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Watch: Scenes of celebration in Gaza after Trump's announcement
Palestinians celebrate on the streets of Khan Younis after the first phase of a Gaza peace deal was agreed.
'Half my mind is still in Gaza': Evacuated teacher begins studies in UK
Sanaa el-Azab is one of 58 people who have been evacuated from Gaza to study at universities in the UK on scholarships.
Young children taking knives to school, BBC finds
Incidents of young children bringing knives into primary schools have been revealed by a BBC investigation.
America's top banker sounds warning on US stock market fall
Dimon said he was "far more worried than others" about the potential for a stock market correction.
How Britain's membership of the ECHR became a political hot potato
The extent to which leaving the Convention would make a difference to immigration has been greatly exaggerated, argues Lord Sumption
Stars, secrets and slip-ups: Celebrity Traitors is off to a cracking start
Stephen Fry, Celia Imrie and Alan Carr are among the stars sitting at the round table in the new series.
Have Russians set up a military base in my childhood home?
Satellite images show the house where the BBC's Vitaly Shevchenko grew up could now be a Russian base.
China tightens export rules for crucial rare earths
The announcement comes ahead of a meeting between China's President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump later this month.
King Charles hopes nature film will 'inspire' viewers
The King to appear in Amazon documentary encouraging people to work with rather than against nature.
Inside the room where Nobel Peace Prize is decided – but will Trump get his wish?
For the first time in its 125-year history, the committee allows an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse.
'I cried every day': Victoria Beckham tells of fashion woes in new Netflix doc
The former Spice Girl's new Netflix documentary has landed - under the shadow of a reported family feud.
The Papers: 'I'll axe stamp duty' and 'My Maddie hoax agony'
The Tories vow to scrap some stamp duty and Madeleine McCann's parents give evidence in an alleged stalking case
The battle for Scotland's flag: Why the right has adopted the saltire
The saltire has long been embraced by supporters of Scottish independence – but now it is being unfurled for a different cause.
Inside one battle-scarred Gaza building, displaced families tell the story of the war
The Skeik building, in a quiet road in western Gaza City, has seen many families pass through it since the war began.
Chris Mason: Badenoch hopes to grab attention with policy blitz
The Tory leader's conference speech included a new pledge to scrap stamp duty on the purchase of main homes.
Parents of fugitive New Zealand dad apologise for 'trouble' caused
It is the first time they have spoken publicly since Phillips was shot dead by police during a manhunt.
Too-loud ads annoying you while streaming? California's put a stop to that
The state, home to Netflix and Hulu, has declared volume on commercials cannot be louder than the video content people are watching.
Liberal Democrat membership has halved in 5 years
Analysis of available figures shows the number of party members has fallen by 49% since August 2020.
Baroness Lawrence calls for new investigation after killer admits attack
She said it was 'shocking' that police had known about David Norris's admission that he took part in the racist attack.
Troops cheated hearing tests, says ex-marine suing MoD
About 10,000 former military personnel are suing the Ministry of Defence over hearing loss.
No more veggie burgers? EU parliament votes to ban meat names for plant-based foods
Pressure to ban meat labels for plant-based products comes from Europe's livestock farmers.
Jeremy Bowen: There's now a realistic chance of ending the war - but it's not over yet
For the first time since the Hamas attacks on Israel two years ago, there is a realistic chance of ending the horrors
What has been agreed and what happens next
Israel's security cabinet are expected to meet at 17:00 Israel time (15:00 BST) to formally vote on the first phase of the plan.
Former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood charged with four counts of rape
He is also charged with nine counts of indecent assault and two counts of sexual assault.
Man who appealed Pelicot rape conviction handed longer jail term
A French court increases by a year the jail term of the only man who challenged his conviction for raping Gisèle Pelicot.
Madeleine McCann’s sister tells trial alleged stalker sent her 'creepy' messages
Amelie McCann tells a stalking trial that messages from Julia Wandelt "played with my emotions".
