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Sir John Curtice: How Reform's capture of the Brexit vote could be enough to win an election
The party has now been ahead in the polls for five months, but can it keep the momentum?
Error leaves 55,000 diabetes patients needing new tests
Errors by diabetes analysis machines mean at least 55,000 people in England will need further hospital tests.
Trump to rebrand Pentagon as Department of War
The US president has sought to refocus the department on "warfighting" and a "warrior ethos".
David Bowie’s secret final project discovered locked in his study
Shortly before his death, the star wrote dozens of notes for a musical set in 18th Century London.
Ex-Tory minister Nadine Dorries defects to Reform UK
The ex-MP told the Daily Mail the Tory Party was dead and its members now "need to think the unthinkable".
A style guru who revolutionised fashion - Giorgio Armani dies aged 91
He worked his way up from a Milan department store to a global empire that changed the way we dress.
US prepared to 'blow up' foreign crime groups if needed, US secretary of state says
The secretary of state made the comments during a trip to Ecuador, where he announced new measures targeting criminal gangs.
Boy, 3, pulled from funicular crash that has shocked Portugal
It is unclear what caused the crash in which 16 people died and more than 20 were injured, including many foreign nationals.
Lawyer of British teenager held in Georgia jail criticises British embassy
Bella Culley is in prison in Georgia waiting to see if enough money can be raised for her release.
Third quake strikes Afghanistan as deaths rise
The most recent earthquake on Thursday night sent people rushing out of their homes in panic.
Weekly quiz: Which name topped the new list of storms?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
'My mother was my shelter and storm': Arundhati Roy on her fierce new memoir
Mother Mary comes to me is a raw, bruising, yet life-affirming portrait of Arundhati Roy's mother.
Melania Trump warns 'robots are here' in rare public outing
The first lady has taken a different - and selective - approach to her duties in the White House.
Rayner's 'judgement day' and 'Dorries joins Tories'
The fallout from Angela Rayner's stamp duty admission continues to dominate Friday's papers.
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.
Watch: UK online speech laws 'not a good thing', says Trump
The US president made the remarks during a dinner hosting prominent tech leaders at the White House.
Mark Zuckerberg - no, not that one - sues Facebook for account shutdowns
The Facebook founder's namesake in Indiana says he has lost business because his social accounts keep getting shut.
Government can challenge Palestine Action appeal
Hundreds of people have been arrested over alleged support for the group, which is banned under terror legislation.
Teen killed and seven injured in mass stabbing in Canada
Investigators said the 18-year-old killed was the sister of the suspect, who was known to police.
RFK Jr defends leadership as lawmakers grill him on vaccines
The health secretary clashed with lawmakers as they accused him of restricting Americans' access to vaccines.
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.
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.
Jaguar Land Rover staff to stay at home in cyber attack fallout
The company continues the complex work of restoring its systems after the cyber attack on the weekend.
Angela Rayner resigns after underpaying tax on Hove flat
Her departure comes after the PM's ethics adviser concludes that she breached ministerial rules.
Labour's working-class warrior who fell from power
Her against-the-odds story and personality gave her a special status in Labour and put a target on her back.
The letters written by Rayner, the PM and the ethics adviser - in full
Rayner says she "deeply regrets" her conduct over Hove property, while PM says he's "very sad".
Watch: Key moments from Rayner's political career
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has resigned after failing to pay enough tax on a flat in Hove.
Three British nationals among 16 killed in Lisbon crash
Authorities have confirmed three Brits are among 16 people who were killed in Wednesday's accident.
We must be ready for early election, Nigel Farage tells party
NIgel Farage announces he is setting up a department to prepare for government at the Reform conference.
Do Reform's economic plans add up?
The party has pledged to boost spending, but some have questioned how the party intends to pay for its plans.
Hamas releases video of two Israeli hostages held in Gaza
The video claims to show the hostages in Gaza City, where Israel has begun a planned military takeover.
The music-loving royal who became a teacher - Duchess of Kent dies at 92
The life of the Duchess of Kent, who stepped away from royal life and became a primary school teacher.
Israel destroys dozens of buildings in Gaza City as new offensive intensifies
The images come as the Israeli military says it has established control over 40% of Gaza City.
