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Energy prices expected to rise ahead of winter
Regulator Ofgem will announce its next energy price cap at 07:00, with a slight rise predicted.
'Funeral director put my baby's body in bouncer in front of TV'
Funeral director Amie Upton is now barred from NHS maternity wards, the BBC reveals.
SpaceX pulls off Starship rocket launch in stunning comeback
The Starship rocket is critical to the company's hopes of one day carrying people to the Moon and Mars.
Trump's 50% tariff on India kicks in as Modi urges self-reliance
The US president's steep 50% tariffs on India have kicked in, sending Narendra Modi's government into firefighting mode.
How deliverable is Reform's plan on migration?
A Reform government could see the UK leaving the European Convention on Human Rights to deliver its plan.
Wasp 'riding a broomstick' wows photography judges
The photo taken by Bidyut Kalita, is among several highly commended in this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
'I thought it was the end of my life': Inside Israel's attack on Iran's Evin Prison
In an exclusive interview with BBC Persian, a prisoner describes what happened when Israeli missiles tore through Iran's most notorious jail.
Princess Diana 90s time capsule contains Kylie CD and pocket TV
The time capsule was buried in 1991 to mark the laying of the foundation stone at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Australia police shooting suspect named as manhunt continues
Two officers were killed and another injured in a shooting at a rural property in Victoria on Tuesday.
'I immediately freaked out' - Taylor Swift's engagement sends fans into frenzy
As the news broke, many Swifties joke on social media they are happy for their "close friend" Swift.
Ukraine admits Russia has entered key region of Dnipropetrovsk
Military says Russian advance "is the first attack of such a large scale" in industrial province.
BBC Verify: How the double strike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital unfolded
BBC Verify analyses footage from the attack and its aftermath to piece together the timeline of events and what it reveals.
Videos show impact of Trump's crackdown in one Washington DC neighbourhood
Residents in Washington's Columbia Heights neighbourhood say there has been a surge in immigration arrests since President Trump's crime crackdown started.
The Papers: Farage's deportation plans and 'Taylor to wed Travis'
Reform UK's plan to deport 600,000 migrants and the engagement of Taylor Swift to Travis Kelce leads Wednesday's papers.
How Reform has changed the debate on migration
Labour's ideal way of combating Nigel Farage is by fixing the asylum system and stopping small boats - but the party's strategy is also changing.
Who is Dezi Freeman, the 'sovereign citizen' wanted for killing Australian police?
The conspiracy theorist once tried to arrest a magistrate and prosecute the state premier for treason.
The battle to save China's rare snub-nosed monkey
The BBC has been granted access to an area where scientists are battling to save the rare snub-nosed monkey.
UN demands justice over Israeli double strike on Gaza hospital
An initial Israeli military report says the attack targeted a "Hamas camera" and identified "gaps" for further investigation.
Artwork looted by Nazis 80 years ago spotted in estate agent ad
Portrait of a Lady seen in house near Buenos Aires, more than 80 years after it was looted from a Jewish art dealer in Amsterdam.
Tributes paid to three helicopter crash victims
Justyna Czoska, Wojtek Kowalkowski and Simon Hewitt died in the crash on the Isle of Wight.
Kpop Demon Hunters becomes Netflix's most viewed film ever
It is the latest in a series of chart-topping achievements by the animated musical.
67 people now charged over Palestine Action support, says Met
More than 700 people have been arrested for allegedly showing support for the proscribed group.
No 'cash for questions' investigation into former minister
Claims emerged that a company that he worked for helped him write questions to government in June.
Gaza City evacuation inevitable, Israeli army warns Palestinians
People who relocate to southern Gaza will get "generous" aid, the military says, as it prepares to conquer the city.
Four ways to keep your energy bills down
Household energy bills are due to rise again in October but there are ways to keep a lid on your expenditure.
Reform rows back on possible child migrant deportations
Nigel Farage has now ruled out the suggestion, after the party's former chair said it could happen.
Russian drone attacks cause massive power cuts, Ukraine says
More than 100,000 homes are without power after the latest Russian strikes on energy sites, President Zelensky says.
Taylor Swift's engagement ring, and the celebrity trend for big rocks
Georgina Rodríguez, Dua Lipa and Zendaya are just some of the recently-engaged stars with standout rings.
UK to lose out on new drugs that are available in EU countries, pharma firm warns
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals.
'Punk rock' dinosaur with metre-long spikes discovered
The animal has come as a surprise to experts, who now have to rethink how these armoured dinosaurs evolved
Denmark summons top US diplomat over alleged 'covert influence operations' in Greenland
The aim was reportedly to infiltrate Greenland's society and promote its secession from Denmark.
