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All police forces to get specialist sexual offence teams, Mahmood pledges
It is part of a long-delayed plan aimed at halving violence against women and girls within a decade.
Binge-watching 2025's Christmas films: The good, the bad and the so-bad-it's-good
Kiefer Sutherland, Michelle Pfeiffer and Kate Winslet all star in new festive films this Christmas.
'A nightmare' - The battle over Warner Bros is turning Hollywood upside down
Interviews with dozens of actors, producers and camera crews reveal an industry attempting to weigh the lesser of two horrible choices.
We asked Mormons what they really think about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
Those in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Britain tell BBC News about their lives, after the Disney+ show was laced with scandal.
First it was K-pop, now it's K-food. Here's how to bring Korean cooking into your kitchen
Why jars of kimchi and bottles of gochujang are turning Korean food into a UK staple.
He created Grand Theft Auto. Now he's back with a novel about an AI that hijacks your mind
A Better Paradise is a dystopian vision of the near future in which an AI-led computer game goes rogue.
Everyone is invited to be the fourth Haim sister
As they celebrate an historic Grammy nomination, Haim say everyone is welcome to join their band.
Supermarket skincare dupes could save you hundreds. But do budget beauty products work?
Budget-friendly alternatives to high-end products often have similar names and packaging, but the ingredients can vary significantly.
From bland to bold - how these women are ditching beige to spark joy
From kitsch mirrors to neon pink walls, a pop of colour could brighten up your winter.
He was an Uber driver in the US. Now he's scared of jihadists after deportation to Somalia
As some Somali migrants fear what might happen next, the BBC speaks to one deportee in Mogadishu.
Andrew will not face police action over bodyguard claim
The allegations, first reported in October, said he tried to obtain personal information about his accuser Virginia Giuffre through his police protection.
'Burnham coup plot' and UK faces 'tsunami of flu'
Claims of Labour Mayor Andy Burnham's "plot" to enter Commons and a spike of flu cases leads the Sunday papers.
Three Americans killed by IS gunman in Syria, US military says
Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in the attack, according to the US Central Command.
Forecasters warn of floods as amber rain alert issued
The Met Office believes 50-70mm of rain could fall widely in the south west, rising to 110-130mm in the Galloway Hills.
Angry fans throw chairs and bottles at Messi event in India
The Inter Miami and Argentina forward is in India for a tour, taking in events in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi.
'It was pandemonium': Jewish community targeted in Australia's deadliest shooting in decades
At least 11 people were killed and more than two dozen injured, including a child, according to police.
Eyewitness captures moment man tackles and disarms shooter
New South Wales Police say that 11 people were killed, plus one gunman, in a shooting at Bondi Beach targeting the Jewish community.
What we know so far about Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting
Eleven people have been killed in an attack targeting a Hanukkah event on the beach.
King 'appalled and saddened' by Bondi attack on Jewish community
At least 11 people were killed and a further 29 injured in the shooting during Hanukkah celebrations.
Violence against women is a national emergency, Mahmood says
Specialist rape and sexual offence investigation teams will be introduced to every police force in England and Wales by 2029.
'Person of interest' detained over Brown University shooting, police say
Two people died and nine others were injured in the incident in Rhode Island on Saturday.
Train timetable revamp takes effect with more services promised
Rail operators promise more services across the network and faster journeys on some routes.
Tories to scrap petrol car ban if they win next election
The Conservative Party leader says the policy is "destructive" and "economic self-harm".
Red post box sent to Antarctica - on King's orders
The King sends a Royal Mail post box to the remote station, where letters are seen as a "real lift".
First it was K-pop, now it's K-food. Here's how to bring Korean cooking into your kitchen
Why jars of kimchi and bottles of gochujang are turning Korean food into a UK staple.
Supermarket skincare dupes could save you hundreds. But do budget beauty products work?
Budget-friendly alternatives to high-end products often have similar names and packaging, but the ingredients can vary significantly.
We asked Mormons what they really think about The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
Those in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Britain tell BBC News about their lives, after the Disney+ show was laced with scandal.
Don’t let your device tell you what to think, Grand Theft Auto mastermind warns
A Better Paradise is a dystopian vision of the near future in which an AI-led computer game goes rogue.
Binge-watching 2025's Christmas films: The good, the bad and the so-bad-it's-good
Kiefer Sutherland, Michelle Pfeiffer and Kate Winslet all star in new festive films this Christmas.
Everyone is invited to be the fourth Haim sister
As they celebrate an historic Grammy nomination, Haim say everyone is welcome to join their band.
