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Government plans to overhaul asylum appeals system
The government would establish a new and independent body, with the aim of hearing cases more quickly.
National flags have started lining our streets. They may say something more
With St George's and union jack flags appearing on many lampposts, we visit the epicentre of the phenomenon to find out why.
Pub and travel bans proposed in sentencing overhaul
Ministers say the reforms are aimed at reducing reoffending and easing pressures on crowded prisons.
My trip to North Korea's 'Benidorm' - flanked by guards and full of rules
Anastasia, one of the first Russian visitors to North Korea's new resort, tells of "immaculate" beaches, meaty meals and strict rules.
Trump's plan to send troops to Chicago is abuse of power, Illinois governor says
The president said on Friday that he's planning to send troops to Chicago as part of a crime crackdown in several US cities.
Russia blames nuclear site attack on Ukraine as Kyiv marks independence day
A drone attack set fire to a power plant in Russia's western Kursk region, officials say.
Why I started getting anti-wrinkle injections at 23
Does it slow down ageing? Or are we being exploited by a multi-billion pound industry?
For orca left in limbo, zoo resorts to sexual stimulation to stop inbreeding
Wikie, 24, and her 11-year-old son Keijo still don't have a new home despite months of wrangling.
Pierce Brosnan felt 'huge responsibility' towards Thursday Murder Club fans
Dame Helen Mirren, Celia Imrie and Sir Ben Kingsley round out a quartet that unites to investigate murder.
Clarkson for PM, attacks on police dogs: Do Parliament petitions make a difference?
People love signing petitions to get issues they care about debated by MPs - but some can't resist having a laugh.
'Pea allergy almost killed my boy. It's only right to add it to food labels'
Families tell the BBC about their experiences living with allergies as experts call for more allergens to have warning labels.
The Papers: 'Heading for IMF bailout' and 'Border farce!'
A leading economist has warned that the economy is at risk of "collapse".
Were masterpieces worth £100m really found under a pensioner's bed?
An art scholar says the story behind three works is problematic, and now a museum exhibiting them refuses to say if they are genuine.
Piper Alpha disaster took my dad - I still took a job offshore
Shane Gorman's dad David was one of the 167 men who died after a gas explosion destroyed the oil platform in 1988.
Blue badge holders should not pay airport drop-off fees, charity says
UK airports' charging policies are inconsistent and unfair, says Disabled Motoring UK.
How researchers recreated faces of 2,500-year-old skulls found in India
The skulls and other goods were found in massive burial urns near Keeladi in Tamil Nadu state.
US government wants to deport Kilmar Ábrego García to Uganda
His lawyers accuse the government of trying to "coerce" him to plead guilty by threatening to deport him "halfway across the world".
Ghislaine Maxwell denies seeing 'inappropriate' conduct by Trump
Maxwell was interviewed after pressure on Trump to release information about whether prominent figures were involved in Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
Man injured at funfair dies of head injuries
The Spanish City Summer Funfair will remain closed until further notice, police say.
UK's Chagos Islands deal 'significant victory', says Pope
Pope Leo XIV said he hoped Mauritian authorities would ensure the refugees are able to return home.
North Korean leader oversees new missile test, state media says
Two new air defence missiles with "superior combat capability" have been fired in a test observed by Kim Jong Un.
Israel pounds Gaza City in preparation for planned offensive
Sixty-four people were killed in Israeli attacks across Gaza in the past 24 hours, the territory's Hamas-run health ministry said.
Worker killed at funfair 'will be loved endlessly'
Corrie Lee Stavers, 28, suffered fatal head injuries at a funfair on Saturday afternoon, police say.
Boy, 15, and man held over restaurant 'arson attack'
Two people remain in a life-threatening condition in hospital following the blaze on Friday night.
Three sisters drown in migrant boat in Mediterranean, rescuers say
There was "sheer horror" when survivors realised that the girls aged nine, 11 and 17 had died, a rescuer says.
More than 500,000 ordered to evacuate as typhoon heads for Vietnam
Typhoon Kajiki is brushing past Hainan in China before heading for Vietnam, forecasters say.
Were masterpieces worth £100m really found under a pensioner's bed?
Three works attributed to Malevich are on show in Bucharest but an art scholar says the story behind them is problematic.
My trip to North Korea's 'Benidorm' - flanked by guards and full of rules
Anastasia, one of the first Russian visitors to North Korea's new resort, tells of "immaculate" beaches, meaty meals and strict rules.
Pub and travel bans proposed under sentencing rule changes
Ministers say the reforms are aimed at reducing reoffending and easing pressures on crowded prisons.
Bands boycott music festival after group's set 'cut off'
The Last Dinner Party, Cliffords and The Academic refuse to perform at Victorious Festival.
Costumes and colour fill the streets for Notting Hill Carnival
Musicians and dancers join Carnival's children's parade, following the paint-filled fun of J'ouvert.
Watch: Solar-powered cars start epic Australian outback race
Thirty-four teams from all over the world are competing to win the 2025 Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
A pea allergy almost killed my boy. It's only right to add it to food labels
Families tell the BBC about their experiences living with allergies as experts call for more allergens to have warning labels.
More than 30 jihadists killed in air strikes, Nigerian military says
Concern is mounting about "war-time levels of slaughter" in Nigeria, including a resurgence of jihadist activity.
Bournemouth Echo
Four-bed detached house with games room for sale for £950,000
Four-bedroom detached house for sale in rural Pennington, Lymington, with games room, large garden, double garage, and home office. £950,000. Near coast and New Forest.
‘If it’s a danger to me, I report it’: Public help police catch drivers on phones
Cyclists and fellow drivers have been helping police catch ‘careless’ road users distracted by their mobile phones.
