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What footage tells us about the synagogue attack
BBC Verify analyses footage circulating online showing the moment police opened fire on a suspect at a Manchester synagogue.
Top NHS boss backed surgeon whose failures contributed to deaths
Seven people died following multiple failures by Karen Booth who continues to work for the NHS.
Does the UK go far enough to protect children from conspiracy theorist parents?
The inquest following the death of Paloma Shemirani raises the question of how to prevent young people from health misinformation
Taylor Swift: The Life of a Showgirl is a triumphant pop victory lap
Taylor Swift's 12th album is a breathtakingly fun pop record, capturing the joy of falling in love.
Trump wields axe over 'Democrat Agencies' as shutdown blame game rages
He said the shutdown could be an opportunity to "clear out dead wood", giving no hint of concessions to Democrats.
I'll change the monarchy when I'm king, says Prince William
Schitt's Creek and American Pie actor Eugene Levy asks Prince William about his future role as King.
Russia targets UK military satellites on weekly basis
Moscow is attempting to collect information from UK spacecraft, according to the MoD.
TikTok recommends porn to children, says report
Researchers find TikTok's algorithm recommends sexual content to newly-created child accounts.
Reform Send system now or face billions in extra costs, ministers warned
The Institute for Fiscal Studies says more than 200,000 extra children will need Send support by 2029.
Is it a cold, flu or Covid – and how to avoid the worst
BBC Morning Live's Dr Oscar Duke shares his advice on how to identify whether you have cold, flu or Covid and how to look after yourself.
Munich airport closes after drones spotted nearby
Dozens of flights have been cancelled or redirected at Munich International Airport after drone sightings.
Heroes stopped attacker getting inside synagogue
Two killed and four remain in hospital after a man, shot dead by police, carried out the attack.
Starmer vows to protect Jewish communities
The prime minister said Britain must defeat antisemitic hate, as the King, religious leaders and politicians issue statements.
William's interview with Eugene Levy is the most open we've ever seen him
He opens up about changing the monarchy, the strain of Kate's illness - and riding an electric scooter.
The Papers: 'Knife and vehicle attack' and 'Face of hatred'
The deadly Manchester synagogue attack on Yom Kippur dominates Friday's papers.
Ozzy Osbourne 'wouldn't change a thing', he told BBC film
The delayed documentary shows the late star and his family return to the UK ahead of a farewell show.
In full: Met chief's letter to home secretary after BBC investigation
Sir Mark Rowley wrote to Shabana Mahmood and London Mayor Sadiq Khan to address Panorama's findings.
Weekly quiz: Who said 'I do' to Selena Gomez?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
I'm not resigning, Met Police chief says after BBC investigation
Sir Mark Rowley insists he won't resign, saying it's "the misogynists and racists frankly who want me out".
Attenborough and Prince William lead tributes to Dr Jane Goodall
The leading conservationist has been remembered as "a great champion of environmental protection" after her death aged 91.
Texas megachurch pastor pleads guilty to child abuse
Robert Morris, who founded one of the largest megachurches, sexually abused a 12-year-old girl.
Baroness Mone accuses chancellor of 'inflammatory' language
Her comments come after a firm linked to the peer was ordered to pay £122m over a Covid-19 contract.
Only Fools and Horses actor dies aged 68
Co-star Sue Holderness, who played Marlene, says Patrick Murray will be "greatly missed".
Mum's anti-chemo views influenced daughter's death, coroner says
Paloma Shemirani died after refusing chemotherapy despite a diagnosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Hackers say they have deleted children's pictures and data after nursery attack backlash
The hackers tell the BBC they are sorry for their actions - but experts say it's a practical rather than moral move.
I saw evil as attacker tried to barge into synagogue, rabbi tells BBC
Rabbi Daniel Walker tells the BBC how he held the doors of his synagogue shut as the attacker "body charged" them as he tried to get inside.
Who was the Manchester synagogue attacker?
Jihad Al-Shamie was a weightlifting enthusiast who rarely spoke to his neighbours, one resident said.
'Hatred and racism cannot tear us apart,' first woman Archbishop of Canterbury says
She becomes the first female leader of the Church of England, replacing Justin Welby who resigned over his handling of a safeguarding scandal.
Dad given life for killing baby son in hospital
Daniel Gunter denied harming his 14-day-old son inside a hospital's special care baby unit in 2024.
