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Watch: How President Lula turned it around to beat Flávio Bolsonaro
Brazil's left-wing President has been elected for a fourth term after narrowly beating right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro in a knife-edge vote.
Two men killed by falling trees as Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 properties without power
An amber wind warning has now expired after severe weather sweeps across the UK.
Elation across Serbia after veteran ruler Vučić concedes to student-led protest movement
The populist right-wing leader of 12 years says it is "clear" his party has lost the vote billed as a referendum on the country's future.
Healey's Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering clouds
The economic is positive now but come January things could become trickier for the Labour government
Funding set to double for plan to get rough sleepers off streets by Christmas
Burnham made ending rough sleeping his first pledge when entering Downing Street in July.
Sharon Osbourne: 'I visit Ozzy's grave every day'
The TV presenter says she can see Ozzy's burial site from her window, and regularly talks to him.
Deeply divided Israel braces for pivotal election
After three years of regional war, this is a battle Israel always knew was coming, writes Lucy Williamson.
Letter making claims about Meghan's father written by his first wife, BBC understands
Roslyn Loveless, who has since died, divorced Meghan's father in 1975. Meghan said she had been informed about the "disturbing allegations" in 2018.
Rapper Nicki Minaj joins Trump onstage at Michigan rally
The Super Bass singer is the latest big name to campaign in Michigan, where a tight Senate race is playing out ahead of the 3 November midterms.
Is 'ferritin face' a real thing - and can you really spot low iron from looks?
Videos in which people claim to spot the signs of low iron have attracted millions of views online.
How a movement of students brought down Serbia's Vučić
In just under two years the students have succeeded in tearing up 14 years of political dominance under Aleksandar Vučić.
Lula wins in Brazil but faces hostile Congress and divided country
President Lula has pulled of a surprise win, but he will face a hostile Congress and a polarised country.
The Papers: 'Budget tax reprieve for pensioners' and 'Meghan dad net to widen'
Stories about the Budget and the investigation into the father of the Duchess of Sussex feature on Monday's front pages.
Data centre debate heats up ahead of US midterms - here's what you need to know
Data centres are the lifeblood of our digital world, but there are growing concerns about their environmental impact. The BBC explores their rise in charts.
Spotify uploads lyrics for Dolly Parton's Welsh version of Jolene in Irish
The single is the second posthumous release from Parton - who was of Welsh descent.
Australian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison
Andre McKechnie, who murdered a property developer, argued it was his right to enjoy Australian culture.
Death toll in Nigeria village raided by gunmen rises to 48, police say
Unidentified gunmen on motorcycles swooped on a remote village on Friday, looting shops and setting houses ablaze.
Board of Deputies of British Jews declares Greens to be racist party
The Jewish body's vote comes in response to the Green Party passing a "Zionism is racism" policy motion.
Couple were celebrating anniversary before Bahamas tragedy
Leanne Gregory, from Stapleford in Nottinghamshire, died trying to save her sons swept out to sea.
Independent review announced into murder of student Henry Nowak
"We must get to truth of what happened before, during and after that awful night," the home secretary says while announcing the review.
Israel and the US are both going to the polls - the consequences will be global
The next fortnight sees two elections on different continents. The outcomes will shape geopolitics and the global economy, writes James Landale
Drivers who killed mum and girl while racing jailed
Hardeep Bhachu and Jasskamal Riyat are warned of the 'irreversible' consequences of their actions.
Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 without power as Met Office issues new wind warning
Around 90,000 properties are without power after Scotland and north England is battered by strong winds.
How 'Lula's Army' WhatsApp channel helped turn Brazil election around
Millions joined a 'Lula's Army' channel that helped to transform online enthusiasm into real-world mobilisation.
Anthropic warns of 'catastrophic risk' to humankind ahead of blockbuster share listing
The company will be the first true artificial intelligence company to go public as tech firms continue to invest heavily in AI.
What is walking down the newly pedestrianised Oxford Street like?
The first phase of the overhaul is expected to be finished by spring 2027.
Chris Brown given suspended eight-month prison sentence over nightclub attack
The R&B star previously pleaded guilty to affray, after attacking a music producer with a glass bottle.
Healey to shield low-income pensioners from income tax in the Budget
Changes are needed to prevent the full, flat-rate state pension becoming liable for income tax after it rises in April.
