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Chris Mason: Delight and relief in government after state visit
Trump's disagreements with Sir Keir were somehow channelled past him, rather than at him, writes the BBC's political editor.
Second migrant to be removed to France after court bid fails
The Eritrean man is set to be flown out early on Friday under the government's "one in, one out" deal.
Trump says TV networks 'against' him should 'maybe' lose licence, after Kimmel suspension
His comments came as the head of the US broadcast regulator vowed to keep holding networks "accountable".
Trump says he didn't want London Mayor Sadiq Khan at state banquet
The mayor of London did not seek or expect an invite to the state banquet, the BBC understands.
Why France is at risk of becoming the new sick man of Europe
The country is at the conjuncture of several crises at once - but is it fair to blame Macron for 'this shipwreck'?
MI6 launches dark web portal to attract spies in Russia
Outgoing MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore is expected to confirm details in a speech in Istanbul.
Doctor sexual misconduct hearings too lenient, review suggests
Sanctions for UK doctors guilty of sexual misconduct are too lenient in around a quarter of cases, reports suggest.
Sarah Smith: Trump visit showed UK's warm relations - and limited influence
The good-natured state visit demonstrated strong relations, but no ally is likely to change the US president's mind.
Trump diverted and forced to swap helicopters on way to Stansted
Marine One was diverted while ferrying Donald Trump from Chequers to Stansted Airport.
Key takeaways from the PM and President's news conference
The US and UK leaders fielded questions on Ukraine, migration, free speech and Mandelson among other issues.
Joy Crookes 'let go' of perfectionism - her music is better for it
The singer says she avoided the second-album slump as she "has always got something to say".
'Use troops to stop boats' and 'Chequers mates'
Trump's advice to the prime minister on illegal immigration dominates Friday's front pages.
Ros Atkins on… What Kimmel's suspension means for free speech in the US
The BBC's analysis editor looks at a decision that leading Democrats have called "an abuse of power".
Top Fortnite streamer Ninja tells BBC: Trolls mock me for being less popular
Tyler Blevins says trolls attack him every day for being less popular than he was at the height of his fame.
Weekly quiz: Why were these nuns on the run?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
'It's not easy': Reform council strives to identify promised savings
Reform UK has run the authority for just over four months and is embarking on the process of setting next year's budget.
China is calling a TikTok deal a win. What's in it for them?
Experts tell the BBC what a final deal might look like, and what Beijing might get in return.
Ctrl Alt Deleaf blows away competition as new leaf-busting train name
Other names on the shortlist included Leaf-Fall Weapon, Pulp Friction and The Autumn Avenger.
Doctor penalised for calling mushroom murderer 'disturbed sociopath'
Dr Webster said he realised Patterson was a killer within minutes of speaking to her.
Taliban ban books written by women from Afghan universities
The decree also outlaws the teaching of 18 subjects, including human rights and sexual harassment.
Author Sally Rooney says she could not collect prize in UK in case of arrest
The author has given her support to Palestine Action, who have been proscribed as a terrorist group.
Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon
Israel said it was targeting Hezbollah positions, while Lebanon's PM called for pressure on Israel to stop attacks.
No outside pressure to drop China spying charges against British men, says CPS head
He said his team had considered "alternative offences" but concluded "none were suitable".
Planning approvals for new homes at record low, figures show
Planning approvals for new homes were at their lowest on record during Labour’s first year in office, figures show
Nato intercepts Russian warplanes violating Estonian airspace
Estonia says three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets remained in Estonian airspace for 12 minutes.
British couple freed by Taliban hug daughter in emotional reunion
Barbie, 76, and Peter Reynolds, 80, arrive in Qatar after being detained in Afghanistan for months.
US TV hosts back Kimmel as Trump threatens TV networks
America's leading late-night TV hosts lament Jimmy Kimmel's suspension as a "blatant assault on freedom of speech".
Minister rejects Trump's call for military to tackle illegal migration in UK
Peter Kyle says the military is focused on key issues around the world and the UK Border Force has specific responsibility for policing borders.
Two ambulance workers arrested after the deaths of six people
Two ambulance workers have been arrested over the deaths of six adults, Wiltshire Police have said.
Trump says Xi approves of TikTok deal as leaders plan South Korea meeting
The president hailed "progress" during a phone call with Xi and said that he also would travel to China next year.
