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Andrew was sub-letting Royal Lodge cottages, watchdog reveals
A public spending watchdog examines the property arrangements of royals including Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.
Burnham says he would seek to enter any Labour leadership contest
The Greater Manchester mayor would need to win the by-election in Makerfield to be a possible candidate.
Starmer can survive a leadership challenge, says attorney general
The prime minister's future has been called into question following poor election results for Labour.
'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence
Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.
UK in most dangerous period I've known, military chief says
Russian incursions into UK defences risk crossing a line, Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Richard Knighton tells the BBC.
One in four births in England is now emergency caesarean, BBC analysis shows
The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase.
Zelensky proposes face-to-face talks in open letter to Putin
Ukraine's president tells the Russian leader that only "direct engagement" between the two countries could end the war, with the US focused on Iran.
How Trump's White House ballroom plan has doubled in size and cost over a year
BBC Verify examines how the biggest change to the White House in decades has transformed in the last year.
AI needs a 'brake pedal', warns Anthropic co-founder
Jack Clark tells BBC's Newsnight AI could get to the point where it develops without human input.
Conflict over identity politics could lead to civil war in long term, says Badenoch
In an interview for a BBC Radio 4 documentary, England's Identity Crisis, the Conservative leader warned of rising tensions as groups on the left and the right.
Mangrove forests are healing after decades of human destruction
Swampy mangrove forests are staging a surprise comeback - which is good news for coastal communities and the climate.
Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors say
Zeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.
Tough cookies: How pop group Le Sserafim overcame internal conflict and internet trolls
The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.
The Papers: 'Andrew cashed in' and 'Kate shares in mum's joy'
Report reveals Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's 'rent deals' and the Princess of Wales celebrating a mum ending cancer treatment lead Friday's papers.
Weekly quiz: What did Rosamund Pike say to the person using their phone during her play?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Single 20-somethings need AI to make first move on dating apps - Hinge boss
Jackie Jantos says loneliness and lack of confidence were challenges for young adults looking for relationships.
How misinformation about student's murder sent two people into hiding
A former police officer wrongly identified as being at the scene of Henry Nowak's arrest and death said she is scared for her safety.
Mount Everest climber recounts moment he lost guide who survived alone for six days
Chris Thrall speaks about his last sighting of Dawa Sherpa, who was spotted alive by a cleaning crew as he slid slowly down the world's tallest mountain.
Hezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and Lebanon
The United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.
Henry Nowak deserves legacy that goes beyond tragedy, says PM
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer met the family of Henry Nowak at 10 Downing Street.
Royal Navy crew killed in helicopter crash named
Tributes are paid to Lt Cdr Chris Gayson, 42, Lt Lily-Mae Fisher, 31, and Petty Officer Owen Green, 24.
Marilyn Monroe auction features star's make-up and gowns on 100th birthday
The auction has already brought in thousands in bids and includes intimate items from her life.
House Republicans break with Trump again to approve Ukraine aid
Some 18 Republicans joined the Democrats to back the measure, after a smaller group broke ranks on another vote in recent days.
Steven Spielberg believes we will discover aliens in our lifetime
Spielberg's new film imagines what might happen if the existence of non-human intelligence was revealed to the world.
Rapist Paul Quinn's 24-year sentence an insult, says wrongly convicted Andrew Malkinson
Paul Quinn is jailed over the 2003 attack in Salford for which Andrew Malkinson served 17 years.
Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head dies at 72
The British actor, who also appeared in Merlin and Little Britain, died of complications from pneumonia.
Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Russian attempt to repair tunnel area sparks safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.
Everest guide survived six-day ordeal by eating chocolate and 'chewing ice'
Dawa Sherpa was spotted alive by a cleaning crew as he slid slowly down the world's tallest mountain and spoke to the BBC from hospital.
Teen rapists spared jail partly because of intellectual limitations, judge's full remarks show
The boys' sentencing last month caused an outcry when they were given youth rehabilitation orders (YROs).
