The News - Saturday, 01 November 2025

BBC News

Andrew's move out of Royal Lodge may not happen until new year

There are also no plans to formally remove Andrew from the line of succession, the government says.

Why Sarah Ferguson, Beatrice and Eugenie can't escape the taint of family scandal

The scandal engulfing Andrew is of his own making but has had a profound impact on his immediate family.

Scavenging for food in streets - desperation takes hold in Jamaica after hurricane

People in Black River haven't seen any aid and told the BBC that they are fighting to survive.

Strictly pros transform into ghouls for Halloween week - and a Celebrity Traitor guest stars

It comes as speculation continues over who will replace presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

Halloween 2025: All the celebrity costumes at Heidi Klum's party

Stars showed out in their Halloween best at Heidi Klum's annual party.

More than 60,000 flee Sudanese city after its capture by RSF militia - UN

El-Fasher is under the control of paramilitaries accused of mass executions and crimes against humanity.

Manchester synagogue attacker shot multiple times by police, inquest hears

Two Jewish men were killed when Jihad Al-Shamie attacked the synagogue before being shot dead by police.

South Africa hits back at US refugee plan to favour white Afrikaners

Pretoria rubbishes claims of a white genocide and quotes prominent Afrikaners who dub Trump's plans racist.

At 21, I was crushed by a stranger's joke about going bald. Then the way I looked at myself changed

There are multiple ways for men to combat hair loss now, but should they have to?

The Papers: 'Downfall of a prince' and 'something completely Python'

The loss of Andrew's titles continues to dominate the papers on Saturday morning.

Egypt's Grand Museum opens, displaying Tutankhamun tomb in full for first time

The launch of the billion-dollar site sees fresh calls for the return of antiquities held in museums overseas.

Homes without lounges now a reality for renters

Nearly a third of homes advertised on a property sharing website had no living room.

Hand of Moscow? The men jailed for vandalism in French hybrid warfare case

Three Bulgarians are jailed for painting red hands on France's Holocaust Memorial in a suspected case of Russian "destabilisation".

She's a pop star, he's a former PM - why Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau just might work

Both the former Canadian prime minister and the California Girl singer have been through high and lows of public opinion.

'No inch here was spared': Hurricane Melissa destroys Jamaica town

The BBC’s Nada Tawfik reports from Black River, where the strongest storm to hit the country in modern history has left scenes of desperation.

How two brothers helped propel grime into the mainstream

They changed the face of British music when they formed the label after their rap crew disbanded.

Hundreds feared dead in Tanzania crackdown on election protests

A diplomatic source tells the BBC there is credible evidence that at least 500 people have been killed.

'Nobody owns the sand': The 12-metre fence dividing an affluent beach town

Residents in Sandbanks are arguing over access to a beach which has been fenced off by homeowners.

'Plan your exit like a celebrity' - why young people are being encouraged to write wills

At the start of Will Aid, young people are being encouraged to make their dying wishes known.

'I was accused of spying and beaten' - a boy's escape from captured Sudan city

A 12-year-old tells the BBC that in the chaos he lost contact with his family and is now on his own at a camp.

Meet the 'silver influencers' taking TikTok and Instagram by storm

Older women are carving out a niche online for people who want authentic content.

Andrew should answer Epstein questions in US, Democrats say

Members of a panel investigating late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein say the former prince should "come clean".

Politicians rarely comment on the royals. That could all change after the Andrew saga

For years, ministers avoided speaking about the royal row - but this could be a turning point, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

UK aid for Hurricane Melissa reaches Jamaica as Britons to be evacuated

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said the UK's first chartered flight from Jamaica to the UK will depart late on Saturday.

Helicopter crash victim named by family

A man who died in a helicopter crash in Doncaster on Thursday has been named as Peter Smith, 70.

Two more charged over Louvre jewellery heist

A 38-year-old woman and another person appeared before a French magistrate over the museum theft that shocked the world.

