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Armed forces minister quits after Healey exit as defence funding row deepens
Al Carns says the military isn't "sufficiently funded", as Dan Jarvis becomes the new defence secretary.
Chris Mason: Dissent fizzes again at the top of the Labour Party
The resignations of the defence secretary and armed forces minister pile the pressure further on the PM's leadership.
Trump claims deal to end Iran war near as Tehran says 'nothing' finalised
The US president says a "great settlement" to end the conflict has been reached. Iran says reports of a deal are "speculative".
Grooming survivors prosecuted as children still being failed, Baroness Casey tells BBC
Victims who were abused and prosecuted as children are still being failed, says grooming report author.
Meningitis B vaccine to be offered to a million young people
The decision for the one-off vaccine programme follows the unprecedented outbreak in Kent this year.
Child-rape sentence reignites scrutiny of UK high street mini-marts
Rapist Bawan Harwe lured underage girls back to his flat with the promise of free vapes and cash.
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after more than three years in coma
Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king's eldest daughter, collapsed in December 2022 while exercising her dogs.
Do not use my music, Ariana Grande tells White House
Grande called a White House video using her song Bye "heinous nonsense", joining multiple artists demanding Trump's team not use their music.
'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - how NHS dentist shortage is costing a fortune
People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.
Girl, 14, charged with attempted murder after Manchester school knife attack
Two pupils and a teacher were injured in the attack, which counter-terror police are investigating.
Elon Musk's SpaceX raises $75bn ahead of record stock market debut
The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests
There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium.
Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission
Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.
The World Cup of adverts: How brands are competing to entertain, not simply sell
Kim Kardashian, Timothée Chalamet and Susan Boyle feature in ambitious ads ahead of the World Cup.
Air India crash families' year-long battle to identify remains of victims
Relatives urge Indian authorities for answers after receiving the misidentified, and in one case mixed, remains of their loved ones.
Weekly quiz: Which Sesame Street character got in trouble with New Yorkers?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
More than 50 Iranian military bases damaged in US strikes since start of war, satellite images show
Bases across Iran have been hit by US strikes, with experts identifying damage to jets and warships.
The Papers: 'Healey torpedoes Starmer' and 'Game on!'
Defence Secretary John Healey's resignation and the start of the World Cup dominate Friday's papers.
My friends always want to split the bill equally, how do I say no?
It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"
Northern Ireland protests pass off without incident after two nights of unrest
After two nights of unrest, pockets of protests held across Northern Ireland have passed off without major incident.
El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say
An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures.
London Stadium and West Ham women's team not aware of David Sullivan contact ban
The owner of West Ham United's home has raised concerns it was not told about safeguarding restrictions.
Dozens of children put at risk after gender care failures at GP clinic, inquiry finds
A safety inquiry into the WellBN clinic in Brighton found 78 children were potentially harmed after being given gender medication without proper checks.
World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, dancing, and protests
There was a star-studded opening ceremony, and some sporadic clashes between police and protesters around the Azteca stadium.
I have a duty to stay on, says Starmer, as he justifies defence spending decisions
Sir Keir Starmer argues he has made "hard-edged" decisions, one day after his defence secretary quit in a row over money.
Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe
Ex-Defence Secretary John Healey has said the defence investment plan is "well short of what is required".
King leads tributes to late British art 'giant' David Hockney
The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.
Trump accuses Iran of leaking agreement details that 'bear no relation to the truth'
The US president's reaction came as Iranian media reported purported details from the alleged agreement that included much of what Tehran has been demanding and the US rejecting.
Ministers want 60% of children walking or cycling to school by 2035
Thousands of safer paths and crossings are promised to help people become more active in England's towns and cities.
London council takes possession of property linked to Sierra Leone's First Lady
Southwark Council in south London takes possession of a property linked to Sierra Leone's Fatima Bio.
Prosecutor tells Donaldson he is 'the only one telling lies' at his sex abuse trial
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.
Watch: Four UFO videos newly declassified by US government
The eyewitness footage shows bright orbs in the sky over an undisclosed location in the northeastern US.
Taylor Swift makes tearful 21-minute speech as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame
The singer thanks her family as she becomes the youngest woman to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Bollywood star prepares for Canada's opening ceremony with song of unity
The Canadian-born artist will be performing her official Fifa song at the Toronto opening ceremony.
South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss
The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.
