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More young people say rising bills now stopping them moving out
A growing number of young adults now say the rising cost of running a home means they can't afford their own place.
Casualties from Israeli strikes overwhelm Gaza City medics
Australian doctors say they are having to operate in filthy conditions with few or no anaesthetics.
Kyiv can win all of Ukraine back from Russia, Trump says
The US president says Ukraine can win back land with support from Nato and Europe, marking a major shift in his position.
Six years ago Trump's UN audience laughed, this year they were silent
The US leader's address was one of the clearest expositions of the way he sees the world, writes James Landale.
AI tool used to recover £500m lost to fraud, government says
Ministers say software developed by the Cabinet Office has helped to ramp up fraud detection.
Italian actress and star of The Leopard Claudia Cardinale dies aged 87
The actress, who starred in Fellini's 8 1/2, is synonymous with the golden age of Italian cinema.
NHS trust repays £5m over maternity failings
Leeds NHS Trust was paid the money after claiming services met safe standards of care.
Chris Mason: Punchy Lib Dems use Reform UK as call to action
The party is taking on Nigel Farage in a way Labour and the Tories either can't or won't, our political editor writes.
Safety mechanism caused Trump escalator malfunction, UN says
The US president's videographer "may have inadvertently triggered the safety function" while capturing his arrival, the UN says.
What's the best period product for me?
Here is a guide to how each product works and the pros and cons to help you decide what might suit you.
The Gen Z uprising in Asia shows social media is a double-edged sword
Anti-corruption demonstrations have toppled a government - will they lead to lasting change?
The Papers: 'West going to hell' and 'Kate and William's support' for Southport
Trump's UN speech and the visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Southport make Wednesday's headlines.
Lulu: Telling the world I'm an alcoholic was liberating
The Shout singer reveals her secret struggle with drink - and how she's stayed sober for 12 years.
Phone spyware scandal deepens in Greece as four appear in court
Two Israelis and two Greeks are allegedly involved with marketing spy software known as Predator.
Fact-checking claims Trump made about autism
Experts have hit back at claims that use of a common painkiller could cause autism in children.
Killed seeking food - Jeremy Bowen on Abdullah's shooting and Gaza's lethal aid system
Inside Panorama and BBC Eye's investigation into hunger in Gaza and why so many are risking their lives for aid.
Is the Epstein email one scandal too many for Duchess of York?
Her links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein seem much harder to resolve than previous mistakes.
Australia journalist unfairly fired over Gaza post awarded £73,436
Australia's public broadcaster "sacrificed" Antoinette Lattouf "to appease a lobby group", the judge said.
Boss jailed over deadly fire at South Korea battery plant
A blaze last year killed 23 people at an Aricell factory in Hwaseong city, about 45km south of Seoul.
Booker Prize shortlist choice was agony, says Sarah Jessica Parker
The Sex and the City star is one of the judges for this year's award and has revealed its shortlist.
Man found guilty of attempting to assassinate Trump in Florida
Ryan Routh, 59, was spotted hiding in bushes with a rifle at the president's Florida golf club last year.
Dani Dyer pulls out of Strictly with broken ankle
The TV presonality says she "landed funny" in training on Friday and a scan has confirmed a fracture.
Nasa to send first crewed mission around Moon in 50 years
The mission around the Moon will pave the way for a lunar landing as soon as 2027.
Fat Bear Week kicks off - watch some of the contestants
Success gets winners a spot on the champion's wall at Katmai National Park in Alaska, but also improves their survival chances this winter.
Huntington's disease successfully treated for first time
One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.
First migrants arrive in UK from France under 'one in one out' deal
A family of three are the first people to be allowed into the country from France, the Home Office says.
Steve Rosenberg: Russia brushes off Trump's claim of 'paper tiger' in aimless war
The BBC's Steve Rosenberg says far from being riled by Trump's comments, Russia's response has so far been restrained.
High-speed rail plan for north of England delayed again
The BBC understands the prime minister will now not announce plans for a rail link between Manchester and Liverpool at the Labour Party conference.
