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PM says it is 'wrong decision' to block Tel Aviv fans from Aston Villa match
Followers of the Israeli club will not be allowed to attend the Europa League game over safety concerns.
Zelensky to make missile case in US after Trump-Putin phone call
Ukraine's leader will meet Trump in Washington a day after the US president agreed to face-to-face talks with his Russian counterpart.
Former Trump adviser John Bolton criminally indicted
Bolton is the third of the US president's political opponents to face charges in recent weeks.
Sam Fender wins 2025 Mercury Prize for album of the year
"I didn't think that was going to happen at all," the star says, as judges laud his "classic" album.
'Game-changing' HIV protection jab approved in England and Wales
The shot, given six times a year or every other month, is an alternative to taking daily pills to protect against ever catching the virus.
Why talking about sweat stopped being a taboo (long before Alan Carr was on Traitors)
Let's talk about sweat... From Alan Carr and scores of celebrities openly discussing it, to the trend of professionals using saunas for business meetings
Reese Witherspoon on writing a thriller: 'What do girls in bikinis have to do with solving crime?'
The actress talks about co-writing her debut thriller, about a female surgeon, with Harlan Coben.
Five takeaways from heated Mamdani-Cuomo New York mayoral debate
The three leading candidates for New York City mayor took the stage in Manhattan to make a case to lead America's biggest city.
Military veterans now able to download digital ID card
The rollout can serve as a "case study" for how a wider scheme for all Britons will work, minister says.
KISS founding guitarist Ace Frehley dies aged 74
Bandmates Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have paid tribute to an "irreplaceable rock soldier".
Aid group suspends Gaza operations after ceasefire
The US and Israeli-backed GHF group was heavily criticised before it announced a “pause” on its operations.
Housing designed to combat loneliness wins top architecture award
Appleby Blue Almshouse in London wins the Royal Institute of British Architects' Stirling Prize.
Cafes and food delivery apps are our new rivals, Greene King CEO says
Young adults are drinking less, so the likes of Nick Mackenzie are having to expand the appeal of pubs.
The Papers: 'China spy fiasco' and 'Ban' on Israeli fans a 'national disgrace'
The collapsed China spy case leads the majority of the papers for the second day in a row.
Weekly quiz: Which prize did this sleepy spider win a 10-year-old?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Putin-Trump call a curveball for Zelensky ahead of White House meeting
The phone conversation, held while Zelensky was flying to Washington, stole a march on his big moment.
The 'shadow army' helping Uganda's long-serving president keep an iron grip on power
Analysts say the unit has become so influential that it rivals the power of the regular army.
China has found Trump's pain point - rare earths
China holds a near-monopoly in the processing of the elements crucial for making everything from smartphones to fighter jets.
British Gas owner among firms fined for underpaying staff
A list of nearly 500 employers fined more than £10m for failing to pay the minimum wage is released.
Netanyahu 'determined' to pressure Hamas to find remaining dead hostages
The Israeli prime minister's comments come after Hamas said it could not access the bodies of 19 hostages in Gaza.
Taylor Swift fans flock to German museum to see Ophelia painting
The Hessische Landesmuseum in the central Germany has seen hundreds of fans visit in search of a painting depicted in the video for The Fate of Ophelia.
MI5 chief says China is daily threat to UK and voices frustration over spy case collapse
Sir Ken McCallum says the Security Service acted against Chinese activity in the last week, as a parliamentary inquiry is launched into the spy case.
Reeves plans 'targeted action' on bills in Budget
The chancellor is planning moves to help households with the cost of living in the Budget.
Strange shrieks as tensions rise in Celebrity Traitors
For many social media users, it was the subtitles that stole the show.
Government loses bid to block appeal against Palestine Action ban
Palestine Action's co-founder said the government's attempt to avoid judicial scrutiny had 'backfired spectacularly'.
Landmark global shipping deal in tatters after US pressure
President Trump intervened in the talks calling the deal a "green scam".
