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UN official says Israel expanding Gaza operations would risk 'catastrophic consequences'
The UN's assistant secretary general says reports of the possible move are "deeply alarming".
The real reason weather forecasters (like me) often appear to get it wrong
The accuracy of forecasting has improved enormously - and AI promises further advances. But there are certain challenges in finding ways to share that mass of data with viewers
RFK Jr cancels $500m in mRNA vaccine development in the US
Since taking office, the vaccine sceptic has made a number of changes to how vaccines are regulated.
No bullying found in Harry charity row, but blame for all sides
The Charity Commission criticises “all parties” at Sentebale for allowing a “damaging” dispute to play out publicly.
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.
Zara ads banned for 'unhealthily thin' models
It comes after the advertising watchdog banned M&S and Next ads for showing models who appeared too thin.
Families in England struggling with school uniforms need grants, government told
Grants are offered as standard in Scotland, Wales and NI - but only by a quarter of councils in England.
Taxes must rise to meet target, says thinktank
The chancellor will miss her self-imposed rules without action, the National Institute for Economic Affairs says.
More than 100 missing after flash floods in India
Many rescue teams have been unable to reach the area because of damaged roads and bad weather.
Gorillas seek out old female friends even after years apart
A study in Rwanda reveals the significance of a social connection between female mountain gorillas.
Titan implosion that killed all five on board was 'preventable', says report
A damning report from the US Coast Guard says Oceangate, that owned and operated the Titan, failed to follow safety protocols.
Despite Trump's peace calls, Russian attacks on Ukraine double since inauguration
Missile and drone attacks on Ukraine are now higher than at any other point of the war, according to Ukrainian data.
The Papers: '£50bn black hole' and parental help from a princess
Wednesday's papers lead on the next budget, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves under pressure to stick to her spending promises.
Propaganda or fair warning? Taiwanese TV show imagines Chinese invasion
Zero Day Attack wants to raise awareness of China's threat, but has also been accused of fearmongering.
Hiroshima marks 80 years since atomic bombing
Japan's leader Shigeru Ishiba and officials from across the world attended the annual ceremony in Hiroshima.
Chinese nationals charged with exporting Nvidia AI chips to China
Chuan Geng and Shiwei Yang are accused of exporting the chips from the US to China through Singapore and Malaysia.
WhatsApp deletes over 6.8m accounts linked to scams worldwide, Meta says
Many of the accounts were linked to criminal groups operating in South East Asia, the social media giant said.
Family in tribute to Oasis fan who died at Wembley
Lee Claydon, a 45-year-old from Bournemouth, died after falling from a height at Saturday's concert.
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars lead VMA nominations
Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter and Ariana Grande are also among the artists nominated.
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.
Clintons subpoenaed to testify in congressional Epstein investigation
Former top officials from the justice department during the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations were also sent subpoenas.
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on India for buying Russian oil
India, which now faces among the highest tariff rates imposed by the US, called the levy "unjustified and unreasonable".
The secret system Hamas uses to pay government salaries
Observers are baffled at how Hamas can pay officials as Gaza is isolated and largely reduced to rubble.
Could RFK Jr's move to pull mRNA vaccine funding be a huge miscalculation?
The US is withdrawing $500m for vaccines for diseases like flu and Covid. Health correspondent James Gallagher asks if it's the right call.
MasterChef returns with sacked hosts but without their jokes
Gregg Wallace and John Torode were both sacked following a report into conduct on the BBC show.
One dead as wildfire larger than Paris burns through southern France
The wildfire is the largest in France this year and has burned some 12,000 hectares of land, an area larger than Paris.
Horizon victim sues Post Office and Fujitsu for £4m
This is the first time full details of a complex claim for compensation have been made public.
'Dangerous' fugitive who murdered mother walking dog jailed for life
The trial judge says it may never be known what triggered the "outburst of violence" against Anita Rose.
Guests rejected by Airbnb host because they're from Wales
Jemma Louise Gough and Jamie Lee Watkins had their Airbnb stay rejected because of their nationality.
Soulja Boy released after gun charges dropped
He was arrested during a traffic stop on suspicion of possession of a firearm while being a felon.
Tax rises to spending cuts - what are the chancellor's options now?
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves is due to deliver her Budget in the autumn.
Trump-Modi ties hit rock bottom with new tariffs on India over Russian oil
Trump's tariff threats and social media outbursts have raised concerns about the state of India-US relations.