A-level maths exam marking to be watched closely by regulator after students say paper was 'unfair'
More than 20,000 people sign a petition calling for a review of a paper they say was significantly more challenging than any past exam.
Two weeks out from crucial Makerfield by-election, here's how the contest is shaping up
What stood out from the Question Time exchanges between candidates in the Makerfield by-election?
Ukraine strikes cargo ships and admits Romania drone blast
Ukraine says it struck five ships carrying illegal cargo in the Sea of Azov and in coastal waters of Russian-occupied territories.
Two Romanians guilty of stabbing journalist in UK on behalf of Iran
Pouria Zeraati, who works for the channel Iran International, which is critical of the Iranian government, was stabbed three times in the leg.
Gareth Southgate: We need to teach boys differently from girls to get best out of them
The former England manager has made a documentary looking at the issues affecting boys and young men.
The deeply contentious debate around what it means to be English
The debate about English identity has been a perennial one but has now taken on a harder edge
Primavera fans react after headline acts Doja Cat and Massive Attack cancelled over weather
Fans have expressed their confusion that no back-up plan was put in place at the festival in Barcelona.
Who can buy shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX?
From next week individual investors can take a stake in Musk's rockets-to-AI company.
'We moved in with 17 strangers so we wouldn't be lonely' - why co-housing is on the rise
Co-housing is becoming a more popular model to beat loneliness and the affordable housing crisis
Paddleboard firm owner who caused four deaths has bid to cut sentence refused
Nerys Lloyd was sentenced to 10 years and six months for gross negligence manslaughter in April 2025.
Three admit violent disorder after Nowak protest
Connor Bishop, 24, Reece Robinson, 21, and Noah Etherington, 18, will be sentenced on Monday.
One in four births in England is now emergency caesarean, BBC analysis shows
The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase.
Teenagers guilty of murdering 16-year-old Kayden Moy in beach attack
The teenagers were found guilty of the murder after a row between rival groups on a beach in Ayrshire last year.
King 'profoundly shocked' by navy helicopter deaths
Tributes continue to be paid to three crew members killed in a crash in Devon.
Donaldson trial hears pastor say it was 'obvious' who alleged abuser was
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.
US actor James Handy stabbed to death, with girlfriend's son arrested
Handy, 81, is known for his roles in films including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick.
Bournemouth Echo
Iconic burger brand's golden age and its legacy in Dorset
For generations of locals, a Saturday in Poole wouldn’t be complete without a visit into town and a slide into a hard-backed booth
Measures proposed to tackle ‘poor driver behaviour’
‘Poor drivers and congestion’ is prompting consultation on a proposal to have additional restrictions on roads surrounding two schools in order to improve safety
Watch: Sniffer dog George uncover over £3k worth of illegal products in New Forest
A sniffier dog called George from the Trading Standards worked in partnership with Police to uncover illegal vapes, cigarettes and hand rolled tobacco worth more than £3,000.
Inspection praises school in Bournemouth after finding it prioritises 'wellbeing'
A recent inspection from the Independent Schools Inspectorate has found that an a school in Bournemouth meets all required education standards.
'Bright' and 'beautiful' woman dies after battle with substance abuse
A two-day inquest was held following the death of a 'beautiful' and 'bright' 22-year-old woman from Wimborne.
Nearly 200 jobs lost as Bournemouth cargo airline collapses into administration
NEARLY 200 workers have been made redundant after a key cargo airline at Bournemouth Airport entered administration, citing rising fuel costs and reduced flying activity.
Inside the school teaching boys how to be men and redefining masculinity
Inside the school teaching boys how to be men and redefining the meaning of masculinity.
Search for missing teenage girl seen leaving address in early hours
A police search is under way for a missing teenage girl believed to have travelled out of the area.
Woman reportedly raped in Bournemouth Lower Gardens
A cordon has been put in place following the reported rape of a woman in Bournemouth gardens.
H&M staff have 'serious safety concerns' after changing room 'filming' incident
Staff at H&M have "serious concerns" over the safety of customers after a man reportedly filmed women changing in the store's changing rooms last week.
