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US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
US President Donald Trump ordered the "large-scale strikes" on Saturday, US Central Command announced.
Google employee made redundant after reporting sexual harassment, court hears
Victoria Woodall claims she was retaliated against after reporting a manager who told clients stories about his swinger lifestyle.
The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
Love Island villa evacuated and filming postponed over wildfires
Filming in South Africa for the third series of Love Island: All Stars has been postponed. ITV has not said when it will resume.
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder, dies aged 78
Weir was a fixture in the psychedelic rock group and its various spin-offs over 60 years.
My three-hour university commute is worth the £7,000 saving on halls
Over two-thirds of students choose not to live at university, latest figures suggest - but is it worth it?
The FTSE 100 has hit a record high. Is now the time to start investing?
As the FTSE hits the 10,000 mark, the chancellor is encouraging more of us to become investors - but is it the right time?
'The answer cannot be nothing': The battle over Canada's mystery brain disease
A small Canadian province feared it had a mystery neurological illness on its hands. The search for answers set off a battle for the truth.
Winners and Sinners: What to expect from the Golden Globes
Marty Supreme, Sinners and One Battle After Another are the films competing at this year's ceremony.
'Hermès of durian': The luxury fruit cashing in on China's billion-dollar appetite
A former gold mining town in Malaysia has seen its riches turn a new shade of yellow, thanks to this pungent fruit.
Starmer has kept Trump on side - but is it coming back to bite him?
The PM’s increasingly assertive opponents are set on turning one of his few sweet spots sour.
Greenlanders fear for future as island embroiled in geopolitical storm
Islanders want a bigger say in their ties with Denmark, but also on the world stage too.
The Papers: UK becoming 'military pygmy' and 'Love Island wildfire crisis'
The ongoing anti-government protests in Iran continue to lead the papers into Sunday.
Potholes map rates council road repair progress
Thirteen local authorities received a "red rating" on the Department for Transport mapping tool for England.
I'll have two babies with the same dad but I don't know what he looks like
The number of mothers deciding to have a baby solo is increasing rapidly - Lucy explains why she chose this route.
'I had no electricity for six months': American families struggle with soaring energy prices
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.
Living their best life? What the Highland lynx did next
A year ago, four lynx were on the loose in the snowy Cairngorms - sparking a mystery that remains unsolved.
Snow, rain and wind warnings continue after Goretti disruption
A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice in Scotland, which begins at 03:00 on Sunday, has been upgraded to amber.
'Hounded and harassed': The former pop star taking on Uganda's long-time president
Bobi Wine - a former musician - has been arrested numerous times as he challenges President Yoweri Museveni.
Charlotte Church says she would be dead without dad's help
Charlotte Church says her father James is terminally ill with rare blood disorder, amyloidosis.
Teen secures Guinness World Records title for Jellycat toys collection
Hope Roberts, 19, from Bedford, has been awarded the Guinness title for her Jellycat collection.
I couldn't believe I had a heart attack at 24
Faye Greenwood and Ailbhe Lower, from Lewes, are urging young people to understand the symptoms.
Iran warns it will retaliate if US attacks as protesters defy crackdown
Medics at two hospitals tell the BBC more than 100 bodies have been brought in over a two day period.
Trump tells Cuba to 'make a deal, before it is too late'
Trump has been turning his attention to Cuba since US forces seized Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
Epstein kept me 'separate' from his sexual side because I'm gay, Mandelson tells BBC
In his first interview since being sacked as the UK's US ambassador, Lord Mandelson says he never saw any young women at Epstein's properties.
Four killed and five injured in head-on crash
Three teenagers and a man in his 50s died in the crash in Bolton, says Greater Manchester Police.
Tories will channel anger at Labour, vows Badenoch
The Conservative leader says her party has started to offer more than "reflexive" opposition to the government.
Potholes map rates council road repair progress
Thirteen local authorities received a "red rating" on the Department for Transport mapping tool for England.
Winners and Sinners: What to expect from the Golden Globes
Marty Supreme, Sinners and One Battle After Another are the films competing at this year's ceremony.
I'm having second baby from the same donor - but I don't know what he looks like
The number of mothers deciding to have a baby solo is increasing rapidly - Lucy explains why she chose this route.
The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
'I had no electricity for six months': American families struggle with soaring energy prices
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.
Trump won't take Greenland by force, Mandelson says
The former UK ambassador to the US tells the BBC the president's advisers would likely warn him against the move.
Cold snap set to ease ahead of wet and windy week
Milder conditions are expected after days of snow, ice and strong winds.
Lorraine Kelly pays tribute to father after 'shock' death
Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to her 84-year-old father after his death in East Kilbride in Scotland.
Tories would ban under-16s from social media
Kemi Badenoch has promised to follow the example of Australia, which became the first country to introduce the policy last month.
Tens of thousands of homes still without water after Storm Goretti
South East Water says it is delivering water to those on its priority register.
Google employee made redundant after reporting manager who showed nude of wife, court hears
Victoria Woodall claims she was retaliated against after reporting a manager who told clients stories about his swinger lifestyle.
Thousands march and dozens arrested in Minneapolis protests against ICE
Days after the death of Renee Good, protests continue in Minneapolis and cities across the US.
