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Sacked Ukrainian defence minister calls for presidential election
Martial law has been in place in Ukraine since February 2022, under which elections are suspended.
Three dead after family get into difficulty in sea
A man, a woman and a teenage girl die, and a younger girl is in critical condition, after swimming off Shoreham on the Sussex coast.
'Everyone in for Christmas' - Burnham unveils rough sleeping plan
Rough sleepers in England will be offered housing, in a move likened to the “Everyone In” initiative during the pandemic.
Demand for degree apprenticeships quadruples in three years
The popularity of degree apprenticeships has grown as the cost of university has come under increased scrutiny.
French civil servant drugged us to make us urinate on ourselves, say accusers
More than 200 women accuse Christian Nègre of drugging them to make them urinate - two share their stories.
Camilla admits it was 'difficult' to keep King's cancer diagnosis a secret
In a video to mark the 30th anniversary of Maggie's cancer charity, Queen Camilla speaks about her husband's own diagnosis.
Scientists stunned by children's lung recovery in ultra low emission zone
Children's lung capacity caught up with their peers in less polluted areas once a clean air zone came in, a study shows.
Suspended Reform UK member vows to fight to remain in party
Tim Montgomerie says his appeal will be a test of whether the party can tolerate free speech.
Deaf patient given wrong jab due to sign language error, report says
An ombudsman report says disabled people are being let down by a lack of accessible communication methods.
US condemns 'unnecessary escalation' after Israeli airstrikes on Syrian airbase
Damascus called the attacks "an unjustified act of aggression" that imperilled regional security.
Families' agonising search for answers as thousands still missing in Gaza
Ten months after a ceasefire was declared, thousands of Palestinians in Gaza are still reported missing.
'Banned over a pair of £2 sandals': Why some sellers are complaining about Vinted
Several thousands of Vinted users say they have been wrongly suspended or permanently banned from the preloved app.
How one man gets new laws passed - again and again
Ron Bailey has been quietly changing the law for the past 40 years - how does he do it?
Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, US court hears
Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states started.
The Papers: 'Look at my husband' and 'Vlad plots revenge'
Queen Camilla's first remarks about the King's cancer journey are prominent across Wednesday's papers.
Tracking USS Lincoln's months-long mission as concerns about conditions grow
BBC Verify has used satellite imagery to monitor the warship on one of the longest ever US deployments.
Why has Russia threatened the UK and what happens next?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said London will continue "to support Ukraine 100%".
Witness gets combative in Tupac murder trial - 'I don't want to send him to prison'
The witness said he had little love for the man on trial for the rapper's murder, but refused to answer questions that he thought would send Duane "Keffe D" to prison.
Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada and says countries close to a deal
US President Donald Trump said he will delay imposing new tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods for three days as the countries firm up a trade deal.
Mobile payments on the rise but cash decline slows
Nine in 10 mobile wallet users have their debit card loaded as their default payment method, new data shows.
Burnham received £345,000 of donations ahead of becoming PM
The prime minister lists his financial interests for the first time since returning to Parliament.
South Korea shortens war games with US, citing Washington request
It comes after Trump announced plans to curtail joint military exercises with South Korea, citing a "very good" relationship with North Korea's Kim Jong Un.
Chinese robotics giant Unitree soars in stock market debut
Shares in the world's biggest humanoid robot maker started trading on Shanghai's Star market on Wednesday.
Join EU migration pact to tackle small boats, says Ed Davey
The Liberal Democrats say taking part in the scheme would "destroy the business model" of gangs arranging Channel crossings.
Track defect found on approach to site of Lewes derailment, initial report says
Initial findings from an RAIB investigation show an "irregularity" at the site near Lewes.
Thunderstorm warnings issued for parts of UK with flash flooding expected
Warnings for northern England, eastern Scotland and Northern Ireland will come into force later on Wednesday.
Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation
The five-year old Gaza girl initially survived the attack and pleaded for help but her body was recovered later with those of six of her relatives.
Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far
Hundreds have fallen ill with salmonella infections in an outbreak linked to imported eggs.
Tenders open for controversial West Bank settlement project, Israel announces
Israeli plans to build on the area east of Jerusalem - which would divide the occupied West Bank in two - have long been internationally condemned.
'Incredible': SpaceX rocket spotted off Christmas Island coast
A SpaceX rocket that blasted off from Texas in July and crashed into the Indian Ocean hadn't been seen since - but now Christmas Island residents say they have spotted it being towed just off their coast.
BBC presenter Emma Barnett reveals she 'had the hysterectomy I never wanted to have'
The BBC Radio 4 Today programme presenter explained her recent absence on her return on Wednesday.
Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
Ukrainian man arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline blasts
The man is alleged to have been one of the scuba divers who planted explosives on the pipelines in 2022.
Jury discharged in Palestine Action Elbit raid trial
The jury at the Old Bailey is discharged after 37 hours of deliberations.
Jellyfish mesmerise in their own museum in Florida
The Jellyfish Museum in Pompano Beach is believed to be the first in the US dedicated entirely to the floating predators.
'I'm not sure who I am' - Bake Off winner in shock after bipolar diagnosis
Georgina Grasso said she is taking some time to understand bipolar disorder after receiving her diagnosis.
'Words cannot describe losing our home in Stourbridge wildfire'
Loxie and Robin Williams returned home on Thursday to find firefighters trying to save their home.
Why is Ukraine's ex-defence minister calling for wartime elections?
Mykhailo Fedorov has called for elections, without addressing concerns over how they could be held while at war.
Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisis
Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.
The US inmate convicted in 1950 who was spared execution eight times
Francis Smith was one of a growing number of elderly people who are incarcerated.
OpenAI slows down training after its AI carried out hack
The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place.
Snooker champion Dott told boy to stay out while in room with girl, jury told
A witness claimed that the former world champion became "quite angry" when the they walked in.
French civil servant drugged us to make us urinate on ourselves, say accusers
More than 200 women accuse Christian Nègre of drugging them to make them urinate - two share their stories.
Behaviour guidelines for life in UK published for asylum seekers
The nine-page booklet covers issues including respect in public, sex and consent, and gender equality.
Christian metal band Demon Hunter sue Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters
The band say they face "an existential crisis" after the success of the K-pop-inspired Netflix film.
81,000 warning letters sent to crypto holders in HMRC tax crackdown
According to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request the number of letters sent has almost tripled since 2024.
Bournemouth Echo
Inside the deadly Hampshire 'spy school' that inspired a Guy Ritchie movie
Dramatic true story of Beaulieu Estate in the New Forest, which served as a top-secret training ground for WWII spies learning ungentlemanly warfare.
Christmas lights to return to Bournemouth after £60,000 funding approved
Christmas lights will return to four areas of Bournemouth this year after the town council approved nearly £60,000 in funding
Jesmond Wood site in Christchurch to be sold at public auction with £750k guide price
A piece of land in Christchurch which is at the centre of a long-running development dispute is up for sale at a public auction
Poole man caught carrying pepper spray - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Christchurch salon team named third best in UK at national awards
A hair salon team from Christchurch is celebrating after scooping national awards at a major industry event.
Fire service receives more than 2,000 calls in one week amid wildfire outbreak
The fire service received more than 2,000 calls in a week after a major incident was declared in the New Forest, where three fires were believed to have been started deliberately.
Missing passport halts travel plans for Bournemouth family
A missing passport has put travel plans on hold for a family living in Bournemouth.
Wind farm tycoon caught with child abuse images after asking shop to wipe hard drive
A wind farm tycoon was exposed for having child porn after he went into a Bournemouth computer repair shop and asked them to wipe his hard drives.
Infant school suffers thousands of pounds of damage after three break-ins
A Poole infant school has seen three break-ins in the space of a week, leaving classrooms vandalised and supplies destroyed.
Wrecked 16th century Priest’s House on wildlife reserve is to be renovated
A WRECKED 16th century Priest’s House on a Dorset wildlife reserve is to be renovated.
