BBC News
Five arrested as counter-terror police investigate major incident near RAF Fairford
The men have been detained on suspicion of preparation of a terrorist act after three suspicious vehicles were reported to be travelling towards the base.
Protesters disperse after blocking contentious Orange Order parade
Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant, who returned from the Labour Party conference for talks, urged both sides of the dispute to "double down on compromise".
Inside Yemen's front-line city as Houthis battle for control
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Watch: BBC reports from the front-line of an escalating war in Yemen
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Thousands of illegal ghost plates on cars revealed by new cameras
Illegal registration plates are far too easy to get hold of and are putting the public at risk, BBC is told.
My hometown shows that high streets have to change or die
Aberdeen is launching an ambitious bid to revive its struggling centre. Could it offer lessons for other high streets?
Healey to promise 'new age of industrialisation' for UK in conference speech
The chancellor will unveil policies aimed at boosting British shipbuilding in his speech to Labour's annual conference on Monday.
Taylor Swift and Charli XCX among stars to light up VMAs red carpet
Celebrities posed for the cameras ahead of the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles.
Avanti West Coast services to be nationalised from March
The move is part of a plan to improve rail infrastructure, cut train delays and improve experiences for passengers.
You need £17,000 for a first home - here's how to do it
Here are four ways you can put money aside to save enough for a deposit on your first home.
Orange Order march row goes to heart of ongoing divisions in Northern Ireland
The dispute over the controversial parade is a reminder that the peace process is not over.
'I take my pillow everywhere': An expert's guide to finding your perfect match
Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow.
Watch: The ups and downs of SpaceX test flights as it prepares for 14th mission
The BBC's Ricky Boleto looks how previous SpaceX test flights went.
The Papers: 'Iran link to RAF bomb plot' and 'Tax rise talks at No 10'
Almost every front page on Monday is dominated by the what the Telegraph suggests is an "Iran link" to a "bomb plot" at RAF Fairford.
News media must stay relevant or 'society will struggle', says World News Day boss
World News Day aims to highlight the role of news providers in investigating and explaining important events.
Best thing we can offer young people is a job, not benefits, says chancellor
John Healey's speech comes ahead of next month's Budget, as he faces pressure to bring down government borrowing costs.
UK diesel price hits all-time high, the RAC says
The US-Israel war with Iran has caused fuel prices to soar due to disruption of global oil supplies.
Police block Protestant Orange Order from controversial parade route
A controversial march was due to take place on Sunday morning but was blocked by protesters on the mainly-nationalist Garvaghy Road.
Three dead, including child, in Channel crossing attempt
A 10-year-old child and two 30-year-old women were on board the boat - which was carrying 105 people.
Worker at care home investigated by BBC struck off for threatening elderly man
Amina Sani, who is Nigerian, was found to have threatened the 81-year-old with police and threatened to hit him.
Felled Sycamore Gap stump has 'encouraging' growth
A thick layer of growth surrounds the stump three years after the landmark was illegally felled.
Lithium-ion battery caused fire that killed mum and 3 children
Elisha Brabin, 36, and three of her children, died after a blaze at their home in Bootle, Merseyside.
British chess prodigy, 11, becomes youngest woman grandmaster
The 11-year-old has broken another chess record after a remarkable performance representing England.
Watch: BBC team takes cover as Houthi drone spotted on Yemen front-line
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Inside Yemen's front-line city as Houthis battle for control
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.
Andy Burnham wants to fix social care - what are the options?
Andy Burnham has said social care in England should be reformed - what are the possible options?
Trump-Xi summit: What wasn't said might matter the most
The most revealing thing about the summit in Washington may be what the two leaders did not say - and what we still don't know.
New NHS-style social care system could take decades, Dilnot says
Sir Andrew Dilnot, who proposed reforms 15 years ago, says the cost of such a scheme would be "very substantial".
Watch: Madonna and Taylor Swift win big at the MTV VMAs
Taylor Swift, Madonna, and LISA were among the big winners at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) on Sunday evening in downtown Los Angeles.
