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Clashes erupt between Hamas forces and armed clan members in Gaza City
At least 27 people have been killed in one of the most violent internal confrontations since Israeli troops withdrew.
Carmakers go on trial over emissions cheat claims
The trial is the latest chapter of what has become known as the "dieselgate" scandal.
Trump says he may send Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine
Ukraine wants long-range missiles to hit back at Russia - and Donald Trump says he may send Tomahawks.
Reeves urged to avoid 'half-baked' tax fixes in Budget
The think tank says the government should seize the opportunity to reform the tax system.
'In an instant, they were gone' - small town mourns after Tennessee explosives factory blast
Authorities say the 16 people missing after the explosives factory incident are all presumed dead.
'Painful' job cuts to come if US shutdown drags on, warns Vance
Hundreds of thousands of federal employees are already on leave without pay as the impasse approaches its third week.
Watch: What do people in the West Bank think about the plan?
Palestinians in the West Bank say they hope the deal could lead to a united Palestinian future.
Mental arithmetic really stresses me out and science has proved it
Psychologists subjected a BBC reporter to a carefully designed thermal camera stress test.
The Papers: 'Hostages set for release' and 'Hope amid the chaos'
The imminent release of Israeli hostages by Hamas is the focus for most of Monday's papers.
'We're in limbo': A town in Trump country where shutdown axe looms
As politicians in Washington bicker during the government shutdown, Martinsburg, West Virginia, worries about what's next.
We must catch up soon. How to stop ghosting friends in adulthood
How to keep friendships alive as an adult alongside work, family and endless to-do lists.
Universities must tackle antisemitism, says education secretary
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says Jewish students do not feel safe, as she sets out measures to tackle antisemitism.
First-time contender crowned World Conker Champion
Matt Cross is crowned King Conker after six hours of closely-fought competition in Southwick.
Watch: Fire at historic Italian monastery
Drone footage shows blaze destroying the historic Bernaga Monastery in Italy.
Middle East 'doomed' without Palestinian state, King of Jordan tells BBC
In an exclusive interview with BBC Panorama, the king says a two-state solution is the only answer.
Palestinians celebrate return of detainees freed by Israel
Thousands of people gather in Gaza and the West Bank to welcome Palestinian prisoners and detainees freed by Israel.
'Long and painful nightmare finally over,' Trump tells Israel's parliament
The US president was applauded by Israeli lawmakers for his role in brokering an Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
SNP will create network of walk-in GP services, says Scotland's first minister Swinney
The announcement came during the first minister's keynote speech at the SNP conference in Aberdeen.
Tommy Robinson refused to give phone Pin to police to protect 'journalistic material'
The far-right activist was charged under the Terrorism Act over an incident at the Channel Tunnel in July 2024.
Mortgage rates creep back up as lenders show caution
Average mortgage rates have increased month-on-month for the first time since February, says Moneyfacts.
Two charged with murder of Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins in prison attack
The disgraced Lostprophets frontman was fatally injured at HMP Wakefield on Saturday.
Vodafone admits 'major outage' as more than 130,000 report problems
Vodafone claims to have more than 18 million customers in the UK, including nearly 700,000 home broadband customers.
Prisoner questioned over schoolgirl's 1994 murder
Lindsay Rimer, 13, was found dead five months after she went missing from Hebden Bridge in 1994.
King Charles to host German president in first state visit to UK for 27 years
Germany's President Steinmeier will visit King Charles on a state visit to the UK in December.
'Unlike anyone the planet has experienced': Woody Allen pays glowing tribute to Diane Keaton
The pair worked together on eight films including the Oscar-winning Annie Hall and Manhattan.
German club condemns fan behaviour after tourists attacked
The incident on Abbey Street was said to have happened on Saturday, as supporters marched through the city centre.
Eat kiwi fruit to relieve constipation, says guidance
New guidance for doctors says focusing on fruit in our diets can help with a really common complaint.
'He just kept growing': Life with a 13-stone Arctic dog
Amy Sharp's Alaskan Malamute Mal is more than twice the average size of a dog of his breed.
The controversy over the collapsed China spy case explained
The government is facing questions about why the case collapsed just weeks before a trial was due to go ahead.
'We must catch up soon!' How to stop ghosting your friends
How to keep friendships alive as an adult alongside work, family and endless to-do lists.
A photo worth a thousand words: Female journalists sit front-row at Taliban event after exclusion
Female reporters were invited after being excluded from Taliban minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's first event in Delhi.
Your nose gets colder when you're stressed. These thermal images show the change
Psychologists subjected a BBC reporter to a carefully designed thermal camera stress test.
'All the stress was for nothing': Woman drops sex assault case after court delays
The woman said she endured years of pain after being assaulted by a taxi driver on her birthday.
Trump says he may give long-range Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine
Ukraine wants long-range missiles to hit back at Russia - and Donald Trump says he may send Tomahawks.
Reeves urged to avoid 'half-baked' tax fixes in Budget
The think tank says the government should seize the opportunity to reform the tax system.