Bournemouth vet launches a new pet healthcare plan with unlimited consultations
Local vet launches a pet healthcare plan with unlimited vet visits and no exclusions for long-term health conditions
Bournemouth and Poole firework displays cancelled
Firework displays in Bournemouth and Poole have been cancelled due to an elevated risk of wildfires
Bournemouth canoe sprinter to race for Great Britain on international stage
A Bournemouth canoe sprinter is taking life a day at a time to be a better father, businessman, and athlete as he prepares to race for Great Britain.
Two men arrested after early hours assault in Bournemouth town centre
Dorset Police are appealing for a potential assault victim to come forward following a reported attack in Bournemouth.
A31 closure continues for 11th day as rain brings 'welcome help' to firefighters
The A31 remains closed for an 11th day after a van fire spread to nearby heathland on August 9.
Report reveals BCP neighbourhoods with the biggest changes in property prices
A new report has revealed the neighbourhoods across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole (BCP) with the biggest changes in property prices
Bournemouth Water calls on their customers to reduce their water usage
Bournemouth Water is asking customers to use water wisely by making small water-saving changes at home.
Poole gears up for the return of popular Seafood & Sounds Festival next month
A celebration of seafood, music, and maritime heritage is set to return as Seafood & Sounds festival will take place in Poole on September 12 and September 13
Bournemouth MP welcomes free 24/7 bus travel for eligible disabled people
Tom Hayes MP has welcomed new Government action to give eligible disabled people across England free bus travel 24/7 from April 1, 2027.
Vikki Slade MP welcomes scrapping of disabled bus pass restrictions
Vikki Slade, MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, has welcomed the Government’s decision to scrap time restrictions on disabled people’s bus passes
Historic First World War Indian Army exhibition finds new home at MP's office
A new exhibition is shining a light on the forgotten history of Indian Army soldiers cared for in Bournemouth during the First World War
Van stolen from driveway after keys taken from property
A van was stolen from a driveway after the thief stole the keys from inside the house.
Fire service issues update on when A31 will reopen after large heathland fire
It has been confirmed that the A31 will remain closed for the following few days, as road repairs continue.
Police reveal number of arrests made at Boomtown 2026 including two for rape
Boomtown 2026 saw a high number of drug arrests and three people arrested for rape across the festival.
Savers store in Bournemouth town centre given permission to sell alcohol
A Savers store in Bournemouth town centre has been allowed to sell alcohol despite concerns about an increase in anti-social behaviour
Satellite images show huge damage caused by New Forest fire
Satellite images taken from space have revealed the extent of the damage caused by the New Forest wildfire after the major blaze raged for 10 days.
Plans for self-storage containers on vacant site near Twin Sails Bridge
An application has been submitted to use a vacant site at the edge of Poole town centre
Fast-food restaurant wants to stay open until 4am
A fast-food venue's bid to open until 4am has sparked concerns additional crime and anti-social behaviour
Plan submitted to build bungalow in back garden of house
A plan has been submitted to build a bungalow at the back of a house in Bournemouth
'We just want to make sure you are OK' - man missing since Tuesday evening
A 31-year-old man last seen on Tuesday evening in Hamworthy has been reported missing.
Boscombe property with links to crime closed due to impact on community
A property has been shut down following reports of drug use, anti-social behaviour and other criminal activity.
Amazon millionaire in row over neighbour’s ‘unauthorised’ balcony
An Amazon millionaire is embroiled in a privacy row with her neighbour after he built a balcony overlooking her garden without permission.
Health centre in Winton opens after £1.9 million investment
A long-awaited health centre has opened, bringing NHS services and modern facilities back to the heart of a community
Dorset firefighters hit back at national wildfire alert critics
Wiltshire firefighters have hit back at criticism of a national emergency alert warning about wildfires.
'Devastating' New Forest split plan opposed by 30k residents
A petition opposing plans to divide the New Forest has reached 30,000 signatures.
