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BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation
Lawyers for the US president have threatened to sue the corporation for $1bn (£759m).
No-fault evictions to be banned in England from May
The government confirms timeline for reforms to England’s rental market, including ending bidding wars.
Doctors to begin five-day walkout in England
NHS bosses say they are aiming to keep nearly all services running during the strike.
Councils warn of 'total collapse' in special needs system
The government is facing political pressure as it tries to reform the "broken" system of support for children with special educational needs.
TikTok award winner Max: 'It takes me hours to make the content you scroll on the toilet'
Max Klymenko won creator of the year while Bemi Orojuogun, better known as bus aunty, won video of the year.
'I could hardly walk' - the issue that affects one in five mums
Two mothers who experienced pelvic girdle pain say being aware of the risk will help people seek treatment.
Watch: Blue Origin rocket successfully lands booster for first time
Jeff Bezos' space company saw its first successful return landing of a reusable booster - a feat that SpaceX pioneered.
Peers suggest over 900 changes to assisted dying bill
Experts say the volume is a record, and backers of the bill fear opponents are using delaying tactics.
Met investigating 'tens of grooming gang cases' in London
Sir Mark warned against using "grooming gangs" as a catch-all term as it covers different offences.
Ex-Bangladesh leader tells BBC she's not guilty of crimes against humanity
Sheikh Hasina tells the BBC her trial in absentia is destined to deliver a "pre-ordained guilty verdict".
The TikTok mum helping others from her son's hospital bedside
Kirsty Grandison is using social media to share her experience of caring for her severely brain damaged son.
Weekly quiz: Who did Alan Carr give his Celebrity Traitors prize to?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
The Papers: 'BBC's apology to Trump' and '84 in, 113 out' on migrants deal
The BBC's apology to Donald Trump and stricter asylum reforms dominate Friday's papers.
Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'?
Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are striking between 14 and 19 November, in their 13th walkout since 2023.
Our dogs' diversity can be traced back to the Stone Age
A new study suggests their physical transformation began much earlier than we previously thought.
The multiple occasions Sara Sharif was failed before she was murdered
Review finds "different actions could and should have been taken" leading up to the 10-year-old's death.
Guests ejected mid-stay from bankrupt hotel chain Sonder
Sonder guests have complained that they had to leave their accommodation as the firm files for a sudden bankruptcy.
Pat Butcher to return to EastEnders in episode about dementia
The beloved character, played by Pam St Clement, returns next month in Nigel's memories from the 90s.
Germany agrees new military service plan to boost troop numbers
The new military service plan will mandate all 18-year-old men to fill out a questionnaire on their suitability to serve.
Titanic passenger's watch expected to fetch £1m at auction
The watch belonged to Bavarian-born American businessman Isidor Straus, who died in the disaster.
Police and crime commissioners to be scrapped in England and Wales
The government says it will save £100m over this Parliament and less than 20% of voters can name their PCC.
Early trends in key Indian state election show Modi's alliance ahead
Bihar is among the few Indian states where Modi's party has not managed to form a government yet on its own.
Reeves backs away from income tax rates rise after improved economic forecasts
The chancellor had been widely expected to increase income tax rates, which would have broken a manifesto promise.
Man admits lacing sweets with sedatives and assaulting boys at summer camp
Jon Ruben, 76, pleads guilty to a series of charges including sex offences against two young boys.
Arrest after man suspected of posing as navy admiral at Remembrance event
Police say a naval uniform and a selection of medals have been seized from the man's home.
Crowds brave heavy rain as King Charles makes birthday trip to south Wales
The King has visited south Wales as a new photo is published for his 77th birthday.
Several killed after bus crashes into Stockholm bus stop
Several others have have been injured in the crash in the Swedish capital, police say.
'Prolific' rapist who drugged women gets life term
"Incredibly dangerous" multiple rapist Chao Xu is ordered to spend a minimum of 14 years in prison.
Mass killings probe in Sudan will hold culprits to account, vows UN
"There has been too much pretence and performance, and too little action," says UN human rights chief Volker Türk.