Apple ordered to pay $5.7bn for infringing patents with iPhone vibration technology
Audio firm Taction Technology claimed Apple infringed its patents for tech used to power device vibrations.
Judge imposes £100,000 bail condition on Rwanda genocide accused
Brown is accused of "killing, directing or encouraging" the deaths of members of the Tutsi ethnic group in Rwanda. He denies wrongdoing.
British wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as Pac, dies aged 40
His death was confirmed just a day after he participated in an AEW match in Chicago.
Bulger killer's parole hearing to be held in private
James Bulger's mother Denise Fergus had demanded that the hearing be held in public.
Angela Scanlon takes over Sara Cox's drivetime slot on Radio 2
The station also announces a new presenter for its country show after Bob Harris's departure.
Bournemouth Echo
Man seriously injured after falling onto train tracks at Bournemouth railway station
Man seriously injured after falling onto tracks at Bournemouth railway station on September 25. British Transport Police arrest another man as enquiries continue.
Motorists could be banned from part of busy Bournemouth road to improve bus services
Motorists face a potential ban from part of a busy Bournemouth road as BCP Council considers restricting access to cyclists, buses and taxis.
Businesses 'will be forced to close' if plan to ban cars on busy road goes ahead
Business owners say they will be forced to close if plans to ban cars from Holdenhurst Road go ahead.
Bournemouth man approached lone females in town centre - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Canford Cliffs car park sale moves closer after London Realty offer accepted
Councillors will consider the next step in the sale of part of a Poole car park for residential redevelopment.
Bournemouth Writing Festival loses funding but vows to return in 2027
Bournemouth's popular Writing Festival will not receive arts funding this year after its latest grant application was turned down, leaving organisers devastated but determined to secure the event’s future.
'Residents are entitled to question new artwork on the clifftop'
The reaction to BCP Council’s new Lean Into the Wind sculpture on West Cliff has been difficult to miss.
Moordown flat sells for £101,000 with more properties up for auction
A ground floor flat has been sold at auction for £101,000.
'In Bournemouth, we are seeing investment that will make a real difference'
Tom Hayes MP column: Standing Up for Bournemouth and Supporting Our Allies
Waterfront venue in Poole offers free rehearsal space to musicians this winter
Sbomb in Poole, is inviting bands and singers to use its venue at no cost during January and February 2027 in a move to support the local live music scene.
Churchill Living raises more than £8,000 for Macmillan with charity dunk tank
Churchill Living raised more than £8,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support in Ringwood with a charity dunk tank, raffle, bake-off and director challenge event.
Mercedes-Benz Actros takes Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra on ‘road to joy’
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra has launched a new Mercedes-Benz Actros ProCabin truck to support its latest touring project
£2.3m Bournemouth University cyber centre launch marks major skills investment
Bournemouth University has signaled a major boost in the skills needed to fight online crime with the launch of a £2.3m Cyber Competence Centre.
Poor communication leaves NHS patients in Dorset feeling ‘lost in the system’
A report by Healthwatch Dorset has revealed that unclear care pathways and a lack of updates are leaving some NHS patients feeling "lost in the system."
Bournemouth accountancy team scale Surrey Three Peaks in just 10 hours
A team from accountancy specialist TC Group Bournemouth climbed Surrey’s three highest hills in just 10 hours.
Nearly 300 women come together in Dorset woodland for first women-only festival
The inaugural Wild & Wiser Festival was held at Wooders, near Wareham, from September 19 to 20, attracting nearly 300 women from around the world
Community café in Poole inviting businesses, schools, and groups to get involved
Colin’s Nest community café in Poole is inviting businesses, schools, and groups to get involved in its growing programme of events and partnerships.
Junction upgrades aimed at improving road safety in Sherborne start next week
Dorset Council will begin work on October 5 at the A352 Ottery Lane and Westbury junction in Sherborne, with the project expected to last through the month.
Planning consultant in Bournemouth retires after a long and successful career
Angela Parke, who co-founded Bournemouth-based KPPC Planning Consultants with her husband Ken in 2003, has retired after 23 years of service.
