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97-year-old woman rescued after Nepali floods looked like 'a warrior'
A 97-year-old woman, Guna Maya Bohara, survived the flash floods and was rescued using an excavator.
Footage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there
Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China.
Landlady to 9/11 hijackers reveals their links to alleged Saudi spy
A woman who rented out homes to two al-Qaeda members speaks publicly for the first time - to the BBC.
Close race as Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining EU
Turbulent international affairs have brought the vote forward, but the campaign has focused more on Iceland's vital fishing industry.
The race to stop England running out of water
Who is to blame for the summer drought, and can England future-proof its water supplies?
Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
Venezuelan interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy.
Somali piracy surges as the impact of the US-Iran war ripples outwards
Two ships were seized within four days last week raising to at least 13 the number attacked since January.
'It's destroying our town': Residents tell of concern after violent incidents near Middlesbrough
Residents near Middlesbrough have told the BBC of their concern after a spate of violent incidents in their area.
Mountain of broken fridges growing across England and Wales
This year's multiple heat waves have increased the numbers of fridges and freezers breaking down.
Satellite images reveal scale of flood devastation in Nepal villages
Before-and-after images show villages, bridges and a key Nepal-Tibet border crossing washed away by devastating floodwaters.
Videos show people survive floodwaters on balcony in Nepal
BBC Verify has located several videos from disaster-struck areas of the Trishuli river after deadly floods swept through.
Charli XCX electrifies Reading Festival with era-spanning set
The British singer and Irish rock band Fontaines DC both headlined the first night of Reading for 2026.
Sweetcorn ice creams and pastries: The latest 'swavoury' trend taking over your feed
From lattes to pastries, UK foodies are embracing the humble sweetcorn as more than a pizza topping.
How 'Book Queen' Dolly Parton inspired millions of children with gift of reading
Families across the globe share how free books from Parton's Imagination Library helped their children.
What tariffs will really cost Canadians and Americans
Households and businesses have become used to tariffs impacting the cost of living for more than year now, so what will change now?
How one of the 'most powerful hacks' to control stress actually works
We spoke to experts about how the breathing technique used by soldiers and influencers works.
'Healey to defer defence spend target' and 'Fergie's coming home'
Several papers focus on the UK defence spending targets and Chancellor John Healey's plans to shelve his target.
We helped create UK emergency alert system - but question how government is using it
Millions across England and Wales received a wildfire alert on their phones earlier this month, but it partly backfired.
What we know about the 33 British nationals missing in Nepal
Among those reported missing after deadly floods are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.
Wife of man who died after turbulence sues Singapore Airlines
Lawyers for Linda Kitchen say her husband was "fatally injured" after the flight dropped 6,000 ft.
Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos detained by ICE
The British citizen, who lives and works in the US, has supported Trump and ICE agents in the past.
I couldn't reach Wales' highest summit because people jumped the queue
Scores of visitors have climbed Yr Wyddfa this summer, with some facing long waits at the top.
Russia ramps up rhetoric but wants to avoid war with Nato, Western officials say
But they say Moscow will likely continue its "hybrid activity" against Nato members, short of direct military action.
BBC tracks one week of Israeli settler violence in occupied West Bank
The BBC's Lucy Williamson reports on settler attacks on Palestinians, which have been observed over the last week alone.
Disorder at balloon release for man who died in A66 car crash 'put lives at risk', MP says
Police now say they are not currently linking a deadly crash on the A66 to a fatal house fire.
At least 37 dead and hundreds evacuated after strike on Kyiv weapons depot
An investigation has begun into the storage of weapons for Ukraine's military near a residential area.
Christian festival 'devastated' as man dies after sign falls
Police say at least six other people were also injured in the incident at the Big Church Festival.
Cleverly quits shadow cabinet to run for London mayor
The capital is not set to vote on a new mayor until 2028.
Football fans pay tribute to crash death officers at Middlesbrough match
PC Matthew Blades and PC Tom Clough died in a head-on collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough.
Sarah Ferguson expected back in the UK 'shortly', source says
The former Duchess of York is renting a six-bed house in the Home Counties, reports say.
97-year-old woman rescued after Nepali floods looked like 'a warrior'
A 97-year-old woman, Guna Maya Bohara, survived the flash floods and was rescued using an excavator.
Footage of Tibet floods isn't being shown in China - and we know little about victims there
Some of the most dramatic footage from the deadly flash flooding is hidden from public view in China.
What we know about the 33 British nationals missing in Nepal
Among those reported missing after deadly floods are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.
Landlady to 9/11 hijackers reveals their links to alleged Saudi spy
A woman who rented out homes to two al-Qaeda members speaks publicly for the first time - to the BBC.
Burnham's summer tour is over - now he has to prove himself in Parliament
The imminent return of Parliament will put the new prime minister under real scrutiny, with MPs finally getting a chance to grill him.
Royal Navy warships track Russian vessels for three days in UK waters
HMS Duncan, HMS St Albans and HMS Severn used radars to monitor four vessels as they passed through the North Sea and English Channel last week.
