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Inside Syria's jail for IS suspects as officials say attacks by group are rising
Kurdish counter-terrorism officials tell the BBC so-called Islamic State cells in Syria are regrouping and increasing attacks.
Why Britain still has a mould problem - years after this toddler was killed
Despite outcry over a British toddler’s death, mould remains a problem in many homes - so are new law changes enough?
Egypt and Red Cross join search for hostage bodies in Gaza
Israel said the teams have been permitted to search beyond the so-called "yellow line" in the area controlled by its forces in Gaza.
Boy thrown from Tate Modern can now run, jump and swim
The boy, who was six when he was attacked in 2019, has achieved his goal of being able to run, jump and swim again.
MoJ owes us £20m after contractor collapse, say suppliers
Suppliers say millions are owed despite the government promising to use protected accounts.
NHS needs up to £3bn extra to avoid cuts, health leaders warn
Health leaders say progress on reducing waiting lists will be affected if there is no help in making up the financial shortfall.
US government says it will stop paying for food aid next week
Food stamps will not be distributed from November due to the ongoing shutdown, it said.
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.
'Billions wasted on migrant hotels' and 'Trudeau, madly, deeply'
A report on the Home Office's handling of asylum hotels and singer Katy Perry's relationship with ex-Canadian PM make the papers.
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?
Warning after Temu cleaning brush rips out child's hair
Norfolk Trading Standards says the £4 cleaning brush has now been withdrawn from sale in the UK.
Rebel group claims capture of key city in Sudan
The fall of el-Fasher would cement the RSF's control of the west and reinforces a de facto split in the nation.
Three killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, officials say
At least 32 others were injured in the attack, including six children, the city's mayor says.
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.
Football match abandoned after player seriously hurt
Dorchester Town FC player Wes Fogden suffered a neck injury in the first half of the game.
Irish President Higgins congratulates his successor Connolly
Concerns have been raised about the unprecedented number of spoiled votes in the presidential poll.
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.
Could one of these royal houses be Prince Andrew’s new home?
Prince Andrew's links with Jeffrey Epstein have prompted calls for him to be removed from his mansion.
Alleged McCann stalker 'still questions who she is'
Julia Wandelt, who is accused of stalking Kate and Gerry McCann, gave evidence in her defence on Monday.
Reform MP's comments 'ugly' but intention was not racist, Farage says
Sarah Pochin apologised after complaining about adverts being "full" of black and Asian people.
Trump does not rule out seeking third term - but says he will not use VP loophole
Trump rules out running for vice-president, an idea floated by supporters to circumvent the US constitution which bars him from running again.
Spending cuts and tax rises both options to increase Budget 'headroom', Reeves says
Reeves said she wanted to ensure the UK had sufficient headroom to provide resilience against future shocks.
Romanian grooming gang jailed for raping 10 women in Dundee
The four men and one woman plied their victims with drugs at various properties in Dundee.
Category 5 Hurricane Melissa could be strongest to ever hit Jamaica
Melissa has been upgraded to a category five storm and could become Jamaica's strongest on record.
Academic wins payout over portrayal in Steve Coogan's Richard III film
Richard Taylor sued Steve Coogan and two production companies over his portrayal in the movie.
Trial begins for 10 accused of sexist cyber-bullying of Brigitte Macron
The defendants are accused of spreading unsubstantiated claims over Mrs Macron's gender and sexuality.
Mpox cases in Europe prompt UK officials to issue vaccine reminder
UK health officials are encouraging gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to be vaccinated.
Why so many UK homes are still dangerously mouldy - years after this toddler died
Despite outcry over a British toddler’s death, mould remains a problem in many homes - so are new law changes enough?
Inside Syria's jail for IS suspects as officials say attacks by group are rising
Kurdish counter-terrorism officials tell the BBC so-called Islamic State cells in Syria are regrouping and increasing attacks.
I had to make up girlfriends while in the Navy
Navy veteran Roly Woods was forced to hide his sexuality while serving, because of the "gay ban".
