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Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to say
The proposed radical overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.
Government could force media industry to improve safeguards after Walliams allegations
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy could force participation in an industry watchdog to protect whistleblowers, the BBC understands.
Poundland set for more time to secure a rescue deal as emergency talks continue
The BBC understands the discount chain, which has been edging towards administration, will be given more time to find a buyer.
Significant drop in levels of toxic 'forever' chemicals in England's rivers
The decline has been put down to severe restrictions placed on the substances' use.
Are max strength cold and flu pills worth the money?
Some cold and flu remedies cost 20 times as much as a basic pack of paracetamol or ibuprofen.
Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Following a ceremony marking Veterans Day, a group that included Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was shouted at to be quiet.
Lego marketplace BrickLink offline after 'unusual activity' detected
Known as the eBay of Lego, it has been down for three days and is yet to disclose what caused the shutdown.
Survivor pulled from rubble of deadly building collapse in New York
Two people are dead and several others injured as rescuers scour the debris in Brooklyn.
Sunbed firms must not downplay cancer risk, says watchdog
The advertising watchdog says they also must not make misleading claims that sunbeds can treat skin conditions or improve mental health.
Democrat Scott Colom seals historic win in Mississippi Senate race
Colom is the first black person from the southern state elected to the US Senate in over 140 years.
Burnham's push for closer EU ties causes ripples in his party and others
Ahead of a week which will focus minds on the UK's relationship with the bloc, the prime minister's stance on Europe is causing MPs to think about their leaders' individual strategy.
'You're triggering me': How to understand your therapy-speak teen
Words most often heard in the therapist's chair have made their way into day-to-day conversation - here's a parents' guide to understanding it.
How much art does your council own and is it locked away or on display?
More than 500,000 pieces of art are owned by 225 councils, the BBC finds, but most of it is storage.
Trying Tourette's device was the best day of my life
Katie is one of many that say a device developed by researchers in Nottingham helped calm her symptoms.
The Papers: 'TV industry must tackle abuse' and Cameron tells PM 'Don't rejoin the EU'
Many papers report on the ongoing fallout following the publication of allegations against entertainer David Walliams.
Watch: Moment historic ship sinks off the coast of Florida
The SS United States, an historic ocean liner which has been out of commission for decades, will become the world's largest artificial underwater reef.
Clashes erupt in Barcelona after thousands join Spain general strike
Tens of thousands of people have been taking part in the strike, called by the country's main unions over housing and the high cost of living.
Thousands of schools in Italy, Scotland and Northern Ireland hit by threats in suspected bomb hoax
More than 6,000 Italian schools received a threat. Authorities in all three countries say there appears to be no risk to the public.
Scottish DJ, 32, confirmed as victim of Krakow shooting
The man, who is understood to be James Thomas Campbell from Prestwick, died when a lone gunman opened fire in central Krakow on Saturday.
Australian teen missing in bush for six days rescued alive
The 17-year-old's mum has joked that he is "grounded for life" and "never leaving the house again".
British soldier charged with rape of woman serving in Cyprus
Lance Corporal Nicholas Horne serving in The Highlanders was arrested and charged in October.
Missing 11-month-old baby rescued after being buried alive in a crate in South Carolina
Officials say the child was found close to his father's home on Tuesday, a day after he was taken, and is being cared for in hospital.
The rise and fall of Jensen Huang - how the tech superstar became mired in scandal
Within days, Huang's status as a seemingly untouchable figure leading the global tech race has crumbled.
Faisal Islam: Why the UK economy is surprisingly resilient
The UK is seeing impressive growth, but will it last?
Teenage girl admits murder in row over boy
Kayla Smith, 18, pleads guilty to the murder of Chloe Watson Dransfield, who she stabbed to death.
Ukraine says military Starlink disrupted again as US envoys meet Putin in Moscow
Later on Thursday, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff will travel to Dublin to meet Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky.
'We've got to run': Inside ruined Ukraine power plant under constant drone threat
Dan Johnson visits one of the country's largest power stations, barely left standing after a ballistic missile strike by Russia.
Two men found guilty of spying for Iran over plan to target UK-based journalists
The men were convicted of engaging in conduct likely to assist an Iranian intelligence service.
Israeli strike on Gaza hospital kills six Palestinians, health ministry says
Witnesses say a missile hit a building containing the surgical wards and intensive care units at Nasser hospital, the largest in southern Gaza.
Watch: 'Life-changing moment' boy turns on Tourette syndrome device to help stop tics
The wrist device, which has been developed by researchers in Nottingham, has been described as "life-changing".
What we know as Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns over affair allegations
The billionaire tech executive has left the company following reports of a second extramarital affair.
Schools, libraries and parents face 'difficult decision' over David Walliams books
Some schools remove the children's author's books from their libraries after allegations against him.
