BBC News
People smuggler convicted in France now seeking asylum in UK, BBC discovers
Once described as "the godfather" of French migrant camps, he has been working in an English village.
At least 10 killed in large-scale Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv
Russia launched its biggest strikes on the city in weeks with children among the "significant number" of casualties, Ukrainian officials say.
'Two weeks after her death I got a call': Gaza patients face agonising delays for evacuation
An estimated 300 Palestinians referred for treatment abroad have died since the ceasefire began, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.
More than 300 arrests in crackdown on illegal trade and organised immigration crime
The National Police Chiefs' Council says said the five-day operation led to hundreds of arrests and seizures of more than £1m in cash.
Aunt of Venezuelan boy pulled from rubble tells BBC she will give him 'mother's warmth'
Kleiber Moran, 2, was rescued on Wednesday, six days after last week's deadly earthquakes.
'I spent $6,000 on a World Cup trip but was left stranded at the gate'
Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute.
Turkish police beat us with iron rods before we lost limbs to frostbite, Afghans say
The young migrants heading to Europe say they were stripped and had their hands tied in freezing temperatures.
Don't expect trackers to save your stolen car, experts say
Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.
Teenage boy injured after shooting in Birmingham
The boy was taken to hospital to be treated for "potentially life-threatening" gunshot injuries, police said in a statement.
Watch: Couple scale Empire State Building, get engaged and are arrested
The two were atop the 1,454 ft (443m) building for at least ten minutes and displayed a large banner before climbing down.
Watch: Fans react to tense World Cup game
England Captain Harry Kane rescued England from a major upset, with two late goals, after DR Congo took an early lead.
From Truman's pension to Trump's billions - a White House windfall unmatched by any president
Historians say Trump's $2.2bn income last year is unprecedented and blurs the line on conflicts of interest.
Apple butter, sightseeing and puppets: How UK is marking US independence milestone
As America turns 250 years old, people across the pond are running events of their own to mark the big breakup.
As Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prepare to tie the knot, we look back at their relationship
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.
Diesel sees biggest monthly fall in 26 years. What's happening to fuel prices?
When the US-Israel war with Iran began, fuel costs jumped, but they are now plummeting as hope of lasting peace grows.
Banned by Beijing, this comedian is taking his act to Chinese speakers abroad
Chizi, one of China’s biggest stand-up comedians, has found a new stage after falling afoul of China's censors.
'Kane to the rescue' and 'defence black hole triples'
England Captain Harry Kane's World Cup goals against DR Congo dominate Thursday's front pages.
How a man's fatal fall at a fort in India sparked a trial by media
A young woman's arrest after her fiance's death has dominated headlines and set off a flurry of speculation.
Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticised what she called a missing £5bn in the defence investment plan.
Burnham calls for grooming gang ringleader to be deported
The Labour leadership hopeful says he will "ask the home and foreign secretaries to review all possible options".
Judge 'wrong' to spare boy rapists from custody, court told
Three teenage boys convicted of rape should have been detained, the Court of Appeal hears.
Greek politician's mother dies of wounds after arson attack
Three separate attacks involving petrol bombs and other improvised devices took place in Thessaloniki in the early hours of Wednesday.
Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years
Lloyds says it remains committed to the town of Halifax and very little will change for customers.
Lethal Weapon actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
The four-time Emmy winner said his movements, speech and memories have slowed since receiving his diagnosis.
Married at First Sight UK star arrested on suspicion of rape
It follows a BBC Panorama investigation, broadcast in May, into the hit Channel 4 reality TV show.
Boys who raped teen girls given custodial sentences
Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences.
Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match
The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.
Labour failed to prepare for power, admits PM's former top aide
In his first-ever interview, Morgan McSweeney tells the BBC the party did not deliver quickly enough in office.
Survivor pulled from rubble eight days after Venezuela earthquakes
Hernán Gil was trapped under a collapsed multi-storey car park, and encouraged them as they inched closer to him.
Watch: Kate gives out tickets and meets public in surprise Wimbledon visit
After greeting queuing fans and handing out tickets to attendees, the princess took a seat on court 18.
Gary Glitter charged with historical sexual offences
The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August.
'The shame is not yours': Starmer apologises for state's role in forced adoptions
The practice saw thousands of babies taken from their mothers between 1949 and 1976.
WHO says Hantavirus outbreak linked to ship is over
The World Health Organization's director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May.