In Russia's 'blitz' of Ukraine, the question of appeasement is back
A large gulf remains between the US and European view of how to end the Ukraine war.
King unveils new memorial to LGBT veterans after gay ban campaign
A memorial is unveiled dedicated to gay military personnel and to those who served during the armed forces gay ban.
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau pictured holding hands at Paris event
The pop singer and former Canadian prime minister were pictured over the weekend, fueling relationship speculation.
Home Office squandered billions on asylum hotels, MPs say
"Flawed contracts" and "incompetent delivery" left the department unable to cope with demand for asylum accommodation, a report by MPs suggests.
International troops won't want to enforce Gaza peace, says King of Jordan
King Abdullah tells the BBC there would need to be peace in Gaza before any international forces were deployed.
Cameroon's 92-year-old president wins controversial eighth term
Paul Biya retains his title as the world's oldest head of state, in an election marred with violence and allegations of fraud.
Bournemouth Echo
Shops from the 1980s like you have never seen before
These newly colourised images offer a vivid and unique perspective on the decade’s street life.
Paul Hollywood gives seal of approval to new bakery
Paul Hollywood gave his seal of approval as he cut the ribbon to launch a new bakery in Bournemouth.
NHS trials blood test to spot life threatening illnesses in children
NHS hospitals are trialling a 15-minute blood test for life-threatening conditions in children.
'Urgency is required to stop new councils idea'
I commend Tom Hayes MP for raising his concerns with the government (Echo 23rd October).
Vehicle bursts into flames in supermarket car park
Firefighters have been called to a vehicle blaze in a supermarket car park in west Dorset
Emergency services descend on town centre road
Emergency services have descended on Bournemouth town centre, updates to follow.
Main road to close today as major road works begin
Christchurch bypass will close to traffic for three weeks of roadworks.
Sandbanks residents launch legal battle over ‘land grab’ fence blocking beach access
Sandbanks residents have instructed lawyers to take legal action after a ‘public’ beach was fenced off in what they describe as an apparent ‘land grab.’
Fire crews rush to extinguish town centre fire
Fire crews responded to a blaze behind town centre café and beauty space.
BCP Council fines 15 per cent more illegally parked cars
The number of Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) issued in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has increased by nearly 15 per cent in two years.
Christchurch bypass roadworks communication 'confusing and misleading'
A councillor says council communication about A35 Christchurch Bypass roadworks has been ‘confusing and misleading’.
Traditional forest pub near weekly market available to rent
The Walker Arms in New Milton, a pub in the heart of a town in the New Forest, is available to rent, just a stones throw away from a weekly market.
World’s first tattooed luxury cars created by Bournemouth artist
AN ARTIST is making a name for himself by tattooing leather in a way that has taken him from shoes to luxury cars.
Crash involving three vehicles closes road in both directions
A THREE-vehicle crash closed a road in Ferndown.
Live music lovers invited to Halloween concert at church
Live music lovers are being invited to a Lunchtime Live Halloween special at a Bournemouth church.
NHS issues health advice for kids ahead of half term
The NHS is issuing health advice for your little ones ahead of the upcoming half term.
Calls for fairer pensions that reflect workers’ values and priorities
A campaign has been launched calling for sweeping changes to the UK’s pension system to ensure it better serves workers and retirees.
Woman crowned Miss Great Britain vows to fight for bereavement rights
The newly crowned Miss Great Britain is fighting to challenge bereavement leave rights in the workplace after losing both of her parents by the age of 18.
Anti social behaviour 'has continued to fall' in town centre, police say
Dorset Police have said that anti social behaviour 'has continued to fall' since 2024, due to community collaboration and hotspot policing.
MP raises alarm over rising GP wait-times in Dorset
GP appointment waiting times have reached a 'record high' prompting concerns from a Dorset MP.
'Farage apes Trump's policies because he can't think of his own'
According to Tom Bennett of Dorset Chamber of trade (Dorset Chamber online) a little known policy Donald Trump has authorised is causing a disastrous loss of revenue to many small businesses in the Bournemouth area.
