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Lisbon in shock after funicular crash leaves 15 dead
Portugal declares a day of mourning after the 140-year-old Gloria funicular derails and kills 15 people, including foreign nationals.
'My son's constipation wasn't taken seriously until he reached crisis point'
The number of children being admitted to hospital with constipation is at a 10-year high.
It's 4,000 miles from Ukraine - but even this Asian city is part of Russia's war
In Vladivostok, a city on China's and North Korea's border, Russia's war on Ukraine looms large.
Martha's rule expanded across England after hundreds of lives saved
Hundreds of patients have been helped by rule which makes it easier to get an urgent second opinion
What we know about Rayner's tax admission - and the unanswered questions
The deputy PM has admitted underpaying stamp duty on her £800,000 flat in Hove, East Sussex.
'Systemic failure': Botched insulation fitted in 30,000 homes
The government has documented the number of homes blighted by sub-standard work for the first time.
Big Ben tower, home extension and science lab up for prestigious architecture award
The restoration of London's famous Elizabeth Tower is nominated for the prestigious Stirling Prize.
UK and allies ready to back Ukraine before and after peace deal
The UK and other allies hope to obtain clear US backing for their efforts to shore up Ukraine's defences.
Union group urges Reeves to consider wealth taxes
TUC boss Paul Nowak says the chancellor should not take "anything off the table" ahead of November Budget.
Faisal Islam: Reeves has a bumpy road up to the Budget
The chancellor hits back at speculation over tax rises, but will need to find the money from somewhere.
Don't say sorry - the six things you should do if you're in a car accident
I've attended many car accidents for work, but being directly involved in one gave me a different perspective.
Migrant crisis: How Europe went from Merkel's 'We can do it' ten years ago to pulling up the drawbridge
A number of European governments are proposing restrictive measures on migrants in response to public concern
What we know about fatal Lisbon funicular derailment
At least 15 people have been killed and 20 more injured after a carriage on the Gloria funicular derailed and crashed.
How this Afghan family ended up held by ICE in bureaucratic limbo
Three migrants - a man who worked for the US in Afghanistan and his son and daughter - hope to be reunited with family in Canada.
Rayner 'clings on' as she 'fights for political survival'
Angela Rayner's admission that she underpaid stamp duty on her flat in Hove dominates Thursday's papers.
Henry Zeffman: Rayner's political future under threat after stamp duty admission
The deputy prime minister has referred herself for an ethics probe by the PM's adviser.
Was US strike on 'Venezuela drug boat' legal and what do we know?
Experts suggest the strike - which killed 11 alleged cartel members - may be illegal under international law.
What new weapons on show at huge parade say about China's military strength
Beijing has unveiled a range of military hardware in a show of might to Western powers.
Israel intensifies Gaza City attacks as UN warns of 'horrific' consequences for displaced families
Strikes reportedly kill 31 people in the city, home to a million people and where a famine was declared last month.
American Eagle shares soar as Sydney Sweeney ads seen driving sales
The US actress was part of the company's controversial "Great Jeans" campaign which drew a backlash.
Hot mic catches Xi and Putin discussing organ transplants and immortality
The Chinese and Russian leaders have been in power for 13 and 25 years respectively, with neither expressing any intention of stepping down.
Trump appeals to US Supreme Court to rule on legality of tariffs
The move is in response to a lower court ruling that some tariffs did not fall within the president's mandate.
Six charged with terrorism offences over support for Palestine Action
The group allegedly organised meetings over Zoom and planned demonstrations in support of Palestine Action
UAE warns Israel that annexing West Bank would cross 'red line'
The warning came after a far-right Israeli minister unveiled a proposal for the annexation of four-fifths of the occupied territory.
PM refuses to say if he will sack Rayner if she broke rules
The PM's standards adviser is investigating if Rayner breached the ministerial code after underpaying stamp duty.
Giorgio Armani, legendary Italian designer, dies aged 91
The fashion designer was the archetype of Italian style and elegance, reimagining men's and women's suits.
