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Who are the winners and losers from Rachel Reeves' Budget?
BBC Verify has examined what we know about how the Budget is likely to financially affect different groups.
National Guard member dies after shooting in Washington DC
Sarah Beckstrom, 20, succumbed to her injuries, while a second guardsman remains in critical condition, Donald Trump says.
Israeli troops kill two Palestinians after they appear to surrender
The Palestinian Authority says the killings are a "war crime", while an Israeli minister backed the soldiers.
Three arrests after BBC investigation into criminal network on High Street
Two Iranian men and a British man are held after raids in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Ex-Brexit Party MEP named in Nathan Gill messages denies taking pro-Russian payments
A prominent former MEP for Nigel Farage's old party denies taking bribes in a pro-Russian campaign.
At 15 my best friend promised she'd have my baby. Now I'm a mum
Georgia and Daisy's childhood closeness later become the foundation for a life-changing act of generosity.
Trump administration will re-examine green card holders from 19 countries
Afghanistan, Cuba, Haiti, Iran, Somalia and Venezuela are among the countries subject to the review.
Louvre to hike ticket prices for most non-EU tourists by 45%
The price increase is expected to raise millions to fund the museum's renovation plans.
We met on TV's Blind Date - we're still married after 34 years
Sue and Alex Tatham became the first couple who met on Blind Date to get married. They reflect on a life together 40 years after the show first broadcast.
Weekly quiz: What age did scientists say your brain reaches adulthood?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
25 Oscar-tipped films, and how to watch them
Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up.
Buy loo roll and keep the receipt - how to shop smart on Black Friday
Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting a good deal.
The Papers: 'U-turn on workers' rights' and 'big migration fall'
A government u-turn on day-one worker protections, leads the papers as does migration data and the Budget.
Track UK's latest migration numbers - including asylum, visas and small boats
Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK
How will the changes to workers' rights affect you?
A major shake-up of workers' rights is on its way, but what impact will it have?
Sharp fall in UK net migration with drop in arrivals for work and study
Provisional figures for net migration to the UK show levels dropped to 204,000 in the year to June 2025.
Sally Rooney books may be withdrawn from UK sale over Palestine Action ban, court told
Rooney has said she intended to use royalties from her work "to go on supporting Palestine Action."
Quebec expands secularism law and limits public prayer
A new bill introduced in the Canadian province expands on a 2019 religious symbols law with new measures including a ban on face coverings in daycares.
Ban harmful social media content instead of us, say Australian teens challenging ban
From 10 December, social media firms must ensure Australians aged under 16 cannot have accounts.
Palestinian-US teen freed after nine months in Israeli jail
Mohammed Ibrahim, now 16, was on holiday from Florida when he was arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at Jewish settlers in the occupied West Bank.
Man, 31, arrested over Manchester synagogue attack
Police detained the man earlier at Manchester Airport on suspicion of terror offences.
Seventh Met officer sacked after BBC Panorama film
PC Sean Park was shown "expressing discriminatory and disrespectful views about Muslims", the Met says.
No 10 denies Reeves misled public in run-up to Budget
The Office for Budget Responsibility says it told the chancellor the gap in public finances was smaller than thought.
Zelensky's chief of staff resigns after Ukrainian anti-corruption raid on his home
Yermak, 54, has been Zelensky's closest adviser throughout Russia's full-scale war.
France to intercept small boats in Channel after pressure from UK
The change in policy comes after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer wrote to President Emmanuel Macron.
Romanian teens accused of rape attempt that sparked riots in NI have charges dropped
The boys, aged 14 and 15, have been in custody since the alleged assault on 7 June which led to race riots across NI.
Eight more arrested over fire in Hong Kong that killed at least 128 people
Authorities say 89 bodies are unidentified and 79 people remain injured after Wednesday's blaze.
State pensioners with no other income will not pay tax
The chancellor says those who only receive the state pension won't have to pay income tax before 2030.
Homes of residents in dispute with holiday park company catch fire on same day
Residents had appeared in a BBC Panorama programme and were in dispute with a holiday park company.
Lightning detected on Mars for the first time, scientists say
Researchers heard electric crackles on 28 hours of recordings made over two Martian years.
Parents threatened and blamed by authorities as 1,000 adopted children returned to care
Families seeking help for their children’s complex needs describe threats of police action against them.
At 15 my best friend promised she'd have my baby. Now I'm a mum
Georgia and Daisy's childhood closeness later become the foundation for a life-changing act of generosity.