Meet the history-making astronauts headed for the Moon
Astronauts of Nasa's first crewed mission to the Moon for more than 50 years hope their journey inspires a new generation.
Israeli forces near Gaza City centre as Hamas reportedly prepares for street-to-street fighting
Thousands of Palestinians have been forced to flee Gaza City since Israel launched its ground offensive last week.
Urgent review ordered into asylum seeker taxi costs after BBC investigation
Asylum seekers are travelling long distances for appointments, with one telling the BBC his journey to visit a GP cost the Home Office £600.
Twenty injured in Yemen drone attack on Israel, rescuers and military say
Two have been taken to hospital with serious shrapnel injuries, the Magen David Adom ambulance service says.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says she's been the victim of sexist briefings
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is running against Lucy Powell for Labour's deputy leadership.
Typhoon Ragasa makes landfall in China after 17 killed in Taiwan
Ragasa is the world's strongest storm this year and has been roaring over the South China Sea for days.
The novels that made it to this year's Booker Prize shortlist - at a glance
The Sex and the City star is one of the judges for this year's award and has revealed its shortlist.
Jimmy Kimmel pulls no punches in TV return as he ramps up battle with Trump
The US talk show host isn't backing down after being suspended; it seems to have hardened his resolve.
Howling winds and sheets of rain: BBC reports from inside the eye of typhoon in China
The strong winds hit in waves - and standing upright is almost impossible, our correspondent writes.
Man arrested in connection with cyber-attack on airports
The National Crime Agency (NCA) said a man in his forties was arrested in West Sussex.
Mum says daughter who died on M5 'was failed'
Tamzin Hall was being transported in a police vehicle when she fled and was hit by car on the M5.
Italy condemns 'drone attack' on Gaza aid flotilla and deploys frigate
Italy's defence minister directs a navy vessel to assist the flotilla's boats after what he says was a drone attack by unidentified perpetrators off Crete.
Trump is racist and sexist, London Mayor Sadiq Khan says
The Mayor of London responds to the US president's speech to the United Nations.
Bournemouth Echo
Fraudster behind fake scheme duped elderly victims out of £100k
A prolific fraudster behind a fake banking scheme that duped elderly victims into forking out over £100k has been jailed.
The special trains which transported scores of Titanic passengers
The world’s largest and most luxurious ship, the RMS Titanic, was preparing for its maiden voyage,and this was the start of the “Boat Train,”
Avid artist and 'very pleasant man' died after accident
A 96-year-old 'avid artist' died in hospital after suffering a brain bleed following an accident, an inquest has heard.
Dorset MPs react to Prime Minister's recognition of State of Palestine
Dorset MPs have welcomed the prime minister's announcement Sunday that the UK would officially recognised the state of Palestine.
Furniture store announces final closing date
Sturtons & Tappers Furnishings has announced their final closing date.
Tree comes crashing down onto parked car and blocks road
A road has been blocked after a tree ‘came crashing down’ onto a parked car.
Former council leader 'fixed the appointment process of key figures'
A former council leader fixed the appointment process of key figures, a report has shown.
Car flips in crash on busy Dorset road
Drivers faced delays this morning after a car flipped on the A350 Upton Bypass.
Man found dead by police at Bournemouth hotel
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who was found unresponsive at a hotel in Bournemouth.
Nightclub delays re-opening and staff say they have still not been paid
PUNTERS will have to wait longer for Bournemouth nightclub reopening.
'My dad's health is deteriorating rapidly': Woman launches fundraiser for MND
A DAUGHTER is organising various fundraising activities to raise vital funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA), a cause now close to her heart after her dad was diagnosed with the life-limiting condition.
UK's biggest bird of prey pictured soaring through the rain
The United Kingdom's biggest bird of prey, the white-tailed eagle, has been pictured soaring through the rain at an outdoors centre in the New Forest.
Café of the Year 2025: how to nominate your favourite
The Daily Echo is inviting readers to nominate their favourite café.
