The News - Sunday, 26 October 2025

BBC News

Epping migrant sex offender last seen in Hackney on Friday, Met says

Hadush Kebatu was seen in north London wearing a prison-issue grey tracksuit and carrying a white bag decorated with avocados, police said.

Trump raises tariffs on Canadian goods in response to Reagan advert

Saying that airing the advert was a hostile act, Trump announced an additional 10% "over and above what they are paying now".

'Brothers in the forest' - the fight to protect an isolated Amazon tribe

Peru's Mashco Piro face a struggle to survive in the 21st Century, but locals want to help them.

Tax rises could push food prices higher, warn supermarkets

The bosses of the UK's largest supermarkets warn the chancellor against imposing higher taxes on the industry.

Charity boss arrest in BBC sex-for-aid investigation 'gives women strength'

Syrian refugees in Turkey allege they were taken advantage of when they were desperate for help.

How the anti-establishment candidate won the Irish presidency

Our Dublin correspondent takes a look at the president-elect's campaign and priorities for her seven-year tenure.

Trump's week in Asia: BBC correspondents on the wins and potential losses

Here's what you should know as the US president arrives for a whirlwind week of diplomacy.

The Papers: Andrew faces Commons 'humiliation' and 'Mansion tax raid'

A potential Commons debate about Prince Andrew's future and the chancellor's tax plans lead Sunday's papers.

'Heroes of Kharkiv': How 48 children were saved from kindergarten hit by Russian drone

The story of a dramatic and heroic rescue that has captured the public imagination in Ukraine.

The best time to turn on the heating – according to you

Some wait until a certain date to reach for the thermostat. Others until the temperature drops below a certain point.

Willpower doesn't exist: Advice from BBC doctors busting wellness myths

Dr Xand and Dr Chris van Tulleken share four small but powerful tips they've learnt over the course of 30 episodes.

Representation to red flags: The fall and future of Manchester Pride

One of the UK's biggest LGBTQ+ events has gone bust - how did it happen, and what now for the staff, performers and community?

I lost thousands of photos when my phone crashed. Now I print them out for my daughter

Experts believe offline and online backups are needed if you want to keep your favourite photos safe.

ChatGPT's new browser has potential, if you're willing to pay

OpenAI hopes to upend the browser market currently dominated by Google Chrome, but it depends on paid users.

Watch: Moment nuclear plant towers collapse during demolition

Two nuclear cooling towers in the town of Gundremmingen, Germany, collapse into large swirls of thick, white dust during demolition.

How the nation lost its appetite for Pizza Hut

Fewer diners are "hitting the Hut" and it is closing half its UK restaurants.

Sudan's fertile region where food is rotting amid famine and war

The Jebel Marra area is neutral in the war but its produce cannot get out to feed a hungry nation.

'I watched my stolen phone head to London, Dubai and China'

One officer said pickpockets fly in from abroad and fly out once they've amassed a haul of phones.

Lotto jackpot draw halted by technical glitch

It is understood that viewers watching the rollover saw the programme abruptly cut off.

Epping migrant sex offender will be deported 'this week', says Justice Secretary Lammy

Hadush Kebatu was arrested in north London, two days after being mistakenly released from an Essex jail.

Moment migrant sex offender arrested in London park

Hadush Kebatu was arrested in Finsbury Park after a two-day manhunt.

Two arrested over theft of jewels at Louvre museum in Paris

Four thieves broke into the world's most-visited museum in broad daylight, stealing eight items worth €88m (£76m; $102m).

Reform MP's comments about adverts 'racist', says Streeting

Sarah Pochin apologises for saying "it drives me mad when I see adverts full of black people, full of Asian people".

US and China agree framework of trade deal ahead of Trump-Xi meeting

US trade secretary says the two will sign a deal on TikTok, while hinting at agreement on rare earths and tariffs.

How the nation lost its appetite for Pizza Hut

Up against the likes of Domino's, Pizza Hut is closing half its UK restaurants. What went wrong?

Dr Chris and Dr Xand: Four things we changed after hosting a health podcast

Dr Xand and Dr Chris van Tulleken share four small but powerful tips they've learnt over the course of 30 episodes.

We will not 'be held to ransom' by striking doctors, says minister

The health secretary is refusing to make concessions on pay after the BMA announced a further walkout.

Russia says it has tested nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile

The experimental weapon is hailed as having a potentially unlimited range - though Western experts have questioned its value.

Harris 'concerned' she did not ask Biden to quit race

The former vice-president tells the BBC she is not sure whether it was “grace or recklessness” that stopped her speaking up.

The best time to turn on the heating – according to you

Some wait until a certain date to reach for the thermostat. Others until the temperature drops below a certain point.

I watched my stolen phone head to London, Dubai and China

One officer said pickpockets fly in from abroad and fly out once they've amassed a haul of phones.