RECAP - Forensics and cordon in Bournemouth town centre
A cordon is in place near Bournemouth Lower Gardens and the BH2 complex today. We will be bringing you updates as we get them.
Full line-up revealed for popular beach festival returning to Dorset in July
SandFest will return to Sandbanks Beach in Dorset, on Sunday, July 12, marking its ninth year, with house music star MK, and UK garage legend DJ EZ to perform.
Strictly Come Dancing winners to perform at Bournemouth venue in August
Ore Oduba and Joanne Clifton, who won the 2016 series of Strictly Come Dancing, will perform at the Bournemouth Pavilion on August 17.
Poole MP leads debate in Parliament calling for support for coastal communities
Poole MP Neil Duncan-Jordan has spoken up on a wide range of issues affecting his seaside constituency during a debate in Parliament.
New vision for redevelopment of iconic hotel site
A NEW masterplan to redevelop the Knoll House Hotel site at Studland has been designed to calm previous fears about the effect the scheme would have on the environment.
Buffy star Anthony Head dies - actor had strong links to Dorset rescue centre
Actor Anthony Head has died aged 72. The Buffy star was a patron of Dorset-based Margaret Green Animal Rescue.
Emergency presence as car overturns after crash in Ferndown
Emergency services are at the scene of an overturned car in Ferndown.
Adventure Wonderland decision delayed for the second time
A decision on plans to redevelop the former Adventure Wonderland theme park has been postponed for a second time.
Wimborne gun shop closing after 49 years
A long established Wimborne firearms shop is set to close its doors for the final time, marking the end of an era for both its owner and the town's independent retail scene.
LIVE: Road blocked and heavy traffic due to 'accident'
Traffic and travel updates for BCP and wider areas.
Man jailed for five years after stabbing man and assaulting woman
A man who changed his appearance to disguise his identity after a stabbing has been sentenced to five years in prison.
Hamworthy fire station recommended to close following controversial consultation
Hamworthy fire station has been recommended to close after the fire service announced it has proposed to merge it with another station.
Man found not guilty of rape in wooded area in Bournemouth
A 24-year-old man has been found not guilty of raping a woman in a wooded area in Bournemouth.
Pensioner exposed himself to woman in supermarket car park
A pensioner exposed himself to a woman in a supermarket car park.
Forestry England makes partial U-turn on parking charges at cemetery
Forestry England has made a partial U-turn on parking charges at a New Forest cemetery car park after complaints from mourners
Man arrested on suspicion of burglary spree
A 47-year-old man from Shaftesbury has been arrested in connection with multiple attempted burglaries in the town.
Luxury New Forest hotel recognised as being among the world's best
Lime Wood has joined the Condé Nast Traveller Triple Crown, earning global recognition as one of the world’s top hotels.
Police confirm missing 16 year old from Bournemouth has been found
A young teenager who had been missing since Thursday has been found according to Dorset Police.
Teen arrested in connection with serious assault on man outside bar
Detectives arrested a teenager in connection with a serious assault in Poole.
Search continues to find missing teenage girl from Bournemouth
Police are continuing to search for a missing teenage girl from Bournemouth.
15-year-old boy reported missing on Sunday still not found
A 15-year-old boy who was reported missing on Sunday still has not been found.
Man comes forward after reports of victims photographed in changing room
A man has come forward after reports that women were watched and photographed in private in a shop changing room in Bournemouth.
£158 million for Dorset’s future transport systems 'will be inadequate'
Government funding for Dorset’s transport systems of £158 million over the coming years will be inadequate – councillors have been told.
Popular beer festival with a community focus returns next month
The New Forest Beer Fest will take place at Brockenhurst Village Hall on Saturday, July 4, raising money for Oakhaven Hospice.
New long-term transport plan sets out safer and greener travel for Dorset
A new long‑term strategy to help make Dorset’s transport and travel better for residents, the economy and the environment is being reviewed this week.
