BBC News
Netanyahu divides Israelis and allies with plan for new military push in Gaza
The Israeli PM's proposals have raised warnings from the army leadership and opposition from hostage families.
Courts service 'covered up' IT bug that caused evidence to go missing
Sources say judges in courts and tribunals will have made rulings when evidence was incomplete.
Homelessness Minister Rushanara Ali quits over rent hike claims
It comes after she increased rent on a house she owns within weeks of the previous tenants' contracts ending.
How a port clinic stopped my leg turning septic and could be the future of NHS care
Tom Parker was treated in one of 70 harbour health clinics after breaking his fibula fishing at sea.
Britons booking 'later, closer, shorter' UK breaks
The trend is down to people trying to save money and make the most of hot weather, travel firms say.
Mushroom murderer's alleged attempts to kill husband revealed
One alleged attempt left Simon Patterson in a coma, with his family twice told to say their goodbyes.
Waterstones apologises after readers brand event 'utter chaos'
Attendees said large crowds and long queues led to 'utter chaos' at the event in central London.
Serious offenders to be kept in restricted zones under plans
Ministers hope the legislation will give victims of crime more peace of mind.
Mandalorian actress settles lawsuit with Disney over firing
Gina Carano sued for wrongful termination with the support and funding of billionaire Elon Musk.
Southern European butterfly spotted in UK for first time
Experts have tracked the Southern Small White's expansion northwards through Europe over decades.
Trump opens door for crypto in retirement accounts
The president signs an order aimed at expanding the kinds of investments allowed in retirement accounts.
Big Mags: The paedophile-hunting granny who built a heroin empire
A new podcast tells the story of Mags Haney, the Stirling drug dealer who may have been a police informant.
The Papers: 'Minister for hypocrisy' and 'Pill for weight loss on NHS'
Homelessness minister Rushanara Ali has been forced to resign after it was alleged that she "ejected" tenants from one of her properties.
Why Trump-Putin talks are unlikely to bring a rapid end to Ukraine war
Even with Trump's direct involvement, Moscow's preconditions for a ceasefire in Ukraine make a swift ending to the bloodshed difficult to reach.
Weekly quiz: Which baby names took top spot?
How much attention did you pay to what's been going on in the world over the past seven days?
Faisal Islam: Why cut rates when inflation remains high?
Rates are now at their lowest since March 2023 even though inflation is well above target.
Cacio e pepe: Good Food pasta recipe sparks fury in Italy
"Whoever uses cream does not know what cooking means!" said one Rome café owner.
Watch: See where China plans to put its mega-embassy - and why it's controversial
The BBC's Damian Grammaticas explains the controversy surrounding China's mega-embassy plan.
Crocs shares slump as US shoppers rein in spending
The firms says it expects revenue for the three months to the end of August to fall by about 10% compared with last year.
US offers $50m reward for arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro
A reward for information leading to the capture of Maduro, who the US accuses of drug trafficking, has been doubled.
Daily weight loss pill could help patients lose 12% of body weight
Trials of a daily obesity pill showed patients lost about 12% of their body weight over 72 weeks.
Convicted rapist quits Australian parliament after losing legal bid to stay
Gareth Ward was convicted of rape last month but refused to resign from his electorate.
David Lammy to host JD Vance at country residence
Vance will be a guest of the UK foreign secretary at his official residence Chevening, in Kent.
Ex-Superman actor says he's becoming US immigration agent
Dean Cain says he'll be "sworn in as an ICE agent asap" following a recruitment drive by the agency.
British dad 'killed by drone fighting in Ukraine'
Alan Robert Williams's wife is told that the 35-year-old from Wirral died in Kharkiv.
Israel's plan means more misery for Palestinians and big risk for Netanyahu
Takeover raises the prospect of curfews, evacuation orders and exhausted civilians on the road once more.
Teenager found guilty of murdering fellow pupil during lunch break
Harvey Willgoose, 15, was stabbed at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield in February.
NCA to investigate police officer sex abuse claims after BBC report
South Yorkshire Police will not investigate itself over reports officers sexually abused children.
New signs found of giant gas planet in 'Earth's neighbourhood'
The possible planet is just four-and-a-half light years away and may have moons that sustain life.
River Island to close 33 more stores after court approves rescue plan
The struggling High Street retailer had warned it would run out of cash by the end of August.
MP Rupert Lowe mistakes charity rowers for 'illegal migrants'
Rupert Lowe says he will donate £1,000 to charity but makes "no apologies over being vigilant".