Parents of teenager who took his own life sue OpenAI
The Raine family alleges ChatGPT "actively helped" their 16-year-old son take his own life.
Scottish island castle goes back on sale for £750,000
A previous sale of the historic castle, involving a millionaire businessman, collapsed two years ago.
Is Trump right about wind power and UK energy bills?
President Trump has suggested this week that wind power is the reason for rising energy bills in the UK. BBC Verify's Ben Chu takes a look at the data.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2025 – the best pictures so far
The photo taken by Bidyut Kalita, is among several highly commended in this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
How Taylor Swift's engagement could change her music
She's known as pop's most confessional songwriter, so how will domestic bliss change Taylor Swift?
'I thought it was the end of my life': Inside Israel's attack on Iran's Evin Prison
In an exclusive interview with BBC Persian, a prisoner describes what happened when Israeli missiles tore through Iran's most notorious jail.
Watch: Thousands play with tomatoes at annual festival
Tomatoes not fit for consumption are thrown at each other during the festival.
How achievable is Reform's plan on migration?
A Reform government could see the UK leaving the European Convention on Human Rights to deliver its plan.
Watch: SpaceX Starship finally completes successful test flight
Elon Musk's giant rocket, earmarked for use in a 2027 mission to the Moon, has had multiple catastrophic failures in previous launches.
Ryanair to increase oversized bag bonus for staff
Michael O'Leary told the BBC the change would come in November, and that he made no apology for it.
Lib Dem leader Ed Davey to boycott Trump state banquet over Gaza
The Lib Dem leader says he wants to send the president a message that he has the power to end the crisis.
Solar-powered postboxes being rolled out across UK
Royal Mail says the revamped design will help it compete in small parcel deliveries.
WW2 bombs hamper efforts to tackle moorland blaze
The area was used for tank training and sunken shells have exploded, a senior firefighter says.
Patients struggle to get weight loss drug ahead of price rise
The drug's US manufacturer has asked UK distributors to stop taking orders from pharmacies until next month's price increase.
Lil Nas X says he's OK after 'terrifying' arrest
He pleaded not guilty to injuring a police officer and resisting arrest after being found naked in LA.
Bournemouth Echo
Safeguard Force admits some members have criminal convictions
Multiple members of a group set up to ‘protect the community’ have been convicted of crimes.
Woman 'sat on, spat and scratched' man who was celebrating surviving cancer with wife
A WOMAN sat on, spat at and scratched a man who was celebrating surviving cancer with his wife, a court heard.
Couple opening boutique dog salon in 'really really exciting' new venture
Owned by Sarah Gilbert, along with her partner Jason, the business aims to provide a luxury experience that isn't offered elsewhere in the area, opening in their new unit in the market place.
Driver caught speeding at 35mph banned from the roads
A driver has been banned from the roads after he was caught speeding at 35mph by an automatic speed camera.
New managing director appointed for Dorset Innovation Park
Dorset Innovation Park appoints Kevin Forshaw as MD from October 2025, aiming to boost jobs and growth in UK advanced engineering, defence and clean energy.
Lifeguards to open new facility and celebrate diamond anniversary
Bournemouth Lifeguard Corps will celebrate the grand opening of its new training facility and diamond anniversary next month.
Festival to bring thousands of visitors to Dorset town
Festival-goers can also enjoy free children's entertainers and ten different workshops to learn or improve music and dance skills.
Charity announces gala ball will return to the Lighthouse
Dorset charity Diverse Abilities hosts its 8th gala ball at Lighthouse, Poole, in November to raise funds for children and adults with disabilities.
Bournemouth care home team get muddy for air ambulance
Bournemouth’s Verwood House Care Home team tackled the Mud Trail Challenge at Dorset Adventure Park, fundraising for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.
New drop-in centres offering free mental health support open
New free mental health drop-in centres open in North Dorset. Run by Dorset Mind and NHS partners, offering support in Blandford, Gillingham, Sherborne, Sturminster Newton, and soon Shaftesbury.
Classic car to go up for auction for first time in 64 years
A rare 1934 Jensen Wolseley Hornet Special, owned by a retired RAF officer for 64 years, goes to auction at Haynes Motor Museum.
Legendary band to perform at Bournemouth Pavilion in 2026
"The tour title is not an expression of exasperation, but a humorous nod to the fact we're out doing it again," says Gouldman.
Beach volleyball tournament to raise funds for two hospices
MSP Capital hosts Bournemouth beach volleyball tournament on 4 Sept 2025, raising funds for Julia’s House and Lewis-Manning hospices. Dorset firms compete.
