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Crime fixer caught by BBC offering to erase £60K fines on migrant workers
Calling himself "the accountant", the fixer told undercover reporters how he could “confuse” immigration enforcement.
Watch: BBC reporter confronts man at centre of illegal worker network
The BBC's Ed Thomas confronted Kardos Mateen, who is at the centre of an illegal worker network.
Police hunt for two men mistakenly released from prison
It comes just weeks after migrant sex offender Hadush Kebatu was also released from prison by mistake.
Inside Gaza, BBC sees total devastation after two years of war
With endless rubble and destroyed streets as far as the eye can see, any plans for Gaza's future are a far cry from where it is today, writes Lucy Williamson.
Patients left in limbo - how the NHS is closing the door on ADHD cases
A BBC investigation finds that a host of areas in England are closing waiting lists and others are rationing care.
William announces Earthshot Prize 2025 winners in Rio
Winners include a project for making the Atlantic Forest financially viable and a global ocean treaty initiative
'It was fight or flight': Man drove car at train stabbings suspect after attack
Dave Scott says he used his car to hit the alleged attacker before police made an arrest.
Interest rates expected to be held as Budget looms
Most analysts believe the Bank rate will remain at 4% for now, although there could be a cut in December.
'Vibe coding' named word of the year by Collins Dictionary
The art of making an app by describing it to artificial intelligence (AI) tops 10 new terms on the shortlist.
How caffeine can help you manage headaches and three other tips
If you're getting a pattern of milder, recurring headaches here are four things you can do to help manage it.
Huge estates in Scotland could be broken up as MSPs pass land reform bill
The legislation is designed to help reduce the concentration of rural land ownership among a small number of people.
Democrats hit back and a winning message - four US election night takeaways
It was an encouraging night for the Democratic Party who scored some decisive wins. Here's what we learned.
The Papers: 'Not again...' and 'Democratic cheer'
The mistaken release of two prisoners from Wandsworth Prison and Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York lead Thursday's papers.
Chris Mason: The justice system is failing - the buck stops with Lammy
Problems in the prisons and the courts are not new but they are growing and the government doesn't have a grip on them.
From gas to groceries, has Trump kept his promise to tackle rising prices?
President Trump promised to bring down inflation. One year on from his victory, BBC Verify revisits some of his claims.
Wednesday's Beaver supermoon pictured around the world
Photographers have been out and about capturing the Beaver Moon as it rose on Wednesday.
King handed Nvidia boss a letter warning of AI dangers
In the 2023 remarks from the King he said AI was "no less important than the discovery of electricity" but warned the risks must be tackled.
Mexico president to seek charges after being groped on street
Claudia Sheinbaum says she is pressing charges because "a line must be drawn" against the harassment of Mexican women.
How Kentucky UPS plane crash unfolded and what could have caused it
Aviation analysts say the disaster, which left 12 people dead, may have been caused by engine failure
German nurse gets life in jail after murdering 10 to reduce workload
The palliative care nurse was convicted of the murder of 10 patients, and the attempted murder of 27 others.
Thousands flock to town for flaming tar barrels
Flaming tar barrels light up the streets of Ottery St Mary on Bonfire Night.
Miss Universe contestants walk out after organiser berates Miss Mexico
Video of the incident, which was live streamed, has been shared widely on the internet.
Effigy of Keir Starmer chosen for bonfire event
The group says it has been "poking fun at infamous celebrities" for more than 30 years.
Sima Kotecha: Wandsworth prison is by far the worst I've visited
The Victorian-era facility is one of the largest in the UK with its interior just as intimidating as its entrance.
Labour should stick to manifesto pledge on tax, deputy leader says
The government has repeatedly refused to rule out increasing income tax in this month's Budget.
I wanted ChatGPT to help me. So why did it advise me how to kill myself?
ChatGPT wrote a woman a suicide note and another AI chatbot role-played sexual acts with children, BBC finds.
King officially strips Andrew of prince title
The action was previously announced, and the official record now shows it has taken place.
Nancy Pelosi announces retirement after decades in US Congress
Pelosi made history as the first female Speaker and left an indelible mark on US politics.
'He threw himself at the attacker': Train stabbing survivor says hero passenger saved her
Passenger Astrid, 19, tells the BBC how Stephen Crean stood between her and the alleged attacker.