Is Perrier as pure as it claims? The bottled water scandal gripping France
Claims that natural mineral water brands are filtering their water have shocked the country.
Boy, 4, dies after being hit by bus as he walked out of hospital
The father of four-year-old Zaahir Jan pays tribute to his "always smiling and laughing" son.
Gary Lineker to host new ITV game show The Box
It will be his first TV presenting job since leaving Match of the Day in May amid an antisemitism row.
'It's become a game for Israel': Gaza City residents fear takeover plans
Palestinians have told the BBC they are living in fear of the plans, which have been heavily criticised by the international community.
US is at odds with Nato allies as it shrugs off Israel's escalation
The apparent US indifference to the prospect of a long - possibly indefinite - Israeli military occupation marks a telling change in tone.
JD Vance questions UK's Palestinian statehood plan
Vance discusses Gaza and other issues with the foreign secretary at his official residence Chevening.
Taking control means abandoning hostages, families say
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced plans to take control of Gaza City on Thursday
What we know so far about what Israel wants to do
The plan faces fierce opposition within Israel as well as international criticism.
Snapchat row and a hidden knife: The final hours before Harvey Willgoose's murder
The tragic day began with a handshake between two 15-year-olds and ended in a fatal stabbing.
The paedophile-hunting granny who built a heroin empire
A new podcast tells the story of Mags Haney, the Stirling drug dealer who may have been a police informant.
Weekly quiz: Which baby names took top spot?
How much attention did you pay to what's been going on in the world over the past seven days?
Courts service 'covered up' IT bug that caused evidence to go missing
Sources say judges in courts and tribunals will have made rulings when evidence was incomplete.
Suspected people smuggling arrest after BBC probe
Officers say they arrested a 22-year-old Iranian in Acocks Green in Birmingham.
My baby's death must not be in vain, says mum left to give birth alone and in a coma
Emily Brazier says her baby daughter's death must not be in vain and has called for change.
Grapefruit tree planted on London street given protected status
A rare grapefruit tree in Battersea is granted additional protection following a campaign.
Mushroom murderer tried to kill husband with pasta, cookies and curry, court was told
One alleged attempt left Simon Patterson in a coma, with his family twice told to say their goodbyes.
Teenager who lost his legs in crash will 'never forgive' driver
Young footballer Adam Golebiewski was a passenger in Arran Paterson's car in Aberdeenshire in September last year.
Bournemouth Echo
Plans lodged to turn Bournemouth hotel into 22 bed HMO
Plans to convert a Bournemouth hotel into a 22 person HMO have been retrospectively submitted to the council.
Vikki Slade calls for recognition of Palestine as a state
Liberal Democrat MP Vikki Slade urges Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recognise Palestine as a state, calling for UK sanctions on Israel and action for Gaza.
The royal love nest that was actually a Bournemouth hotel
In Bournemouth, a captivating legend persists, a compelling story rich with royal scandal and hidden romance that has since become part of the town’s identity - even if shrouded in mystery.c
The day Miss Bournemouth and a Zulu warrior raced on Bournemouth Promenade
It was a day that turned heads and raised eyebrows, as the usually serene Bournemouth Promenade became the stage for a truly outlandish spectacle on May 11, 1983.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole to enjoy sunny weekend
Met Office forecasts sunny weather for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole from 8–13 August, with highs up to 26C and minimal chance of rain.
Hospital refurbishment completed ahead of schedule and under budget
Spetisbury Construction completes Royal Bournemouth Hospital respiratory department refurbishment three months early and 8 per cent under £1.5m budget, boosting care.
Vegan festival with more than 60 stalls coming to Bournemouth
Discover Bournemouth Vegan Festival 2024 at Citygate Centre on 6 September. 60+ stalls, food, talks & workshops. Tickets from £5. Family friendly.
Festival becomes first official sponsor of Dorset charity
Maddie’s Miracle, a Dorset charity supporting mothers and babies with breastfeeding, secures Purbeck Valley Folk Festival as its first official sponsor.
Residents at care home taken on a nostalgic train ride
Residents of The Aldbury care home in Poole enjoyed a nostalgic ride on Poole Park Railway, reliving memories and sightseeing with dementia care staff.
More Dorset patients to access 'transformative' cancer vaccine
Dorset patients with advanced head and neck cancer to join NHS England mRNA vaccine trial via Cancer Vaccine Launch Pad, coordinated by Southampton Clinical Trials Unit.
Residency at Lighthouse a turning point for Poole artist
Poole artist Ellen Oliver reworks Afters into a trio at Lighthouse residency via Sanctuary scheme, exploring feminist themes and club culture in contemporary dance.
