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OpenAI bots meddled with multiple US government agency sites
OpenAI said its bots accessed public data from the US Census and the Securities and Exchange Commission, which regulates US stock markets.
Iran offers US deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz in seven days
Asked about the Iranian proposal, a US official told the BBC "constructive discussions" were taking place through mediators.
E-bikes seized by police sold on at auction, BBC finds
Thousands are confiscated annually because they are suspected of being driven illegally or used in a crime - most are destroyed, but last year police sold at least 161.
Inside the FBI hack: Agents fearful and angry after 'dangerous' data breach
Current and former agents speak to the BBC about the devastating impact of the FBI hack.
Black woman found hanging from tree was dead before body was 'staged', police say
Tasia Fortune's body was found hanging from a tree on the grounds of an abandoned home in Jackson in August.
South African white genocide does not exist, new ambassador to US tells BBC
Roelf Meyer tells the BBC that being a white Afrikaner gives him legitimacy to challenge Trump's claim of a genocide.
As Merz scrambles for support, Germany's identity crisis is laid bare
Voters are turning away from the centre in Germany as fears grow about the economy and migration.
Smoke rises from burning Greek cargo ship near Mykonos
All 29 people aboard the ship were safely evacuated using lifeboats, the Hellenic Coastguard said.
Brazil's Lula bans online gambling ahead of presidential election
Lula, who is currently in a tight presidential race against Flávio Bolsonaro, said the industry was a "cancer" that he must "remove".
'It's a brutal adjustment': How to cope when your child goes to uni
This new stage of parenthood is emotional - but learning how to let go can help you cope.
How the bare nails trend became a class issue
Bare nails - or nails that appear that way - are a growing trend. But is it as innocent as it seems?
The treasured 'eternal snow' on this tropical island is about to disappear forever
Climate change is transforming Papua's snowy peaks, which hold scientific value and spiritual significance.
Could an iced coffee freeze you out of the job market?
Employees and recruiters weigh into the online debate around interview etiquette.
The Papers: 'Verdicts that rocked football' and 'Burnham bottles it'
Manchester City being found guilty of financial breaches and the prime minister ruling out an early general election leads Saturday's papers.
Inside iconic horror game Silent Hill's Scottish makeover
One of gaming's biggest horror franchises has come to the UK. Can it live up to the original?
Murder or medical mix-up? New questions in the case of killer nurse Colin Norris
A BBC podcast reveals a scenario in which the nurse's murders may never have taken place at all.
Russia targeting 'ordinary life' with attacks on Ukraine's data centres, Zelensky says
Such strikes aim to disrupt "people's ability to stay connected, study, work", says Ukraine's president.
Two men jailed for 2022 murder of Argentine rugby player
Loik Le Priol, 32, a former soldier who fired the fatal shots, was sentenced to 26 years in jail.
UK ticket holder wins £111m EuroMillions jackpot
It is the third time a UK-based player has scooped the EuroMillions jackpot this year, National Lottery operator Allwyn said.
U2 celebrate 50th anniversary at the school where they formed
The rock band go back to their roots, playing a gig in the Dublin playground where they first met.
Trump's plans for massive arch move ahead
Opposition to building the 250-foot arch, and using it for military purposes, is growing with one Democrat blasting Trump's plans as "foolhardy".
TikTok to pay $100m and limit daily child usage in Alabama settlement
Alabama was set to take TikTok to trial over claims that it intentionally addicted young users.
Burnham announces scheme to help first-time buyers onto housing ladder
The prime minister says he wants people without support from the "bank of mum and dad" to receive help.
Heathrow Airport warns third runway could be delayed by four years
The UK's busiest airport cautions it may miss the government target of 2035 as ministers say the deadline has "always been ambitious".
How long can Labour's feel-good factor last?
The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg.
Met to re-examine CCTV from Jill Dando murder case
Police are reviewing footage of a man at Putney Bridge station after the Crimewatch presenter was shot in 1999.
Watch: Prince Harry says 'kids are happy' in British school after six years in US
He says his children are “happy in school” and the family returned to the UK for "lots of reasons".
Pope praises 'energy and commitment' of young people as huge crowds join open-air Mass in Paris
Around 700,000 people gathered in central Paris as the Pope celebrated an open-air Mass.
British national among six dead in building explosion close to Acropolis in Athens
Four Americans and a Greek national are among those killed in a suspected gas explosion, officials said.
Watch: Bangkok declared flood disaster zone
Heavy rain over the last two days has overwhelmed Bangkok's water systems, with more rain forecast on Sunday.
Judge asks Orange Order to postpone Drumcree parade as she urges parties to 'step back from the abyss'
Residents have applied to the High Court in Belfast to overturn the decision to allow a planned Orange Order parade on the mainly-nationalist Garvaghy Road in Portadown.
Security lapses at Utah campus where Charlie Kirk was killed, review says
The indpendent report also says Kirk's aides insisted he speak outdoors, overriding concerns from campus officials.
