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Pressure mounts on No 10 over grooming inquiry as survivors call for Phillips to resign
In a joint letter of five demands, four survivors who quit the inquiry say Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips should quit.
Person of interest in British girl's disappearance named in Australian state parliament
Cheryl Grimmer was abducted from Fairy Meadow beach in Wollongong in January 1970.
French vow to intercept migrant boats hit by delays and political turmoil
The BBC is told that France is backing away from a commitment to intervene more forcefully in the English Channel.
Three Send students reflect on their school experience - and what they'd like to change
The Institute for Public Policy Research says there should be more comprehensive support for Send students in mainstream schools.
Trump says Putin talks 'don't go anywhere' as he imposes new sanctions
The US has announced new sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, Russia's two largest oil companies over continued fighting in Ukraine.
Pressure to find Traitors reaches fever pitch - but are they turning on each other?
The celebrities seemed mired in self doubt as they tried to track down a traitor.
I thought my insides were falling out – what I didn't expect after childbirth
Pelvic organ prolapse affects around one in 12 mothers, but many people have never even heard of it.
King to meet Pope later during historic visit to the Vatican
The King arrives for a state visit to the Vatican, against the backdrop of the Prince Andrew scandal.
Mahmood says Home Office 'not yet fit for purpose'
The home secretary's response comes after The Times revealed a report calling the Home Office “dysfunctional”.
British man drowns in Australia after surfboard snaps in wild weather
The friend who jumped in to save the surfer also drowned, police said.
Agatha Christie meets Mr Men in new children's books
Christie detectives Miss Marple and Poirot join forces with Mr Tickle and others for the children's series.
Menopause screening to be included in NHS health checks from next year
Despite the change - which will happen in 2026 - campaigners warn some women will lose out because the number who attend is too low.
Sam Ryder: I lost my self-esteem, my positivity and my optimism
After leaving his record label, Sam Ryder almost quit music. Here's how he picked himself back up.
The Papers: 'One in, one out and back in again' and 'teen killer unmasked'
The return of a migrant who had been sent to France and photos of Harvey Willgoose's murderer make Thursday's papers.
Going back to the 9-5 after leaving the Love Island villa
After being thrust into the spotlight for a short time, what's it like to go back to day-to-day life?
What do US sanctions on Russian oil mean for the war in Ukraine?
The new sanctions target Moscow's ability to fund its war machine, the US Treasury said.
London Stock Exchange bouncing back, says metals magnate
The boss of global energy and metals firm Metlen tells the BBC why it moved its primary listing from Athens to London.
'My teenage daughter fell victim to a satanic online group – and I felt powerless to help'
A 14-year-old girl had fallen victim to the extreme online right-wing 764 group, her mother says.
Stable inflation gives chancellor space to break doom loop
Steady inflation and lower bond yields gives Rachel Reeves an opportunity, but will she take it?
Two officers hurt and 23 arrested in second night of Dublin disorder
Stones and fireworks were thrown at officers stationed outside a hotel used to house asylum seekers.
Wind and rain warnings issued as Storm Benjamin hits UK
Commuters brace for heavy rain and strong gusts as the storm sweeps east to the North Sea.
Myanmar's army is taking back territory with relentless air strikes - and China's help
China has thrown its weight behind the junta - and its widely condemned plan to hold an election in December.
Trump says 'existing structure' of White House East Wing to be torn down
The US president previously said that his $250m (£186m) ballroom addition would not "interfere with the current building".
Source of Miliband's energy bill pledge casts doubt on savings
The expert behind the research on which a £300 savings pledge is based says the promise is "tricky" to deliver.
US axes website for reporting human rights abuses by US-armed foreign forces
The Human Rights Reporting Gateway acted as a formal "tip line" to the US government.
Met Police officers sacked for gross misconduct after BBC Panorama investigation
PC Philip Neilson and PC Martin Borg were dismissed following accelerated misconduct hearings after the BBC investigation.
Former paratrooper found not guilty of all charges in Bloody Sunday murder trial
Thirteen people were shot dead and at least 15 others injured on Bloody Sunday in January 1972 at a civil rights demonstration in the Bogside area of Derry.
PM determined to keep Phillips in job as grooming inquiry row grows
Ministers are also expecting it to be months before they appoint a chair, amid disagreements among abuse survivors.
'It's been an absolute dream': Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman to leave Strictly
The pair have presented the show together since 2014 and said hosting the show had been "an absolute dream."
New images show Israeli control line deeper into Gaza than expected
Israel has placed boundary markers up to 520m deeper inside Gaza than expected under the ceasefire deal with Hamas.
