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Experts say this could be the worst flu season for a decade - here's why
Leading flu experts say they will not be surprised if this year's is the worst flu season for a decade.
Prince George joins Kate, King and Queen at Festival of Remembrance
The royals attended the annual event at the Royal Albert Hall on the eve of Remembrance Sunday.
Man charged with attempted murder after woman stabbed in Birmingham
A woman in her 30s was stabbed in the neck outside the Bullring shopping centre on Friday.
Storm declared 'super typhoon' as it hits Philippines
Typhoon Fung Wong is already bringing "life threatening conditions" to one eastern island, with widespread disruption expected later.
Women are hiding their boyfriends online and there's more than one reason why
Many women seem reluctant to hard-launch their relationship on social media - but what's behind that?
'The best friend you'd love to have' - How Claudia Winkleman conquered TV
She's taken The Traitors to new heights - but what's next comes with risk, too.
Ever feel the need to switch off? Your vagus nerve might hold the key
You might not have heard of it, but can training your vagus nerve give you a moment or two of peace?
How this year’s Christmas ads ‘let real life in,’ from cost of living to masculinity
We look at the Christmas ads that are out so far - and what they tell us about the year that’s been.
One man's campaign for Commonwealth war graves restoration in Iraq
Tens of thousands of UK and Commonwealth soldiers died in Iraq in the two World Wars.
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.
The Papers: 'Victory for our heroes' and 'Davina: Lorraine saved me'
A red poppy features on every front page, with a number of the papers running special editions for Remembrance Sunday
Bend It Like Beckham director has a sequel - and a spin on a Christmas classic
The director on pressure to get her sequel right, while also working on a reimagining of A Christmas Carol.
Honesty boxes should be dying like cash. But many are flourishing
Once found by the roadside offering local produce for a few pence, honesty boxes are being reborn via social media.
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.
US authorities ground cargo plane model after Kentucky air disaster
Three firms told to stop operating MD-11 and MD-11F planes until safety checks are carried out.
4 dead, 13 injured after street racer slams into crowd at Tampa bar
A Florida man has been arrested after he lost control of his speeding car, which slammed into the patio of a bar in Tampa early on Saturday.
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.
UK to help protect Belgium after suspected Russian drone incursions
Sir Richard Knighton, the UK military chief, says his Belgian counterpart requested assistance in the form of personnel and equipment this week.
A moment of stillness for Royal Family and veterans at poignant Remembrance
King Charles was joined by about 20 World War Two veterans at the annual Remembrance Sunday commemorations.
HMRC to review suspending 23,500 child benefit payments
The tax body had used travel data to conclude that thousands of parents had left the country permanently but many say they just went on holiday.
BBC bosses treating 'systemic bias' allegations seriously, culture secretary says
The broadcaster's chair is set to issue a response to a parliamentary committee over claims a Panorama documentary misled viewers.
Care workers charged following BBC Panorama probe
Two care workers are charged with the ill-treatment of four people at a mental health unit in 2022.
Women are hiding their boyfriends online and there's more than one reason why
Many women seem reluctant to hard-launch their relationship on social media - but what's behind that?
Thousands of Chinese lured abroad and forced to be scammers - now Beijing is cracking down
Myanmar's scam clans are being brought to justice in the full glare of Chinese state TV.
Honesty boxes should be dying like cash. But many are flourishing
Once found by the roadside offering local produce for a few pence, honesty boxes are being reborn via social media.
Bend It Like Beckham director has a sequel - and a spin on a Christmas classic
The director on pressure to get her sequel right, while also working on a reimagining of A Christmas Carol.
Lisa Nandy apologises for breaking rules on football regulator appointment
Report finds that new football regulator chair David Kogan had made two separate donations of £1,450 to the culture secretary.
Inquiry to review rise in young people not working or studying
Former Labour Health Secretary Alan Milburn will lead the investigation, with conclusions set to be published next summer.
Israel receives body from Gaza after PM says soldier killed in 2014 to be returned
Formal identification has not yet taken place, but Benjamin Netanyahu said Hadar Goldin's body was due to be handed over.