Surgeon jailed after amputation of own legs
Neil Hopper claimed that injuries to his legs were the result of sepsis and not self-inflicted.
Starmer considering digital ID scheme to tackle illegal migration
The prime minister says the proposal could play an important part in tackling illegal working in the UK.
William and Kate visit museum in first engagement since summer break
The Prince and Princess of Wales have visited the Natural History Museum in London on their first official engagement since their summer break.
Man denies deliberately driving into crowd at Liverpool parade
Paul Doyle, 53, denies 31 charges including causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
'Erotic' Wuthering Heights revealed in film's first trailer
The trailer shows the characters engaged in longing stares, with sexualised imagery throughout.
Thousands of Lloyds staff deemed to be underperforming face axe
Lloyds Banking Group's policy puts 3,000 jobs at risk, with staff to be told they must improve their work or lose their job.
'It collapsed like a cardboard box': Witnesses describe fatal Lisbon crash
At least 16 people were killed and 20 more injured, some critically, Portuguese authorities say.
Who are the victims?
A transport worker is among those killed, while a three-year-old German boy is reported to have escaped with minor injuries.
Watch: BBC correspondent at scene of Lisbon funicular crash
Local media reports suggest a cable came loose along the railway's route, causing it to lose control - a national day of mourning is being observed
How style guru Giorgio Armani revolutionised fashion
He worked his way up from a Milan department store to a global empire that changed the way we dress.
What happened, when? The key dates leading to Angela Rayner's tax admission
The deputy prime minister continues to face questions after admitting she underpaid tax on a £800,000 flat.
Fashion college campus, home extension and Big Ben tower up for architecture award
The restoration of London's famous Elizabeth Tower is nominated for the prestigious Stirling Prize.
Don't say sorry and other key things I learnt from my terrifying car accident
I've attended many car accidents for work, but being directly involved in one gave me a different perspective.
Organ transplants for immortality: Might Xi and Putin be onto something?
The presidents of China and Russia were overheard discussing transplants as a way to prolong life.
My toddler's constipation wasn't taken seriously until he reached crisis point
The number of children being admitted to hospital with constipation is at a 10-year high.
Head of UK's Turing AI Institute resigns after funding threat
Dr Jean Innes is stepping down after the government told the charity to focus on defence research.
Film about Gaza child's killing gets record ovation at Venice
The Voice of Hind Rajab re-enacts the killing of a Palestinian girl whose car was fired on by Israeli forces.
Swinney sets out latest plan for an independence referendum
The first minister says a majority of SNP MSPs at Holyrood should be the trigger for a new vote.
Graham Linehan 'relentlessly' harassed trans activist, court told
The Father Ted creator is on trial at Westminster Magistrates' Court days after a separate arrest at Heathrow.
Jellyfish disrupt French nuclear power plant for second time in a month
One of France's largest nuclear power stations partially shut down after the jellyfish blocked cooling filters.
Grandfather accidentally takes home wrong child from Sydney daycare
The man returned with the one-year-old as soon as he realised the mistake, and an investigation into the centre's safety protocols has been opened.
World's largest sports piracy site shut down by police
The take-down of the site has been championed as a major victory for live sports broadcasters.
Bournemouth Echo
'We really need help' - Urgent plea for volunteers for Christmas Parade
A HISTORICAL Christmas parade that has been running for more than half a century is at risk of not taking place this year unless more volunteers and support come forward.
Parish council has 'no plans to sell allotments' after concerns raised
Highcliffe and Walkford Parish Council (HWPC) has said they have no plans to sell allotments.
6 pets at RSPCA Dorset who are on the lookout for loving new homes
A number of pets at Dorset RSPCA branches in Ashley Heath and Dorchester are looking to find loving new homes.
Bournemouth pub applies to make changes to its licence
A pub in Bournemouth has submitted a full variation to the current premise licence
‘Ultra Low Emission Zone in BCP could pay for a monorail’
IS IT not time – long past time – that the BCP area was graced with its very own Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)?
