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Trump says progress made in Ukraine talks but 'thorny issues' remain
Both the US president and Zelensky described the talks as "great" and "terrific" but the issue of territory remains "unresolved".
Trump and Zelensky appear more upbeat - but show little evidence that peace is near for Ukraine
Although both leaders express optimism in Florida there is no indication of progress, writes the BBC's Vitaliy Shevchenko.
Egyptian dissident sorry for tweets as Tories push for deportation from UK
Shabana Mahmood is facing growing calls to revoke the citizenship of British-Egyptian dual national Alaa Abdel Fattah after the emergence of social media posts.
John Simpson: 'I've reported on 40 wars but I've never seen a year like 2025'
2025 has been a year of multiple major conflicts and it is becoming clear that one of them has geopolitical implications of unparalleled importance.
Claudia teases 'extraordinary' Traitors twist as fans speculate about new red cloak
The hit show's new regular series had "moments that made me gasp", host Claudia Winkleman says.
Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside
The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.
The words from my dad that saved me as a new parent
Professor Green and Ryan Libbey open up about how fatherhood affected them and how you can protect your mental health.
Living in fear of Lakurawa - the militant group Trump targeted in Nigeria strikes
"We cannot live freely. You cannot even play music" - residents tell the BBC of militants' rule.
Cold weather to ring in New Year as amber health alerts issued
Temperatures will fall to lows of -4C in the North West of England, with snow expected in some areas.
More than 300 earthquakes recorded in UK in 2025
Areas of Perthshire and the western Highlands, southern parts of Wales, and Yorkshire and Lancashire saw the most seismic activity, British Geological Survey data shows.
2026 will have some of the best TV in years - here are the highlights
We look ahead to 18 notable shows and events to look out for in 2026, from drama to sport.
The Papers: 'Push to strip Egyptian's UK citizenship' and 'God created Bardot'
Pressure mounts for Egyptian dissident to be deported from the UK, and French actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
Why are young people leaving to work abroad?
Three young Britons explain why they are building their futures overseas.
Catching the hunters trapping rare songbirds in China
The BBC catches a man trapping songbirds - selling them is a profitable business because many keep them as pets.
Mum's 27-year wait for global explorer to come home
Angela Bushby says her first words to son Karl will be, "what time do you call this?"
Toxic air, broken roads and unpicked rubbish - why India's big cities are becoming unliveable
Many Indian cities rank at the bottom of liveability indexes despite big government spending on infrastructure.
Mexico train crash kills 13 and injures almost 100
An investigation is under way after the train derailed as it rounded a bend near the town of Nizanda.
French cinema actress Brigitte Bardot dies aged 91
The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs.
China holds military drills around Taiwan as warning to 'separatist forces'
The drills come days after the US announced the sale of one of its largest weapons packages to Taiwan.
Brazil's Bolsonaro undergoes medical treatment for hiccups
The 70-year-old had suffered with the spasms for nine months, his wife says, and was already in hospital for hernia surgery.
Kosovo's ruling party wins election after months of political deadlock
The decisive victory for the Albanian nationalist Vetevendosje party means a third term for leader Albin Kurti.
Late shopper rush drives Boxing Day sales traffic
Figures suggest the surge in post-Christmas shoppers was the strongest in a decade.
Sophie Kinsella urged me to finish my bestseller, says Jojo Moyes
Moyes has credited Kinsella with inspiring her when she nearly gave up after writing 20,000 words.
Hospitals warned end-of-life care crisis threatening treatment
A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told.
Kate Bush 'heartbroken' over friend missing at sea
Matthew Upham and another man went missing in the sea in Devon on Christmas Day.
Mother and two children die in Boxing Day blaze
One man, a serving police officer, escaped the fire but his wife and their two children died in the blaze.
Tax breaks and year-round sun - why thousands of under-35s are moving abroad
Three young Britons explain why they are building their futures overseas.
Man shot dead by police after two-vehicle crash
Officers say the suspect is reported to have left the scene holding a handgun.
Boss of Everyman cinema chain departs weeks after profit warning
The upmarket cinema chain faces a leadership shake-up weeks after it cut its revenue forecasts.
Pothole claims up 90% in three years, says RAC
Research from the motoring group also finds that only one in four claims results in a payout.
'It's not weak to ask for help' - former Made in Chelsea star's advice for struggling new dads
Professor Green and Ryan Libbey open up about how fatherhood affected them and how you can protect your mental health.