Carol Kirkwood: Why weather forecasters (like me) often appear to get it wrong
The accuracy of forecasting has improved enormously - and AI promises further advances. But there are certain challenges in finding ways to share that mass of data with viewers
Hiroshima's warning to the world as it marks 80 years since atomic bomb
Japan's leader Shigeru Ishiba and officials from across the world attended the annual ceremony in Hiroshima.
US-Russia talks were 'constructive', Kremlin says as Ukraine ceasefire deadline looms
Despite President Trump's threat of sweeping sanctions, expectations for a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv are muted.
Zara ads banned for 'unhealthily thin' models
It comes after the advertising watchdog banned M&S and Next ads for showing models who appeared too thin.
Twenty killed after trucks overturn in Gaza, Hamas-run civil defence says
Four commercial trucks were looted in central Gaza along unsafe roads controlled by Israel, private contractor says.
Apple to invest $100bn after pressure from Trump
The US president has called on Apple to do more of its manufacturing in the US.
Union and government to restart talks on ending doctor dispute
BMA says there is window of opportunity in coming weeks to reach a settlement after 12 strikes.
Body of man missing for 28 years found in melting glacier
Decreased snowfall exposed the glaciers to direct sunlight, making them melt faster.
Claire's files for bankruptcy in US as competition bites
The colourful accessories chain says sales are down as online competitors and higher costs eat into profits.
Bournemouth Echo
New retailer set to open in Christchurch
More details about the shop's grand opening will be announced at a later date.
Missing man found dead in sea near landmark
A MISSING MAN was found dead after being spotted unresponsive in the sea near The Needles.
The story behind the New Forest tower built to prove a point
The Peterson Tower has stood in the New Forest for almost 150 years
Bournemouth and Christchurch's evolution since the days of trolleybuses
Trolleybuses, known as the “silent service,” were introduced by the Bournemouth Corporation Transport—predecessor to Yellow Buses—in 1933.
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 July 2025, including in Poole
Is Bournemouth Air Festival taking place this year? Everything you need to know
Bournemouth Air Festival has taken place since 2008 in the town, but will it be on for 2025 amid sponsorship searches?
Police issue warning to youngsters who go into derelict buildings
There have been reports of youths and adults breaking into derelict building which could pose a risk to health.
Expert issues hedgehog safety warning during heatwave
MyBuilder.com issues expert tips for UK gardeners to protect endangered hedgehogs during heatwaves, including pond safety, water provision and shelter advice.
Sugababes and Tom Jones headline Camp Bestival's 'festi-holiday'
Camp Bestival 2025 at Lulworth Castle featured Sugababes, Basement Jaxx, Tom Jones, new Slomo Wellbeing Festival, family activities, and boosted Dorset tourism.
Most and least popular neighbourhoods to move to in BCP
Discover the most and least popular neighbourhoods in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, ranked by property sales in the Popular Property Report.
Council delays seafront stabilisation works at Swanage
Swanage Town Council delays Shore Road stabilisation to September 2027 as part of Swanage Green Seafront Scheme, seeking public feedback and funding options.
Care home raises more than £1,300 from seaside-themed fete
Companionship team leader Rose Arcellana said: "It was a lovely fun afternoon with smiles all round.
Care home resident's wish to ride horses again comes true
Moors Manor Care Home resident Jenny’s horse riding wish fulfilled with Riding for the Disabled visit. Barchester Healthcare organises memorable day out.
Family urge support for hospice that helped ill father
Family in Christchurch urges donations to Macmillan Caring Locally’s Hospice at Home, providing end-of-life care for terminally ill patients in Dorset.
Musical play about footballer and army officer coming to Poole
The play is part of a revival tour by Show Racism the Red Card, the UK's leading anti-racism educational charity.
Animal rescue centre celebrates 60 years of helping animals
Margaret Green Animal Rescue marks 60 years in Dorset with the #60YearsChallenge donation drive, new foster care plans, and a call for rehoming stories.
Lack of tech skills preventing people from getting jobs
Nearly 1 in 5 people in Dorset miss job opportunities due to lacking tech skills, Trooli research finds, highlighting the UK’s widening digital skills gap.
Insurance company raises thousands for Dorset cancer charity
Bournemouth insurer Protect Line raises £2,469 for Dorset Cancer Care Foundation through Wellness Week. DCCF supports local families facing cancer hardship.