Tesla investigated over self-driving cars on wrong side of road
The US government said approximately 2.9 million cars could be impacted by the investigation.
Met officers face fast-track hearings after Panorama investigation
The police watchdog says it is launching accelerated disciplinary hearings following a BBC Panorama investigation.
My eating disorder made me good at lying, says Victoria Beckham
The former Spice Girl's new Netflix documentary has landed - under the shadow of a reported family feud.
Water bills to rise further for millions after regulator backs extra price increases
Five water companies win permission for higher bills as they seek more funds to fix outdated infrastructure.
From Happy Valley to Riot Women: Why writer Sally Wainwright wants to shout about menopause
The writer returns with a show about a female rock band, and the "middle squeeze" on midlife women.
Stars, secrets and slip-ups: Celebrity Traitors is off to a cracking start
Stephen Fry, Celia Imrie and Alan Carr are among the stars sitting at the round table in the new series.
From the fishing trip to a Gavin & Stacey film - five things Jones and Corden's book reveals
What can we expect from the new book When Gavin Met Stacey And Everything In Between?
Five ways abolishing stamp duty could change the housing market
Kemi Badenoch says a future Conservative government would scrap stamp duty, but what might the impact be?
'I missed a £100 council tax bill while in hospital – the debt ballooned to £6k'
The government says it is taking action to protect people from “aggressive collection practices”.
Lyse Doucet: Gaza deal is a huge moment but this is just the beginning
The BBC's Lyse Doucet reflects on how long-awaited negotiations to move forward, not further back, appear to be succeeding.
Palestinians celebrate but fear confronting grief
People in Gaza celebrate a potential end to the war, but know it will mean facing the grief they have put aside.
Israelis delight at deal to return hostages
"I can't quite believe this is actually happening, we've been waiting for so long," said Gil Dickman, cousin of hostage Carmel Gat.
Pubs could stay open longer and host more live music under licensing reforms
Changes to licensing rules could see relaxed rules around live music and serving food outside.
Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Literature Prize
He was recognised “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art”.
America's top banker sounds warning on US stock market fall
Jamie Dimon said he was "far more worried than others" about the potential for a stock market correction.
All Post Office Horizon victims entitled to free legal advice for first time
Responding to the first stage of the inquiry into the scandal, the government said it had accepted all but one of the recommendations.
Children as young as four taking knives into school, BBC finds
Incidents of young children bringing knives into primary schools have been revealed by a BBC investigation.
Bournemouth Echo
The history and meaning behind Bournemouth's iconic name
Bournemouth is globally renowned as a vibrant, modern coastal resort, yet the story behind its simple, descriptive name — the "mouth of the Bourne" — stretches back centuries before the first Victorian holidaymaker arrived.
Inquest opens into death of retired carpenter
An inquest has opened into the death of a man from Ringwood who died at Christchurch Hospital.
Paw-some! Dog disco makes tails wag in Southbourne
A much loved dog disco returned to Southbourne Sobo Beach this autumn, bringing together dogs, their owners and the community for a day packed with music, laughter, and wagging tails all in support of great causes.
Businesses and trade groups save Bournemouth Christmas lights
Bournemouth's Christmas lights have been saved once again, following the combined efforts of businesses, traders and Coastal BID.
New driving school in Poole promises to put learners on the road to success
A NEW driving school has opened their doors in Poole offering theory classes and support to learner drivers.
The village sweet shop where locals queue for 'fresh cake Friday'
Dotty's opened in January 2025 - a sweet treat shop in Lytchett Matravers run by Zoe Rawlings.
New pan Asian restaurant opens with 'smaller, carefully curated' menu
NEW restaurant offering noodles dishes from across southeast Asia has opened their doors to customers this week.
Family slapped with parking fine after traffic chaos trapped them in supermarket
A FAMILY have been slapped with a parking fine after traffic chaos trapped shoppers in a supermarket.
Man from Poole dies following hospital procedure
An inquest has opened into the death of a man from Poole.