Bournemouth to host picture trail competition to win panto tickets
Join Bournemouth’s Cinderella panto picture trail this August for a chance to win family tickets to the 2025 Pavilion pantomime. Free family fun!
Bournemouth venue launches bottomless brunch
Mulligans Bournemouth launches bottomless brunch with gaming, main meal, and unlimited drinks from £28pp. Includes crazy golf, darts, pool & more. Book online.
Mayor re-elected for new term and chooses charity to support
Councillor Alvin Reid re-elected as New Milton mayor, selects Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance as 2025-26 charity to support vital emergency care.
Innovative new design to restore critically endangered species
University of Exeter leads research with Bournemouth Water on innovative gravel eel pass designs to boost critically endangered European eel populations in the UK.
Cream tea picnic raises more than £1,000 for charity
Poole’s Finch Insurance raises over £1,200 for Waggy Tails Rescue with a cream tea picnic, supporting local dog charity amid rising rescue demands and costs.
Ocean film festival featuring worldwide films to tour Dorset
Discover the Ocean Film Festival World Tour 2025 as it brings inspiring ocean-themed films to UK venues, celebrating marine life, surfing & ocean adventure.
Health centre to double in size as it opens second premises
Bournemouth’s Natural Healing holistic health centre expands with new Christchurch Road site, offering chiropractic, yoga, Pilates, and wellness therapies.
New survey launched to help shape the future of parking
Dorset Council launches public survey to review parking in 117 car parks and on-street areas. Share feedback on pricing, permits, EV charging and more.
John Cleese's Fawlty Towers is coming to the Bournemouth Pavilion
Fawlty Towers – The Play, adapted by John Cleese from the classic BBC sitcom, comes to Bournemouth Pavilion in October as part of its UK tour.
Dorset Care Record 'making a huge positive difference'
Dorset Care Record boosts NHS efficiency with 10,000+ professionals trained, 175,000+ patient records accessed monthly, and £11.6m in time savings UK-wide.
French band to perform at Wimborne's Tivoli Theatre
Nouvelle Vague UK tour 2025: French band marks 21st anniversary with 16 live shows, including Wimborne's Tivoli Theatre in November. Tickets on sale now.
New waste service helps recycle more than 331 tonnes of food waste
New Forest District Council’s new food waste recycling scheme has diverted over 331 tonnes from incineration, benefiting 31,000+ residents in eight weeks.
Dorset company named as new dealer for tractor company
Dorset Tractors appointed as new McCormick dealer for Dorset by Argo Tractors GB, bringing over 40 years’ agricultural machinery expertise to local farmers.
Poole is second most expensive area in UK for luxury homes
Poole is UK's second most expensive area for luxury homes, says Clifton Private Finance study. Residents need 781 years to afford a £7.3m property.
Woman in 30s found dead at address in Bournemouth
A woman from Blandford Forum was found dead at an address in Bournemouth, an inquest heard.
'Vibrant' witch market to return to royal arcade
A 'vibrant' witch market is due to return to Boscombe's Royal Arcade this August.
'This is wrong and some of us will fight to stop this proposal'
RESIDENTS are calling on BCP Council to protect their much-loved play park rather than pursue plans to relocate it as part of Plan for Play strategy.
House fire was started deliberately, say police
INVESTIGATIONS are ongoing after “deliberate” house fire in Bournemouth prompting emergency response.
Takeaway seeks permission to convert into sit-down restaurant
An Indian hot food takeaway in Poole has submitted plans to convert its premises into a sit-down restaurant.
Wildlife photographer captures rare images of beaver baby
A WILDLIFE photographer’s patience paid off after capturing pictures of beavers in the wild.
Lifeboat called to 'danger to navigation' as boat runs into trouble
The volunteers attended to a three-person, 41 foot vessel that encountered mechanical issues and was drifting into Poole Bay.
Vue reveals opening date for new Poole cinema
A date has been revealed for the opening of Poole’s newest cinema.
Only one fine issued for dog fouling in Dorset
Dorset Council is looking for a new dog warden – paying up to £27,250 a year.
Have say on plans to bury radioactive waste in Dorset
The public is asked to share their views on a consultation regarding environmental permits for the ongoing decommissioning at Dorset's Winfrith nuclear site.
Call to stop sale of disposable barbecues as fires increase
An environment group are urging local retailers to discontinue disposable barbecues as fires are rapidly increase in Dorset
Hotspots still visible near Newton Heath fire as 'significant progress' made
HOTSPOTS are still visible at Newton heath fire which was believed to be started deliberately.