Bride and groom killed by gas explosion day after Pakistan wedding
Eight people were killed after a gas cylinder exploded at a house the morning after the wedding celebration.
As the FTSE 100 hits a record high, is now the time to start investing?
As the FTSE hits the 10,000 mark, the chancellor is encouraging more of us to become investors - but is it the right time?
US military strikes Islamic State group targets in Syria, officials say
US President Donald Trump ordered the "large-scale strikes" on Saturday, US Central Command announced.
Mystery of wolf-type dogs solved with DNA test
Three "wolf-dogs" found roaming the streets of Preston were first thought to be German Shepherds.
Bournemouth Echo
Emporium set to close high street site months after opening new location
A COLLECTIVE emporium is set to close its high street site, months after opening a new location.
Woman launches 'calming' dog grooming spa on high street
A WOMAN has launched a dog grooming spa including canine teeth cleaning on Christchurch high street.
Park will shut for new play equipment to be installed
A PARK will be temporarily closed to allow for the removal of existing facilities and the installation of new play equipment.
Residents can visit this tourist hotspot for half price this month
Dorset residents are being offered the chance to visit a tourist hotspot for half price
Striking clifftop home with sweeping sea views is our property of the week
A striking 19th-century clifftop home with sweeping sea views is our property of the week
Ex-police officer who committed 'sadistic sexual attack' dies in prison
A former policeman who was found guilty of attempted murder has died in prison.
The 'tiny' hidden Dorset cafe with 'spectacular' views that's a 'sweet little spot'
Joe's Cafe South Beach in Studland, which is near Old Harry Rocks, has been praised as "a sweet little spot".
Bournemouth MP backs call for monthly student loan payments
Bournemouth East’s Labour MP Tom Hayes has backed a proposal to change how student maintenance loans are paid, calling for monthly payments instead of three lump sums a year.
Man charged with shoplifting and attempted shoplifting in Ringwood
A 43-year-old man from Bournemouth, Dorset, has been charged with shoplifting and attempted shoplifting following reported incidents in Ringwood
Bournemouth shoppers donate nearly 200 toys for Christmas
Shoppers across Bournemouth have been thanked for donating nearly 200 toys to children in the run-up to Christmas.
Christchurch Food Festival returns with 'something for everyone'
Christchurch Food Festival is set to return in 2026, promising residents and visitors an “unforgettable weekend” on the beautiful South Coast.
Dorset museum holding British Sign Language tour
A Dorset museum is holding a British Sign Language tour later this month.
Poole woman visits to museum to see her father's art
A POOLE care home resident’s wish came true when she saw her father’s artwork on display at a Bournemouth museum.
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:
Author to speak at new political conference in Boscombe
Author James Sale will be speaking about the importance of the Greek myths at the Carnival of Alternative Politics on Saturday, February 14.
Giant clothes swap event taking place next month
Swap your unwanted high-quality clothes for something new to you.
Christmas tree drop-off sites still open across New Forest
Drop-off sites for real Christmas trees remain open across the New Forest until next week.
Food bank issues list of items needed to help families and homeless
An independent food bank in Bournemouth has issued a plea for non-food donations.
The subtle error that could make your 20p coin worth 200 times its face value
The error appeared on the 20p coin due to an incorrect pairing of the old and new coin designs during the Royal Mint minting process
How smart are you? Take this impossible pub quiz to find out your IQ
Think you're good at general knowledge or clued up on pop culture? Take this week's pub quiz to see how you score.
'Stop using immediately': Waitrose, Sainsbury's, M&S, B&M & more pull items from sale
Customers at Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Amazon, John Lewis, Asda, Tesco, M&S, B&M and other major UK retailers have been warned to stop using products “immediately”
Formula 1
Who are the 2026 Team Principals?
Here are the 11 Team Principals preparing to lead their respective outfits into the 2026 F1 season.
14 drivers from different eras who raced together in F1
As 18-year-old Arvid Lindblad prepares to share the grid with 44-year-old Fernando Alonso, F1.com looks back at other drivers from different eras who have raced together.
Windows Central
The chip that actually matters — Snapdragon X2 Plus brings real disruption to the mainstream Windows PC market
Qualcomm’s newest chip targets the mid‑range Windows segment with the same NPU found in the X2 Elite, offering a huge boost for Copilot+ PCs heading into 2026.
This clever transforming controller is great for FPS and fighting games on Xbox — but it's a different story on PC
I have been given the opportunity to review the Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot Xbox Controller, and it's quickly turned into one of my biggest, pleasant surprises of 2026 despite being two years old for it's suberb swappable controls, strong build, latency-free connectivity, and more.
I'm finally playing Divinity: Original Sin 2 on my gaming handheld — I didn't realize how much this would fill a Baldur's Gate 3 void and improve the co-op experience
Baldur's Gate 3 was so amazing that it left a void in my life, but playing the developer's Divinity: Original Sin 2 has satisfied the same need. It's currently on sale and plays great on handhelds.
Laffgaff
The House of Grimaldi has ruled which Principality since 1297?
Monaco.
Crow Communication
A lot of crows have lost the ability to communicate. Scientists are struggling trying to find the caws.