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Conservatives to pledge £5,000 tax rebate for young homebuyers
Speaking at the party's conference, Shadow chancellor Mel Stride will say the proposal will be funded by cuts to public spending worth £47bn.
As Gisèle Pelicot faces one of her rapists in court, what has changed in France?
Gisèle Pelicot's dominant stance was seen as a moment in France's MeToo movement but the enthusiasm appears to be wilting.
The true extent of cyber attacks on UK business - and the weak spots that allow them to happen
Are this year's major attacks the "cumulative effect of a kind of inaction on cyber security" from the government and big business?
Jaguar Land Rover to restart some production after cyber-attack
Work is to resume first at the carmaker's engine factory in Wolverhampton on Monday.
Survivor describes moment 'monster' attacked synagogue
Alan Levy recalled the moment Jihad A-Shamie tried to get into the synagogue that he and other worshippers had barricaded.
Eastenders' Kellie Bright on the challenges of being a Send parent
The soap actor meets families fighting for their children’s education for BBC Panorama.
Watch: Will President Trump get a Nobel Peace Prize?
The BBC asked Americans in Washington what they think the US president needs to do to earn the prestigious award.
Apple and Samsung users could be due share of £480m payout
Consumer group Which? is taking tech giant Qualcomm to the Competition Appeal Tribunal in London on Monday.
Why time matters for Tory MPs deciding Kemi Badenoch's future
For many Tory MPs looking at Kemi Badenoch's leadership, they are already wondering how much more time she needs to turn around the party's fortunes.
'Police could get power to ban protests' and 'PM must come clean over China'
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has said police could be allowed to ban protests outright, the Times reports.
India wants to lure its best minds back from the US - but it won't be easy
Driving reverse migration from the US at scale will require a concerted effort that's currently missing, experts say.
BBC finds Russian guards, Iranian trucks and rusting railway on Trump's Caucasus peace route
The planned Trump Route in the South Caucasus could reshape the geopolitics of a region that borders Russia and Iran.
Does your relationship have a swag gap, and is that always a bad thing?
People on TikTok are lamenting past relationships they've described as having swag gaps - an obvious style difference.
How China is challenging Nvidia's AI chip dominance
Beijing has urged local firms to use homemade chips. But is China ready to turn away from Nvidia?
The indigenous weavers who aim for empowerment over exploitation
The makers of Colombia's popular mochila bags can earn good money, but are at risk of being underpaid.
Cavers safe after 30-hour rescue during Storm Amy
Rescue teams battled severe weather and flooding at Dowber Gill Passage in the Yorkshire Dales.
Jim Gavin exits Irish presidential race 'with immediate effect'
He said in a statement he had "made a mistake that was not in keeping with my character and the standards I set myself".
Buyers could save hundreds in new house buying shakeup
Housing Secretary Steve Reed claims the changes would "fix the broken system" and put more money "back into working people's pockets".
First celebrity leaves Strictly after dance-off
Two couples squared off against each other on Sunday night, leading to one pair departing the show.
Trump sends troops from California to Portland after court denies deployment
The move appears aimed at circumventing a court order that barred deploying troops in Portland.
Queen leads tributes to 'wonderfully witty friend' Dame Jilly Cooper
Rivals author died aged 88 after a fall, with Queen wishing her a "hereafter filled with impossibly handsome men and devoted dogs".
Footage shows Jihad Al-Shamie before attack
Footage given to the BBC shows a man matching the description of the attacker given by witnesses.
Chris Mason: Bleak reality of opposition sets in for Conservatives
The Conservative Party, so often and for so long the dominating force in British politics, is a shrivelled version of its usual self.
First-year resident doctors back strike action over jobs shortage
British Medical Association say 30,000 medics were chasing 10,000 jobs this year.
US Supreme Court rejects Ghislaine Maxwell appeal in Epstein case
The British socialite is serving a 20-year prison sentence on sex-trafficking charges related to former boyfriend Jeffrey Epstein.
France in fresh political crisis as PM Lecornu quits after 26 days
Lecornu criticised the "partisan appetites" of political factions, who he said had refused to compromise.
No 10 denies government involved in collapse of China spying case
Downing Street says the CPS decision to drop charges was made "entirely independently of government".