Rayner criticises visa rule proposals ahead of Labour conference
The housing secretary says the government's plans to change wait times for permanent residency are unfair because they "change the goalposts".
I'd rather pay thousands on a holiday: Meet the pensioners spending the kids' inheritance
The phenomenon sees retirees spend all their money on enjoying life to the full.
Mystery of concrete ring 'solved after 30 years'
The concrete ring on the Suffolk coast has baffled people since 1993.
Why bookshops are booming in the TikTok age
Proprietors explain why more independent bookshops are springing up in our towns and cities.
Keep dancing: 100-year-old leads charity flash mob
Hundreds of people join Bernard Gilbert as he leads a dance in Worcester city centre.
Bournemouth Echo
'Someone could die' - Boys held for throwing glass off building and endangering lives
Glass panels were hurled from the roof of Bournemouth’s former Beales building into the street below as three children were arrested following the “extremely serious incident”.
Man jailed after setting fire to house and kicking woman in face in 'violent' rampage
A “violent” carpenter who torched a woman’s home before booting her in the face and knocking out her teeth has been jailed for nearly a decade.
Animal mischief aplenty as mobile zoo comes to visit Dorset care home
Trinity Manor Care Home in Sherborne hosted a visit from Zoolab, whose mobile zoo brought along a selection of animals for residents to meet.
Nursery children across Dorset join forces for community litter pick
Tops Day Nurseries, brought together children and colleagues from its Dorset nurseries on September 18 as part of a company-wide community litter pick.
Bournemouth Rugby Club kicks off new season in style with dazzling awards dinner
Bournemouth Rugby Club kicked off the new season in unforgettable style with a glittering Awards Dinner and Pre Season Launch at Bournemouth’s iconic Pavilion
Rockwater gets permission to keep deck on beach for another three years
Rockwater can keep its Branksome beach deck in Poole for three years, subject to conditions including seasonal removal, no music and limited hours.
New Milton road to temporarily close for three days next week for utility works
Grove Road in New Milton will close from 28 September 2026 for utility works by Circet UK, with diversions in place. Approved by Hampshire County Council.
Poole business applies for premises licence to serve alcohol until 11pm
Fox and Vine Limited seeks a new premises licence for alcohol sales at 14 Haven Road, Poole. Public comments to BCP Council by September 29.
Boscombe church opens new community hub aiming to be 'beacon of hope and light'
St Andrew’s Church in Boscombe has created a ‘Living Room’ for its community, a place where people can feel at home and find a warm welcome.
Feature film set and filmed at Bournemouth University sees global release
Epic: First Semester, written and directed by BU graduate student Aditya Haasan, premiered on September 11, and features the university as a central location.
End of season for RNLI lifeguards in east Dorset as final patrols finish up
RNLI patrols at Sandbanks, Bournemouth West, Bournemouth East, and Boscombe East will finish on September 27, marking the end of lifeguard service for the year.
Dorset business named British Marine Business of the Year at awards
Rockley is delighted to announce that they have been named British Marine Business of the Year 2026.
BFI support and National Lottery funding to continue for Lighthouse film season
Lighthouse Poole has announced that its Family Cinema strand will carry on thanks to backing from the BFI Film Audience Network (FAN)
'BCP’s financial crisis was never an inherited problem'
Over the past few weeks, we have heard repeated warnings about the serious financial pressures facing BCP Council.
Future of vacant Bournemouth seafront venue to be discussed by councillors
BCP Council cabinet will consider a preferred operator for Bournemouth’s vacant West Beach Café on September 30, after 13 bids; details remain commercially sensitive.
Poole Park’s Whitecliff Gate area set for upgrades to enhance cycling and walking
Poole Park improvements begin October 5, with BCP Council upgrading Whitecliff Gate, paths, planting, accessibility and habitats for walkers and cyclists.
Folk rock legends from Newcastle to perform at Poole venue this October
Lindisfarne, fronted by co-founder Rod Clements, will take the stage at Lighthouse Poole on October 31.
'Neapolitan Guys' brings authentic Italian pizza to Purewell
Every Thursday Mario Ursano sells up to 30 freshly naked Neapolitan pizzas from his home in Purewell.
1.5 million drivers risk fines over 10 modifications you might not have declared
Many motorists may be risking fines due to not declaring a number of specific car modifications
I taste tested Greggs new Autumn menu - I can't believe my favourite
Kai Fleet filmed a taste test of the bakery chain’s autumn menu and was particularly surprised by the steak and stilton bake
UK homeware brand that worked with royalty falls into administration after 56 years
The company’s flagship store was located on King’s Road in London, with showrooms also in Paris, Munich, and Stockholm.
Popular money-saving hack set to become illegal in the UK next week
Anyone found in breach could face civil or criminal penalties, including the possibility of imprisonment.
UK drivers warned of £100 fines over common motorway mistake
Red X signs are used to close lanes in the event of an obstruction, and ignoring them can result in a fine of up to £100 and three penalty points.