China warns UK of 'consequences' over mega-embassy delays
It comes after the UK said it had pushed back a decision on the controversial site for the second time.
Husband guilty in murder case without a body that shocked France
Cédric Jubillar maintained his innocence, but was found guilty by a jury and sentenced to 30 years in jail.
Euphoria confirms new cast members for season three
Trisha Paytas, Danielle Deadwyler and Natasha Lyonne will join the series when it returns in 2026.
Fears over US banks cause stock market jitters
Problems at two US regional banks have made investors nervous and triggered a sell-off in shares.
Asylum seeker accused of killing hotel worker danced on video after attack, court hears
Deng Majek denies murdering 27-year-old Rhiannon Whyte by stabbing her with a screwdriver at Bescot Stadium train station in Walsall.
Celebrity MasterChef to air featuring sacked host John Torode
The Christmas specials will also air, with the BBC acknowledging it had not been a "straightforward decision".
Baek Se-hee, author of I Want To Die But I Want To Eat Tteokbokki, dies at 35
South Korean writer Baek Se-hee was known for her 2018 bestselling memoir about her struggle with depression.
Tiah-Mai Ayton - the boxer 'scaring' world champion Katie Taylor
Tiah-Mai is set to fight Hungarian bantamweight Beata Dudek at London's York Hall later.
How would US Tomahawk missiles change the Ukraine-Russia war?
The BBC's Jonathan Beale explains what impact the weapons might have if the US decides to send them to Ukraine.
'I have a sweating problem': What Alan Carr's Traitors admission tells us about how social taboos changed
Let's talk about sweat... From contestants on The Celebrity Traitors and scores of celebrities openly discussing it, to the trend of professionals using saunas for business meetings
Why does evolution keep creating 'imposter crabs'?
'Crabs' are a collection of decapods that have evolved over millions of years to look the same.
Reese Witherspoon on writing a thriller: 'What do girls in bikinis have to do with solving crime?'
The actress talks about co-writing her debut thriller, about a female surgeon, with Harlan Coben.
King to be first British monarch to pray with Pope in at least 500 years
The King will become the first British monarch to pray in a church service with a pope since the Reformation.
BBC Gaza documentary a 'serious' breach of rules, Ofcom says
The regulator says the documentary, broadcast earlier this year, was "materially misleading".
Celebrity MasterChef to air with sacked host John Torode
The Christmas specials will also air, with the BBC acknowledging it had not been a "straightforward decision".
Far-right extremists jailed for planning attacks on mosques and synagogues
Three Nazi-worshipping extremists convicted of terror offences are sentenced.
Tories give ex-Reform MP Lowe seat on top committee
The Tories say Rupert Lowe - who is set to join the public accounts committee - shares their "values on cutting waste".
Award for dog, abandoned five times but now solving wildlife crime
Henry, a 10-year-old Springer Spaniel, was a "lost soul" who found his purpose as a detection dog.
Ten-year-old Palestinian boy shot dead by Israeli forces in West Bank
Witnesses say Muhammad al-Hallaq had been playing football before soldiers arrived and opened fire.
Home Office told last week of potential Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban, police unit says
The Israeli club's supporters will not be allowed to attend the Europa League game over safety concerns.
Bournemouth Echo
Warning as three months of temporary traffic lights will have 'severe impact'
Temporary traffic lights are due to be installed on the only route to and from Portland in the new year, 2026
Turlin Moor turned out in style for big day
The day was a roaring success, highlighted by the energetic Twirl Star Majorettes who captivated the crowds with their performance.
We had a magnificent ice rink in Bournemouth - with a garage beneath it!
It was a project not just about sport or entertainment, but about transforming the town’s very claim to fame,
Poole couple among 14 convicted in £28m timeshare fraud
A pair of Poole fraudsters Poole were among 14 people convicted in a timeshare fraud scheme that scammed more than 3,000 people out of £28 million.
Plans to build 64 flats refused following resident objections
Plans to build 64 flats on a plot in Stourwood Avenue, Southbourne, have been refused following objections from residents.