Damage to specialist disabled toilet in Bournemouth cost nearly £6,000
Nearly £6,000 of damage was caused to a specialist toilet for people with severe disabilities in Bournemouth town centre
Boat catches fire before sinking in early hours
A boat caught fire and later sank off the coast in the early hours of the morning.
Girl, 13, reported missing has been found
A missing 13-year-old girl has been found.
£2.8m country house with tennis court in exclusive New Forest estate for sale
An exclusive Hampshire country house set in eight and a half acres in one of the New Forest's most sought-after enclaves could be yours for £2.8 million.
'Painful' A31 closure hits traders hard but New Forest still open for business
Traders hit hard by the 'painful' ongoing closure of the A31 road following a major fire say the New Forest is still open for business.
‘Apocalyptic’ aftermath captured as crews work reopen A31
Drone footage shows crews working to reopen the “apocalyptic” A31 after a wildfire in the New Forest
Cult film season celebrating youth culture coming to Poole venue from next month
This autumn, Lighthouse Poole prepares to RIP IT UP, exploring and celebrating the changing face of youth rebellion, culture and expression in the UK.
Dorset volunteer recognised for his contributions to disability football
Chris King, founder of Jurassic Chargers FC, was named New Volunteer of the Year at the England Football Grassroots Football Awards
New careers guide highlights opportunities for school leavers in the South West
School leavers in the South West are being encouraged to consider careers in the building materials supply sector
New tinnitus support group to hold first meeting at Poole care home tonight
The Poole Tinnitus Support Group will hold its first meeting tonight, Wednesday, August 19, at Upton Bay Care Home in Poole
Candid Divorce Lawyer column: 'Can I stop my ex from seeing the children?'
If you asked me to name the three questions every family solicitor hears most, they would be: “Can I force my ex out of the house?”, “Can I keep my pension because I earnt it?”, and, my personal favourite, “Can I stop my ex from seeing the children?”
Care software company in Bournemouth secures strategic growth investment
Bournemouth-based Nourish Care, a leading provider of software for the UK social and community care sector, has received strategic growth investment from Hg
Bournemouth music shop to host mini-festival showcasing original talent
A mini-festival is set to showcase the original talents of Bournemouth’s music scene later this month.
Dorset author to publish biography about lesser-known Elizabethan privateer
The Queen's Pirate: The Triumphant Life and Tragic End of Thomas Cavendish, Elizabethan Privateer, by Iain Gateley, uncovers the life of Thomas Cavendish.
Letter: 'The product of nanny state and socialism'
Do you enjoy having a bet? I did, but in recent times both Corals in Broadstone, and Ladbrokes on Canford Heath have closed.
New planning framework strengthens protections for children’s play opportunities
Tom Hayes MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Play, has welcomed changes that protect playgrounds in planning policy.
Santa approves earlier-than-ever bookings for Winter Wonderland experiences
Stewarts Garden Centres will begin selling tickets for its Santa’s Winter Wonderland on September 1, giving families more time to plan their festive visit.
Youth training charity in Dorset awarded National Lottery grant of £15,000
Poole Sea Cadets awarded a £15,000 National Lottery grant to help sustain youth training and community engagement across Poole and the surrounding area.
Family matters as poet bangs the drum for Sanctuary space at Poole venue
Antosh Wojcik is developing Suburban Locust, a show combining drums and sound design, during the Sanctuary artist development residency at Lighthouse Poole.
Poole's iconic lava lamp maker backs clearer labelling for British-made goods
Mathmos, based in Poole and known for inventing the lava lamp, supports the idea that shoppers should be able to easily identify products made in the UK.
Formula 1
5 drivers most likely to win the Dutch Grand Prix
We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers expect to win at Circuit Zandvoort.
Why Lawson’s Red Bull call-up is such a huge opportunity
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto takes a look at Red Bull’s decision to give Liam Lawson another chance, with Yuki Tsunoda also set to return to the grid in Zandvoort.