Homes without lounges now a reality for renters

Nearly a third of homes advertised on a property sharing website had no living room.

At 21, I was crushed by a stranger's joke about going bald. Then the way I looked at myself changed

There are multiple ways for men to combat hair loss now, but should they have to?

She's a pop star, he's a former PM - why Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau just might work

Both the former Canadian prime minister and the California Girl singer have been through high and lows of public opinion.

Why Sarah Ferguson, Beatrice and Eugenie can't escape the taint of family scandal

The scandal engulfing Andrew is of his own making but has had a profound impact on his immediate family.

'Nobody owns the sand': The 12-metre fence dividing an affluent beach town

Residents in Sandbanks are arguing over access to a beach which has been fenced off by homeowners.

The best looks from Heidi Klum's Halloween party

Stars showed out in their Halloween best at Heidi Klum's annual party.

Strictly gears up for Halloween week - and a Celebrity Traitor guest stars

It comes as speculation continues over who will replace presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

Cruise cancelled following death of woman left behind on island

The Coral Adventurer was just two days into a 60-day voyage at the time of Suzanne Rees' death.

Thousands of poorest Scots to receive free weight-loss jabs in trial

Up to 5,000 people in Scotland will take the injections as part of a multi-million pound study being led by Glasgow University.

Tutankhamun tomb on display in full for first time as Grand Museum opens in Egypt

The launch of the billion-dollar site sees fresh calls for the return of antiquities held in museums overseas.

Young women should not join Army, says mother of soldier who took her life

The mum of soldier who was sexually assaulted says the Army "protects themselves" and not recruits.

Defence of Donbas town a priority, Zelensky says, as special forces deployed

Army sources tell the BBC military intelligence special forces are being used to protect supply lines into Pokrovsk.

Former Aberdeen and Arsenal footballer Willie Young dies aged 73

The defender played for Aberdeen, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur but is best remembered for a cynical foul which changed the laws of the game.

The popular Microsoft game series heading to Playstation for the first time

Microsoft is taking one of its most popular and recognisable game series to a rival console for the first time.

How TikTok put a centuries-old Hull festival on the global map

TikTokers such as Kalani Ghost Hunter, Redheadresidence and PT Vlogs posted content from the fair.

Rare wolf spider rediscovered after 40 years

The team that found the tiny orange-legged arachnid have named it the white-knuckled wolf spider.

I’m skateboarding the 1,553-mile Wild Atlantic Way after my friend’s death

Becky Gilmour set out on her coastal journey to help "open up the conversation around suicide".

Bournemouth Echo

Thousands ran Cancer Research UK 5k Race for Life in Dorset in 2005

Clad in pink, many participants pinned cards to their backs, sharing their personal reasons for racing.

New 'all-electric' parcel delivery service is expanding to Bournemouth and Poole

A PARCEL delivery company has announced their services are expanding to Bournemouth and Poole.

Festival of fun-gi at Careys Secret Garden

Mushroom enthusiasts came together for a festival of fun-gi at Carey’s Secret Garden in Wareham.

Poole baker takes home top awards for new flavourful creations

A Poole baker rose to the top to take home two prestigious awards last week for pair of new flavourful creations.

Trains cancelled after car obstructs track

A car on the line at Brockenhurst had cancelled all services through the station.

Vigil held in Bournemouth Square against racism and migrant 'vilification'

Members of an anti-racism group took to Bournemouth town centre to speak out against hatred and highlight migrant channel crossing deaths.

Pair make third attempt to replace Sandbanks home with even bigger one

A determined businessman has made a third attempt to build a bigger home after previous plans were refused.

7 new destinations readers want to see Bournemouth Airport fly to in the future

Daily Echo readers want to see plenty of new destinations added as options for Bournemouth Airport, including Italy, Ireland and Germany

Missing 12-year-old found

A girl from Dorset has been located following urgent police searches

Mudeford beach hut broken into with woman 'sleeping inside'

A beach hut was broken into with a woman believed to have been staying inside it for possibly a week.

