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England's mayors to be given power to introduce tourist tax
The government is expected to outline how local leaders will be able to impose levies on overnight stays.
Iran war will not end until after November US elections, says Trump
The president also said oil prices won't come down until after the November races, claiming without evidence that Iran wants to impact the election.
Four takeaways from Trump's speech at first Republican midterms convention
He covered many of the subjects he has returned to time and again - with a few surprises thrown in.
Land in limbo: BBC visits West Bank village in area earmarked by Israel for settlement
BBC's Middle East Correspondent Lucy Williamson visits the Palestinian community of Khan al Ahmar in the so-called E1 area, and the neighbouring Israeli settlement of Maale Admumim.
'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times
Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.
AI is becoming harder to control – can humans stay in charge?
AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried
Russia outpacing Ukraine's air defences with daily use of new jet-powered drones
The new models can travel at speeds of up to 300mph, faster than Ukraine's air defence interceptors.
Prince William, Kane and Shearer in campaign to use sport to prevent suicide
The prince's new project aims to use the reach of sport to raise awareness about suicide and to show people the help available in a crisis.
Air traffic failure was avoidable, says transport secretary
Heidi Alexander orders an investigation into the glitch that caused more than 2,000 flight cancellations.
Failures 'contributed to' death of Sir Richard Branson's wife
Lady Joan Branson died after suffering a cardiac arrest at the private Lister Hospital in Chelsea last year.
We spent £23,000 on fertility treatment - now our embryos will be destroyed
Nat and Nik Fraser-Edwards want a change in the law so once an embryo has been made, a donor can't withdraw consent.
Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat
Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.
Muted US response to UK's West Bank sanctions may reflect simmering frustration
The UK accuses Israel's government of turning a blind eye to the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians by settlers.
Should you sync your workouts to your period?
Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.
The one thing you need to do to succeed - according to top bosses
What makes someone stand out in a crowded workplace? Six business leaders tell us what they look for.
The Papers: 'Farage faces Met inquiry' and 'Ready for departure?'
Thursday's front pages are dominated by a police investigation into Reform UK and UK airport chaos.
Inside Thailand's school shooter drills following recent attacks
Police say they hope the drill will help prepare students, as concern grows over the increase in school shootings in South East Asia.
August was joint hottest month on record, says European climate agency
Climate change and the rising influence of El Niño saw August reach the record for warmest month.
'It's been a nightmare': Passengers face airport chaos after air traffic issue
Thousands are still stranded as people describe sleeping on floors and "carnage" in baggage reclaim halls.
Tax banks to give some households energy bill cut, unions tell Burnham
The TUC says a bank surcharge should be reversed - and estimates it would raise £9bn over four years.
Funeral for second officer killed in A66 crash to be held
PC Tom Clough's family say they are grateful for the public's support.
Chaplain settles LGBT sermon unfair dismissal case
Rev Bernard Randall reaches a confidential agreement with Trent College.
'An injustice' or 'righting a wrong': British Jews debate sanctions move
The UK's decision to sanction trade with illegal settlements has prompted a range of opinion among the British Jewish community.
UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog
The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.
Oil, gas and borrowing costs surge as fears over Middle East escalate
The price of oil jumps to $105 a barrel amid signs the Iran war will not be resolved quickly.
Use all powers necessary on anti-migrant protests, home secretary tells police
Two anti-migrant protests took place in Dover and Portsmouth last weekend.
Trump says every adult American would get $5,000 if Republicans win midterm elections
Speaking at a party convention, the US president gave no details on how the plan would work or where the money would come from.
Four hurt and seven arrested in London stabbing
Seven people are arrested and police say there is no wider threat to the public.
Drone display recreates the Twin Towers over New York City
Organisers say each of the 2,977 drones in the display represents a victim of the 9/11 attacks.
Esther Ranzen says she is too fragile to travel to Switzerland to end life
The broadcaster and campaigner says she missed her chance to go before living with cancer became "unbearable".
Police and army attend funeral for officer killed in wrong-way A66 crash
Former army colleagues attend PC Tom Clough's funeral alongside police and emergency workers.
