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Reeves says Budget will be 'fair' as tax rise speculation mounts
The chancellor is expected to roll the pitch for a difficult Budget as economists predict tax rises on 26 November.
Police investigating whether train attack suspect linked to stabbing of 14-year-old on Friday
A force is investigating three other knife-related incidents in Peterborough over the weekend.
Online porn showing choking to be made illegal, government says
Possession and publication of such material will be a criminal offence, under amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill.
China academic intimidation claim referred to counter-terrorism police
Sensitive research into alleged human rights abuses is alleged to have been shut down by Chinese agents.
New Attenborough doc captures lion saving pregnant hyena from wild dogs
Four rival carnivore families battle it out for rule over a remarkable river valley in Zambia.
William poses for selfies as he arrives in Rio for Earthshot Prize
The prince has key environmental work planned with the Earthshot Prize and a speech at the COP30 summit - but started with a cable car trip up Sugarloaf Mountain.
Calls for legal right to paid leave for IVF treatment
Campaigners say IVF treatment should be less stigmatised in the workplace and come with legal entitlements to time off
More people are ditching Buy Now Pay Later loans in favour of family help - but even they are charging interest
But some people said borrowing from their nearest and dearest had affected those relationships.
Oscar-nominated US actress Diane Ladd dies at 89
"We were blessed to have her," said her daughter, actress Laura Dern. The two acted together in many films and the HBO show Enlightened.
Scunthorpe player and Forest fan among train attack victims
Scunthorpe United footballer Jonathan Gjoshe, 22 and Nottingham Forest fan Stephen Crean were stabbed.
'Do you want to die?: Train attack victim describes confrontation with alleged attacker
Stephen Crean was among those injured in a knife attack on a train in Cambridgeshire on Saturday evening.
The 20 terrifying minutes endured by train attack passengers
BBC Verify uses witness statements and video evidence to piece together a timeline of a devastating stabbing.
He made his money selling camels and gold. Now this warlord controls half of Sudan
Mohamed Hamdan Dagolo will either lead a breakaway state or seek to take control of the whole country, Sudanese say.
'Police probe incidents before train attack' and 'tough but fair' Budget
Police probing other knife-related incidents and the chancellor flagging "tough decisions" in a pre-Budget speech leads the papers.
Kim Kardashian has taken her law exams but says: I could never be a divorce lawyer
Kardashian plays a divorce lawyer in drama All's Fair but is more keen on criminal law in real life.
Antarctic glacier's rapid retreat sparks scientific 'whodunnit'
A new study suggests that changes to Hektoria Glacier are unprecedented - but not all scientists agree.
Peter Mandelson was not interviewed for US ambassador job, MPs hear
Peter Mandelson was sacked in September due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein being exposed.
Unexpected O2 price rise is disappointing, government says
The technology secretary says O2's higher-than-expected price increase is "disappointing" given the cost of living.
Linkin Park to headline 2026 Download festival
Guns N' Roses will also top the bill at the rock and metal festival, with dozens of other acts to appear.
Conservative Party nearly ran out of money, says Badenoch
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says donors could have walked away following the party's worst ever election defeat.
Israeli military's ex-top lawyer arrested over leak of video allegedly showing Palestinian detainee abuse
Maj Gen Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi resigned on Friday, admitting leaking a video allegedly showing abuse of a Palestinian detainee.
Head teachers to be consulted on strike action over new Ofsted inspections
New Ofsted inspections will go ahead as planned this month after the NAHT union's failed legal challenge.
Train hero who saved passengers during attack named
The family of rail worker Samir Zitouni say they are "immensely proud" and he has "always been a hero".
Mass train stabbings linked with attack on boy, 14
Police say the suspect attempted murders are being linked with three other incidents.
Alan Bates to get multi-million-pound payout over Post Office scandal
Sir Alan led a group of 555 subpostmasters who took part in a landmark group legal action against the Post Office.
Arise Sir David: Beckham says being knighted is his proudest moment
The star was recognised alongside stars from the world of culture including Dame Elaine Paige.
Badenoch calls for sackings at BBC over edited Trump speech
An episode of Panorama is accused of misleading viewers with its editing of a speech by Donald Trump.
British boy who sued parents must stay at Ghana boarding school, judge rules
The boy, 14 and from London, took his parents to court after they sent him to school in Africa.
Stone tool discovery suggests very first humans were inventors
The find shows that the technology was passed down through thousands of generations.
Manchester Pride performers and suppliers owed £1.3m, report says
Headliner Nelly Furtado - who is owed more than £145,000 - is among 180 people and companies yet to be paid.
