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'Living a nightmare': Families of teens missing after ski resort fire desperate for news
Families are appealing for information about children as young as 15 who are thought to have been at the bar.
Sparklers on champagne bottles likely cause of deadly Swiss bar fire
The investigation into the fire that killed 40 people will consider whether criminal prosecutions are necessary, officials said.
Two bodies pulled from sea as search continues
Emergency services and HM Coastguard are at the scene in the East Yorkshire resort.
Officer committed misconduct over mushroom foraging report
Former PC Christopher Vickers was found to have committed gross misconduct over how he issued and recorded a community resolution report.
Thousands of new magistrates wanted to help clear backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy says magistrates serve "a vital role" and "we need more people of every age and background to volunteer".
Two people killed in magnitude 6.5 earthquake in Mexico
The powerful earthquake shook southern and central Mexico on Friday, also leaving several people injured.
Karting champion, 16, aims for F1 top spot
Sheffield's Maisy Creed sets her sights on the F1 Academy after being crowned a karting champion.
What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly
How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials.
Wellbeing 2026: Recovery, JOMO and brain boosting supplements
Wellness is a multi-trillion pound industry which continues to grow, what will be its focus in 2026?
The Papers: 'Families cling to hope' after Swiss resort fire and 'Trump warns Iran'
Families' search for loved ones in the aftermath of the Swiss ski resort fire dominates Saturday's papers.
Four challenges facing New York City Mayor Mamdani
Can the Democratic socialist deliver on the big cost-of-living promises that propelled him to victory?
Corrie and Emmerdale collide for first time in explosive crossover episode
Characters from Coronation Street and Emmerdale come face-to-face for the first time in Corriedale.
Jessie Buckley 'overwhelmed' to be starring in Oscar-tipped Hamnet
"She was what I understand a woman to be", says Buckley on playing Shakespeare's wife and the mother of their son Hamnet.
How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse
Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market.
Heating tips to keep your home warm when budgets are squeezed
As temperatures fall across much of the UK, how should you heat your home and keep yourself safe?
Call for circumcision safeguards after baby death
A coroner calls for regulation of male circumcisions after six-month-old Mohamed Abdisamad died.
Record year for wind and solar power - but is it enough to stay on track for 2030 targets?
Wind, solar and other renewables hit a new high last year but the government is still some way off its clean power target.
I lecture nursing students about my dementia - I want to show it can happen to anyone
When Joan Lyon was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2023 she set out to share her experience while she still could.
MP abused by trolls loses 10 stone after taking Mounjaro
MP Carolyn Harris has lost nearly 10 stone on Mounjaro, but warns others wanting to slim down.
Trump's move to topple Maduro is fraught with risk - what happens next is unclear
Will the US push for elections or will it try to depose more members of the government, asks the BBC's Ione Wells.
I woke to a huge bang in Caracas - nothing has been normal since
There is a great sense of uncertainty here over what might happen next, writes BBC producer in Caracas.
Starmer won't be drawn on whether US strikes on Venezuela broke international law
The PM told the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg that he won't "shy away from this" but added we "haven't got the full picture at the moment".
Swiss open criminal case against managers of ski resort bar after deadly fire
It comes after a preliminary investigation found the likely cause was sparklers on champagne bottles being carried too close to the ceiling.
What images and videos tell us about why Swiss bar fire spread so quickly
How the blaze took hold with such ferocity, killing at least 40 people and leaving many more critically injured, is now a key focus for officials.
Weather warnings in place as snow and ice blanket parts of UK
Weather warnings are in place for various parts of the UK until Monday, with the heaviest snowfall expected to hit Scotland.
Two die and sea search for third person called off
One witness saw three people in rough seas in Withernsea, with a woman being swept away on Friday.
Jessie Buckley on playing Shakespeare's wife in Hamnet alongside Paul Mescal
"She was what I understand a woman to be", says Buckley on playing Shakespeare's wife and the mother of their son Hamnet.
Wellbeing 2026: Recovery, JOMO and brain boosting supplements
Wellness is a multi-trillion pound industry which continues to grow - and this year is less about maxing out, more about recovering well.
Four challenges facing New York City Mayor Mamdani
Can the Democratic socialist deliver on the big cost-of-living promises that propelled him to victory?
How K-beauty went from a viral trend to an economic powerhouse
Inside the K-beauty industry that has made South Korea a major player in worldwide beauty market.
Corrie and Emmerdale collide for first time in explosive crossover episode
Characters from Coronation Street and Emmerdale come face-to-face for the first time in Corriedale.
Trump warning over Iran protests 'reckless' says foreign minister
The US president earlier said if peaceful protesters are killed, Washington "will come to their rescue".
BBC reaches agreement with Israeli family for filming in home after 7 October without consent
The family who survived the Hamas attack in 2023 call the incident an “intrusion”.
Officer committed misconduct over mushroom foraging report
Former PC Christopher Vickers was found to have committed gross misconduct over how he issued and recorded a community resolution report.
Girl, 13, who died in house fire named by police
The circumstances behind the fire are not being treated as suspicious, Kent Police say.
Teenage life was an ordeal, until she found her calm with a camera
Caitlyn McDonald has Autism and Auditory Processing Disorder - a condition that affects how the brain interprets sounds.
The prehistoric shark found in a suburban town in Scotland
The fossil was so complete experts could see remains of the last meal it ate, 330 million years after it died.