Alarming number of people now vape, says WHO
More than 100 million people, including at least 15 million children, use e-cigarettes, fuelling a new wave of nicotine addiction, say experts.
EastEnders' Kellie Bright on the challenges of being parent of an autistic child
The soap actor meets families fighting for their children’s education for BBC Panorama.
What are the key sticking points in Trump's Gaza peace plan?
Negotiators from Israel and Hamas are heading to Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, to start indirect talks about ending the Israel-Gaza war.
Watch: Jilly Cooper's surprise cameo in hit TV series Rivals
The late author appeared in the TV adaptation of her 1988 novel last year.
The true cost of cyber attacks - and the business weak spots that allow them to happen
Are this year's major attacks the "cumulative effect of a kind of inaction on cyber security" from the government and big business?
Chris Mason: Why protests have started a debate over 'Britishness'
Against the backdrop of grief after the Manchester attack, there is debate about which tenets should be fundamental in our society, writes Chris Mason.
Masterpiece murals by Hogarth open to public after £9.5m hospital restoration
The restoration of the north wing has "recaptured its beauty and dignity", the project teams says.
Man held over suspected arson at Peacehaven mosque
The front entrance of the building and a car parked outside were damaged, Sussex Police say.
Nottingham attacks victim awarded George Medal for protecting friend from killer
The medical student "made the ultimate sacrifice" as she tried to defend her friend Barnaby Webber.
Conservatives pledge £5,000 tax rebate for young home buyers
Shadow chancellor Mel Stride will say the plans will be funded by cuts to public spending worth £47bn.
Scientists win Nobel Prize for discovering why immune system does not destroy the body
The prize-winning discovery explains how the immune system attacks hostile infections, but not the body's own cells.
Vape caused fire that killed girl, 6, court told
Chamiah Brindley died when a charger caught fire in her attic room which had its windows nailed shut.
Men jailed for violence outside Essex asylum hotel
The three men were "motivated by hostilities" towards asylum seekers, a court is told.
Bournemouth Echo
Jailed in September: Rapists, arsonist and stabbing attacks
CRIMINALS jailed in September include rapists, a serial arsonist and stabbing attacks in Bournemouth.
'Treasure trove for unique items' to open third branch in county
On its website, the store is described as a "treasure trove for those seeking unique items", saying it is a "collective mall".
'Standing up for residents and holding the council accountable'
As your elected representative in Parliament, listening and acting in your best interests drives what I do. That should be the case for local government representatives too.
LIVE: A31 closed by police after reported 'two vehicle crash and fire'
The A31 has been closed this afternoon in both directions due to a crash
'One last chance' to stop incinerator as campaigners prepare for showdown in court
CAMPAIGNERS have 'one last chance' to stop a controversial project to build a waste incinerator on Portland
Killer hornet sighted in Dorset
There has been a confirmed sighting of an invasive species in Dorset
All the cabinet decisions from last week's BCP Council meeting
BCP Council’s Cabinet discussed issues from financial oversight to environmental planning.
Hairdresser offers weekly free haircuts after own battle with financial difficulties
Georgia Chappels, 40, has started a community haircuts project, designed to help those dealing with financial difficulties.
Suspected stolen bike recovered in Bournemouth
OFFICERS are releasing an image of a suspected stolen bike in a bid to reunite it with its owner.
Dog attacked and owner 'bitten'
A dog and its owner were reportedly attacked by another dog in Dorset
In The Dock: Woman made off without paying for £100 nailset
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
New M&S store will be 'triple the size' of existing store if plans are approved
THE new Marks and Spencer will be ‘triple the size’ of the town centre branch, with the retailer confirming the existing store will close.
Man ‘kicked victim in face’ and blocked his breathing in violent assault
A MAN ‘kicked a victim in the face’ before blocking his breathing in a violent assault.
Man charged with attempted murder and assault by beating
A MAN has been charged with attempted murder and assault by beating following an alleged stabbing in Sturminster Newton.
Garden centre spreading festive cheer with launch of Christmas section
IT'S beginning to look a lot like Christmas at this garden centre, which has already unveiled its tree-mendous festive display.