Outdoor library opens in new housing development
New outdoor library opens at Gillingham Lakes, Dorset, by Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties, offering free 'bring and borrow' books to boost community reading.
Public urged to have say on plans to leave radioactive waste at site
Public urged to comment on Nuclear Restoration Services' plan to leave low-level radioactive waste at Winfrith, Dorset. Environment Agency consultation open.
Comic Con to take over Bournemouth town centre for a day
Comic Con Bournemouth 2025: Family-friendly sci-fi and fantasy event at Bournemouth International Centre in September, with celebrity guests and cosplay.
Mural celebrating Talbot Village's history unveiled in underpass
A new mural in Wallisdown underpass celebrates Talbot Village history, featuring local heritage, WWI aerodrome, and universities. Created by AUB students.
Salvation Army to serve free meals every Wednesday in August
The Salvation Army in Winton offers free meals every Wednesday in August, backed by a charitable grant, to support families facing summer financial hardship.
Princess Yachts brings in new agency to support major summer events
Princess Yachts appoints McKenna Townsend to lead UK PR and influencer campaigns ahead of major international boat shows, unveiling new V Class yacht models.
Government to send emergency alert to mobile phones across UK
For other mobile devices, the instructions vary depending on the manufacturer and software version.
Choir to perform new choral work for the first time in Dorset
Modern twists include body percussion to evoke a storm and a whistling bird chorus.
Two Christchurch roads closing for over two weeks for gas works
The restrictions could stay in place for up to 18 months if needed and could be extended further with approval from the Secretary of State.
'It lacks a vision' - Environmental group slams council's nature recovery plan
A GROUP campaigns on a range of environmental issues for BCP is calling council for “full revision” of their Dorset's local nature recovery strategy claiming the strategy lacks a “vision”.
In The Dock: Driver in court for running red traffic light
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Tributes paid to 'brilliant cat' who survived for years after being shot with airgun
TRIBUTES have been paid to a “brilliant cat” and “community favourite” who suffered a life threatening condition after being shot with an airgun in 2015.
Popular ferry cafe applies for alcohol licence
A FERRY café has applied for a license to sell alcohol on their premises to customers.
Plans submitted to create staff only car park for Lush employees
A planning application has been submitted to convert vacant land at Poole’s Dolphin Shopping Centre into a staff-only car park for employees at the Lush headquarters.
Council miss 2,000 collections after New Forest wheelie bin roll-out
A New Forest councillor has revealed the council has missed 2,000 collections after rolling out its new bin service.
Three dogs died after trainer left hounds in hot car for six hours
THREE dogs died, and another was rushed to the vets, after a trainer left hounds in a hot car for six hours, a court heard.
Police seize illegally modified electric vehicles during busy weekend
Officers from policing teams across the county are continuing to ensure residents, visitors and business have a "Good, Safe Summer".
Beatrix Potter 50p coin listed on eBay for more than £50,000
A rare 2016 Beatrix Potter 50p coin, certified brilliant uncirculated, is listed on eBay for £50,000 in the UK, marking her 150th anniversary.
Business director died after fatal rock-climbing fall
A BUSINESS director died after falling from a cliff in a rock-climbing incident, a court heard.
Television star and comedian spotted in Dorset
One of the UK’s most successful comedians has been spotted in Weymouth this afternoon
Heath fire destroys woodland the size of 10 football pitches
MORE than 10 football pitches worth of woodland has been destroyed in a heath fire near Dorchester.
Appeal after hit and run along residential street
A MAN has been detained after a hit and run in north Dorset.
Injured woman rescued from Durdle Door
A WOMEN had to be rescued from a popular Dorset beach after suffering a suspected broken ankle
Warning to drivers as donkey escapes onto busy road in New Forest
A donkey has escaped onto a busy road in the New Forest
Body found after search for missing woman
A BODY has been found after police launched a search for a missing woman from Bournemouth.
Campaigners welcome bid to save ancient buildings in 'perilous state'
Campaigners are celebrating a major breakthrough in their bid to save two relics of Lymington's famous salt industry
Huge overnight barn fire believed to be arson
A BARN fire near Blandford is believed to have been set deliberately.
Public urged to avoid area of reported 'deliberate' fire
Members of the public are being urged to 'avoid the area' after a fire was started deliberately in Newton Heath.
First ever Bournemouth Film Festival to host industry events alongside screenings
Bournemouth International Film Festival (BIFF) will be running for the first time this October at Hilton Bournemouth.