'This was preventable': Anger and unanswered questions after Hong Kong fire
Questions are mounting as to how the deadly fire spread so rapidly - and who should be held responsible.
What we know about shooting of National Guard in Washington DC
Sarah Beckstrom, 20, has died, while Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains in a critical condition.
Search for British man who fell from cruise ship off Tenerife coast
The Spanish coastguard has been coordinating search and rescue efforts since Thursday morning.
Hungary's Orban defies EU partners and meets Putin again in Moscow
Russia's leader praised what he called Orban's "balanced position on the situation in Ukraine".
Barcelona distances itself from sponsor's cryptocurrency after backlash
Experts say the deal may put fans at risk as the Catalan club tries to relieve its financial woes.
Talks over UK joining EU defence fund break down
The two sides had been at odds over a fee to allow UK defence firms to access a greater share of loans.
Treasure hunt golden hare sold for £82k at auction
People from around the world tried to solve riddles to find the hare through the early 1980s.
Women traumatised by breast cancer treatment at NHS trust, BBC told
More than 200 patients suffered harm, including unnecessary mastectomies, the BBC has been told.
'Business rates changes will cost me £62,000'
Pub bosses have warned they face a sharp rise in business rates bills despite government support.
Bournemouth Echo
How a scrapyard fire blew up and blacked out 75,000 homes
It happened 20 years ago this November – when Dorset experienced one of the most dramatic infrastructure collapses in recent times.
Already-approved plans to demolish quay-front hotel set to be overturned
Approved plans to demolish a former hotel in Poole are set to be overturned at an upcoming meeting.
MPs, Children Minister, charity leaders hold meeting at Bournemouth primary school
A government minister met with Bournemouth community leaders on Thursday morning for a discussion on social care and how the government plans to address its challenges.
Pub owner offering 'free parking' to encourage visitors to come town
A PUB owner is offering to reimburse shoppers’ parking in a bid to support independent shops across the town.
More than a million pounds in funding approved to improve cliffs safety
£1.4 Millon in funding has been unanimously approved by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council’s cabinet, with the intention of improving the safety of 14 miles of cliffs.
Derelict building ablaze as nine fire crews attempt to extinguish
A DERELICT building has caught ablaze as nine fire crews attempt to extinguish the fire, with police and ambulance also at the scene.
LIVE: 'Avoid the area' - Firefighters tackle large blaze and block road
A LARGE fire has blocked a road near Christchurch Hospital
Hunt for motorcyclist after woman knocked over
A WOMAN in her 60s was taken to hospital after a collision with a motorcycle in Bournemouth.
PICTURES: Fire tears through derelict bungalow
PICTURES show a fire that tore through a derelict bungalow in Christchurch.
Thousands of residents demand parking meters removed from high street
More than 8,000 residents of Lymington have signed a petition calling on Hampshire County Council (HCC) to remove the parking meters from the town’s high street.
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole weekend weather forecast
Weekend weather forecast for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: sunshine, rain showers and cloudy spells. See temperature highs and rain timings.
Helicopter deployed in search for 'high risk' missing person
Emergency service teams were dispatched early Wednesday morning after a person was reported missing in Hengistbury Head.
Weather warning issued for BCP due to expected heavy rain
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole as heavy rain may cause flooding, travel disruption, and power cuts on Saturday.
Tragedy as woman dies in house fire
A WOMAN has tragically died in a house fire in Weymouth
Burglars make off with machinery worth thousands
THREE men made of with thousands of pounds worth of machinery, following a commercial burglary.
Outrage as mirrors removed from school toilets
A PARENT has described a school's decision to remove mirrors from student bathrooms as 'a joke'.
'Debris on the road' following rush hour crash
Slow traffic on Ringwood Road in Christchurch following reports of a crash
Bournemouth MP backs new powers to clean up local politics
Bournemouth MP welcomes new tougher powers to clean up local politics and raise standards
Woman hospitalised after being hit by car which then fled the scene
A woman was hospitalised after she was hit by a car on Thursday evening in Winton.
Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury
Chancellor Rachel Reeves removes high end cars from Motability Scheme in a move which makes people with disabilities feel like they are unworthy.
Sailor, 74, died in accident during around-the-world trip
A 74-year-old sailor who spent three years circumnavigating the globe died off the Isle of Wight after he became entangled in a faulty winch.
Bungalow destroyed after firefighters tackle blaze
A BUNGALOW has been destroyed after a fire tore through the building.
Bournemouth's universities awarded more than £5.6m to expand facilities
Bournemouth's universities awarded over £5.6m in government funding to expand facilities and address skills gaps.
