BBC News
At least four prisoners freed in error still at large, BBC told
The government is under increasing pressure after a number of high-profile wrong releases.
Trump exempts Hungary from Russian oil sanctions for a year
The US president recently increased pressure on US allies to curb their spending on Russian oil.
Tesla plans to pay Musk $1tn - do they really need him that much?
Shareholders have approved a pay package that puts an astronomical value on Elon Musk's value as a leader.
British ex-soldier arrested over alleged murder of Kenyan woman in 2012
Robert James Purkiss faces extradition over allegations he murdered Agnes Manjiru.
Blame game over Air India crash goes on
A judge in India's Supreme Court has insisted that nobody can blame the aircraft's captain.
Why we went undercover for the BBC to expose crime in the Kurdish community
Two men who helped expose a network behind illegal High Street businesses tell their story.
DNA pioneer James Watson dies at 97
The Nobel Prize winner felt ostracised by the scientific community over his comments on race and intelligence.
Tories call for Starmer to face probe over football watchdog
It comes after Lisa Nandy was founded to have breached rules during a Labour donor's appointment to the role.
'We had to create a human chain to evacuate' - Jamaican hospital rebuilds after hurricane
The heaps of twisted building material and water damaged equipment is being cleared as Jamaicans recover from Hurricane Melissa.
Thousands of US flights cancelled or delayed over government shutdown cuts
Friday marked the first day of flight cuts mandated by the US government at 40 of the nation's airports
Sixth Met officer sacked after BBC Panorama film
Sgt Lawrence Hume was filmed calling for a Charing Cross police station detainee to be beaten up.
Stand-off over £800,000 Your Party funds
Your Party officials accuse Zarah Sultana of withholding funds despite publicly agreeing to transfer the money.
You can now book online to see your GP. But is it any easier to get an appointment?
A month since GPs in England started offering online appointment bookings, patients recount their experiences.
The Papers: 'Tech stocks suffer' and 'Delusions of Polish Maddie'
A loss in AI tech stocks and the conviction of a woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann make headlines on Saturday.
Who are the real winners of Celebrity Traitors?
Despite not winning, Cat Burns, Joe Marler and Nick Mohammed have been the breakout stars of the series.
Ukrainians would like to watch comedies - but for now their culture is defined by war
Nearly four years on from Russia's invasion, the arts are back but the war permeates everything.
Shoppers are turning to Shein - but some still can't leave Primark
With same-store sales down in the UK and Ireland, some shoppers are leaving Primark to go elsewhere.
'Nestflix': the peregrine falcon livestream that has Australians glued to their screens
Fans of the birds, whose lives have been compared to Game of Thrones, are currently waiting with bated breath for this year's chicks to fledge.
Noughties girl bands lift lid on inner workings of pop stardom
Girls Aloud, Sugababes, Atomic Kitten and Mis-Teeq reveal what life was like at the height of their fame.
US judge says Trump cannot deploy National Guard to Portland
The Trump administration did not have a legal basis to use troops to quell immigration protests, the judge wrote in a 106-page ruling.
Israel receives coffin Hamas says contains body of Gaza hostage
If the body is identified as a hostage, five dead hostages will remain in Gaza and still need to be returned under a ceasefire deal.
Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga lead 2026 Grammy nominations
Lady Gaga and Kendrick Lamar lead the nominees, while K-Pop breaks into the song of the year category.
Kim Kardashian laughs off savage reviews for her TV drama
She plays a divorce lawyer in All's Fair, which one critic said "may be the worst TV drama ever".
Whip restored to four Labour MPs after rebellion
Chris Hinchliff says his focus remains on contributing to "Labour's historic mission".
Alex Salmond died with debts of more than £340,000
Insolvency firm Begbies Traynor has named a trustee in sequestration to handle the former first minister's estate.
Two prisoners still at large after being freed by mistake in 2024
Two others are still missing after being released in error in June this year.
Chatbots encouraged our sons to kill themselves, mothers say
In her first UK interview Megan Garcia speaks to Laura Kuenssberg about the death of her teenage son.
UK seeks Danish inspiration to shake up immigration system
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is taking cues from some of the toughest migration laws in Europe.
Woman critically injured in 'unprovoked' stabbing attack in Birmingham
A man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the attack in Birmingham city centre.
Former Top Gear presenter Quentin Willson dies aged 68
The presenter and campaigner was described by his family as a "true national treasure" and "true consumer champion".
You can now book online to see your GP. But not everyone is finding it easier
A month since GPs in England started offering online appointment bookings, patients recount their experiences.