TikTok star HSTikkyTokky arrested after manhunt
Harrison Sullivan has been on the run for almost a year following several alleged driving offences.
Rescued Ukrainian lion undergoes critical surgery
Three-year-old Lira lives in The Big Cat Sanctuary after a campaign to bring her to the UK.
Bournemouth Echo
The New Forest is full of literary connections and a tale to tell
This picturesque spot, has been a muse for some of England’s most celebrated authors.
Bournemouth University ranked among top 500 institutions in the world
BOURNEMOUTH University has been ranked among the top 500 institutions in the world.
Vibrant exhibition now open featuring the unique ideas of charity interns
A VIBRANT and inclusive exhibition centred around the unique business ideas of charity interns.
Defend your right to know: Government plans to scrap notices in local newspapers
PLANS to scrap laws requiring alcohol licensing notices to be published in local newspapers amount to a direct attack on the public's right to know, the local news media sector has said.
Illicit e-scooters and uninsured BMW among crimes tackled by police
ROAD offences and illegal electric scooters have been among the crimes tackled by police in the New Forest this week.
'We demand justice for Poole': Activists and campaigners march for the climate
ACTIVISTS and campaigners came together for a March for Climate Justice, demanding
More neglected properties to be transformed into much-needed homes
The strategy sets out a bold and proactive approach to replace neglected, long-term empty residential properties with much-needed homes for local people.
How to avoid a candle fire in your home this 'cosy season'
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued a safety warning as "cosy season" hits, telling members of the public to follow its advice when lighting candles at home.
'I’m still pinching myself!': Teenager in running to be crowned Miss England 2025
Jasmine Vinod, 18, has been named Miss Dorset 2025, securing her place in the Miss England National Final following a semi-final at The Grand Station, Wolverhampton, on Friday, October 3.
Meet the new owners of Poole's popular fitness store and cafe
A POOLE couple have become the new owners of the town’s popular fitness store and café.
In The Dock: Man banned from town centre shoe store after theft
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Driver fined after parking in McDonald's car park for just 10 minutes
A driver said it is “completely absurd” after he was fined £100 for parking in a McDonald’s car park for only 10 minutes.
A338 partially blocked after reports of an accident
Heavy traffic is being reported on the A338 after a suspected crash- updates to follow.
Raw sewage found to have been flowing into river for 40 years
Raw sewage from homes and businesses has been flowing into a Hampshire river for about 40 years
Man accused of dumping animal carcasses outside churches appears in court
Benjamin Lewis who is accused of dumping animal carcasses outside churches in the New Forest has appeared in court
Bakery cordoned off by police after overnight break-in
A FAMILY -run bakery has been cordoned off by police following an overnight break-in.
'Bournemouth's best days aren't behind us, they haven't even got going yet'
The talent, drive, and ambition of those who live and work here.
School accidentally sends out link to explicit content to parents in email
Church of England primary school accidentally sent explicit content in an email to parents - while warning them of a "safeguarding risk".
Dorset Police reaffirms its commitment to tackling hate crime
Dorset Police has said it is "reaffirming its commitment" to tackling hate crime as part of a national campaign.
Major road to close tonight as repair works continue
The A35 is set to close tonight as yet more work is carried out
Moment dad saw mansion for the first time after big win
A video has shown the moment that a dad-of-one won the keys to a luxurious New Forest mansion and half a million pounds in cash in an Omaze draw.
"Shocked" parents call on council to prevent closure of pre-school
Concerned parents are calling on Dorset Council to prevent the closure of a charity supporting preschool children with additional needs
Tonnes of rubbish and bags of litter picked up by council workers
New Forest District Council (NFDC) says its streetscene team has collected over 100 bags of litter in Fordingbridge and Totton.
Managing director calls for 'bold' government action over EU tariff changes
THE managing director of a steel firm in Christchurch has called for the government to implement "bold" measures to protect the industry against EU tariffs.
Food and arts festival set to return thanks to parish council grant
Highcliffe and Walkford Parish Council and the Highcliffe Food and Arts Festival C.I.C. have now announced that the village's annual festival is due to return in 2026, with the help of grant funding from the parish council.
'Nightmare' roadworks in town will continue for another two weeks
Delays through the centre of Bridport are set to continue until the end of the month as electricity cables are installed for massive development near the town
Police search for 16-year-old girl in Bournemouth
POLICE are searching for a 16-year-old girl reported missing and believed to be in the Bournemouth area.
Police investigate criminal damage at nursery
Police have launched an investigation following reports of criminal damage at a nursery in Poole.
Nigtclub licensing application approved despite residents objections
A Bournemouth nightclub has licensing changes approved despite residents objections
'The Conservative Party is no longer our home' say new Reform pair
“The Conservative Party is no longer our home”.
Children's book pulled from school's after link to explicit content
A Bournemouth primary school has removed a popular children’s book series from its shelves after discovering that a printed website link in some editions now leads to pornographic content.
Family 'lost everything' after fire caused by computer destroys home
A mum-of-five has told how she 'lost everything' - after a fire caused by her son's computer destroyed their family home.