Barton says he is victim of 'political prosecution'
The ex-footballer is accused of making offensive posts on X about a presenter and two commentators.
Will Bank of England governor play Santa or Scrooge on interest rates?
The interest rate decision was made by the narrowest of margins, meaning all eyes are now on the Bank's December meeting.
Sudan's life-saving community kitchens on verge of collapse
This follows confirmation by a global hunger monitor that famine conditions are spreading in conflict zones.
How 'secret' underground energy could heat every home in Cardiff
Untapped underground energy could have potentially huge implications for Cardiff's 124,000 homes.
Are Christians being persecuted in Nigeria as Trump claims?
Donald Trump says thousands of Christians are being killed in Nigeria - where has he got the numbers from?
Why the battle still rages over land ownership in Scotland
The reaction to the Scottish government's wide-ranging new laws show the divided opinions on the issue.
Will quantum be bigger than AI?
The highly-complex technology is increasingly being tipped to transform computing.
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Vietnam after killing at least 114 in Philippines
More than 260,000 soldiers are on standby for rescue efforts as winds of up to 92mph (149km/h) hit Vietnam.
Louvre criticised for spending money on art instead of security in years before heist
Three weeks after the spectacular jewel theft at the Louvre, the museum is accused of neglecting safety and security.
Martine Croxall broke rules over 'pregnant people' facial expression, BBC says
The BBC newsreader was reading out a news bulletin about research on groups most at risk in UK heatwaves.
US boat strikes are crimes against humanity, says former ICC prosecutor
The Trump administration has sought to justify the strikes by saying it is in an armed conflict with drugs gangs.
Man who murdered 'Good Samaritan' after ploughing car into him during wedding brawl jailed
Hassan Jhangur is jailed for a minimum of 26 years for killing Chris Marriott in Sheffield in 2023.
ADHD services shutting door to new NHS patients as demand soars, BBC finds
A BBC investigation finds that a host of areas in England are closing waiting lists and others are rationing care.
Record referrals to Prevent anti-terror programme
The number of referrals to the scheme increased 27% in the year to March 2025, according to new data.
Bournemouth Echo
The quiet Dorset street where One Foot in the Grave was filmed
For fans of the classic BBC sitcom One Foot in the Grave, the house of its beleaguered protagonist, Victor Meldrew, is as iconic as his famous catchphrase, "I don't believe it!"
Artist creates worlds smallest sculpture
A WORLD recorder holder has created the smallest handmade sculpture in history.
Bid to bring back Bournemouth Air Show 'turned down' by council
A proposal to bring back the Bournemouth Air Show has been "turned down" after the council said there was not "sufficient information" to progress the application.
BCP’s ‘biggest’ road scheme taking 30 per cent of annual budget
The Christchurch bypass works is the “the biggest single scheme that we are doing in BCP this year.”
Clanker? Aura farming? Biohacking? Here is Collins’ 2025 Word of the Year revealed
The Collins Word of the Year for 2025 is here.
Bournemouth man among three arrested over people-smuggling probe
A man from Bournemouth was arrested as part of an investigation into people smuggling from Belgium to the UK.
Woman in her 30s reportedly raped in wooded area of Bournemouth
A cordon has been put in place after a man had raped a woman in a wooded area in Bournemouth.
Large police cordon at Winton Recreation Ground
A large police cordon is in place at Winton Recreation Ground. We will bring you updates as we get them.
Council spent £32k on ‘ignored’ parish and town council consultation
More than £30,000 was spent by the council on a public consultation that was ‘ignored’.
'Unhealthy' Bournemouth high streets branded 'rough ranking' by BCP Council
BCP Council has hit back at a report claiming four of the 'unhealthiest' streets in the south west are in Bournemouth and Poole.
Sandbanks Ferry prices to increase following public inquiry
Prices will be increased on the Sandbanks Ferry following a public inquiry, the operator has announced.
Pub cancels fireworks after 'distress to local wildlife' concerns
A Ringwood pub has cancelled its annual fireworks display following concerns from residents about the impact on wildlife, livestock, and pets in the New Forest.