Burnham leaves door open to referendum on EU free movement
The PM says he wants to start a conversation about potential options for the UK's future relationship with the EU.
Russell Brand asked assistant for female fan phone numbers, court hears
Helen Berger said she left her job working for Brand after she became "sick of him."
Daughter wins £127k claim for caring for mum at home
Bern Rogers says the row with her siblings since her elderly mother died was "harrowing and deeply sad".
Five ways Trump has changed immigration in the US
This is how his signature policy has played out after returning to power promising a closed border and mass deportations.
Faisal Islam: Healey's Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering clouds
The economic is positive now but come January things could become trickier for the Labour government
Tributes paid to man killed by falling tree in Storm Boelo
Richard Baines was the long-serving curator of Logan Botanic Garden near Stranraer.
Lula wins fourth term in dramatic Brazil election comeback
The left-wing incumbent president had lost the first round to right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro.
Consultant doctors in England to strike next month
Senior doctors to stage 48-hour walkout, beginning on 25 November, in dispute over pay and pensions.
US Marine indicted for murder and robbery of woman in Japan
Prosecutors have indicted Devin Jacob Ballard for a killing that has caused outrage in Japan, local media reports.
More than 60 Christians killed in Ethiopia 'massacre', church official says
One resident, whose 75-year-old father was killed, described it as an ambush, saying they were surrounded.
Fans prepare to say goodbye as anime series Bleach officially ends
Twenty-two years after it first aired, one of the biggest animes of all time is coming to an end.
Bournemouth Echo
Remember the mysterious box that washed up on Boscombe beach?
Barnacle-covered box found on Boscombe beach in January 2016 contained foam and carried 83 Columbus crabs across the Atlantic from Bermuda.
Town to welcome gourmet mac and cheese business
A gourmet mac and cheese business is set to open next weekend
New bike repair shop opens after finding gap in market
A new independent bike repair shop has officially opened its doors in Bournemouth, with the owner hoping to fill what he believes has been a gap in the cycling market.
Hypnotherapist shares five tips to manage Halloween anxiety and fear
Bournemouth hypnotherapist Linda Witchell shares five practical tips to manage Halloween anxiety, phobias and panic, including breathing and planning ahead.
Storms Austen and Boelo batter Bournemouth with fallen trees and travel disruption
Bournemouth and surrounding areas have endured a weekend of disruption after Storms Austen and Boelo brought strong winds, heavy rain and fallen trees.
Ricky Gervais to perform live show in Bournemouth in January as part of UK tour
Award-winning comedy icon Ricky Gervais will perform his new show Legend at the Windsor Hall at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) on January 11, 2027.
'Our town is getting better, and I want to see our town feeling safer'
Bournemouth beats AC Milan as Labour investment funds Pokesdown Station upgrades, free breakfast clubs and increased policing across the town.
Plans to demolish garage and build new two-bed house put forward
A proposal to demolish an outbuilding and build a new two-bedroom house in Bournemouth has been put forward
Flood warning issued for Poole Harbour as high tides threaten homes
A flood warning has been issued for Poole Harbour as high tides threaten coastal flooding this evening.
Fire crews called to Royal Bournemouth Hospital over reported gas leak alarm
Fire crews were called to Royal Bournemouth Hospital on Sunday afternoon after reports of a gas leak.
65mph winds expected to lash the south coast tonight as Met Office issues new warning
Yellow weather warning issued as 65mph winds and heavy rain forecast
Poole proposal to prune protected trees overhanging South Western Railway depot
A proposal to prune protected trees overhanging a railway train shed in Poole has been put forward
Bournemouth family home plan submitted to become children’s home for three
A proposal to turn a five-bedroom family home in Bournemouth into a children’s home has been put forward
Council orders removal of fences and dead hedge from untidy land
A landowner has been ordered to clear an untidy plot in Christchurch after complaints it harms neighbourhood amenity
Plan to convert hobbies room in garden into family accommodation
Poole planning application seeks to convert a detached hobbies room at 2 Stevenson Crescent into family-only annex accommodation. Consultation ends November 9.
Wetherspoons speaks out after claims people wearing poppies were banned from pub
Wetherspoon has strongly denied banning veterans from wearing poppies in its pubs.