UK and Irish governments agree new Troubles legacy deal
The UK and Irish governments announce a framework which seeks to heal a rift between London and Dublin created by the NI Legacy Act.
Scottish government minister Jamie Hepburn resigns after assault claim
Conservative MSP Douglas Ross said the the SNP MSP grabbed him as he left the Holyrood chamber on Wednesday.
Self-styled African tribe in Scottish woodland served with second eviction notice
Three members of the self-proclaimed Kingdom of Kubala have already been evicted from one area of woodland in Jedburgh.
US blocks UN call for Gaza ceasefire for sixth time
Washington's representative says the Security Council resolution does not go far enough in condemning Hamas.
Naked and high flight attendant 'let himself down'
Haden Pentecost was found by colleagues in an aeroplane toilet after taking drugs and stripping.
The lonely life and death of Delhi's only African elephant
For 24 years, Shankar endured a lonely existence - including at least 13 spent in solitary confinement.
The motive behind Charlie Kirk's killing: What we know and don't know
Prosecutors have broadly outlined suspect Tyler Robinson's political views - but many questions remain.
Why France is at risk of becoming the new sick man of Europe
The country is at the conjuncture of several crises at once - but is it fair to blame Macron for 'this shipwreck'?
Settling old scores and creating new drama - Cardi B releases first album in seven years
The US rapper references her 2024 divorce and a beef with another female rapper on Am I The Drama?
The man taking on Trump's media foes
But it is unclear to what extent media companies might push back - at the potential expense of their bottom line.
Weekly quiz: Why were these nuns on the run?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Assisted dying bill moves one step closer to becoming law
The bill has passes its second reading in the Lords after peers agree to set up a scrutiny committee.
Migrant returned to France after government wins court challenge
Eritrean man arrives in Paris under the "one in, one out" deal as at least three boats carrying migrants leave beaches in France.
Taliban official dismisses Trump's hope to 'take back' Afghan airbase
Bagram airbase was handed over to the Afghan military shortly before the Taliban returned to power.
Prison officer given suspended term for inmate affair
Megan Breen, 23, was given a 10-month suspended sentence for the relationship at HMP Prescoed.
House full of rubbish goes to auction at £38k
The three-bedroom-house in Nantlle is in need of renovation and refurbishment.
Zebra cows and Teflon food win tongue-in-cheek science awards
The tongue-in-cheek scientific awards also recognise research into lizard's preferred pizza and garlicky breastmilk.
Bournemouth Echo
Vulnerable residents 'abused and dehumanised' in damning inspection report
Muscliff Nursing Home, at Tolpuddle Gardens, has been under investigation since July due to "safeguarding concerns", the Echo has previously reported, with police, BCP Council and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) all on the case.
When a runaway train smashed into Bournemouth West
A runaway train, an iconic Pullman dining car service, came careening down the line into Bournemouth West station.
"We’ve proved that Reform are beatable and, and it’s the Lib Dems that can do it"
BCP Council’s leader has said Reform UK poses a “genuine threat to credible governance” after the party came a close second in the Talbot & Branksome Woods by-election.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole's weather forecast for the week
Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole weather: Mostly dry with sunny intervals and occasional clouds from 19–24 Sept. Temps 15–20C, low rain risk.
Week of action leads to arrests and seized suspected stolen vehicles in Dorset
Officers from Dorset Police were joined by neighbouring police forces last week as part of a regional week of action to prevent, tackle and reduce rural crime.
'Double standards at Dorset Council following dog rescue centre decision'
So, "Waggytails" dog rescue have been refused permission to relocate to the "Lions' Farm" site at Horton Heath.
Care home residents take action to support food banks
The residents' efforts are part of ongoing initiatives to address food poverty and support families facing financial hardship.
Free sessions for residents at BH Live leisure centres
Bournemouth residents can enjoy free gym and swim sessions at BH Live Active centres for National Fitness Day in September. Find your local leisure centre now.
New health-monitoring system is helping to detect health issues early
A new digital health monitoring system is helping to detect health issues early.
Jet2holidays launches £1 golf carriage deal amid Ryder Cup
Jet2holidays launches £1 golf carriage offer for 2025 Ryder Cup. Book a golf holiday package by 30 Sept 2025 for travel to top European golf destinations.