In The Dock: Drink driver among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Multiple buildings and cars vandalised with 'brothel' graffiti in Bournemouth
Buildings, cars and a business have been vandalised with paint, engine oil and graffiti reading “brothel” in what police believe are connected incidents.
Photographer captures stunning shot of sea bass leaping beside egret
A wildlife photographer captured the spectacular moment a sea bass leapt from the water in front of a fishing egret.
'Inadequate' care home remains in special measures after re-inspection
Muscliff Nursing Home, at Toldpuddle Gardens, was hit with an 'inadequate' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following an inspection in July.
Residents invited to launch of Ferndown poppy appeal
A Ferndown Town Council is inviting residents to the launch of their poppy appeal.
Fishmongers 'absolutely thrilled' to be ranked as finalists in UK awards
A fishmongers in Poole has said that they're 'overwhelmed' by the support of their customers after becoming a finalist in the UK awards.
Town centre wellness cafe celebrates successful start
Revival, a wellness café on Old Christchurch Road, has enjoyed a successful start to life.
Plans approved to convert former Superdrug site into apartments
Plans have been approved to convert the former town centre Superdrug site into ten apartments.
Homes currently without water amid 'emergency' in the area
BOURNEMOUTH Water has warned some homes may be without water due to an "emergency" in the area.
Road closed following 'serious' three-vehicle crash near Poole
The A35 near Lytchett Minster has closed following a crash
The comments that sparked the most reaction during councils vote
Controversial proposals for three new town councils were approved by council after hours of heated debate.
8 places in Dorset named among the best to live in the UK for 2026
Muddy Stilettos' best places to live list for 2026 has included the likes of Bridport, Canford Cliffs and Southbourne
Man, 23, arrested after 'acting inappropriately' to women in retail park
A man was arrested after he "acted inappropriately" towards female members of the public in a Poole retail park on Friday.
How each councillor voted on the new town and parish councils
Three new councils have been approved in Broadstone Bournemouth and Poole.
'It is imperative devastating crimes are not glamorised to young people'
Today I would like to talk more about the work taking place to help young people in Dorset.
RECAP: Fire breaks out at industrial estate in Poole
A fire has broken out on Holton Heath Trading Park. We will be bringing you latest updates as we get them.
Person hospitalised after three vehicle crash causes road closure
One person was hospitalised following a "serious" crash on Friday morning near Lytchett Minster.
Horse drive set to trek from Wimborne to Bournemouth in weekend event
A HORSE drive is set to trek through Wimborne, Ferndown and Bournemouth in a weekend event.
Council to debate unfinished business in November meeting
A five-hour council meeting was adjourned and will be reconvenned in November.
Man wanted after being jailed for trespassing with intent to commit a sexual offence
A man sentenced for trespassing with intent to commit a sexual offence is wanted by the police.
Tesco to take on over 28,500 Christmas temps for the festive season
The pay starts from £12.64 an hour, with flexible shifts.
Expert reveals simple tip to heat your radiators faster and save money on bills
An expert has shared that increasing the flow temperature of your boiler can help make your radiators heat up faster.
Martin Lewis is urging UK households to stop using this 'demon appliance'
Martin Lewis estimates households are typically paying 'up to a quid per load' and is advising Brits to shorten the time they use their tumble dryer
Brits warned about three deadly Victorian-era diseases that are making comeback
Brits are being warned about these three deadly Victorian-era diseases that are making a comeback.
The hidden cost of speed cameras costing UK drivers extra £291m - all to know
New data shows on average, car insurance premiums will rise 23% for those with a speeding conviction
Large cloud of smoke billows from blaze at business park
A large cloud of smoke was seen billowing from a building on an industrial estate following a fire.
INTERACTIVE MAP: New Forest parking fee increases
Editor’s note: Here is a preview and an interactive map.
The Puppini Sisters are set to perform in Wimborne
The Puppini Sisters 2026 UK tour, including Wimbourne Tivoli, to mark 20 years with new album ‘The Birthday Party’. Dates, venues.