Charity 'incredibly sorry' to announce postponement of event due to bypass works
Lewis-Manning have announced the postponement of an event at the priory due to Christchurch Bypass works.
'We hope to turn this derelict land into a venue that creates jobs'
Blue Collar has submitted a planning application for a vacant site in Bournemouth town centre.
Hospital appointments cancelled after fire breaks out
Appointments have been cancelled after a fire broke out at Bournemouth Hospital.
Person taken to hospital after early-morning crash
AN INDIVIDUAL was conveyed to hospital after crash in Poole during hours of early morning.
Motorcyclist hospitalised after crash in near Ferndown
A motorcyclist was hospitalised following a crash on Thursday morning near Stapehill.
Travellers' plan near TV star's Dorset home could go ahead
A planned permanent Travellers’ site on land next to the Dorset home of Doc Martin star Martin Clunes could go ahead after a council report stated it was not at risk of flooding.
Man charged after vehicle stolen from outside home
A man has been charged in connection with a reported vehicle theft in Bournemouth last month.
Sounds of pop music glory and nostalgia and auctioneer come to Wimborne
Silver, soundwaves and stories come together as Wimborne u3a’s Autumn Talks look set to hit all the right notes.
Major plans for 44 new flats in Poole approved
A major planning application for 44 new flats in Poole has been approved.
Man missing for 'number of days' after boarding train now located
Police are searching for a missing man named Paul in his 60s, after he was last seen boarding a train to Poole.
Dog walker 'racially abused' by woman in Poole Park
A woman reportedly racially abused by a dog walker in Poole last week.
'Do not eat': Lidl recall and apology to shoppers as food item contains glass
Lidl shoppers have been issued a “do not eat” warning as the supermarket revealed one of its products may contain glass.
'Do not eat': Lidl recall and apology to shoppers as food item contains glass
Lidl shoppers have been issued a “do not eat” warning as the supermarket revealed one of its products may contain glass.
Royal Mint reveals the 18 rarest Queen Elizabeth II coins in circulation
These are the rare coins to look out for in your change, including a coveted Kew Gardens 50p and a selection of special alphabet 10p coins
John Lewis warns parents to 'immediately stop' using baby product due to safety risk
John Lewis has issued an urgent product recall about the Maxi-Cosi Jay Plus Booster Seat removable feeding tray
PICTURES: Supermoon shines bright over Dorset and the New Forest
A supermoon shone brightly in the skies over Dorset and the New Forest last night.
Pub to be upgraded with 'modernised' new entrance and lighting
A pub in the New Forest, The Ship Inn, is set to undergo a spruce-up as the watering hole's owners look to "update and modernise" the pub.
Children urge Amanda Holden to make 'Christmas wish come true' and play song
The children behind a charity single for air ambulances are asking Amanda Holden to grant Christmas wishes by playing it on Heart Radio.
Hospice needs support 'more than ever' as entries sought for festive fundraiser
Entries are being sought for an annual fundraiser held in aid of a New Forest hospice that says it needs support "more than ever"
Extra money needed for Dorset Archive Service to remain running
Extra money will be needed from both Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole councils to keep the county’s Joint Archive Service running.
Killer hornet nest found in Dorset
There has been a confirmed sighting of a a deadly invasive species nest in Dorset.
Thousands watch spectacular firework display
Three thousand people attended a firework display organised by Broadstone First and Middle schools.
'It is lovely to keep the memories of those who fought alive'
Residents of a care home in Ringwood joined the community to honour the fallen at a remembrance event.
Lawyer appointed to panel which protects society's most vulnerable
A law firm partner has been named to a professional panel dedicated to protecting some of society’s most vulnerable individuals.
Poole business shortlisted for national award
A Poole-based business has been shortlisted for award at the UK Employee Ownership Awards.
Dorset charity launches Christmas prize draw
A Dorset-based charity that supports young people with cancer is running a festive prize draw.
'Inspiring' former Royal Marine awarded honorary degree for 'strength, resilience'
A former Royal Marine has been awarded an Honorary Degree by Bournemouth University in recognition of his strength resilience and inspiring others.
Traitors star Cat Burns to perform at Bournemouth’s O2 Academy
Traitors star Cat Burns is set to perform in Bournemouth as part of her UK tour.