PCC surveys public opinion on police precept of council tax
Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner surveys residents on potential police precept council tax rise amid funding challenges. Have your say on Dorset policing.
New cliffside housing project to be completed in Swanage
They will have uninterrupted views of Swanage Bay.
Shopping centre to host array of Christmas events this year
"At The Dolphin, we’re pleased to provide our community with a jam-packed schedule of events."
World's longest-running play coming to Poole next year
Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap returns to Poole’s Lighthouse in November 2026 as part of its UK 75th anniversary tour. Priority booking is available now for Lighthouse Friends.
Christmas show to bring festive cheer to Bournemouth
That'll Be Christmas brings festive hits and comedy to Bournemouth International Centre on 21 December as part of its UK tour.
Drivers warned to check under their cars for sleeping cats
The confined space beneath a car provides an appealing refuge, especially during cold nights.
Charity calls for more support for military children in schools
More than 74,000 children from military families could be lacking proper in-school support, according to Little Troopers.
Water company pledges help to those with life challenges
Bournemouth Water expands support for vulnerable customers, including CKD patients and young care leavers, with financial help and priority services.
Hospitals plans for new car park over ‘frustrating’ parking congestion
A hospital is planning to create a new car park after patients’ frustration over parking congestion.
Poole accountancy firm raises concerns about Budget
Mr Bryant said: "The Chancellor believes that 'growth begins with a spark of an entrepreneur,' yet today’s Budget asks business owners to contribute more.
In The Dock: Drug drivers among the cases
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Citizens Advice urges residents to seek help as fuel poverty rises
Citizens Advice BCP urges Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole residents facing fuel poverty to seek help with energy bills, grants, Warm Hubs and energy efficiency schemes.
Railway joins 'race the dark' in support of White Ribbon Day
South Western Railway backs White Ribbon Day with 'Race the Dark' relay from Weymouth to London Waterloo, highlighting safety for women and girls.
Council supports campaign to combat domestic abuse
Dorset Council supports the 16 Days of Action campaign, urging residents affected by domestic abuse to access support and services.
Holiday park wins top tourism award for second year in a row
Niki Gregson, director of revenue management at Sandy Balls Holiday Village, said: "We are very proud of this award.
Stage adaptation of popular thriller to come to Bournemouth
A stage adaptation of a popular psychological thriller is set to come to Bournemouth.
Legendary British band Squeeze to play Bournemouth
Squeeze will perform at the Bournemouth International Centre on 4 December as part of their Tried, Tested and Trixies Tour with Billy Bragg and charity support.
Bournemouth MP visits schools to discuss local issues
Bournemouth West MP Jessica Toale visits Oak Academy and LEAF Studio School for UK Parliament Week, discussing local issues, housing, and the Online Safety Act.
Dorset school named best independent school in the South of England
Canford School near Wimborne named Best Independent School in South of England at 2025 Independent School Parent industry awards.
Council announces changes to rubbish and recycling collections
New Forest District Council announces revised recycling and rubbish collection dates for Christmas and New Year. Check updated schedules and changes here.
'I feel like I’ve lost my independence': Woman left shaken after collision
AN ELDERLY woman from Bournemouth has been left "deeply shaken" and struggling with her independence after being hit by a motorbike earlier this month.
Formula 1
Who are the favourites for the Qatar Grand Prix?
As Formula 1 prepares to race under the lights for the penultimate round of the 2025 season, what do the odds say about who will prevail in Qatar? Read on to find out...
Watch Weekend Warm-Up ahead of the Qatar GP
There are plenty of talking points ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix and Sprint, with the F1 TV crew here to run through them all.
Leclerc 'motivated to do something special' for Ferrari in Qatar
Charles Leclerc admits he is "really motivated to do something special" with Ferrari at the final two race weekends of the season, beginning with the Qatar Grand Prix.
FIA Thursday press conference – Qatar
The drivers face the press ahead of the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix weekend.
Verstappen vows to go 'all in' for title ahead of Qatar GP
With two Grands Prix and one Sprint remaining in 2025, Max Verstappen has his eyes firmly fixed on another title.
No ‘excessive risks’ were taken in Las Vegas – Stella
McLaren's double disqualification in Las Vegas cut Lando Norris' championship lead to 24 points, while Oscar Piastri is level on points with Red Bull's Max Verstappen.
OFFICIAL RACE PROGRAMME - 2025 Qatar Grand Prix
Check out the digital race programme for this weekend's Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2025.