'We cannot investigate' – police respond to New Forest bike theft claims
Officers have urged Ringwood residents to report suspected crimes after an attempted bike theft was reported on social media - but not to officers
Tiny Dorset village holds an extraordinary centuries-old story
Explore Lydlinch near Sturminster Newton, Dorset, where five church bells inspired poet William Barnes
New health bus launched after GP surgery with 6,000 patients shuts doors
A new health bus has launched after the closure of a New Forest GP surgery
Rare flower may have vanished from southern England due to extreme heat
A rare plant may have vanished from the New Forest following extreme heat and drought.
New darts venue with bar set to be coming to the New Forest
A new darts facility offering practice facilities, competitions and a bar is set to open in New Milton.
Dorset Police pays tribute to police officer Alex Ayre hit by train near Branksome
A TRIBUTE has been paid by Dorset Police to 24-year-old serving police officer.
Man accused of raping six-year-old told her: ‘Only for a little bit’, court hears
A man accused of repeatedly raping a six-year-old girl pressured her by saying: “I will only do it for a little bit,” a court heard.
Man who died after being hit by train near Branksome was Dorset Police officer
Tributes have been paid to 'handsome, charming young man' who was a serving Dorset Police Officer
Nurse dismissed immediately after arrest for sexually assaulting patient
Bournemouth Hospital suspended and dismissed a nurse immediately after he was arrested for sexually assaulting a patient.
Dorset Coroner seeks next of kin for 72-year-old Wimborne man who died at home
Dorset Coroner seeks next of kin for Wimborne man James Peatling, 72, who died at his Park Lane home on September 27. His death was not suspicious.
Spanish graffiti translating to 'English better off dead' spraypainted in Bournemouth
Hateful anti-English graffiti written in Spanish has appeared in multiple places across Bournemouth.
Nurse sexually assaulted 'vulnerable' patient at Royal Bournemouth Hospital
A nurse sexually assaulted a woman while she was alone in a room at Royal Bournemouth Hospital after being admitted while unwell.
Man in 20s hospitalised with serious injuries after four-car crash
A man in his 20s has been hospitalised with serious injuries after a four-car crash near Wimborne.
Cyclist found with life-threatening injuries on New Forest track
A cyclist suffered life-threatening head and spinal injuries on a New Forest track near Ocknell Plain. Police appeal for witnesses after September 27 incident.
'The need to protect Dorset today is as urgent as it was a century ago'
A CAMPAIGNING group say the need to protect Dorset today is as urgent as it was a century ago.
Wildlife tower approved for farm field corner site close to cycleway
A WILDLIFE tower has been approved for a farm field corner site close to the cycleway between Newmans Drove and the Station Road car park at Sturminster Newton.
JP Morgan plans outdoor gym, table tennis area and terrace at Bournemouth campus
JP Morgan plans to add a terrace, outdoor gym, and table tennis area at its Bournemouth campus.
UK drivers issued speed camera warning over commonly believed motorway myth
Motoring experts have warned UK drivers not to get caught out by speed camera myth that could leave them with a fine, points and even a driving ban
Woman grabbed by throat after challenging man at Wimborne pub
A woman was grabbed by the throat after trying to intervene in an argument between a man and another woman at a pub in Wimborne.
Multiple 999 calls after jet skis 'recklessly' used near children at beach
Multiple 999 calls were made after jet ski users were behaving 'recklessly' near children and young adults in the water.
Police officers assaulted and spat at while helping man in crisis
Three police officers were assaulted while helping a man in crisis over the weekend.
Households could save £175 a year with 2 simple energy-saving steps
Households could save £175 a year as Ofgem’s energy price cap rises in October to £1,723, by draught-proofing homes and turning thermostats down before winter.
When to watch Emmerdale and Corrie this week as ITV shakes up schedule
Emmerdale and Coronation Street will have slightly different TV schedules this week due to a UEFA Nations League football match.
Celebrity Traitors filming stopped after star became 'very anxious' on set
The Celebrity Traitors filming was paused after comedian James Acaster became anxious at Ardross Castle, prompting welfare concerns from fellow contestants.
Wetherspoons to open 6 new pubs over coming months - see the full list of locations
JD Wetherspoon is set to open 6 new pubs in the coming months - see the full list of locations.