'Brothers in the forest' - the fight to protect an isolated Amazon tribe

Peru's Mashco Piro face a struggle to survive in the 21st Century, but locals want to help them.

ChatGPT's new browser has potential, if you're willing to pay

OpenAI hopes to upend the browser market currently dominated by Google Chrome, but it depends on paid users.

Trump raises tariffs on Canadian goods over Reagan advert

The US president announces he is adding 10% to current levies on one of the biggest US trading partners.

​​Women welcome arrest of charity boss identified in BBC sex-for-aid investigation

Syrian refugees in Turkey allege they were taken advantage of when they were desperate for help.

Georgia arrests three Chinese nationals for trying to illegally buy uranium

Three Chinese nationals face prison time for attempting to purchase $400,000 of nuclear material.

Lassie and Lost in Space actress June Lockhart dies aged 100

Lockhart shot to prominence on Broadway in the 1940s before transitioning into film and TV.

Tax rises could push food prices higher, warn supermarkets

The bosses of the UK's largest supermarkets warn the chancellor against imposing higher taxes on the industry.

I lost thousands of photos when my phone crashed. Now I print them out for my daughter

Experts believe offline and online backups are needed if you want to keep your favourite photos safe.

Bournemouth Echo

Vehicle driven through fields and football pitch and left in ditch

A vehicle has been seized by police after it was believed to have driven though multiple fields and even a football pitch.

Food truck with Die Hard theme specialises in 'colourful' dirty fries

A FOOD truck business specialising in combinations of dirty fries is Trader of the Week.

Liberal Democrat peer Lord Taverne dies aged 97 as tributes made

Liberal Democrat peer and former Labour Treasury minister Lord Taverne dies aged 97.

Road closed following three vehicle crash

Golf Links Road in Ferndown is closed following a three vehicle crash

New Forest equestrian property on the market for £3.25 million

Slade Farm, a five-bedroom equestrian property near Lymington, New Forest, with 53 acres, stables, barns, annexe, and direct forest access, for sale at £3.25m.

Hygiene ratings for Dorset and New Forest businesses

Environmental health officers from Dorset and New Forest have been busy this fortnight visiting businesses across the area to see if they are meeting hygiene requirements.

All the roads with closures and delays in the next week

BCP Council announces road closures and roadworks in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole from 27 October, causing possible traffic delays for motorists.

Car chase ends with crash into 1820's cottage

An elderly couple said they were woken in the middle of the night by “an almighty crash” after a car smashed through their cottage and into their living room.

'Pretty' Dorset village with 'elaborate' church and pub in 'stunning' location

The small Dorset village of Kingston is worth visiting thanks to its "elaborate" church, walking routes nearby and a pub in a "stunning" location

'Serene' and 'stunning' Dorset autumn walk with 'beautiful' old pub en route

The Winterborne Stickland Circular in Dorset is described as a "serene" and "stunning" autumn walk that has a "beautiful" pub en route

'Hostile' rent increases could force businesses to close

“HOSTILE” rent increase being imposed on kiosks at West Bay and Lyme Regis by Dorset Council could lead to closures, councillors have been warned.

Suspected bird flu outbreak closes tourist attraction as Halloween events cancelled

A popular tourist attraction has had to close early for the season and cancel its Halloween half term activities after a suspected bird flu outbreak

Council scraps phone booking at waste recycling centres

Phone bookings are no longer available at recycling centres

Businesswoman launches new executive search firm

Poole entrepreneur Jessica Jones established Sectora Group in September 2025, a new executive search firm with offices in Poole and London, specialising in leadership recruitment for infrastructure, manufacturing, utilities, and transport sectors.

How smart are you? Score more than 7 on this pub quiz to find out your IQ

Think you're good at general knowledge or clued up on pop culture? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.

Drivers warned of £100 fines over common motorway mistake

More than 53,000 incidents of the mistake have been recorded in recent years, with thousands of UK drivers risking a £100 fine and three penalty points

Convenience store applies for licence to permit the off sales of alcohol

Bournemouth convenience store has applied for a premises license to permit the off sales of alcohol which is expected to be discussed at the next licensing committee meeting.

The Royal Mint's rarest 50p coin selling for more than 140 times face value

The Royal Mint recently named this King Charles III 50p coin as the rarest currently in circulation in the UK, with just 200,000 copies minted.

Martin Lewis' 'tactical curtains' money saving tip and why you need it this weekend

As temperatures fall and energy costs rise, everyone wants to keep their homes a bit warmer while not switching on the heating

Morrisons Christmas delivery slots and new 'showstopper' Christmas range

Morrisons online delivery slots for Christmas are now open to all customers, and it has released its Christmas menu, which won five major awards this week

British Pest Control Association issues warning ahead of Halloween

BPCA warns Halloween pumpkins and sweets can attract pests like rats, mice, foxes, and insects.