National Express offers journeys from Bournemouth on Christmas Day
National Express is bringing loved ones together this Christmas with the UK’s biggest festive coach network and thousands of services running throughout the season.
Great Western Railway wins national award for inclusive services
Great Western Railway is the first train operator to achieve a national award in recognition of its work to provide an autism-friendly environment and inclusive customer service for autistic people.
Treasure Trail in Wimborne raises funds for Guide Dogs
A treasure trail opened by mayor of Wimborne and supported by Wimborne BID raised money in support of guide dogs.
Bournemouth pianist makes it to the finals of European music contest
A pianist and composer from Bournemouth have reached the finals of the biggest European music contest for emerging singers, musicians, rappers, DJs and band.
New Bournemouth-based insurance brokerage launched
A new Bournemouth-based insurance brokerage has been launched to deliver customer focused insurance solutions.
Man found dead at waterfront address in Poole
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who was found unresponsive at an address in Poole.
Dorset Police volunteers celebrated at awards ceremony
Dorset Police volunteers brought home three accolades from a regional awards ceremony, last week, recognising their commitment to help keep communities safe.
Inclusive accessibility app for disabled people secures Dragon's Den £80k deal
An app designed to make every day experiences more accessible for people with disabilities has won £80k investment in Dragon’s Den.
Author to bring bring UK book tour to Bournemouth
Author and environmentalist Jonathon Porritt brings his new book to Bournemouth this autumn as part of his UK book tour.
Beaulieu preparing for Christmas attraction
Christmas preparations are underway at Beaulieu.
'Grab your festive jumper or hat': Christmas market returns to high street
Wimborne Christmas market will be returning for this year's switch-on event.
Government
Ferry services (Integration and Regulation) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the integration of ferry services with other transport services; to make provision about the regulation of ferry services; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
What's the best F1 Fantasy line-up for Brazil?
Interlagos is a circuit built for drama – high elevation, fast laps, and unpredictable weather. Which drivers and teams are ready to master the mayhem and deliver big in F1 Fantasy?
LIVE COVERAGE: Build-up to the Sao Paulo GP weekend
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2025 Sao Paulo Grand Prix weekend in Brazil.
The ultimate fan guide to the Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Make the most of your Sao Paulo Grand Prix weekend with our fan travel guide. Explore local culture, food, nightlife, fan experiences, and the top spots to catch the racing action at Interlagos.
Who are the favourites as F1 heads to Sao Paulo?
Formula 1 heads to the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace as the Sao Paulo Grand Prix hosts Round 21 of the championship, but what do the odds tell us about who might succeed during the weekend ahead? Read on to find out...
The most important facts & stats ahead of Brazil
As F1 arrives at the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
Windows Central
OpenAI's Sora app finally hits Android — Users in select countries can now add to the pile of AI-generated videos
OpenAI launched its Sora app a few weeks ago, but until now, only iOS users were able to test out the social workings. Now, Android users in seven countries can also download the app.
Mid-range by price, premium by ambition — the OLED gaming notebook with an RTX 5060 that wants to rewrite the rules of what a $1,000 PC can do
The tech-focused online retailer, Antonline, is celebrating its 30th anniversary by hosting a special 29% discount for the Lenovo Legion 5, a mid-range gaming laptop that punches above its weight with an OLED display and the latest AMD and NVIDIA tech.
New Battlefield 6 update has finally made its Challenges less awful with over 90 changes — I can finally do them without wanting to tear my hair out
A new update for Battlefield 6 has been released that significantly reduces the difficulty of the game's progression Challenges, making them far easier to finish.
Here are all of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Mastery Camos — Multiplayer, Zombies, Warzone, and Campaign
As with every recent Call of Duty, Black Ops 7 has a bunch of Mastery Camos to grind for. This year, there are more than ever, with the addition of campaign mode Mastery. Here's what you're gunning for.
It's more bad news for Microsoft and Windows 11 — Apple's cheap MacBook actually sounds good
Powered by an A18 Pro and featuring a 13-inch display housed in an all aluminum chassis, Apple's rumored cheap MacBook is going to shake up the midrange Windows PC market in a way it previously hasn't been before.