'We need another bank holiday to celebrate our country'
I would like to make the following suggestion to any government (current or future) or even a private members bill by any MP willing to roll up their sleeve over engaging in meaningless debates.
Sir Christopher Chope debate on Covid vaccine damage payment
Sir Christopher Chope, MP for Christchurch, chaired a debate about vaccine damage payment.
Penalty notices issued to vehicles blocking pavements
Officers on foot patrol in Ringwood issued several penalty tickets to vehicles blocking pavements.
BCP below required percentage of children receiving vaccines
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) is above the national average for vaccinating children.
Police issue fixed penalty notices to pavement-blocking vehicles
Fordingbridge police issue £30 fines for pavement parking and untaxed or no MOT vehicles, targeting hazards to disabled pedestrians and urging road safety.
Eco-friendly event to return to shopping centre this weekend
The business invites customers to make a custom trolley token from three plastic bottle tops in a workshop.
Poole firm's five award nominations for excellence and innovation
GoodOaks Homecare named finalist in five categories at Leaders in Care Awards 2025, recognising excellence and innovation in UK home care sector.
Grand Slam Finals to be held on Bournemouth Beach this weekend
Bournemouth Grand Slam Finals 2025 returns this weekend by Bournemouth Pier, featuring top UK beach volleyball stars. Free entry. Sponsored by MSP Capital.
Expansion of childcare hailed as 'game-changer' by MP
Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes welcomes 30 hours' funded childcare expansion, saving parents up to £7,500 yearly. Over 500,000 children to benefit UK-wide.
Bournemouth care home achieves good rating after inspection
Great Oaks Care Home in Bournemouth rated "good" by CQC in all areas, praised for person-centred care, compassion, and strong leadership under Michelle Balsdon.
Children's playroom opened at domestic abuse refuge
A new children’s playroom has opened at Poole Refuge, run by BCHA and funded by Bright Horizons, offering support for families fleeing domestic abuse.
Photo exhibition to tour Dorset celebrating coastal champions
Coastal Life Stories exhibition celebrates Dorset’s coastal champions with photos and stories. Touring Dorset coast venues September–November. Free entry.
New apprenticeship hub launched in the New Forest
New Forest apprenticeship hub launched by council and business partnership to boost local skills, training, and jobs, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Charity launches month-long sustainability campaign
"We’d love it if Sustainable September helped spark conversations and encouraged sustainability in everyday life.
Bournemouth festival shortlisted for Dorset Tourism Awards
Bournemouth Writing Festival shortlisted for 2025 Dorset Tourism Awards, recognising its cultural impact. Winners announced 16 October in Weymouth.
Residents in South West urged to check chimneys for nests
BPCA urges South West UK residents to check chimneys for jackdaw nests before autumn. Protect homes from fire risk—seek licensed pest control advice.
Bournemouth's first politics summer school held at university
More than 50 students joined Bournemouth’s first politics summer school, organised by Jessica Toale MP at Bournemouth University, inspiring youth in political engagement.
Sixty-six finalists announced for Dorset Tourism Awards
The awards cover a wide range of categories including cafés, tearooms, pubs, events, festivals, and restaurants.
Popular summer fair attracts more than 5,000 visitors
Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties donates £650 to Canford Summer Fair 2025, supporting local community, family activities, and Canford Vale development.
Roadworks to start next week in town with warning for visitors
Dorset Council thanked residents for their cooperation and understanding.
Six locomotives to visit Swanage Railway for huge event
The public can also ride in the brake van of a demonstration 1950s freight train, with tickets available from the Swanage Railway website.
Fire service needs new recruits after major incidents
Wareham Fire Station is recruiting on-call firefighters. Join Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service—paid roles, flexible hours, community service. Apply now.
Aldi introduces InPost Lockers to six Dorset stores
Aldi expands InPost Lockers to six Dorset stores, including Boscombe and Poole, enabling convenient parcel collection and returns for UK shoppers.