Linehan tells court trans activists made his life 'hell'
The Father Ted creator gives evidence after going on trial for alleged harassment and criminal damage.
Post Malone postpones London shows over Tube strikes
The US rapper and singer reschedules Sunday and Monday's concerts at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.
Troubled beauty chain Bodycare to close 32 stores
About 450 jobs will also go after the value chain said it was making losses as costs continue to rise.
Putin rejects Western security in Ukraine, warning troops would be target
The Russian leader's refusal comes after 26 countries pledged to deploy troops to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire.
London's Burning star John Alford guilty of sexually assaulting girls
The jury returns its verdict on the London's Burning actor.
'I feared I'd find her dead in bed' - teens harmed by spice-laced vapes
Parents speak of horrific experiences after their school-aged children bought the vape liquid via Snapchat.
Sir John Curtice: How Reform's capture of the Brexit vote could be enough to win an election
The party has now been ahead in the polls for five months, but can it keep the momentum?
All you need to know about next week's Tube strike
London Underground services are set to face disruption from Sunday to Thursday.
How to see Sunday's 'Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse
A total lunar eclipse will be visible from parts of the UK on Sunday evening, weather permitting.
Weekly quiz: Which name topped the new list of storms?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
David Bowie’s secret final project discovered locked in his study
Shortly before his death, the star wrote dozens of notes for a musical set in 18th Century London.
Google fined €2.95bn by EU for abusing advertising dominance
The Commission said competitors faced higher costs and reduced revenues as a result.
Tesla proposes $1tn award for Musk if he hits targets
The car firm boss's enormous pay package depends on him hitting sky-high targets.
Errors by machines leave 55,000 diabetes patients needing new tests
Errors by diabetes analysis machines mean at least 55,000 people in England will need further hospital tests.
Trump seeks to rebrand Department of Defense as Department of War
The US president has sought to refocus the department on "warfighting" and a "warrior ethos".
South Koreans detained in immigration raid at Hyundai electric vehicle site in US
Most of the 475 arrested were from South Korea, leading the country to call the raid an unjust infringement of people's rights.
Jaguar Land Rover staff to stay at home in cyber attack fallout
The company continues the complex work of restoring its systems after the cyber attack at the weekend.
Bournemouth Echo
Sea defences to be removed from Dorset beach to let nature take the lead
Sea defences to be removed from Dorset’s Middle Beach as National Trust lets nature take the lead
Men's group tackling loneliness and isolation submits plans for new centre
The charity encourages men to come together to practice enjoy making and mending, while socialising and building friendships, all in a “men’s shed”.
In The Dock: Man had crowbar in public place among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
'I class this as a miracle, I’m alive', Woman underwent major brain surgery
A Bournemouth woman who twice survived life-threatening strokes and underwent major brain surgery is hosting a charity ball to thank the medical teams who saved her life.
Poole's most famous musician: The rise of rock legend Greg Lake
Lake’s journey into music began in Poole at the age of 12 when he received a cheap Rosetti acoustic guitar for Christmas.
Solar farm plan sparks objections from residents
A proposed solar farm has sparked outrage from residents.
Lap dancing club in town centre wants to renew its licence
A lap dancing club has submitted an application to renew its licence.
Woman, 92, dies after sustaining open ankle fracture
An inquest was opened into her death on September 3 by coroner Richard Middleton at Bournemouth Town Hall.
Sex shop in Bournemouth applies to renew its licence
A sex shop in Bournemouth has submitted a renewal application to contine operating.
Church's neglected grounds transformed into thriving garden
The Ethical Kitchen Garden has transformed St Ambrose Church, Westbourne, into a thriving community garden. Join the launch BBQ, 28 Sept. Organic food, live music.
Special paddleboarding event to coincide with blood moon this weekend
A special paddleboarding event will take place this weekend.
Gravel extraction and sports club lease on agenda for parish council
Hurn Parish monthly council meeting agenda has been published.
Morebus to introduce 24-hour services on three routes
Morebus launches 24-hour bus services on M1, M2 & 5 routes from 15 September, backed by BCP Council and Bus Service Improvement Plan funding. Timetable updates.
Food and cocktail masterclass to take place on Dorset coast
Join the Aperitivo Food Styling Masterclass with chef James Golding at Rockwater Branksome, Dorset, on 24 September. Tickets £40. Book online now.