Paddleboarders rescued after getting stuck in mud at in the early hours
Two paddleboarders were rescued after getting stuck in mud in the middle of the night.
'The situation is heart-breaking' - Queen's Park lake dries up
Queens Park Lake has completely dried up, causing species such as ducks, herons and more to lose their immediate water source.
River Island spared from administration
Stores in Bournemouth town centre and Castlepoint have been spared from closure for now while the Poole store will close as planned.
Fordingbridge Choir to perform at Disneyland Paris next summer
Fordingbridge Musical Theatre Choir has been deemed to have reached the artistic level to perform on the Disneyland stage next summer
Zones imposed as Bournemouth prepares for large scale protests
Protesters will be split into zones as Bournemouth braces for large-scale demonstrations tomorrow.
Road partially blocked following crash between van and motorbike
A road in Bournemouth was partially blocked after a crash occurred between a van and a motorbike.
Millions may be owed £440 a month from DWP for this common condition
Millions of people could be eligible to claim up to £440 from the DWP.
Group hit man with pint glass at pub
A group of four men reportedly pushed a man to the ground before hitting him with a pint glass.
Driver with 4,000 illegal cigarettes found with no insurance or MOT
The driver was found to have 4,000 counterfeit cigarettes, 74 illegal vapes and more than £800 in cash.
What to do if your dog is bitten by a snake - symptoms, treatment and more
From symptoms to treatment and prevention, the PDSA has shared advice for dog owners if their dog is bitten by an adder snake.
5 little-known illegal activities you should avoid doing on UK beaches
From taking shells and pebbles home to camping on beaches, here are five illegal things you should avoid doing at the beach.
Rare planetary parade to take place in UK skies this month - best time to see
Six planets will be visible in the UK night sky as part of a rare planetary parade this August.
Formula 1
Check out the drivers' best paddock fits of the season
Looking for some style inspiration in the summer break? Here's a look at the drivers bringing a little flair to the paddock this season.
The 5 craziest storylines from 2025 so far
It’s been a busy first half of the 2025 Formula 1 season, with driver changes, on-track clashes, breakthrough results and off-track dramas all featuring. As the summer break takes hold, F1.com runs through five of the craziest storylines from the year so far – and how they all came about…
‘Tremendous maturity’ – The F3 champion impressing Ferrari
Ferrari Deputy Team Principal Jerome D'Ambrosio reflects on Rafael Camara's growth after the Brazilian sealed the F3 title in Budapest.
Piastri singles out where he has improved this season
Oscar Piastri has been reflecting on how he has changed in the 12 months since he claimed his first Grand Prix victory, with the Australian feeling that his 2025 campaign has featured “a lot more good days” due to having “improved as a driver”.
Windows Central
Bungie Is Losing Its Independence — Destiny Studio to Become More Deeply Integrated Into PlayStation
Sony CFO comments on Bungie, stating they will gradually become part of PlayStation Studios
Battlefield 6 beta player count explodes — 330k+ on Steam, 800k+ on Twitch
Battlefield 6's beta climbs the Steam charts and takes off on Twitch
Ninja Gaiden 4 Can Run at 120 FPS on Xbox Series X — Letting Players Choose Framerate Over Graphics
Ninja Gaiden 4 can be played at 120 FPS on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, with options for players to focus on framerate rather than resolution.
PlayStation Says It Is "Moving Away" from Hardware Centricity — Could More PlayStation-to-Xbox Ports Be On The Way?
As Xbox comes to dominate Sony's own PlayStation Store, the famed firm is asking itself why it shouldn't do the same. Can we expect even more Xbox games from PlayStation in the future? My guess is "yes."
“THIS CAN’T BE a REAL MOVIE” — Microsoft Teams Is at the Center of War of the Worlds, a 0% Film on Rotten Tomatoes
Microsoft Teams plays a key role in 2025’s worst-rated film, War of the Worlds, a screenlife alien movie that’s earned 0% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Two revolutionary 90s shooters shadow dropped on Xbox, Xbox Game Pass, and PC — Complete with enhanced performances, online multiplayer crossplay, and more
Bethesda has just shadow-dropped Heretic+Hexen onto Xbox, Xbox Game Pass and PC. This game is a remastered compilation of the cult classic Heretic and Hexen games with upgraded framerates, online and local multiplayer support, quality-of-life implementations, and more.