Former tank commander launches new book in collaboration with Dorset museum
The Tank Museum has announced Tank Command, written in collaboration with Hamish de Bretton-Gordon OBE, which explores the impact of tanks in modern warfare.
What's on in cinemas in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole this weekend
A sword-and-sorcery film, a parody film spoofing horror films, and the last two episodes of a web series are among films shown in BCP cinemas this weekend.
New Milton care home named among the top 1% in the country for dementia care
Mornington Court in New Milton, part of the Cinnamon Care Collection, received platinum accreditation in dementia care for 2026-27.
Still no contractors for Bournemouth Pier works but timeline not affected
The council still has not found a contractor to carry out repair works to restore Bournemouth Pier, with works still expected to start this year.
Community groups invited to apply for share of £3.5 million Co-Op fund
Applications now open for Co-op’s Local Community Fund, local charities and community groups invited to apply for share of £3.5 Million fund.
Leading PR agency based in Dorset opens second office in London
Liz Lean PR (LLPR), one of the south’s leading PR and communications agencies, has opened an office in Wandsworth, London.
Christchurch Central Women's Institute hold latest meeting
Christchurch Central Women's Institute (WI) held their June meeting with several activities and future plans, on June 3 at Druitt Hall.
Nationwide to install defibrillators and bleed control kits at all 605 branches
Nationwide is installing life-saving defibrillators and bleed control kits across its 605 branches, while rolling out life-saving first aid session.
Broadstone school launches second annual hills hike to support two charities
Corfe Hills School in Dorset will be taking part in their annual Hills Hike on July 16 to raise money for Changes are Made (C.A.M.) and Whizz Kidz
Next of kin appeal for 68-year-old man who died at home in Bournemouth
Dorset coroner issues next of kin appeal after John William Cunningham, 68, found dead at his Bournemouth home. Public urged to contact authorities.
Popular community music festival to return to Poole this month
Grooves on the Green will take place from June 19 to June 21 in Ashley Cross, Poole, promising three days of live music and entertainment.
Nurse shares personal story ahead of hospice memorial event at Poole Park
Alisa Malhi, from Forest Holme Hospice, will be at Forest Holme Hospice's Tie A Yellow Ribbon event at Poole Park as a niece remembering her late aunt.
Construction firm raises more than £2,500 at Dorset Mud Run for Elsie's Rose
Seventeen employees from Dorset-based Greendale Construction took on the Dorset Mud Run, raising £2,510 for Elsie’s Rose, the company’s charity of the year.
New parents in Dorset could be missing out on FREE £100 Aldi vouchers
New parents in Dorset could be missing out on Aldi's Mamia New Parent Fund, which gives away a £100 Aldi voucher to one family every week.
Free community and charity days on offer at Knoll Gardens
The Knoll Gardens Foundation has supported charities and schools with gardening projects, special access days and community group visits.
Residents urged to take anti-social behaviour survey
Residents are being urged to have their say on anti-social behaviour strategy to improve the safety of communities.
Poole-based firm invests more than £900k in vehicle delivery fleet
Poole-headquartered Alliance Tool Hire has invested over £900k in more than 20 new delivery vehicles to further extend its delivery capabilities.
Pupils in Dorset spend 'just 43 minutes a week' learning digital skills
In schools across Dorset, primary school students spend just 43 minutes per week learning IT, according to research by broadband provider Trooli.
Government
British Sovereignty Protection (Chagos Islands) Bill [HL]
A Bill to affirm and protect the sovereignty of the United Kingdom over the Chagos Islands and the British Indian Ocean Territory; to make provision restricting the cession or transfer of sovereignty without the approval of Parliament and without the consent of the Chagossian people; to provide for the protection of the Territory’s strategic and defence importance; and for connected purposes.
Cohabitation Rights Bill [HL]
A Bill to provide certain protections for persons who live together or have lived together as a couple; to make provision about the property of deceased persons survived by a cohabitant; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Why the Las Vegas GP has earned a 10-year extension
F1.com has all the details on the new contract announced for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with a 10-year extension meaning that the event will continue on for many years to come.