Review - Transvision Vamp turn back the clock at Bournemouth’s O2 Academy
Transvision Vamp’s first tour for 35 years brought a welcome blast of late-eighties attitude to Bournemouth’s O2 Academy, with frontwoman Wendy James demonstrating that the voice and stage presence which helped make the band such distinctive figures of the era remain...
Dorset field centre to add facilities for transgender pupils and others
Dorset Council plans Leeson House upgrades for transgender pupils, adding showers, toilets and private facilities at the Langton Matravers field centre.
Man pleads guilty to smuggling 17 Albanians into Dorset on yacht
A man who attempted to smuggle 17 Albanian nationals into Portland Harbour before his yacht was intercepted by Border Sercurity Command has pleaded guilty.
Police control rooms celebrated for handling more than 340,000 calls and reports
Dorset Police are shining a spotlight on the vital work of their control room teams.
Jealous stalker hid in bush before punching ex-girlfriend's new partner 19 times
A man hid in a bush outside his ex-girlfriend’s house before attacking her new partner after watching them kiss.
Plans for seven homes at former pub rejected over environmental concerns
The Lamb Inn in Ringwood, located on Hightown Road, was the focus of a planning application from Monsreed Developments Ltd to create seven homes and a commercial unit.
Power cut hits homes and businesses in Hamworthy
A power cut has hit homes and businesses in Hamworthy this morning.
Southern Water hopes to complete New Forest roadworks before December deadline
Holbury to Fawley motorists face weeks of disruption on Long Copse as Southern Water replaces a major main, with traffic controls until December 19.
Sainsbury's reintroduces scheme to give some families £18 boost ahead of Christmas
Sainsbury’s is reintroducing its Healthy Start top-up scheme, which will be available for six weeks in the build-up to Christmas
Millions of UK TVs to get 12 new free channels not available on Freeview
The 12 new channels will launch on Freely, the broadband-based TV platform developed by Everyone TV.
Conservatives select Poole businesswoman as parliamentary candidate
A chartered town planner has been chosen as the Conservative parliamentary candidate for Poole.
Plans submitted for three new homes on land next to 19th century post office
The scheme, proposed for land off Salisbury Road, is being considered by New Forest District Council and includes a new vehicular access as part of the development.
Plans to demolish old house and replace it with three new homes refused
The proposals, submitted by Balson Homes Limited, concerned 93 Hightown Road in Ringwood and were refused by New Forest District Council on Wednesday, October 14.
Six young people banned from Bournemouth town centre after dangerous incident
Six youths have been banned from Bournemouth town centre for 48 hours after being found in a dangerous location above Commercial Road during the school holidays.
Waitrose forced to apologise after making Christmas food error on its website
Waitrose has apologised after the wrong image appeared online for its No.1 Yule Log Sausage Roll.
3 checks you need to do to avoid losing £700 buying a second-hand car
Motoring experts from Halfords and Tempcover have shared some advice on what checks to make to avoid wasting money buying a second-hand car
State pension age could be cut to 65 under calls that would free up jobs for young
A petition calling for the UK state pension age to be cut to 65 for everyone has passed 100,000 signatures
Millions of TV users urged to make 1 change this week or lose films and shows
Millions of TV users could lose any purchased films or TV box sets this week if they don't make one change before November 1.
Dorset's tourism businesses celebrate at awards held at Bournemouth hotel
Dorset Tourism Awards celebrate 67 tourism awards, including Birds of Poole Harbour as Winner of Winners, at Bournemouth’s Marsham Court Hotel on October 22.
Double Olympic boxing champion Nicola Adams OBE praises Dorset woman's transformation
A slimmer has reached the semi-finals of a national weight loss competition after shedding nearly 10 stone.
Final three months of year could be make-or-break for some Dorset businesses
UK corporate insolvencies fell 4.6% year on year to 1,882 in September, but Azets warns rising costs, shrinking profits and debts threaten firms.
Mayor of Bournemouth cuts ribbon at Bournemouth care home's new Men's Shed
The Mayor of Bournemouth, Roberto Rocca, visited the not-for-profit Care South's Castle Dene care home on Throop Road to launch the Castle Dene Men’s Shed.