Baby loss couple recognised in New Year Honours
Amy and Ryan Jackson, who set up the Lily Mae Foundation, are awarded British Empire Medals.
How a chocolate bar wrapper solved an archaeological mystery
A team from the University of Glasgow team worked with volunteers and students to excavate the former Kelvin Wheelies park.
Bournemouth Echo
Brockenhurst FC marks more than 120 years
The club was founded in 1898 in Brockenhurst to the north-east of the present ground near the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.
In August 1987 this incredible event became an iconic piece of Hampshire history
The summer air in Fordingbridge was filled with the smell of sawdust, sun-baked soil, and determination.
Big decrease in the number of empty council homes, data shows
There has been a decrease of 39 per cent in the number of unoccupied council houses in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole in the last five years.
Bournemouth Muslim youth clean up streets on New Year's Day
Muslim volunteers marked the first day of 2026 by taking to the streets across the UK to carry out a nationwide New Year’s Day clean-up.
Popular car boot sale to return in Ringwood with bright future
Matchams car boot sale will return later this month and be held each Saturday.
MP says shopkeepers need easier ways to report crime
Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes MP has said it is "vital" that shopkeepers and staff have an easier way to report crime.
Council urge public to keep 'well back' after cliff fall on coast
New Forest District Council has implemented safety measures after a recent cliff fall at Barton on Sea
New ‘meet and greet’ airport parking business launches near Bournemouth Airport
A NEW ‘affordable and professional’ airport parking business has launched near Bournemouth Airport.
Rise in callouts in past year for Poole Coastguard
Poole Coastguard responded to incidents in 2024, an increase of more than seven per cent compared to 2023.
New hedgehog centre took in nearly 600 animals in first year
Dorset Hedgehog Rescue has taken in almost 600 spiny creatures since it opened its brand-new centre last year.
Bin lorry catches fire in Poole
A ROAD was temporarily closed on Friday morning after a bin lorry caught fire in Poole.
Woman wanted in connection with modern slavery after cannabis farm located
Police are searching for a woman wanted in connection with production of cannabis and modern slavery.
5 award-winning Dorset restaurants that picked up prizes in 2025
Dorset restaurants picked up awards in 2025
One Dorset resident wins £100k prize as January Premium Bonds winners revealed
Here are the Premium Bonds winners for January 2026 in Dorset - check if you've won a prize.
The Dorset postcodes that scooped prizes in the Postcode Lottery last month
A few postcodes across Dorset won prizes in the People's Postcode Lottery in December 2025, including in Bournemouth and Poole
All the destinations you can fly to from Bournemouth Airport in 2026
Kos, Trapani and Agadir are some of the spots people can travel to from Bournemouth Airport in 2026
Beswick animal collection worth 'tens of thousands of pounds' to be auctioned
A collection of Beswick animals, said to be worth tens of thousands of pounds, is set to be sold by Charterhouse.
McDonald's to axe 17 items in the coming days to make way for new 'secret' menu
McDonald's is set to axe 17 items to make way for its brand new 'Secret' Menu, which launches in the UK and Ireland on Monday (January 5).
DWP Universal Credit to increase in 2026 - exact amounts confirmed
The DWP has now confirmed payments will increase by more than 6% for claimants in April 2026, reflecting September 2025's 3.8% inflation rate, plus the standard allowance increase of 2.3%.
Formula 1
Who are the 2026 F1 drivers?
Here are the 22 drivers that will be lining up on the F1 grid in 2026.
Everything you need to know about Cadillac’s entry to F1
The Cadillac Formula 1 Team are coming to F1 for 2026. Here’s everything you need to know.
Windows Central
Here's what happens when you reach Prestige Master in Black Ops 7 — all the rewards, new challenges, and unlocks
Reaching Prestige Master in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is but a step on the overall grind, but it does open up some new rewards and challenges. Here's what you get.
"Microslop" trends on social media — backlash to Microsoft's on-going AI obsession continues
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella penned an AI-heavy blog post to close out 2025, leading to widespread mockery and a brand new moniker for the big M. The Streisand effect continues to be real.
ASUS confirms price increases starting January 5th as component costs surge yet again, pushing PC hardware even further out of reach
Price increases are coming to select ASUS products in January 2026, as the company responds to volatile memory and storage costs tied to wider industry pressures.
Microsoft’s Surface Pro 12-inch delivers rich Windows‑on‑Arm performance at a new low price — now under $760 for New Year’s
Amazon kicks off 2026 with a rare 16% discount for the Microsoft Surface Pro 12-inch laptop. This 2-in-1 laptop is one of our favorites for its high performance and plethora of features, all of which can now be yours for less for a limited time.
Albert Penello’s passing marks the loss of one of Xbox’s most influential voices, whose work defined multiple generations of Microsoft’s gaming vision
The games industry is paying tribute to Albert Penello, a respected Microsoft and Xbox veteran whose work helped shape the platform across multiple generations.
Indie studio says Xbox is encouraging development for its platform, yet ID@Xbox dev‑kit delays are leaving approved projects stuck in limbo
As fans ask for an Xbox version of Sword and Fairy 4 Remake, CubeGame explains how lack of Xbox dev kits are blocking platform support.
Laffgaff
Which 1970s soul and funk singer was known as ‘The Godfather of Soul’?
James Brown.
Family Flying
I asked the passenger next to me if they'd switch seats since I was flying with my family. They declined. So now I'm sitting with my family.