Author Dame Jilly Cooper dies aged 88
Author Dame Jilly Cooper's children said her "unexpected death" came as a "complete shock"
"You will be shocked by the change": Takeaway site 'super proud' of app
Takeaway site, Bournemouth Eats, have said that they're 'super proud' of their app.
Two hospitalised after crash near busy roundabout
Two people have been hospitalised following a crash in Poole.
Teenage girl ‘sexually assaulted by man at bus stop’
A TEENAGE girl was reportedly grabbed and sexually assaulted by a man at a bus stop.
The cosy 17th century thatched country pub with regular New Forest pony visitors
The Royal Oak at North Gorley is a cosy 17th Century thatched country pub boasting grazing New Forest pony, pigs and cattle visitors.
New Forest holiday park unveils spooky 'human cauldron' hot tub for guests
A New Forest holiday park has introduced a 'human cauldron' hot tub experience.
The tiny village with 'gentle' walks and pub that's 'an amazing find'
Frogham is a tiny village located within the New Forest in Hampshire, which is known for its surrounding heathland for walks and an "amazing" pub
"It's breaking me": Disabled man sleeps on sofa for 18 months due to mould in bedroom
A disabled dad of four has been forced to sleep on his sofa for the past 18 months after continuous problems with mould in his flat
Draconid meteor shower to join rare Harvest Moon in night sky over UK this week
The Draconid meteor shower is set to be active across night skies in the UK from October 6 to 10, peaking on October 8.
Sainsbury's and Argos hiring 19,000 workers ahead of the Christmas period
Sainsbury's and Argos are looking to hire some 19,000 staff members to help handle the surge of shoppers expected over the festive period.
Road partially blocked after accident near busy roundabout
A road in Poole is partially blocked after reports of an accident. Updates to follow.
MP visits Colehill pharmacy after closure reports
DORSET MP visited a pharmacy in Wimborne to showcase her support after reports of its closing down.
Man arrested after making threats to woman with knife
A MAN was arrested on suspicion of possession of a knife and making threats towards a woman.
Vehicle seized and driver investigated after reckless driving
RECKLESS driver’s vehicle has been seized after causing damage across a golf course in Fordingbridge.
Poole RNLI bids farewell to boat for disabled passengers
A POIGNANT farewell was held by the RNLI for Dolphin III as the vessel carried its final passengers around Poole Harbour.
Theft of two mobile phones at address in Christchurch
A THEFT of two mobile phones took place at an address in Christchurch.
Business advisory firm makes two strategic appointments
Azets appoints Helena Weare and Miran Khan as R&D tax managers, aiming to double its R&D revenues across the South by 2028.
Free networking event to be held by Dorset charity
A free networking event has been organised by a Dorset charity.
Historic church raises more than £10,000 with flower festival
Wimborne Minster Flower Festival raised more than £10,000 for church accessibility. Over 2,000 visitors enjoyed Dorset-themed floral displays at the Minster Church of St Cuthburga.
Series of events in Ringwood to mark Remembrance Sunday
Residents of Ringwood have been invited to a series of events to honour fallen service personnel.
Ellis Jones Solicitors recognised in Legal 500 directory
A Dorset law firm has been recognised in the Legal 500 directory.
Popular dog grooming business to open its fourth salon in Ringwood
For The Love of Dog opens fourth dog grooming salon in Ringwood this October, expanding from Poole, Christchurch, and Lymington. Compassionate care.
UK holiday park launches 'human cauldron' hot tub experience
A UK holiday park has launched a 'human cauldron' hot tub experience.
Free parking days announced in bid to support local businesses
New Forest District Council offers four free parking days in December to boost local shopping, support businesses and community events in New Forest.
Amazon warehouse offering internships for young adults
Amazon Poole offers supported internships for young adults with SEND, aged 18–25, via SWRAC. Gain workplace skills, mentoring, and a qualification.
Formula 1
All the key moments from the Singapore Grand Prix
Singapore put on another spectacular show over the weekend, with Mercedes’ George Russell charging to a surprise pole position and victory, McLaren sealing successive Teams’ Championships, title rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri clashing and much, much more...
How McLaren sealed back-to-back titles in 2025
F1 TV commentator Alex Jacques looks at the key factors behind McLaren's second consecutive Constructors' Championship title.