Fly-tippers bury field in 'shocking' mountain of waste
The enormous pile of rubbish is called an "environmental catastrophe unfolding in plain sight".
'Tired, exhilarated and proud'- old friends complete 17,000-mile bike challenge after 40 years
Three friends returned to Chile to finish a leg of a 17,000-mile cycling trip they did in 1985.
Call of Duty is back, and it's got a battle on its hands
The annual instalment of the massive series faces new challenges from competitor Battlefield 6.
What taxes could go up in Budget if income tax rates are not rising?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering both tax rises and spending cuts in the 26 November Budget.
Bad Bunny wins five Latin Grammys ahead of Super Bowl
The Puerto Rican star wins album of the year, as Karol G and Gloria Estefan also celebrate big wins.
'I could hardly walk' - the issue that affects one in five mums
Two mothers who experienced pelvic girdle pain say being aware of the risk will help people seek treatment.
Man guilty of stalking Dame Penny Mordaunt
Edward Brandt, 61, is cleared of the more serious charge of stalking involving serious distress.
South Africa to investigate 'mystery' of planeload of Palestinians
It is not clear who chartered the plane carrying the Palestinians from Kenya to South Africa.
Teen nursery worker sentenced for child rape and abuse
Thomas Waller, 18, was arrested after a boy told his mother he had been abused in a school toilet.
Freed British-Egyptian activist not allowed to fly to UK, family says
Alaa Abdel Fattah was Egypt's best known political prisoner until seven weeks ago, when he was released from jail.
Man jailed for 13 months for Banksy print burglary
Larry Fraser, 48, stole the limited edition signed print of Girl with Balloon from Grove Gallery.
Sale of Daily Telegraph collapses after US firm pulls out
US investment group RedBird Capital has abandoned its attempt to buy the UK newspaper.
'Real concern' about political appointees on BBC board, Nandy says
The culture secretary also suggests appointing senior BBC leaders who have a "journalistic background".
Bournemouth Echo
"Come to the Vitality!": Offer for NHL ice hockey to come to Bournemouth
More and more American sports have been coming to the UK to stadiums across the country – and Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium could be next.
The local man who pulled off the greatest prank in cricket history
For one glorious, mischievous day, there were two — thanks to what is widely regarded as the greatest spoof in cricket's long and storied past.
Council could approve plans to make golf course a 'nature park'
COUNCIL is set to discuss plans next month to secure extra funding to transform Solent Meads into a natural park.
Woman hails government apology over pregnancy drug believed to cause cancer
A woman has ‘thanked the heavens’ that women’s health is finally being taken seriously after the health secretary apologised over a pregnancy drug scandal that she says led to her mother’s death.
The Gingerbread Grotto at Castlepoint announces dates for this year
Castlepoint’s eagerly anticipated Christmas experience returns this year with "Candy Cane Lane – The Gingerbread Grotto".
Curl specialist salon wins three national awards eight months after opening
The Curl Specialist Bournemouth Wins Three Major Awards at The Salon Awards UK 2025
Hospital unit celebrates 15 years of service to community
STAFF at Poole hospital is celebrating fifteen years of service of helping patients and focus on community-based care.
Uber given green light to operate across BCP
UBER has been granted a licence to operate across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole for the first time.
Endangered water voles and pine martens return as wildlife thrives at nature reserve
Wildlife is thriving at a Dorset nature reserve, with the return of endangered water voles and pine martens marking a major success for conservation.
Funeral date set to celebrate life of Bournemouth mother who died in crash
A date has been set for the funeral of a 37-year-old woman who lost her life in a crash.
Man admits to having knife and assaulting people at pub
A MAN has admitted to having a knife and assaulting people at a pub when he was a teenager, a court heard.
Campaign launched to provide free wigs to women having chemotherapy
AN INITITATIVE to provide natural hair wigs to women receiving chemotherapy treatment has been launched.
In The Dock: Man verbally abusive at Bournemouth hospital
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Specsavers employee allegedly stole £30k as police launch probe
A SPECSAVERS employee allegedly stole £30,000 from the company, as police launch investigation.
BU graduates to receive BAFTA Special Award
An animation studio founded by three Bournemouth University graduates is to receive a BAFTA Special Award in recognition of its social and cultural impact.