Keeping Up Appearances star Patricia Routledge dies at 96
She also starred in Alan Bennett's TV monologues and played the BBC's amateur sleuth Hetty Wainthropp.
Tax wealthiest to end rip-off Britain, new Green leader tells conference
Zack Polanski sets out a new direction for the Green Party in his first conference speehc as leader.
Watch: 'I worried my music would dry up if I was happy,' Taylor Swift tells BBC
The global superstar spoke to Radio 1's Greg James about how her new album reflects her current era.
Trump gives Hamas Sunday deadline to accept Gaza peace plan
The 20-point proposal seeks to end the fighting immediately in return for the release of hostages and detained Gazans.
Storm Amy danger warnings issued as 100mph gusts forecast
The first power cuts have been reported as the storm moves in, potentially bringing 100mph gusts in some exposed areas.
Tributes paid to two Jewish men killed in attack
Tributes are being paid to Melvin Cravitz and Adrian Daulby, who were both killed in the attack.
Manchester's Jewish community 'shocked but not surprised'
Jewish people in Manchester say the attack was not unexpected after a rise in antisemitism.
Pro-Palestinian protests 'un-British' after Manchester attack, Mahmood says
The home secretary told BBC Breakfast she was disappointed pro-Palestinian protests went ahead.
What footage tells us about Manchester synagogue attack
BBC Verify analyses footage circulating online showing the moment police opened fire on a suspect at a Manchester synagogue.
Why we struggle to protect the young from conspiracy theorist parents
The inquest following the death of Paloma Shemirani raises the question of how to prevent young people from health misinformation
Taylor Swift review: The Life of a Showgirl is a triumphant pop victory lap
Taylor Swift's 12th album is a breathtakingly fun pop record, capturing the joy of falling in love.
The life of TV's magnificently snobby 'Hyacinth Bucket'
A much-loved actress who became famous in the role of Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping Up Appearances.
Is it a cold, flu or Covid – and how to avoid the worst
BBC Morning Live's Dr Oscar Duke shares his advice on how to identify whether you have cold, flu or Covid and how to look after yourself.
True cost of becoming a mum highlighted in new data on pay
New figures reveal mums in England see their earnings drop after having a first, second and third child.
Deadly fighting erupts between Hamas and Palestinian clan in Gaza
A raid by Hamas sparked armed clashes, leaving several dead, in one of the fiercest internal confrontations since the war began.
'It was very tough but I love life' - ex-hostage whose family were killed on 7 October
Eli Sharabi reflects on finding out, after release, his wife and children had been killed in the attacks.
Climbing star, 23, dies after falling from Yosemite's El Capitan
Balin Miller's solo climb and fall was caught on a live stream.
Dad 'can finally grieve' after couple jailed for murdering their two-year-old grandson
The pair who had a "campaign to break" the two-year-old are jailed along with the boy's mum.
Kenyans prove paternity case against UK soldiers
Commercially available DNA databases were used to identify unknown fathers, who had served in Kenya.
Blackout in Spain and Portugal 'first of its kind', report finds
The massive blackout that hit the Iberian peninsula is the first known blackout caused by overvoltage.
Bournemouth Echo
Charity slams Southern Water as E. coli levels soar 80 times above safe limit
A New Forest-based charity has slammed Southern Water for allowing E.coli levels in the Lymington River to reach more than 80 times the bathing limit.
Pulp gave sophisticated show at Bournemouth International Centre
Jarvis Cocker and company delivered a performance steeped in cinematic sophistication.
World's last paddle steamer is a cherished sight in Bournemouth and Weymouth
The world's last seagoing, passenger-carrying, paddle steamer is a link to the past that has, for many years, visited England’s south coast.
Week ahead: Weather forecast for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Following is the weather forcast from Friday, October 2 to Wednesday, October 7 for Bournemouth, Christcurch and Poole.
'It's a social lifeline': Plan to axe pub sparks 100 objections
Plans to axe a popular New Forest pub and use the site for housing have sparked more than 100 objections
Post Office to close for eight-day unplanned closure
A Post Office in Bournemouth will close its doors for more than a week at the end of the month.
Man dies after 'tragic chain of events'
A man died after a “tragic chain of events” following a fall in his home, an inquest heard.
Dorset housebuilder reports solid year despite 'challenging' market
A Dorset housebuilder has reported a solid financial year despite challenges in the housing market.