Couple took in six passengers after train attack
Jan Sears says the passengers were told to run as fast and as far away as they could from the station.
Chris Mason: Could Reeves break a 50-year taboo by raising income tax?
It is more than half a century since a chancellor chose to put up the basic rate of income tax.
Dick Cheney: Former US vice-president who helped lead 'war on terror'
The Washington insider whose vast experience of American politics was crucial to the presidency of George W Bush and widely seen as the architect of the "war on terror.
Polls open in US elections - here are five things to watch
Though President Donald Trump is not on the ballot, his agenda looms large over the races in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia.
As David Beckham is knighted by King, how does the honours system work?
How the New Year, King's Birthday, and other honours are decided and awarded.
Claim UK university stopped research after China pressure referred to counter-terror police
Sensitive research into alleged human rights abuses is alleged to have been shut down by Chinese agents.
New Attenborough documentary captures lion saving pregnant hyena from wild dogs
Four rival carnivore families battle it out for rule over a remarkable river valley in Zambia.
More than 50 missed opportunities to stop paedophile head, report finds
Neil Foden, 68, was jailed for 17 years after being convicted of 19 charges involving four girls.
Vapers overtake smokers for first time in Britain
Some 5.4 million adults use vapes daily or occasionally compared with 4.9 million using cigarettes, figures show.
Tommy Robinson cleared of terror offence after not giving police access to his phone
Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was found not guilty at Westminster Magistrates' Court.
Publisher apologises for 'hurt' to author Kate Clanchy after book's racism row
Kate Clanchy was accused of using racist descriptions of children in her book.
Online porn showing choking to be made illegal, government says
Possession and publication of such material will be a criminal offence, under amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill.
Bournemouth Echo
When we could pop to Egypt for the day
It sounds like a travel fantasy: leave the English south coast in the morning, stand before the Great Pyramid of Giza after lunch, and be back home in your own bed that same night.
Post Office opens at new location in Bournemouth
Boscombe Precinct Post office opened its doors at a new location.
New green space opens for residents to enjoy
A NEW alterative natural recreational green space has opened transforming previously inaccessible land into a natural space for community.
In The Dock: Man beaten in supermarket
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Family business marks ten years with grand reopening after refurb
A business in Wimborne is holding a 'grand' reopening to mark a ten year milestone this month.
Dad with memory loss and confusion dies months after brain tumour diagnosis
A man from Bournemouth died just three months after being diagnosed with a brain tumour.
Hospital patients allegedly raped and sexually assaulted by NHS staff, figures show
PATIENTS have been allegedly raped and sexually assaulted by NHS staff in Dorset hospitals, figures show.
Two doctor surgeries evacuated over 'bomb threats'
TWO doctor surgeries evacuated its staff and patients after ‘bomb’ threats were reportedly made.
'We’re parents trying to do our best, trying to be a voice for our children'
Residents gathered outside Bournemouth town hall to protest what they describe as a “broken” special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system.
2 Dorset residents win £100k prizes as November Premium Bonds winners revealed
Here are the Premium Bonds winners for November 2025 in Dorset - check if you've won a prize.
The Dorset postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month
A few postcodes across Dorset won prizes in the People's Postcode Lottery in October 2025, including in Poole and Christchurch
Busy junction to close for urgent repairs next week
REFURBISHMENT works will take place at busy junction next week which council says are now in urgent need for repairs.
Pub wants to add more activities and extend time alcohol can be sold
A pub in Bournemouth has submitted an application to add more activities, extend the time alcohol can be sold and make changes to the layout.
When to see November’s Beaver Moon (one of the brightest in 2025)
This is the exact day and time you can see November's Beaver Moon rise in the UK - this supermoon is one of the brightest in 2025
Labour unveils £9bn plan to fix military families’ housing
Military families are set for a major boost as Labour launches a £9 billion renewal of armed forces housing, the biggest in over 50 years.
Studio Global marks 25 years with expansion and support for young creatives
Studio Global is celebrating 25 years of helping brands grow stronger through creativity. To mark the milestone, the independent agency is doubling the size of its Boscombe studio to create more space for collaboration and expanding its support for emerging talent through portfolio reviews, work experience and student placements.
Plans for nursing home among nearly 70 applications made last week
Nearly 70 planning applications were submitted to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council in the last week from changes in use to advertising applications.
Council leader to 'demand' meeting about BCP send budget
Cabinet has approved the council leader writing to Government ministers to ‘demand’ a meeting to discuss how BCP finances the SEND budget.
Plant-based diet recommendation postponed until next meeting
A recommendation for plant-based and reduced meat and dairy diets will be discussed at a cabinet meeting later this month.
