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King's speech was a 'high stakes' moment of US visit, Palace says
The state visit to the US draws a positive response after what was a difficult diplomatic challenge.
Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages, under new plans
Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies.
The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine in surprising ways. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer?
President Zelensky has been visiting the Gulf to demonstrate his country's military nous.
How we reported in -30C temperatures in Canada's Arctic
BBC's Nadine Yousif and Eloise Alanna spent five days travelling with the country's military rangers through frostbite and sub-zero temperatures.
Musk's AI told me people were coming to kill me. I grabbed a hammer and prepared for war
Several people told the BBC they experienced delusions after intense conversations with AI.
From beds to LED masks, is the red light craze giving us more than just a warm glow?
Whether it can really repair muscles and make skin look younger is up for debate.
Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage)
The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal".
The clandestine network smuggling Starlink tech into Iran to beat internet blackout
Sahand tells the BBC World Service he sends satellite internet terminals into Iran to help show "the real picture".
What death doulas can teach us about dying
Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do?
Celebrity Traitors line-up announced - 21 famous faces set to enter castle
Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors.
Man charged with murder and sexual assault of 5-year-old Australian girl
The girl's death sparked an outbreak of violence in the central Australian town from where she disappeared.
The Papers: '£7m tax bill for William' and 'Traitors take their places'
The Prince of Wales's income tax bill revealed and Celebrity Traitors returns leads Sunday's papers.
Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections
Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May.
Four injured in Brixton drive-by shooting
One man is in a life-threatening condition after the attack in the early hours of Saturday.
Man charged after bomb hoax at Peter Kay show
Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham will appear in court on Monday, police said.
Concern for jailed Iranian Nobel laureate as family say health deteriorating
On Friday her family said the 54-year-old had been taken from prison to a local hospital after a sharp deterioration in her health.
Tories pledge to tighten household benefit cap rules
The party says removing some exemptions to the household benefit cap would save £1bn a year.
'I bought a baseball cap to hide my kippah': Jews observe first Shabbat after Golders Green attack
British Jews tell the BBC they are agonising over whether to stick to their usual routine this Sabbath.
Man arrested in Austria after rat poison found in baby food jars
A jar of HiPP purée containing the poison was found in Austria, prompting a recall by the manufacturer.
Polanski says police 'should not be above scrutiny' over Golders Green response
The Green Party leader says he apologised for reposting a tweet criticising the officers' response because it was "not the appropriate forum".
Man and woman die and three injured in house blast
Police said the explosion was "suspicious" but was not being treated as a terrorist incident.
Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans
The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees said withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.
Police probe link between drive-by shooting and stabbing
The possibility a drive-by shooting and a stabbing in Brixton are linked is being examined by police.
Police officer lowered into crocodile-infested river to recover human remains
Police suspect the human remains belong to a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.
Mild and mostly dry bank holiday but heavy showers possible for some
Temperatures across the UK are expected to take a dip, with the potential for some heavy showers and thunder in some areas.
Watch: Huge crowd attends Shakira's free Copacabana beach concert
Shakira's appearance followed shows by Lady Gaga and Madonna, who have also performed on Copacabana beach in previous years.
Russian strikes kill 10 as Zelensky says Ukraine hits oil tankers and terminal
Fatalities have been reported around Ukraine as Kyiv says Russian "shadow fleet" tankers were hit by drones.
Concern for jailed Iranian Nobel laureate as brother fears she is dying
Her family said the 54-year-old had been taken from prison to a local hospital after a sharp deterioration in her health.
Two women die trying to cross Channel in small boat
The boat, carrying 82 people, ran aground on a beach in northern France, says local official.
Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say
A search and rescue operation is underway for the service members, the US African Command said.
Watch: How we reported in -30C temperatures in Canada's Arctic
BBC's Nadine Yousif and Eloise Alanna spent five days travelling with the country's military rangers through frostbite and sub-zero temperatures.
Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing?
How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.
Bournemouth Echo
'I'm grateful to be alive': Cancer survivor to attempt 100-mile charity run
A Bournemouth school caretaker is running four marathons in a day to raise money for a cancer unit at Poole Hospital who removed his cancerous nipple
Plans for houses in garden of 300-year-old cottage
Plans have been unveiled for three new houses in the garden of a 300-year-old cottage.
Richard Carr's Royal Exeter given permission to hold a secondary licence
Richard Carr’s Hotel has been granted permission to hold a secondary licence to act as a ‘safety net’ in case of insolvency.
'Little gem' of a Dorset cafe that is wowing visitors with 'consistently great food'
The Barn Cafe near Lytchett Matravers has been wowing customers with its "consistently great food" and friendly staff.