Mayor joins in with volunteer home library service
Royal Voluntary Service is always looking for more people to benefit from its service, whether as readers or volunteers.
Free talk at care home to help people 'prepare for winter'
Kings Park Care Home, Ferndown, hosts a free 'Preparing for Winter' talk in Sept with Age UK and Utilities Warehouse. Tips on funding, scams, and energy cap.
Shoppers urged to buy on eBay this month to help charities
Shop on eBay via easyfundraising this September to help UK charities win a share of the £5,000 Big Giveaway. Support local causes with every purchase.
South Western Ambulance Service to hold annual meeting
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust annual members meeting on 18 September in Tiverton. Open to members; includes CPR training and trust updates.
Bournemouth MP welcomes expansion of school nurseries
Labour MP Tom Hayes backs expansion of school-based nurseries in England, offering 4,000+ new places and £7,500 yearly childcare savings for families.
Award-winning ex-editor to speak at Wimborne event
Wimborne u3a autumn talks: award-winning journalist Ian Murray on UK press freedom, antiques expert Michael Roberts, and British pop music history.
Children in the south west gain independence earlier than average
Children in the South West gain independence earlier than UK average, with freedoms like staying home alone and social media access from age 13, study finds.
Sixth former makes cricket history as youngest to play for county
Bryanston pupil Alfie A I becomes youngest ever to play for Dorset men's cricket team, making county debut at 16. Dorset cricket, Bryanston School news.
Residents invited to attend event about £85 million water works
Bournemouth Water hosts info evening in Christchurch on £85m Knapp Mill upgrade. Learn about water treatment improvements, investment & community benefits.
South West's largest free festival reveals 2025 line-up
Arts by the Sea 2025 returns to Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole in Sept with Cirque Bijou, live music, dance, and free community arts events.
'Party atmosphere' as shoppers to award £5,000 to school
Poole shoppers can award a £5,000 grant to a local school at Tesco’s Golden Grants event, part of the Stronger Starts programme, this Saturday.
Dorset charity shops nominated for UK's Favourite award
Voting is now open for the UK's Favourite Charity Shop Awards 2025. Vote for top charity shops, organised by Charity Retail Association, until October.
Bournemouth comedy night to raise money for lifeguard training
Enjoy a charity comedy night in Bournemouth on 18 September supporting RNLI lifeguard training for beaches from Highcliffe to Swanage. Tickets on sale now.
Store to celebrate carnival with flash sale and in-store games
Páramo Ringwood marks the 2025 Carnival with a flash sale, in-store games, and prizes. Enjoy 15% off outdoor clothing on Christchurch Road, September.
Martha's Rule expands to all England's hospitals after girl, 13, dies
Martha's Rule, designed to enhance patient safety, is now operational in every acute hospital across England.
Residents invited to have their say on town's future
Swanage residents invited to shape the new neighbourhood plan, guiding local development, planning policy and boosting Community Infrastructure Levy funds.
MPs unite to save 'vital lifeline' bus routes across BCP
Bournemouth and Poole MPs urge BCP Council to halt bus cuts threatening key routes like the number 36, vital for elderly residents’ access to shops and healthcare.
Bournemouth Airport named one of UK's best airports
Bournemouth Airport named among UK’s top six airports in Which? survey, praised for customer service, efficient security, and setting new passenger records.
Bournemouth MP highlights financial pressures on universities
Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes urges action on university funding, access for disadvantaged students, and stronger links between UK universities and employers.
Jury may be sworn in for inquest into death of man in 20s
A jury may be sworn in for the inquest into the death of a man in his 20s who was found unresponsive at the beach.
Police investigation ongoing after death of man in San Diego
An inquest has opened into the death of a man in his 30s who was found unresponsive at his home in San Diego.
Wednesday-inspired sweet treat trailer takes to Bournemouth
A coffee and sweet treat trailer has taken to the street of Bournemouth, offering customers Wednesday-themed cookies, doughnuts, lattes and more.
'It basically was our house, but on wheels' - Family devastated after caravan theft
A family has been left devastated after their newly bought caravan filled with years of memories was stolen in Bournemouth.