US cleaning woman shot dead after arriving at wrong home
Police say they found Maria Florinda Rios Perez, 32, dead after she was shot on the front porch of a home in an Indianapolis suburb.
Bournemouth Echo
School honours groundsman for 50 years of dedicated service
The Hanford Prep school community came together last month to celebrate a true Hanford legend: Robert Jarvis, Head Groundsmen.
Cost of new community centre project soars by half a million pounds
DORSET Council has looked again at the development of a new community centre at Mampitts, Shaftesbury.
Poignant WWI letter donated to museum
A MOVING letter from World War I has been donated to The Tank Museum.
Drivers warned of delays as Lymington flood defences set for vital repair works
Lymington’s flood defences are set for a major upgrade as the Environment Agency begins essential maintenance and drivers are being warned of upcoming works.
French band to visit with returning and new singers
A much loved French band is set to visit Wimborne this month as part of an anniversary tour.
Bournemouth stand-up comic turns in award-winning performance
An amateur comedian from Bournemouth has been recognised as one of the best in the south west following a double award-winning performance.
Festive magic awaits at Bournemouth Pavilion
A host of festive events are set to dazzle audiences at Bournemouth Pavilion this festive season.
In The Dock: Man beat NHS doctor and nurse
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Yachtsman awarded honorary degree after diving accident left him paralysed
A YACHTSMAN has been awarded an honorary degree after a diving accident left him paralysed.
Café can serve alcohol outside
A café in Bournemouth has had a licence variation approved to allow the sale and consumption of alcohol at tables outside.
Big houses in Dorset named among best for Christmas and New Year getaway
Two homes in Dorset have been selected as among the best big houses to celebrate Christmas and New Year in
Body found in search for missing Poole man
A BODY has been found in search for a missing man from Poole.
RECAP: Remembrance Sunday commemorations across Dorset
Remembrance Sunday commemorations to take place across BCP and Dorset
PICTURES: Bournemouth comes together to remember the fallen
HUNDREDS of people gathered in Bournemouth on Remembrance Sunday to pay tribute to the sacrifices made by members of the armed forces and emergency services.
Concerns raised for missing man last seen in Poole
CONCERNS have been raised for a missing man who was last seen in Poole.
'Charming' Dorset town with 'breathtaking views' among UK's prettiest in winter
Shaftesbury in Dorset has been named as one of the UK's prettiest winter spots according to Fine & Country
The 'out of this world' Dorset pub with 'incredible homemade' food on offer
The Halfway Inn, located between Wareham and Corfe Castle, has been praised for its "incredible homemade pub grub"
Dorset MP demands urgent action as HMRC fails to answer 83 million calls
A DORSET MP has called for urgent action after it was revealed that HMRC failed to pick up 83 million taxpayers’ calls.
Dorset Blind Association motor show marks 10 Years at Lulworth Castle
The Dorset Blind Association Motor Show will return for its 10th anniversary at Lulworth Castle next year.
Driver reportedly fled from crash after sighted in stolen vehicle
A DRIVER reportedly fled from the scene of a crash after being sighted in a stolen vehicle.
Group of youths attempted to break into phone shop using iron bar
A group of youths allegedly used an iron bar in an attempt to gain entry to a shop and smashed the window of another shop on Wednesday evening in Poole.
Long-standing Christmas tradition returns to Tank Museum
The arrival of Santa in a tank may appear unusual for some, but for British tank regiments and their local communities it’s a tradition which dates back around 100 years.
When is Remembrance Day, what is it and why do we celebrate it?
Remembrance Day takes place each November to honour those who served and died in wars around the world - here are the key dates and history surrounding the event.
Formula 1
Hadjar vows to ‘give it everything’ from P5 in Sao Paulo
Isack Hadjar is determined to “give it everything” as he lines up in fifth for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, with the Frenchman hoping to score “big points” after a solid Qualifying for Racing Bulls saw both cars take top-10 grid slots.
Verstappen’s Qualifying exit ‘painful’ and 'difficult to accept' – Mekies
Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies admitted that the changes made to Max Verstappen’s car between an underwhelming Sprint performance and Qualifying in Sao Paulo “went in the opposite direction” and contributed to his early exit.