Yemen's Houthis reportedly seize strategic Red Sea port of Mokha
Mokha's capture would bring the Iran-backed group closer to controlling the Bab al-Mandab Strait waterway, a key shipping route.
Pilot warned Amazon cargo plane going too fast before deadly crash, data shows
One pilot told the other about the aircraft's "excessive speed" but received an uneven response even as alarms sounded.
Gruffalo illustrator says rise of AI images 'worrying'
Axel Scheffler speaks to the BBC alongside author Dame Julia Donaldson, who reads an extract from their new book.
Can Trump really pay $5,000 to every American adult?
Analysts question if the US president's election year offer is workable, legal or affordable.
'We lost over £1,000': Why some passengers were hit harder than others by air traffic chaos
Flight disruption has ruined holidays and left passengers sleeping on airport floors - so what are their rights?
One year after Charlie Kirk's death, conservative students struggle to fill void he left
The assassination sent shockwaves through the conservative youth movement, which students say has lost momentum and a vital figurehead.
Catherine joins William as he says sport can save lives from suicide
The prince's new project aims to use the reach of sport to raise awareness about suicide and show people the help available in a crisis.
'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times
Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.
Israel's Netanyahu to sue newspaper over claim UAE warned him of 7 October attack
The paper said it stood by its reporting, after publishing extracts from a book where the claim appears.
Teacher sexually abused pupils at multiple schools
Bronwen James, 30, admitted abusing two girls and was convicted of offences against a teenage boy.
Royal family rift after popular TV news presenter chosen to succeed Ugandan king
King Oyo's family say he left a will naming his young son as heir to the Tooro kingdom.
Primark finally set to launch home deliveries
The retailer launches the service four years after making its first foray into internet shopping.
Ex-Tory campaign chief pleads guilty over election bet
Anthony Lee passed confidential information to his wife Laura Lee about when the 2024 election would be held.
Drug use may have begun 25,000 years ago in Indonesia, research finds
Scientists have found evidence that early human foragers in Indonesia were using the betel nut as a drug.
Harry Styles extends tour, with Kylie as a support act
The pop star will play 25 more dates on his Together, Together tour.
Bournemouth Echo
Man who led six-week Paris-to-Beijing challenge in £100 cars
Christchurch man David Walker led a £100-car Paris-to-Peking challenge in 2007, crossing 15 countries, the Himalayas and Gobi Desert for Unicef.
Date set for decision on pub car park camera plans
A decision date has been set on plans to introduce number plate cameras at a village pub car park.
Dorset volunteers pull Boeing 737 to raise £6,900 for families in need
Volunteers across Dorset took on the challenge of pulling a Boeing 737 to raise vital funds for families in need.
Property in Bournemouth ordered to stop running as unauthorised HMO by BCP Council
A family home in Bournemouth has been ordered to stop running as an unauthorised House in Multiple Occupation (HMO).
Poole motorcyclist suffers serious arm fracture in Dorset Way crash
A Poole motorcyclist suffered a serious arm fracture in a crash on the Dorset Way near Mannings Heath Roundabout.
‘Disgusted and furious’ swimmers forced to cancel session after sewage discharge
Swimmers left 'disgusted and furious' were forced to cancel their club session after reports of sewage discharges into the sea off a Blue Flag beach.
Redundancy fears as Bournemouth car dealer loses franchise
A car dealership will close in Bournemouth after a change in franchise strategy by the VW Group.
'Angry' residents left with seven weeks worth of rotting food waste
Tuckton residents at Cranleigh Court say food waste went uncollected for seven weeks, leaving overflowing bins, flies and maggots before a reporter intervened.
Dorset family take over the reins of country pub in new partnership
A Dorset family is bringing fresh energy to a much-loved village pub.
Couple marry after finding love at community choir
A DORSET couple found love at a Poole-based community choir seven years ago and have recently celebrated their wedding.
Man on trial for rape denies allegation and tells court he was 'shocked and sickened'
A man on trial for rape told the court he was “shocked and sickened” by the allegations and maintains he “did not” rape her.