Artists ‘heartbroken’ after new managers reduce art market opening
ARTISTS have said they are ‘heartbroken’ after new management has reduced an art market’s opening to just twice a month.
Long delays reported after incident on two roads
Long delays are reported on A31 and A348 Ringwood Road due to an incident
Cherries defender hopes to play again soon after 'scary' collision
Eastleigh FC defender Archie Harris has confirmed that he is "home" and "recovering" after a "scary" collision in a league game against Scunthorpe.
Two people taken to hospital after car crashes into lamppost
Two people were taken to hospital after a car crashed into a lamppost in Poole.
Council to 'immediately' remove spraypainted flags if safety risk posed
Hampshire County Council has confirmed that any flags placed or spraypainted that pose a "risk" will be subject to "immediate removal".
Council issues apologies over bin disruption - and hires more staff
The New Forest District Council has acknowledged issues with its new waste collection service and apologised for ongoing disruption.
Death of 'much-loved' woman highlights danger of drug
THERE are calls to reclassify ketamine following the death of a 'much-loved' woman from Weymouth
Removing red crosses from roundabouts costing thousands
Cleaning paint from Dorset roundabouts is likely to cost in the region of £3,500 – so far.
Illegal encampment made up of six units being dealt with by police
At 9.17pm on Thursday 4 September 2025, we received a report of an unauthorised encampment in the Littledown area, close to the leisure centre.
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner quits over second home scandal
It has been announced that Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has resigned over her second home scandal.
'Worst wildfire year on record' in England and Wales
Fire crews in England and Wales have responded to 996 wildfire incidents so far in 2025, the highest number on record
RECAP: Crash between car and cyclist causes delays on Castle Lane
Slow traffic and delays are being reported following an accident on Castle Lane West.
The Duchess of Kent dies aged 92, Buckingham Palace announces
Buckingham Palace has announced that the Duchess of Kent has died aged 92.
REVIEW: Spooky Men’s Chorale , Lighthouse, Poole
This bunch of blokes, known colloquially as the Spooks, ghosted on to stage for one of the most memorable, ripper occasions seen at Lighthouse for a long while.
Strictly Come Dancing legends to perform in Bournemouth
Strictly Come Dancing legends Brendan Cole, James Jordan, Pasha Kovalev, Vincent Simone & Ian Waite bring The Return Of The Legends 2025 UK tour to Bournemouth.
When to see rare total lunar eclipse and Blood Moon over the UK this weekend
This weekend, a rare total lunar eclipse is set to take place, with the full Moon turning red. Here is how you can see it over the UK.
Thousands of mating spiders are about to invade UK homes - how to keep them out
Spiders usually start to come out in early September, with their presence noticeable in homes until around mid-October.
Twin Sails bridge remains closed due to ongoing investigation
Twins sails bridge remains closed due to an investigation into its operation.
Missing man found dead in Bournemouth pond
An inquest has opened into the death of a missing man who was found in a pond near Littledown.
Formula 1
Why Leclerc & Hamilton can dream of Monza glory
While Ferrari has yet to win a race this season, the loyal Tifosi will be hoping drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton can use the positive energy around Monza to come out on top
All the talking points ahead of the Italian GP
The Formula 1 paddock reconvenes this weekend for the Italian Grand Prix, with plenty of topics up for discussion during Thursday's media day.
Browning on pole in Monza after late red flag
Luke Browning earned his first pole in F2 after securing top spot in Monza Qualifying.
Benavides beats Ugochukwu to pole position in Monza
A second Formula 3 pole position of the season went the way of Brad Benavides at Monza.
Norris leads Leclerc and Sainz during FP2 at Monza
Lando Norris put McLaren at the top of the timesheets during Friday’s second practice session for the Italian Grand Prix, leading the way from Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Williams’ Carlos Sainz – while home driver Kimi Antonelli spun out early on.
AS IT HAPPENED: FP2 for the Italian GP
Live coverage of the second Formula 1 practice session for the 2025 Italian Grand Prix in Monza.
Relive FP1 at Monza as Hamilton heads Ferrari 1-2
As practice began at one of F1’s most evocative venues, it was Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton who took the spoils in Free Practice 1 at the team’s home race of Monza.
Former Haas boss Steiner leads MotoGP team acquisition
Guenther Steiner is adding another motor racing category to his CV after being named as the head of a consortium that will acquire the Red Bull KTM Tech3 MotoGP team.