Car crashes in front of Poole Pub as emergency services respond
We are getting reports of collision in Hamworthy, Poole.
Driver caught in works van at 51mph in New Forest slapped with ticket
A van driver was slapped with a ticket for speeding at 51mph in the New Forest
Premium estate agent opens New Forest office in Lymington High Street
Savills is to open a new residential office on Lymington High Street.
'It is simply not right': PM hits out at pharmacies not paying staff
PRIME Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said 'it is simply not right' that staff members at Jhoots Pharmacies remain unpaid as that the government is looking to resolve the situation 'as quickly as possible'
PICTURES: Christmas Tree Wonderland returns to Bournemouth
Sparking lights and festive joy are back in Bournemouth with the return of Christmas Tree Wonderland.
Crime-reporting app helping to cut shoplifting in Lymington
The UKPAC crime-reporting app helps Lymington shopkeepers cut shoplifting and secure convictions, boosting police-business ties in Lymington.
Former councillor found guilty of stalking ex-MP
An ex-councillor has been convicted of stalking former Conservative leadership candidate Dame Penny Mordaunt.
Residents raise concerns with MP, police and council
Bournemouth West MP Jessica Toale hosted three Safer Communities events bringing residents together with Dorset Police and BCP Council's Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Team.
Stronger powers announced for local authorities to suspend councillors
Councillors who repeatedly break rules or commit serious misconduct breaches could be suspended up to six months and lose allowances under new Government reforms to strengthen standards and rebuild confidence in local authorities.
Failed asylum seeker in court charged with raping woman in woodland
A FAILED asylum seeker has appeared in court charged with the rape of a woman aged in her 30s in a wooded area of Bournemouth.
Police 'concerned' for welfare of missing man in 80s
Police have said that they are concerned for the welfare of a missing man in his 80s.
Buses to replace trains in Dorset as rail improvements take place
Rail replacement buses will take the place of trains in Dorset next week as Network Rail carries out essential upgrades.
RECAP: Road in Ringwood closed after reports of accident
A road is reportedly closed in Ringwood following an accident.
Civic chiefs respond to £11m improvement funding to reduce sewage spillage
A BCP Green Party councillor says public services need to be brought back into public hands after a regulator found Wessex Water failed to adequately maintain and upgrade its wastewater network.
Man comes forward after woman has 'liquid poured over head' in reported assault
A man has come forward following a reported assault where a woman had liquid poured over her head and glasses stamped on.
Man charged after alleged theft of Poppy Appeal collection tin
A man has been charged after allegedly stealing a Poppy Appeal tin containing hundreds of pounds.
'I'm not a murderer': Accused takes to stand after death of motorcyclist
A woman accused of the murder of a motorcyclist told the jury "I'm not a murderer" while being cross examined.
Where the magic begins and believing turns to becoming
Wouldn't every child love to go to Hogwarts? Clayesmore is about as close as you can get, not just because of our iconic turret or incredible food, but because it’s a place where every child discovers their own special strengths.
How T-Levels are shaping futures at Bournemouth and Poole College
Bournemouth and Poole College is helping to transform how young people prepare for the world of work through its dedicated delivery of T Levels. These new, high-quality technical qualifications, equivalent to three A Levels, have been designed in collaboration with employers to give students the practical skills, confidence and experience they need to thrive in the workplace. The college’s ambition is clear: to ensure every learner leaves career-ready and equipped for success.
Road closed following crash involving a car and cyclist
Jumpers Roundabout is blocked following a crash involving a car and a cyclist
Man charged with reported rape in Winton named by police
A man charged with the reported rape of a woman in Winton has been named by the police.
Plans to move Post Office after temporary postmaster stepped down
RESIDENTS are being invited to have their say on the plans to relocate the town's post office.
Raw Wall Collective celebrates emerging artists at sold out exhibition
A vibrant new exhibition by The Raw Wall Collective at the Auger Collective in Boscombe, showcasing the work of over 40 emerging artists and celebrating the collective’s mission to make art affordable and accessible.