Strictly Come Dancing professionals coming to Bournemouth
Strictly the Professionals UK tour 2026 comes to Bournemouth International Centre in May, featuring BBC dancers Gorka Márquez, Vito Coppola & more.
Romance writing festival to take place at Bournemouth hotel
Romance Writing Festival Bournemouth: Join bestselling authors, literary agents & publishing professionals at Royal Bath Hotel for talks, workshops, networking & book signings.
Morebus to help locals at festival with app and timetable changes
Morebus joins Planet Wimborne's Green Festival in October, offering advice on new bus timetables, app features and journey planning.
Brockenhurst College nursery rated 'good' by Ofsted
"We are proud to be an important part of the local community, and being able to provide high-quality early years education is truly wonderful."
'My memories of the Gaumont cinema'
It was 1976 and the Gaumont cinema in Westover Road was showing the Hammer horror film To the Devil a Daughter.
GWR among UK's most unreliable train operators in 2025
Great Western Railway (GWR) has been ranked among the UK's most unreliable train operators in 2025.
Paultons Park announces extended Christmas celebrations
Paultons Park has announced extended Christmas celebrations, running into the new year for the first time.
'Ignoring consultation results a flagrant disregard of democracy'
The lid of Pandora’s Box has opened to reveal a nasty surprise: despite overwhelming public opposition to the council’s proposals to create new town councils, the council seems fixated on forcing through its misguided vision of town councils for Bournemouth and Poole, entirely by-passing the clear result of the consultation exercise.
Winner of ITV show coming to perform at The Barn in Ringwood
Ben Forster brings his 'Superstar' musical tour to The Barn, Ringwood, in September 2026—featuring hits from popular musicals and stories. Tickets on sale now.
Lighthouse Poole to take part in nationwide project on freedom
Lighthouse Poole has been selected to join a nationwide project exploring freedom.
Bongo's Bingo transforms into 'twisted circus of chaos'
A bingo night is set for a spooky transformation.
Dorset baking business founder celebrates decade cancer-free
Louise Johnstone of Dorset’s Louise’s Kitchen celebrates ten years cancer-free, expanding her baking business to include fondant decorations.
New charity shop officially opened in Christchurch
A new charity shop has officially opened in Christchurch.
Schoolchildren visit museum to plant wildflower seeds
Schoolchildren from Bovington Academy plant wildflower seeds at Dorset’s Tank Museum with Wild Britain, boosting biodiversity and supporting native pollinators.
Dorset Council reveals huge multi-million pound farms estate strategy
Dorset Council reveals plans to launch a ten-year Farms Estate Strategy to support new farmers, modernise council farms, and promote sustainable agriculture.
The Perfume Shop to open in Bournemouth town centre
Ana, the store manager, said: "We’re happy to welcome our local community into our refreshed store.
New initiative launched to tackle men's mental health
A new initiative has been launched to tackle men's mental health.
National Trust events happening across Dorset this Christmas
The National Trust has revealed a range of festive activities happening across its sites in Dorset.
Fireworks display to be held to honour lost loved ones
Light Up the Prom will be held at Bournemouth Pier Approach on 3 November 2025, with fireworks, choir, and a candlelit display for lost loved ones. NHS charity event.
Independent jewellers offering new and vintage pieces opens in Southbourne
A new independent jewellers has opened its doors in Southbourne high street.
'Quaint and quirky' cafe in heart of New Forest named among world's best
A 'QUAINT' and 'quirky' cafe in the heart of the New Forest has been named among the world's best.
'Losing Sean has left a huge hole in our hearts'
A FAMILY from Poole has completed a 45-mile walk in memory of their son and brother, who tragically took his own life in October 2022.
Fire service confirm cause of huge warehouse blaze
THE cause of a large fire at a boat centre was sparked due to an electrical fault.
Bumper to bumper traffic due to 'broken down vehicle'
Traffic queues on the A31 after a vehicle broke down.
Popular tourist attraction to close due to storm
A popular Dorset attraction will be closed on Saturday due to Storm Amy.
Contentious town councils plan is recommended for approval
Recommendations to establish three new town councils has been approved by Cabinet.
Storm Amy: Met Office issues weather warning for BCP
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for strong winds in the south west.
“What we’re agreeing is a loan, not a permanent transfer”
Cabinet Members have passed recommendations that land in Kings Park be transferred to AFC Bournemouth.
