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Government warns students to leave UK after visas end
The Home Office is proactively contacting students to warn them of the consequences of overstaying a visa for the first time.
Body seen in secret mortuary could solve 50-year mystery of vanished religious leader
Compelling evidence to suggest Lebanese Shia leader Musa al-Sadr was killed in Libya is uncovered by BBC.
At least 1,000 killed in Sudan landslide, rebel group says
The landslide on Sunday happened after heavy rain and "levelled" a remote mountainous village, the group says.
Justice secretary to get power to veto sentencing guidance
Shabana Mahmood has introduced a requirement for any new rules to be approved by her.
Northern Lights potentially visible across much of the UK
The Met Office says those with clear and dark skies could be get "a rare and memorable display".
Russia's Putin hails 'unprecedented' ties with China as talks begin
The Russian leader hailed relations between both countries saying they were on an "unprecedented level".
Dwayne Johnson: I was pigeon-holed as box office star
The Hollywood star plays UFC fighter Mark Kerr in his latest film The Smashing Machine.
Dances With Wolves star Graham Greene dies aged 73
The legendary Canadian actor was also known for his roles in The Green Mile and Maverick.
Gaza flotilla with Greta Thunberg on board departs Barcelona
Around 20 boats have left the port of Barcelona with Greta Thunberg and aid supplies on board.
Tom Odell on the lesson he learnt from Billie Eilish and Finneas
Tom Odell talks touring with Billie Eilish and the "anguish" behind his new album, A Wonderful Life.
Scotland's drug deaths expected to remain worst in Europe
The number of drug deaths is expected to have dropped slightly, but experts warn that any fall will most likely be a blip.
'No 10 shake-up' and Labour's 'asylum crackdown'
Sir Keir Starmer's shake-up of his No 10 team as Parliament returns from recess dominates Tuesday's papers.
'Parliament building inaccessible to me,' MP says
Marie Tidball MP was born with a congenital disability and wants Parliament to be more accessible.
Starmer shakes up No 10 team - but what is he hoping to achieve?
The PM's revamp aims to build clearer structures and bolster economic expertise ahead of the Budget.
'Covered in dust and too shocked to speak': Afghan villagers reel at scale of quake's devastation
Cut off by rock falls in the mountains, locals who survived the tremors help pull injured and dead from the rubble.
Watch: BBC analyses the warmth and hand-holding at Xi, Modi and Putin's summit
The Chinese, Indian and Russian leaders were among those attending a regional security summit in China over the weekend.
Israel committing genocide in Gaza, world's leading experts say
The world's leading association of genocide scholars cited several actions by Israel, including attacks on the healthcare sector and the killing of children.
UK suspends refugee family reunion applications
Yvette Cooper outlines her plans as MPs return to Parliament after a summer of protests at asylum hotels.
Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee
The food giant says Laurent Freixe had an "undisclosed" relationship with "a direct subordinate".
Scandal-hit ex-MP dies suddenly in London flat at 59
David Warburton was an MP from 2015 to 2023 – he resigned after admitting taking cocaine.
North Korea's Kim arrives in Beijing with daughter to attend massive military parade
The "Victory Day" parade on Wednesday will see Kim rub shoulders with China's Xi Jinping, Russia's Vladimir Putin and others.
UK borrowing costs hit 27-year high adding to pressure on Reeves
The interest rate on UK 30-year bonds hits the highest since 1998 as concerns over the economic outlook continue.
What's causing the UK's long-term borrowing costs to rise?
The cost of government borrowing has risen again - what does it mean for the public finances and upcoming Budget?
Ex-actor Zack Polanski's unusual path to become Green Party's new leader
Zack Polanski has stormed to victory on a platform promising bold communication and "eco-populism".
Killer jailed for 45 years for prison officer 'execution'
Armed robber Elias Morgan waited four years to take revenge on father-of-three Lenny Scott.
Chloe Malle to become top editor at American Vogue
The 39-year-old's appointment marks a new era for one of the most influential and glamorous fashion publications.
How real is Love Is Blind? Behind the pods, edits and drama
Thirty hopefuls entered the pods, five couples got engaged, three were married but only one remains together.
British teen accused of drug smuggling told 'substantial' sum could free her from jail
Bella Culley could face up to 20 years in jail or life imprisonment if convicted.