Schools can apply for £1,000 grant to help children eat breakfast
Schools in Bournemouth can now apply for a £1,000 grant to aid breakfast clubs.
Dorset housebuilder offering Christmas upgrade to home buyer
Barratt David Wilson Homes offers £11,700 upgrades on a three-bedroom Hadley house at The Hamlets, Stalbridge, Dorset. Move in before Christmas.
Poole firm promotes one of its own to key leadership role
Poole-based Actisense appoints Justin Cohen as Commercial Director to lead marine electronics strategy, drive innovation, and expand international partnerships.
South West's favourite takeaway on moving night revealed
Fish and chips top the list as South West’s favourite first-night takeaway, new Tripps Removals UK survey reveals. Chinese and pizza also popular choices.
Four men sentenced for defrauding elderly man out of £36,600
Four men have been sentenced for defrauding an elderly man out of £36,600.
Top tips for Bournemouth residents to avoid eye health problems
An eye health expert has answered Bournemouth residents' top questions about ageing eyes.
Ambulance charity celebrates 30 years of supporting the service
South Western Ambulance Charity marks 30 years supporting SWASFT, funding defibrillators, GoodSAM app, and staff welfare across the South West.
Poole MP pledges to give locals referendum on improving the town
Poole MP Neil Duncan-Jordan pledges local referendum on town improvements after Positive About Poole conference unites businesses, charities, and residents.
New initiative aimed at tackling poverty in BCP launched
The second Poverty Truth Commission launches in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, uniting community, civic and business leaders to tackle local poverty.
Dark comedy about executioners coming to The Mowlem
Ha Hum Ah Productions’ dark comedy "Making a Killing" comes to The Mowlem, Swanage, on 12 November. Renaissance drama on justice and morality. Book tickets now.
Bournemouth's annual Vitality Bay Run is set to return in 2026
Vitality Bay Run returns to Bournemouth in 2026 with BCP Council partnership. Early bird registration open. Races for all, supporting Dorset charities.
Celebration as man reaches incredible 100th birthday in Poole
A Poole resident reached a remarkable birthday milestone earlier this week as he celebrated the big day in style.
School ‘Eco Squad’ continues to promote environmental values
Moyles Court School has been recognised for its efforts to tackle climate change and promote environmental values into the community.
Arts by the Sea festival returns with two-week fringe extension
Arts by the Sea Festival returns to Bournemouth from 26–28 September 2025, with a new two-week fringe. Free arts, culture and community events by BCP Council.
'Gentle' and 'caring' son paid 'ultimate price' after intoxication
An inquest was held into the death of a 24-year-old man from Poole.
High street store to shut with ‘heavy heart’ after more than 100 years
A HIGH street is set to close with a “heavy heart” after more than 100 years of trade.
'Refreshed and reimagined' Christmas wonderland promised for 2025
Bournemouth’s much-loved Christmas Tree Wonderland is set to return this winter, bringing festive sparkle, dazzling light displays, and magical new experiences for all ages.
Bomb squad cordon off section of coastal park
Bomb squad investigates ‘device’ as section of Baiter Park in Poole cordoned off.
LIVE: Delays after trespasser on railway caused all lines to be blocked
Delays after all train lines were blocked between Bournemouth and Poole due to a trespasser on the tracks
Man raped woman he met on dating app after ‘begging her for sex’
A MAN raped a woman he met on a dating app, after ‘begging’ her for sex, a court heard.
Hunt for man with scars after card theft
Although the man’s face is not visible in the image, police hope someone may recognise him from his distinctive clothing.
Bournemouth protesters once again split into zones as police impose conditions
PROTESTERS will once again be separated into zones as police ‘impose conditions’ on this weekend’s demonstration.
Massive 20-mile diversion in place for 25 metre overnight works
A massive 20-mile diversion has been issued for a 25-metre stretch of overnight road works in Dorset.A section of the B3390 Station Road in Moreton will be closed overnight at the Moreton Level Crossing in both directions for a distance of 25m.The road will be closed between the hours of 11.45pm and 5.45am from Monday, September 22 to Friday, September 26.The Notice is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise likelihood of danger to highway users. It will allow Network Rail to carry out drainage and maintenance works to the track and road flooding.A suggested route has been suggested which take motorists along the B3390, Warmwell Cross Roundabout, A352, West Stafford Roundabout Roundabout, A35, B3390 and vice versa. This route would be estimated to take around half an hour for 20 miles of road.For further information about the work being undertaken, call Network Rail Infrastructure Ltd on 0113 277 5360.For more public notices like this see the public notices portal at https://publicnoticeportal.uk/dorset-echo
Woodland charity receives five-figure boost
An award-winning woodland sustainability charity in the New Forest is celebrating after receiving a £22,000 boost.