The World Cup of adverts: How brands are competing to entertain, not simply sell
Kim Kardashian, Timothée Chalamet and Susan Boyle feature in ambitious ads ahead of the World Cup.
David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name
The proud Yorkshireman, who also painted iconic pictures of America, was routinely described as Britain's greatest artist.
What we know about how Northern Ireland's riots were organised
Northern Ireland has seen three nights of violence after footage of a knife attack on Monday night spread across social media.
Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever
From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - the real cost of NHS dentist shortage
People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.
Palestinian anger at rise in Israeli demolitions in East Jerusalem
Palestinian homes are being pulled down in occupied East Jerusalem to make way for a park.
What do Puerto Ricans think of the viral song about their homeland?
People from Puerto Rico reflect on how the catchy tune has attracted attention to where they live.
Speeding jet skiers with children on board 'remove plates to evade cameras', report says
CCTV is being used to try and catch culprits at Conwy harbour, which has seen a number of dangerous incidents recently.
Israeli tech firm accused of targeting First Minister John Swinney in election
Accounts linked to tech firm BlackCore are alleged to have carried out 'digital interference operations' against John Swinney.
Discovery of €1.2m jewellery prompts fresh probe into former Spanish PM
José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero is suspected of being unable to show proof he paid import duties on the jewellery.
Three more men jailed for Henry Nowak protest violence
A total of 13 men have so far been jailed over the disorder in Southampton last week.
French town buries murdered child as questions mount over police failings
The prime suspect in the killing of Lyhanna, 11, was reported to police nine months prior but never questioned.
UK signals it may block payout to British Steel owner
Chinese firm Jingye is seeking compensation after the government decided to nationalise the company.
More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say
A statement says "significant progress" has been made into investigating the crash, in which 260 people died a year ago.
Bournemouth Echo
Remembering Bournemouth's legendary nightclub that closed 33 years ago
The thumping basslines of Fir Vale Road have long faded, but the ghost of Bournemouth's most legendary nightclub still refuses to leave the party.
MenB vaccine to be offered to teenagers and students under 25 across England
Thousands of young people across England are set to be offered two doses of a MenB vaccination starting in July.
Person dies after being 'hit by train' on Poole railway line
A person has died after they were "hit by a train" on Friday morning in Poole.
Person dies after being 'hit by train' in Poole
A person has killed after they were 'hit by a train' on Friday morning near Poole train station as emergency services are in attendance.
WATCH - Moment man goes on rampage and smashes shop windows in early hours
Business owners in Southbourne whose windows were smashed in the early hours of Sunday morning (June 7) have slammed Dorset Police for “failing to act”.
Tom Hayes reacts to Bournemouth University benefiting from Government funding
Bournemouth University receives government funding as part of an £80m UK defence investment to boost courses in cyber security, engineering and aerospace.
Poole MP becomes first MP to host climate and nature crisis screening
Neil Duncan-Jordan, the Labour MP for Poole, hosted the event at Lighthouse Poole on Thursday, June 11, to screen The National Emergency Briefing.
Major late-night fire in Christchurch "suspicious", say police
A major fire at a commercial property which broke out in Burton last night is now believed to have been caused by suspicious circumstances and Police are appealing for witnesses.
Man wanted by police after he was released from prison has now been found
A man who was wanted by police for failing to register a new address after leaving prison and failing to comply with the terms of his licence has now been found, Dorset Police confirm.
More than £16k raised in memory of brothers killed in crash
A fundraising appeal has been launched to support a Christchurch family involved in a car crash that killed their two sons, aged eight and five.
'Unacceptable' hateful message daubed near Bournemouth seafront
Hateful graffiti has appeared near the seafront in Bournemouth.
Councillors support parking trial but say alternatives to cars is needed
Councillors support a trial to double parking fines in Bournemouth this summer but some say that alternatives to cars such as cycle lanes and park and ride facilities need to be introduced.
Neighbour sets up fundraiser for victim of house fire
A fundraiser has been set up to support the victim of a devastating house fire in Bournemouth late Wednesday night (10 June). The fire took hold of the house on Ibbertson Road “in minutes” on Wednesday — one person was taken to hospital after self-evacuating the property.
Public school in Dorset announces plans to take over prep school
Bryanston School public school has announced plans to acquire another prep school as part of a growing education group.
Lower parking income and increased social care costs led to budget overspend
Residents are likely to see cuts to services after the council ended the financial year with a £4.6million budget shortfall.