Inquest opens after woman dies in care home
An inquest has opened into the death of a woman from Blandford.
‘Bournemouth has high-value and talent – that’s why we’re investing £350million’
Bournemouth has high-valued and talented people and that is why JP Morgan Chase is investing £350million in the town, says CEO.
Air ambulance attending 'serious' crash with car on its roof
There are reports of crash in Kinson Road
Development of almost 100 new homes approved
A 95-HOME development on land east of Wareham Road in Lytchett Matravers has been approved - despite receiving over 250 objections from residents and the parish council.
Man taken to hospital after 'serious' crash in Bournemouth
A man was taken to hospital on Thursday afternoon a car overturned in a "serious" crash Bournemouth.
Family of hedgehogs rescued from army base home
A FAMILY of hedgehogs has been rescued after being discovered at a home on a Dorset army base
Gang members jailed after stealing more than £2m of cars
Members of a criminal gang who stole more than £2million worth of cars from three different counties have been jailed
EV drivers 'being ripped off at council car parks'
MOTORISTS using electric vehicle charging points in Dorset Council-owned car parks are being ripped off, according to councillors.
6 pets at RSPCA Dorset who are searching for loving new homes
A number of pets at Dorset RSPCA branches in Ashley Heath and Dorchester are looking to find loving new homes.
Dog killed and owner seriously injured by drunk driver
A dog was killed and its owner seriously injured by a drunk driver, court documents show.
Reform defectors 'lack mettle' suggests Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch
Tory defectors to Reform UK lacked mettle, Kemi Badenoch has suggested, as she said her party needs backers who are not going to "jump into whatever lifeboat they think is passing by".
Business enters liquidation after 65 years in town
Heavens of Bridport, which has served the area for more than six decades, has entered liquidation, it confirmed tonight.
In The Dock: Man caught with kitchen knife in town centre
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Disqualified driver seriously injured man in crash
A disqualified driver seriously injured a man in a crash, court documents show.
Met Police charges former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood with four counts of rape
Former BBC Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood, 68, has been charged with sexual offences against seven women.
Man allegedly racially abuses and grabs victim by face
A man allegedly grabbed another man by the face and racially abused him in Sherborne late last month.
Man smashed emergency exit glass on bus
A man reportedly smashed the emergency exit of a bus after he kicked it in Poole last month.
Strikes at Bournemouth Airport called off after workers accept pay deal
Strikes at Bournemouth Airport have been called off, after workers accepted an improved offer from the employer.
Missing Bournemouth man found by police
A MISSING man last seen in Bournemouth has been found by police.
REVIEW: TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, Mayflower Theatre, Southampton
She's one of the music industry's most iconic stars – but behind the incredible success of Tina Turner lies a world of pain, and a life-long struggling for acceptance.
Men 'poured liquid over woman’s head and stamped on glasses' in reported hate crime
TWO men reportedly poured liquid over a woman’s head after stealing and stamping on her glasses in an alleged hate crime.
Tory group leader 'sad and disappointed' after councillors defect to Reform
BCP Council has gained its first Reform councillors after defection from the Conservative party.
'Prolific' shoplifter who targeted Bournemouth stores jailed
A 'prolific' shoplifter who breached his restraining order has been jailed.
Derelict site earmarked for developed found ablaze
A DERELICT site earmarked for development was found on fire, with emergency services called to the incident.
Millions miss out on HMRC payout as homeworking tax relief claims fall
Work from home? New HMRC data shows claims for working-from-home tax relief have collapsed by almost 90% since the pandemic.
Martin Lewis gives update as 14 million drivers due £700 compensation payouts
Martin Lewis has updated drivers as 14 million are due £700 compensation payouts, under the UK financial watchdog’s proposed scheme.
Giant fish-eating spider close to extinction makes incredible comeback to the UK
Fen Raft Spiders are one of the rarest species in the UK.