Five arrested over plot to attack German Christmas market
Local media says one of the suspects is an imam at a mosque, and police allege he "called for a vehicle attack".
'A nightmare' - The battle over Warner Bros is turning Hollywood upside down
Interviews with dozens of actors, producers and camera crews reveal an industry attempting to weigh the lesser of two horrible choices.
What we know so far about the Brown University shooting
Police are searching for the suspect after a gunman opened fire in a classroom, killing two and injuring nine others in Providence, Rhode Island.
More than 700 migrants crossed Channel on Saturday
Home Office figures show 737 people arrived in Dover on 11 boats after a four-week gap in crossings.
'Never give up': Belarusian prisoners celebrate release after US lifts sanctions
"It's a feeling of incredible happiness," says political prisoner Maria Kolesnikova, freed after more than five years.
Watch: John Cena takes his final bow, after last ever WWE fight
The actor and wrestler brought the curtain down on a 24-year career that saw him become one of wrestling's biggest stars.
Woman dies and man critically ill after house fire
A 25-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene and the man, in his 60s, was taken to hospital.
The woman who doodles Xmas scenes on windows
Debbie Carr has painted about 20 windows in Dudleston Heath this Christmas.
One-eyed flightless parrot gets new adapted home
Monica's new home at Hoo Zoo in Telford was adapted for her after she lost an eye.
DiCaprio's One Battle After Another leads Golden Globe nominations
Hamnet and Sinners are also recognised, with Timothee Chalamet and Cynthia Erivo up for acting prizes.
'Life being stressful is not an illness' - GPs on mental health over-diagnosis
Hundreds of GPs in England tell the BBC they are also worried about a lack of help for patients.
Bournemouth Echo
Farmhouse that once graced Domesday Book up for sale at £3 million
Historic Grade II listed Rockford Farm near Ringwood, featured in the Domesday Book, offers 4 bedrooms, luxury interiors and 10 acres for £3 million.
List of roadworks and closures starting Monday could cause delays
BCP Council announces roadworks and closures across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole from 15 December. Expect delays due to SGN, BT and water works.
The ‘picture-postcard’ Dorset village with 530 residents and an ‘inviting’ pub
West Lulworth is a tiny Dorset village with a few hundred residents and several geological wonders on its doorstep
Family-run coffee shop TheKaffee scoops four awards
TheKaffee in Gillingham wins four awards within three months of opening, praised for its speciality coffee, community spirit, and homemade cakes.
New development to provide a 'hundred per cent affordable' homes
AJC Group and Aster Group to build 48 affordable homes in Sturminster Newton for rent and shared ownership, with construction at Glue Hill starting this month.
'All-singing, all-juggling' musical coming to Bournemouth
Barnum the musical comes to Bournemouth's Pavilion Theatre June 2026, starring Lee Mead. Enjoy circus acts, classic songs, and West End stars on UK tour.
New £1m food and drink business planned for town centre
A new £1million town centre food and drink business is being planned for Sherborne – part of the Loungers group.
Many south west residents say Christmas 'too commercial'
Three in four in the South West say Christmas is "too commercial", with many seeking community, Christingle events, and traditional UK festive celebrations.
Best bathing spots in Hampshire for Boxing Day dip
Another year is almost over, and just around the corner, Boxing Day swims await. Hundreds of brave bathers across Hampshire will head to the nearest seafronts, rivers, or other bathing spots, ready for the annual chilly plunge.
Bournemouth sex shop having its renewal licence application heard
A sex shop in Bournemouth is having its renewal licence application heard by committee.
Residents asked for views on Hampshire quarries
Hampshire residents are being urged to have their say on a plan that will decide where quarries, recycling centres, and waste facilities will be built.
PICTURES: Streets packed for Save the Children Parade
Thousands gathered in Wimborne for an annual festive parade which brought out the Christmas spirit in all.
Hospitals bring back face masks amid flu pressures
HOSPITALS have reintroduced face masks and testing at the door as flu cases rise in Dorset.
Resident doctors at University Hospitals Dorset to strike next week
RESIDENTS doctors are set to take industrial strike next week on December 17 and December 22.
Bournemouth town centre set to be 'revitalised' in new scheme
Bournemouth Town Centre set to be first area in BCP to be revitalised as plans progress to tackle empty shops.
Inquest opened after man died in Blandford car crash
An inquest has opened after a man died in single vehicle collision near Badbury Rings.