What the teams said – Sprint day and Qualifying in Brazil
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the Sprint and Grand Prix Qualifying at the 2025 Sao Paulo Grand Prix from Interlagos.
STRATEGY GUIDE: What are the tactical options for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at Interlagos.
What To Watch For in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at Interlagos.
Ride onboard for Norris' pole lap in Sao Paulo
Lando Norris demonstrated why he is at the top of the standings as he bounced back from an error to snatch pole position in Sao Paulo on his final attempt, denying Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc in a tense session.
FIA post-Qualifying press conference – Brazil
DRIVERS 1 – Lando NORRIS (McLaren) 2 – Kimi ANTONELLI (Mercedes) 3 – Charles LECLERC (Ferrari)
Leclerc 'satisfied' with Qualifying P3 as ‘pace was not there’
Charles Leclerc was left pleasantly surprised after he secured third position on the grid for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, marking a high point in what could have been a “disastrous” session for the Ferrari driver.
Antonelli hopes to ‘finish weekend on a high’ from P2
Kimi Antonelli is aiming to finish the Sao Paulo Grand Prix weekend “on a high” after taking P2 on the grid in Qualifying, meaning that he will again line up alongside polesitter Lando Norris as he did for Saturday’s Sprint.
Hamilton reveals cause of P13 Qualifying result
Lewis Hamilton cut a frustrated figure after Qualifying for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, with the Ferrari driver falling at the Q2 hurdle.
Who starts where in Sao Paulo with Verstappen and Ocon in pit lane
The full official starting order for Sunday's 2025 Sao Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil.
LIVE COVERAGE: Norris leads in Sao Paulo, Bortoleto out
Live coverage of the Formula 1 MSC Cruises Grande Premio de Sao Paulo 2025 in Brazil.
See how Norris beat Antonelli to pole position at Interlagos
Lando Norris put together an impressive lap to edge out Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc for pole position in Qualifying for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Verstappen to start Sao Paulo GP from pit lane
Max Verstappen is set to start Sunday’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix from the pit lane after Red Bull made sweeping changes to his car off the back of a disappointing Qualifying display.
Windows Central
Popular Windows 11 bypass tool hit by malware copycat | Flyoobe hijacked putting Windows 10 users at risk
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.
You could get a Steam Deck — or you could put SteamOS on a more powerful handheld for the ultimate portable gaming machine
The Steam Deck's interface is amazing, but its hardware is relatively weak. You can have the best of both worlds by putting SteamOS on a Windows handheld.
How I turned a cheap mini PC into a AAA gaming machine — tips for inexpensive and reliable cloud gaming with NVIDIA and Xbox
If you set it up correctly, you can easily play everything from AAA games to indie games using a mini PC. Here's how to do that.
Best controller for mini PCs — compact gaming made smooth for every budget and playstyle
Mini PCs are small, but with the right controller, they deliver a full gaming experience. Here are the best options for every budget.
The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC is the ultimate unfair advantage — your perfect controller for Black Ops 7
Razer's latest Wolverine controller is only for PC players, but with that comes some serious benefits. You won't find a faster controller than this anywhere else.
How to unlock Copilot, Journeys, and Actions in Microsoft Edge for a smarter browsing experience
Microsoft Edge now comes with Copilot Mode, Journeys, and Actions, and here are the steps to set them up on Windows 11.
7 common mistakes to avoid when buying a mini PC — keep yourself safe and get the computer that does what you actually want
Unfortunately, there are several common mistakes people make when buying a mini PC. Here are the seven things you should avoid to ensure you get a reliable and safe device.
Alienware 16X Aurora shows Alienware can do value right, and I've come away impressed
I've been testing the Alienware 16X Aurora and its more affordable sibling, and Alienware has done a great job targeting more budget-conscious PC gamers.
Laffgaff
What universal three-letter distress signal is commonly used in emergencies to call for help?
SOS.
Zoo Chores
My local zoo requires all the animals to do chores to earn their keep. The lion sweeps tonight.
Itsfoss
7 Privacy Wins You Can Get This Weekend (Linux-First)
Take one step at a time to get your privacy right.