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Trump files $5bn defamation lawsuit against BBC over Panorama speech edit
The US president has requested $5bn (£3.7bn) in damages, according to court documents filed in Florida.
Epstein's UK flights had alleged British abuse victims on board, BBC finds
Lawyers representing victims say it is “shocking” there has never been a “full-scale” UK inquiry.
Children with cancer scammed out of millions fundraised for their treatment, BBC finds
Huge amounts appear to have been raised for seriously ill children who never received the money.
How the Maga world became divided - and what it means for Trump
The next presidential election may seem a long way off, but current frictions within Trump’s coalition suggest the jockeying to succeed Trump is well under way
Rob Reiner's son Nick arrested for murder after director and wife found dead
The couple's son is in custody after the couple was found dead in their home on Sunday.
Whole-of-society effort needed to deter Russia threat, armed forces chief says
Sir Richard Knighton says more families will know what "sacrifice for our nation means" as the threat from Russia worsens.
Liverpool parade attacker lied about 'panicking' and drove at crowds in rage, court told
The Liverpool parade attacker considered himself "the most important person" in the area, a court hears.
UK and South Korea strike trade deal
UK pharmaceuticals, car manufacturing and financial services are expected to benefit.
US, UK urge Xi to release Hong Kong's Jimmy Lai
Trump says he has asked China's Xi to "consider" releasing the Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon.
UK launches taskforce to 'break down barriers' for women in technology
It comes after the government was urged to help close the UK tech sector's gender gap in order to meet its ambitious AI goals.
BBC visits flower-lined Bondi Pavilion after attack
Crowds of people have left flowers and candles as a tribute to the 15 people who were killed in the attack in Sydney.
'Mate, get away from here, something bad's happened': How BBC reporter's day at the beach turned to fear
Tessa Wong and her children had just left Bondi Beach when the gunmen launched a deadly attack.
How Bondi's Hanukkah festival turned from joy to horror within minutes
Videos and eyewitness accounts reveal how Australia's worst mass shooting in nearly three decades unfolded.
How I beat my hospital phobia to become a midwife
Two women share how they overcame their fear of hospitals and now help others do the same.
The Papers: 'Tears, flowers and silence' in Bondi and 'Streeting's fury'
The aftermath of the Bondi Beach attack in Australia continues to dominate the front pages of Tuesday's papers.
What we know about Nick Reiner, son arrested in death of director Rob Reiner
The middle child of the filmmaker and his wife Michele, who has been arrested on suspicion of murder, struggled with substance abuse.
MI6 chief: 'We are operating in space between peace and war'
Blaise Metreweli's first speech heading the agency focused on the multi-faceted threat posed by Russia.
Ben & Jerry's row deepens as three board members removed
One co-founder called it a "blatant power grab" designed to strip the board of its independence.
University students facing course 'cold spots' as enrolments fall
New data analysis suggests courses like artificial intelligence are surging in popularity as languages fall.
'We don't blame dad for killing mum, he was ill'
Chris Stone-Houghton had been experiencing paranoia when he killed his wife Ruth, an inquest heard.
Liverpool parade attacker Paul Doyle sentenced to 21 years and 6 months in prison
The married father of three is sentenced after driving at crowds "in a rage" at the victory parade.
I stopped Paul Doyle from ploughing car into more Liverpool fans - but I'm not a hero
Daniel Barr jumped into action when he saw a car striking pedestrians at Liverpool's victory parade.
Dashcam video shows couple trying to stop gunman before being killed in Bondi attack
Boris Gurman, 69, "charged straight towards the danger" and grabbed one of the attacker's guns, a witness says.
BBC declares it will fight Donald Trump's defamation claim - but should it?
As President Trump follows through on his threat to sue the BBC, what are the options for the corporation?
Teenage boy arrested on suspicion of murdering girl, 9
The girl was found dead at a house in Weston-super-Mare on Monday evening.
Couple win £1m lottery jackpot - for second time
Already millionaires, Richard Davies and Faye Stevenson-Davies scoop another seven-figure Lotto jackpot.
Thousands of dinosaur footprints found on Italian mountain
The footprints date back some 210 million years and show traces of toes and claws.
Stephen Lawrence killer David Norris denied parole
Norris was handed a life sentence in 2012 for murdering the teenager in a racist 1993 attack.
Foreign interference in UK politics to be investigated after jailing of ex-Welsh Reform leader
Communities secretary says the country must learn lessons from the Nathan Gill bribery case.
Adverts and subscription model for BBC considered by ministers to boost funding
It has published a consultation document - or green paper - laying out plans to futureproof the BBC.