Float to live: RNLI reveal Poole is one of their busiest lifeboat stations
The Royal National Lifeboat Union (RNLI) has revealed Poole is one of their busiest stations— and has issued advice so people can enjoy the warmer weather responsibly.
Councillor vows to bring back free high street parking if elected
A councillor has vowed to bring back free parking on a high street after it was scrapped.
Dorset team travel to Ukraine to support war veterans and traumatised horses
Volunteers of Dorset-based equine-assisted services offering nature-based therapy went to Ukraine to offer these sessions to support war veterans and horses.
New Milton man jailed after stealing from Co-op and Tesco stores
A man in his 40s has been jailed after he admitted to stealing from two stores in New Milton and Barton-on-Sea.
Last-minute 17-person cancellation leaves independent pub 'let down'
An independent pub in Wareham is thanking the community for their support after a table of 17 cancelled ten minutes before their booking.
Bed and breakfast 'no longer financially viable'
A 60-year-old bed and breakfast in Bournemouth has plans to change the use of the property due to the business “no longer being financially available”.
Two-bed Dorset bungalow in rolling Dorset hills to go for auction at £14,000
A two bedroom bungalow sat within the rolling hills of Dorset is set to go up for auction with a guide price of £14,000.
Fire service urges public to help prevent deliberate wildfires this summer
DWFRS is reminding the public to take care this summer through its prevention campaign, as firefighters report a rise in deliberate fires in the area.
PICTURES: Writing festival celebrates 'most successful year' yet
A writing festival has celebrated its busiest year after welcoming nearly 2,000 attendees.
Attempted murder probe after man seriously injured in stabbing
A MAN has been stabbed and seriously injured in Weymouth prompting an attempted murder probe
WATCH: Flames engulf yacht at marina
SMOKE could be seen billowing out of Portland Marina after a yacht caught fire
Two people rescued during dramatic cliff top rescue
TWO people have been rescued after becoming stuck on cliffs near St Albans Head.
'It's bringing the community back to Winton': 100 homes sign up to 'jumble stroll'
More than 100 households signed up to Winton's first 'jumble stroll', with many praising the 'clever idea'.
Police and partners ready to welcome increase in visitors to Dorset
Dorset Police, working alongside partner agencies, has rolled out a comprehensive plan to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer for everyone
New law aims to give councils and mayors stronger powers over coastal affairs
The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act gives coastal communities like Bournemouth more say in local decisions, funding, and regional planning.
Cat charity calls out celebrity for 'parading' kitten in 'unhealthy fashion box'
Cats Protection Bournemouth have commented on Myleene Klass' use of a bubble carrier for her new kitten, labelling it an 'unhealthy fashion box'.
Classic car event on quay cancelled after recent weather
A classic car event set to take place on Christchurch Quay today has been called.
All the roadworks taking place across the BCP area next week
Planned roadworks have been announced by BCP Council and are expected to cause delays of varying severity.
Teen arrested after person 'kicked to the head' in town centre fight
A teenager has been arrested after a 'fight' in Bournemouth town centre saw someone get 'kicked to the head'.
Emergency services called to paddleboarder in difficulty
Emergency services were called to a paddleboarder in difficulty in Poole Harbour.
Police 'increasingly concerned' for welfare of missing woman
A search has been launched to locate a woman in her 40s after police have said they're 'increasingly concerned' for her welfare.
4 Dorset farms to visit on Open Farm Sunday 2026 as it celebrates 20th anniversary
Four Dorset farms will be participating in Open Farm Sunday 2026, including Dollens Farm and Knife Hill Farm
Letter: 'It is not a good time to be growing up'
UK letter highlights decline in youth job opportunities, impact of national minimum wage, rise in economic inactivity, and questions immigration policy.
Arts University Bournemouth launches bold new strategy and visual identity
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) unveiled its transformative AUB Strategy 2030+ and a refreshed visual identity at a high-profile event on campus.
Letter: 'Everyone thinks it’s free to park at Castlepoint – so be warned'
Castlepoint Shopping Centre visitor, 84, receives £100 parking fine after forgetting Blue Badge in Landrover. Disabled pensioner warns shoppers to check rules.
£115 million Alderney Water Treatment Works upgrade enters final phase
Works to upgrade Alderney Water Treatment Works have entered their final phase, with commissioning and testing of the site now underway.
New Forest District Council invites residents to shape the future of Sandleheath
New Forest District Council (NFDC) is inviting residents and stakeholders to have their say on the draft Sandleheath Neighbourhood Plan.
Dorset music festival sells out with four months to go
We Out Here Festival, which takes place in August on the St Giles Estate, Wimborne St Giles, has officially sold out.
A marathon of fun at Wimborne's first Festival of Sport and Active Leisure
Wimborne’s first ever Festival of Sport and Active Leisure took place on Sunday April 19, attracting 600 visitors for a full day of free activities.