Memorial garden noticeboard replaced thanks to funding
A garden in Bournemouth has had a noticeboard replaced with funding from Ward Improvement Levy.
Street food company submits bid to play music and sell alcohol
A street food company has submitted an application to be able to play music and sell alcohol.
Tesco Express store could have licence reviewed amid residents' fears
A community group has submitted an application to review a Tesco Express in Bournemouth.
Designer 'pushing' website to tackle more than 100 cases of plagiarism
A BOURNEMOUTH designer is said to be part of efforts to push online marketplaces to fight against copycats.
The HMRC trick to check your pay before it lands in your bank account
The HMRC app has a way to check your pay before it lands in your bank account, plus a host of other Pay As You Earn (PAYE) information
Christmas stamp designs for Royal Mail this year, as first class stamp now £1.70
This year's Royal Mail Christmas stamps have gone on sale, featuring scenes of the Nativity, as for the first festive season first class stamps hit £1.70
All 24 DWP benefits eligible for 'Christmas bonus' payment next month
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) Christmas bonus will be paid to those receiving these 24 benefits this December.
DWP winter cold weather payments begins this week - are you eligible?
Cold Weather Payment are a DWP scheme to help people with their heating bills when temperatures drop to zero, and it runs from November 1 each year.
The common road signs most drivers don't understand - do you know them?
Motorists are being urged to check their knowledge after the AA found that half of us find parts of the Highway Code difficult to navigate
Dealer jailed for possession with intent to supply crack and heroin
A drug dealer who was found in possession of crack cocaine and heroine has been jailed for four years.
Christmas Fair coming to Poole to support hospice with festive fun
A hospice charity is hosting a Christmas fair in Poole this November to raise funds ahead of the festive season.
Father and son raise money for club's new charity partner
A FATHER and son fundraised for a heart charity as AFC Bournemouth announced partnership with the organisation.
Back up plan should have been in place with new wheelie bins
Civic chiefs should have drawn up a “back up” plan when rolling out wheelie bins in the New Forest, a councillor has said.
Farmers stage tractor display to thank care home residents for food bank help
Farmers displayed a trio of vintage tractors outside a Lymington dementia care home to thank residents and staff for their input to a food bank campaign.
Talk to outline the rise and decline of Dorset's water meadows
Paul, a former programme leader in Forensic Archaeology, will explore the agricultural importance of water meadows and the reasons behind their decline.
'Rubbish roads equals rubbish economy'
Christchurch residents are currently paying the very high price of not allowing a joined up safe cycle route network to be provided around or through the town.
'Nation's favourite' Simon & Garfunkel tribute heading to Wimborne
The 'nation's favourite' Simon & Garfunkel tribute is coming to Wimborne later this month.
Wimborne Christmas Market returns with seasonal stalls
Wimborne’s seasonal celebrations will see the return of the town’s Christmas Market on Saturday 29th November, running from 11am to 6pm in the High Street Car Park and parts of the main high street just off Wimborne Square.
Cafe that's a "little gem" shortlisted in Daily Echo competition
A Christchurch café says it ‘honoured’ to be shortlisted in the Daily Echo’s Café of the Year 2025 competition.
Poole High School to welcome saxophonist Jess Gillam for live performance
Saxophonist Jess Gillam to visit Poole High School and will perform Dani Howard’s Saxophone Concerto UK premiere with Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Nov 5.
Special tea party held to honour former Bletchley codebreaker
Braeside Bowls Club celebrated their oldest member, Pat Shepherd, with an early birthday party as she approaches her 100th birthday.
Veterinary team shares tips to keep animals calm during fireworks
Stokewood Vets in Bournemouth has launched a campaign to help pet owners protect animals from stress caused by seasonal fireworks displays.
This is why condensation is forming on your windows and how you can stop it
Everything you need to know about why condensation may be forming on your windows, and how you can prevent it from happening
County-wide art event will now be an annual event
POPULAR county event for artists and makers will be returning, and registrations are open now.
Formula 1
What’s on at the 2025 Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Discover what’s on at the F1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix 2025 – find the full race schedule, live entertainment, food and drinks. It’s non-stop action at Interlagos.
Cowell adamant Aston Martin will win back-to-back titles
Andy Cowell is confident that Aston Martin will achieve the goal they have set of one day winning back-to-back championships, with the team boss stating that the squad’s vision is to “get to the top and then stay at the top”.
Wolff says Antonelli ‘absolutely’ World Champion material
Toto Wolf believes that Kimi Antonelli will show the “real Kimi” in 2026, with the Mercedes boss feeling confident that the rookie will be better prepared to deal with various aspects of the sport during his sophomore campaign.