Westbourne pub is 'one stop shop' for community
A Westbourne pub and sandwich shop under new ownership that "caters to all" is the Bournemouth Echo's Pub of the Week.
Man in 20s found dead at home in Bournemouth
An inquest has opened into the death of a man from Bournemouth, who was found unresponsive at home.
Dorset Police spend more than £100k keeping dangerous dogs in kennels
DORSET police spent more than £100,000 keeping dangerous dogs in kennels last year, new figures show.
The fairy tale so good it fooled Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
This was the tale of the Cottingley Fairies, a photographic hoax that captured the public's imagination and became a cultural phenomenon.
Pupils competed to design modern English national costume
The event, held on June 26, 1999, served as the backdrop for a unique competition that challenged students to design a modern English national costume.
'Tough' but rewarding Dorset walk with 'gorgeous views the entire way'
A Dorset circular coastal walk that takes in Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Ringstead Bay has been hailed as "tough" but rewarding
Residents bring water to save wildlife at dried up pond
A pond once home to turtles, fish and birds has now completely dried up.
Metal detectorist marks huge milestone recovering hundreds of lost items
Darren Wiles, 53, hit his latest milestone since he began recovering lost items, with an 80 year old buckle ring marking his 400th find.
Man remembers childhood friend killed in wartime bombing
A two-minute silence was held in New Milton today to remember the civilians who lost their lives when enemy bombs fell on the town during the Second World War.
Solar farm plan 'very unlikely' to be approved, says councillor
A councillor has warned that plans for a solar farm capable of powering 1,000 homes are "very unlikely" to be approved
Millions of UK drivers risking hefty fines over common roundabout mistake
A Compare the Market study found more than six million UK drivers were risking a £50 fine every time they encountered a roundabout
DVLA number plate fine warning ahead of change coming next week
The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine
DWP confirms everyone who will get up to £300 Winter Fuel Payment - and who wont
An extra 7.4 million pensioners will get up to £300 this winter, but payments will not be universal, with five groups not eligible
15 fire engines and approximately 75 firefighters tackle 'huge' grass fire
Ten fire crews are making their way to a 'huge' fire involving grass and trees.
Road blocked after a truck burst into flames
Poole Road in Upton is blocked following a vehicle fire
Car park cordoned off after 'bomb' found by metal detectorist
An area has been cordoned off after a 'bomb' was found by a metal detectorist.
Field fire breaks out as bank holiday warnings issued
A wildfire roughly the size of three football pitches broke out in Weymouth yesterday morning
Popular neighbourhood pub sold
A popular neighbourhood pub in Weymouth has new owners
Woman stole nearly £70 worth of items from a gift shop
A woman stole nearly £70 worth of items from a gift shop in the New Forest.
Community comes together for Igbo new yam festival
A celebration of harvest saw dozens come together with music, food and tradition.
Inside this £4.5m riverfront mansion with indoor pool and sauna
The property underwent a significant transformation when purchased by its current owner 24 years ago.
Smoke seen across BCP as 'huge' blaze tears through woodland
Approximately 75 fire fighters were called to tackle a ‘huge’ grass fire that broke out in Poole.
Two swans rescued after landing on a busy road
Two swans were rescued after two swans landed on a verge on a busy main road.
Motorbike rider injured in crash with car
A motorbike rider was taken to hospital after a crash with a car.
Formula 1
How Ferrari’s 2025 season has played out so far
It has been another headline-filled season for Ferrari, with seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton arriving, scrutiny over a planned title bid that did not materialise, and team boss Fred Vasseur subsequently having to navigate a barrage of speculation about his future. So, where do the legendary team stand at the summer break? Here is their half term report…
10 of the best F1 bromances from over the years
We’ve been taking a look back at some of F1’s best ‘bromances’ from across the years, ranging from the sport’s early days through to the duos that have formed bonds during the modern era.
Windows Central
The Geekom A9 Mega will be Windows 11's answer to Apple's Mac Studio — only better and more affordable
Geekom's next mini PC, the A9 Mega, is arguably the first true Windows 11-powered competitor to the Mac Studio. Partly because it looks like it, and partly the earth-shattering performance inside.
This 49g wireless gaming mouse pleasantly surprised me in a lot of ways, including which company made it
I've been using the ASUS ROG Harpe Ace Mini wireless gaming mouse, and it's the first ASUS gaming accessory I've properly loved. This is a great peripheral.
Forza Horizon 6 could be heading to Japan — and the reveal may be sooner than you think
Playground Games and Xbox Game Studios are almost certainly working on Forza Horizon 6, and Windows Central has seen evidence an announcement is planned this year.
Treyarch on Black Ops 7: “We wanted to do something absolutely unique”
Treyarch invited us to visit their studio and talk about the development of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and embracing the madness in a new psychological narrative with deep roots.
Razer finally remembered I don't live in China, so now we can all get this cool Gengar gaming headset
The Razer Kraken Kitty V2 Gengar Edition was previously exclusive to China, but Razer has finally brought this cool, limited-edition headset to more markets.
Reports say Windows 11 update is bricking drives — is yours on the list?
A lengthy report from an X user suggests that after the latest Windows 11 update, KB5063878, some SSDs are flatlining when attempting to move large files. Here's what you need to know.
Gears of War returns, Helldivers 2 jumps ship, and Xbox players win big — Xbox’s Aug 25–31 lineup proves the console war is getting interesting again
Here are all the new Xbox games launching this week from August 51 through 31, including Gears of War: Reloaded and Helldivers 2.
Laffgaff
Which jazz musician released an album called ‘Kind of Blue’?
Miles Davis.
Paint Store
Why did the personal trainer send his client to the paint store? To get thinner.
Itsfoss
Best Non-Violent Games Available on Steam for Linux Users
This one is for the nonchalant Linux gamers in the house.