Search carried out after reported sighting of 'possible red flare'
A SEARCH was carried out following a reported sighting of a 'possible red flare' at Alum Chine.
Brits warned summer flights could change under new UK airline rule to save jet fuel
UK travellers warned their summer flights could change under a new temporary airline rule, as plans to save jet fuel revealed by the government
Vinted rule change bans users from selling these two items
Vinted is prohibiting listing any knives or sharp objects, 'regardless of size or intended use'.
Formula 1
What are the strategy options for the Miami Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day in Florida.
What To Watch For in the Miami Grand Prix
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day in Florida.
New start time confirmed for Miami GP
The start time for the Miami Grand Prix has been adjusted following discussions held by the FIA.
What the teams said – Sprint day and Qualifying in Miami
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from the Sprint and Qualifying at the Miami International Autodrome.
McLaren ‘back down to reality’ after Miami Qualifying
McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have been reflecting on a "messy" Qualifying for the team at the Miami Grand Prix, which occurred only a few hours after their success in the Sprint.
Ride onboard with Antonelli as he seals pole position in Miami
Join Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli for his pole position lap at the Miami Grand Prix.
Russell sees ‘no major concern’ over Miami gap to Antonelli
George Russell was left to describe his experiences of the Miami International Autodrome as “a real struggle” after another low-key display during Qualifying for the Grand Prix.
Ferrari 'just not fast enough’ in Miami Qualifying – Leclerc
Charles Leclerc was left wanting more from Ferrari after he qualified third for the Miami Grand Prix.
Verstappen on ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ after P2
Max Verstappen conceded that he feels there is now “light at the end of the tunnel” after claiming P2 on the grid in Qualifying at the Miami Grand Prix, with the Red Bull driver detailing the “two things” that he feels have contributed to the car’s improvement.
Antonelli ‘super happy’ to bounce back with Miami pole
Kimi Antonelli bounced back from the disappointment of another difficult start and a time penalty during Saturday’s Sprint in Miami by storming to pole position in the Qualifying session that followed.
OFFICIAL GRID: Who starts where in Miami
The full official starting order for Sunday's 2026 Miami Grand Prix in Florida.
LIVE COVERAGE: Follow all the action from the Miami GP
Live coverage of Sunday's Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix 2026.
Our final Miami Grand Prix betting predictions made
Our betting writers offer their expert opinions on the best F1 markets to back.
Bet Builder selections made before Miami Grand Prix
We picked a four-leg Bet Builder, including a podium finish and two points finishes.
Hadjar disqualified from Miami Grand Prix Qualifying
A technical infringement for Isack Hadjar saw the Red Bull driver disqualified from Saturday's Qualifying.
Betting mistakes to avoid at the Miami Grand Prix
Safer gambling is important, so we look at how you can avoid losing money during Sunday’s race in Florida.
Brown on McLaren recruiting ‘huge talent’ Lambiase
McLaren CEO Zak Brown admits that the squad took the opportunity to "strengthen our racing team" by signing Gianpiero Lambiase from Red Bull as their Chief Racing Officer.
Binotto explains why Audi opted for McNish as Racing Director
Audi F1 CEO and Team Principal Mattia Binotto has given some more background on the squad’s decision to install former Formula 1 driver Allan McNish as their Racing Director, describing him as an “easy plug-in” and a “great fit”.
See how Antonelli beat Verstappen to pole in Miami
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli made it three pole positions in a row with a stunning lap during Saturday’s Miami Grand Prix Qualifying session.
Windows Central
I was wrong about Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred is the pinnacle of the series, and I'm so happy to be wrong about my fears.
After testing LAP Photo Manager on Windows 11, I’m convinced it outperforms the built‑in Photos app in all the ways that matter
Replace the Windows 11 Photos app with Lap, a local-first photo manager built for speed, privacy, and full control.
Your PC is an Xbox, your Android is a Windows Phone, and Windows K2 is here to save Windows 11
Windows 11 had a lively week with Windows K2 improvements, Xbox Mode rollout, OG Xbox mods, and a surprising revival of Windows Phone on Android.
Edge vs Chrome heats up again as Reddit users say performance and features matter more than brand loyalty
Choosing between Edge and Chrome is no longer about speed. Here's what Reddit users say really matters in 2026.
"You need to be a hacker to use Windows": This free tool lets you rebuild Windows 11 without Copilot or any other AI
Windows 11's rehabilitation is a slow burn, but this third-party tool scraps AI fluff right out of the gate.
Laffgaff
How many studio albums did Jimi Hendrix release before his death?
Three.
Mirror Ball
My mirror ball and my smoke machine stopped working. Guess I'll have to call a disco tech to fix them.