'It has the X-factor' - the view from the House of Commons public gallery
Who would choose to spend the day watching MPs talking? We spent a day in the visitors' gallery to find out.
People tut when my son holds his girlfriend's hand
More support is needed to help people with learning disabilities who want a relationship, experts say.
Living in fear of Lakurawa - the militant group Trump targeted in Nigeria strikes
"We cannot live freely. You cannot even play music" - residents tell the BBC of militants' rule.
Part 1: What was the first executive order that Trump signed after being sworn in?
Test your memory of 2025 in the first part of our quiz. What happened from January to March?
Part 2: Katy Perry and five other women flew to the edge of space - what did she sing?
Test your memory of 2025 in the second part of our quiz. What happened from April to June?
Part 3: Which of England's women played Euro 2025 with a fractured leg?
Test your memory of 2025 in the third part of our quiz. What happened from July to September?
Part 4: Alan Carr won Celebrity Traitors. But who was the first contestant to be murdered?
Test your memory of 2025 in the final part of our quiz. What happened from October to December?
Thailand accuses Cambodia of breaking newly signed ceasefire deal
The ceasefire took effect at noon local time (05:00 GMT) on Saturday.
Many new UK drone users must take theory test before flying outside
The Civil Aviation Authority reckons up to half a million people in the UK may be impacted by its new requirements.
Rainbow Six servers back online after apparent hack
Publisher Ubisoft works to claw back billions of in-game currency handed out to players.
Police at reservoir after light aircraft crash
Police remain at the scene after reports a small aircraft entered the water on Sunday.
Son completes dad's epic 1984 cycling journey
Jamie Hargreaves, 23, cycled 25,000km across the world, following his dad's journey 40 years ago.
Anthony Joshua injured in fatal Nigeria car crash
The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash which killed two people, near Lagos.
Bournemouth Echo
Community choir looking for new members
A COMMUNITY choir supporting families struggling financially due to cancer are looking for members for next year.
Review of the year 2025: January to March
January
'This is my home': Woman to be evicted after losing bitter boundary row bid
A WOMAN is set to be evicted from her home following a five-year legal battle with her neighbour over a boundary dispute, after a High Court writ was served to seize her property.
10 surprising items you didn't know were vegan
Vegan foods aren't all cocoa balls and tofu - you'll be surprised to know that some of these everyday items are vegan
PCC responds to calls for more police officers
Dorset’s police chief says he will “hold the force to account” on ensuring that rural communities are well-served after calls for visible policing
Legal notice issued over abandoned HGV trailer on A326
A legal notice has been served by the Council after a trailer has been left abandoned on the A326 for days.
All the singers, comedians and shows to see at Bournemouth Pavilion in 2026
A huge number of stand-up comedy acts and musicians will be coming to the Bournemouth Pavilion in 2026
“Pretty shocking”: Resident captures dramatic cliff fall while out on walk
“I was there with a friend, standing behind the barriers, when it happened."
Growing concern for missing 16-year-old girl
POLICE are growing concerned for a 16-year-old girl missing in Gillingham.
When will Bournemouth Christmas Market and ice rink close?
AS the festive season comes to an end, the countdown is on until Bournemouth Christmas Market and ice rink closes for another year.
Thief smashes car window and steals handbag from car
A THEFT from a vehicle took place after offender smashed the window of a car and stole a handbag from inside.
Vehicle stolen from holiday park and market broken into over Christmas
A vehicle was stolen and market was broken into at a holiday park in over Christmas.
Respond to a 999, then relax with a 99
From making an arrest as a police officer to taking a well-earned rest – beautiful Dorset is the place to be.
Stolen campervan linked to shop burglary
A stolen campervan has been linked to a commercial burglary in Poole.
Man threatened with knife in ‘terrifying’ attempted robbery
A MAN was threatened with a knife in Bournemouth town centre in a reported ‘terrifying’ attempted robbery.
New Forest shops to go 'green' after council investment
A new pilot project is designed to help local shops and pubs reduce energy use, lower bills, and adopt greener ways of working.
'Hard' decision to shut charity shop after three years serving community
A CHARITY shop has announced it will close its doors in early January after three years in operation.
Drone users urged to check new rules set to become law in January
Drone users are being urged to brush up on flying regulations ahead of January's new laws.