Rosenberg: Trump abandons carrot and wields stick over Putin in Ukraine talks
The BBC's Russia editor says Trump's decision to call off his Putin talks and impose oil sanctions will not go down well in Moscow.
King and Pope make history by praying side by side
The prayer closes a gap that stretched back to the Reformation in the 16th century.
Water companies told to refund £260m to customers for poor performance
But bills are still due to rise to fund improvements to water infrastructure.
Autistic man ousted from Waitrose voluntary role gets job offer from Asda
Tom Boyd's mum says she is "overwhelmed" after he is offered a job by rival supermarket chain Asda.
President Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao
Zhao was sentenced to four months in prison in 2024 after pleading guilty to violating money laundering laws.
'Heart and soul of Soft Cell': Marc Almond's tribute as musical partner David Ball dies aged 66
The musician, best known for Tainted Love and Say Hello, Wave Goodbye, died in his sleep at home.
I thought my insides were falling out: The condition affecting one in 12 mums
Pelvic organ prolapse affects around one in 12 mothers, but many people have never even heard of it.
The decades-old exemption that lets Trump fast-track White House rebuild
The White House and several other buildings are exempt from the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.
Why did the judge acquit Soldier F in Bloody Sunday trial?
Mr Justice Lynch said troops had "lost all sense of military discipline" but cast doubt on the level of evidence provided on who fired the shots.
Grooming inquiry survivors left divided over key obstacles
Four survivors have resigned from the consultation panel of a national inquiry into grooming gangs.
Metal detectorist digs up massive haul of Roman coins in 'virtually untouched' area of Wales
David Moss discovered 15,000 coins at a "virtually untouched" secret location in north Wales.
Having autism should not mean having to fight for our education
The Institute for Public Policy Research says there should be more comprehensive support for Send students in mainstream schools.
Resident doctors announce five-day strike in November
Walkout will be the 13th of long-running dispute between government and British Medical Association.
Voters go to the polls in key Caerphilly by-election
Voters head to the polls in a by-election to choose a member of the Senedd.
No digital ID checks until you change jobs, says No 10
The government plans to introduce the scheme for workers by the end of parliament in 2028.
Southport killer's teacher 'dreaded' what he might do
Joanne Hodson said Axel Rudakubana was the most "unusual" pupil she had ever encountered.
Government rejects calls for debate on Prince Andrew
Downing Street says Parliamentary time should be used for "other important issues".
Dealer waged 'sustained terror campaign' for Russia in UK
Dylan Earl is due to be sentenced for his role in a plot ordered by operatives from the Wagner Group.
Amazon apologises to customers impacted by huge AWS outage
A "faulty automation" was at the core of the issues that caused knock-on effects for more than one thousand sites on Monday, an expert told the BBC.
Bournemouth Echo
The tree that groaned baffled a nation - until a hole was bored
Folklore and natural history are dotted with inexplicable phenomena, but few are as distinct and widely documented as The Groaning Tree of Baddesley.
'Loophole after loophole' used by illegal fox hunters, senior police warn
Senior police tell MPs the hunting with hounds law is “not fit for purpose”, citing loopholes hindering prosecutions.
Tributes paid to 'best dad' and 'kindest person going' who died in beach car park
A dad to his newborn son, Mr Smith was described by his partner, Mary McCann as a "loving father".
'Loving wife' died after being struck on carriageway in 'extremely tragic accident'
A woman described as a 'loving wife' and 'incredible step-mum' died after being struck on a carriageway in an 'extremely tragic accident'.
Tributes to ‘kind and adventurous’ son who drowned after fall from French quayside
THE family of a man who drowned after falling from a French quayside have remembered him as “kind, thoughtful and adventurous.”
Poundstretcher to give random customers a £10 voucher this weekend
Shoppers can snag a £10 voucher at Poundstretcher stores in Bournemouth and Poole this week as part of the shop's Halloween celebrations.
Gas depot site to be turned into housing
WAREHAM’S former gas depot site – on a ‘gateway’ site into the town, is to be redeveloped with housing.
Woman dies in crash on busy main road - investigation underway
A WOMAN has very sadly died following a crash near Dorchester
Former mayor seeks public inquiry into 40-year sewage 'scandal'
A former mayor is demanding a public inquiry into a 40-year "scandal" that has seen sewage flowing into the Lymington River
Tributes to 'legendary' hotel owner who turned B&B into five-star venue
He bought a modest bed and breakfast establishment in the New Forest and transformed it into a luxury hotel popular with celebrities
'Bold and spritely' dog among 6 RSPCA pets looking for loving new homes
A number of pets at Dorset RSPCA branches in Ashley Heath and Dorchester are looking to find loving new homes.