Urgent searches for missing 12-year-old

Officers have been searching for a missing girl in Sherborne and would like the public’s help in their efforts to find her following 'unsuccessful searches.'

'We can't wait': Handmade jewellery company to open in former bus office

A surf-inspired handmade jewellery brand is due to open their first store in the old Yellow Buses ticket office.

REVIEW: ABC, BIC, Bournemouth

The Lexicon of Love album reached No.1 in the charts 43 years ago, and is still a benchmark of sound quality, production, signwriting and performing that most bands can only aspire to.  

Ferry service offers alternative to sitting in Christchurch roadworks

A ferry service is offering fed-up residents an alternative to sitting in traffic during the ongoing Christchurch bypass roadworks.

Missing woman from east Dorset is found, say police

A missing woman from east Dorset has been found, police have said.

Three arrested in connection with suspected poaching offences

Three people have been arrested in connection with suspected poaching offences.

Do you know him? CCTV bid after wine and chocolate stolen

Wine, chocolate and deodorant worth almost £150 were stolen from a convenience store.

REVIEW: Steve Knightley at Lighthouse Poole

He was part of Show of Hands for so long that it takes a while to get use to seeing Steve Knightley without Phil Beer looming over his right shoulder and Miranda Sykes on his left.

Woman missing after family say she was 'very upset'

A woman from east Dorset who was said to be "very upset" when she was last seen has been reported missing.

'Treasury should be supporting leisure businesses'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves, whom I would imagine has never set foot inside a betting shop, could effectively close down thousands of them in her upcoming November budget.

'Overly dominant' house extension rejected by inspectors

A homeowner's appeal to extend their property has been rejected in Lymington in the New Forest due to concerns it would be "overly dominant".

Care home residents dress up for cancer charity

Colten Care homes in the south took part in the Wear It Pink campaign to support Breast Cancer Now, raising around £100.

Top attraction in the running for two major awards

One of Hampshire's top attractions is in the running for two major awards

Man who was found dead in the New Forest named as inquest opens

An inquest has opened into the death of a Southampton man whose body was discovered in the New Forest.

New era for heritage railway marked by signing of Framework Agreement

A signing ceremony and first meeting between Network Rail and Swanage Railway was held at Corfe Castle last week to mark a new era of collaboration.

Sustainable Christmas cracker business opens doors to public

A Christmas cracker business offering sustainable crackers in Christchurch will be opening their doors to public next month.

Christmas lights details revealed ahead of annual switch-on

Christchurch Town Council has announced details for this year’s Christmas lights and switch on event.

'Do not eat': Aldi, Home Bargains, M&S, Tesco and more UK supermarkets issue recalls

Supermarkets are recalling food and drink items, including products sold at Home Bargains, Aldi, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, Iceland, Lidl and more major UK supermarkets.

Woman dies after condition deteriorates following fall in garden

An inquest has opened into the death of a woman whose condition deteriorated following a fall in her garden at home.

Review: Town centre restaurant unveils new autumn/winter menu

After a busy day at work, I was treated to a mid-week meal to sample Cosy Club’s Autumn/Winter menu.

Charity-run garden centre where plants serve a 'higher purpose'

A charity run garden centre which supports people with suffering from mental illness by teaching horticultural skills and giving them real world work experience is Trader of the Week.

Warning to UK drivers over firework law that if broken can lead to £300 fines

A warning has been issued to UK drivers buying fireworks, as storing too many in your car or keeping them for too long can lead to a fine.

DWP appeal as thousands of State Pensioners are missing out on £83 a week

The DWP has launched a fresh drive to boost Pension Credit take-up, as new stats show thousands are missing out on the payment, worth around £83 a week

Drivers warned of £1,000 fines for doing this common friendly gesture on roads

This gesture may appear friendly but it actually breaches the Highway Code and could be considered driving without due care and attention.