Inquest opens after woman killed in single car crash
An inquest has opened after a woman died in single vehicle collision near Badbury Rings.
LIVE: Road closed as emergency services deal with 'serious' crash
Police attending a serious road traffic collision on the B3078. Road closures are in place between the Horton Inn and the B3081 while emergency services respond to this ongoing incident.
Community plants hundreds of trees in Dorset nature reserve
Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Wild Woodbury reserve near Bere Regis celebrates community tree planting, rewilding, and biodiversity boost with 420 native saplings.
Tractor run brings Christmas spirit in memory of young man
Over twenty tractors rolled through the countryside, decorated with Christmas lights to spread Christmas joy and remember a young man who loved the season
WATCH: Van bursts into flames as main road into Bournemouth closed
A major road into Bournemouth has been closed after a van burst into flames.
Missing man from Bere Regis found
A man from Bere Regis who was reported missing on Sunday morning has been found.
LIVE: Van on fire on dual carriageway into Bournemouth
A van has caught fire in the A338 near Bournemouth
Search to find missing man believed to be heading toward Hampshire
A man who was last in Bere Regis early Sunday morning has been reported missing.
Spray painters caught 'red-handed' banned from town
Two men were detained after they were caught "spray painting" Beales department store.
Multiple arrests after 'fight against Dorset Police'
Four men were arrested on Saturday after allegedly organising a "fight against Dorset Police".
Both drivers killed in two vehicle crash in east Dorset
Two people from Poole have been killed following a two-vehicle crash in east Dorset.
Top presenter quits BBC after fallout with bosses over 'problematic' views
A top presenter has quit the BBC after a fallout with bosses over views which he said had been deemed problematic
Formula 1
How did the rookies do in their first F1 season?
Before the season kicked off, we asked F1 TV lead commentator and F2 expert Alex Jacques for his lowdown on the new crop of rookies joining the top tier. And now, as the dust settles on their maiden campaign, we asked Alex for his verdict on how each of them got on…
Getting to know the real Esteban Ocon
Esteban Ocon is the final driver to experience F1.com’s quickfire Getting to Know questions. From growing up admiring Michael Schumacher to an amusing series of interviews after his driving test, and his passion for superhero comics to a potential side quest tuning cars, the Haas man shares all in the video player above and transcript below…
Windows Central
'Death Howl' is an evocative Xbox indie that combines turn-based tactics, retro-horror pixel art, atop a powerful story
From the publishers behind emotional narratives like This War of Mine and Indika, Death Howl offers a gut-wrenching story about a mother who travels to the spirit realm in search of her lost son only to face restless spirits in tactical combat.
Wavlink's new Thunderbolt 5 dock is way more affordable than the competition — it's now my favorite budget option if you need extra ports
Most Thunderbolt 5 docks I've tested so far retail for $400+, but Wavlink's new Thunderlight dock bucks the trend in a big way. Here's what you need to know, and why it's my new favorite TB5 dock for budget shoppers.
Valve's "Steam Machine" gaming PC will be in trouble if this RAM pricing crisis worsens — should we expect gamers to foot another unwanted bill from AI-obsessed megacorps?
AI advancements are driving up the price of RAM, and it's giving gamers an awful reminder of how cryptocurrency did the same to GPUs. Can Valve navigate this crisis for its Steam Machine PC?
Seagate’s Astro Bot Limited Edition HDD combines reliable storage with playful design — here’s how it stacks up in our review
Seagate's Astro Bot-themed game drive is a limited edition HDD that works for PC, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. But is it worth buying for PC? Our review.
OPINION: The Xbox Ally X handheld is too rough for me right now, but I see the vision — and I'm still extremely excited for Xbox's next-gen
The Xbox Ally X offers powerful handheld gaming, yet early setup issues, software problems, and what I call "jank" show it needs serious refinement before it can shine.
DOOM developer id Software has officially unionized under Microsoft — marking a major shift in the gaming industry’s labor landscape
id Software, the Texas-based developer behind DOOM and Quake, has unionized, with Microsoft voluntarily recognizing the union.
Laffgaff
The Orcinus Orca is more commonly known as what?
Killer whale.
Cheerleader Dog
My dog thinks he's a cheerleader. He's a pompomeranian.
Itsfoss
YouTube’s AI is Breaking the Creator Ecosystem
A moderation system that leans on automation just knocked legitimate tech tutorials and even entire channels offline. The appeals felt automated, too. Creators are powerless against opaque enforcement and the incentives that should favor craft and trust are tilting toward noise.