Windows Central
Despite the hype, Battlefield 6 fails to dent Call of Duty's reign in the US ahead of Black Ops 7 launch — but there's a big caveat
Battlefield 6 is off to a strong start in the U.S, but it doesn't seem to be peeling players away from Call of Duty, at least so far.
One of Xbox's most legendary RPGs is getting a major update with a brand new way to play — and players can test the new mode out soon
Obsidian Entertainment's isometric role-playing game Pillars of Eternity is finally getting a turn-based mode, and players can test it starting Nov. 5, 2025.
One of my favorite Xbox Game Pass games is leaving this month — I can't believe this huge FPS title is departing
Nearly a full year after its launch onto Xbox, Windows PC, and Game Pass, GSC Game World's popular survival-horror shooter STALKER 2 is leaving the program.
These wired headphones deliver comfort, clarity, and zero lag — perfect for gaming marathons
Best Buy and other retailers have jumped the gun on Black Friday discounts as they are hosting a 30% discount for the highly acclaimed HyperX Cloud III gaming headset.
Microsoft admits that Windows 10 is wrongly telling users they're out of support — here's the fix
A Windows Update bug is causing Windows 10 users to see an error when they check for updates, even when enrolled into Microsoft's extended support program.
This heavily-discounted Surface Pro 11 is a fan favorite — which says a lot in a year where nothing else deserves the word favorite
Black Friday discounts are flying early, as Best Buy has secured a 22% discount for the critically-acclaimed Surface Pro 11 laptop (Snapdragon X Plus) to help consumers find a new, affordable PC for work and casual activities.
Microsoft responds to push back from users — will listen to feedback regarding new simplified naming scheme for Windows 11 updates
The company says it is actively working on improving its new update naming scheme for Windows 11 after pushback from users.
Microsoft is investing $15.2 billion in the world's AI hotspot — Why that's great news for NVIDIA and its specialized GPUs
Microsoft says it plans to spend another $7.9 billion in the UAE's AI buildout from 2026 until 2029, and NVIDIA's specialized AI GPUs are at the heart of the expenses.
Sapphire's new Edge AI is one of the most user-friendly mini PCs I've ever seen
I'm easily pleased, and Sapphire's simple, but brilliant feature on its new mini PC definitely ticks the box.
Handheld gaming mode is officially rolling out to more than just the Xbox Ally — here's how you get it right now
The newest Insider build of Windows 11 is bringing the new handheld gaming mode to other handheld gaming PCs, and you can try it right now.
Nintendo's controversial "summon and fight" anti-Palworld patent could get smacked down, in a shock move, by the head of the U.S. Patent Office
Nintendo’s U.S. patent strategy faces a major setback. The head of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has taken the rare step of ordering a reexamination of Nintendo’s controversial patent that covers the mechanic of summoning a helper character to fight in manual or automatic modes.
Xbox PC Game Pass crackdown breaks family setup — wiping child save files and disabling parental controls
A quiet policy shift has broken a long-used family setup on PC, risking parental controls and wiping saves without warning.
First look at Windows 11's new Copilot-powered Taskbar search box in action — better than the old search UI?
Microsoft has started testing a new Copilot-powered search box on the Taskbar on Windows 11. It's better in some ways, but worse in others. Let's take a look.
Forget your dual monitor setup, this curved OLED panel is all the 49-inch widescreen luxury you'll ever need for Black Friday
Best Buy's early Black Friday Sales event is in full swing, and it has snagged a gigantic 41% discount for the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9, dropping it below $1,000.
Windows 95 is back in your web browser — but it’s buggy and risky. Here's why.
ChatGPT shared an interesting tidbit, highlighting how to run Windows 95 directly from your browser using a web-based emulator, but the user experience was buggy and rife with performance and security issues.
Viral superhero game Dispatch already sold over 1 million copies — and that's without Xbox support
AdHoc Studio's superhero-focused game Dispatch has already sold over a million copies across PlayStation 5 and Windows PC.
Fake Windows 11 bypass tool could infect your PC — here’s how to stay safe
Flyoobe's developer has issued a warning about a suspicious website and an update for the tool, which could make Windows 10 users susceptible to malicious attacks.
Laffgaff
Which 16th-century French astrologer and physician is best known for writing Les Prophéties, a book of cryptic verses?
Nostradamus.
Dirty Dancing
I was watching 'Dirty Dancing' while eating dinner with my spouse the other night and I sneakily took the herbs off her plate. I've had the thyme off my wife...
Itsfoss
What is a Media Server Software? Why You Should Care About it?
Kodi, Jellyfin, Plex, Emby! You might have heard and wondered what those are and why people are crazy about them. Let me explain in this article.