5 ways you can recycle your Halloween pumpkin once spooky season is over

Pumpkins can have a couple of uses once the Halloween season is over, including for composting, food or even a face mask

£700 sitting in your drawer: How to sell your old phone and get a cashback bonus

As new phones are released, many tech enthusiasts are eager to upgrade to the latest handset. But you could be sitting on hundreds of pounds.

Cadbury makes 'difficult decision' to discontinue a 'delicious' Dairy Milk range

Cadbury has confirmed it has "taken the difficult decision" to discontinue its Dairy Milk Fruitier and Nuttier Trail Mix range.

Formula 1

The evolution of special edition F1 helmets

From Lando Norris’ disco ball to Alex Albon’s Miami orange, special edition helmets have been everywhere this season. We take a look back at where it all began.

Could Bearman be the heir apparent to Hamilton?

Indycar winner and F1 TV analyst takes a close look at Oliver Bearman's impressive rookie season – and wonders what might be next for the talented Ferrari academy driver...

Windows Central

You're wasting your air strikes in Battlefield 6 REDSEC — here's the pro play instead

The airstrike and artillery strike in Battlefield 6 REDSEC can be significantly more powerful than you know. Here's the pro strategy to maximize their use and get the win.

Red Dead meets Stalker in this retro stealth horror from New Blood Interactive, PERFECT for the Xbox Ally with Xbox Play Anywhere

Hyperstrange and New Blood Interactive have combined forces to bring Blood West to Xbox Series X|S consoles and Xbox PC-compatible devices. The indie game combines nostalgic, low-resolution art, eldritch horrors, and immersive stealth FPS/RPG hybrid gameplay in one cohesive experience.

The Outer Worlds 2 patch 1.004.001 is live — fixes major quest bugs and visual glitches (and yes, Inez finally works)

The Outer Worlds 2 is great, but it's hardly perfect. Obsidian Entertainment is rolling out a new patch right now, and it actually fixed an annoying bug.

Razer’s new Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz is absurdly fast, ridiculously precise, and terrifyingly good — it feels like a cheat code for competitive gaming

The Huntsman V3 Pro 8KHz delivers absurd responsiveness and precision that can make every other keyboard feel sluggish, but its $250 price tag means it’s aimed squarely at players chasing every possible competitive advantage.

This fast-paced and blood-drenched FPS is still my favorite DOOM game of all-time — Even after five years, it puts the rest of the series to shame

Loaded has a limited-time Halloween 87% discount for the PC version of DOOM: Eternal, one of the greatest first-person shooters in modern gaming, and my all-time favorite DOOM game.

Microsoft revamps the Start menu in Windows 11 — scrollable layout, new views, and fewer clicks

Microsoft is rolling out a new Start menu for Windows 11 with a unified, scrollable layout that combines all sections into one view and finally adds an option to hide the "Recommended" area. The redesign arrives with the November 2025 update, and in this guide, I'll highlight everything you need to know to get started.

Silent Hill 2 gets an ESRB Rating for Xbox Series X|S — Could this be a sign we'll finally see this awesome horror remake on Xbox?

We have recently discovered that the Entertainment Software Rating Board has given the critically acclaimed Silent Hill 2 remake an Xbox Series X|S rating, implying it may soon be heading for Microsoft's home consoles.

"The virtuous cycle of AI has arrived" — NVIDIA's CEO believes AI can address $100 trillion of the world's industries as the market accelerates

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang delivered a keynote speech at the APEC CEO summit in South Korea on Friday, in which he explained that the AI boom will likely only accelerate now that the industry has reached a tipping point that he calls a "virtuous cycle."

Laffgaff

Who won an Oscar for his role as Tommy DeVito in the movie Goodfellas?

Joe Pesci.

Roulette Wheel

I went to the casino and had a few spins on the roulette wheel, until they told me to get off it.