Davina McCall reveals breast cancer surgery
The TV presenter says she found a lump in her breast after checking herself and is relieved to know the cancer had not spread.
How Trump could hamper Zohran Mamdani's New York agenda
Trump has taken a number of actions against Democratic-led cities that experts say could slow Mamdani's goals.
Tensions over immigration are high - we worried going undercover for BBC could make it worse
Two men who helped expose a network behind illegal High Street businesses tell their story.
Hundreds protest over plans for asylum seekers at military site
Crowborough residents say they are concerned about potential safety impact in the town.
What Hungary's Orban did - and didn't - get from Trump
On the surface, the Hungarian PM's trip was exactly what he wanted, but the full picture is more complex, writes the BBC's Nick Thorpe.
Aluko says 'justice served' after ex-footballer Joey Barton convicted over X posts
Pundit Eni Aluko responds after Joey Barton is found guilty of sending grossly offensive posts on X.
Six dead as Russia hits energy and residential sites in Ukraine
Overnight, 25 locations including Kyiv were hit, leaving many areas without electricity and heating.
Trial of controversial methane-cutting cow feed ends
The UK's largest dairy co-operative is now reviewing the results of the tests of Bovaer on 30 farms.
LA Dodgers' Alex Vesia shares death of baby daughter after sitting out World Series
Los Angeles Dodgers' pitcher Alex Vesia and his wife, Kayla, say their newborn daughter died midway through the team's World Series run.
Bournemouth Echo
Residents saying parking is 'impossible' after company moves HQ to Poole
Resident say parking is now impossible on their street after a new company moved in across the road and “stole all the spaces.”
Child cancer survivor to run London Marathon to mark end of treatment date
A CHILD cancer survivor from Bournemouth is set to run the London Marathon for charity on the anniversary of his end of treatment date.
Second phase of major cinema renovation in Poole officially opens
The second phase of a major cinema renovation has officially opened in Poole.
Woman beat and racially abused people in Bournemouth town centre pub
A WOMAN beat and racially abused people in a pub in Bournemouth town centre, court documents show.
Former electrical engineer celebrates 100th birthday
A former electrical engineer and prominent figure in local government in the county has celebrated his 100th birthday.
Inside the new 'collective emporium' in former home furnishing space
TAKE a look inside a colourful new collective emporium opened on Winton high street, bringing and supporting small businesses and independent artists from across BCP.
Why burning this one item at home can help boost your wellbeing and deter pests
Burning rosemary in your home can have a number of benefits to your wellbeing and can help deter pests, according to a number of home experts
Small and 'quiet' Dorset village with plenty of history and 'comfortable' pubs
Wool is a small village located in the Purbeck area of Dorset that is known for its history and its "comfortable" pubs
The 'magical pocket' of ancient Dorset woodland that's 'absolutely gorgeous'
Thorncombe Woods in Dorset has been praised as an "absolutely gorgeous" spot that has plenty of autumnal colours to show off
Brothers who seriously injured girl in crash warned they could face jail
Two brothers who left a teenage girl critically injured in a high-speed crash while racing each other on Sandbanks were warned by a judge they could go to jail.
Bournemouth museum unveils 3,000-strong poppy display for Remembrance
A Bournemouth museum is inviting visitors to "reflect and remember" with its moving new installation,
Police charge man after footage emerges of 'dog set upon rabbit'
A MAN has been charged on suspicion of causing unnecessary suffering to an animal.
New owners take over garden centre to cope with 'strong demand'
Baskets and Blooms have taken over the In-Excess Ferndown site to cope with the 'strong demand'.
Body found following search for missing man
A BODY has been found by police after a man was reported missing in Wimborne.
Business celebrates 15 years of delivering internet to remote areas
A business is celebrating 15 years of delivering broadband to some of the 'most remote' sites across Dorset and surrounding areas.
Bournemouth business marks 'phenomenal' and 'momentous' year after merger
A Bournemouth agency has marked a 'phenomenal' year following a 'major' merger.
'We aim for The Albion to keep its huge history and make a new chapter'
A popular pub in Verwood has reopened under new owner following a major refurbishment with owner aiming to keep alive its “huge history” and “make a new chapter”.
Daughter becomes rabies volunteer in Cambodia after loss of mum
A daughter who lost her mother from rabies earlier this year has played a crucial role in a mass dog vaccination drive in Cambodia aiming to protect people and animals from the deadly disease.
Sandleheath residents urged to have say on building plans
Sandleheath residents invited to comment on draft neighbourhood plan by 5pm on Dec 17. Have your say on future homes, shops, offices, and infrastructure.
