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Video shows moments around fatal shooting in Minneapolis
Officials identified the man who was shot as 37-year-old Alex Pretti, a nurse and US citizen.
Andy Burnham seeks permission to stand in by-election to become MP
He says in a statement that he wants to back the Labour government "not undermine it".
Trump says UK soldiers in Afghanistan 'among greatest of all' after anger over Nato remarks
The US president's praise follows his claim that allied forces avoided the front lines during the Afghanistan conflict.
As the world inches back to a pre-WW2 order, the 'middle powers' face a grave new challenge
With economic stagnation and extremes of inequality comes corrosion of trust in democratic institutions. So Trump may be a symptom, not a cause, of what Carney called a "rupture" with the post-WW2 order
'British FBI' to take over terror and fraud probes in reforms to police
The home secretary says policing is stuck "in a different century" and the new body will form part of wider reforms.
I joined the Tories for the partying, says Kemi Badenoch
The Tory leader opens up about her life and career - and chooses her favourite music - on Radio 4's Desert Island Discs.
'We knew the truth': How parents uncovered Scottish hospital's infected water scandal
Dozens of patients became more unwell and some died with infections picked up at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Knitwear, jumpsuits and Cluedo: Traitors fashion explained
It's not just what they say or how they act that influences their fellow contestants - it's how they dress, too.
Five ways weight-loss jabs are changing spending habits
With GLP-1 drugs rising in popularity, how are businesses adapting to a new type of consumer?
Ros Atkins on... How popular is President Trump?
BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins explores how Americans feel about their president during a nonstop start to 2026 shaped by pivotal events at home and abroad.
Cosmetic surgeon sorry for picking apart singer Troye Sivan's looks on TikTok
The singer hit out at Dr Zayn Khalid Majeed - who says he will try to have a positive impact with his content.
Labour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'?
The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
What we know about fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis
Trump officials says federal agents shot in self-defence, as Pretti's parents accuse them of "sickening lies".
Let public buy war bonds to raise £20bn for defence, say Lib Dems
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey says the bonds would "give ordinary people the opportunity to contribute to Britain's security".
Pier washes away and railway sea wall crumbles in storm
Part of a historic pier washes away and a sea wall next to a railway line crumbles as Storm Ingrid lashes Devon and Cornwall.
Peace talks on Russia-Ukraine war end as fighting rages
No breakthrough is reported at the first three-way talks but reports suggest they will resume next month.
Labour's 'heated rivalry' and 'Trump backs down'
Andy Burnham's decision to run for a by-election and the latest on Trump's Nato comments lead the papers.
Woman 'violated' by webcam in Giggling Squid loos
The woman finds a recording device connected to the internet under a toilet seat.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs if it 'makes a deal with China'
It comes as tensions appear to have escalated between Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Fancy buying a home that inspired a Turner painting? It's yours for £1.5m
The Grade II-listed watermill dates back hundreds of years and inspired the renowned artist.
Andy Burnham's bid to return as MP blocked by Labour's ruling body
The Greater Manchester mayor is seen as a potential leadership challenger to Sir Keir Starmer.
Watch: Winter storm grips US as millions face power outages and disruption
A powerful winter storm swept across the country, with heavy snow, ice and dangerously low temperatures affecting millions.
Knitwear, jumpsuits and Cluedo: Traitors fashion explained
It's not just what they say or how they act that influences their fellow contestants - it's how they dress, too.
Who was Alex Pretti, the intensive care nurse shot dead in Minneapolis?
He has been described as an avid outdoorsman who loved mountain biking.
Protests and anger after man shot dead by immigration agents
Federal and state authorities have offered conflicting versions of what happened in the moments leading to the shooting.
What we know about the fatal shooting
Trump officials says federal agents shot in self-defence, as Pretti's parents accuse them of "sickening lies".
Watch: Federal and state officials give conflicting accounts on killing
Pretti's death comes less than three weeks after Renee Good was shot dead by an immigration agent in the city.