Ricciardo confirms new role a year on from F1 departure
Former F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo’s next move has been revealed, with the eight-time Grand Prix winner becoming a Global Ambassador for the Ford Racing division.
Hamilton heads Ferrari 1-2 in FP1 for Italian GP
Lewis Hamilton topped Free Practice 1 for the Italian Grand Prix, leading a Ferrari 1-2 from team mate Charles Leclerc as the session was briefly interrupted by a red flag.
How Ferrari has influenced fashion in F1
Ferrari’s Italian DNA makes it more than a racing team – it’s a style icon, shaping fashion trends in Formula 1 past and present.
AS IT HAPPENED: FP1 for the Italian GP
Live coverage of the first Formula 1 practice session for the 2025 Italian Grand Prix in Monza.
Windows Central
"There was a staff reduction" — 2K quietly announces layoffs at Civilization 7 dev Firaxis amid Hollow Knight: Silksong launch hype, but won't say how many
Civilization 7's Firaxis Games is quietly going through layoffs in the midst of the loud, attention-grabbing launch hype for Hollow Knight: Silksong.
Is Helldivers 2 Really Selling Faster on Xbox? New Data Challenges the Common Assumptions.
A disproportionately high attach rate and Xbox's long-established shooter-oriented audience may be contributing to Helldivers 2's PlayStation success story.
Helldivers 2’s CEO talks potential Steam Deck support — but what about the Xbox Ally?
Helldivers 2’s CEO has spoken about potential Steam Deck support, sparking discussion about handheld gaming. But with no Xbox Play Anywhere or cross-progression, what does this mean for the Xbox Ally?
A critically acclaimed family-friendly game joins WWE 2K25 and Destiny 2: Legacy Collection in this month’s Humble Bundle — $243 in value for $15
September’s Humble Bundle packs $243 of PC games, including WWE 2K25, Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, The Plucky Squire, and Return to Monkey Island.
Is Borderlands 4 coming to Xbox Game Pass with its "mayhem-fueled looter shooter" action? It's out soon — here's what we know
Borderlands 4 has serious potential to rise up as one of 2025's biggest and best looter shooters, but will you be able to play it on Xbox Game Pass?
Lenovo's new Thunderbolt 5 Smart Dock handles triple 8K displays — and that's just a warmup for power users
Lenovo has announced three new ThinkPad docks at IFA 2025, with the new Thunderbolt 5 Smart Dock 7500 boasting triple 8K + 4K display support.
"There is no plan B" — AI expert warns of a 99% job loss by 2030, after claiming a 99.999999% chance that AI ends humanity
AI safety researcher Roman Yampolskiy recently shared AI's threats to humanity, job security, and even offered solutions for these dreaded outcomes.
Lenovo can't seem to quite nail budget pre-built gaming PCs, but at least we're finally getting some high-end OLED monitors
During IFA 2025, Lenovo announced some new Legion and LOQ gaming hardware, including a redesigned, entry-level pre-built gaming PC and premium OLED monitors.
Lenovo’s Legion glasses 2 set to enhance Legion Go 2 with exciting 3D mode — is it worth it?
During IFA 2025, Lenovo announced a new, free update coming to the Lenovo Legion Glasses 2, which will add 3D Mode support for over 20 games with Legion devices.
Windows 10's ESU program could be a goldmine for Microsoft — pulling $7.3 billion from holdouts with this paid cutoff lifeline
A new report suggests that Microsoft could earn billions from its Extended Security Updates program through enterprise customers alone, charging $61 per device.
Lenovo Legion Go 2 specs are official — and this handheld gaming PC could make the Xbox Ally X sweat
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 is a powerful handheld gaming PC with premium specs that outshine the upcoming ROG Xbox Ally.
ROG Xbox Ally X vs Lenovo Legion Go 2 — Which gaming handheld is better?
The ROG Xbox Ally X and the Lenovo Legion Go 2 are both next-gen Windows 11 handheld gaming PCs. Let's discuss their differences and what they mean for you.
Laffgaff
The tögrög is the official currency of which country?
Mongolia.
Highlighter Thief
To the man that stole my highlighter, I will find you. You can mark my words.