Bournemouth hospital gets £1.7m for green energy projects
Labour Government has given Royal Bournemouth Hospital a further £1.7m for green energy projects
Warning issued as new driving licence rules for Brits over 55 to come in from today
UK drivers have been warned that a major update to driving licence regulations will directly affect drivers aged 55.
Brits who had an iPhone or iPad between 2015 and 2024 could be owed £75
If you had an iPhone or iPad between 2015 and 2024 you could be owed up to £75.
REVIEW: Marti Pellow at the BIC in Bournemouth
The Marti Pellow gig at the BIC on Friday night was an excellent example of just how good things can be when the artist, band, backing singers and the production team come together and produce an almost flawless show.
New solar design centre to open in Bournemouth town centre
A new solar design centre will open its doors in Bournemouth town centre this weekend.
REVIEW: Review: Adam Ant at the BIC in Bournemouth
IT was two legends for the price of one at the Bournemouth International Centre.
REVIEW: Rick Wakeman at the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
Prog rock keyboard wizard Rick Wakeman made a triumphant return to the Bournemouth Pavilion with his latest show entitled The Return of The Caped Crusader Part 2.
The 30-minute laundry rule that avoids clothes getting musty in winter
In the colder months of autumn and winter, there is a 30-minute laundry rule households should follow to avoid clothes getting musty
The one thermostat mistake that could be making your home colder than it needs
Setting a consistent, moderate temperature on your thermostat can make your home warmer than constantly adjusting it, experts have shared
Man arrested after police chase ends in with crash into 1820's cottage
A man has been arrested after reportedly failing to stop for police before crashing into a home in Christchurch.
Former restaurant site could be used during Bournemouth Pier repairs
The former Valentino’s restaurant site has been proposed as a compound for the Bournemouth Pier repairs.
Building society could be transformed into adult gaming centre
More then 100 planning applications were submitted to BCP Council in the last week, from advertising to retrospective plans here is a round up of some of proposals.
Residents invited to have their say on new designs for skatepark
New designs to transform the skatepark at Baiter Park in Poole are currently going through public feedback.
Coastal risk management and housing to be discussed by cabinet
BCP Council’s cabinet meeting is set to cover a wide-ranging of items, including finance, housing performance, library strategy and coastal risk management.
'Masked' group tries to break into Poole store
Police are searching for witnesses after a group dressed in dark clothing attempted to break into a bike shop in Poole.
More than 100 affordable homes are proposed for council owned land
More than 100 affordable homes are proposed for council owned land in Poole.
Thieves target five businesses at craft centre, stealing cash and charity boxes
THIEVES broke into five businesses, stealing cash and charity boxes from a craft centre.
'We're extremely concerned for Joanne’s welfare': Search for missing 81 year old
Police are searching for a missing elderly lady, believed to be in Dorset.
Warning issued after series of diesel thefts
A warning has been issued after a series of diesel thefts.
Amazing autumnal things to do in the New Forest during Halloween half term 2025
Autumn is full of opportunities for adventures. Here's our pick of some of the amazing things to do this Halloween half term.
New illuminated steam train ride coming to the New Forest this Christmas
Exbury Gardens in the New Forest has unveiled a Christmas Night Train, an enchanting illuminated steam train ride around the woodland gardens after dark
'Trailblazer' school recognised for outstanding music programme
Ferndown Middle School becomes the first middle school awarded Octagon lead school status and was also awarded the Music Mark for its "ambition and quality."
Christchurch author releases new book about British life
A Christchurch based author has released a new book that looks at the complexities of contemporary British life.
'Without fixing the everyday issues, we won’t make Bournemouth truly better'
How do we fix the everyday things that make life harder? Creating a Bournemouth Town Council won’t help. Instead of wasting time and effort on more councillors, more meetings, and more taxes, we should focus on real solutions. I’d like to update you on the progress being made following events last week.
Coastal defence strategy update to be discussed at cabinet
Coastal defence strategy is to be updated to protect homes businesses and habitats from flooding and erosion over the next 100 years.