Drivers warned as 10 week road closure in New Forest pushed back by SGN
A busy road in Hythe is set to face a 10 week closure for gas works – but the start of the disruption has now been postponed.
Family issues appeal to 'extremely vulnerable' missing 27 year-old
The family of an "extremely" vulnerable man are appealing to the public for help to locate him after not hearing from him for 24 hours.
Reality TV stars and EastEnders favourites set for celebrity Dorset football match
Dean Gaffney, Dan Osborne and stars from Love Island and Married At First Sight are due to take part in a celebrity charity football match at Portland United FC
Decision date set for number plate cameras at New Forest pub car park
Number plate cameras could be installed at New Forest pub, with a decision date for the plans set
Update given on plans for immigration centre to be built in Hampshire
An update has been given into plans for an immigration centre in a Hampshire borough.
Caravan park operator with sites in Dorset and New Forest named best in the UK
Hoburne, which operates sites in Dorset and the New Forest, has been named the UK's best caravan park operator by Which?
Firefighter's encounter with 'apocalyptic' A31 blaze "will live with me forever”
When Dorset firefighter Dan Cabell arrived at the A31 wildfire, the sky had turned orange, trees were falling and the advancing flames sounded “like a jet engine”.
Bournemouth flights delayed and cancelled after air traffic control glitch
Flights have been delayed and cancelled in Bournemouth following am air traffic control glitch.
Bournemouth could lose out on visitor tax powers, council leader says
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole risks losing out under the proposed visitor tax, its council leader says.
Three vehicles targeted in thefts in Three Legged Cross last week
A pair of vehicle cars were stolen in a series of vehicle-related crimes in Three Legged Cross last week.
Five arrests and vehicle seizures during week of policing in Bournemouth
Police have made five arrests and seized vehicles during a week of neighbourhood policing activity in Bournemouth.
Van suspected of fly-tipping and environmental offences seized
A van suspected of being linked to fly-tipping and environmental offences has been seized by council officers.
On Track free wellbeing day set to offer military support at Tank Museum event
A wellbeing event is set to bring together members of the Armed Forces community for a day of connection and support.
Inclusive cycling event returns to New Forest to support charity's fundraising goal
An inclusive cycling event is set to bring the community together in support of a New Forest charity.
Peanut allergy killed Bournemouth woman, 24, inquest hears
A Bournemouth woman who was allergic to peanuts died from anaphylactic shock, an inquest heard.
Bournemouth property closed due to anti social behaviour and criminal activity
Local officers have worked relentlessly to compile evidence and secure a closure order for a property in Bournemouth.
‘Don’t wear RNLI branding’ says charity to deter anti-migrant protests
RNLI volunteers and staff have been warned not to wear the charity’s branding because of the “unacceptable abuse” they have faced from anti-migrant protesters.
Second motorcyclist crashes on Dorset Way after resurfacing works
A second motorcyclist has crashed on Dorset Way amid growing concerns about loose chippings and dust from resurfacing works.
Couple's church conversion ends in court over bats
A children’s author and former investment manager has been fined for illegally damaging bat roosts during the conversion of a derelict church into his family home.
Man hid from police in an airing cupboard after failing to stop and fleeing on foot
A man from Dorset has been charged with multiple driving offences after failing to stop for police before fleeing on foot and attempting to hide in an airing cupboard.
Harriet announces Wimborne date on Trying To Get The Feeling Again UK tour
Harriet brings her Trying To Get The Feeling Again Tour to Wimborne’s Tivoli Theatre on October 30, ahead of her new album, As Good As It Was.
Cllr George Farquhar: 'Everyone elected are now equals as town councillors'
Like the majority of town councillors, I was against the formation of town councils, but that battle was lost.
Nightclub owner says he wants to ‘be the best’ for town’s late night economy
Bournemouth nightclub Lost seeks 5am opening on Fridays, Saturdays and bank holiday eves, despite residents’ noise concerns. Licensing decision pending.