Last chance to enter draw to win million pound New Forest house
A prize draw to win a luxury furnished home in the New Forest ends this week, with residents running out of time to enter the Omaze competition.
Accident blackspot where mum was killed to get major overhaul
WORK to improve safety at a dangerous junction in north Dorset is set to begin next week
Parent slams school over 'racist' book that makes white people 'baddies'
A ROW has broken out over the choice of books being read by Weymouth secondary school students which has 'shocked and appalled' some parents.
'Give our children the education they're entitled to' say parents
A Dorchester mum has started an action group after her seven-year-old daughter with neurodevelopmental disorders was left without a suitable school placement
Delays expected after car overturns in crash
Emergency services are attending a crash on Upton bypass where a car flipped on its side.
Data shows how many BCP mothers were smokers during pregnancy
More than two dozen mothers who gave birth in the BCP area were known to be smokers, according to NHS data.
In The Dock: Man jailed for 'serious and unprovoked' attack
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Boy charged with assaulting police constable following Co-op theft
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with multiple offences, including assaulting a police constable in Brockenhurst.
Pro-vegan ad in Poole hopes to deter people from eating meat
An animal rights group has placed a pro-vegan ad outside a fast-food restaurant in Poole in a bid to deter people from eating meat.
Tourist attraction confirms date it will close for winter
A popular tourist destination has confirmed the date it will close for winter.
Echo's Beauty Salon of the Year thanks customers after competition win
B'Beautiful in Poole has said it's been 'really nice' to win the Daily Echo's Beauty Salon of the Year competition.
BBC's Flog It! star to hold antiques valuation day for free in Bournemouth
Antiques expert Paul Martin is holding a free valuation day in Bournemouth this December, offering locals a chance to learn more about their precious items, and see how much they are worth.
'Democracy isn't a word, it's a duty – we don't want new councils'
Dear councillors, you were elected to be the voice of the people, to listen, represent and protect the communities that put their trust in you.
Man arrested at town carnival on suspicion of assaulting woman
Ringwood Carnival took place on Saturday, September 20, and New Forest Police were in attendance to make sure everything ran smoothly.
Seller in Poole asking for more than £20,000 for 'rare' 50p coin
Rare 2017 Benjamin Bunny 50p coin with rotation error listed on eBay for over £20,000. Part of Beatrix Potter Royal Mint series. Queen Elizabeth II.
Man arrested after Poole High Street stabbing
A 42-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent after stabbing in Poole.
'Call 999 immediately': Police hunt for wanted man
POLICE are urging the public to ‘call 999 immediately’, if they spot a man on the run from the police.
Man arrested for possession of suspected drugs and knife
A MALE was arrested for possession of knife after officers stopped a vehicle in Bournemouth.
Meet the couple bringing mystery activities to Bournemouth
A BOURNEMOUTH couple is bringing surprise and spontaneity to community by offering “mystery activities” designed to get people out of their comfort zones.
The one motorway rule UK drivers forget (how to avoid fines and penalty points)
Do you know how to correctly use a hard shoulder on a motorway? Using it incorrectly can result in fines and points on your licence.
Student ‘dragged from nightclub and raped in flat’, court told
A MAN raped a vulnerable student after dragging her out of a Bournemouth nightclub and taking her back to his flat, a court heard.
Everything we know about the Bournemouth Airport strikes starting next week
BOURNEMOUTH Airport is set to face "major disruption" next week due to planned industrial action.
Up to half a million pensioners to lose Winter Fuel Payments, experts warn
More than 500,000 people will lose their Winter Fuel Payments in the next four years because of the frozen £35,000 threshold, say experts
Motorists warned one simple mistake this autumn could lead to £1,000 fine
Drivers who make this common mistake could face a £100 on-the-spot fine and three penalty points, which could rise to £1,000 if the fine is challenged in court
Energy bill standing charges could be cut by suppliers under new Ofgem plans
Energy suppliers will be made to offer at least one tariff with lower standing charges as soon as January under plans confirmed by the industry regulator
Man taken to hospital after huge emergency response at Poole Quay
EMERGENCY services responded to an incident in Poole Quay and a man was conveyed to hospital.