The roadworks taking place across the BCP area this week
The following roadworks are being carried out within the BCP Council area by the council and various utility companies this week:
Woman's joy after adopting rescue dog featured in the Daily Echo
A Bournemouth business owner has spoken of her joy after adopting a rescue dog saying "they all need loving homes".
Woman injured after car crashes into bus shelter and wall
A woman in her 60s was taken to hospital after crashing into a bus stop and wall
Wetherspoons to axe 12 items from all pub menus in just days - see the full list
JD Wetherspoon's 2025 festive menu is coming to an end on December 31, meaning the 12 items that are part of it will be removed from all pub menus.
Pet owners urged to look for one sleep habit that may be a sign of health condition
This one subtle sign about your pet's sleeping habit that could mean they have an underlying health condition, experts have warned.
10 foods that can help give a boost to your immune system this winter
There are a number of foods that can help boost your immune system during the winter months, including oily fish, red meat and Brussels sprouts
How to quit smoking for good in 2026 - Here is all the help you'll ever need
Quitting cigarettes is one of the best things you will ever do for your health.
Council seeks 'inflation busting' council tax hike of 7.4 per cent
BCP Council has applied to government to increase the council tax to 7.4 per cent for 2026 to avoid services failing and government intervention.
Formula 1
Red Bull’s best and worst moments from 2025
Of all 10 teams on the grid, Red Bull embarked on arguably the biggest turnaround in the second half of the season. Max Verstappen went from seemingly being out of title contention to only narrowly losing out on a fifth World Championship, racking up more wins than his rivals along the way. But there were struggles for Yuki Tsunoda, leading to another driver change for 2026. Here is Red Bull’s end of year report for 2025
Norris praises support from Hamilton, Vettel and more
Lando Norris has spoken of the positive impact that receiving messages from several fellow athletes – including F1 World Champions Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel – had on him through his 2025 title bid.
Windows Central
People are paying $650 over MSRP for the Lenovo Legion Go 2 because it’s nearly impossible to find — and honestly, I get it, it’s the best handheld gaming PC of 2025
The Lenovo Legion Go 2 has officially become the handheld gaming device of 2025 — and the market proves it. It’s so hard to find right now that people are paying $650 over MSRP just to get one.
E-WIN Champion Upgraded gaming chair review: Too stiff (and pricy) for the comfort I need for gaming and work
I have been given the latest iteration of E-WIN's Champion series of gaming chairs to review, and frankly, if I need to prop myself up to compensate for its stiff seating and rickety balance, that's not a good sign. Here's what I have to say in my full review.
This ridiculously cool Xbox-themed retro keyboard just hit its lowest ever price at a nice $69
8BitDo’s Retro 87 Xbox mechanical keyboard is down to $69.99 at Woot!
Cyberpunk 2077 gets nostalgic with this user-made VHS filter and has me yearning for a simpler time — are CRT TVs cool again?
Cyberpunk might be set in 2077, but some gamers are still clinging to the warming glow of CRT TVs as this fan-made VHS filter for Windows PCs proves.
Microsoft's canceled dual-screen version of Windows Phone has leaked, and you can now try it on a Surface Duo
Andromeda OS was Microsoft's dual-screen version of Windows designed for the Surface Duo that was scrapped in 2018, and for the first time ever you can now try it on a real device.
ASUS’ ROG Falcata might be the most underrated gaming keyboard of the year — and it's an ergo split design
The ASUS ROG Falcata is a unique, ultra-premium wireless gaming keyboard with hardcore specs and a controversial split design. Does anyone actually want this?
Lenovo just updated its Legion Go handhelds to better support the Xbox Full Screen Experience — just like the Xbox Ally
A new Legion Space update brings a variety of improvements and optimizations to Legion Go handhelds, especially for the Xbox Full Screen Experience.
Laffgaff
Which opera by Giacomo Puccini features the song Nessun Dorma?
Turandot.
Giant Wall Clock
To the guy that broke my giant wall clock... You messed up big time.
Itsfoss
Debian Embraces Chinese LoongArch Processors with Official Loong64 Support
Two-year journey from Debian Ports brings LoongArch to the officially supported architecture lineup.
If You Have an Older NVIDIA GPU on Arch Linux, Your System Might Be Broken
But it's not entirely Arch Linux's fault. This stems from NVIDIA dropping Pascal support and Arch's decision to push legacy drivers to AUR.