Chef 'over the moon' after winning prestigious award
A CHEF from Weymouth is 'over the moon' after scooping a prestigious national accolade for her unique takeaway food service
Lifelong friends open artisan flower and gift shop in town
A NEW flower shop has bloomed in Poole, in the latest addition to the town's vibrant local scene.
Forest rangers speak to more than a thousand people about 'special fungi'
RANGERS spoke to more than one thousand people in September to share the importance of "look, but don't pick" when it comes to fungi in the forest.
Variety retailer unwraps earliest ever festive sale to help 'challenging times'
A VARIETY retailer in Bournemouth has unwrapped its earliest ever festive sale ahead of the Christmas season..
Two men charged with the murder of former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins
Two men have been charged with murder over the death of former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins at HMP Wakefield, West Yorkshire Police have revealed.
When do the clocks go back this year and why?
Each year the clocks are moved back in autumn and moved forward again in spring - this is when to change your clocks in 2025
UK passports set for change from December – here's how
THE King’s coat of arms will be on the front of all new passports from December, the Home Office has announced.
3 best houseplants to combat mould and condensation inside your home in winter
A few houseplants, such as Peace Lily, are the most effective at combating mould and condensation around a home in winter
Formula 1
What’s on at the United States Grand Prix
Experience the 2025 United States Grand Prix in Austin, 17–19 October. Explore race times, concerts, driver Q&As, fan zones, and food across an unforgettable COTA weekend.
Browning to make FP1 outing with Williams in Mexico
F2 title contender and Williams Racing Academy Driver Luke Browning will take part in the first practice session for the upcoming Mexico City Grand Prix, the Grove-based outfit have confirmed.
Listen to our United States GP preview
Tom Clarkson is joined by former Renault driver and F1 TV commentator Jolyon Palmer and ex-Ferrari race engineer Rob Smedley to discuss the big talking points ahead of this weekend’s United States Grand Prix.
5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the US GP
From the Drivers' Championship heating up, to George Russell looking to back up his Singapore win – here are the big stories ahead of the United States Grand Prix.
MS Dynamics
Try the AI agent activity feed in Dynamics 365 Customer Service
Contact centers are increasingly adopting AI agents as part of their journey to become autonomous. During this time of rapid transformation, the need for a robust system to monitor agent activity is critical. AI agents are capable of resolving customer issues independently across channels, but their autonomy introduces new challenges around compliance, customer trust, and operational transparency. To address this, we’re excited to announce the agent activity feed, now in preview. This […]
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Windows Central
No, Target and Walmart are not removing Xbox products from their stores — as Xbox misinformation reaches new levels
One thing after another, Microsoft is forced to respond time and time again to ongoing rumors that it's leaving the hardware space.
Microsoft makes it official: Dark mode is getting a major (and sorely needed) upgrade on Windows 11
Dark mode is finally coming to more areas of the OS on Windows 11, including legacy interfaces like the File Explorer and more, Microsoft confirms.
Perfect timing? Microsoft breaks Windows 11 upgrade tool — on the eve of Windows 10’s End of Life.
Microsoft recently admitted that it has broken the Windows Media Creation Tool, making it difficult to upgrade to Windows 11 amid Windows 10's imminent death. However, it has provided a workaround as it works on a permanent fix for the issue.
Rare’s cancelled game has surfaced — Everwild screenshots reveal the game we never got
Screenshots from a former Rare artist give us our first real look at Everwild, Xbox’s cancelled fantasy adventure that promised a natural, magical world before its troubled development led to cancellation
Windows 10 End of Life: The latest update options and how to protect your PC
Support for Windows 10 ends on October 14 this week. Here's everything you need to know about how your PC is at risk, and what you can do to remain secure.
OneDrive's AI face scanning feature suggests it can only be disabled 3 times a year — but that doesn't seem right
Microsoft is slowly rolling out a new feature in OneDrive that allows the app to identify common faces in photos using AI, and people have noticed its support webpage suggests the feature can only be disabled up to three times a year.
This affordable Xbox Series X|S controller charger just got a 20% price cut — It will get your controller back in action in no time
Do you need an affordable yet high-quality charger for your Xbox Series X|S controllers? Then feast your eyes on Razer's Universal Quick Charging Stand for Xbox controllers, which is now on sale at Amazon for a 20% discount.
Microsoft reveals AI could save 12.1 billion hours annually across the UK economy — if "Shadow AI" tech doesn't wreck it first
A new report by Microsoft reveals that 71% of employees in the UK have used unapproved consumer AI tools at work, and 51% continue to do so every week, raising privacy and security threats.
Laffgaff
Which country does the brandy Armagnac come from?
France.
Coffee Cups
I've created a totally new flavor of crisp. If it's successful, I'll make a packet.
Itsfoss
The Affordable Pironman Alternative Mini PC Case for Raspberry Pi 5
We have a new option in tower cases for Raspberry Pi 5. This one has a lower price tag but does that make it worth a purchase?