Rare Royal Mint 50p coin selling for 300 times its face value and how to spot it
The rare Royal Mint 50p coin has sold for £152 on eBay, and there are thousands more out there that could be worth a small fortune
'Do not eat' warnings at Waitrose, Tesco and more UK supermarkets this week
The Food Standards Agency has warned customers not to eat several affected products sold by retailers including Tesco and Waitrose.
LIVE: 'Major incident' on A35 as police close road after crash
We have reports of a 'major incident' on the A35 and police have closed the road. Our reporter is at the scene.
Upcoming road works in BCP set to cause delays from September 28 to October 4
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole drivers face road closures and temporary road works in September/October due to BCP Council and utility works. Expect delays
Dorset fish and chip shop makes prestigious UK top 40 list
Dorset shop has been named among the UK's top 40 fish and chip takeaways in the National Fish & Chip Awards
Property shut down after reports of drug use and criminal activity
A property has been shut down following reports of crime and anti-social behaviour.
Mechanical dragon and live lightning light up Arts By The Sea Festival
A giant mechanical dragon, live lightning, and fire performances lit up Bournemouth’s Arts By The Sea for its opening night.
New Poole pub ready to open after transformation of former Brewhouse
A new pub focusing on community and customer experience is set to open its doors this weekend at the former Brewhouse & Kitchen site in Poole.
Eco-friendly homes open doors to inspire greener living
Dorset Greener Homes opens eco-friendly properties to the public on October 17, 18, 24 and 25, showcasing insulation, solar panels and low-carbon heating.
Young people in Dorset and New Forest invited to showcase art in 'Play' exhibition
Coda Music and Arts Trust invites young people in Dorset and the New Forest to submit artwork for its ‘Play’ gallery exhibition in November 2026.
Formula 1
Betting mistakes to avoid during the Azerbaijan GP
Safer gambling is important, so we’ve flagged some key betting mistakes to avoid during Saturday’s race in Baku.
Azerbaijan GP Bet Builder after Russell claims pole
We have picked a four-leg Bet Builder for Baku, including podium finish and top-six selections.
What are the tyre strategy options for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at the Baku City Circuit.
All the key moments from the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Azerbaijan marked 10 years on the F1 calendar with another action-packed weekend of competition – one that saw George Russell emerge victorious and cut team mate Kimi Antonelli’s advantage at the top of the championship.
Azerbaijan mistake 'certainly took me by surprise' – Piastri
Oscar Piastri admits that the lock-up which potentially cost the Australian driver a podium in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix "certainly took me by surprise", on a day where McLaren failed to score a point.
Bortoleto handed penalty after yellow flag infringement
Gabriel Bortoleto has been handed a time penalty after the Audi driver was judged to have overtaken under a yellow flag.
What the teams said – Race day in Azerbaijan
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from Baku for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Colapinto gets 5-place grid drop for Bahrain GP in Malaysia
Franco Colapinto has been given a five-place grid penalty for next weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia after causing a multi-car incident at the Baku City Circuit on Saturday.
Hadjar hails ‘first proper podium’ with P3 in Baku
Isack Hadjar was all smiles after completing his comeback from a “very long six weeks” on the sidelines with a podium finish at the Baku City Circuit.
Lawson baffled by Lindblad clash in Baku that ‘sucks’
Racing Bulls’ Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad have given their thoughts on their collision in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Verstappen 'was trying everything' in quest for Baku victory
Max Verstappen admits he "was trying everything" to claim victory in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the Red Bull driver eventually falling short by just one-tenth against George Russell.
Antonelli vows to learn from ‘worst weekend of the season’
Kimi Antonelli made clear that the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend “taught me a lot” after enduring his “worst weekend of the season” on Baku’s streets.
‘Some drivers shouldn’t be in F1’ – Norris on Baku clash
Lando Norris was on course for valuable points before a crash with the Alpine's Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly forced him to retire from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
MS Dynamics
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Windows Central
Microsoft Teams can now automatically block unwanted bots from meetings
Microsoft has rolled out a Teams feature that automatically blocks identified external bots before they can enter meetings.
Microsoft explains why we haven't seen a Surface-branded MacBook Neo competitor yet
In an interview with Windows Central, Surface CVP explains why we haven't seen a Microsoft-made MacBook Neo competitor this year.
Halo has fallen so far that even Activision taking over gives me some real hope
Halo has fallen to such a low point that a completely new team under Activision could be more exciting than another game from Halo Studios.
Don't uninstall Black Ops 7 until the last minute and get all the 2XP tokens you can for MW4
Even if you're not actively playing Black Ops 7 now ahead of Modern Warfare 4 launching in October, you can still use it to make leveling speedier in the new game.
Laffgaff
Which artist painted ‘The Persistence of Memory’?
Salvador Dali.
Dinosaur Car
What do you call a dinosaur who just totaled his car? Tyrannosaurus wrecks.