Recommended traders in Bournemouth: How do I choose a trader I can trust?
Discover three fantastic traders, based in and around Bournemouth, that are ready to lend you a helping hand.
The perfect first step: Reception at Park School
Park School provides a nurturing environment where each child is valued as an individual and becomes an integral part of the community.
Appeal lodged after New Milton bungalow plan rejected over tree risk
The appeal relates to a proposal to build a two-bedroom bungalow on land behind 4 Belmont Road in Ashley.
Mum found dead at home after firefighters called
She had suffered with a heroin addiction in her teenage years, and had an "extensive" medical history of being a intravenous drug user, the inquest heard. She had misused prescription drugs, heroin and alcohol previously but stopped later later in life.
One of Britain's best-selling comedians announces Bournemouth shows
A popular stand-up comic is returning to Bournemouth for two shows as part of a brand-new comedy tour next year.
Dorset smokers can now try two new medicines to quit
Dorset residents can now access free nicotine-free stop smoking medicines—varenicline and cytisine—via GPs and pharmacies. Approved by MHRA.
Postcode lottery for weight-loss jabs in South West
New analysis shows a postcode lottery for NHS weight-loss jabs in the South West, with access far below the UK average. Calls for fairer treatment grow.
CBeebies star to play dame in panto at Poole's Lighthouse
Poole’s Lighthouse reveals cast for Dick Whittington panto, directed by CBeebies’ Chris Jarvis. West End star Bernadette Bangura joins the lineup.
Free workshops available for unpaid carers in Dorset
Carer Support Wiltshire and Dorset Carer Money Matters Services are offering free virtual workshops for unpaid carers.
Half of South West adults unaware marriage revokes existing wills
Over half of UK adults unaware marriage cancels existing wills, risking intestacy. Will Aid urges couples in England & Wales to update wills after marriage.
Bournemouth coffee shop named among the best in the UK
A Bournemouth coffee shop has been named one of the best in the UK.
Formula 1
F3 announces €1 million prize fund for top-five drivers
Formula 3 has announced that a prize fund will be awarded to the best finishers in the Drivers’ Championship from the 2025 season onwards.
Bortoleto ‘convinced’ Sauber can fight back after Azerbaijan
Gabriel Bortoleto chose to take the positives from his and Kick Sauber’s performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with the Brazilian rookie finishing one spot outside the points on what was always going to be a “tough” weekend.
Ocon admits ‘really aggressive strategy’ did not pay off in Baku
Haas did not manage to score any points in Azerbaijan, with Ollie Bearman the higher placed of their two drivers in 12th. Esteban Ocon followed him home in 14th after an eventful race that saw the Frenchman suffer contact off the line.
Colapinto on life at Alpine and what his future might hold
Franco Colapinto didn’t take long to make a name for himself in Formula 1, becoming the first Argentinian Grand Prix driver in 23 years when he debuted with Williams last season and taking just two races to become his country’s points scorer in the sport since 1982.
10 questions on the Azerbaijan GP and the latest F1 news
Were you paying attention to the on-track action in Baku over the weekend?
Albon 'very happy' for Sainz after podium in Baku
Alex Albon was delighted for Williams team mate Carlos Sainz after the Spaniard scored his first podium since joining the squad at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with the Thai driver left feeling “very proud” of the team as a result.
Gasly rues ‘painful’ Azerbaijan weekend for Alpine
Pierre Gasly conceded that the Azerbaijan Grand Prix was “painful” for the Alpine team, with the Frenchman stating that the squad had “absolutely no chance” after lacking pace throughout the weekend.
Tsunoda on how he tried to boost Verstappen title chances in Baku
Yuki Tsunoda has explained how he opted not to attack Liam Lawson as much in the fight for fifth during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, in order to support Red Bull team mate Max Verstappen’s title chances by not giving an opportunity to McLaren’s Lando Norris behind in seventh.