What the teams said – Race day in Singapore
The drivers and teams report back on all the action at the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix.
WATCH: McLaren's journey to the 2025 Teams' Championship
McLaren claimed the 2025 Constructors' Championship at the Singapore Grand Prix having been the class of the field this season with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
7 Winners and 6 Losers from Singapore
With George Russell celebrating victory and McLaren sealing back-to-back titles, who else stood out on the streets of Singapore? Lawrence Barretto reveals all...
Wolff praises 'formidable' Russell after Singapore victory
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has praised George Russell's "in control" performance en route to victory in the Singapore Grand Prix, claiming the Briton has "been formidable this year".
The unmissable off-track moments of the Singapore GP
From championship celebrations and full-circle moments to special lids and stars on the sidelines, discover the top off-track moments of the 2025 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix
The key stats behind McLaren’s latest title win
McLaren confirmed what was on the cards since the early stages of the 2025 season by securing the Teams’ Championship at the Singapore Grand Prix – the Woking-based squad having been the class of the field this year. With the dust settling on the Marina Bay weekend, F1.com presents the key statistics behind their achievement…
Ferrari 'struggling massively' as Leclerc frustrated by lack of pace
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc admits that "we are struggling massively with the car" after a lacklustre weekend in the Singapore Grand Prix for himself and team mate Lewis Hamilton.
Antonelli ‘disappointed’ with fifth in Singapore
Kimi Antonelli was left with mixed feelings after the Singapore Grand Prix, believing more was possible as his Mercedes team mate went on to secure victory around the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
Was a better result possible for McLaren in Singapore?
McLaren secured back-to-back Teams' titles in Singapore, but could a better race result have been on the cards?
Windows Central
Does the reduced SBMM playlist in the Black Ops 7 beta really have better server latency? — It's not quite that simple
A curious detail has emerged in the Black Ops 7 open beta, with players seeing lower latency (ping) when connected to the Open Moshpit. So what's going on?
Windows 11 Settings app gets major upgrades in 25H2
Windows 11's Settings app in 2025 introduced a slew of changes, including a new "Advanced" page and an AI agent for search. Key additions include Quick Machine Recovery, the ability to show the clock in the Notification Center, more Recall controls, and more.
Windows 10 End of Life is here — These are the best Windows 11 laptops to replace your old PC
Windows 10 is set to enter its end-of-life phase on October 14, and you might be wondering which Windows 11 laptop you should buy to replace your aging hardware. I make an argument for each of these 12 top-rated laptops.
"Advancing the entire AI ecosystem" — AMD and OpenAI announce bombshell computing deal worth tens of billions of dollars
AMD and OpenAI today announced a partnership that will see the former deliver 6 gigawatts of compute power over the next five years for OpenAI's next-gen infrastructure. Here's what you need to know.
The keyboard is basically free if you buy this Surface Pro 12-inch from Best Buy right now — but only for a limited time!
In honor of Amazon's Prime Day sales, Best Buy is doing some sales of its own, and right now you can grab a Surface Pro 12-inch with keyboard for less than the price of the tablet on its own.
Microsoft’s Windows 11 File Explorer still clunky? My favorite alternative just got a slick upgrade — with real‑time visual feedback on file operations
Windows 11's File Explorer app alternative, Files App, got a neat update in preview, adding new features, including a new "Discovering" Phase and improved "Cancel" button placement in the Status Center.
"Forever seems like a long time": Sam Altman doesn't want to live forever — even if AI promises God-like existence and eternal life
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he doesn't want to live forever, despite AI's probability of creating God-like forms of existence and eternal life.
Microsoft begins rolling out highly anticipated Taskbar feature for Windows 11 power users
Multiple-monitor users will finally be able to open the notification center on displays that aren't their primary monitor with the latest Windows 11 update.
Is Windows about to get interesting again?
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?
Beelink SER9 Pro review: Great performance in a small and affordable package, with support for a clever dock
The new Beelink SER9 Pro is an affordable premium mini PC with great performance for productivity or creative workflows. It can also do a bit of gaming, and is an all round pleasure to use.
Laffgaff
Which sitcom starred Ed O’Neill as Jay Pritchett?
Modern Family.
One Man Band
I got some cymbals for my one man band act. Now my trousers clash.
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