Dorset charity CEO named as finalist in national awards
Krista Cartlidge, CEO of Dorset’s MYTIME Young Carers, shortlisted for Charity Champion at Best Businesswomen Awards 2025 recognising top UK female leaders.
Corfe Castle to relive turbulent past with Civil War re-enactment
There will also be hands-on activities for families, including a dress-up booth and an invitation to join the ranks and take part in military drills.
Museum gardener to share edible gardening tips at food festival
Museum of East Dorset gardener Jolyon Lockhart to give edible gardening tips at Wimborne Food Festival 2025. Free talk covers home-grown herbs, fruit & veg.
Artist known for 'mesmerising' work to visit gallery
Contemporary artist Sannib to appear at Westover Gallery, Bournemouth, in September. View his original mixed media art and meet the London-based artist.
NHS to discuss new services being brought into communities
The meeting will highlight ongoing and planned work to shift care into the community and closer to people's homes.
Two care home chefs to compete in national cooking contest
Colten Care chefs Lorna Parsons and Jack Wood reach UK Care Chef of the Year 2025 finals at NACC awards, representing care home catering excellence.
Urgent appeal launched to help lift people out of crisis
Dorset charity Diverse Abilities launches urgent appeal to support disabled people and families facing homelessness. Donate or join Big Sleep Easy event.
Call out for artists to submit work for Dorset exhibition
Local artists within 30 miles of Poole invited to enter The Gallery Upstairs 2025 open exhibition at Upton Country Park. £600 prize. Submit by 20 Nov.
World's last seagoing paddle steamer to return to south coast
Waverley, the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, returns to the south coast in September 2025, offering cruises from Southampton, Portsmouth, Isle of Wight and more.
Jet2.com announces children under two will now travel for free
Jet2.com becomes the first UK airline to let children under two fly free to Europe, the Canaries, and the Med, with enhanced infant baggage allowance.
'Council's Rapid Response team made a big difference'
It is so sad to read the increasing number of comments, from residents and visitors, about the "rundown state" of Bournemouth.
Two events to celebrate milestone anniversary of Jane Austen
Both events aim to provide new perspectives on the author's work and the women of her time.
Star Wars characters and Daleks to appear at Tank Museum event
The South West Model Show returns to The Tank Museum on 13–14 September with scale models, Star Wars characters, family activities, and competition prizes.
Pub chain reveals annual results despite 'challenging' market
Hall & Woodhouse's annual results show a 25 per cent rise in profit before tax.
New exhibition to showcase global majority artists in Dorset
"We’re used to exhibiting outside of Dorset, but to have a platform in the place that we live is really important."
Thousands attend agricultural show as festival returns
Thousands flocked to the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show in Dorset for agricultural displays, jousting, stunts, and more. Baroness Minette Batters attended.
Theatre company launches new method for creating accessible shows
However, this year, the company is developing a new method of creating "truly accessible theatre."
In The Dock: Drink and drug drivers among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Popular Thai restaurant suddenly shuts town centre site in ‘temporary closure’
A POPULAR Thia restaurant has suddenly shut its town centre site in a ‘temporary closure’.
Teacher who drove to school after drinking alcohol spared classroom ban
Mrs Miller was said to have "deep regret" for her actions and had addressed any issues using signposted organisations, all of which said she posed "no current or future harm" to children and young people.
Tourism congestion charge floated to deal with 'sheer numbers of day-trippers'
The idea of a tourism congestion charge has been floated by the chair of the Destination Management Board.
Cyclist 'punched man in the face and threw bike onto car' causing over £1,000 damage
A cyclist allegedly punched a man in the face and threw his bike onto a car, causing more than £1,000 worth of damage.
Teenager, 19, last seen in Bournemouth reported missing
A TEENAGER last seen in Bournemouth has been reported missing.
Syrian sex attacker jailed after assaulting 19-year-old woman in Weymouth
A Syrian sex attacker has been jailed for almost three years by a judge who dismissed arguments that sending him to prison could breach his human rights
Puppy rescued from horrific abuse now thriving
A puppy rescued after suffering horrific abuse is now thriving in a loving new home with a member of staff who helped save her
Bournemouth Airport terminal proposal to be discussed
Plans to extend Bournemouth International Airport will be discussed during a planning meeting.
WATCH: Portland Harbour seen in new trailer for Dorset-filmed Netflix movie
A trailer has been released for Dorset-filmed Netflix movie The Woman in Cabin 10 starring Keira Knightley
Community in 'deep shock' after man dies in caravan park fire
A DORSET community is in 'deep shock' following a caravan park fire which tragically took the life of one of its residents and destroyed the homes of others
LIVE: Shoppers 'stuck in supermarket' due to gridlocked roads
SHOPPERS are said to be stuck in a supermarket car park due to gridlocked surrounding roads
'The school gave up on her but she hasn't given up' - Girl achieves top GCSE grades
A MOTHER from Wimborne has spoken of her pride after her 17-year-old daughter achieved top GCSE results despite being unable to attend school for five years due to chronic fatigue syndrome.