Mum of Nottingham attacks victim backs calls to stop killers' early release
Emma Webber has joined more than 30 families in signing an open letter to the government.
Wales NHS gender surgeries paused for review into referral numbers
Data suggests "significantly higher" rates of referral for gender-affirming surgery compared with English services, according to the health board.
Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
Venezuelan interim president says the unusual agreement will help revive her country's economy.
Murder investigation after man found dead and child seriously injured
The incident happened in Lisnahull Road in Dungannon, County Tyrone.
How to get £2,000 to play computer games at university
Roehampton University offers students a year;y scholarship to play esports alongside their studies.
Man tracks down siblings who sent him Christmas present as he fled war 33 years ago
Dalibor Sentic was 10 when in the early 1990s his family fled Croatia for Sweden.
'Keep walking': 100-year-old still does mile a day
Peter Byers says he walks into Pocklington town centre "to make sure people know I'm still alive".
How a seaside town realised it needed public loos
Eastbourne Borough Council did not install the first public toilets for ladies until 1900.
Bournemouth Echo
Fans asked to join applause for Cherries devotee, mum and steward who died age 43
Tributes have been paid to a longstanding Cherries fan, mum and steward, with fans asked to join together for a minute’s applause in the 43rd minute of this Saturday’s game against Everton at her ‘happy place’, Dean Court.
Why millions flock to this quiet part of the Forest to find the world's fastest cars
Incredible history of the Beaulieu Motor Museum in Hampshire. Explore how a struggling New Forest estate became Britain's motoring heritage capital.
Algae removed from Poole lake following excessive bloom caused by hot weather
Algae is being removed from Poole Park Lake following an excessive bloom caused by recent hot weather
Four year driving ban for drug driver - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:
Customers still in the dark after bike shop closes suddenly
Primera Sports customers still waiting for answers over bikes left at closed shop
Tom Hayes MP: Illegal e-bikes and conversion kits should be classified as unsafe
Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes is urging the Government to take tougher action against illegal e-bikes and the conversion kits used to create them
Commoner named Young Environmental Champion for 2026
A commoner has been named Young Environmental Champion for 2026.
Coastguard respond to two people in inflatable boat reported in difficulty
A HM Coastguard rescue team in Dorset responded to reports of two people in an inflatable boat off Bournemouth Pier and a fishing boat to be in distress in the water.
Mayday alert from vessel off Dorset coast triggers triple emergency response
Mayday alert triggers triple emergency response from coastguard teams, a rescue helicopter and lifeboat crews following a reported a possible collision off of Hengistbury Head.
Family pull face at camera as they ignore warning and disturb protected nature site
Campaigners have warned of an increase in 'anti-social behaviour' at a Dorset wildlife reserve
UK steakhouse chain backed by celebrity chef to close with over 3,000 jobs lost
The chain of steakhouses, which has been backed by a celebrity TV chef, is to close all its restaurants immediately with 3,000 jobs lost.
'Free parking in Bournemouth wouldn't increase town centre visitors'
You could make every car park in Bournemouth free tomorrow. I’m not convinced it would increase visitors to the town centre.
RECAP - Weather, traffic and travel updates for bank holiday weekend
Latest weather, traffic and travel updates as heavy rain hits Dorset on bank holiday weekend.
Dorset food hygiene ratings - latest scores revealed for cafes and restaurants
The scores are in — the latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Dorset restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses have been revealed
Top names in food among guests at Lime Wood Book Club this autumn
Lime Wood Book Club returns this autumn with food figures including Rick Stein and Tom Parker Bowles.
Bournemouth and Poole College's new £37m building ready to welcome students
Bournemouth and Poole College’s new £37 million Compass Building, located on its Bournemouth campus, is set to welcome its first students on September 2.
Six Dorset pubs named among the best beer gardens in new national analysis
Six Dorset pubs feature among Britain’s leading beer gardens, with The Acorn Inn in Evershot taking the top spot in the county in a new national analysis
Southern Co-op stores in Dorset confirm August bank holiday opening hours
Southern Co-op has confirmed its Dorset stores will be open as usual throughout the August Bank Holiday weekend, including Monday 31st August.
Temporary road closures and parking restrictions to disrupt travel across Dorset
Dorset Council announces road closures, parking restrictions and footpath bans in Upton, Corfe Mullen, Spetisbury and Tarrant Keyneston for maintenance works.
Next of kin appeal issued by Coroner for 58-year-old man of no fixed abode
Dorset Coroner issues next of kin appeal for Keld William Buckeridge, 58, who died in Okeford Fitzpaine. Death not suspicious. Contact 01202 123900.
Dorset charity spending thousands of pounds to dispose of unsuitable donations
Dorset Blind Association urging the public to think carefully before donating, as it spends £2,500 every month disposing of goods that can't be sold or recycled
The changing face and enduring soul of veterinary medicine
“It's all changed since my day” is a phrase thrown around by pet owners and veterans of the profession alike.