New footage reveals how people tried to stop Bondi Beach shooting
Eleven minutes of video captures the moment Australia's iconic beach turns into a scene of horror.
Police shot in the front, not the back, NSW premier says after criticism of response
Some witnesses have suggested police were too slow to disarm the two gunmen during the Bondi shooting.
Australian PM praises 'inspirational' Bondi hero on hospital visit
"Your heart is strong", Anthony Albanese tells the father-of-two, calling him "a true Australian hero".
Footballer who fled Taliban hopes to become 'Pakistani Haaland'
Umar Nawaz turned to football to help him adjust to life in the UK - now he's representing his country.
'Liverpool parade left emotional scars on our entire family'
Victims of the Liverpool parade attack describe the physical and mental scars the incident left.
Why is Donald Trump suing the BBC?
The US president has filed a defamation lawsuit over the BBC's edit of his speech in a Panorama documentary.
My father was murdered in the line of duty - but can't get a bravery award
The family of a police sergeant who died in the line of duty are calling for a change in UK government policy on the issuing of bravery awards.
How divides emerged at the heart of Trump’s Maga world
The next presidential election may seem a long way off, but current frictions within Trump’s coalition suggest the jockeying to succeed Trump is well under way
Ukraine struggling to keep lights on under Russian attack, says energy boss
DTEK boss Maxim Timchenko says the intensity of Russian strikes is so frequent there is no time to recover.
Trump repeats criticism of killed Hollywood director Rob Reiner
Reiner was a longtime Democrat, liberal activist and outspoken opponent of the US president.
Universal's first UK theme park given planning permission
The park is expected to attract more than eight million annual visitors and open in 2031.
Former Oxfam boss to sue charity over dismissal
Halima Begum's solicitors say she was "forced to resign" due to the charity's conduct towards her.
Dentists to prioritise urgent care and save some patients more than £200 under plans
New incentives for dentists to offer longer-term packages of treatments for major issues such as gum disease.
Downing Street insists negotiations over US-UK tech deal still live
When the partnership was unveiled in September the UK government said it would "shape the futures of millions of people".
Liverpool parade attacker jailed for 21 years and six months
The married father of three is sentenced after driving at crowds "in a rage" at the victory parade.
Bournemouth Echo
Innocent school hike turned into tragic event that shook the nation
It was a day that had begun with the innocent laughter of schoolboys but ended in a tragedy which shocked the nation.
Plans to improve roadwork disruption in consultation
A plan to reduce roadwork disruption across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is being considered by the council.
Fundraiser to help with funeral costs following mother's tragic death
A fundraiser has been set to help cover funeral costs for a “beautiful” mother, daughter, sister, nanny and auntie who died earlier this month in a car crash.
Calls to close road to motorists in favour of cyclists and pedestrians
CALLS have been made to permanently close a road to motorists in favour of cycling and walking – but the council say it will not consider it.
Annual flotilla of lights parades along Poole Quay
POOLE quay saw an annual 'yacht club flotilla' of light where boats lit up with beautifully coloured lights.
In The Dock: Man sexually assaulted another man on Poole high street
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Christmas hikers raise nearly £2,000 for mountain communities
Wimborne Minster was awash with Christmas jumpers, jingling bells and plenty of festive spirit on Saturday as the Nimsdai Foundation held its inaugural Ho Ho Ho Hike.
Controversial church merger plan given green light after protests
A controversial plan to merge three Southbourne churches which was “paused” following protests has now been given the official go-ahead.
Water firm donates £70k to build stronger communities
VOLUNTARY groups and charities across Dorset will share grants worth £70,000 to improve the lives of people in their communities thanks to a continuing partnership between Dorset Community Foundation and Wessex Water.
Man admits stealing lambs and displaying anti-Christian signs
A man has admitted two counts of stealing lambs and several offences of racially/religiously aggravated behaviour towards members of New Forest churches
Rare 'stink cage' fungus spotted in rural Dorset
A rare fungus known as 'stink cage' has been spotted in Dorset by a photographer
'It brought a tear to my eye': 150 tractors in magnificent procession across Dorset
THIS year's WillDoes charity tractor run was 'even bigger' than previous editions with 151 vehicles taking part.
Two arrested after crash leaves man hospitalised with life threatening injuries
Two men were arrested after a crash in Poole left another with life changing injuries.
Ringwood man remanded in custody after breaching bail conditions
A Ringwood man has been remanded in custody after being charged with breaching bail conditions, police have confirmed.
Poole ranked among top 10 happiest places to live in the South West of England
Poole has been named among the top 10 happiest places in the South West according to Rightmove's Happy at Home Index for 2025
Man charged after alleged hit and run between BMW and pedestrian
A DRIVER has been charged after allegedly hitting a pedestrian and fleeing the scene.