Woman, 57, charged with exposure after incident in New Forest
A 57-year-old woman from Pennington has been charged following a reported indecent exposure incident on Priestlands Road, Lymington on Monday 25 August.
More than £1m of Premium Bonds prizes left unclaimed in Dorset
Tens of thousands of unclaimed Premium Bonds prize winnings have been left unclaimed in Dorset, totalling more than £1.1m
Bournemouth man caught doing 103mph on 70mph road
Bournemouth man fined after driving Audi at 103mph on A35 Puddletown Bypass. Court issues £120 fine, six penalty points and notifies DVLA of conviction.
Netflix's Wednesday pops up at Bournemouth beach for today only
NETFLIX’S hit show, Wednesday, has popped up on Bournemouth beach for today only.
All the latest planning applications for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
More than 80 planning applications were submitted last week from new developments to housing renovations.
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Tesco introduces £1,000 cash deadline with millions of shoppers urged to act
Millions of Tesco customers could help to secure a £1,000 funding boost for their local school by shopping in September
How to save on energy bills ahead of October Energy Price Cap changes
Martin Lewis says customers can save around 15% by switching and fixing, and has shared his advice on finding the best deals for gas and electricity bills.
Boots customers could lose all Advantage Card points by ignoring this one rule
Boots customers are being warned about a 12-month expiry rule that could see them lose all their Advantage Card points.
Lamborghini driver fined after being caught speeding at 96mph
Poole man fined after speeding at 96mph in Lamborghini on A338 Bournemouth. Joshua Lowe gets £150 fine, penalty points, and court costs at Weymouth Court.
Developers bid for a clinic’s restrictions to be removed
A developer has applied to have restrictions on a building behind a pharmacy removed.
Man hospitalised after being pushed into a bin in The Triangle
A man was hospitalised after he was was reportedly pushed into a bin by two men in Bournemouth town centre on Thursday evening.
Formula 1
All the best run and cycle routes in Zandvoort
Explore Zandvoort on foot or by bike during the Dutch Grand Prix weekend. Find running and cycling routes for all abilities, from beach runs and dune trails to longer rides to nearby towns, with tips for fans visiting over the race weekend from August 29-31.
The F1 drivers take on the ‘badly described race’ challenge
See which driver’s got the smarts in the final episode of *Grill the Grid* for 2025.
Racing, rainclouds and a lot of orange – The ultimate fan guide to Zandvoort
Plan your Dutch Grand Prix weekend with our Zandvoort ultimate fan guide – top tips and travel hacks, photo spots, food, and the best of Amsterdam.
How to stream the Formula 1 2025 Dutch Grand Prix on F1 TV
Formula 1 kicks off the second half of the season this weekend as the Dutch Grand Prix marks the sport’s return from its 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 2025 Dutch Grand Prix?
Formula 1 heads to the Netherlands this weekend as the Dutch Grand Prix kicks off the second half of the season - but what sort of weather can the drivers expect at the Circuit Zandvoort?
What tyres will the teams and drivers at Zandvoort?
The second half of the 2025 F1 season gets underway this weekend at the Dutch Grand Prix – and tyre suppliers Pirelli have now confirmed the compounds that the teams and drivers will have available to them.
What's the best F1 Fantasy line-up for Zandvoort?
Our F1 Fantasy Strategist dusts off the playbook to evaluate reliable fantasy picks this week as the Dutch Grand Prix offers one of the most unique challenges on the F1 calendar. The tight, undulating layout and banked corners can throw car setups into chaos... So, who’s primed to shine in F1 Fantasy this weekend?
The F1 ACADEMY storylines to get excited about at Zandvoort
Putting the summer break behind them and dusting off their race suits, the F1 ACADEMY grid reunite for an all-important visit to Zandvoort.
Bottas and Perez on the challenge of getting Cadillac up to speed
Veteran racers Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez have been charged with leading Cadillac into their first Formula 1 season in 2026 – but how are the pair preparing for their respective F1 comebacks amid a “mountain of work”?
Who did these new F1 teams pick as their first drivers?
Cadillac has plumped for a veteran driver pairing of Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez to lead the charge when they arrive in Formula 1 next year – but who did other new F1 teams choose as their first driver pairings? And how did they fare?