Drugs running was like 'a paper round' for exploited son, mum says
More younger children are targeted by gangs as exploitation jumps by 85% in five years, BBC finds.
Before Scott Colom, these two men were the last black US senators from Mississippi
The Democratic candidate won in a southern state that had not seated a black senator since 1874.
Poundland gets more time to secure a rescue deal as emergency talks continue
A deadline to secure a buyer was set to expire at midnight, but the retailer now has an extra 10 days to find a buyer.
Burnham says climate consensus 'gone' but pledges 'new era of leadership' in COP31 speech
PM Andy Burnham was addressing delegates at the COP31 UN climate summit in Antalya, Turkey.
Fourteen dead after truck loses control in 23-vehicle crash in UAE
Authorities say the driver lost control and collided with 23 vehicles including five trucks in the traffic.
Activist Daniel Thomas admits criminal damage after slashing migrant dinghy in Channel
Activist Danny Tommo pleads guilty to criminal damage at Portsmouth Crown Court.
Russell Brand's social media accounts disabled by Meta
It comes after the 51-year-old disgraced entertainer was sentenced to 10-and-a-half-years in prison.
Eight killed in Colombian air strike targeting Gulf Clan gang
A suspected gang leader considered a "priority target" was among those killed, the Colombian president says.
Resident Evil Requiem sweeps Golden Joystick Awards
The latest instalment in the franchise, which is marking 30 years, bagged the top prize.
Bournemouth Echo
The lost Bournemouth shopping centre that paved the way for Castlepoint
Bournemouth’s Hampshire Centre history, from Woolco’s opening on October 29, 1968, to Castlepoint’s October 27, 2003 launch and traffic chaos.
Council aiming to reopen Charminster Library in early December
BCP Council is aiming to open a library in Bournemouth in early December, nearly a year after it was closed due to a partial ceiling collapse
Student nurse 'heartbroken' after claims she was kicked off course due to disability
A student nurse has accused Bournemouth University of removing her from her course following concerns about her disabilities.
BCP residents facing barriers offered 25 per cent leisure membership discount
A new scheme aims to make leisure activities more affordable for those who need it most.
‘Cowards’ who broke man’s jaw in unprovoked Bournemouth nightclub attack avoid prison
Two men who broke one man’s jaw and assaulted another in an unprovoked attack at Cameo have been branded 'cowards'.
Community bandstand defaced with graffiti as resident says ASB is on the rise
A community bandstand in Southbourne has been covered in graffiti, just months after a resident volunteered his time to help restore it.
Car parks and shopping centres among sites assessed by BCP for homes
Car parks, hotels and land are among sites being considered for homes in BCP Council’s Local Plan consultation
SOBO contract suspended as council receives formal legal challenge
Tom Hayes and Bobbie Dove have welcomed and criticised BCP Council after a controversial Southbourne seafront contract was suspended amid legal proceedings.
Large emergency response after fight breaks out involving crowbar and pieces of wood
A fight involving a crowbar broke out among a group of people in Christchurch, with police making two arrests.
New Forest theme park confirms popular fan event will not return for 2027
Fans of Paultons Park will have to wait to find out whether a popular event will return after the attraction confirmed it will not take place next year. The Hampshire theme park has ruled out holding its annual Super Fans Day in 2027 and has not revealed when the gathering could be staged again. …
Controversial 71-home scheme scrapes through by one vote
A highly contentious housing scheme has narrowly scraped through after a knife-edge vote by councillors.
Vacant commercial building in Dorset town centre goes under the hammer
Gillingham High Street commercial property attracts an accepted post-auction offer, with lapsed plans for three flats and a £145,000-£155,000 guide price.
Tougher powers against sex offenders introduced after questioning by Dorset MP
Government bans sex offenders on licence from using smart glasses and wearable recording technology, alongside GPS monitoring and restriction zones.
Dorset tech firm moves global headquarters to Westbourne after rapid growth
Dorset technology firm Green IP is moving its global headquarters to Westbourne after growing from five to 25 staff, now with plans to reach 47 employees.
Sophie Ellis-Bextor to bring Christmas Kitchen Disco Tour to Bournemouth in 2027
Sophie Ellis-Bextor brings her Christmas Kitchen Disco Tour to Bournemouth International Centre on November 27, 2027. Tickets go on sale November 20.
Two cars crash into railing and traffic light at busy roundabout
A traffic light was left tilted after a two-vehicle crash forced the closure of part of a busy roundabout.
'I feel bullied and hounded': Woman's fight to save popular Airbnb
A Christchurch woman claims BCP Council ruined her retirement plans after ordering her successful garden Airbnb near Mudeford Quay to stop operating.