Who is the latest Brazilian prodigy eyeing a place in F1?
Find out all you need to know about Rafael Camara, the Ferrari junior fighting to join the F1 grid in the near future.
What are the F1 Fantasy strategies for the Dutch GP?
Formula 1 returns from the summer break with a Sprint weekend in Zandvoort and an extra scoring session. Who deserves a place in your line-up?
Hill opens up on ‘psychological battle’ to beat Schumacher
Damon Hill has looked back on how he mentally prepared for his journey to the 1996 Drivers’ Championship.
Madring circuit shares new photos ahead of Madrid’s maiden GP
Ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix in September, new photos have revealed the preparations being carried out at the Madring circuit in Madrid for its first Grand Prix.
How to stream the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix on F1 TV Premium
Here is all the information you need to follow the Dutch Grand Prix weekend live on F1 TV.
How Mercedes’ 2026 season has played out so far
To round out our series of half term reports, let’s take a look at Mercedes’ highs and lows from this season.
Why Sainz has put his faith in Williams once again
Lawrence Barretto dissects the thinking behind Carlos Sainz's decision to stay at Williams.
Sainz agrees new contract with Williams
One day on from the news that Alex Albon had extended his stay with Williams, Carlos Sainz has also agreed a new contract with the team.
Piastri sets clear target for second half of the season
Oscar Piastri has identified what he wants to achieve over the remaining rounds of the 2026 season with McLaren.
Windows Central
On This Day in 2015, Xbox laid out a “games everywhere” strategy that sounded ambitious — but it ended up defining the next 11 years of the brand
Back on August 13, 2015, Xbox was still rebuilding its identity after the Xbox One fallout, and Phil Spencer was laying out a bold plan: a future where Xbox wasn’t defined by hardware, but by an ecosystem that followed players everywhere. The idea sounded ambitious at the time — cross‑platform libraries, unified services, and a Windows‑powered backbone tying console and PC together. It was a pitch that felt more aspirational than achievable, especially in an era when platform walls were still high and mobile was eating the world.
The future of id Software — alumni from the legendary DOOM studio speaks on its future with Xbox. The good, and the bad.
Recently, we spoke to id Software alumni on the studio's present and future, as Xbox layoffs upend the legendary studio known for popularizing an entire genre.
Is Microsoft Defender crashing on your PC? A bad update is breaking scans
A recent update breaks Full and Quick Scans in Microsoft Defender, but a new security intelligence patch fixes the problem.
I tried GeForce NOW on Firefox as NVIDIA and Mozilla team up for 1440p at 120 FPS — Yeah, it's still the best for cloud gaming.
GeForce NOW adds official Firefox support, with up to 1440p/120 FPS cloud gaming available to anyone who subscribes to NVIDIA's paid tiers.
Apple's leaked AirPods Ultra already have competition — Razer's Motoko is a PC gaming headset with built-in cameras, and it's no longer just a concept
Razer unveiled a concept device at CES 2026 called Project Motoko. It's a gaming headset with built-in cameras that feed AI with information, and Razer envisions you using it for nearly every part of daily life. Privacy concerns aside, who's going to wear a gaming headset all day?
Windows 11 will soon let you block camera and mic access for any individual desktop app
You will soon be able to stop individual Win32 desktop apps from accessing your camera and microphone in Windows 11.
Everything you need to head back to school with a new Dell PC is here — fast Windows laptops with essential accessories on sale
Back‑to‑school Dell deals are offering the bargain new XPS 13 laptop, along with essential accessories, and standout value for students.
Laffgaff
What is the text of an opera called?
Libretto.
Bathroom Showroom
Did you hear about the explosion at the bathroom showroom? Authorities are warning residents to expect scattered showers.
Itsfoss
Book Review: The Ultimate AI Guide for Linux Engineers
A book specifically written for seasoned Linux professionals so that they can use AI effectively and safely in their workflow.
Murena Just Made The Fairphone (Gen. 6) Better!
A new variant of the modular smartphone now offers 12GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 upgrade.