Zoo describes horror when boy attacked by crocodile
The Johnsons, who own the site, say staff responded to the incident "within minutes".
Exam board sorry for delay to Sats results in England
One school leaders' union says it now wants "cast-iron assurances" the final results will be accurate.
How do you handle World Cup drama? Take our quiz to find out
Super fan or nervous wreck? Find your World Cup style with this test
Madonna's Confessions II is finally here - but is it worth the 21-year wait?
The pop star's 15th album starts on the dancefloor, but ends with deep personal revelations.
'I spent $6,000 on a World Cup trip but was left stranded at the gate'
Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute.
Watch: BBC at site of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv flats
Sarah Rainsford reports from the completely destroyed nine-storey block of flats in Ukraine's capital.
'Two weeks after her death I got a call': Gaza patients face agonising delays for evacuation
An estimated 300 Palestinians referred for treatment abroad have died since the ceasefire began, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.
Lisa Faulkner reveals she's 'all clear' after breast cancer diagnosis
The actress, presenter and food writer says she had a 'big op' but was 'feeling so much better'.
Taxi driver who fled Southport attack has licence stripped
Gary Poland did not call 999 for 50 minutes after hearing the screams of children fleeing the attack.
Maddy Cusack's coach her 'nemesis', mum tells inquest
Cusack would still be alive if the coach of the women's team had not been employed, her mother says.
Politician's call for rabbit owner training courses labelled 'hare-brained'
Mike Hedges said people should be restricted from being owners until "they understand the needs of rabbits".
Support floods in for influencer Nara Smith after daughter's cancer diagnosis
In an emotional video, Nara Smith reveals toddler Whimsy Lou was diagnosed with cancer late last year.
'My son won't wash the dishes - but he rescued a family from a fire'
Mohsin Qayyum and Mohammed Yusuf Iqbal were driving past house in Leeds when they spotted the fire.
Bournemouth Echo
"Beehive" of work as Vitality Stadium project on schedule so far
The Cherries’ redevelopment of the Vitality Stadium is on schedule so far, with “projects within the project” well underway, Jim Frevola said.
Coroner criticises ‘extraordinary’ decision in death of New Forest cruise passenger
A driver of a lorry that crushed a British pensioner while she was on a cruise excursion escaped prosecution because the collision did not occur on a public road, an inquest has heard.
Mysterious insect lost to the New Forest and a chance to bring it home
By the 1980s, this unique acoustic experience was rapidly fading from our local soundscape.
Sex shop gets support from community as it seeks to renew its licence
A Bournemouth sex shop has applied to extend its licence amid community support
Sandbanks Ferry scraps plan to impose expiry date on paper tickets after backlash
Residents have claimed victory after the Sandbanks Ferry scrapped plans to put an expiry date on pre-bought paper tickets following a backlash from customers.
RAF aircraft set to be relocated at Bournemouth Airport
RAF aircraft including the A400 Atlas and C-17 Globemaster are set to be temporarily relocated to Bournemouth Airport.
Dozens arrested and drugs seized in week long south west police crackdown
A week long, multi-force drugs crackdown across the South West which included Dorset, has led to dozens of arrests, drug and cash seizures and safeguarding of vulnerable people as part of Operation Scorpion.
I tried the 'unbeatable' £25 breakfast that only two people have finished so far
I challenged myself to eat one of the biggest breakfasts in BCP in one sitting and I left with a full stomach and an empty dream.
Detention ‘only appropriate sentence’ for teenage rapists, Court of Appeal told
Detention was the "only appropriate sentence" for three teenage boys spared custody for raping two girls, the Court of Appeal has been told.
Cherries couple quickly becoming lucky charm for England after latest victory
A flag on display at England’s World Cup round-of-32 victory over DR Congo in Atlanta may have caught the attention of eagle-eyed Cherries fans.
Major high street retail chain to close 150 UK stores as part of 'restructuring' plan
TG Jones is set to close around 150 stores across the UK after the High Court approved a major restructuring plan on Wednesday (July 1).
Two Fordingbridge rapists sentenced to four years’ detention by Court of Appeal
Two 15-year-old boys who were spared custody for the rape of two girls in Fordingbridge have been sentenced to four years’ detention after the Court of Appeal ruled their sentences were “unduly lenient”.