Restaurant submits application to serve alcohol
A restaurant has submitted a licencing application to serve alcohol.
Poole storage business renews cyber protection certification
It renewed its Cyber Essentials certification through a partnership with cyber-security company C3IA.
Rare race machines and vibrant motorcycle history at British Bike Day
Sammy Miller Museum’s British Bike Day 2024 showcased rare Triumph and BSA motorcycles, classic race bikes, and local motorcycling history in Hampshire.
Group celebrates 110th birthday with creative twist
Christchurch Central WI celebrates the Women's Institute's 110th anniversary with cake and bubbles. New members welcome. Monthly meetings at Druitt Hall.
Changes to land and homes among latest planning applications
CHANGES to homes and land across Swanage, Bere Regis, West Lulworth, Wareham and Stoborough are being proposed in the most recent planning applications for the area.
Couple to bring Christmas running event to Southbourne
A couple who started their own running event company have created a Christmas run.
New taxi service is expanding to BCP this month
A SOUTHAMPTON taxi firm is expanding its services into Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole later this month.
Man who 'always helped people' found dead in bathroom, inquest hears
Mark Anthony Richard King died on March 3, 2025 in Bournemouth, and an inquest into his death was held on September 3, led by coroner Richard Middleton at Bournemouth town hall.
'It would be a disaster to lose this park': Parents voice opinions on future of park
Parents and residents have voiced their opinions and feelings as the future of Harewood Toddler's park is to be determined.
Former barge asylum seeker sentenced for sexual assault
A former resident of the Bibby Stockholm barge has received an 18-month community order for sexually assaulting a teenage girl on a beach
Meeting abandoned - because not enough councillors returned after lunch
A DORSET council planning meeting had to be abandoned on Wednesday - after councillors stopped for lunch and not enough came back.
LIVE: Trial continues into man accused of attempted murder
THE TRIAL continues into a man accused of attempted murder following a stabbing in Bournemouth town centre.
Injured deer put down by police in Dorset road
A road was closed after an incident involving an injured deer earlier this morning
Driver who denied breaking speed limit by 30mph slapped with hefty £1k fine
An Audi driver from Ringwood who denied speeding has been fined £1,000 after he was found guilty at Weymouth Magistrates' Court
The Met Office forecast for the BCP area for the coming week
Met Office Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole weather: sunshine, showers and temperatures up to 20C expected 5–10 Sept. Rain likely Sunday and midweek.
REVIEW: Tom Grennan, BIC, Bournemouth
Tom Grennan rolled into Bournemouth on a very wet Wednesday night on the first of his 11 date UK and Ireland arena tour, and was rewarded with a totally sold out BIC.
Emergency services called to rescue person in water at Bournemouth Pier
On September 3, Poole Coastguard team, Dorset Police and the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust were tasked by the joint rescue coordination centre to assist with an incident at Bournemouth Pier East.
Part of A35 to close for almost four weeks
A section of the A35 is set to close for essential works
New Forest wheelie bin plans roll on despite calls to pause
Council leaders look set to press ahead with the next phase of rolling out wheelie bins and food waste caddies in the New Forest despite calls to pause the programme.
Budget airline rolls out bigger carry-on bag sizes at all 235 airports
Ryanair, has confirmed that it has completed the rollout of its bigger carry-on bag sizers at its 235 airports across Europe. From September 4, all Ryanair passengers can now bring a bigger, free personal bag (40 x 30 x 20cm), which is 33 per cent bigger than the EU standard free carry-on bag (40 x 30 x 15 cm).
Russell-Cotes Museum exhibit on Jewish Heritage postponed until next year
A museum in Bournemouth has postponed an exhibition on Jewish Heritage.
Accused was spat at and abused before stabbing in self-defence, court hears
A MAN accused of attempted murder was spat at and abused before stabbing a man in self-defence, a court has heard.