Council launches plan to secure sustainable energy for residents
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council launches a Local Area Energy Plan to cut carbon emissions, boost sustainability and achieve net zero by 2045.
Golden Retriever Café to bring 'heart-melting friendliness' to Bournemouth
Founders of POP+BARK, as seen on Dragons' Den, are bringing their Golden Retriever Café to Bournemouth.
School street causing traffic build-up and bus stop problems
Two bus stop clearways have been proposed in Bournemouth after a school street was pushing drop offs into a neighbouring road.
New charity shop to open with 'Halloween-themed launch event'
A new charity shop is opening with a ‘Halloween twist’.
Government could introduce pension lock to help protect savings and incentives
The government has responded to calls for Chancellor Rachel Reeves to introduce a pension lock.
Formula 1
All the key moments from the Mexico City GP
The Mexico City Grand Prix was certainly an eventful race, culminating in a dominant victory for Lando Norris that has changed the picture in the World Championship fight.
What the teams said – Race day in Mexico City
The drivers and team report back on all the action from the Mexico City Grand Prix at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.
FIA post-race press conference – Mexico City
1. Lando Norris (McLaren), 2. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari), 3. Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
Hamilton assesses Mexico penalty as Ferrari label it ‘harsh’
Lewis Hamilton was handed a 10-second penalty for gaining a lasting advantage by leaving the track following a close-quarters battle with Max Verstappen at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Leclerc overjoyed with ‘surprise’ podium in Mexico
Charles Leclerc was thrilled to claim a second podium in as many weekends at the Mexico City Grand Prix, with the Monegasque admitting that the result came as a “surprise” on a day in which Ferrari overtook Mercedes for P2 in the Teams’ Championship.
Verstappen offers verdict on Hamilton clash in Mexico
Max Verstappen admits that he "didn't expect to be on the podium" in the Mexico City Grand Prix and claimed that "the rules allow you to do the things that we do" after a controversial battle with Lewis Hamilton during Sunday's race.
Norris takes McLaren’s first Mexico win since 1989
The Mexico City Grand Prix produced not only a memorable race, but also a treasure trove of top trivia to dive into.
Bearman delighted with ‘feel-good’ career-best result in Mexico
Ollie Bearman’s fourth-place finish at the Mexico City Grand Prix was the best of his fledgling Formula 1 career, and equalled Haas’ best-ever showing.
Norris hails ‘straightforward’ Mexico win as ‘just what I was after’
Lando Norris admitted that having a “straightforward” race at the Mexico City Grand Prix en route to victory was “just what I was after”, with the win handing the McLaren driver the World Championship lead.
Piastri reflects on Mexico result after losing championship lead
Oscar Piastri has admitted that "I've got to drive the car very differently these last couple of weekends" after finishing only fifth in the Mexico City Grand Prix and losing the Drivers' Championship lead to McLaren team mate Lando Norris.
6 moments you missed at the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix
Step beyond the race results with six off-track moments you might have missed from the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix – including George Russell’s disguise, Alonso’s wrestling-mask antics and Yuki Tsunoda’s Honda tribute.
6 Winners and 5 Losers from Mexico City
F1 Correspondent & Presenter Lawrence Barretto picks out his winners and losers from an eventful Mexico City Grand Prix.
‘We just threw it away’ – Tsunoda rues losing ‘easy points’ in Mexico
Yuki Tsunoda was left frustrated at the end of the Mexico City Grand Prix after coming home 11th on a day where he felt points were more than possible in the RB21. The Japanese racer had been running in the top 10 in the first stint and was battling with the likes of Oscar Piastri, before his afternoon unravelled in the pits.
Komatsu praises Bearman's 'amazing' P4 in Mexico
Haas Team Principal Ayao Komatsu believes "we always saw huge talent" in Ollie Bearman after the Briton claimed the team's joint-best Formula 1 result in the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Listen to our Mexico City GP review
The F1 Nation team look back on all the biggest news and topics from the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.