Bournemouth Rotary president completes 100-mile Jurassic Coast charity challenge
Bournemouth Rotary president Keith Loveless completes 100-mile Jurassic Coast charity walk, raising £1,000 for three Dorset causes including Hope for Food.
Business leader calls for tariffs on fabricated steel imports to protect UK jobs
A business leader has called for immediate government action on steel tariffs.
Poole could win £20,000 for community project in high street revival scheme
Poole has been entered into a national scheme that could see it win £20,000 for a community project.
Residents at Dorset care home take centre stage during recent magic show
Fernhill dementia care home near Bournemouth hosted magician Andrew Scarratt for an interactive magic show, bringing laughter and wonder to Dorset residents.
Dorset community invited by housebuilder to nominate good cause for £1k donation
Taylor Wimpey Southern Counties has launched a community chest competition in Bryanston, offering the chance for a local cause to win a £1,000 grand prize.
Rising star of soul music to perform in Bournemouth tomorrow as part of UK tour
Soul star Brooke Combe brings her UK tour to Bournemouth’s O2 Academy on October 27, supporting Jalen N’Gonda with new single Love Was Made Of Stone.
Dorset Freemasons backs charity supporting young carers with £50,000 grant
Dorset Freemasons give MYTIME Young Carers £50,000 to fund Making Memories days, helping young carers enjoy kayaking, climbing and other outdoor activities.
Primary school celebrates 170 years with reunion of nearly 200 alumni
A primary school marked its 170th anniversary with a special reunion attended by nearly 200 former pupils, staff, and families.
Dorset Police sergeant receives national recognition for her "unwavering" commitment
A Dorset Police sergeant has received national recognition after being named the NPCC Response Sergeant of the Year at the Police Federation annual conference.
Dorset sparkling wine chosen for royal banquet hosted by King Charles III
Dorset sparkling wine from Langham Wine Estate was served at King Charles III’s Windsor Castle exclusive state banquet for Oman’s Sultan on October 20.
New Forest housebuilder delivers construction-themed school assembly
Pennyfarthing Homes visited St Luke’s C of E Primary School on October 16 to deliver a talk on health and safety around building sites.
New project aiming to understand experiences of people ageing without children
Dorset Council and Help and Kindness launch project to improve support for older people ageing without children by listening to residents’ experiences.
Minister visits school as breakfast club boosts attendance
A Bournemouth school has seen attendance rise after launching a free breakfast club for pupils last month.
Bournemouth Writing Festival returns with hybrid format and 55 online sessions
Bournemouth Writing Festival returns April 23-25 with a hybrid programme of 55 virtual talks, masterclasses, Dorset events and community writing projects.
Formula 1
Wolff hails Antonelli’s ‘best race’ in Austin
Toto Wolff has explained why he rates Kimi Antonelli’s dominant United States Grand Prix victory as his “best race” yet, while offering an insight into the championship leader’s relaxed mindset.
What the teams said – Race day in the United States
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from race day at the Circuit of The Americas for the United States Grand Prix.
All the key moments from the 2026 United States Grand Prix
The Circuit of The Americas put on another show as Kimi Antonelli beat Charles Leclerc to bring the Drivers' Championship within his reach.
Hamilton singles out his ‘biggest issue’ in US GP
Lewis Hamilton highlighted problems with the balance of his car as he finished in fourth, while Charles Leclerc claimed another podium in Austin.
How ‘everything went wrong’ for Red Bull in United States GP
Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar were left frustrated after they were held back by problems for Red Bull at the United States Grand Prix.
Norris admits McLaren are 'just not quick enough'
Reigning World Champion Lando Norris was honest about where McLaren struggled to perform after a tough weekend at the United States Grand Prix.
Russell at a loss to explain United States GP struggles
George Russell was left searching for answers as a lack of pace, as well as a five-second penalty, saw him settle for an eighth-placed result.
Antonelli hoping to win title ‘very soon’ after ‘perfect’ US GP
A dominant victory at the United States Grand Prix has taken Kimi Antonelli even closer to winning the Drivers’ Championship.
Leclerc your US GP Driver of the Day after fighting drive to P2
Charles Leclerc scored his second P2 on the bounce after a feisty drive in Austin again put the Ferrari star on the podium. No one could catch Kimi Antonelli, but Leclerc enjoyed a race-long scrap for second place with old adversary Max Verstappen.