Hardware store open since 1922 shuts its door this weekend
This weekend is the last chance shoppers in Christchurch will be able to shop at a hardware store which has been open for more than a century.
Drivers charged in connection with crash that killed pedestrian
Two motorists in their 20s have been charged following a fatal collision with a pedestrian in his 60s.
'Exceptional' forest estate with pool and air hangar for sale for £16.5 million
A country estate set in 405 acres of ancient woodland in the New Forest has been listed for sale at £16.5 million, coming with its own hangar and pool.
Camping shop shuts after nearly 50 years
A camping shop in the New Forest has shut its doors after nearly 50 years.
BCP resident card scheme recommended for approval to boost town centres
Cabinet members have passed recommendations to approve the Resident Card scheme.
Fears New Forest parking charges could harm wildlife and communities
Controversial parking charges are set to be introduced in the New Forest from next year
Church saved from collapse officially unveiled after £100k restoration
A historic Dorset church saved from collapse has been officially unveiled.
Manchester synagogue victim believed to have been shot by police
Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson said one of the victims died after apparently being injured by a police gunshot.
Young people seen 'shouting, screaming, smashing glass and being abusive'
THERE has been more reports of anti-social behaviour in Dorchester, prompting officers to engage with young people in the town
Inadequate parking fears at site that could create 15 jobs
A NEW building for the Granby Industrial Estate could provide work for 15 people, but concerns have been raised about parking
Second man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after 'stabbing'
Police have made a further arrest following a suspected 'stabbing' in Sturminster Newton.
MP calls for government action after Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla
MP is urging UK government to condemn Israel interception to global sumud flotilla and stand up for British citizens.
Criminal psychologists investigate Bournemouth murder in new series
Criminal psychologists dive into Bournemouth murder in new true crime series, Murder in Mind.
Sir David Jason to take centre stage at Bournemouth Pavilion
Sir David Jason is set to entertain fans in Bournemouth.
REVIEW: Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Standing Up For Truth, Lighthouse Poole
The world renowned Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra began its new season at Lighthouse Poole with what can only be described as an absolute barnstormer.
Patricia Routledge, star of Keeping Up Appearances, dies aged 96
Actress Dame Patricia Routledge, known for Keeping Up Appearances, has died aged 96.
HMRC warning of fines ahead of Sunday's 'crucial' deadline
The deadline to register for self-assessment is October 5 2025, this Sunday. Missing it can trigger HMRC fines and delay any tax refunds or reliefs you are entitled to.
Aldi makes 'powerful' change that aims to 'provide comfort' for shoppers
Aldi is making a "powerful" change to the packaging of its Mamia Baby Wipes, offering mental health messaging to signpost services to parents
Primark warns parents to stop their children playing with toy after recall
Primark has warned customers to stop using the product immediately and return it to any Primark store without needing proof of purchase
Is Covid back? Brits complain about 'being messed up' as autumn variant appears
A new strain of Covid is currently sweeping the UK leaving Brits bedbound and 'messed up'.
Jewellery stolen in evening burglary
Dorset Police appeal for witnesses after jewellery theft in Marnhull burglary at an address off Burton Street, 16 September 2025. CCTV and information sought.
Theatre company to bring Beauty and the Beast to Swanage
The production will feature popular musical numbers such as Be Our Guest and Tale as Old as Time.
Magician who performed for King Charles coming to Dorset
Cross's show is designed for an audience of 25 people or fewer, and features close-up magic performances.
Home Office ‘missed opportunities’ to assess asylum seeker who took his own life
A coroner has ruled the Home Office “missed opportunities” to assess the mental health of an asylum seeker before he was moved on to the Bibby Stockholm where he took his own life.
Formula 1
Why Lawson knows more is needed to secure his F1 seat
Liam Lawson looks like he's coming into form at just the right time. The New Zealander was in a world of pain after getting dropped by Red Bull after just two races earlier this year, but after a slow start at Racing Bulls, he's found his feet again at the sister team to reignite his chances of staying on the grid beyond the end of this season.
What the teams said – Friday in Singapore
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Friday practice at the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix.
Ride onboard as Piastri sets Friday pace in Singapore
Drivers' Championship leader Oscar Piastri set the pace on Friday ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, posting a 1m 30.714s as the quickest time.
Leclerc optimistic on Ferrari's chances despite 'very messy' FP2
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc admits that his Free Practice 2 running for the Singapore Grand Prix, which included a bizarre pit lane collision with Lando Norris, was "very messy" but believes "the pace is in the car".