Piastri gives his take on title chances heading to Qatar
Alonso hails Newey's appointment as Aston Martin Team Principal
Aston Martin confirmed ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix that Adrian Newey would take on the role of Team Principal in 2026.
LIVE COVERAGE: Sprint Qualifying at the Qatar GP
Live coverage of Friday's Sprint Qualifying session at the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix.
How Ford will work alongside Red Bull
Which engine manufacturer has the most Grand Prix wins in Formula 1 history? Ferrari. Second on that list of victors? Mercedes. Those questions, perhaps, are easy. But what about the manufacturer in third? The company powered winners and champions from the 1960s to the 2000s. They haven’t been on the grid for more than 20 years. There’s a clue in the headline of this article…
Catch up on FP1 in Qatar as Piastri goes fastest
Oscar Piastri beat McLaren team mate and title rival Lando Norris in the sole Free Practice session ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix.
Piastri pips Norris to top spot in sole Qatar practice
The McLaren pair struggled on the hard tyres for the majority of FP1 in Qatar but would go on to take the top two spots on the timesheets.
AS IT HAPPENED: First practice for the Qatar GP
Live coverage of Friday's first practice session for the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix.
Antonelli calls Las Vegas his ‘best race of the season’
Kimi Antonelli and George Russell secired a double podium for Mercedes in Las Vegas.
Tsunoda offers 'support' to Verstappen in title battle
Yuki Tsunoda will look to help Max Verstappen and, in the process, improve his chances of staying in F1 next year.
‘I know I’ll be on the grid next year’ – Hadjar
With the exception of Max Verstappen, Red Bull and Racing Bulls have yet to reveal their 2026 lineups.
MS Dynamics
Fluent v2.0 for Customer Service: A unified, modern experience
Fluent v2.0 is Microsoft’s next-generation design language, and it’s now fully implemented across all Dynamics 365 Customer Service components. This milestone marks the completion of a comprehensive modernization effort, bringing a unified, intuitive, and visually engaging experience to every user—representatives, supervisors, admins, and customers alike. What makes Fluent v2.0 different? Fluent v2.
The post Fluent v2.0 for Customer Service: A unified, modern experience appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Elevate service automation with timeout rules for automatic actions
As organizations continue to scale out digital customer service, the need for reliable automation grows. Timeout rules for automatic actions help teams maintain service-level agreements (SLAs), optimize representative workflows, and deliver consistent experiences across messaging channels.
The post Elevate service automation with timeout rules for automatic actions appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Revolutionizing customer support with autonomous case resolution
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, customer expectations are higher than ever. They demand swift, accurate, and personalized support—without the friction of long wait times or repetitive interactions. Autonomous case resolution will redefine how support cases are managed and resolved. What is autonomous case resolution? Autonomous case resolution is a specialized sub agent within the broader Case Management Agent (CMA) ecosystem.
The post Revolutionizing customer support with autonomous case resolution appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Windows Central
This standing desk doubled in value when I became a father — but it's on sale regardless of whether you have a baby
A standing desk that transformed my workflow and helped me handle new-dad duties is now on sale.
ARC Raiders’ new update blocks a major exploit — and the devs’ solution is genuinely hilarious
ARC Raiders Patch 1.4.0 removes a major door exploit by adding flamethrower traps for anyone who clips inside, while also delivering several bug fixes and stability improvements.
Epic CEO slams Valve’s AI rules — says they fuel “cancel campaigns” and “review bombing”
Tim Sweeney criticises Steam’s AI disclosure policy, arguing it harms small developers and encourages review bombing. The discussion highlights wider concerns about AI in game development and its impact on creative roles.
Best Buy just unleashed thousands of Black Friday deals — Our experts found the 34 hottest discounts on laptops, monitors, gaming, and more
Best Buy has thousands of Black Friday deals on the go, but not all are worth your time. My buying guide makes it easy to find the hottest discounts.
ARC Raiders is the hottest game of the holiday season, and on sale for its best price yet — but only for Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend
One of 2025's biggest new games is ARC Raiders, and with this Black Friday deal, it's selling for its lowest-ever price right now.
Best Buy is pulling out the best Black Friday deals on gaming laptops — HUGE savings on HP Omen and other goodies
Best Buy is hosting an exclusive Black Friday sale for various HP Gaming products, from premium laptops to audio accessories like headphones and a microphone.
Nearly 1 billion PCs remain on Windows 10 — Has Windows 11 adoption hit a wall?
Windows 10 support has officially ended, yet nearly 1 billion PCs remain on the old OS. Dell explained that hardware requirements are only part of the picture.