How weight-loss jabs are changing our spending habits
With GLP-1 drugs rising in popularity, how are businesses adapting to a new type of consumer?
As the world inches back to a pre-WW2 order, the 'middle powers' face a grave new challenge
With economic stagnation and extremes of inequality comes corrosion of trust in democratic institutions. So Trump may be a symptom, not a cause, of what Carney called a "rupture" with the post-WW2 order.
The parents who uncovered hospital's infected water scandal
Dozens of patients became more unwell and some died with infections picked up at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Cosmetic doctor sorry for picking apart singer Troye Sivan's looks on TikTok
The singer hit out at Dr Zayn Khalid Majeed - who says he will try to have a positive impact with his content.
Ros Atkins on... How popular is President Trump?
BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins explores how Americans feel about their president during a nonstop start to 2026 shaped by pivotal events at home and abroad.
Davey says war bonds would help to speed up UK defence spending
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey says the bonds would give the public an opportunity to "support patriotically our defence".
Captain of suspected Russian shadow tanker in French custody
French officials seized the tanker, named the Grinch, in the Mediterranean Sea on Thursday.
Watch: Climber Alex Honnold scales 101-floor skyscraper without safety gear
Alex Honnold has become the first person to climb the Taiwanese building alone without safety equipment.
Clean-up after 'devastating' storm wreaks havoc
Storm Ingrid batters Devon and Cornwall - damaging a sea wall, a historic pier and homes.
I joined the Tories for the partying, says Kemi Badenoch
The Tory leader opens up about her life and career - and chooses her favourite music - on Radio 4's Desert Island Discs.
Party backed by generals set for landslide as 'sham' Myanmar election ends
Many parties were banned and there was no voting in about half the country which is gripped by fear and civil war.
More than 80 arrested after protesters breach London prison grounds
The group was protesting in support of an alleged Palestine Action prisoner on a hunger strike at HMP Wormwood Scrubs, police say.
Sir Mark Tully, the BBC's 'voice of India', dies aged 90
Sir Mark covered some of the defining moments in India's history in a career that spanned decades.
Trump says UK soldiers in Afghanistan 'among greatest of all' after anger over Nato remarks
The US president's praise follows his claim that allied forces avoided the front lines during the Afghanistan conflict.
Woman 'violated' by webcam in Giggling Squid loos
The woman finds a recording device connected to the internet under a toilet seat.
Bereaved parents fear delays to social media ban could harm children
The mothers of Brianna Ghey and Jools Sweeney say Ofcom needs to do more to protect young people.
Rare orange octopus spotted on Welsh beach
Photographer Gareth Davies saw the cephalopod as he went for a seaside walk.
Shop delighted as families 'Say Yes to the Dress' for First Communions
The event was held after a donation of 14 First Communion dresses from a primary school in Londonderry.
'Paul Mescal loved my song - but forgot my name'
The Gladiator II and Hamnet star mentioned last December he was loving a song called Evelyn, by Michael McGovern.
Seven-year-old girl with cancer hopes for 8,000 birthday cards
Amelia, who is on palliative care, hopes to break the UK record for most birthday cards received.
Bournemouth Echo
Bournemouth MP on Trump: Veterans share my disgust at five-time draft dodger
A Bournemouth MP has shared his feelings of 'disgust' following President Trump's remarks
Teenagers among four arrested after 'disturbance' in Poole
Two teenagers were among four that were arrested following a 'disturbance' at an address in Ashley Road, Poole.
MP backs up social media ban for under-16s
AN MP for Dorset has spoken out after the House of Lords voted in favour of banning social media use for under-16s.
In The Dock: Woman caught drink driving in car park
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
'It's an interesting time stamp ': Dorset ceramic artist is trader of the week
A DORSET-based fine arts ceramicist is running "therapeutic" clay workshops at a volunteer-led village café, helping residents to get creative.