Antonelli surges to dominant victory in United States GP
Kimi Antonelli may not have secured the Drivers' Championship in Austin, but a commanding performance earned him victory over Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.
Russell struggling with 'difficult' operating window – Wolff
Toto Wolff believes George Russell has struggled to get the most out of Mercedes’ W17 this season due to a “difficult” operating window, with the Briton only finishing eighth in last weekend’s United States Grand Prix.
5 Winners and 5 Losers from Austin
Kimi Antonelli moved to the brink of his first world title with a superb drive in the United States Grand Prix. But as the Italian champion elect celebrated a commanding victory in Austin, others didn’t have much to write home about. Lawrence Barretto selects his winners and losers at the Circuit of The Americas.
Stella reflects on McLaren's US GP after missing podium
Andrea Stella believes that McLaren matched the performance of Ferrari and Red Bull during the United States Grand Prix, despite Lando Norris eventually slipping to fifth last weekend.
Antonelli and Mercedes 'faster than us' in US GP – Mekies
Red Bull's Laurent Mekies admits that Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes were "faster than us" in last weekend's United States Grand Prix, as Max Verstappen could only finish third.
Vasseur admits to 'frustration' as 'pace was there' to win
The United States Grand Prix weekend was something of a mixed one for Ferrari, and in the end a solid second place was not quite enough for Charles Leclerc, who made it clear that he wanted more.
The single lap that cost Leclerc a shot at victory in Austin
Michael Lamonato assesses what might have been for Charles Leclerc after his P2 result in the United States Grand Prix.
MS Dynamics
Helping contact center admins discover what matters, where they work
Discover how the new What’s New experience in Dynamics 365 Contact Center helps admins find AI-powered capabilities, guidance, and updates where they already work.
The post Helping contact center admins discover what matters, where they work appeared first on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog.
Windows Central
Windows Wrap: Even Microsoft's own XBOX team didn't want Windows 11
A reported dispute inside Microsoft raises questions about whether Windows 11 is suitable for the company's next-generation XBOX plans.
#SaveMassEffect goes live in NY Times Square
The #SaveMassEffect campaign now has a billboard live in NY Times Square
Microsoft's new Edge option for Mac trades speed for stability, and that's a good thing
Microsoft is bringing the Edge Extended Stable channel to macOS, giving organizations an eight-week feature update cycle and more time to test browser changes.
Xbox announces T-Mix with T-Mobile
US T-Mobile customers can now get Xbox Game Pass with their cellular plans
Dell’s new monitor price cuts offer sweet spots between productivity and gaming
Dell is offering several monitors for avid PC users looking for smoother refresh rates and sharper images for tackling mountains of digital paperwork or beating rival players in online competitive games.
The nominees for Golden Joystick's 'Ultimate Game of the Year' are unveiled
The 44th Golden Joystick Awards show is drawing nearer, and the candidates for the "Ultimate Game of the Year" award have been announced. Here are the nominees, where you can vote for the winner, and how long the voting will stay open.
New Surface Laptop Ultra firmware update fixes screen flickering and long reboot times
Microsoft has issued its first post-launch firmware update for Surface Laptop Ultra that addresses some of the biggest issues users have noticed since launch over a week ago.
Microsoft will finally replace Bing shortcut posing as a Windows 11 speed test
Microsoft is turning a controversial Bing shortcut into a proper Windows 11 feature. The updated speed test tool works directly from Quick Settings rather than opening your browser.
Windows and Xbox clash over Project Helix | Windows Central Podcast
On this week's episode: Windows and Xbox teams clash over the future of Xbox's console OS
Xbox Series S unlocks a rare UK discount to just £299.99
Xbox Series S is currently on sale for an actually reasonable £299.99 in the UK right now.
Laffgaff
Which penguin species lives near the equator?
Galapagos penguin.
Mice And Rats
My friend told me he had set up a business washing mice and rats. I thought it was dodgy at first, but then I realized it was squeaky clean.
Itsfoss
Systemd Creator’s Startup Opens Signups for Private Preview of its Linux System
Amutable Foundations is a read-only, image-based system where every machine produces signed reports of its own state.