F1 to race in Las Vegas until 2037 after new extension
The Las Vegas Grand Prix will remain on the F1 calendar through 2037 following the new long-term extension.
Why Leclerc is confident he can be a champion with Ferrari
Charles Leclerc is the man of the moment, announcing his contract extension with Ferrari before he embarks on his home race in Monaco.
Mercedes, Red Bull and McLaren’s radical Monaco winglets
The deletion of Straight Mode in Monaco has opened up an opportunity for teams to squeeze just a little more downforce from their rear wings.
Antonelli vows to keep racing ‘hard but smart’ in Monaco
Kimi Antonelli insists he is “not thinking about the championship” ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, despite arriving in the Principality with a sizeable points advantage over Mercedes team mate George Russell.
Russell has ‘nothing to lose’ in title fight
After falling behind Mercedes team mate Kimi Antonelli in the championship standings, George Russell believes that he has "nothing to lose" ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend.
Monaco FP1 crash ‘really caught me off guard’ – Hadjar
Isack Hadjar brought out the red flags during FP1 in Monaco after he crashed into the barrier.
Hamilton leads Ferrari 1-2 during second practice in Monaco
Lewis Hamilton set the pace during Friday’s second practice session for the Monaco Grand Prix, leading the way from Ferrari team mate Charles Leclerc and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen.
Rafael Camara seals dramatic F2 maiden pole in Monte Carlo
Invicta Racing's Rafael Camara secured pole position during F2 Qualifying in Monaco.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow FP2 for the Monaco GP
Live coverage of Friday's second Formula 1 practice session for the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix.
Hamilton shares 'eye-opening' first experience of Monaco
Monaco has always been a special place for Lewis Hamilton, and not just because he has won the Grand Prix on the streets of the Principality three times.
Leclerc confirms offers from rivals before Ferrari deal
Charles Leclerc has confirmed that there were other options open to him before signing his new Ferrari contract extension.
Sainz asserts his commitment to Williams for future seasons
Carlos Sainz has made his position on staying at Williams clear ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix.
What upgrades have each F1 team brought to the Monaco GP?
Formula 1 rolls on to Monte Carlo and the unique demands of the Circuit de Monaco this weekend, with plenty of teams bringing track-specific and wider upgrades for their cars – including special winglets aimed at exploiting the lack of Active Aero. But what exactly is changing, and how might it impact performance? F1.com presents an all-in-one list...
Leclerc sets the pace during disrupted Monaco FP1
Charles Leclerc was the pacesetter during the opening practice session at the Monaco Grand Prix, the Ferrari driver leading the way from team mate Lewis Hamilton.
All the special liveries, helmets, and race suits for Monaco
The drivers and teams always get creative in Monaco – check out this year’s special designs.
Windows Central
Xbox CEO doubles down on exclusives, saying they remain central to defining the Xbox platform
Xbox chief Asha Sharma says exclusives still matter, reaffirming they’re part of the Xbox platform’s identity as the company refines its long‑term strategy.
"2,000 to 3,000 new hits every single day": Dangerous malware "WeedHack" hides in Minecraft mods, gives attackers webcam access, Steam and Discord passwords, and more
McAfee researchers have discovered "WeedHack," a new malware that hides in Minecraft mods that's capable of stealing account info and accessing webcams.
“Too early to say” as Amazon walks back comments that implied IOI might not return for the 007 sequel
Amazon's comments about future James Bond games have raised concerns that IO Interactive may not be involved in a sequel to 007 First Light. Here's what was actually said, and why the situation may not be as worrying as it first appears.
Microsoft and Xbox just launched 41 new indie game demos you can play right now — check out everything new and upcoming from ID@Xbox
Thanks to Microsoft's new ID@Xbox Indie Selects Demo Fest, there are now tons of Xbox indie game demos available on console and PC until the end of June.