How, when and where is the F1 Medical Car deployed?
When F1 drivers crash, the FIA Medical Car rushes to the scene. It's a high-performance machine with a racing driver at the wheel and a doctor in the passenger seat.
Hadjar plays down pace after P2 on Friday in Singapore
Isack Hadjar has moved to play down his pace after setting the second-fastest time in Friday practice at the Singapore Grand Prix, with the Racing Bulls driver insisting that “we’re not as fast as we look”.
Russell explains ‘annoying’ FP2 crash in Singapore
George Russell has apologised to Mercedes after crashing out of second practice for the Singapore Grand Prix, having lost some track time and left his mechanics with some more work to do overnight.
Verstappen content with Friday pace but wants more 'to fight at front'
Max Verstappen was left "quite satisfied" with his Friday running ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, but admits that he and Red Bull "definitely need a bit more pace to fight up at the front tomorrow".
Piastri tops FP2 in Singapore amid two red flags
Oscar Piastri topped Free Practice 2 for the Singapore Grand Prix as the one-hour session was disrupted by two red flags.
Norris ‘missing feelings I had last year’ in Singapore
Lando Norris was left to rue a “difficult” day after Friday’s track action at the Singapore Grand Prix, with the 2024 race winner stating that he is “missing all of the feelings that I had here last year”.
Alonso hails ‘best Friday’ of 2025 for Aston Martin so far
Fernando Alonso was naturally encouraged by his and Aston Martin’s performance on the first day of practice for the Singapore Grand Prix, saying the team feel “more optimistic” about their chances than at the last two races.
Windows Central
Microsoft is building a new OneDrive app for Windows 11 complete with redesigned gallery interface — here's your first look
OneDrive is getting its own dedicated app experience on Windows 11, complete with a new gallery view and modern interface.
I'm leaving Xbox Game Pass Ultimate in the dust — I just cancelled my subscription and moved to the new best tier instead
The recent price increase to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate has seriously reduced its value, making one of the service's alternative tiers the new best option (if you're able to use it well, that is).
Inside CraftGPT: The ambitious Minecraft chatbot built with 439 million blocks (that actually works)
Sammyuri is back with CraftGPT, a 5-million parameter chatbot built from 439 million blocks in Minecraft. It’s slow and simple, but still one of the most impressive AI experiments the game has ever seen.
Can Jensen Huang maintain Nvidia’s grip on AI as competitors rise amid geopolitical tensions?
Nvidia dominates AI with 94% of the GPU market and record revenue, but mounting pressure from Amazon, Google, China’s chip ban, and rising rivals is starting to test its grip.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 beta players run into big "You don't have access to the content" launch bug — here's the workaround fix
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 beta has officially kicked off in Early Access, but its launch has quite a big bug stopping players from getting in. Thankfully, there's a workaround fix.
Google aims new ads at Windows 10 holdouts — but will users really switch to Chromebooks?
With Windows 10 support ending in October 2025, Google is running an aggressive Chromebook campaign aimed at users left behind by Windows 11’s strict hardware requirements. But while Chromebooks offer cheap, secure alternatives, it remains to be seen if they can truly win over Windows loyalists.
NVIDIA's CEO says humans will be "busier in the future" as AI unlocks new opportunities in robotics, biotech, and design
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says AI is poised to create new fields of work in robotics, biotech, and design that will demand human intervention, creativity, and oversight.
Cloudflare updates "robots.txt" — what does that mean for the future of the web?
Cloudflare has introduced its Content Signals Policy, expanding robots.txt with new rules that let publishers control whether their content is used for search, AI answers, or AI training.
Microsoft wants to ditch NVIDIA and AMD chips for in-house custom silicon
Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott recently indicated that the company wants to use its own AI chips across data centers, potentially moving away from an over-reliance on AMD and NVIDIA.
"Peak AI slop achieved!" — OpenAI’s Sora 2 redefines deepfakes, launches a TikTok clone, and blows minds
OpenAI recently launched an upgraded AI video generator called Sora 2 alongside a new TikTok-style social app where content can be shared. I'm not entirely sure how I feel about it.
Laffgaff
In what European city are the famous Tivoli Gardens?
Copenhagen.
Slack Rope
I'm struggling to get the slack out of a rope even after instruction. I guess some things just can't be taut.