Police hunt for thief who broke into car and stole bank cards
Police have issued CCTV images of a man they want to identify following a theft from Poole.
Thousands of pounds worth of power tools stolen in early-hours burglary
Thousands of pounds worth of power tools were stolen from a commercial property.
Splash park temporarily closes ‘until further notice’
A SPLASH park has announced it is temporarily closed due to essential maintenance.
Woman arrested and man hospitalised after crash near Tower Park
A man was taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries and a woman was arrested on suspicion of driving offences.
Man charged with arson and named after Bournemouth International Centre blaze
A MAN accused of setting the Bournemouth International Centre on fire has been named.
Father of Oasis fan who died at concert says he slipped off balcony in fatal fall
The father of a “lifelong fan” who fell to his death at the end of an Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium has said the whole family is “devastated”.
REVIEW: Camp Bestival 2025, Lulworth Castle
Camp Bestival at Lulworth Castle celebrated its 17th anniversary in fine style at the weekend with headline acts including the Sugababes, Basement Jaxx and Sir Tom Jones.
Pedestrian hospitalised with 'serious' injuries after collision with car
A pedestrian was taken to hospital following a collision involving a car in Blandford.
Concerns grow over missing woman
Police are concerned for the welfare of a missing woman last seen in Bournemouth.
Government
Crown Immunity (Prisons) Bill
A Bill to make provision to remove Crown immunity as it applies to prisons for the purposes of health and safety legislation.
Waste Tyres Bill
A Bill to abolish the T8 exemption from environmental permit requirements regarding disposal of end-of-life tyres; to make provision about including end-of-life tyres as a category of notifiable waste; to make provision about the processing, recovery, and export of end-of-life tyres; and for connected purposes.
Unpaid Carers (Respite and Support) Bill
A Bill to place a duty on the Secretary of State to ensure that unpaid carers are offered respite breaks; to make provision for and about such respite breaks; to require the Secretary of State to publish guidance relating to respite breaks, including guidance about funding; to make provision about support for unpaid carers, including support following the discharge of a cared-for person from a hospital or other medical setting; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Bortoleto could be 2025's rookie of the year
Former Renault F1 driver Jolyon Palmer takes a close look at Gabriel Bortoleto's impressive weekend at the Hungaroring
The evolving paddock style of Fernando Alonso
As Fernando Alonso’s career has developed over his two decades in the Formula 1, so too has his personal style. Here’s 22 years of his aesthetic evolution, summed up in six remarkable eras.
Watch the drivers take on the face mash special in Grill the Grid
Grill the Grid is back for 2025 to throw a new round of challenges at the drivers, and things get off to an amusing start in Episode 1.
Jacky Ickx on life at Ferrari and starring at Le Mans
Jacky Ickx didn’t grow up wanting to be a racing driver, so how did he become Belgium’s most successful Formula 1 driver and one of the most versatile racers in the history of motorsport?
Hamilton insists he ‘still loves racing’ despite struggles
Lewis Hamilton has insisted that he is still in love with Formula 1, despite the seven-time World Champion’s particularly painful weekend last time out in Hungary.
Colapinto crashes during Pirelli tyre test in Hungary
Franco Colapinto suffered a crash on the second morning of Pirelli’s post-Hungarian Grand Prix test, Alpine have confirmed.
Ocon says Haas ‘need consistency’ after summer break
Esteban Ocon has made clear that Haas “need to get the consistency together” over the second half of the Formula 1 season, after the team struggled for pace at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
Hulkenberg pinpoints where Hungarian GP got away from him
Nico Hulkenberg has admitted that his P19 Qualifying result was the “start of the end” for his hopes at the Hungaroring, with the German unable to pull off another rise to the points around the tight, twisty venue.
Gasly admits Alpine are 'just too slow' after tough Hungarian GP
Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto endured a tough afternoon at the Hungaroring in Budapest, as they came home last of the 19 cars to finish. Colapinto called the race “difficult” while Gasly lamented Alpine’s lack of pace, with the team remaining rooted to the bottom of the Championship table.
10 quiz questions on the Hungarian GP and latest news
Were you paying attention to all the action at the Hungaroring? Take our quiz to find out.
Windows Central
Surface Laptop 8: Everything we know so far about Microsoft's next flagship Windows 11 laptop
The next Surface Laptop is likely to launch in the new handful of months, powered by Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X2 with more power and better battery life.