Jaguar Land Rover production severely hit by cyber-attack
Staff were sent home and the company shut down its IT systems in an effort to minimise the damage done.
Sainsbury's to trial facial recognition to catch shoplifters
Sainsbury's says the technology is part of efforts to identify shoplifters to curb retail crime.
Trump's use of National Guard in Los Angeles was illegal, judge rules
The ruling comes as Trump seeks to use National Guard troops in order to crack down on crime in other US cities.
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan arrested at Heathrow over his X posts
Graham Linehan was arrested on suspicion of inciting violence and bailed pending further investigation.
Body seen in secret mortuary could solve 50-year mystery of vanished religious leader
Compelling evidence to suggest Lebanese Shia leader Musa al-Sadr was killed in Libya is uncovered by BBC.
How oil has brought Russia, China and India closer
Russia's Vladimir Putin met China's and India's leaders in Tianjin in a show of solidarity.
My rent's gone up by almost 20% - and my landlord wants to evict me
Glasgow tenant Elle Glenny says the impact of a rent increase has been catastrophic.
The Office spin-off turns comic spotlight on hapless newsroom
The deadpan US mockumentary follows a struggling Midwestern newspaper, the Toledo Truth-Teller.
The figures behind Scotland's drug death toll
As the number of fatal overdoses fall, we look at the figures and the efforts to tackle Scotland's drug problem.
Strong aftershock hits Afghanistan after quake kills more than 1,400
Many remain trapped under rubble as rescuers use helicopters in remote areas hit by recent landslides.
Sting sued by ex-Police bandmates over royalties
Two of his former bandmates say they are owed £1.5m backdated payments, court documents show.
UK could see second night of dazzling Northern Lights
The lights put on a strong display on Monday and could continue into Tuesday night.
International students warned they will be removed from UK if they overstay visas
The Home Office is proactively contacting foreign students to warn them of the consequences of overstaying a visa for the first time.
Police officers win payout over Tallia Storm picture
An employment tribunal found Police Scotland directly discriminated against the pair who had their firearms removed.
TfL sorry as passengers trapped on Tube for hours
A faulty Jubilee line train became stuck between Westminster and Waterloo stations on Monday night.
Bulger killer Jon Venables set for parole review
Jon Venables, who was 10 when he killed James Bulger in 1993, last sought parole in December 2023.
Bournemouth Echo
‘I warned her she’d be dead’: Woman left in fear after ex-partner threatened to kill
A WOMAN was left in constant fear after her ex-partner threatened to kill her, a court heard.
Hotel bosses launch campaign to challenge 'skewed' media coverage
Hoteliers across East Dorset are uniting to challenge recent negative headlines about the region and to shine a spotlight on the strengths that make the area a special place to visit.
Vegan festival with 60 stalls set to take place in Bournemouth
Discover Bournemouth Vegan Festival 2025 at Citygate Centre. Enjoy 60+ stalls, vegan food, workshops, talks and charity stalls.
Fire safety warning issued to Dorset and Wiltshire residents
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue urge homeowners to sweep chimneys before winter. Support Chimney Fire Safety Week to prevent house fires and stay safe.
New technology to combat cable theft in Christchurch
InstaVolt rolls out CableGuard security tech in Christchurch to tackle EV charging cable theft, protect UK EV infrastructure, and boost driver reliability.
Bournemouth West MP joins walk to celebrate village's heritage
"The Talbot sisters' vision for the area remains inspiring even today.
Red squirrels 'unaffected' by climate change, study reveals
This highlights the importance of continued conservation efforts for the species.
Shrapnel found inside infamous WWII tank at Tank Museum
Shrapnel discovered inside The Tank Museum’s Tiger 131, the only running WWII Tiger I tank, highlights its historic 1943 capture by British forces in Tunisia.
Midwife travels to Ukraine to help new mums and babies
UK midwife Wendy Warrington visits Lymington charity New Forest for Ukraine, highlighting NHS-led aid, baby supplies and maternity support for Ukrainian mothers.
Bournemouth post office to relocate to new premises
Boscombe Post Office is relocating from Royal Arcade to 29-31 Sea Road on 31 October 2024, offering the same services and hours at a refurbished site.