Westlife's 25th anniversary concert to be shown in Poole cinema
Westlife’s 25th-anniversary concert with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall hits 400+ UK & Ireland cinemas from 29 November. Tickets out now.
More than £1.4m available for community projects in BCP
In July, more than £950,000 was allocated to 60 community projects across Bournemouth and Poole.
Campaign launched to tackle rise in shoplifting and retail crime
Co-ordinated raids on retail outlets are said to be clearing shelves of products, which are then sold online or through other channels.
Charity launches advice sessions for parents of disabled children
They also provide a platform to connect with other parents and carers experiencing similar challenges.
Talk to highlight 'vital' role women played in world wars
Discover Dr Vivien Newman's talk at The Tank Museum on women’s vital roles in WWII and WWI. Part of the 2025 Women in Warfare half-term events.
Housebuilder hosting weekend of events to find buyers
The sales team will be on hand to offer advice on a range of deals and packages for all types of buyers.
Haircut One Hundred to perform in Poole for first time in 44 years
Haircut One Hundred to perform in Poole for first time in 44 years
Hampshire County Council urges people to quit smoking this October
Hampshire County Council urges residents to quit smoking this Stoptober with free support from Smokefree Hampshire. Sign up for expert help to quit today.
Francesco Hair Salons crowns winners of business awards
Francesco Hair Salon Business Awards 2025: Southern stylists from Ringwood, Ferndown, Lilliput and Christchurch recognised for excellence in UK hairdressing.
'Standing concert goer ruined my view'
I went to the recent Bournemouth Pavilion gig to see Level 42 and support act Roachford and his band.
Girls who prevented nature reserve fire from endangering property commended
Two girls who found and alerted emergency services of a fire at a nature reserve were commended for their actions.
Alpacas visit care home for 'wonderful experience'
Alpacas Caramac and Liquorice delight residents at Barchester’s Upton Bay care home in Hamworthy, thanks to Alpaca Adventure.
School launches new T Level course in September 2026
Students will be prepared for a range of roles in the tech industry.
Airbnb launches £1 million fund to support UK tourism
Airbnb is launching a £1 million 'Best of British' fund to back hospitality and boost local tourism.
Property firm promotes employee to director-level position
A property firm has promoted an employee to a new director-level position.
Bournemouth MP expresses support for new mental health bill
Labour MP Tom Hayes backs government's mental health bill to boost autism and learning disability care, end police cell use.
James May says new Grand Tour will be ‘fantastic'
James May has said that the new Grand Tour will be "fantastic" while talking about a Top Gear comeback.
Formula 1
Watch Weekend Warm-Up ahead of the United States GP
Formula 1 has swapped Singapore for Austin as the 2025 season continues with the United States Grand Prix – and our F1 TV team are here to preview all the Sprint weekend action.
Norris admits to ‘repercussions’ after Piastri contact
Lando Norris has admitted that he will face “repercussions” until “the end of the season” following his first-lap contact with McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri last time out at the Singapore Grand Prix.
FIA Thursday press conference – United States
Six drivers face the press ahead of the 2025 United States Grand Prix from the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas.
Russell ‘in best place possible’ after new Mercedes deal
George Russell described himself as “super happy” after strolling into the paddock ahead of the United States Grand Prix with a new Mercedes deal under his belt, believing the squad offer him the “best chance” of winning the title in 2026.
Hamilton sets out expectation for final races of 2025
Lewis Hamilton is hopeful that Ferrari can take a “step forward” by extracting more from their car during the United States Grand Prix weekend, with the seven-time World Champion admitting that the final six races of the campaign could play a key role in preparations for 2026.
Verstappen rates title chances with six rounds to go
Max Verstappen has given himself a “50/50” chance of overhauling Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the race for the 2025 Drivers’ Championship, with the Dutchman and his Red Bull team enjoying a resurgence at recent events.