Wimborne u3a launches autumn talks with story of Britain’s first garden centre
Wimborne u3a’s autumn talks begin October 16 with Martin Stewart on Britain’s first garden centre, followed by micro-artist Graham Short and Nikola Tesla.
Creative countryside day brings 120 visitors together
About 120 people attended the first Creative Countryside Day at Tilefield Nature near Brockenhurst on Saturday August 22.
Michael Portillo to share life stories at Poole show this autumn
Michael Portillo will bring stories from politics, rail travel and family history to Poole's Lighthouse on November 14.
Delivery robots could be rolling through neighbourhoods ‘within the next year’
Plans to introduce self-driving robots to deliver groceries “within the next year” across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Plans put forward for children’s care home at Poole property
Plans to turn a five-bedroom bungalow in Poole into an Ofsted-registered children’s care home for three children are open for consultation until September 25.
Proposal put forward to turn Bournemouth flat into six-person HMO
A proposal has been submitted to convert a four-bedroom flat into a six-person HMO.
Retrospective plans submitted for beauty salon at Poole property
A beauty salon has submitted a bid to continue using an outbuilding at a property in Poole.
Reform town council under fire for removing section from equalities policy
Reform councillors face criticism after Bournemouth Town Council removed an Equalities Policy section, while legal protections under the Equality Act 2010 remain.
Sinatra-themed tea party raises £200 for Bournemouth Food Bank
Avon Cliff care home in Bournemouth hosted a Frank Sinatra-themed tea party, raising around £200 and food donations for Bournemouth Food Bank with community support.
Choir raises £86,000 for Macmillan hospice through 14 years of performances
Highcliffe’s Diamond Divas choir has raised £86,000 for Macmillan Caring Locally after 14 years supporting the Macmillan Unit hospice in Christchurch.
‘Grotesque spectacle’: Fury over Bournemouth 9/11 ‘Watch Party'
Bournemouth 9/11 ‘Watch Party’ condemned by Dorset figures who helped New York after terrorist attacks
Government
Highways (Financing) Bill
A Bill to Make provision for licences authorising the charging of tolls in return for securing works on trunk roads in England; about the functions of holders of licences; about enforcement; for a special administration regime for holders of licences; about the collection and enforcement of tolls charged under other Acts; and for connected purposes.
Personal Data (Digital Twins) Bill
A Bill to make provision about the regulation of software or algorithms which use or hold personal data for the purpose of modelling the preferences or behaviours of a person; to make provision about the rights of individuals in respect of the holding and use of their personal data by such software or algorithms; and for connected purposes.
Utilities and Services Bill
A Bill to make provision about the public ownership and delivery of certain services and utilities by public or not-for-profit enterprises; to establish a body corporate to be known as the Office for Public Value; to confer functions on that body; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Leclerc accepts blame in Hamilton Monza incident
Charles Leclerc admits ahead of this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix that "it's pretty clear that I could have done a better job", following his on-track incident with Ferrari team mate Lewis Hamilton in Monza.
Hamilton opens up on ‘racing relationship’ with Leclerc
Lewis Hamilton has reflected on the dynamic at Ferrari after he and Charles Leclerc almost collided at the Italian Grand Prix.
Formula 1's Spanish football connections
From Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid to Spain's World Champions, discover Formula 1's connections with Spanish football ahead of the Madrid Grand Prix.
Our top tips for in-race Spanish Grand Prix betting
When the lights go out for the first time at Madrid, bettors will be watching closely to make smart betting decisions in real-time.
What Gasly’s Monza pole brings to Alpine ahead of Madrid
Pierre Gasly believes his Monza pole position "brings belief and motivation" to Alpine as the team look for another strong result this weekend at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Everything you need to know about the Madring
Get up to speed with all the key Madring statistics, driving pointers, facts and more.
LIVE COVERAGE: All the build-up ahead of the Spanish GP
Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix weekend in Madrid.
Play Higher or Lower for your chance to win 2027 Grand Prix tickets
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Best value early bets for the Spanish Grand Prix
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Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix
As F1 heads to the Madring for the Spanish Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
Windows Central
Xbox has acquired rights to publish Hideo Kojima's 'PHYSINT' from PlayStation — "We're honored that Kojima-san has chosen to work with Xbox."