Ninja Gaiden 4 Hands-On —This Punishing Action Game Feels Awesome, and Both Protagonists Are Great To Play
I recently visited PlatinumGames to go hands-on with Ninja Gaiden 4. After playing for a few hours and talking to the devs, I'm excited for the full launch.
Google Takes Aim at Apple's AI Missteps in Hilarious New Pixel 10 Advertisement
Google capitalized on Apple's misfortunes with AI in a hilarious advertisement for its upcoming flagship Pixel 10 phone.
Ninja Gaiden 4 Is Only Possible Thanks to Koei Tecmo and PlatinumGames Team-Up, Directors Say — “We Wouldn’t Have Been Able To Accomplish the Things We Did With This.”
Ninja Gaiden 4's directors say the collaboration between Koei Tecmo, Team Ninja, and PlatinumGames is what this game possible.
Xbox Breaks Silence — Forza Motorsport at Least Living Long Enough to Bring Back Time-Limited Content
Turn 10 Studios has finally published an update on Forza Motorsport (2023) following the mass Xbox layoffs, and the game is still alive... for now.
Microsoft Now Offers Free Access to OpenAI's GPT-5 Model with Copilot on Windows 11 — Alongside Github, Visual Studio, And More
OpenAI's much-hyped GPT-5 AI model is now available as part of Microsoft Copilot. Here's what you need to know.
New Age Verification Rules for UK Xbox Users: What You Should Know
Contraband, a title from Avalanche and Xbox Game Studios first announced back in 2021, is canceled.
GPT-5 Is Here — Giving You “An Entire Team of PhD-Level Experts,” and It’s Available Today for Everyone
OpenAI just announced GPT-5, its latest AI model. All users can try GPT-5 today through ChatGPT.
GPT-5
Everything you need to know and all the latest news on OpenAI's latest large-language model (LLM) released in August 2025.
Everything to Know About GPT-5 Before Its Big Launch — It'll Be Smarter Than All Current OpenAI Models Combined
Here's everything you should know about GPT-5 before it ships, from potential features and enhanced capabilities to the potential release date.
GPT-5
Everything you need to know and all the latest news on OpenAI's latest large-language model (LLM) released in August 2025.
Did Sam Altman Oversell GPT-5? OpenAI Faces Backlash for Ruining ChatGPT, Turning It Into a “Corporate Beige Zombie”
OpenAI recently shipped GPT-5, touting it as the smartest model ever. However, the company deprecated its predecessors, prompting backlash from users over a degraded user experience rife with generic responses, bugs, and glitches.
A Surprise Update Quietly Makes Ready or Not Much Better on Xbox — And I'm Thrilled
VOID Interactive, developers behind Ready or Not, have quietly re-added Xbox Play Anywhere after removing it before release.
"We’d Rather You Pirate Our Game" — How "AI Slop" Roblox Clones Might Hurt Developers of Indie Smash Hits Like Peak
One indie studio has called out a clone of their game made in Roblox called "CLIFF", professing they'd rather see people pirate their game than play it.
Best Laptops to Replace Your Windows 10 PC — Top-Rated Windows 11 Picks for Premium, Gaming, AI, and Business Users
Windows 10 is set to enter its end-of-life phase on October 14, and you might be wondering which Windows 11 laptop you should buy to replace your aging hardware. I make an argument for each of these 12 top-rated laptops.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 5 Kicks Off With Double XP — Alongside Patch Notes and a Big Change to Verdansk for Warzone
Activision kicks off Season 5 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, with the finale to Black Ops 6's Zombies story, big changes to Verdansk in Warzone, and new maps for multiplayer.
Windows Central Podcast: Will Windows Become Agentic?
Dan & Zac discuss Microsoft's new "Windows 2030 Vision" series, the first of which hints at a potential future "Agentic OS" from Microsoft. What might that look like?
DICE Responds to Battlefield 6 Community: Key Updates on Map Flow and Class Mechanics
DICE has been listening and looks to build on that over the next two weekends.
9 Hidden Default Settings and Behaviors on Windows 11
On Windows 11, the system sets a lot of settings and features to their defaults, and in this guide, I'll show you nine of those that usually go unnoticed by most regular users.
Lenovo Legion Go 2 vs Legion Go — How Do These Gaming Handhelds Compare Based on Rumored Specs?
The Legion Go 2 offers several improvements over the original gaming handheld. Here's how the two devices compare based on the Legion Go 2 prototype and various leaks.
Laffgaff
Which country owns the Galápagos Islands?
Ecuador.
KFC Chicken
I went to KFC yesterday and ate 14 pieces of chicken. I can now take that off my bucket list.