Man shouted obscenities and racially abused people in Bournemouth
A man shouted obscenities and was racially abusive toward another man and two women in Bournemouth and Police are appealing for information.
Man stole more than £1,000 worth of products and drove off without paying for fuel
A serial shoplifter has been jailed after stealing more than £1,000 worth of goods from various stores across Lymington and Pennington.
Police respond to claims of 'inaction' on Southbourne smashed windows
Police have said they’re treating the criminal damage rampage in Southbourne Grove and a similar incident in Ashley Road in May as “separate investigations at this time”.
Watch - Major blaze at former surgery site late at night
A fire which broke out at a business property late at night in Burton, sparked a major emergency response from the Fire rescue service.
Paedophile jailed for sexual assault and possession of indecent images
The bravery of a young victim has led to a paedophile being jailed for sexually assaulting a teenage girl and possessing class A indecent images of children.
Plans for 'world-class’ luxury hotel at beauty spot
NEW proposals for the Knoll House Hotel site at Studland could be submitted to Dorset Council before the end of the month.
Residents urged to celebrate World Cup safely across BCP
Residents are being urged to stay safe as excitement builds for the FIFA World Cup
Man arrested on suspicion of murder released a year later
A man who was arrested on suspicion of murder in 2025 has now been released following an "extensive investigation".
What's on in cinemas in Bournemouth and Poole this weekend
A science fiction film from an acclaimed director and a sing-along event for a popular animated film are among films shown in BCP cinemas this weekend.
Footway and signals trial on Wimborne bridge to end next week
Julian’s Bridge in Wimborne will reopen fully to two-way traffic on Thursday 18 June, earlier than planned, Dorset Council confirms.
Champion sausage roll-maker crowned in competition from Dorset restaurant
Rob Coulton, from Southbourne, took the top spot in the Ultimate Sausage Roll competition with his creation, dubbed ‘Bert’s Banger’, at Jenkins & Sons in Poole.
Family-owned independent brewery marks 249 years with day of celebration
Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) celebrated its 249th anniversary on June 8 with its annual Founder’s Day celebrations.
New hospital discharge carers pilot launched during Carers Week in Dorset
A new hospital pilot designed by Dorset Council and Help & Care to help identify carers earlier and has been launched at Dorset County Hospital in Dorset.
100-year-old care home resident to get his 'life-long' motorbike wish fulfilled
100-year-old care home resident, Gerald White, who lives at The Hayes in Sherborne, will get an 80-year-old wish to ride in a motorbike sidecar fulfilled.
Dorset cricket club chair one of 53 women recognised by national cricket board
Puddletown Cricket Club’s Charlotte Mandale was honoured by England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as part of The 53, a campaign celebrating women.
Dorset fire service support RLSS UK's Drowning Prevention week to promote safety
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is backing Drowning Prevention Week, led by the Royal Life Saving Society UK to promote water safety.
10-year-old artist from Dorset celebrates Royal Academy of Arts selection
Ayse, a Year 6 pupil from Twynham Primary School in Christchurch, has been selected for the online Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts in London.
Dorset pubs revamp breakfast menus following morning trade boom
A number of pubs across Dorset have completely revamped their breakfast menu after customer data showed a 25.9 percent rise in morning food sales over the past year.
Dorset museum to host collectable books sale next month
The second-hand bookshop at the Museum of East Dorset is holding a Collectable books sale. It takes place on July 11 from 10am – 4pm. Entry is free.
Wimborne care home resident celebrates 100th birthday thanks to skincare secret
Irene Mary Pickett, who lives at Care UK’s Magna care home, in Wimborne, celebrated her 100th birthday with her family and the Magna team.
Dorset CPRE seeking sponsorship to plant hundreds of trees in Dorset
Dorset CPRE is aiming to raise £7,000 to plant 250 trees in Dorset, including at Kingston Maurward, to mark the Campaign to Protect Rural England’s centenary.
Volunteers at Bournemouth care home making a meaningful difference every day
At Zetland Court in Bournemouth, part of the RMBI Care Co. group, volunteers help create a sense of warmth and connection through their support.
Skin clinic in Dorset celebrates five years of glowing results
Skin ID, the luxury skin clinic in Lilliput, Poole, celebrated its fifth birthday with a special anniversary evening for clients, friends and supporters
Dorset Police celebrates team of dedicated volunteers for their commitment
As part of Volunteers’ Week 2026, Dorset Police held a Police Support Volunteers award ceremony to recognise their volunteers who help keep communities safe.