In a major coup, Xbox has confirmed that it will be publishing Hideo Kojima's long-awaited action-espionage title "PHYSINT."
First it was Neo, and now it's iPhone Duo — Apple keeps robbing Microsoft of its Surface device names, and I'm mad about it
As a Surface Duo fan, I can't believe Apple has just announced a folding phone called iPhone Duo. Are we really doing this?
Xbox is quietly turning nostalgia, identity, and cloud gaming into its biggest console advantage
Microsoft's newest Xbox Insider build introduces startup animation choices, expanded profile customization, improved Remote Play quality, better search tools, and cloud gaming enhancements. But the real story isn't any individual feature. It's Microsoft's growing focus on personalization and flexibility, suggesting Xbox's future is less about hardware generations and more about creating a gaming platform that follows players everywhere.
Microsoft speeds up Windows 11 parental approvals and expands age verification across the OS
Microsoft just announced new family safety features for Windows 11 that speed up parental approvals. The tech giant also introduced new developer APIs that bring controls to more apps.
Spyro’s 27th birthday comes with a surprise — a sneak peek at A Realm Beyond’s first level
Toys for Bob is showing off a brief new look at Spyro: A Realm Beyond's first level, while celebrating the Spyro franchise's 27th birthday with fans for Spyro Community Day.
AI Vibe coding is moving so fast Microsoft had to overhaul how it reviews Edge extensions
Microsoft is automating routine Edge extension reviews to keep up with an influx of submissions driven by AI development tools.
It's more than just the name: Turns out iPhone Duo stole Surface Duo's biggest selling point, and Apple is right to copy it
Vindication!? Apple's new iPhone Duo validates the multitasking and windowing vision Microsoft originally set out to achieve with Surface Duo. Here's how.
The iPhone Duo is a stark reminder that Microsoft Surface has lost its purpose
Apple’s iPhone Duo highlights a painful truth for Microsoft: Apple knows exactly what its hardware stands for, while Surface no longer has a reason to exist.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV shows off a new gameplay deep dive of its exciting multiplayer mode, with more to follow in the coming weeks
Necrons vs Orks, a valuable quality-of-life improvement, and customizable multiplayer match settings have been revealed in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV's first of three battlefield reports for September 2026.
ASUS has turned its excellent ZenBook 14 into another MacBook Neo competitor with Snapdragon X, and its OLED display is icing on the cake
Starting at $799, the latest ZenBook 14 from ASUS features Qualcomm's Snapdragon X SoC inside a premium chassis that looks and feels the part, along with a new OLED display and all day battery life.
Ubisoft is removing its launcher from Prince of Persia on Steam, pledging to cut 'Ubisoft Connect' from more games "in the future"
Ubisoft is testing a more Steam-native launch flow that removes the need for the Ubisoft Connect launcher to interrupt your PC gaming experience on Valve's app.
Xbox heads to Tokyo Game Show 2026: Here's how you can watch, and what we expect to see in the upcoming showcase
Microsoft has announced that it will be hosting a Tokyo Game Show 2026 Xbox broadcast to showcase several upcoming Xbox games, including Minecraft Dungeons 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
Black Ops Cold War is the Call of Duty game you should be playing right now while waiting on Modern Warfare 4
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is the latest legacy title to be added to Xbox Game Pass, and I think it might be the game to play right now, even with Modern Warfare 4 looming.
Laffgaff
Where on your body is your glabella?
Between your eyebrows, above your nose.
Volunteer
I just started volunteering to clean litter off the side of the road. I didn't get any training, but I'll pick it up as I go along.
Itsfoss
Broadcom Kills Public VDDK Access to Tighten its Grip on VMware
Existing copies still work; getting a fresh one is another matter. They seem to have "forgotten" to announce this.
FOSS Weekly #26.37: Swiss Linux Move, Flyline, PPA Guide, Fedora Win Over Windows and More
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