Unbeatable VR value — This Meta Quest 3S Black Friday discount makes it an essential Xbox Cloud Gaming companion
At $249, the Meta Quest 3S is an incredible Black Friday bargain, offering a premium VR experience and seamless integration with Xbox Cloud Gaming and Windows 11.
6 reasons a handheld gaming PC deal makes the most sense on Black Friday — why you should ignore gaming laptop deals right now
Gaming laptops are a Black Friday staple, but here are 6 reasons you should ignore them and get a handheld gaming PC instead.
I never thought I’d care about a laptop deal — then I saw this Surface Pro OLED (Amazon exclusive) drop to $899.99, saving $500
The Surface Pro delivers strong everyday performance, a bright OLED display, and long battery life.
A standing ovation for this fully electric standing desk that's now only $99 for Black Friday — yes, you read that right!
The FlexiSpot EN1 is an electronic standing desk that comes in black and features 4 memory save states with a programmable control panel. And it's all just $99 for Black Friday.
HP's latest AI PC is a whopping 50% off for Black Friday — Less than $430 for a 16-inch 2K touchscreen laptop is a no-brainer
The HP OmniBook X Flip 16 has a 16-inch 2K touchscreen display, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, and an AMD Ryzen AI 5 processor with access to the latest Copilot+ features, all for half price!
Valve makes Black Friday history by price-slashing the entry-level Steam Deck by 20% — grab these essential accessories with it
Valve has announced its own Black Friday sales event, where it is selling the base model of the Steam Deck for a 20% discount. So, we have gathered several discounted gaming accessories like chargers, microSDs, and much more to enhance the Steam Deck's playability.
Don't overpay for budget student laptops on Black Friday — this lightweight Lenovo AI PC lasts all day for under $600
This Slim 3X deal combines efficient Snapdragon performance, practical connectivity, and a compact metal design, creating a dependable everyday laptop for study sessions, office work, and travel.
Now might be the time to jump into Dying Light: The Beast — Update 1.4 adds New Game+ and hundreds of fixes
Update 1.4 adds New Game+, restores Legend Levels, introduces ray tracing, and delivers more than 400 improvements across gameplay, visuals, and performance.
Forget discounts — Verizon’s handing out free TVs, tablets, monitors, and gift cards
Signing up for Verizon Home Internet gets you a free Samsung device or a $200 Target gift card.
I never depend exclusively on the cloud for my files — and Samsung's Black Friday deals on portable SSDs mean you shouldn't either
If you need affordable and portable storage units to securely contain video games, apps, or confidential information while travelling, then Best Buy has you covered with its exclusive discount deals for Samsung SSDs.
Game of the Year contender Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gets a great discount on PC — save big on Black Friday before it's gone
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the most critically-acclaimed games of 2025, and you can grab the PC version on sale right now.
Upgrade the Xbox Cloud Gaming experience with Black Friday mobile controller deals — Up to 47% off Backbone and Razer picks
If you've been Xbox Cloud Gaming on touch, don't. Use one of these instead.
This 16-inch laptop has a 2K OLED display and 34 hours of battery life for less than $450 this Black Friday — too good to pass up
HP's OmniBook 5 16 is just $449 for Black Friday, which gets you a 16-inch 2K OLED display, Snapdragon X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB storage, and up to 34 hours of battery life.
I couldn't believe my eyes when I found this $4,000 laptop for just $1,199 this Black Friday — a deal so good it feels like stealing
HP's ProBook 4 G1i is a professional grade laptop that's usually priced well above what I'd normally consider when buying a new PC, but thanks to Black Friday, it's now cheaper than a new MacBook Pro.
"If Microsoft did Mixer today, it would be hot sh--," — Twitch legend Shroud reflects on Xbox's dead streaming platform, and he's 100% right
What if Mixer hadn't died? Twitch legend and Mixer alumni Shroud reflected on Microsoft's deceased streaming platform recently, noting something I hadn't really considered previously. With all of ABK, cloud streaming, and indeed, "AI," Mixer could've been something special in 2025.
Laffgaff
What letter of the alphabet starts the fewest English words?
X.
Envious Ocean
What do you call an envious ocean? A jealousea.
Itsfoss
After Fitbit Killed it in 2016, Pebble Returns with 100% Open Source Software and Hardware
Creator Eric Migicovsky releases hardware schematics and mobile apps.
Self-Hosting is Rising and Linux Users are Leading This Revolution
Self‑hosting isn’t anti‑cloud; it’s pro‑agency. It’s choosing the right locus of control for the things you care about.