Bar with craft beers, fine wines and spirits launches ahead of town's carnival
A bar offering craft beers, fine wines and cocktails has opened in Ringwood. Coop's new venture follows the success of its first site in Hedge End
'Bournemouth is a relatively safe place to live': university assures before protests
Protests are set to take place on Saturday afternoon, and police officers are working to ensure they result in minimal disruption to local communities.
Emergency services called after man found dead
A man was found dead at a Bournemouth address.
Four men jailed after Boscombe stabbing which saw two men hospitalised
Four men have been jailed after an attack in Boscombe last year saw two men were hospitalised with stab wounds.
Vet urges owners to watch out for 8 signs to avoid buying 'fatal' pet medicine
The PDSA has shared advice to pet owners to avoid "fatal" fake medicine that could cause serious harm
Emergency services called to hotel after man found dead
"The man’s next of kin has been informed and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time."
Formula 1
OFFICIAL RACE PROGRAMME - 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Check out the digital race programme for this weekend's Formula 1 Qatar Airways Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2025 in Baku.
Has dominant McLaren’s progress been derailed in Baku?
For the second race on the bounce, Lewis Hamilton headed a Ferrari 1-2 in a practice session as he topped the times on the streets of Azerbaijan's capital Baku. But does the seven-time world champion or his team mate Charles Leclerc have a genuine shot at pole and the win this weekend?
Catch up as Hamilton leads Ferrari 1-2 in FP2 in Azerbaijan
Lewis Hamilton set the pace in Free Practice 2 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading team mate Charles Leclerc to a Ferrari 1-2.
Hamilton and Ferrari ‘really starting to see progress’
Lewis Hamilton was all smiles following Friday’s pair of practice sessions for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, declaring that he and Ferrari are “really starting to see the progress come through” in what has been a mixed season so far.
Bearman says Haas ‘in the fight’ after strong Friday in Baku
Ollie Bearman claimed “we look to be in the fight” after finishing fifth fastest for Haas on Friday at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Antonelli predicting ‘very tight’ Baku Qualifying
Kimi Antonelli believes that Mercedes can "be in the fight" during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after a positive Friday for himself and team mate George Russell.
Join Hamilton for the fastest lap of Friday practice in Baku
Lewis Hamilton ended the opening day of practice at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with the fastest time, having led a Ferrari 1-2 over team mate Charles Leclerc in FP2.
Norris left to rue ‘annoying’ FP2 crash in Azerbaijan
Lando Norris had a meeting with the wall during Friday’s second practice session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, costing him valuable track time as he limped back to the pits for repairs.
F2: Jack Crawford takes second pole of 2025 in Baku
Jak Crawford earned his second F2 pole of the season for DAMS Lucas Oil in Azerbaijan, setting a 1m 54.791s early on in Qualifying that turned out to be the quickest time of the day.
Hamilton leads Ferrari 1-2 in FP2 as wall hit ends Norris' session
Lewis Hamilton led a Ferrari 1-2 in Free Practice 2 for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as Lando Norris' session came to an early end after hitting the barrier.
AS IT HAPPENED: FP2 for the Azerbaijan GP
Live coverage of the second Formula 1 practice session for the 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku.
Windows Central
Should Microsoft make its own wearable AI hardware with Copilot?
Dan & Zac discuss Microsoft's new "Windows 2030 Vision" series, the first of which hints at a potential future "Agentic OS" from Microsoft. What might that look like?
"All the complaining worked lmao" — Helldivers 2's new Rupture Strain enemies have been taken offline for weeks to fix balance issues, but I'm sad to see them go
Helldivers 2's new Rupture Strain faction of bugs was just added to the game, but it's already been taken out for a rework due to some major balancing issues.
New Borderlands 4 patch notes bring PC performance fixes and optimization, and the start of weekly endgame updates — but console players are still waiting
Borderlands 4 has received a new update patch that addresses performance issues on PC, but console players are still waiting for fixes.