Inquiry ordered into major housing scheme after fire risk warning
A public inquiry has been ordered into a controversial housing scheme amid warnings that any homes hit by fire could be left to burn
Weymouth-born crooner returns to Dorset for free summer concert tour
Weymouth-born swing singer Tony Lowe is returning from Belgium for a series of free concerts across Dorset this summer
Bournemouth pubs can stay open until 5am for England vs Mexico World Cup game
Pubs will be allowed to stay open later for England’s World Cup match.
Top judge slams 'fundamental errors' in CPS press release on Fordingbridge rape case
The most senior judge in England and Wales has criticised the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) over “fundamental errors” in a press release concerning the sentencing of three boys who were spared custody for the rape of two girls in Fordingbridge
Bournemouth MP helps students scrub away graffiti from Boscombe underpass
Graffiti has been scrubbed away from a Boscombe underpass by students as part of community projects carried out by students from St Peter's School.
Winning EuroMillions ticket worth more than £58,000 unclaimed in Dorset
The search is on to find the owner of a winning EuroMillions ticket worth £58,409.30 bought in the Unitary Council Area of Dorset.
Young people invited by Jessica Toale to apply for free politics summer school
Jessica Toale is inviting young people aged 16 to 19 to apply for this year's Politics Summer School, taking place on August 24-25 at Bournemouth University
Two-day event raises more than £6k for cancer charity
A charity auction has helped raise more than £6,000 in support of young people living beyond cancer.
New Forest artist named double finalist in UK Small Business Awards
A New Forest artist has been named a double finalist in this year’s UK Small Business Awards.
Zoo speaks out on 'one of the most distressing incidents' in its history
A zoo where a three-year-old boy was seriously injured after he was thrown into a crocodile enclosure has broken its silence.
Gary Glitter charged with historic child sex offences after Dorset release
Former pop star Gary Glitter has been charged with four sexual offences against a girl dating back to 1978, after being released from a Dorset prison three years ago.
Suspicious death - woman's body "was found in shed"
Dorset Police are investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Bournemouth whose body "was found in shed"
CCTV appeal after £700 of items taken from vehicle and victim's card used
Officers investigating a theft and fraudulent use of a bank card are issuing CCTV images of a man they would like to identify.
Man racially abuses women in an inflatable boat after tipping them into the sea
Three males approached two women in an inflatable boat and tipped them into the sea before one of the males racially abused them.
Police issue update on death of woman in West Howe
The body of a woman who was found at a property in Bournemouth is now being treated as "suspicious" by Police.
Greggs staff threatened and assaulted by customer who also took items without paying
A man entered a Greggs store and took items from the counter without paying and assaulted and threatened staff members.
Man 'suspiciously' visited the same property over four times in one hour
A man who was acting suspiciously and revisited the same property four times in one hour is being sought out by Police.
Pedestrian seriously injured after being hit by a car
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being hit by a car in Wareham.
Lymington resident reaches final of Shed of the Year competition
An imaginative shed has earned a spot among the country’s most creative garden buildings.
Police investigation into woman's death now being treated as "suspicious"
Police remain in Paddington Grove following death of woman Floral tributes have been left for the deceased Updates as we get them Email newsdesk@bournemouthecho.co.uk
Next of Kin appeal for a woman in her eighties died at home in Poole
A woman in her eighties died at her home in Poole and the coroner for Dorset is seeking her next of kin.
Bournemouth Beach named one of the best-value seaside escapes in the UK
Bournemouth has been named one of the most affordable seaside escapes for a day trip from London, with an average return train fare of £30.80 from the capital.
Aspire Life team to climb Mount Kilimanjaro next year in support of Dorset Mind
Staff from Aspire Life will take on Mount Kilimanjaro in February 2027 as part of a £20,000 fundraising campaign for Dorset Mind.
Popular Poole veterinary practice doubles in size as demand for pet care grows
Poole Holes Bay Vets for Pets has doubled the size of the practice to support the growing needs of pets and their owners across Poole.
New CEO of Citizens Advice in East Dorset & Purbeck calling for new trustees
Citizens Advice in East Dorset & Purbeck’s new CEO has launched a Trustee recruitment campaign to help shape the future of the organisation.
Operation tackling fly-tipping and vehicle crime carried out in the New Forest
A multi-agency operation, Operating Wolf, tackling fly-tipping and vehicle crime saw 40 vehicles stopped and checked in New Milton.