Man to be sentenced after ‘stabbing man repeatedly’ in Bournemouth town centre
A MAN is set to be sentenced after stabbing a man repeatedly in Bournemouth town centre.
Highcliffe artist Lucy Andrew painting oil portraits to raise money for the Ukraine
Talented artist Lucy Andrew from Highcliffe is painting striking oil portraits of Volodymyr Zelensky to raise money for the Ukrainian humanitarian effort.
'Pearl necklace with sapphire' among multiple items stolen in residential burglary
MULTIPLE items with sentimental value were stolen after a reported burglary at a residential address in Dorset.
Nursing home extension set for approval
A proposal to extend a nursing home in Christchurch is recommended for approval, despite objections from residents and the parish council.
Officers investigate theft and attempted theft from motor vehicles in two incidents
OFFICERS are investigating thefts from motor vehicle after two separate incidents reported on the same day.
Two cycles were stolen after break in at a cycle storage
TWO cycles were stolen after a burglary at a bike storage in Poole.
Man damaged a window of a house in attempted burglary
AN IMAGE has been issued of a man involved in attempted burglary and was seen ‘acting suspicious’ outside a residential address.
Man arrested in Bournemouth over people-smuggling pleads guilty
A man who was arrested in Bournemouth has pleaded guilty after reportedly attempting to smuggle a group of men from Belgium to the UK.
Tributes paid to 'kind' man after fatal collision with bus
The family of a man who died following a road traffic collision in Christchurch have paid tribute to their ‘kind and thoughtful’ loved one.
RECAP: Road closed as police investigate crash that left man hospitalised
A road in Poole is closed as emergency services complete investigation work, following a crash that hospitalised a man last night.
Poole firm appoints new business sales associate to the team
TDSi appoints Damian Garner as business sales associate. Poole-based access control firm aims to boost UK market growth and strengthen Hirsch Group ties.
New cancer support centre opens its doors in Bournemouth
Wessex Cancer Support opens a new, larger Bournemouth centre in Poole Hill, offering expanded cancer support, therapy, and activities for Dorset residents.
Charity aims to support people with learning disabilities
Minstead Trust’s Christmas appeal raises over £54,000 to support people with learning disabilities in Dorset and Hampshire, helping boost independence and skills.
Poole estate agency raises funds for STARS Dorset this Christmas
Mays Estate Agents in Poole launch 2025 Christmas charity campaign supporting STARS Dorset, raising funds and awareness for specialist local support services.
Care home hosts festive fayre complete with real reindeer
Elizabeth House care home in Poole hosts festive fayre with real reindeer, live music, and party games, attended by local dignitaries and Muddy Boots Nursery.
Two Hampshire residents to row 3,000 miles across Atlantic Ocean
Hampshire adventurers row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic with Water Plus to raise awareness on climate change, plastic pollution, and sustainable practices.
Poole home welcomed children from Broadstone Christian Nursery
Residents also participate in carol singing and storytelling, creating a space for meaningful intergenerational connection.
Three iconic motorbikes valued at over £200k to go under hammer
Three iconic motorcycles, including Barry Sheene’s Suzuki XR23, headline a £200k vintage auction at Haynes Motor Museum on 12 March. Classic bikes, UK motorsport.
'Growing plants saved me': Ex addict describes road to recovery
Former addict Andrew shares how horticulture at Cherry Tree Nursery, Bournemouth, helped him overcome homelessness, addiction, and mental health struggles.
Poole church set to hold festive market celebration
St Peter’s Church Poole hosts 'Winter at the Cross' on 20 Dec: artisan market, live music, carols, festive food, pub trail & Christmas shopping.
Carols by the church raise hundreds of pounds for charity
New Milton Mayor’s Christmas carol service at St Mary Magdalene Church raises £500 for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance, drawing over 200 attendees.
Asda opens new Dorset store with more than 3,000 products
Asda opens new Express store in Ferndown, Dorset, offering 3,000+ groceries, ready meal deals, and 3p fuel discount for shoppers spending £15+.
Bournemouth hospital earns prestigious accolade for quality care
Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital earns JAG accreditation for outstanding gastrointestinal endoscopy care, recognising high NHS standards and patient safety.
Long-standing company rebrands after more than a decade
Karenza Fitness in Bournemouth rebrands to Love My Tribe Vibe, expanding fitness, pilates, yoga, gut health, and online wellbeing services in Dorset.
'Inspiring' man raises more than £77,000 through charity work
Colin Simons, 84, of Poole, named Dorset’s Local Hero for raising over £77,000 for Julia’s House charity at Churchill Living’s inaugural Local Hero Awards.