Man charged with attempted arson in Lymington
A man in his 40s has been charged with attempted arson following an incident at an address in Lymington.
Police help round up ponies in the New Forest
Hampshire Police helped round up ponies in the New Forest.
REVEALED:The most commonly stolen car makes in Dorset - is yours on the list?
The force has said that the performance analysis department has said the data may contain duplicates, where multiple postcodes appear in the occurrence. However, data regarding the number of recorded vehicle thefts is accurate,
UK households warned over 'extremely hard to get rid of' fruit flies
Fruit flies can be really annoying during the summer months, often showing up in the kitchen and becoming extremely difficult to get rid of.
How to get rid of silverfish in your house as experts issue peak season warning
Silverfish are most commonly found in high-moisture environments such as bathrooms and basements.
Autistic people at significantly higher risk of suicide, study finds
Autistic people in the UK face higher suicide risk, Cambridge and Bournemouth study finds. Loneliness, lack of support and delayed diagnosis are key factors.
Objects 'fired' at Poole property smash windows
Multiple windows were damaged in a recent crime update for Poole areas.
Charity appeal at Bournemouth hospital reaches milestone
More than £750,000 raised for Royal Bournemouth Hospital’s BEACH appeal as University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity reaches halfway to £1.5m target for new equipment.
Government
Vehicle Registration Marks (Misuse and Offences) Bill
A Bill to make provision about offences relating to the misuse and illegal copying of vehicle registration marks; to require the Secretary of State to introduce measures to reduce incidences of such misuse and illegal copying; to make provision about support for victims of any such offences; and for connected purposes.
Methanol Poisoning (Travel Advice) Bill
A Bill to require travel advice issued by the Secretary of State and other persons to include guidance about the risks of methanol poisoning; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
OFFICIAL RACE PROGRAMME - 2025 Italian Grand Prix
Check out the digital race programme for this weekend's Formula 1 Pirelli Gran Premio d'Italia 2025 in Monza.
Norris insists he has ‘forgotten Zandvoort already’
Lando Norris has insisted that he has already forgotten about the difficult end to his race last weekend in Zandvoort, with the Briton adamant that he will not change his approach to the title battle despite having lost ground to McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri.
Verstappen hopes Red Bull can avoid ‘very tough’ Monza repeat
Max Verstappen has played down his and Red Bull’s return to the podium at last weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix, saying the team “need to stay realistic” as the F1 paddock rolls on to Monza.
FIA Thursday press conference – Italy
The drivers face the press ahead of the 2025 Italian Grand Prix from the Autodromo Nazionale Monza.
Williams submit ‘Right of Review’ request over Sainz penalty
Williams have submitted a ‘Right of Review’ request over the penalty handed out to Carlos Sainz for a clash with Racing Bulls rival Liam Lawson during the Dutch Grand Prix.
Antonelli explains how he will approach Monza differently to Imola
Kimi Antonelli has outlined the difference in approach that he is taking for this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix in comparison to his previous home event earlier in the year at Imola, with the Mercedes driver admitting that he feels “much more prepared” this time around.
All the best run and cycle routes in Monza
Explore Monza on foot or by bike during the Italian Grand Prix. Find running and cycling routes for all abilities, from shady park escapes to longer rides to nearby towns, with tips for fans visiting over the race weekend from 5–7 September.
What’s on at the 2025 Italian Grand Prix
Discover the full 2025 Italian Grand Prix experience at Monza. Explore the race schedule, Monza Village activities, live music, food stalls, VIP experiences, and Fan Zone events from 5 - 7 September.
Hamilton evaluates chances of Monza podium for Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton is embracing the “good energy” from Ferrari’s passionate fans as he aims to give them something to cheer about at the Italian Grand Prix – despite heading into it with a grid penalty.
Hadjar reveals emotional first thoughts after Zandvoort podium
Isack Hadjar has explained how he instantly thought of “all the struggles and all the pain” across his motorsport career to date when he crossed the line to claim his first-ever F1 podium finish at the Dutch Grand Prix.