Long-running rock 'n' roll show coming to Bournemouth
That’ll Be The Day, the UK’s top touring rock 'n' roll show, comes to Bournemouth Pavilion in Sept with classic hits, comedy, and charity fundraising.
More than 1,000 people attend free community event
Over 1,000 attended the Pirate Park Festival at Canford Cliffs, celebrating 100 years of the Land Society. Organised by Luxeflorae, with local business support.
Lush to hold its first ever 'factory freshness sale'
Lush hosts its first Factory Freshness Sale in Poole, Dorset, offering 60% off handmade cosmetics and more on 6–7 September. Free tickets via Eventbrite.
Archbishop Wake Primary School takes over Blandford nursery
Archbishop Wake CE Primary School to run Blandford Children's Centre Nursery from Sept 2025 under Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust, offering wraparound care.
Family business celebrating its 40th year of trading
Dorset Nursing Supplies marks 40 years supplying medical equipment to care homes, NHS, and the public across Dorset and Hampshire. Family-run since 1985.
Support for community carnival that raises thousands for charity
Ellis Jones Solicitors renews gold partnership with Ringwood Carnival 2025, supporting Hampshire charity event and local biodiversity with RACE collaboration.
New round of funding launched to help Dorset businesses
Dorset Council launches new UK Shared Prosperity Fund grants for local businesses. Apply from September for up to £40,000 to boost growth and productivity.
Care home celebrates second anniversary with cake and live music
Hyacinth House Care Home in Wimborne celebrated its 2nd anniversary with cake, live music and community spirit. Dementia and residential care by Barchester.
Solicitors named headline sponsor of business network
Frettens Solicitors named headline sponsor of Total Business Network Dorset, supporting 200+ local entrepreneurs and SMEs under Liz Hutchings’ leadership.
Thousands of streetlights to be replaced with dimmer versions
Dorset Council plans £6.5m upgrade of 18,500 streetlights to energy-efficient LEDs, aiming to cut carbon, reduce light pollution and protect wildlife and health.
Ferndown man fined after driving at 110mph on A338 Spur Road
Ferndown man fined £415 after driving BMW at 110mph on A338 Bournemouth. Court adds six penalty points; Dorset Police caught him with speed device.
Man stabbed nine times after protecting girlfriend from attacker, court heard
A MAN was stabbed nine times after protecting his girlfriend from an attacker, a court heard.
Council responds to anger over plans for 5,000 homes
DORSET council said they are committed to ensuring that any future development proposals are balanced against the need to protect and enhance Dorset’s unique landscapes after villagers slammed proposals to build thousands of homes on greenfield land.
Inquest into death of pilot adjourned prior to criminal proceedings
The inquest into the death of a pilot from Poole has been adjourned prior to criminal proceedings in Italy.
Murderer who slit inmate's throat dies in prison
A CONVICTED murderer who told a judge he would happily die in prison, has now died.
Protesters stage demonstration at against private jets
Protestors from Extinction Rebellion staged a protest outside Bournemouth Airport's XLR Private Jet Centre on Saturday to highlight the airport "serving the ultra-wealthy few".
Bournemouth woman a 'real honour' to appear on MasterChef UK
A BOURNEMOUTH woman appeared as a contestant on MasterChef said it was “a real honour” to represent her skills and love for cooking.
Man who spat at police officer given suspended prison sentence
Bournemouth man Callum Smith given suspended sentence for spitting at police, drink driving while disqualified, and possessing cocaine. Sentenced at Poole court.
Two cars and pub garden damaged by 'joyriders'
A pub suffered extensive damage after joyriders crashed through a fence into beer garden and carpark over the weekend.
Road blocked in Poole after three vehicle crash
Alder Road in Poole is closed in both directions due to an incident near McDonald’s .
RECAP: Property fire in Bournemouth Triangle with road closed
Emergency services are attending a fire in Bournemouth Triangle
Two fight for life following major crash
Two people are fighting for their lives following a crash on the A35
Three people injured in crash as road remains closed
THREE people have been taken to hospital after being cut free from their cars on the A35
Fatal blaze tragedy: Ex-firefighter 'ran towards flames to try and save neighbour'
Martyn Gleaden, 70, a former firefighter, was in his park home as the fire erupted on Bank Holiday Monday at the Lady Bailey Residential Park in Winterborne Whitechurch. Sadly his neighbour died in the fire.