Tributes paid to 'deeply missed' Moors Valley Railway founder
Tributes have been paid to the man who built Moors Valley Railway from scratch and died earlier this month after a short illness.
Motorbike rider flees after crashing into and injuring two-year-old dog
A two-year-old Jack Russell suffered an eye injury after a motorbike crashed into the dog and sped away from the scene.
LIVE- Long delays as two vehicles crash near Castlepoint
Good afternoon. There has been a two vehicle crash near Castlepoint. We have a reporter at the scene and will bring you updates as we get them.
Man comes forward after theft at Bournemouth store
Dorset Police say a man has come forward after a CCTV appeal over the October 20 card reader theft at Ingenious Mobiles in Bournemouth. Enquiries continue.
Police issue update on machete chase suspect
Police have issued a fresh update on the hunt for a suspect accused of chasing a man with a machete through a Bournemouth pub.
Police seeking to identify owner of 'impressive collection of green plants'
Police have made a cheeky appeal after finding a barrel of plants inside an empty business.
Man sentenced for growing cannabis plant in his home
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistates' Court:
Rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for more than 200 times face value on eBay
Released by the Royal Mint in 2009, the Kew Gardens design had a circulating mintage of 210,000.
BBC TV Licence fee reduced from £180 to £7.50 for some in UK - are you eligible?
Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on
Bournemouth strip club licence hearing hears safety concerns
A Bournemouth strip club's licence hearing heard opposing arguments over women's safety and the surrounding area.
Bournemouth sex shop renewal plans heard by committee
Plans to renew a Bournemouth sex shop licence have been heard by committee after four objections were submitted to the plans.
Christmas festivities begin across BCP this week
Residents and visitors across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole can look forward to a packed schedule of festivities kicking off this week for the Christmas period.
Driver on the run after late-night crash
A hit-and-run driver who crashed into parked vehicles is being sought by police.
New illegal Fire Stick warning issued as police investigating financial records
Those using illegal Fire Sticks have been warned that police are now using financial records to find those culpable.
Post Office urges retailers to keep crucial option open to customers
The Post Office is urging retailers to continue to accept cash payments following digital payment outages.
Bournemouth MP backs bid to stop taxpayers funding neglectful property owners
Bournemouth MP Tom Hayes backs plans to stop taxpayers funding neglectful landlords, tackle derelict high street buildings and strengthen council powers.
Pub group with various Dorset pubs raises a glass to strong year of trading
Dorset pubs including The Museum Inn and Pavilion Arms report strong trading, as Butcombe Group posts 8.1% Q3 sales growth and Christmas bookings rise.
Mayor of Bournemouth launches charity's Christmas appeal to tackle homelessness
Bournemouth Mayor Roberto Rocca backs Hope HTS’s Christmas appeal, urging £1 donations to help people experiencing homelessness move towards independence.
Britain's 'favourite school teacher' to perform at Ringwood venue next year
James B Partridge brings his Primary School Bangers Tour to The Barn, Ringwood, on May 7, 2027, after sell-out shows and huge demand for school singalongs.
Theatre company leaves lasting legacy following closure
A theatre company that brought live performances to rural communities for more than four decades is leaving a lasting legacy following its closure.
Dorset stockpiles 12,000 tonnes of salt as winter gritting teams prepare
More than 12,000 tonnes of salt have been stockpiled as gritting teams gear up for the winter season.
Man sentenced for fraudulent advertising of beach hut hire
The following cases were heard at Poole Magistrates' Court:
Choral composition at Lighthouse Poole nominated at the Ivors Composer Awards
Richard Blackford’s The Black Lake, performed by Bournemouth Symphony Chorus at Lighthouse Poole, earns a Ivors Composer Awards nomination for choral music.
New collection of 15 affordable shared ownership homes launches in Dorset
Abri Homes launches 15 Shared Ownership homes in Upton, Dorset, near Poole, with two and three-bedroom properties from £122,500 for a 35% share.
Poole student art exhibition tackles gender-based violence ahead of UN campaign
Soroptimist International Bournemouth will stage a student art exhibition addressing gender-based violence in Poole this month.
Unpaid carers urged to discover their rights at free BCP support event next week
Free BCP Carers Rights Day 2026 event in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole offers unpaid carers advice, legal guidance and support on November 17.
Bournemouth councillors launch clean-up campaign to tackle graffiti and litter
Bournemouth Town Councillors Michael Labidi and Karen Hay are rolling up their sleeves this Saturday, November 14, as part of a new initiative to tackle graffiti, litter and neglected areas across Bournemouth town centre.
New Forest District Council commemorates Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day
New Forest District Council honours the Armed Forces at Remembrance events in Lyndhurst, Totton, Sway and New Milton, including Armistice Day tributes.