Bradley Walsh to replace Simon Cowell as judge on Britain's Got Talent
Bradley Walsh is set to fill in for Simon Cowell during upcoming Britain’s Got Talent auditions while he has a back operation.
DWP confirms exact birth date for £300 Winter Fuel Payment and key week to qualify
The DWP has confirmed the exact birth date and qualifying week for the 2026 Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300 for eligible pensioners.
The rare 'extra-special' Royal Mint 50p coin sold for 8,000 times its face value
A version of the 50p coin fetched £4,000 on eBay, 8,000 times its face value
Formula 1
Red Bull's Baku brilliance gives Verstappen fresh hope
The four-time World Champions was a whisker off winning in Azerbaijan, with team mate Isack Hadjar joining him on the podium.
PALMER: Why George Russell’s Baku win was so impressive
Former Renault F1 driver and F1 TV analyst Jolyon Palmer explores the details behind George Russell's victory in Azerbaijan.
Perez reflects on 'one of my best weekends'
Sergio Perez believes his performance in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix was "one of my best weekends" in Formula 1, despite failing to reach the points for Cadillac.
Who impressed our Power Rankings judges in Azerbaijan?
George Russell was the driver to beat throughout the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend, as he charged the pole position and bagged an important win. But who else impressed our Power Rankings judges at the Baku City Circuit? Check out the latest scores and overall leaderboard below...
Sainz and Albon evaluate Williams’ Baku upgrades
Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon have given their verdict on Williams’ major upgrade package that debuted at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
'Less pressure on me than there is him' – Russell on title
George Russell won his third Grand Prix of the season with victory in Baku, the Mercedes man standing on the top step of the rostrum for the first time since Austria. In doing so, he cut team mate Kimi Antonelli's lead in the Drivers’ Championship to 66 points.
Norris apologises to Colapinto for Baku post-race comments
Lando Norris has apologised to Franco Colapinto for comments he made immediately after the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, admitting “it was wrong of me” to do so.
Vasseur offers Ferrari upgrade promise to frustrated Leclerc
Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur has promised that the Maranello-based squad will bring developments to the SF-26 “soon” after Charles Leclerc cited a lack of recent development as a reason behind their poor form in Azerbaijan.
Windows Central
Lenovo's Yoga Slim 7x is an absolute steal at $989.99
Lenovo’s Yoga Slim 7x delivers all-day battery life and a gorgeous ultrathin design for $989.99 thanks to a limited-time $310 discount.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered review — Worth another run?
The Witcher 3 Remastered elevates a masterpiece with stunning visuals and smart QoL upgrades.
Gears of War: E-Day's install size is huge: These are the best ways to upgrade your Xbox's storage
Gears of War: E-Day launches soon for early access holders and later for the general public. With 115GB install space required, this highly anticipated blockbuster is going to eat up your Xbox’s storage, but with these SSDs and expansion cards, you can fit it in and then some.
Microsoft explains why you can't buy a Surface PC with AMD inside
In case you've ever wondered why you can't find a Surface PC with an AMD chip in it these days, Microsoft says it's simply because its portfolio isn't big enough to accommodate it.
"We are way too self-obsessed": Nadella calls out AI hype, but will Microsoft listen?
Satya Nadella wants AI to focus on practical human utility, but Microsoft’s consumer AI strategy still feels completely out of touch.
Winhanced 0.9.9.9 fixes my biggest complaints of Windows gaming handhelds
Winhanced 0.9.9.9 is now available with a huge selection of new features for Windows gaming handhelds, including friend cards, PC streaming, improved integrations, Windows updates, driver management, and more.
Laffgaff
Which element has the chemical symbol W?
Tungsten.
Door Factory Job
I just started my new job at a door factory. I'm still learning the ins and outs.
Itsfoss
postmarketOS is No More, At Least Under That Name
It took the project 1.5 years before settling on 'Nura' as its new identity.
GhostBSD is Replacing MATE With a New Desktop Named After a Typo
Eric Turgeon has shown off a new desktop environment that would ship with custom components in GhostBSD.