Historian writes book about Swanage Railway

Historian Dr Richard Marks has penned 'The Swanage Railway', exploring the heritage railway’s history and Purbeck attractions.

Bournemouth school thanked for leading the way on free breakfast clubs

A Bournemouth school has received a message thanking them from education secretary for leading the way on free breakfast clubs.

Motorists urged to follow 2-second rule that's the simplest in the Highway Code

The two-second rule in the Highway Code is easy to follow but 25% of drivers have admitted to not following it - this is why you should.

Parents are being warned to 'immediately stop' using baby self-feeding products

Parents are being warned to 'immediately stop' using baby self-feeding products.

Park farm lease set to be surrendered back to BCP Council

Upton Park Farm lease is set to be surrendered back to BCP Council after more than ten years of being let under a long-term tenancy.

Nursing home wins national award for its end-of-life care

A Highcliffe nursing home has been recognised with a national award for the quality of its end-of-life care.

Formula 1

What are the tactical options for the Mexico City Grand Prix?

Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

What To Watch For in the Mexico City Grand Prix

Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

What the teams said – Qualifying in Mexico City

The drivers and team report back on final practice and Qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix from the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

FIA post-Qualifying press conference – Mexico City

1. Lando Norris (McLaren), 2. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), 3. Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)

Leclerc ‘a little bit disappointed’ to miss pole in Mexico

Charles Leclerc was left disappointed after missing out on pole for the Mexico City Grand Prix, with the Ferrari driver beginning to believe it was possible.

Verstappen expecting ‘difficult’ race from P5 in Mexico

Max Verstappen is anticipating a “difficult” race from P5 on the grid at the Mexico City Grand Prix, with the Dutchman admitting that the “whole weekend has been tough” so far at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.

Hamilton hoping to 'make the most' of P3 start for Mexico City GP

Lewis Hamilton believes that "P3 is kind of the perfect spot at this track" to challenge for the lead at the start of the Mexico City Grand Prix after his best Saturday Qualifying performance since joining Ferrari.

Norris ends McLaren's Mexico pole drought

Lando Norris claimed pole position for the Mexico City Grand Prix, with Ferrari pair Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton close behind. Here are the best facts and stats from the Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez after Qualifying...

WATCH: Ride with Norris on his stunning pole lap in Mexico

Lando Norris will start from pole position at the Mexico City Grand Prix after topping Qualifying for the fifth time this season on Saturday.

Piastri rues ‘frustrating’ Qualifying in Mexico

Oscar Piastri was left to reflect on a “frustrating” Qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix after ending the session in P8, with the Australian admitting that it was “not the lap time that I’m expecting”.

'Perez's F1 return is just what Mexico's fans deserve'

F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne on Sergio Perez's F1 comeback with Cadillac.

Antonelli believes Mercedes had more potential in Mexico Qualifying

Kimi Antonelli believes "there was a little bit more" potential to come from Mercedes in Qualifying for the Mexico City Grand Prix, with the young Italian set to start sixth.

Windows Central

Halo: Campaign Evolved doesn't feature PvP multiplayer — here's why the developers chose to focus on co-op

Halo: Campaign Evolved doesn't include multiplayer, and I asked the developers at Halo Studios why that's the case.

My Steam Deck, Xbox Ally X, Legion Go 2, and Nintendo Switch 2 all fit perfectly in this bag — Here's why it's the ideal handheld carrying case

The Tomtoc Arccos G-47 is designed to work with several different handhelds, offering both protective material and ample storage space. Here's what makes it the perfect bag for your handheld. Our review.

I put this case on my Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X — It provides the slimmest handheld protection and a kickstand, but there's a catch

There is no slimmer protective Xbox Ally case option than the dBrand Killswitch Travel Kit. I tested it on Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally X. Here's why it's a fantastic choice for handhelds. Our review.

Call of Duty: Warzone's overhaul detailed — can it compete with Battlefield 6's imminent battle royale?

The studio behind Call of Duty: Warzone has published a detailed outline of its plans for the year ahead, but the question remains; will it be enough?

Call of Duty Black Ops 7 PC requirements — are they surprisingly low... or a graphics card killer?

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is almost upon us, so the age-old question for PC players is here again. Can my rig run it?

HP's latest ultrawide gaming monitor is the safe option, but I hoped for a little better

I've been using the HP OMEN 34c (G2) ultrawide gaming monitor, and it's a great display in most respects. It plays it safe, though, and doesn't get it all right.

Laffgaff

How many US states begin with the letter ‘O’?

3 (Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon).

Amplifier Books

I asked the librarian if they had any books on amplifiers. She said, "Yes, what volume would you like?"

Itsfoss

Ghostty Terminal: Never Understood the Hype Until I tried it

Ghostty certainly has a few innovative features up its sleeves but is it worth your time?