'Golden Retriever Café' coming to Bournemouth for the first time
GOLDEN Retrievers and their owners are in for a festive treat as famous Christmas event comes to Bournemouth for the first time.
Museum offers glass decoration session for Christmas
The Museum of East Dorset is offering people the chance to create their own handmade glass Christmas decorations.
Bournemouth salon sweeps awards at prestigious event
The Curl Specialist Bournemouth swept three awards The Salon Awards UK 2025 earlier this week.
Dog owners issued warning as vet highlights hidden danger this winter
Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks
Formula 1
James Hinchcliffe and Laura Winter answer your questions
F1 TV's James Hinchcliffe and Laura Winter answer your questions in the latest episode of F1 Explains.
A look into Michael Schumacher’s fashion eras
Relive Michael Schumacher’s iconic F1 career through each of his fashion eras – cowboy years with Ferrari, athleisure trends with Benetton, and more.
How F1 ACADEMY’s season has led to a Las Vegas title decider
The F1 Drivers’ Championship isn’t the only title still on the line, as the fight to be crowned the 2025 F1 ACADEMY Champion is set to go right down to the wire in a showstopping Las Vegas season finale.
David Guetta to headline 2026 British Grand Prix opener
World-renowned French DJ will bring his high-energy ‘MONOLITH’ show exclusively to Silverstone’s main stage in only UK appearance.
Audi bosses on the challenge of being race-ready for 2026
We've known Audi were heading for Formula 1 in 2026 for around three years. But it wasn't until Wednesday, when they hosted a dazzling launch event in Munich to unveil the colours and design that will adorn their first F1 car, that it felt like the German manufacturer had really arrived.
Vowles ‘proud’ of Colapinto for earning Alpine 2026 seat
James Vowles was left feeling “really proud” of Franco Colapinto after it was confirmed that the Argentinian will remain on the grid with Alpine into 2026, though the Williams boss added that the young driver needs to “keep earning it year on year”.
10 of the most memorable pit lane drives in F1 history
Max Verstappen added another legendary drive to his CV at last weekend’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix when the reigning four-time World Champion rose from the pits to the podium. But who else has impressed with standout pit lane showings over the years? F1.com picks out a few examples…
Windows Central
Ride into the sunset at 60 FPS: Everything you need to know about the native current-gen ports of Red Dead Redemption coming to all consoles and mobile devices on December 2
Get ready for one last ride with John Marshton.
SanDisk's latest USB-C flash drive is available for purchase — with 1TB of storage and 400MB/s transfer speeds for less than $120, you'll never want to replace it
SanDisk has recently launched the SanDisk Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive, a new storage device that can reach up to 1TB of storage and 400MB/s transfer speeds for a somewhat modest price.
Sony’s shock announcement: Horizon Steel Frontiers is a major MMORPG for mobile and PC, mystifying fans by officially skipping a PlayStation 5 release
Horizon Steel Frontiers is a new MMORPG spin-off set in the world of PlayStation's Horizon Zero Dawn, and it's coming to mobile and PC.
Can Valve's new Steam Machine with 8GB of VRAM actually keep up with the graphics capabilities of the Xbox Series X and PS5?
The Steam Machine's specs aren't exactly jaw-dropping, but Valve says it can hit 4K at 60Hz. Let's explore exactly what that means and how it compares to current consoles.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone just made some big aim assist nerfs at launch — here are the changes (and why I'm a fan)
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is finally here. However, its launch patch notes include some sizable aim assist nerfs, and not everyone is happy about them.
Don't wait for Black Friday: The best microSD card for maximizing your ROG Ally's or Steam Deck's transfer speeds and storage is currently enjoying its steepest discount
The 256GB variant of the Lexar Professional Gold microSD card is having a stupendous 31% early Black Friday sale at Amazon for a limited time.
Microsoft takes out the trash: Why the permanent blocking of a popular Windows 11 activation hack is a major win for system integrity and security
Microsoft has blocked the Massgrave activation tool used to pirate Windows 11, ending a persistent workaround.