Tourist Information Centre could become a takeaway
Nearly 90 planning applications were submitted last week to BCP Council from changes of use to house renovations and extensions
The New Forest is the busiest national park in England, research reveals
The New Forest is the busiest national park in England, according to new research, also ranking eighth in the world for visitors.
Former Ojo Rojo site to be transformed into multi venue experience
A high end bar and restaurant is set to open at the former Ojo Rojo site in the town centre.
Free festival at pumpkin patch will add 'something different' in run up to Halloween
A pumpkin festival at the Cat & Fiddle Farm is said to provide 'something different' to visitors in the lead up to Halloween.
Sack deliveries continue as NFDC continues for new waste and recycling service
New Forest residents are being told to expect black sacks in some areas as the council continues its wheelie bin roll-out.
Police hunt for man after 'distressing' sexual assault of woman in 20s
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 'distressing' sexual assault took place in Wimborne.
Outdoor tourist attraction closed as strong winds hit south west
A popular tourist destination is closed strong winds across the south west.
106 new flats proposed across BCP as six applications submitted
More than one hundred new flats have been proposed in the latest planning applications submitted to BCP Council.
"We Greens need to look to the future and take the lead"
Green Party councillors want to continue working with residents to empower communities to minimise the impact of new town councils.
Strictly Come Dancing presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman to leave series
Strictly Come Dancing presenting duo Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly will leave the BBC series.
Best UK supermarket for Christmas dinner essentials revealed in blind taste test
Christmas food ranges have been tried and tested and Marks & Spencer (M&S) was crowned the winner.
UK drivers issued urgent rat warning as vehicle damage spiralling this month
UK drivers have been issued an urgent warning about rats chewing wiring and gnawing on seatbelts.
AA issues vital safety warning to UK drivers as clocks change this weekend
The clocks go back by an hour at 2am on Sunday, which will mean evenings become darker earlier.
Royal Mint launches brand new King Charles 5p coins into circulation
The Royal Mint has confirmed that 23.2 million of these coins, dated and minted in October 2023, will be released across the UK
'Do not eat': Morrisons apologises to shoppers over potential health risk
Morrisons said: “We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause and assure customers of our continuing commitment to the highest standard of product quality and safety."
Storm Benjamin: Updated weather warning issued for BCP
"That said, an extensive and in places heavy swathe of rain will move into southwestern Britain later Wednesday and spread quickly northeast."
Carnival organiser gets major £1m investment boost for new cultural opportunities
Arts Council England has announced £2.5 million in Creative People and Places (CPP) funding for three projects across the South West, made possible by National Lottery funding.
Café that's "cornerstone of the community" shortlisted in Daily Echo competition
A café described as the “cornerstone of the community” has been shortlisted in the Daily Echo’s Café of the Year competition.
MP expresses concerns to government over new town councils
Mr Hayes described the decision as undemocratic, in agreement with all opposition councillors, including Labour.
College receives donation to improve students' experiences
NFU Mutual's 'Agency Giving Fund' is in its sixth year and aims to help local charities across the country, forming part of its £4 million funding pledge for 2025.
BCP Council to replace seven timber groynes on beach
Suttle Projects to replace 7 timber groynes in Poole Bay from October 2025, protecting the coastline from erosion as part of the Poole Bay Beach Management Scheme.
Tesco appeals for help at food donation drive in Bournemouth
Trussell and FareShare are appealing for volunteers for the Tesco Winter Food Collection, 27–29 Nov, supporting Trussell's food banks and FareShare.
Airline and tour operator raise more than £1.5m for charity
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays raise over £1.5m for charities including NSPCC, Macmillan, and Trees for Cities via fundraising initiatives and donations.
Restaurant wins award after opening for just five months
Harveys bistro in Westbourne wins OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award, ranking among Bournemouth’s top restaurants after just five months. Book via OpenTable.
New poppy display to be unveiled at community centre
Ferndown Town Council will reveal new knitted and crocheted poppy display at Barrington Arts and Community Centre on 25 October. A "very meaningful" tribute to "those who gave so much."
Flower festival raises thousands for historic church
The festival also saw the help of the Minster's own flower arrangers.
Exhibition opens to mark National Care Leavers' Month
"Being part of ‘In My Shoes’ helped me realise that my experiences don’t define me, they’ve shaped me into someone strong, creative and proud of who I am."