Mekies reflects on Red Bull's Mexico City GP result
Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies has stated the team is "not going to change our approach" in the final races following a podium finish in the Mexico City Grand Prix as Max Verstappen pushes for a fifth Drivers' title
McLaren’s confidence in winning Drivers’ title ‘increased’ – Stella
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella admits that "confidence in terms of the championship is increased" after a dominant victory for Lando Norris in the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Russell criticises Mexico City GP corner cutting
George Russell was left frustrated with Mercedes' performance in the Mexico City Grand Prix and also criticised drivers who cut the opening corners of the race without being punished.
Why Red Bull came up short in the Mexico City GP
Red Bull’s recent flurry of form, which has brought Max Verstappen roaring back into championship contention, came up short in Mexico.
Windows Central
This week on Xbox: The Outer Worlds 2, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O., Dragon Quest I & II HD‑2D, and more
From Obsidian’s The Outer Worlds 2 hitting Game Pass to Dragon Quest remakes, Virtua Fighter’s return, and a flood of indies, here’s every new Xbox game launching this week.
Windows 11's Taskbar search box is getting a handy upgrade soon
Microsoft has announced a new "Copy & Search" feature for Windows 11 that streamlines searching the web for text copied to your clipboard using the search box on the Taskbar.
Windows 11’s light/dark mode glitch wasn’t Microsoft’s fault — blame PowerToys (here's why)
Microsoft recently released PowerToys version 0.95.1, addressing multiple issues, including a bug that caused the new Light Switch feature to be enabled by default, confusing users.
Halo: Combat Evolved remake sparks backlash as fans, devs, and even politicians weigh in — excitement meets skepticism
The long-rumored Halo CE Remake has finally been revealed, showcasing The Silent Cartographer mission rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5. Fans are split between excitement and concern — praising the visuals, mature tone, and attention to nostalgia, while criticizing modernized mechanics and missing features.
Windows 10 is dying — and Apple’s Macs are cashing in — but one Windows PC maker remains in the lead
A new study from Counterpoint Research shows that only one Windows laptop OEM bested Apple's YoY sales in Q3 2025. Here's what you need to know.
Xbox has a partner preview event slated for November, with Xbox Play Anywhere as the headline act
Xbox is still trucking along, with a partner preview event scheduled for November. Microsoft will also have a presence at The Game Awards in December, and a new Developer_Direct in January.
Microsoft's ambitious new Xbox: Your entire Xbox console library, the full power of Windows PC gaming, and no multiplayer paywall
The new Xbox platform is said to be a "premium" experience, and now we have some details on what it'll look like.
JSAUX unveils new Xbox Ally & Ally X accessories with fresh carrying cases and tempting charger deals
JSAUX has showcased new Slim and Max carrying case accessories for the Xbox Ally and Xbox Ally x to keep them safe while traveling. Additionally, JAUX has partnered with Amazon to host exclusive discounts for compatible chargers with limited-time codes to make them even cheaper.
Australian watchdog sues Microsoft for misleading 2.7 million M365 users — deliberately hiding a cheaper Classic subscription plan without Copilot
The ACCC is suing Microsoft for allegedly misleading users by not revealing a lower-cost Microsoft 365 alternative without Copilot.
Warzone watch out? Battlefield 6's battle royale "RedSec" is rumored to be shadow dropping tomorrow — don't call it Firestorm
Call of Duty is getting some competition just weeks before its next release.
What are "TMR" sticks, and do you really need them in a controller?
There are a few new controllers boasting TMR sticks, promising higher precision and zero drift, but what exactly is Tunneling Magnetoresistance, and how is it different from Hall Effect?
Laffgaff
How many possible opening moves are there in the game of chess?
20.
Old Friend
The other day I ran into a friend I hadn't seen in years. It got really awkward when we had to exchange insurance info.
Itsfoss
Community Strikes Back: 12 Open Source Projects Born from Resistance
From BSL license changes to abandoned codebases, see how the open source community struck back with powerful forks and fresh alternatives.