Drivers warned they risk £1,000 fines for parking on their street this winter
Motorists not familiar with the Highway Code may be unaware of rule 248, which could see anyone parking on the road outside their home fined
Council asking for feedback after free summer concerts
Residents of the New Forest town New Milton are being asked for feedback following a series of summer concerts on a recreation ground.
Air ambulance invests £30 million in second helicopter purchase
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance invests £30m for a second helicopter to meet rising demand, expand its life-saving services, and key modernisation projects.
Dorset charity to organise expedition to Great Wall of China
Reflecting on her previous trek, former participant Lucy Mander said: "It was such an incredible experience, definitely one on my bucket list.
Colleagues raise thousands of pounds in memory of man who died
4Com staff in Bournemouth raise £7,768.88 for Forest Holme Hospice with a 24-hour Moveathon in memory of Ben Standish.
Bar steward to hold first solo art exhibition at arts centre
Poole artist Katie Munro debuts solo exhibition "Beneath the Surface" at Lighthouse arts centre, exploring mental health, empowerment, strength, calmness, and joy. On until 25 October.
Free birdwatching trips and conservation events for teenagers
Free birdwatching and conservation events for teens announced, including boat cruises and careers talks.
Residents and staff mark World Smile Day with acts of kindness
Colten Care homes across Dorset, Hampshire, and Sussex marked World Smile Day with acts of kindness, fun activities, and community outreach.
Dorset business leaders recognised for 20 years of contribution
Dorset Business Mentors marks 20 years of supporting local entrepreneurs and economic growth. Over 2,500 businesses have benefited from expert mentorship.
Joyful competition for adults with learning difficulties takes place
Brockenhurst College was the venue for the annual inter-Gateway Club sports competition for adults with learning disabilities, with 11 teams competing and Bournemouth A winning.
Residents' panel set to shape climate action for the county
Dorset Council is forming a citizens’ climate panel of 22 residents to shape local action on flooding, coastal erosion and climate change resilience in Dorset.
Care home residents enjoy day cheering on dogs at muddy dash
St Ives House care home residents enjoyed the Muddy Dog Dash at Avon Heath Country Park, organised by Lewis-Manning Hospice Care in a fun charity event.
Live show celebrating 'rebellious spirit' to come to Wimborne
A live show celebrating the late '70s and early '80s punk and new wave music will be coming to Wimborne.
Supermarkets remove best before dates from fruit and vegetables
UK supermarkets including Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda remove best before dates from fresh produce to cut food waste. Food labelling explained.
Buoys marking speed limit to be removed at three bays
Buoys marking a 5-knot speed limit to be removed at Studland, Swanage Bays, and Kimmeridge from 13–17 October 2025. Mariners urged to navigate with caution.
'Brilliant' recyclers in Dorset praised at awards ceremony
Win on Waste celebrates Dorset recycling champions at awards ceremony. Winners include Circular 11, Dave Taylor, and Card Makers for Sudan project.
Princess Royal visits Bournemouth residential service
The Princess Royal visited Bournemouth’s Shaftesbury Ivy Lodge, meeting residents with neurodivergences, learning disabilities and staff at the supported living service.
The Littledown Centre announces packed programme of autumn events
Discover Littledown Centre’s autumn events: quizzes, discos, markets, fireworks, and more. Operated by BH Live in partnership with BCP Council. Book tickets now.
Bournemouth restaurant sells festive celebrations for businesses
Book your festive celebration at Elevate Brasserie Bar, Bournemouth International Centre. Festive packages, set menus, carvery, and group bookings available.
Cinema launches affordable family films for £5 a ticket
The programme is set to cater to children up to 15 years old and will include creative workshops themed around films.
Survey launched to determine housing needs in Purbeck
Dorset Council and Langton Matravers Parish Council launch Isle of Purbeck housing needs survey to determine housing needs; closes 13 October 2025.
Football legend visits club for visually impaired children
At the training session, Mr Barnes joined in with training and took to the stage once again to perform with the children.