Petrol retailers call for 5p fuel rebate to be made permanent
The Petrol Retailers Association urges Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze fuel duty and make the 5p-per-litre rebate permanent ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Netflix show with $4.56m prize announces casting call for new season
Netflix’s Squid Game: The Challenge launches casting call for contestants aged 21+ for season 3. Apply now to compete for the $4.56m prize.
MP to host community safety events after residents raise fears
Ms Toale said: "Many residents have told me they're worried about safety in their neighbourhoods.
Care homes organise spooky Halloween hunt for families
Poole Bupa care homes host a Halloween hunt this half-term, inviting families to find spooky objects in shop windows. Collect forms and claim a sweet treat!
Parking charges will help fund ability to 'enforce and issue fines' in New Forest
Concerns have been raised about "displacement parking" across the New Forest to avoid new car parking fees, while the landowner says fees will provide "new powers to protect these areas".
Bournemouth nursery wins prestigious national award
Kindred Bournemouth nursery was recognised as part of the Kindred Nurseries family that won the "Working with Parents" category at the 2025 Nursery World Awards for its Awe & Wonder Summer Challenge, inspiring families with free outdoor activities.
Businesses urged to help reduce New Forest road accidents
Businesses urged to join New Forest Drive Safe campaign to reduce road accidents involving animals.
Co-op to host event for people to share their views on the community
The event is designed and hosted by Rachel Goode, a "member activator" living in the area.
Care home operators donate to support NHS services and staff
Care South's Community Fund donates £500 to Dorset HealthCare Charitable Fund to expand therapeutic activities and boost staff wellbeing in Dorset.
Bereavement charity launches support services in Dorset
Bereavement charity 2wish, founded by Rhian Mannings MBE, expands support services into Dorset and other English counties, aiding families after loss.
Strictly Come Dancing legends coming to Bournemouth
Strictly Come Dancing stars Brendan Cole, James Jordan, Pasha Kovalev and more bring new show Vegas: After Hours to Bournemouth Pavilion in 2026 UK tour.
Wareham nursery children enjoy pop-up museum at library
Young visitors had the chance to examine artifacts, study visuals and participate in hands-on activities.
Care home takes to the streets to raise dementia awareness
Colten Care’s Linden House in Lymington staged a busking session to raise dementia awareness, with music, gifts and resident participation.
Dorset charity raises over £5,000 to help women and girls
Home-Start Wessex raised over £5,000 via the Big Give Women and Girls Match Fund to support women and girls in Dorset. Volunteers needed.
Charity to host first-ever Ho Ho Ho Hike later this year
The aim of the event is to raise funds for the foundation's 2026 mountain community projects.
Major office building for rent on Port of Poole estate
Condor House office building at Port of Poole is available to rent. Around 6,800 sq ft, parking, modern facilities, near Poole town centre and Dorset links.
Government
Perinatal Mental Health Assessments Bill
A Bill to require the provision of mental health assessments in NHS antenatal care for the purpose of identifying those at risk of perinatal mental health problems and making referrals to appropriate support; and for connected purposes.
Removal of Titles Bill
A Bill to give the Monarch powers to remove titles; to provide that such removals can be done by the Monarch on their own initiative, following a recommendation of a joint committee of Parliament, or at the request of the person who holds the title; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Inside Sergio Perez’s homecoming at the Mexico City GP
When Sergio Perez races in Mexico City, it’s more than points and podiums – it’s a national celebration. Discover how Checo’s story has made his homecoming race one of the sport’s most emotional weekends.
The most important facts & stats ahead of Mexico City
As F1 arrives at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez for the Mexico City Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
When Vettel won a four-way title fight in Abu Dhabi
Coming in at No. 2 on our list of Greatest Races – and just missing out on the top spot – is the 2010 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, a tense title showdown in which four drivers remained in contention for the World Championship. Anna Francis looks back on the events of a dramatic evening at the Yas Marina Circuit.
Windows Central
Xbox sales chart: Borderlands 4 takes the crown, Helldivers 2 proves it’s no fluke
Helldivers 2 has charted in the Xbox top five for two months straight, proving it is a commercial success beyond PlayStation despite early confusion over sales data. Its strong momentum highlights growing demand for Sony-published games on Xbox, especially with no Game Pass boost, and raises questions about whether Sony will lean further into multiplatform releases as the industry continues to move away from strict console exclusivity.