You can't buy Microsoft's exclusive 50th Anniversary Surface Laptop — here's the closest you can get
Microsoft only made 50 of its 50th Anniversary Surface Laptops. Here’s how to mimic the design and feel using the standard Surface Laptop 7.
One of the most underrated RPGs from 2024 is included in this month's Humble Choice Bundle — You get $250 worth of games for just $15
This month's Humble Bundle collection gives you $250 worth of games for just $15. These include Persona 5 Royal, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, My Time at Sandrock, and more.
Copper just got another use in Minecraft’s latest snapshot — and it’s not what you might expect
Minecraft's latest Java edition snapshot has added in Copper Torches, chains, bars, and more to the sandbox.
Have your Microsoft Rewards points streaks been killed off on Xbox? You're not alone — but don't worry.
If you've seen your Microsoft Rewards points streaks reset randomly, Microsoft says that a fix is on the way.
“Unstoppable?” ChatGPT Surges to 700 million Weekly Users as Rivals Race to Compete
ChatGPT’s user base is set to hit 700 million weekly actives in August 2025, soaring from 500 million in March and quadrupling year over year. Here's why that's a big deal.
Xbox Game Pass Gets an Assassin's Creed Game and More in August — While this Awesome Co-op Title Returns to the Service
More games are headed to Xbox Game Pass soon, including Assassin's Creed Mirage and the return of Aliens: Fireteam Elite.
OpenAI Unveils Two New AI Models: gpt-oss-120b and gpt-oss-20b — and run locally on Snapdragon PCs and NVIDIA RTX GPUs
OpenAI just released a pair of open‑weight models that runs natively on Snapdragon PCs and RTX devices.
Surprise! The Xbox Design Lab is back, after being mysteriously offline for six months.
Well, I'll chalk this up to manifesting. The Xbox Design Lab has returned this morning, as the Xbox Gear Store goes offline.
Secure Boot is required to play Battlefield 6 on PC — here's how to enable it on Windows 10 and Windows 11
I'm seeing a lot of PC players concerned over Battlefield 6's Secure Boot requirement, so I put together this step-by-step guide on how to get everything set up properly.
I got my hands on the most intriguing Windows laptop of 2025 — this is Lenovo's AI PC with a rollable OLED screen
After months of waiting following an official reveal at CES 2025, the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable finally showed up at my door. Here's an early hands-on look at the unique PC.
Microsoft's Windows App SDK Set for Open Source Future — Here's What to Expect
The company has confirmed that WinUI 3 and the Windows App SDK is on the path to become open-source, but that there's lots of work to be done first before that can happen.
Xbox Gear Store Goes Offline Amid Restructuring: Is a Reboot Coming Soon?
The fallout from Xbox's mass layoffs last month is continuing, has it claimed another victim?
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection - A New Dark Journey Awaits in 2026
Capcom has revealed Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, the third installment of Monster Hunter's turn-based JRPG spin-off series. Here's everything you need to know on this epic, war-torn take on Monster Hunter Stories.
Understanding GaN Chargers: The Future of Efficient Charging Technology Explained
Most of the best chargers you can buy for your phone, laptop, or other tech today utilize Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology, but how does it actually work?
The mystery of the blank "app preventing Windows shutdown" — Microsoft engineer explains they were never meant to be seen
Microsoft veteran Raymond Chen recently revealed the whole concept behind the secretive window with no name blocking Windows shutdown in his ongoing Old New Thing series.
Hey, Xbox, just what in the heck is going on with Forza Motorsport? — Players deserve answers, not silence
It's been more than a month since reports suggested Forza Motorsport was essentially done following layoffs at Turn 10, the studio making it. And we're still waiting for Xbox to even acknowledge it.
"Risk it all. Deny everything." Halo Infinite isn't dead (yet) — Adds new vehicle, weapon, maps, Forge features, and more
Halo Studios just dropped Halo Infinite's Fall 2025 Update, kicking off Operation: Shadows with new features, content, and challenges for players to explore.
Bill Gates on AI's Impact: 'Be Curious, Read, and Use the Latest Tools'
Bill Gates says AI is rapidly evolving and could potentially take over professional jobs at a moment's notice, leaving workers with little to no time to adapt to the drastic changes.
Laffgaff
In what European city were the 1992 Summer Oympic Games held?
Barcelona.
King And Queen
A king and queen walk into a bar. The bartender says, "Sorry, you're not 21."