AS IT HAPPENED: Build-up to the United States GP weekend
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2025 United States Grand Prix weekend in Austin.
Aston Martin-backed Jak Crawford to make FP1 debut in Mexico
Apple becomes broadcast partner for F1 in the United States
Formula 1 has announced a five-year partnership with Apple to become the sport’s exclusive U.S. broadcast partner from 2026, bringing together two global brands with a shared passion for innovation, excellence, and entertainment.
Hamilton praises growth of F1 in Austin and USA
Lewis Hamilton believes that Formula 1 has "tapped into the sporting community" in Austin and that the United States of America has now become a central part of the World Championship.
Leclerc reaffirms desire to ‘win in red’ with Ferrari
Charles Leclerc has reiterated his desire to “win in red” with Ferrari going forward, the Monegasque having reaffirmed the need to “trust the project” as he looks to the future with the team.
How Daniel Ricciardo became an honorary Texan
Discover how Daniel Ricciardo became an honorary Texan and Austin’s adopted cowboy. From his iconic horseback entrance at the US Grand Prix to his off-track adventures across Texas, here’s why the Honey Badger’s heart lies in Austin.
Stella reflects on Norris’ ‘repercussions’ after Singapore
Andrea Stella speaks with Lawrence Barretto on the battle between his two drivers for the title, what happened after their clash in Singapore and the threat posed by Max Verstappen.
MS Dynamics
Integrate Field Service bookings with Outlook and Teams, now Generally Available.
With Release Wave 2 2025, we’re excited to announce the General Availability (GA) of Exchange Integration for Dynamics 365 Field Service. This capability syncs work order bookings directly into Outlook and Teams calendars, giving technicians a unified view of their schedules in one place, where they already collaborate with their team.
The post Integrate Field Service bookings with Outlook and Teams, now Generally Available. appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Windows Central
Join the fight for Super Earth with this 30% discount for Helldivers 2 on PC — which you can make even cheaper with this limited-time code
Helldivers 2, 2024's critically-acclaimed and chaotic co-op shooter, is on sale for less $30 and more with this discount code from Loaded.
Loot 3.0 is Diablo 4’s "Judgment Day" — Blizzard’s massive overhaul could redefine the whole game
Diablo 4’s latest overhaul revamps gear, crafting, and endgame systems for Season 11 PTR.
Outer Worlds 2 is giving away a Moon Man plush — and it’s absurdly adorable
Obsidian is celebrating the upcoming launch of The Outer Worlds 2 with a limited-time sweepstakes giving fans the chance to win a massive 3ft Moon Man Couch-Panion plush. This promo runs from October 15, 2025 up until November 16, 2025.
Game Pass price hike? Amazon just said “nah” with this 3‑month deal
Amazon is selling discounted prepaid codes for three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate game time, giving Xbox fans an opportunity to keep subscribing to this fantastic service without yielding to the controversial price hike.
I knew Battlefield 6 was going to be a massive hit, but these launch sales numbers still shocked me — it's "hit all-time highs" that rival Call of Duty
Official Battlefield 6 sales numbers are here, and they're shocking. The game has done so well at launch that it's even rivaling Call of Duty's performance.
Here's how to finish the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 "Echoes of the Dead" event in only ONE HOUR
The Echoes of the Dead event is now live in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and while it runs for a week, you will only need an hour to complete it and reap the rewards.
This Nvidia GPU has finally gotten its deserved price — All thanks to this rare discount, making it $50 cheaper than its steep MSRP for a limited time
Multiple retailers are hosting rare discounts for the MSI Gaming RTX 5070, a high-quality mid-range graphics card packed with NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and DLSS 4 technology, and other features that will enhance your PC gaming experience.
Black Friday is here early at Dell | The best QD-OLED Alienware monitor is $300 cheaper, plus big savings on laptops
Dell is hosting an early holiday deals event for a couple more days, and you'll find hundreds of dollars in discounts on some of the best Alienware monitors and Dell laptops.