Xbox joins PlayStation in making a game unavailable on its own console — This new 'Minecraft' is available solely on Microsoft's rival platforms
Xbox has revealed Minecraft Blast, an upcoming match puzzle mobile game developed by Mojang Studios and King, and early playtests are kicking off soon.
The ARC Raiders community is unmatched — Embark nerfs event progression because the community was doing it too quickly
Hold onto your pods, Raiders, we're going to Stella Montis
You NEED to change this setting in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 to instantly master the Wall Jump
The Wall Jump brings some advanced movement friendship to Omnimovement, making Black Ops 7 faster and more chaotic than its predecessor. But you want to change this setting to really master it.
The 2‑minute guide to finding the perfect joystick for Microsoft Flight Simulator
Here are my no-nonsense recommendations for MSFS, featuring my favorite flight sticks and yokes that are still compatible with practically any other flight sim.
A fan project called Windows Astria resurrects Windows Phone from Microsoft’s graveyard, showing off what the OS could have been while reminding us why it still inspires tech nostalgia today
A visionary designer recently shared a stunning concept inspired by Microsoft's Windows Phone dubbed Windows Astria, which ships with Microsoft's modern Windows 11 Fluent Design language, Live Tiles, and future-proof UX.
NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards are already on sale ahead of Black Friday — New low prices on RTX 5000 and RX 9000 GPUs
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just over the horizon, and I'm already seeing some tasty deals on the latest NVIDIA and AMD GPUs. Here are the best I could find so far.
Don't pay full price again: Stack up to 5 years of Microsoft 365 access at a steep pre-Black Friday discount—up to 30% off Personal
Before Black Friday arrives, Microsoft 365. If you rely on Word, Excel, and OneDrive, now’s the time to lock in lower prices.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns AI model companies like OpenAI face a "Winner's curse," claiming value lies in platforms and data, not just the frontier model
Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, recently shared some interesting insights on AGI, but also claimed that the technology is still in its early innings.
Return to the world of monster riders: the Monster Hunter Stories Collection is live now on Xbox, featuring HD graphics, 60 FPS, and full voice acting for both titles
Capcom has released the Xbox editions of the Monster Hunter Stories Collection, a bundle featuring the first entries of Monster Hunter's beloved JRPG spin-off series to help Xbox fans catch up in the lead-up to Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection.
Trailer Breakdown: Fallout Season 2 teases an iconic Super Mutant and introduces Macauley Culkin and Kumail Nanjiani in key roles for the New Vegas saga
There's a new trailer for Season 2 of the Fallout TV series, delivering more of New Vegas and what sure sounds like a Super Mutant.
Black Ops 7 is the freshest Call of Duty in years with campaign co-op, zombies nostalgia, and minimal SBMM
Activision's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 expands on the first-person shooter franchise's formula with a new campaign coop experience, endgame, zombies, and more.
Xbox Ally X market response "extremely positive," as ASUS acknowledges stock issues — "We are working closely with suppliers to ramp up production."
How well is the Xbox Ally X doing? Very well, according to ASUS. Although the stock situation remains dire, it sounds like it has become a pretty nice business for the big Windows OEM.
Microsoft drops NDAs and publishes Xbox Game Publishing Guide: a massive step toward a more open, Steam-like ecosystem for game developers
Microsoft is taking a page from Steam! the Xbox Game Publishing Guide is now public, NDA-free, and accessible to everyone. this makes planning and launching games on Xbox consoles and PC easier than ever for indie developers.
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Personal Reasons
Due to personal reasons, I will be saying "Aye" and "Arrrggggh" instead of yes and no from now on. Please respect my piracy at this difficult time.
‘Don’t call me Shirley’ is a line from which 1980 comedy movie?
Airplane!
Itsfoss
FFmpeg Calls Google's AI Bug Reports "CVE Slop"
Open source project pushes back on AI-generated vulnerability reports.
Mozilla Unveils Plans for New 'AI Window' Browsing Mode in Firefox, Opens Signups
Planned browsing mode will let users chat with an AI assistant while surfing the web.
Ubuntu's New 15-Year Commitment Targets Long-Lived Enterprise Systems
Legacy add-on extended to five years, starting with Ubuntu 14.04 LTS.