Solicitors issue plea for separating couples amid 'divorce month'
Couples looking to divorce are being urged to consider mediation before 'plunging' into court proceedings
Comedy star to bring brand new tour to Bournemouth next year
Comedy star John Bishop will bring his brand new stand up show "Let’s Go Round Again" to Bournemouth next year as part of a major UK and Ireland arena tour.
Hit musical coming to Lighthouse Poole this year
A new production of the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors is coming to Lighthouse Poole later this year.
Council to create 'vibrant places where people and nature flourish' despite criticism
BCP Council is continuing to ‘create vibrant spaces’ despite backlash from an environmentalist group about the absence of climate and nature policies in the authorities new year’s statement.
New beginnings for stray found in 'terrible' condition at Costa drive through
An animal rescue charity celebrates the new beginnings of a stray found at a Costa drive through.
Sea defence work will get louder as engineers 'change tactics'
Works to replace sea defences in Weymouth are ahead of schedule, but have hit a snag in installation as engineers hit clay
PICTURES - Huge waves, heavy rain and road closures as Storm Ingrid sweeps in
Storm Ingrid swept across Dorset, bringing powerful winds and heavy rain that caused disruption across the county
The sunken 'hobbit house' deep in the Dorset countryside
Straight out of the Lord of the Rings, you can find this sunken 'hobbit house' in the village of Plush, Dorset
A look inside our 'property of the week' complete with a pool and tennis court
A beautiful 17th century farmhouse complete with an indoor pool and tennis court is our property of the week
Formula 1
50 years since the iconic season that inspired ‘Rush’
The storied 1976 F1 season began 50 years ago today, featuring a title fight between Ferrari’s Niki Lauda and McLaren’s James Hunt that was so dramatic, it inspired the hit film Rush. Let’s unpack the epic campaign, and the movie that brought it to life on the silver screen.
Inside the F1 driver’s bubble – The Communications Officer
Formula 1.com is delving into those bubbles to gain a greater understanding of the lives of those who work closely with the stars of F1. This week Bradley Lord, Mercedes’ Team Representative and Chief Communications Officer, explains how his team guides its drivers in dealing with the media, managing relationships, and co-ordinating activities through a race weekend.
How the Barcelona Shakedown will work
With the winter break firmly in the rearview mirrors and several of the teams having already completed a first run of their car during a filming day or released imagery of their new livery and machines, attention is now turning to the next step - the Barcelona Shakedown.
Windows Central
Microsoft issues SECOND emergency out of band update for Windows 11 to address disastrous Patch Tuesday bugs — KB5078127 released globally
Another out of band update has been issued to Windows 11 users to address a major bug that caused Outlook to become inoperable after January's disastrous Patch Tuesday updates.
If every Xbox game can hit Fable's apparent AAA quality — it's destined for a bright future
Xbox might have shed exclusivity, but in a post-Roblox world, it absolutely had no choice.
Banjo-Kazooie is BACK ... sort of — 'Banjo Recompiled' for PC brings widescreen, high framerates, and Steam Deck support
Banjo-Kazooie has been recompiled into a native PC release using a fan led project called Banjo Recompiled. The N64 classic now runs on Windows, Linux, and Steam Deck with modern features.
Windows 11 silver lining: Why we still call this OS home — what do you love most?
From handheld gaming breakthroughs to the power of WSL, the Windows Central team shares why they’re still passionate about the Windows ecosystem.
Laffgaff
Who designed the Guggenheim Museum in New York City?
Frank Lloyd Wright.
Alphabet Butter
I've invented alphabet butter. Now I just need to spread the word.
Itsfoss
Not the Linux You Remember: 16 Every Day Tasks That No Longer Need the Terminal
It's not that Linux became “GUI only”, but that the Linux desktop has become far more complete. The modern desktop we know today ships graphical tools that cover almost every common task in ways that are genuinely approachable.