Windows Central
Is Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater bringing "the ultimate survival stealth action experience" to Xbox Game Pass? — Here's the scoop
The highly anticipated Metal Gear Solid 3 remake, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, is finally here. But is it on Game Pass? Here's what we know.
As Battlefield 6 looms, Call of Duty vows to avoid goofy skins in Black Ops 7 — I agree it "needs to feel authentic," but will the devs keep their word?
In the wake of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta and criticisms of Call of Duty's wacky over-the-top skins, the Black Ops 7 devs want to preserve "the identity of Call of Duty."
No character creation, no guns, no clans. What happened to Bloodlines 2? — It’s not the game fans were promised
Discover every feature cut from Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, from character creation to RPG systems, ahead of its October 2025 release
AI search is gutting publisher revenue — This startup's $5 plan aims to fix that
AI scraping publisher content for free is becoming a major issue, and AI search startup Perplexity aims to fix that with a new $5 Comet Plus plan.
Razer’s iconic cat-ear headset gets its best version yet — and maybe its swan song
The Razer Kraken Kitty V3 Pro is official, and I've already been using it. This is already an easy contender for the best cat-ears gaming headset ever.
NVIDIA just built a “brain” that can power humanoid robots and physical AI — and it only costs $3,499
NVIDIA just announced Jetson Thor, a "robot brain" that powers humanoids, self-driving cars, and smart machines with real-time generative AI.
Xbox waited a year for Black Myth: Wukong — but at least it’s getting 45 more achievements than PS5. (Petty? Maybe. Worth it? Definitely.)
Black Myth: Wukong launches with 81 achievements on Xbox, 45 more than its PS5 counterpart.
Want Battlefield 6 for free? Buy one of these RTX gaming laptops — starting at only $499 for a limited time.
Intel Gamer Days is here, and buying one of these eligible (and discounted) RTX laptops will get you a free copy of Battlefield 6.
Helldivers 2 is getting even more dangerous — players will need to team-up across Xbox, PC, and PlayStation in order to take on this massive upcoming update
Helldivers 2 is launching on Xbox, and players will have to rally together to fight back in the Into the Unjust update this September.
Windows 10 is clinging to life — but Microsoft's chaotic 'ESU' rollout and relentless Windows 11 ads are making its final days worse, frustrating millions
Microsoft recently indicated that the 'Enroll Now' button, which allows users to sign up for the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, will appear for Windows 10 users before the operating system's cutoff.
One of Intel's best gaming CPUs drops to $149 with free Battlefield 6 — Here's why it's a steal
Intel’s Core i5-14600K is now just $149, and it comes with Battlefield 6 and a creator bundle worth $195. This might be the best CPU deal of the year.
The Outer Worlds 2 feels like a classic "bigger, bolder, better" sequel, but Xbox only let me scratch the surface
Xbox Game Studios and Obsidian Entertainment invited me to preview The Outer Worlds 2, and I'm even more excited to play this sci-fi RPG at launch now.
Windows 11's Handoff clone is almost here — Pick up where you left off on your Android phone
Windows 11’s upcoming Cross Device Resume lets you pick up apps from your Android phone on your PC, bringing Microsoft closer to Apple’s seamless ecosystem.
Microsoft's latest AI project can generate a 90-minute podcast in English or Mandarin from nothing but text — and anyone can try it out
Microsoft's road to total AI domination continues with an interesting looking open-source project called VibeVoice. This text-to-speech model can generate conversational audio with multiple speakers, even generate a podcast.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney says Unreal Engine 5’s performance problems aren’t about the engine — they’re about when developers choose to optimize
Epic CEO Tim Sweeney explains why Unreal Engine 5 games often struggle with stuttering and poor performance, pointing to late optimization and the need for developers to rethink their workflows.
'There Are No Ghosts At The Grand' looks glorious — I'm more excited than ever for this upcoming Xbox Game Pass release
During Gamescom 2025, I had the chance to see more of Friday Sundae's There Are No Ghosts at the Grand, coming to Xbox, Game Pass, and PC in 2026.
Geekom's A9 Max mini PC is so good that I want to turn off my desktop gaming rig — and it's not bad at AI, either
The Geekom A9 Max mini PC is at the pricier end of the spectrum, but when it's an easy replacement for a desktop PC, even for gaming, it makes so much sense.
Laffgaff
The Battle of Bosworth Field took place during which English war?
The Wars of the Roses.
Leather Rating
Leather is rated based on its texture. Cows with abundant water sources have softer hides, rated A. But hides from cows living in hot, dry climates are D hide rated.
Itsfoss
Installing Fedora Linux in the Simplest Possible Way
Put the Fedora on your computer.