptPad: Which Privacy-First Collaboration Tool is Right for You?
Two offerings that promise privacy and control, yet each takes a different path.