Dorset nursery expands provision to welcome babies from six months old
From this month, Greenwood at Yarrells Nursery in Upton will welcome babies from six months old for the first time, with the opening of a brand new Baby Unit.
Choral gala concert at Dorset venue to pay tribute to RNLI lifeguards next week
Bournemouth Symphony Chorus and Bath Minerva Choir will perform at Lighthouse Poole on July 11 to mark the 25th anniversary of RNLI Lifeguards.
Dorset County Hospital emergency and medical care rated ‘good’ by CQC
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated urgent and emergency care, and medical care, at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) as ‘good’ following an inspection.
Christchurch filmmaker captures a lifetime of memories with hospice volunteer
Forest Holme Hospice Charity volunteer Tiff Watson has shared her personal journey through a life story video created by Christchurch filmmaker Emma Trim.
Arts University Bournemouth commits to Real Living Wage, trade union says
Workers at Arts University Bournemouth will receive at least the Real Living Wage from next month
Latest Ferndown Fete on the Field hailed as 'Best Ever' by members of the public
The latest Ferndown Fete on the Field has been described as the “Best Ever “ by Sponsors, Participants and Members of the Public.
Special parent and baby film screening to come to Lighthouse Poole next week
On July 9, Lighthouse Poole will host a special parent and baby screening of the hit film The Sheep Detectives, starring Hugh Jackman and Emma Thompson.
Specialist school and college in Ringwood celebrating 75 years of community
The Sheiling Ringwood Specialist School and College are celebrating 75 years of education, care and community, and held a public event that raised £13,175.
UK's wildest and most entertaining beach event returns to Dorset this month
Dogs will ride waves, chase glory, and compete for the title as the UK Dog Surfing Championships returns this summer on June 26 at Branksome Dene Chine Beach
Bournemouth's ‘Candid Divorce Lawyer’ hits 10K milestone with pioneering podcast
The Candid Divorce Lawyer, hosted by Trethowans’ Family Law Partner Kimberley Davies, has surpassed 10,000 streams and downloads.
From Slop Pond to Highcliffe: new exhibition reveals town's transformation
Highcliffe Castle is now hosting an exhibition detailing the transformation of the town from a hamlet known as Slop Pond to the vibrant seaside town it is today
Public asked to help name Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance's newest helicopter
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (DSAA) is asking the public to name its new, lifesaving helicopter. Entries close on August 25.
Safeguard Community Support: 'People should judge us by what we do'
Safeguard Community Support's latest column for the Daily Echo.
Government
Medical Services (Rural Areas) Bill
A Bill to require the Secretary of State to prepare a strategy for expanding the provision of Minor Injuries Units and Urgent Treatment Centres in rural areas; to require the Secretary of State to report to Parliament annually on the implementation of the strategy; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
How every Silverstone corner got its name
As F1 prepares for the 2026 British Grand Prix this weekend, we explore the origins of the corner names at one of the calendar’s most historic tracks.
Hamilton on Silverstone hopes after Austria ‘reality check’
Lewis Hamilton has been looking ahead to what might be possible at his home event, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone – a track at which he has experienced record-breaking success.
9 memorable moments from past British Grands Prix
There have been plenty of memorable off-track moments at Silverstone – here are some of the most viral from previous Grands Prix.
Lindblad on his hopes and helmet for ‘special’ home race
Arvid Lindblad will take part in his first home race as an F1 driver at this weekend’s British Grand Prix.
Why Bearman is ‘not surprised’ Haas have been overtaken by rivals
Haas have faced some tricky weekends of late, with Ollie Bearman admitting that there is a reason why the squad have fallen behind their competitors.
Norris responds to reports linking Verstappen with McLaren
Lando Norris has shared his thoughts after reports emerged that Max Verstappen’s management have held discussions with McLaren.
F1 ACADEMY storylines to watch out for at Silverstone
History awaits as F1 ACADEMY is set for a landmark weekend, with the all-female series racing at Silverstone for the first time.
Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the British Grand Prix
As F1 heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
Mansell on the British GP, Antonelli vs Russell and Hamilton
Nigel Mansell is one of the most successful British drivers in F1 history, having amassed 31 race wins, 59 podium finishes and a coveted world title across some 15 years in the sport, while representing the iconic Lotus, Williams, Ferrari and McLaren squads.
LIVE COVERAGE: Follow all the build-up ahead of Silverstone
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2026 British Grand Prix weekend.