Step inside a millionaire's Dorset country home with indoor pool and stunning views
A modern Dorset country house with an indoor swimming pool and panoramic rural views is on the market with a guide price of £2.395m.
New M&S store causes ‘bedlam’ on roads, resident claims
A new superstore is causing traffic chaos on the roads, according to a resident who has described the situation as “bedlam” for drivers.
BCP area named one of the best places in the South West for first-time buyers
The research, by Pepper Money, ranked Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) area third in the region for first-time buyers, following Swindon and Gloucester
New Forest event applies to New Forest District Council for premises licence
Carry On Costumes seeks alcohol licence for “A Christmas Adventure” at Fawcetts Field, New Milton. Public comments to New Forest District Council by Sept 2026.
Poole spa owner who started again from scratch reaches national awards final
Michelle Dougan, owner of Sõma Body & Skin Wellness in Canford Cliffs, is a finalist in the New Business category at the National Entrepreneur Awards.
Man who allegedly smashed up 10 cars remains on bail, police say
A man arrested after allegedly smashing up 10 cars in an act of “mindless vandalism” remains on bail, police have said.
PETA activists 'fry' kittens outside soon-to-be opened Wingstop in Bournemouth
PETA protesters have staged a provocative demonstration involving “Kentucky Fried Kittens” outside a soon-to-open chicken restaurant in Bournemouth
The riverside pub offering award-winning ale and al fresco dining
Our pub of the week is The Fish Inn,
More than a dozen job cuts proposed says Poole Harbour Commissioners
Thirteen jobs are at risk following the decision to end a long-running cross-channel ferry service.
£1m fund to launch mobile dental unit for rough sleepers and vulnerable people
A new £1 million fund will launch a mobile dental unit to deliver essential care to rough sleepers and vulnerable groups.
NHS reveals how to check if your sunscreen is past its expiry date
If your sunscreen is past its expiry date, it will not protect you as well as it should, according to an expert dermatologist.
Thousands join call to raise HMRC tax free Personal Allowance to £18,000
A petition calling for the £12,570 Personal Allowance to rise to £18,000 has attracted nearly 65,000 signatures.
Winter Fuel Payment 2026 - 5 groups who will not get the payment this year
Winter Fuel Payment 2026 rules explained, including who will not qualify and why some older people could miss out on the heating support.
Homeowners warned 'most irritating critters' could cause thousands in damages
It's peak season for silverfish and they love moisture and will feed on household items like fabric, books, wallpaper and more, causing thousands of pounds of damage.
Autumn shopping deals - school coats, bags and more from £1 or less
From school uniforms and coats to stationery and lunchbox essentials, here are the best back-to-school deals from Tesco, Iceland, Monsoon and more.
DVLA expected to scrap hundreds of new 76 number plates ahead of September 2026
Hundreds of new 76 number plate combinations are expected to be withheld by the DVLA before they are released on September 1, 2026.
Food recall alert Tesco, Waitrose and Home Bargains shoppers warned to check fridges
Shoppers are being urged to check their fridges and cupboards after a series of food safety alerts and recalls at major UK supermarkets.
Formula 1
Why Norris has committed to McLaren for the long term
Lawrence Barretto digs into the circumstances behind Lando Norris' new deal with McLaren.
Norris opens up on why he sees his future at McLaren
Lando Norris speaks to Lawrence Barretto about signing a new long-term contract with McLaren.
Norris signs new McLaren deal until end of 2030
2025 World Champion Lando Norris will extend his stay with McLaren until at least the end of 2030.
How the F1 development battle is shifting betting
With 11 races left of the 2026 season, we look at the winners and losers in the F1 development battle and how it is affecting the betting markets.
Windows Central
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma leaves the door open for Elder Scrolls VI exclusivity on Xbox — will they actually do it?
Microsoft's gaming chief has a dilemma: should Elder Scrolls VI skip PlayStation 5? She's not saying, for now.
Microsoft Edge update adds Apple sign-in and scam protection, but officially ends Edge Drop and real-time video translation
Microsoft Edge's latest update introduces Apple account sign-ins, automatic scam notification blocking, and new Copilot admin controls. It also officially retires Edge Drop and real-time video translation.
Survival‑horror fans should pay attention to this upcoming Xbox Play Anywhere game that literally twists the genre’s perspective
A unique, upcoming ID@Xbox horror game with Xbox Play Anywhere support showed up during Gamescom 2026 called Holstin, and it's looking like a fresh, innovative take on the genre that fans of pixel-art and survival horror games should not miss out on.
I test Windows laptops for a living, and these are the 7 features I can't pass up
I've tested enough laptops to know which features matter the most to me, and it's easy to defend my list of non-negotiables. Here's what I look for.
Laffgaff
What name is given to the container traditionally used for holding and carrying arrows?
Quiver.
Local Aquarium
When I phoned my local aquarium, they asked me to shout, "Jump through this hoop!" Apparently, the call might be recorded for training porpoises.