Aston Martins and Ferraris among hypercars part of upcoming supercar event
Supercar enthusiasts can now get their first glimpse of the Prestige & Hypercar line-up for this year’s Beaulieu Supercar Weekend on August 1 and 2.
Dorset charity awarded vital grant from National Lottery Community Fund
MYTIME Young Carers has been awarded a vital grant from The National Lottery Community Fund, the UK’s largest community funder.
World-record mountaineer bringing Everest to Poole shopping centre this weekend
On June 13 and 14, the Nimsdai Foundation will take over the Dolphin Centre for its Never-Rest (Everest) Challenge in a bid to raise £55,000 for girls in Nepal.
First of its kind motion capture technology unveiled at Dorset university
Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) has officially become the first university in the UK to install a pioneering hybrid motion-capture system on campus.
Facebook and Instagram down as users report being logged out of accounts
Facebook, Instagram and Messenger users have reported widespread issues, with many unable to access accounts or load content during the outage.
Police launch 24/7 helpline Ask Damian to help residents fight fraud
A new 24/7 telephone service is offering round the clock support for Dorset residents in the fight against fraud.
Brits travelling to Spain warned of new rule change that could see them denied entry
The financial requirements for British nationals to enter Spain have changed in 2026 - see how.
Why you should never use public USB ports to charge your phone in new travel warning
Brits heading abroad this summer are being warned about a simple airport mistake that cybersecurity experts say could leave personal information vulnerable to criminals.
Everything you need to know about the new Wegovy weight loss pill
The drug, an oral version of Wegovy, has been licensed by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA)
Formula 1
Verstappen coy on Red Bull's Barcelona chances
Red Bull duo Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar believe "there are still so many unknowns for us" ahead of this weekend's Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, despite a recent improvement in performance.
Norris seeking ‘reassurances and confidence’ in Barcelona
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have outlined their objectives for this weekend’s Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Russell explains mindset going into Barcelona weekend
George Russell has explained how he is simply hoping for “normality” at this weekend’s Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, amid an up-and-down start to the 2026 season.
Leclerc shares update on brakes issue after Monaco retirement
A few days on from his dramatic retirement at his home race in Monaco, Charles Leclerc has shared an insight into how he is feeling about what happened.
Every F1 driver’s national team at the FIFA World Cup
We have drivers from all over the world on the F1 grid, but how many of their national teams are competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Rafael Camara takes second consecutive F2 pole in Barcelona
Rafael Câmara went back-to-back in FIA Formula 2 Qualifying, earning his second pole position of the season and topping the order in Barcelona.
F3: Nael makes it three in a row as he leads Campos 1-2
Théophile Nael narrowly beat Campos Racing team mate Ugo Ugochukwu to pole position in Barcelona – claiming his third consecutive P1 start of the season.
Norris tops the FP2 times in Barcelona
McLaren's Lando Norris finished fastest in Free Practice 2 ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, with just 0.057s covering the World Champion from Mercedes' George Russell and team mate Oscar Piastri.
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AS IT HAPPENED: Follow FP2 for the Barcelona-Catalunya GP
Live coverage of Friday's second Formula 1 practice session for the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix in Spain.
An expert guide to F1 in-race betting in Barcelona
When the lights go out in Barcelona, bettors will be watching closely to make accurate predictions in real-time.
What upgrades have each team brought to Barcelona?
F1.com delves into the various upgrades the grid's 11 teams are planning to introduce at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Russell fastest from Piastri and Leclerc in Barcelona FP1
Mercedes driver George Russell finished fastest in Free Practice 1 for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, beating McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc to the top spot in Spain.
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow FP1 for the Barcelona-Catalunya GP
Live coverage of Friday's first Formula 1 practice session for the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix in Spain.
Gasly regains Monaco GP podium after Right of Review
The outcome of a 'Right of Review' submitted by Alpine over the time penalties given to Pierre Gasly during the Monaco Grand Prix has been announced.
Windows Central
Major Microsoft Edge versions will now ship every two weeks: Microsoft confirms plans to ship new Edge features and changes twice a month
Microsoft has announced that Edge will be moving to a two-week release cycle for major versions of the browser, matching Chrome.
Gears of War: E-Day ranks among the top five “most covered, watched, and discussed games” of showcase season
New data from LevelUp reveals that Gears of War: E-Day ranked fifth among the most covered, watched, and discussed games of showcase season. The rankings also featured Spyro: A Realm Reborn, giving Xbox two franchises in the top 10.