Bournemouth band set to release song inspired by emotional burnout
Bournemouth metalcore band Modern Misery to release new single "Set Me Free" on 19 December, tackling mental health stigma and emotional wellbeing.
Open day for shared ownership homes within the New Forest
"Shared ownership offers an affordable way to get on to the property ladder through buying a share and paying rent on the rest."
Bus operator urges 'party-goers' to avoid unnecessary risks
Morebus urges Dorset party-goers to use night buses over Christmas and New Year, supporting police anti-drink driving campaign; £1 fares after 7pm.
More than 100 people join walk event to raise more than £11,000
"That means enhancing patient care, funding state-of-the-art equipment and bringing to life projects that truly make a difference."
RoSPA issues warning over counterfeit items ahead of Christmas
RoSPA and the Intellectual Property Office warn UK shoppers of dangerous counterfeit toys and gifts this Christmas after thousands of unsafe items seized.
'Business of the Year' scoops two awards at ceremony
Hockey's Farm Shop in South Gorley has scooped two major awards at the New Forest Business Partnership Brilliance in Business Awards.
Bournemouth AFC chairman speaks at peer2peer annual members' meeting
peer2peer held its annual business leaders’ Christmas board meeting at Chewton Glen, featuring talks on the UK economy, leadership, and networking.
Care home hosts special afternoon tea for local community
St Ives House in Ringwood hosted festive afternoon tea and carol singing for local carers. The Care South home supports the community with regular events.
Vikki Slade MP says mandatory digital ID is 'un-British'
Nearly 3 million sign petition against mandatory digital ID in UK. Lib Dem MP Vikki Slade calls policy "un-British" and urges ministers to scrap scheme.
New heritage information signs coming to New Milton
New Milton unveils new heritage signs at St Mary Magdalene’s churchyard on 10 January 2026, with guided walks, history tours and local heritage focus.
Three Swatch watches could fetch more than £20,000 at auction
Rare Swatch watches from the 1980s, including Kiki Picasso and Andrew Logan Jellyfish models, to fetch over £20,000 at Charterhouse Auctioneers in Somerset.
'Elf-on-the-shelf' hunt launched to raise funds for hospice
Total Renovations Dorset launches Elf-on-the-Shelf hunt in Bournemouth and Poole to raise funds for Forest Holme Hospice, supporting local end-of-life care.
Formula 1
10 ways to get your Formula 1 fix during the winter break
With the winter break just beginning, here are things you can do to fill that racing void for the next few months...
Who did our judges rank as the best driver of 2025?
2025 was a season for the ages, offering up long-awaited maiden podiums, rookie superstars, plenty of nail-biting moments and an unpredictable three-way title fight that saw Lando Norris join the illustrious list of champions. The trio of title contenders put on some of the best performances of their careers so far, but who impressed our judges the most across all 24 rounds? Check out the final leaderboard below…
Piastri reveals lessons that will ‘only make me stronger’
Oscar Piastri believes that the lessons he took from engaging in a tense title battle will help him become a better driver in the future, despite losing out in the season finale to his McLaren team mate Lando Norris.
Vasseur says he misjudged impact of switching focus to 2026
Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur has conceded that the choice to sacrifice some upgrades in 2025 in order to have more resources available for next season’s car was “quite tough to manage psychologically", despite it being a collective decision.
Haas name Countryman as 2026 F1 ACADEMY driver
Haas have announced that American racer Kaylee Countryman will be representing them on the grid for the 2026 F1 ACADEMY campaign, driving with ART Grand Prix.
‘I hated this car at times’ – Verstappen on his 2025 season
Max Verstappen has labelled the 2025 season as the best he’s driven in his career, despite missing out on his fifth world championship by just two points to McLaren’s Lando Norris.
Honda reveal details around power unit launch
Honda have announced their launch date for the brand new power unit that will be supplied exclusively to Aston Martin from 2026, marking an exciting "new era" for both the team and manufacturer.
Formula 1 to return to Portugal in 2027 and 2028
Formula 1 has today announced that it will return to Portugal in 2027 and 2028 as part of a two-year agreement with the Portuguese government, Turismo de Portugal, and promoter Parkalgar, Parques Tecnológicos e Desportivos, S.A.
Windows Central
Merriam‑Webster names “slop” as Word of the Year — officially recognizing AI‑generated low‑quality content as a cultural phenomenon
“Slop” is Merriam-Webster’s 2025 Word of the Year, reflecting the rise of low-quality AI content on social media and beyond.