Smaller than the GPU itself — ZOTAC somehow crams a desktop RTX 5060 Ti into this tiny PC
ZOTAC has unveiled the MAGNUS EN275060TC mini PC with a desktop-class NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti graphics card inside. The rest of the specs aren't too bad, either, but the price might not make it an instant sell-out.
Is The Outer Worlds 2 on Xbox Game Pass? Microsoft's biggest Xbox RPG of the year is finally almost here — here's what we know
Obsidian Entertainment is about to launch its third 2025 Xbox RPG with The Outer Worlds 2, but is it available on Xbox Game Pass?
Explosive Season 1 showcase cements Battlefield 6 as a long‑term player —here's why
Everything and more is here for the first official Battlefield 6 season, all except one little mode people have been waiting for.
Microsoft just made em dashes easier in Windows 11 — Forget AI critics claiming it's become synonymous with ChatGPT-generated content
Microsoft makes it easier to insert em dash and en dash in Windows 11 with new keyboard shortcuts. You can press Windows logo key+Minus (-) for the en dash or Windows logo key+Shift+Minus (-) to insert an em dash.
Linux supercharges the ROG Xbox Ally X — higher FPS, smoother performance, and a big win for handheld gaming
The Xbox Ally X has strong hardware but is held back by Windows. Testing from ETA Prime and Cyber Dopamine show that switching to Bazzite Linux can boost FPS, improve stability, and add instant resume without hurting battery life.
Razer's new controller is like the forbidden fruit — I adore it even though I probably shouldn't
Razer's latest controller isn't for the Xbox crowd, but if you're a PC or PS5 gamer, then it's absolutely glorious. Here's why it might be your new favorite.
Microsoft's new Copilot has a secret: It can turn into Clippy, if you know how
The new Copilot avatar Mico has a hidden easter egg that lets you turn it into Clippy by tapping it a number of times.
Meet the new face of Copilot — Microsoft introduces expressive Mico avatar, ability to argue and challenge your incorrect assumptions, and group chats
Copilot is gaining a handful of new features today in the form of a new Mico avatar, group chats, and the ability to push back against humans when their assumptions are wrong.
Copilot in Microsoft Edge can now analyse your browsing history to be more helpful — it will also create personalized journeys that enhance your browser usage
Microsoft is announcing wider availability of Copilot Actions and Copilot Journeys in its Edge web browser, both designed to make the browser more intelligent for you.
Gaming’s AI crossroads: PUBG maker leans in, Palworld pushes back. Here's what's going on.
Krafton has announced a major shift toward AI-driven game development, investing heavily in automation and “Agentic AI” systems, while Palworld studio Pocketpair takes the opposite approach, refusing to work with generative AI. The contrast highlights a growing split in how studios view the role of AI in gaming’s future.
Atlus' Persona 5: Royal is a classic JRPG that's always worth playing, but so is this highly underrated XCOM-like spinoff
Various online retailers are holding special discounts reaching over 70% for Atlus' best-selling JRPG, Persona 5: Royal, and its turn-based tactical spin-off, Persona 5: Tactica, for a limited time.
The Outer Worlds 2 is more of a great thing, with Obsidian doubling down on an RPG setup that worked wonders — now with better combat
The Outer Worlds 2 delivers more of the same space western RPG formula that worked the first time, now with better combat, exploration, and a darker tone.
Report: Microsoft CFO Amy Hood has forced Xbox to deliver an insane 30% profit margin — which is why everything is crazy right now
Microsoft CFO Amy Hood is forcing Xbox to deliver an industry margin far beyond what is typical for gaming, which will devastate the business if not rectified soon.
Microsoft Teams is about to become a lapdog for your boss — automatically snitching on your live location when connected to the office Wi-Fi
Microsoft is developing a Teams feature that auto-updates a user's work location when connected to their office's Wi-Fi network.
How to change TDP settings on your ROG Xbox Ally — and why you should
Have you found that games are running slower than advertised on your Xbox Ally? For new users, it does a poor job of explaining its power modes. Here's how they work, and what they do.
I'm convinced — Corsair's Vanguard Pro 96 is the high-end keyboard upgrade you need
The Vanguard Pro 96 is Corsair's best gaming keyboard yet. It has a custom-designed magnetic switch with adjustable actuation, great acoustics, and all the extras you need.
Laffgaff
The Phooey of Tomainia appears in which Charlie Chaplin film?
The Great Dictator.
Door Factory
My friend quit his job at the door factory. He just couldn't get a handle on it.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #25.43: NebiOS Linux, GNOME Enhancements, LMDE 7, COSMIC Beta Review and More Linux Stuff
GNOME all the way!