Fundraiser launched in memory of 'the gentlest soul'
A fundraiser has been launched in memory of a 22-year-old who tragically lost his in a motorbike crash
Weather warning issued for BCP - here's when it will hit
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for heavy rain, strong winds, and flood risk in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole, and South West England today.
‘Magnificent’ bird of prey spotted swooping over river
A “magnificent” osprey was seen hunting for breakfast on the Beaulieu River in Hampshire
Man caught speeding 16mph above limit on 'worst' speeding road
A driver was caught speeding at 56mph in a 40mph zone in the New Forest this morning, as another had his car seized at an illegal driving hotspot.
Lake enhancement project in New Milton to be revealed by New Forest council
On September 9, improvements such as new accessible seating, footpaths, and access points will be revealed at the improved Ballard Lake.
Northern Lights visible over Dorset following powerful solar storm
The Northern Lights were visible across parts of the UK and Ireland overnight and may appear again on Tuesday following a powerful solar storm.
Plans approved to knock down AirBnB annexe for new house
Plans have been submitted to knock down an AirBnB annexe and build a new home behind a property in Lymington in the New Forest.
MP warns New Forest commoning is ‘under threat’ during park visit
She said: "It is so important to make sure the unique character and biodiversity of the New Forest is better understood.
Two people taken to hospital after three vehicle crash
TWO people were taken to hospital after three vehicle crash in Poole.
RingGo is now the only parking app accepted in BCP council-operated car parks
RingGo is now the only parking app accepted in BCP council-operated car parks.
Fire at The Triangle caused by tumble dryer
A COMMERCIAL property was on fire believed to be started accidentally due to tumble dryer in the Triangle, Bournemouth.
WATCH: Batman and Robin paint St George's flag on roundabout outside civic centre
A BCP Council spokesperson said: “At BCP Council we are responsible for maintaining safer roads and infrastructure. We will therefore remove anything that poses a safety risk to motorists or pedestrians.
'It was locally inspired' Wimborne author publishes debut ghost story
A Wimborne author is set to publish her debut ghost story, inspired by an unusual grave in the town’s churchyard.
Check your coins - The £1 King Charles coin mistakenly created by Royal Mint
People who have coins urged to check their spare change to see if they have one too.
Furious Martin Lewis issues urgent warning: 'You'll lose your money'
Martin Lewis has issued an urgent scam warning after fake adverts conned some of his followers.
Can you stop people parking outside your house if there are no yellow lines?
Here are the rules in the UK around people parking in front of your home if there are no yellow lines.
Man sentenced after nearly 2,000 abusive and sexually explicit calls to 999
Bowles was sentenced to a five year Criminal Behaviour Order preventing him from contacting emergency and non-emergency services and acting in an inappropriate sexualised manner.
HMRC is urging people to check if they are owed £2200 in new alert
HMRC is urging families of young adults to see if they are owed thousands, as £1.4bn belonging to 728,000 people is still sitting in Child Trust Funds
Crash involving car and motorbike near Bournemouth roundabout
A CRASH involving a car and a motorbike took place near a roundabout in Bournemouth.
Autumn warning of 'serious problems' for owners who walk dogs in fields
There's an urgent warning for dog owners as autumn brings with it dry grass seeds and foxtails, which can make September walks riskier.
Spider season is here: the 22 species you're likely to find in your home
See the 22 spiders that are commonly found in homes across the UK and when you might start to see more of them.
Government
Sentencing Bill
A Bill to Make provision about the sentencing, release and management after sentencing of offenders; to make provision about bail; to make provision about the removal from the United Kingdom of foreign criminals and the processing of information about foreign criminals for immigration purposes; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Alonso rues ‘unlucky race’ despite points finish for Aston Martin
Aston Martin had an up and down weekend in Zandvoort, at times looking set to be McLaren’s closest challengers but also enduring two separate car rebuilds. As a result, getting both cars home in the points can count as a success – even if one driver seemed happier than the other.
Listen to our Hungarian Grand Prix review
Zandvoort played host to an action-packed Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday, where Oscar Piastri took victory, McLaren team mate and title rival Lando Norris retired, and Racing Bulls rookie Isack Hadjar claimed a superb maiden podium finish.