Xbox's chief strategist considers using ads to "offer more affordable alternatives" for experiences — but says "The question is not 'Can we cram ads in everything?'" [UPDATED]
Xbox's chief strategist is considering ads that might help "keep our products affordable" and "fund outstanding work from our development teams."
“It is intentional” Microsoft says Windows 11’s broken folder icons are by design. Here's what's going on.
Microsoft changes folder customization behavior on Windows 11 and Windows 10, blocking untrusted desktop.ini files after the latest security update.
"We have no desire to move away from the console business": Xbox reaffirms Microsoft's commitment to console even as it plans to "get better" at PC, mobile
While Microsoft and Xbox plan to explore other platforms, it says it needs to "shore up the platform we have," and vows it won't "move away" from consoles.
I just started Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and I already see why everyone gets a flight stick for it — so here's what I'm getting and why
I've just got into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and it's already clear how much value even a budget flight stick is to the experience. Here's what I'm getting and why.
A 120Hz 4K OLED monitor with speakers this good shouldn't exist, but Dell actually pulled it off — then added a tempting discount
Dell is offering a limited-time 38% discount on its 32 Plus 4K QD-OLED Monitor (S3225QC), which we gave a glowing review for its immaculate 4K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and excellent built-in soundbar.
Microsoft refuses to add this File Explorer feature, so the Files app stepped up
An update to the Files app adds a clever button to view the size of folders on demand without eating up your PC's resources.
The wait for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 just got a little bit shorter as early access to the campaign becomes a preorder bonus
Infinity Ward announces campaign early access for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, starting on October 16 for those who digitally preorder the game.
Microsoft Flight Simulator fans are getting all-new flight stick and yoke options from Thrustmaster, made for beginners and pros
Thrustmaster just unveiled all-new accessories at Flight Sim Expo in Minnesota, compatible with Microsoft Flight Simulator on Xbox, PC, and now PS5.
"It was an emergency acquisition": Former Destiny 2 dev says if Sony didn't buy Bungie, the studio would have been "very close to shutting its doors"
Ex-Destiny 2 developer says Sony buying Bungie may have saved the studio from closing down, and that the merger was an "emergency acquisition."
GPUs are still shipping at a frantic rate despite market pressure — I didn't expect Intel to post the only growth
New findings from Jon Peddie Research indicate that GPU shipments held strong in Q1 2026, but there's more to the story than just a flat market.
This RTX 5070 Alienware laptop is perfect for everything announced at Summer Game Fest — especially at this price
Dell is offering a 27% discount on the Alienware 16X Aurora (AC16251), a high-end gaming laptop we rated highly for its strong performance when running games, top-notch thermals to keep it cool, and an attractive yet durable design.
Spotify cares so little about Windows 11 the controversial disco ball icon came and went without ever touching a PC
Spotify has officially killed off its widely disliked 3D disco ball app logo. But if you only stream music on a PC, you never even knew it existed.
Anthropic's new data retention policies cause Microsoft to temporarily ban its employees from using Claude Fable 5 AI
Microsoft clamps down on Anthropic’s Claude Fable 5 over data protection concerns.
Nintendo wanted to block Palworld — now it faces a 0% chance and a measly $30K payout
Palworld 1.0 is set for a massive launch on July 10, while Nintendo’s legal case reaches an anti-climactic end
This Windows 11 taskbar alternative is my new favorite — GroDock is the ultimate desktop productivity tool with deep customization
The Windows 11 taskbar is simple and minimal, but that's not enough for a lot of users. I tried out GroDock as an alternative to the native implementation, and it's staying on my PC for good. Here's why.
Forza Horizon 6's save-wiping bug is finally being investigated: "Thank you for your patience while we work on a resolution"
Playground Games has finally provided an update on Forza Horizon 6's save-wiping bug. While a PC fix is already rolling out through Microsoft Gaming Services, Xbox players will require a system update, with Quick Resume currently identified as a potential contributor to the issue.
Inside Xbox's margin crush: A string of misses at Xbox Game Studios, misguided Game Pass decisions, and the memory rout at its core
Microsoft's gaming division is facing a margin crisis, although not in a vacuum. The entire industry is struggling to figure out a healthy path forward in a universe where memory has become scarce.
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A vixen is the female of which animal?
Fox.
Portable Radio
My friend told me he'd give me a portable radio that had no batteries. I think it's a wind up.