Poole family business praised by MP for its 'great service'
Poole MP Neil Duncan-Jordan praises Store and Secure in Hamworthy for valuable self-storage and serviced office space to the local community.
Former soldier champions prison service as career for veterans
A former soldier has spoken about how her role in the British Army has helped her in her new career as a prison officer.
Council to reaffirm its commitment to veterans and their families
The council plans to formally re-sign the Armed Forces Covenant on November 10, 2025.
Council raising awareness of 'hidden' foster arrangements
This applies if a young person living with them is not a close relative and has been there for more than 28 days.
Formula 1
Can Norris rise above his rivals in Sao Paulo?
Lando Norris put an early marker in the sand as he stormed to Sprint pole at Interlagos with McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri close in third and while their other title rival Max Verstappen is back in sixth, his Red Bull's race pace suggests he remains a potent threat heading into the weekend.
What the teams said – Sprint Qualifying in Brazil
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Friday practice and Sprint Qualifying at the 2025 Sao Paulo Grand Prix from Interlagos.
Alonso declares Aston Martin are ‘on the right foot’ in Brazil
Fernando Alonso was keen to keep motivation high after Aston Martin achieved a strong result in Sprint Qualifying at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, with the Spaniard taking P5 on the grid.
‘It’s not going well from my side’ – Hamilton on P11
Lewis Hamilton was left to rue a difficult Sprint Qualifying at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix that saw him exit SQ2 in 11th place, with the seven-time World Champion stating afterwards that “it’s not going well from my side”.
‘A lot to fight for’ from P2 on Sprint grid – Antonelli
Kimi Antonelli has conceded that there is “a lot to fight for” as he prepares to line up on the front row of the grid for Saturday’s Sprint at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, the Mercedes driver having split the two McLarens during Sprint Qualifying.
Ride onboard for Norris' Sprint pole lap in Sao Paulo
Lando Norris came out on top in Sprint Qualifying in Sao Paulo, pipping Kimi Antonelli and, crucially, Oscar Piastri to pole position amid their back and forth battle for the championship lead.
FIA Team Principals press conference – Brazil
TEAM REPRESENTATIVES James VOWLES (Williams), Andrea STELLA (McLaren), Alan PERMANE (Racing Bulls)
Piastri 'can definitely fight’ in Sao Paulo Sprint
Oscar Piastri is prepared to chase down Lando Norris in Sao Paulo after he was forced to settle for third position in Sprint Qualifying, viewing this weekend as a potential turning point after a run of challenging rounds.
Watch the action as Norris takes Sao Paulo Sprint pole
Lando Norris claimed his first Sprint pole of the season in Sao Paulo, beating Kimi Antonelli and his McLaren team mate Oscar Piastri to the top spot in a close-fought session.
Verstappen laments ‘terrible’ feeling in Sprint Qualifying
Max Verstappen could not hide his frustration after a challenging run to sixth position in Friday’s Sprint Qualifying session at Interlagos, a result that dented his championship bid.
Verstappen admits Red Bull ‘need to find something now’ after Sprint
Max Verstappen conceded after the Sprint at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix that Red Bull “need to find something now” if they hope to be more competitive in Qualifying, the Dutchman having ended the 100-kilometre dash in fourth place.
Antonelli energised by 'very fun' P2 finish in Sao Paulo Sprint
Kimi Antonelli has admitted that “confidence is high” at Mercedes despite the competitive nature of the field, after he was able to challenge Lando Norris during the Sprint at Interlagos and secure a spot on the podium.
Piastri explains ‘unfortunate’ Sao Paulo Sprint crash
Oscar Piastri has given his take on the crash that put him out of the Sprint at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, with the Australian labelling the incident a “silly mistake”.
Relive Norris’ Sao Paulo Sprint win as Piastri crashes
Grey skies and a damp circuit were not enough to dissuade Lando Norris from storming to victory in the Sao Paulo Sprint, narrowly beating the Mercedes duo of Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.
Norris expected to be ‘a little bit better’ in Sprint
Lando Norris has conceded that McLaren have “homework to do” in order to keep their competitors at bay after he came under intense pressure from Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli before winning the Sprint in Sao Paulo.
Norris wins Sao Paulo Sprint as Piastri crashes out
Lando Norris has taken victory in an action-packed Sprint at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, the McLaren driver holding off Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli amid changing conditions in an event that saw the other papaya car of Oscar Piastri crash out early on.