Everything you need to know about Silverstone
F1 is back in action this weekend with the British Grand Prix. But how much do you know about Silverstone? F1.com has your all-in-one guide…
Windows Central
I thought Windows 11 broke GIFs, but the real reason was Google quietly pulling the plug on this service
Windows 11 emoji panel showing "GIF service is not available"? Here's why GIFs disappeared, how to fix the problem, and why results have changed.
New details emerge on Xbox 'Positron', Microsoft's disc-to-digital program — as it seems likely Xbox Helix will drop discs too
Xbox Helix is likely to be joining PlayStation 5 in dropping discs. A new report describes how Microsoft plans to mitigate the issue.
As American Truck Simulator leaves the USA for the first time, here are the locations you'll be driving to in British Columbia
American Truck Simulator is getting its first official DLC outside of the United States. These are the first cities in Canada we'll be driving to.
I didn't expect this: The game I'm thinking about the most after SGF is 'CONTROL Resonant' — Here's why, with hands-on impressions
As far as I know, this is the first time Remedy has strayed this far into melee-first combat. Unexpectedly, they absolutely nailed it. Control Resonant is shaping up to be something special.
No, Xbox's Obsidian studio ISN'T shutting down — new comments dispute closure claims
Fresh rumors suggested Xbox studio Obsidian Entertainment could be facing closure, but a report from Jason Schreier says the acclaimed developer is not in danger. The latest speculation comes amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding Xbox's restructuring and layoffs.
The FOMO is real as PC storage units are running dry thanks to the RAM Crisis — but this SSD with 14,900MB/s Read Speeds is still in stock and on sale
While Best Buy is having a 4th of July sale, that doesn't mean it won't discount items that aren't part of it. For example, the WD_Black SN8100 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD, which we gave a near-perfect rating, is currently on sale for 50% off for its 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB models.
Windows 11 hits a new PC gaming milestone on Steam with over 70% market share — Windows 10's time is running out
Steam's June 2026 Hardware Survey shows Windows 11 surpassing 70% market share among users, while Windows 10 continues to decline and Linux slips slightly despite remaining higher than a year ago.
"Piracy is the only extant form of media preservation": Sony killing discs just proved video game historians correct, and I worry about what's next
Sony's announcement of an end to physical discs for PlayStation has caused quite an uproar, and the frustration from video game historians is palpable. We're now entering a time when piracy is the only way to actually keep games around, despite a lot of work from major institutions, and that's a terrifying reality.
Microsoft Copilot OS revealed in LEAKED video: Lightweight Windows OS exploration features new desktop UI built entirely around Copilot and agentic AI
A leaked video from 2024 has revealed all about Microsoft's internal explorations for a Copilot OS running on a stripped back Windows codebase.
As Sony revokes digital licenses and Xbox hints at a discless future — I'm saying a sad farewell to physical software, midnight launches, and second-hand game savings
Physical games are fading as Sony pulls digital licenses and Xbox eyes a discless future, ending second‑hand savings and my happy memories of midnight launches.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword has bumped its release date to help it stand out in a stacked month of high-profile game releases
Capcom has announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword has changed its release date to September 4, 2026, instead of releasing in September 25, 2026, for consoles and PC.
The long-overdue sequel to the only RTS series I've ever enjoyed has a new gameplay demo — and I'm giddy with so much nostalgia, I feel like a kid again
The developers of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV have shown off an extended look at its gameplay through a 1v1 multiplayer match, showcasing its fast-paced and bloody RTS combat and the abilities of the Space Marine and Ork factions.
What does Xbox's Matthew Ball mean when he says "We are working very hard to rethink everything that we can about Helix"?
In a recent interview, Xbox Chief Strategy Officer said that the firm's next console "Helix" is being rethought. What exactly does he mean by this? Let's speculate, for funsies.
Laffgaff
Who was compelled by the Romans to help Jesus carry his cross, according to the Bible?
Simon of Cyrene.
Quantum Luggage
I took legal action once against someone who tried to copy my quantum luggage. It was an open and shut case.
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #26.27: Dev Mode in KDE Linux, Local AI, De-Google Android, Free Terminal Starter Course, KDE Step and More
To AI or not to AI, that is the intelligent question.
Sick of AI Slop, Former Microsoft Engineer Built a New, AI-less Notepad
A former Microsoft engineer who was behind Task Manager has built a fully working, 2.5KB Notepad clone that doesn't ship with slop.