Sadly, Xbox isn't on sale for Christmas — So turn your TV into one before Christmas with this Xbox Game Pass, controller, and Amazon Fire TV Stick bundle
Amazon has produced several early Christmas discounted bundles containing one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, an Xbox controller, and an Amazon TV Fire Stick 4K to help transform your Xbox into a Cloud-gaming console.
This 10-year-old Fallout game is getting seasonal updates now — the first is Viva New Vegas, inspired by Season 2 of Amazon's TV show and Obsidian's RPG
The beloved management sim Fallout Shelter is getting Seasons now, and the first is inspired by the TV show and New Vegas.
Attorneys General demand Microsoft and other AI labs fix “delusional outputs” — warning that AI hallucinations may be illegal
A group of state attorneys general, joined by dozens of AGs from U.S. states and territories through the National Association of Attorneys General, sent a letter to leading AI labs warning them to address “delusional outputs.”
Razer Viper V3 Pro emerges as the must‑buy competitive mouse this holiday season, blending esports precision with everyday play
If you're serious about making that final peripheral upgrade, then this is the mouse for you.
This massive FPS game I love is getting a surprise DLC-style content update this week — it got a huge Xbox sale just in time
GSC Game World's popular open-world survival shooter STALKER 2 is getting a big update this week with a new questline that features a new story, locations, and more.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 Definitive Edition Xbox Series X|S version is now live with 60 FPS — and it's a free upgrade for existing owners
As leaked earlier, a free upgrade for Divinity: Original Sin 2 is now available on Xbox, PS5, and Nintendo Switch 2, bringing 60 FPS support for existing owners.
Ryzen Z2 Extreme–powered MSI Claw appears online — the sticker shock is impossible to ignore
The MSI Claw A8 with AMD’s Ryzen Z2 Extreme has surfaced on Newegg at a startling price, though you can't buy the gaming handheld just yet.
Microsoft 365 price hike reminder lands in UK inboxes — giving you just enough time to cancel
Microsoft has reminded UK Microsoft 365 users of an upcoming price increase, leaving just enough time to cancel or explore cheaper alternatives.
Microsoft is planning an actually good AI upgrade for one of the best modern Windows tools — this might be a Copilot feature you actually want
Has Microsoft found an actually USEFUL way to integrate Microsoft Copilot into Windows? Say it ain't so.
Microsoft exec hails Musk as “superhuman,” claiming he can bend reality — yes, they actually said this
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman revealed that he keeps close tabs and is in frequent contact with his peers in the AI space, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, and Google DeepMind's AI Chief Demis Hassabis.
My new favorite Xbox controller of 2025 is on sale for Christmas — it's the best for playing 2D games with and reliving old-school PlayStation nostalgia
The Hyperkin Competitor, one of the best Xbox controllers I've played in years for its excellent performance and side-scroller-friendly control layout, is on sale at Amazon with a 15% discount.
I took another shot at the age-old question — Can an Android tablet actually replace my Windows laptop?
I've been using the Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus (Gen 1) instead of my usual laptop, and I've come away impressed by this hardware — but I'm going back to my laptop.
Bluetooth 6 is about to be everywhere in 2026 — What is it, how is it better, and do you really need it?
Bluetooth 6 was introduced in September 2024, but it still remains a rare sight in our favorite tech. That's expected to change in 2026, and I have all the details you need to know right here.
Windows 11 version 26H1 plays catch up with new features brought over from version 25H2
Microsoft's latest Canary Channel build for Windows 11 Insiders brings forward a number of features that were already in testing in the Dev and Beta Channels.
Hollow Knight: Silksong has crossed 7 million copies sold, with "millions more" on Xbox Game Pass — and a free expansion is coming in 2026
Hollow Knight: Silksong has crossed 7 million copies sold, with a free expansion coming in 2026.
Bungie re-reveals extraction shooter Marathon with a new March 2026 release window — alongside player-requested improvements and a darker sci-fi aesthetic
Bungie's Marathon is now launching in March 2026 at $40, with a new deep dive into how the game is leaning in on a darker sci-fi aesthetic.
Laffgaff
What is the most easterly of the 48 contiguous U.S. states?
Maine.
Yacht Store
I just got hired at the yacht store. They made me the sails manager.
Itsfoss
Is Denmark Really Banning VPNs? A Controversial Bill Has People Worried
Proposed legislation would make it illegal to use VPNs for accessing geo-blocked content.
12 eBPF-Powered CLI Utilities That Every Modern Linux Sysadmin Should Master
Classic Linux tools are always there, but eBPF is the natural upgrade as it looks directly in the kernel. Once you start using these tools, it’s hard to imagine managing Linux systems without them.