WATCH: Piastri crashes out of Sao Paulo Sprint
Oscar Piastri dramatically spun into the barrier during the Sprint in Sao Paulo, putting a dent in his hopes of picking up maximum points in a remarkably tight championship battle.
Watch the Sprint start as Norris holds his lead in Sao Paulo
Polesitter Lando Norris got the perfect launch on the opening lap of the Sprint around Interlagos, managing a damp track to charge away from Kimi Antonelli and Oscar Piastri.
AS IT HAPPENED: Norris wins Sao Paulo Sprint
Live coverage of the F1 Sprint ahead of the 2025 Sao Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil.
Why Lewis Hamilton has a special connection to Brazil
From idolising Ayrton Senna from his childhood days to earning honorary citizenship, Lewis Hamilton’s connection with Brazil goes far beyond racing.
Windows Central
Whoops! Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 devs just leaked a showcase for its new Endgame mode — here's when it's coming
One of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's biggest new experiences is the open-world, 32-player PvE mode Endgame — and thanks to a leak, we know we're going to see more about it very soon.
BioWare is still working on the next Mass Effect game, the studio says in N7 Day message — "EA and BioWare remain committed."
For N7 Day 2025, BioWare shared a message emphasizing that its publisher Electronic Arts is still committed to more Mass Effect games.
Halo Infinite is dead. Its next big update is planned to be its last — Halo Studios says it's been a "legendary run" as the team shifts to other Halo titles.
Halo Infinite is getting one more major content update that will also be its last, as the developers are shifting to work on other upcoming games.
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 version 26H1, but it's not what you think
The next version of Windows 11 is version 26H1, but Microsoft says it won't be released as an update to version 25H2.
How to let PowerToys handle your theme-switching on Windows 11 — light mode for work, dark mode for vibes
On Windows 11, you can use PowerToys to schedule when the system switches between the light and dark color modes, and in this guide, I'll outline the steps to complete this configuration.
Top 7 features in Windows 11’s November 11, 2025, update — AI, Start menu, and more
On November 11, 2025, Windows 11 is getting a new update introducing several new features, including a new Start menu design, the Administrator Protection security feature, the ability to show battery percentage in the Taskbar, a new recommended section in File Explorer, and more.
Newegg has a special 11% discount offer for one of the most powerful (and costly) GPUs — this may be your final chance before the rumored GPU price spike becomes real
Newegg has a special offer for the NVIDIA MSI Ventus GeForce RTX 5070 (12GB) graphics card, just in time for PC gamers to upgrade their systems in time before Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 hits shelves.
SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite (Xbox, PC) headset review — At the apex of headset luxury
This is a gaming headset that can literally do it all. Simultaneous USB-C source mixing, support for every platform on Earth, next-level audio quality, and endless battery life. Serious specs come with a serious price tag, though.
'Silent Hill 2' for Xbox leaks on the Microsoft Store — here's how it also hints at an upcoming November Xbox showcase 🤔
A new store listing seemingly proves the Xbox version of Silent Hill 2 is imminent, with a November 21 release date. Could this also reveal Xbox's upcoming partner preview event?
Laffgaff
Scrimshaw is the art of carving on what?
Bone or ivory.
Coffee Table
I just purchased an original Van Gogh coffee table. I know it's original because there's a bit of veneer missing.
Itsfoss
Ownership of Digital Content Is an Illusion—Unless You Self‑Host
Prices are rising across Netflix, Spotify, and their peers, and more people are quietly returning to the oldest playbook of the internet: piracy. Is the golden age of streaming over?
YouTube Goes Bonkers, Removes Windows 11 Bypass Tutorials, Claims 'Risk of Physical Harm'
When will these Big Tech platforms learn?
Systemd-Free Debian, Devuan Version 6.0 "Excalibur" is Available Now
The systemd-free distro is now powered by Debian 13.
This OpenWrt-Based Router Has Swappable Wi-Fi Modules for Future Upgrades
The Turris Omnia NG promises lifetime updates and a modular design for a real long-term use.
GitHub’s 2025 Report Reveals Some Surprising Developer Trends
630 million repositories and 36 million new developers mark GitHub's biggest year.
Like It Or Not, Rust Is Coming To Debian's APT Package Manager
Memory-safe Rust to power the beloved package manager.
Terminal Geeks Rejoice! Proton VPN's Long-Awaited Linux CLI is Finally Here
Still in beta but there is progress. Manage Proton VPN from the command line on Ubuntu, Debian, and Fedora.
The Internet is Dying. We Can Still Stop It
Almost 50% of all internet traffic are non-human already. Unchecked, it could lead to a zombie internet.