3 reasons why I'm genuinely excited for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 — and why it could be a phenomenal year
All the "cool kids" might be ripping on Black Ops 7 and 'jumping ship' to Battlefield 6, but I'm not buying into that. Here's why I'm all-in on this year's Call of Duty.
"It's been a huge pain in the ..." We spoke to New Blood about its big Xbox launch and how the Xbox Ally inspired the team to jump on board.
As the Xbox Ally gears up for launch, we spoke to New Blood Interactive on why indie developers tend to swerve the Microsoft ecosystem, at a time when they desperately need more.
Yes, Xbox Ally isn't an Xbox console, and that's the point — it’s a Windows handheld by design, part of Microsoft’s battle with Steam Deck
Reviews for the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X have gone live today, and it's apparent that some people thought this was going to be an Xbox console that could run Xbox games, but it's always been marketed as a Windows handheld gaming PC. And this device
Best Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X power banks in 2025 — Get longer gaming sessions out of your handhelds
Gaming on the go with the Xbox Ally or Xbox Ally X is great, but not if your battery runs out. So pack one of these battery packs in your bag and game all day long.
5 key takeaways after testing AI gaming assistants — How does Copilot for Gaming compare to NVIDIA Project G-Assist?
Copilot for Gaming and NVIDIA Project G-Assist sound like the same thing at a surface level — an AI assistant that helps with gaming — but they're actually quite different. Here's what I discovered after using both.
Xbox's Keeper is like taking all the best psychedelics in the world all at once, and it's pure artistry
Double Fine Productions has finally returned with Keeper, one of the most captivating and bizarre video games I've played in a long time. I absolutely loved it.
“I saw numerous records marked as confidential” — 40 billion unencrypted files spilled by a marketing firm that never expected you to look
Cybersecurity expert Jeremiah Fowler discovered a trove of 40 billion records totaling 13TB sitting unencrypted and open. They stem from Netcore, an AI-powered marketing platform working with more than 6,500 worldwide brands.
Wake up samurai, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is now less than $44 — With this definitive package, it's perfect for killing time before Witcher 4
Loaded is offering a 49% discount for the Ultimate Edition of Cyberpunk 2077, compiling the critically-acclaimed RPG's base game with its Phantom Liberty expansion into one 'ultimate' bundle.
Worried about Call of Duty under Xbox? — Former CoD director Glen Schofield is
Former Call of Duty director Glen Schofield says he’s “immensely worried” about the series under Xbox, citing Halo and Gears as cautionary tales. But while his concerns are understandable, the franchise’s decline runs much deeper.
Anthropic plugs Claude AI into Outlook, Teams, and OneDrive so you don't have to read your email and chats — here's how it works
Announced today is a new integration featuring Anthropic's Claude AI and Microsoft 365 apps, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, and Teams. Here's how it works and how you can give it a shot.
Borderlands 4 on PC is already on sale after only a month? You better believe it with this 32% discount!
Borderlands 4, the latest entry in the over-the-top Borderlands franchise, has had its MSRP significantly reduced on PC with a 32% discount, giving players the chance to experience its loot-obsessed, chaotic world with friends for a cheaper price.
Microsoft is reportedly moving Surface and Xbox production — no prizes for guessing why
Microsoft is reportedly planning to move Surface production out of China by 2026 and is also encouraging Xbox production to be shifted overseas. The move comes amid escalating U.S.–China trade tensions, with new tariffs, port fees, and export restrictions driving up costs.
Battlefield 6 challenges and masteries are actually incredibly easy with this one simple trick
When all else fails, fight the bots. No, seriously, you get full experience, and you don't have to suffer!
Laffgaff
What is the name of the statue that sits atop Mount Corcovado in Brazil?
Christ the Redeemer.
Demons And Ghouls
Why do demons and ghouls hang out together? Because demons are a ghoul's best friend!
Itsfoss
Looking for Open Source Kindle Alternatives? Build it Yourself
There are no easy options. You have to take the matter in your hand, quite literally.