Dorset Council backs 'emotional' new film to recruit foster carers
Dorset Council is backing the launch of 'The Run,' a fostering awareness film created by ReelTwentyFive.
Children's author visits primary school to 'spark imaginations'
Children’s author Annelise Gray visited St Luke’s CE Primary School to spark imaginations with storytelling, signing pre-ordered books, and a creative workshop.
Formula 1
Ranking McLaren’s 10 Teams’ Championship triumphs
The Singapore Grand Prix marked a milestone moment for McLaren, the squad sealing the 10th Teams’ Championship of their long and storied history. Having so far achieved 12 wins, 28 podiums and a whopping 650 points in 2025, the Woking-based outfit wrapped up the title with six rounds of the campaign remaining.
How F1 became pop music’s fastest obsession
From music legends to today’s superstars, Formula 1 has been a pop music inspiration for decades. Discover how artists have celebrated the sport’s speed, glamour, and drama – from classic hits to today’s chart-toppers.
The impact of Mercedes and Red Bull’s Singapore updates
Red Bull and Mercedes were the only two teams to list new development parts at Singapore – and it included revised front wings for both cars.
Aston Martin 'will get it right next year’ – Cardile
Aston Martin’s new Chief Technical Officer Enrico Cardile has insisted that the team are “going to get it right next year” – though he stopped short of predicting at what point of the season this could happen.
Wolff on how ‘underwhelming’ comment affected Antonelli
Toto Wolff believes that his comments on Kimi Antonelli’s “underwhelming” weekend at Monza might have helped to motivate the youngster, with the Mercedes boss suggesting that it “lit a fire under the a***” of the rookie following two stronger outings in Baku and Singapore.
When Schumacher collided with Villeneuve at Jerez
At No. 4, Jacques Villeneuve shares his memories of the 1997 European Grand Prix weekend – where the Williams driver beat Ferrari rival Michael Schumacher to the title after a bizarre Qualifying session and controversial banging of wheels on race day – with Mike Seymour.
Windows Central
This is the best Battlefield 6 preorder deal I've found before launch — get everything EA's huge new FPS has to offer for less
Battlefield 6 is poised to cement itself as one of 2025's best games, and you can score its best edition for less with this deal.
Even two years old, the HyperX CloudX is still one of the best Xbox and PC gaming headsets — and it’s now just $39.99
The affordable and high-quality HyperX CloudX gaming headset for Xbox and PC is enjoying a modest 20% on Amazon for Amazon Prime Day.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 just crossed this huge sales milestone — and to celebrate a free update with a new region, challenging fights, and more is on the way
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 crosses 5 million copies sold, and a free update is coming that'll add more costumes and bosses to fight.
This Dell Inspiron 14 Plus deal drops the price to just $499 — and it’s packed with premium features
Dell's 14 Plus is perhaps a bit too expensive at the regular $1,000 price, but the decision to cut the cost in half for a limited time just seems like overkill. Here's why I think this is the laptop deal to beat.
Can I play Battlefield 6 on Steam Deck, ROG Xbox Ally, and other gaming handheld PCs?
One of the biggest new games coming shortly to Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PS5 is Battlefield 6. But can it run on gaming handhelds, too?
I bought this wireless keyboard for my handheld gaming PCs and it's one of the best purchases I've ever made — I've used it with Legion Go 2, ROG Ally X, and more
I bought this foldable Bluetooth keyboard for my handheld gaming PCs and it's made interacting with certain menus and typing into certain games much easier.
11 cheap handheld gaming PC accessories that transformed my play sessions — and they work with Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Legion Go, and more
I've spent hundreds of hours across my various handheld gaming PCs, and these are the accessories I recommend most for all of them.
This Geekom Mini PC deal includes a secret discount code — and it’s already under $500
I've tested several Geekom mini PCs and have found these devices to be reliable and convenient. Right now, you can use our special code to get a great deal on an already discounted mini PC.