PlayStation forced Microsoft to give up Xbox exclusives — now it wants to destroy Xbox at cloud gaming and Xbox Play Anywhere cross-buy as well
PlayStation's new "Stream Your Own Game" feature has over a thousand titles, utterly destroying Xbox Cloud Gaming's "Stream Your Own Game" feature. Although, it is limited to a specific piece of PlayStation hardware ...
BlizzCon is back in 2026, with early bird ticket pricing for the first time — here are allthedetails ... and a StarCraft tease?!
Next year, BlizzCon will finally return after a 3-year absence. To celebrate its epic comeback, Blizzard is opening early-bird ticket sales for the event for the first time in the convention's history. Here's how to buy these tickets so you don't miss out on attending this event in person.
Surprise! A Windows BitLocker bug has returned to ruin your reboot — here's how to get around it
Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 25H2, 24H2, and Windows 10 22H2 users are affected by a BitLocker Recovery bug that requires you to input a recovery key before fully booting a PC. Here's what you can do to get around it.
Don't wait for Black Friday — Best Buy's already hosting the biggest discounts for PC desktops, laptops, monitors, and more all week long
Black Friday is a few weeks away, but Best Buy isn't waiting that long. The retailer is hosting a week-long early Black Friday Deals event, and we've rounded up some of the best deals it's offering for PC and Xbox gaming.
Microsoft apologizes to 2.7 million misled users for hiding subscription options after price hikes — and for broken refund links
Microsoft tried to make amends with 2.7 million users for forcing them into getting a more expensive M365 subscription plan bundled with Copilot AI, but only ended up making things worse.
Samsung and ASUS Geekbench scores reveal Intel’s Panther Lake CPUs | Early benchmarks hint at a generational leap in laptop performance
Leaked Geekbench scores from Samsung and ASUS laptops reveal Intel’s Panther Lake CPUs could deliver up to 70% faster integrated graphics performance.
Best mini PCs for gaming — from AAA gaming to budget cloud gaming, our top tested recommendations
From cloud gaming to local AAA gaming, these are the best mini PCs to meet your video game needs.
How to improve Windows 11 security using Administrator Protection — shielding your PC with a switch buried in its settings
On Windows 11, you can now enable Administrator Protection to improve security while elevating commands or applications, and here's how to enable it.
Keychron’s ceramic keyboard is gorgeous (and kind of a disaster)
I've been using the Keychron Q16 HE 8K, a truly impressive full-ceramic keyboard with killer performance. I'm not so certain we need ceramic keyboards, though.
Bow before Xbox controller royalty — Hyperkin's 'DuchesS' is the perfect marriage of retro design and modern engineering
Amazon has a special early Black Friday bargain for old-school Xbox fans. A 32% discount on the Hyperkin "Duchess", a remake of the original Xbox S controller, updated with upgraded controls for modern consoles and PC.
Microsoft’s AI agents got overwhelmed trying to order dinner — and that’s a problem
Microsoft recently released a new study revealing that AI agents might not be ready for prime time, as their capabilities become overwhelmed when presented with a wide array of options, making it difficult to achieve the desired final output.
This underrated Viking-themed strategy game is getting a definitive edition — and there's a free upgrade for existing owners
Shiro Games' RTS Northgard is getting a definitive edition that includes new biomes, a digital art book, and more, with a free upgrade for existing owners.
It took DICE two weeks, but the most broken Battlefield 6 'IFV' weapon is gone — pilots rejoice as the skies are temporarily safe
A controversial 'IFV missile' has been taken offline as Battlefield reviews countermeasure problems and prepares a fix.
NVIDIA's latest driver breaks some Forza Horizon and Forza Motorsport games — here's the workaround
Reports from frustrated players suggest NVIDIA's latest game ready driver is breaking Forza Horizon 3 and other older titles, but there's a workaround.
Laffgaff
Parliament is the collective noun for which animal?
Owl.
Sleepy Landscapers
Where do landscapers sleep? In the flower bed.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #25.45: Rust in Apt, Devuan 6, Modular Router, FSearch, Workspace Mastery and More Linux Stuff
Like it or not Rust is everywhere, just like autumn.
Fixing Image Thumbnails Not Showing Up in GNOME Files on Fedora Linux
Tiny problem but not good for the image of Fedora Linux, pun intended.