Xbox is once again making it easier for developers — this time it's targeting Godot, a favorite among indie creators
Xbox has introduced the Xbox Godot Sample, a new initiative designed to help Godot developers bring their games to Xbox on PC. The sample includes support for Xbox services, Microsoft GDK, PlayFab features, game saves, multiplayer tools, and GameInput integration.
SEGA may have accidentally revealed Persona 6, as it took down "leaked" official artwork and a logo related to it, leading to massive speculation
People have discovered that SEGA has issued DMCA takedowns of artwork on X that seemingly confirm the existence of Persona 6, the successor to Persona 5 that fans have been waiting for a decade. With the recent announcement of Persona 4 Revival and this year being Persona's 30th anniversary, there is a chance this "leak" could turn out to be real.
Helldivers 2 announces huge updates with "the next evolution of Major Orders," massive progression changes, and new rewards — oh, and fixes I've been praying for, too
Helldivers 2 dev Arrowhead has announced some massive updates coming for the game that take aim at some of the community's biggest problems with it.
Microsoft lists 15 new reasons to switch to the New Outlook but many users say it still isn’t ready
Microsoft added 15 new features to its new Outlook, bringing it closer to feature parity with the classic Outlook client, including improved meeting tracking, schedule send, and keyboard shortcuts.
Crimson Desert's first summer patch is rolling out: Improving "Re-Blockade", mounts, mini-games, and more
Pearl Abyss has added gameplay improvements to the Re-Blockade mechanic, Baby Wyverns and Kuku Bird Chick mounts, and a pinball mini-game among many new features to its hit open-world adventure game, Crimson Desert.
Halo Infinite is slipping down Xbox's most-played chart — but the Master Chief Collection refuses to be fragged
Halo Infinite has fallen to 49th place on Xbox's most-played games chart in the U.S., while Halo: The Master Chief Collection sits at 30th. Similar trends can be seen on Steam, where MCC continues to attract a significantly larger player base, raising questions about what Halo fans value most from the franchise.
Build 2026 only makes sense if you remember Build 2025: a look back at the groundwork of the "age of AI agents"
Build 2026 delivered new tools, models, and platform updates for the age of AI agents, but the story did not start this week. The foundation was set at Build 2025, where Microsoft introduced the standards, context systems, and early agent tooling that shaped its roadmap.
Microsoft Edge goes passwordless with Windows Hello — marking a major shift toward biometric and device-based security
Microsoft's Edge browser retired passwords and is moving to Windows Hello and passkeys.
Valve confirms its Steam Machine PC and Steam Frame VR are still "shipping this summer" — without a whiff of any prices
Valve has confirmed that both Steam Machine and Steam Frame remain scheduled to launch this summer through an update to its Verified program. While the announcement provides reassurance that the hardware is still on track, the company continues to withhold pricing details amid growing concerns over rising hardware and memory costs across the industry.
As Xbox celebrates its 25th anniversary, I'm remembering some of the most memorable announcements for its consoles and games
With the Xbox Game Showcase drawing near, it's time to look back at some of the most memorable announcements and reveals for Xbox games and consoles in celebration of the brand's 25th anniversary.
Linux is losing ground on Steam as Windows 11 continues its rise among PC gamers — is Microsoft repairing its reputation?
Steam's May 2026 Hardware Survey shows Windows 11 increasing its market share among gamers while Linux continues to decline after reaching a recent peak. The latest figures highlight Windows' continued dominance on Steam and raise questions about whether Linux can maintain its recent momentum.
Xbox's CEO just defined her mission: "My mandate is not 30% accountability margins, it’s to be the number one."
It seems the historically high profit margins no longer apply to the new CEO.
Laffgaff
Which band released the 1978 disco hit ‘September’?
Earth, Wind & Fire.
Rubber Suckers
I never understood why we have those arrows with rubber suckers at the end. They're pointless.
Itsfoss
Proton Drive is Now Faster (And Getting a Linux Client Soon)
The overhaul is part of a broader SDK rebuild that has been in the works throughout 2026.