A new Anthropic report shows where AI is spreading fastest — and who's left behind
Anthropic's latest report reveals a seismic shift in AI adoption, with Israel leading global usage rates and the U.S. emerging sixth.
A hit indie dev LONG missing from Xbox now pledges multiple games — also with Xbox Play anywhere
Dusk is finally coming to Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Ally, with 4K visuals, 120 FPS, and New Blood Interactive’s full Xbox Play Anywhere support.
"It is not the fault of the United States" — China bans top tech firms from buying NVIDIA's latest AI chip
Chinese officials have reportedly ordered top tech firms to stop buying and testing NVIDIA's new RTX Pro 6000D AI GPU.
Move over, Roblox — The best Xbox game for kids today is 'Wobbly Life', and we spoke to the developer to learn about its huge Space Update
Wobbly Life's developer talks 1.0 launch and Space Update, making Xbox’s best family game even bigger.
Windows 10 users have 26 days left — here's how to prepare your PC before Microsoft cuts its support on October 14, 2025
As Microsoft prepares to cut support for Windows 10, millions face potential risks. Here's how you can prepare your PC before the 'End of Life' cutoff date.
Apple may finally admit it was wrong about Surface — rumors point to touchscreen MacBook Pro over a decade after Microsoft did it first
A credible new rumor circulating the web this week suggests that Apple is now hard at work on adding a touchscreen to the MacBook Pro, over a decade after it referred to Surface as a "toaster fridge" and implied that nobody would want a touchscreen laptop.
Is your Anker power bank a ticking time bomb? A recent recall involves half a million units — here's what owners need to do
Anker voluntarily recalled five power banks earlier this year, but we now have more information courtesy of the US Consumer Product Safety Commission.
E-WIN Flash XL Gaming Chair review (2025) — A pricy option for people who want to go heavy-duty premium
The E-Win Flash XL Gaming Chair is a really great option for those who need heavy-duty support and long-term quality, but it is NOT cheap.
Italy leads the EU with sweeping AI laws — prison for harmful deepfakes, workplace rules, and child protections
Following the EU's 2023 AI Act, Italy has become the first EU country to enact its own set of AI legislation with strict penalties for harmful deepfakes and fraud.
One of the best gaming laptops just got its biggest sale ever AND comes with Borderlands 4 included
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is finally hitting Best Buy and Amazon alongside its biggest sale ever, and it also comes with a copy of Borderlands 4.
Just like Bill Gates, Zoom's CEO now says that AI could enable a 3-day workweek — at the cost of entry-level jobs
Zoom CEO Eric Yuan indicated that the broad adoption of AI could soon present a three-day workweek opportunity for employees, but could also lead to job losses.
Minecraft Education teaches kids the dangers of AI through a noir detective lens — encouraging artificial intelligence literacy
Minecraft has recently launched a new education program to help young children learn how to avoid being tricked by AI, called the Reed Smart: AI Detective program.
One AI safety guru claims that OpenAI's management could spark a global disaster — "Everyone will die" if trends continue
AI safety researcher Eliezer Yudkowsky says the only way around an inevitable doomsday is an international treaty that mandates the permanent shutdowns of AI.
Google DeepMind's CEO says AI could repeat the toxic pitfalls of social media — will it make the same click-chasing mistakes?
Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis warns that AI could repeat social media’s toxic patterns of addiction, division, and manipulation.
Google is pushing out the "biggest upgrade to Chrome in its history" and stuffing it full of AI
Google's latest update to the Chrome browser is absolutely jam packed with new AI features. Because it's 2025, and there's literally nothing else that would be added.
Microsoft celebrates Windows 11 on Arm progress as users now spend the majority of their time in natively compiled apps — compatibility is no longer a concern
Windows 11 PCs powered by an Arm processor are thriving right now, with users spending 90% of their time on an Arm-based PC using natively compiled apps, a huge improvement over how things were just a short time ago.
Laffgaff
What breakfast treat was originally called Fruit Scone?
Pop-Tarts.
Museum Cabinet
I'm so embarrassed about accidentally locking myself in a cabinet at the museum. I made a real exhibition of myself.
Itsfoss
Hyprland Made Easy: Preconfigured Beautiful Distros
Here are the projects that lower the entry barrier by providing a preconfigured Hyprland option.