Windows Central
007 First Light gets a release date — I'm loving this approach to bringing James Bond into video games
Developer IO Interactive shared more about its upcoming spy thriller game, 007 First Light, as well as revealing the game is launching on March 27, 2026.
My favorite The Elder Scrolls RPG is getting ported to Elden Ring thanks to a crazy new mod — yes, you read that right, and it's already halfway done
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind is getting ported to Elden Ring thanks to an incredibly ambitious new mod, and it's farther along than you might think.
New Xbox controllers bring "Breaker" special edition designs — and all three are launching later in September
Three new Xbox controllers are on the way, with the Breaker Special Edition lineup available for preorder right now.
World of Warcraft's new Player Housing system might be its most important new feature in over a decade — and not for reasons you might think
At Gamescom 2025, I tried out World of Warcraft's exciting new Player Housing feature. This is why I think it could end up being the maturing MMO's most important feature in years.
Understanding Microsoft’s $6B savings package for federal agencies: what it means
Microsoft has struck a $6B cloud savings deal with the U.S. government, cutting costs on Office, Azure, Dynamics, and cybersecurity tools, while offering a free year of Copilot AI to federal workers.
Intel admits it ‘fumbled the football’ with Arrow Lake CPUs — but can Nova Lake really fix the damage?
Intel CFO David Zinsner admitted Arrow Lake CPUs fell short in pricing and performance, but says Nova Lake will bring a stronger high-end desktop lineup to challenge AMD.
Prepare for World of Warcraft: Midnight with one of the best-ever MMO gaming mice from Razer — discounted for a limited time
Amazon and its rivals have a temporary deal for Razer's Naga V2 HyperSpeed, one of the best MMO mice for titles like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy XIV.
Windows 11 still won’t auto-switch between light and dark mode — but Microsoft's PowerToys will next month
Windows 11 still lacks dark mode scheduling, but PowerToys will soon handle switching between modes automatically at set times.
Borderlands 4 seems to recapture the series' signature chaotic charm — a welcome return to its roots
If this preview is similar to the rest of the game, it's time for all the veteran Borderlands players to rejoice.
MAINGEAR's new Super 16 gaming laptop is a portable RTX 50 Series beast — with a killer feature that some rivals are missing
MAINGEAR’s Super 16 delivers RTX 5070 Ti power, a sharp 300Hz screen, and advanced Wi-Fi 7 networking for smooth, portable gaming
Microsoft engineer revives Windows Mixed Reality headsets with native SteamVR support on Windows 11 24H2
The "Oasis" driver is a deep reverse engineering effort to revive Windows Mixed Reality headsets for use on Windows 11 version 24H2 and above. And you can download it now!
Marvel Rivals unveils season 4 details: Daredevil lands, but I have concerns over PS4 release
Marvel Rivals Season 4 has a release date of Sept. 12, and it's bringing Angela, Daredevil, and new features alongside a PlayStation 4 version of the game.
This third-party app bypasses Windows 11’s upgrade barriers and bloatware — as Windows 10's death looms for millions
Flyoobe allows Windows 10 to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware, and it just got a major update with better improvements, including a smarter bloatware remover.
HP and Dell predict shift to Windows 11 may extend into 2026 amid Windows 10 cutoff
HP and Dell recently reported that up to 50% of PCs still run Windows 10, suggesting a shift to Windows 11 will be more gradual and likely extend into 2026.
Laffgaff
Which national soccer team play their home games at Windsor Park?
Northern Ireland.
Werewolf Visions
A guy goes to the doctor and says, "I keep seeing a werewolf, with big sharp teeth." The doctor says, "Have you seen a psychiatrist?" The guy says, "No, just a werewolf."
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #25.36: Ubuntu 25.10 Features, Top Command, Firefox Survives, Sudo Tips and More
Close shave for our beloved Mozilla Firefox.