Microsoft flips the switch: Word will now save new documents to OneDrive by default — and that changes everything
A new update for Word has changed how the app handles new documents. Going forward, the app will automatically save everything to OneDrive with autosave enabled.
Thought Xbox console deals were extinct? This one comes with freebies
The Xbox console lineup has got more expensive again, and there's an alarming lack of deals. Fortunately, I found one that's reduced and throws in some free stuff, too.
October’s Xbox Game Pass drop is the kind of lineup we dream about
More games are headed to Xbox Game Pass in the coming weeks, including two Xbox first-party titles with Keeper and Ninja Gaiden 4.
How a dual‑monitor mount completely changed the way I game and work
If you have two monitors taking up space on your desk, this is one accessory I can't recommend enough. The fact that it's currently 31% doesn't hurt, either, but it's only on sale for a limited time.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 WILL have open matchmaking at launch after player feedback from the beta
Call of Duty's players have been heard, and Activision has confirmed the open matchmaking trialed in the Black Ops 7 beta will carry over to the full release.
Legion Go 2 vs original: side‑by‑side photos reveal key design upgrades
I took dozens of pictures comparing the physical design differences between the Legion Go 2 and the original Legion Go. See how these handheld gaming PCs compare.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 might not be a cheater infested mess after all — Activision claims a near perfect success rate in the beta
Black Ops 6 and Warzone have been a cheater-fueled nightmare over the past year, but changes made with the Black Ops 7 beta might make for a different story.
Windows 10 reaches end of life in 2025 — and upgrading to Windows 11 is easier than you think
As support for Windows 10 comes to an end, you can now upgrade to Windows 11 version 25H2 through Windows Update or using the Installation Assistant.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate just got more expensive — but PC Game Pass is fighting back
In the wake of Microsoft raising the monthly fee for PC Game Pass, Newegg has offered a special discount for three months of game time that will be cheaper in the long run than its upcoming price hike.
3 worst Battlefield launches of all time — and why Battlefield 6 could be different
The Battlefield series has a history of bad launches, with everything from broken multiplayer to massive bugs to missing features. Can Battlefield 6 get it right when it launches on October 10?
I tried Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on the Xbox One and it's never been more obvious we need to leave the past behind
I'd completely missed that Black Ops 7 will be available on last-gen consoles, and I think it's a mistake. At least right now.
Intel bets big on Panther Lake — its first 2nm chips promise major gains for 2026 and beyond
During Intel Tech Tour 2025, the next-gen Panther Lake platform was fully unveiled, built on a brand-new processing node for better performance and efficiency.
Inside Intel’s Fab 52 — the Arizona mega foundry building the future of 2nm chips
During Intel Tech Tour 2025, I got the chance to tour Fab 52, Intel's latest (and biggest) foundry for building chips on the brand-new 18A process node.
Intel Arc GPUs receive major upgrades on Panther Lake with XeSS 3 and Xe3 cores
Intel has revealed a ton of information about Panther Lake, a new platform of mobile chips landing in 2026. Part of the platform? Upgraded Intel Arc GPUs.
Panther Lake handhelds are coming — and they could give AMD’s Xbox Ally X a run for its money
During Intel Tech Tour 2025, Intel teased that its next-generation Panther Lake chips will appear in gaming handhelds in the future, and I'm excited to see it.
Xbox sees multiple games in the top 20 bestsellers for August in the U.S. — while NBA 2K26 takes the top spot
The August 2025 sales charts from Circana show multiple Xbox games in the top 20 bestsellers for the U.S, while NBA 2K26 claimed the top spot.
Laffgaff
What color coat does cartoon detective Dick Tracy wear?
Yellow.
How Many Birds
How many birds does it take to change a lightbulb? Ideally three, but toucan.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #25.41: Windows 11 Fiasco, Ubuntu 25.10 Releasing, Joplin Tips, NeoVim Journals and More Linux Stuff
We are looking at the end of Windows 10. Is it time to see an increase in Linux user base?