Why the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid will be unmissable
Formula 1’s newest race is getting closer. It's less than a year until you can be in Madrid for the Spanish Grand Prix over 11-13 September 2026, and tickets are on sale now.
Windows Central
Data shows Xbox fans play more games than Steam or PS5 users — here's why (and why I'm not surprised)
Data from a new report shows that Xbox users play more games than fans on Steam or PS5 do, though they also record less total overall playtime.
I'm glad ARC Raiders is launching with this beloved Xbox and PC feature — it's leaving the door open for Game Pass, too
ARC Raiders is poised to stand tall as one of 2025's biggest new multiplayer games, and it's getting this incredible feature on Xbox and PC.
10 interesting facts about Windows 11 version 25H2
Windows 11 version 25H2 shares its core with version 24H2, adds no new features, but extends support and comes through a lightweight enablement package. Here are all the facts you need to know.
I tried the world's first 'dynamic ergonomic' office chair with a special spinal stretching and massage mode
The self-proclaimed world's first "dynamic ergonomic" chair is here, and it is a sight to behold. It has a built-in electronic motor that makes adjusting the chair quick and easy, along with a spinal stretching massage feature that will really come in handy if you suffer from lower back pain.
How to watch Call of Duty Next 2025 — Reveals for multiplayer, Zombies, and Warzone content for Black Ops 7
Here's where to watch CoD NEXT so you can be informed on all of the upcoming Call of Duty content headed our way.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora gets major story expansion — and a third-person mode
Ubisoft has announced From the Ashes, a major story expansion for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora launching December 19, 2025 alongside the film Avatar: Fire and Ash.
Square Enix reveals original content for Dragon Quest I + II HD-2D Remake — new stories, powers, dungeons, and more are inbound for this two-pack remake
Square Enix has uploaded a new trailer for Dragon Quest I + II HD-2D Remake, showcasing all its new gameplay features not found in the original titles, and we're here to recap them all for your viewing pleasure.
RTX price crash — Walmart undercuts MSRP on a wide range of NVIDIA's latest GPUs
Walmart's GeForce Week is proving to be a great time to shop for new gaming hardware, and I've spotted a handful of RTX 5000 GPUs that are available at or less than MSRP.
I spent quality time learning about NASCAR 25 and one thing is clear — this is going to be the game fans always wanted
NASCAR fans, on console especially, haven't been eating well in recent years. But the first iRacing made game will change all of that.
Borderlands 4 is doing what every PvE game should do — buffs before nerfs
Gearbox is focusing on underwhelming items and skills before any nerfs come to the game.
Google is building the Android PC and phone convergence platform that Microsoft failed to deliver with Windows — Qualcomm calls it incredible
Google and Qualcomm are working together to bring Android to the PC form factor. That's potentially the biggest threat to Windows that Microsoft has ever had to deal with.
Microsoft’s AI chief says Edge will evolve into “a little angel” powered by Copilot, handling the boring stuff — as an opt-in experience
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman extensively discussed his vision for the company's Edge browser, including a Copilot AI revamp.
Veteran Microsoft engineer explains how WinHelp was "online" — despite Windows 3.0 predating the Internet
Microsoft Veteran Engineer Raymond Chen recently published an interesting blog post explaining why Windows 3.0’s WinHelp was called an online help system when it actually ran offline.
Microsoft's new 'Publisher Content Marketplace' looks to compensate AI content creators and publishers
The content of your work will once again be the reason that drives traffic and revenue back to you, as Microsoft puts money in the right pockets.
Xbox listings vanish from Costco in the US and the UK — before Microsoft's price hikes
As the new price hikes approach, the Xbox console has disappeared from the popular online retailers' storefront.
The popular djay app for Windows finally gets one of its most requested features — Spotify support is here!
The incredibly popular mixing software for Windows (and Mac) will now integrate with Spotify's vast catalog, so long as you have a premium subscription.
Laffgaff
What open source operating system was released by Linus Torvalds in 1991?
Linux.
Ghost Pirate
What is a ghost pirate's favorite kind of tea? Boo tea.