Haas leave Zandvoort ‘satisfied’ after double-points finish
Ollie Bearman managed to recover from a pit lane start to finish an incredible sixth in the Dutch Grand Prix, giving Haas much to celebrate as they brought home a double points finish with Esteban Ocon crossing the line in 10th.
The best paddock fits from the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix weekend
From Thursday arrivals to Sunday’s race day walk-ins, discover the standout paddock looks of the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix weekend
Who impressed our judges at Zandvoort?
It was a dramatic weekend at Zandvoort, with Oscar Piastri winning, team mate Lando Norris retiring, Isack Hadjar scoring a maiden podium finish and Ferrari suffering a double DNF. So, who impressed our judges through it all? Check out the latest scores and overall leaderboard below...
Albon thrilled with P5 in Dutch GP after 'little bit of luck'
Alex Albon was left thrilled to come away with fifth-place in the Dutch Grand Prix having benefitted from incidents ahead and a stunning first lap.
Tsunoda reflects on ‘special’ points finish at Zandvoort
Yuki Tsunoda finally broke his points scoring duck in the Netherlands, finishing ninth despite mechanical woes as Red Bull got both cars home in the top 10 on a day that the Japanese racer called “special”.
Piastri reacts to Michael Schumacher comparison
Oscar Piastri believes he has a "long way to go" in order to be compared with Michael Schumacher following his victory in the Dutch Grand Prix.
Permane surprised by Hadjar's 'pretty comfortable' Dutch GP result
Racing Bulls Team Principal Alan Permane admits that running towards the front of the field during the Dutch Grand Prix "was actually pretty comfortable", as the team secured a podium finish.
Windows Central
Helldivers 2 split-screen co-op is “technically feasible,” says CEO — 8-player mode would be “cool but messy”
Helldivers 2’s CEO says split-screen co-op is “technically feasible” and even 8-player lobbies could be possible, as the game surges after its Xbox release and Halo crossover.
After a decade, CDKeys has a new name — and I hate it
CDKeys is officially rebranding as Loaded, but gamers have had a mixed response so far.
Intel just got $5.7B from the US government — but Trump could block foundry spinoff
The US now owns 9.9% of Intel and wants the chipmaker to retain control of its foundry business.
Microsoft partners with US government — AI rollout predicted to save over $3 billion
Microsoft’s $3.1B deal with the US government brings free Copilot, Azure discounts, and waived data fees to federal agencies for up to 36 months.
The Voyagers update transforms No Man's Sky with fully walkable, customizable ships — build it, crew it, and explore with friends
Voyagers transforms No Man’s Sky with buildable, walkable starships, new multiplayer features, and shared interiors. The update, powered by Light No Fire technology, has pushed player counts past 90,000 and cements the game’s remarkable comeback story.
Genshin Impact’s biggest update of the year for Xbox is almost here — everything you need to know about 6.0 Luna I
Genshin Impact 6.0 Luna I launches September 10 with Nod-Krai, new mechanics, characters, and free 5★ anniversary rewards.
Windows 11 finally fixes Bluetooth headset audio — no more muffled mono in game chat
Windows 11 now delivers super wideband stereo audio over Bluetooth, improving game chat, Teams calls, and voice apps with clearer, immersive sound.
Surface Pro 12th Gen: Everything we know so far about Microsoft's next flagship Windows 11 tablet 2-in-1
Microsoft's next flagship Surface Pro is in development. Here's everything we think we know, and what we want to see from the 12th generation Surface Pro.
"I need fewer heads": Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff says AI agents have replaced 4,000 support roles at the company — but remains deeply skeptical of AGI, which he likens to hypnosis
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff recently revealed that he scaled down the company's support staff from 9,000 to 5,000 due to productivity gains from AI agents.
This Windows-style Linux distro lets you enjoy a Windows 11 experience without Microsoft's red tape — as Windows 10 nears its end
Winux is a Linux operating system heavily inspired by Windows 11 and 10, from the Start menu to desktop icons — allowing users to maintain their workflow without Microsoft's bureaucracy.
Laffgaff
Skynet is a self-aware artificial intelligence in which movie franchise?
The Terminator franchise.
Envelope
My wife gave me an envelope with, "Not to be opened until 2027" on it. Inside was a list of reasons I cannot be trusted to follow simple instructions.