Poole care home resident, 82, lays handmade wreaths at Remembrance ceremony
Poole care home resident Willow Ellis laid handmade Remembrance Sunday wreaths for Kingland House residents at a November 8 ceremony, honouring Armed Forces.
Youth workers and community leaders in BCP celebrate National Youth Work Week
Dorset youth workers celebrate National Youth Work Week as AIMCommunity announces a February 25, 2027 symposium for BCP charities, schools and partners.
Free short film screening spotlighting SEN crisis comes to Bournemouth next week
Free Bournemouth screening of Unauthorised Absence on November 18 explores the struggles of families supporting neurodiverse children and a failing system.
Ringwood Winter Wanderland returns with 80 market stalls and Christmas parade
Thousands are expected to fill the streets for a day of festive fun.
'Exceptional' hotel in New Forest countryside named one of the best in the world
Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa, located close to New Milton, has earned a spot on La Liste’s 2026 ranking of the top 1,000 hotels globally.
Government
Online Platforms (Regulation) Bill
A Bill to impose duties on providers of online platforms in relation to the prevention of harm arising from user-generated content and interactions; to make provision about transparency in content moderation, algorithms and advertising practices; to establish a regulator of online platforms; to make provision about the powers and duties of that regulator, including provision relating to complaints, investigations, penalties and redress; to make consequential provision relating to the powers and duties of other regulators; and for connected purposes.
Compulsory Purchase (Fees) Bill
A Bill to make provision about excluding legal and professional fees from compensation payable by local authorities to persons whose properties are, in certain circumstances, subject to a compulsory purchase order; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
Trivia: False Start
Tsolov to serve as Red Bull and Racing Bulls reserve driver
Formula 2 racer Nikola Tsolov will step up to a role as Red Bull and Racing Bulls’ reserve driver next season.
Russell launches new karting academy for young racers
Mercedes driver George Russell has founded a karting academy to support and develop the next generation of young racers.
Why Racing Bulls stuck with Lawson and Lindblad
Racing Bulls have retained Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad for 2027, but with Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov pushing for promotion, Lawrence Barretto looks at why they decided against a change?
Lawson and Lindblad to remain at Racing Bulls for 2027
Racing Bulls will retain their current pairing of Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad for the upcoming 2027 season.
Windows Central
Microsoft will finally let you turn off AI features in Bing
A new browser extension and operator tag will allow users to turn off all AI features in Bing search results.
At $1,300, this Lenovo laptop was hard to recommend. At $600? That’s interesting.
Best Buy has stamped another laptop with an early Black Friday discount, this time for the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i. If you've been holding off on a discount for this normally steep, mid-range laptop with smooth multitasking performance and crisp 2K resolution, now's your chance, as it's now $700 cheaper.
The Logitech MX Master 4 is supposed to make me more productive. I keep using it as a toy instead.
The Logitech MX Master 4 Developer Edition supports Windows 11 haptics, but its biggest surprise may be how fun it is to play with.
Microsoft wants developers spending less time cleaning up AI-generated code
Microsoft rebuilt Copilot Chat in Visual Studio and says the updated experience completes more coding tasks using the same AI models.
'Xbox Playback' is Microsoft's gaming Spotify Wrapped on steroids — Get yours now
To celebrate Xbox's 25th, Microsoft has launched Xbox Playback, which will round up your gaming stats and career across the years.
Counterpoint to Katsuhiro Harada: Why the Xbox Series S deserves praise, not blame
In response to Tekken director Katsuhiro Harada's criticism, this I argue that the Xbox Series S isn't holding gaming back, it forces developers to optimize cleanly across all platforms and remains the most affordable entry point for everyday gamers ahead of GTA 6
NVIDIA's future is uncertain after CEO Jensen Huang's departure
NVIDIA co-founder and (former) CEO resigned today, and the future of the company is uncertain. Many already believe things will get worse for GeForce consumers, but I want to know your thoughts.
Microsoft confirms an Outlook bug caused emails to bounce instead of reaching inboxes
Some emails sent to Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, and MSN accounts weren't even filtered into spam, let alone sent to the right inbox. Microsoft's servers rejected them before delivery.
I’m skeptical of Apex’s DLSS-beating claims, but this free tool deserves a look
Apex Compute recently went live with its Apex Neural Rendering (ANR) tech, which the company says is up to 2.4x faster than NVIDIA DLSS. I don't know if those claims are true, but the fact that it's arriving for so many older GPUs is certainly enticing.
The Xbox DuchesS controller has a new "Blue Rock" variant available for pre-ordering
Hyperkin has announced a new "Blue Rock" color scheme for its Xbox DuchesS controller to celebrate the Xbox's 25th anniversary. It's now available to pre-order on Hyperkin's website and Amazon for $49.99.
Laffgaff
What does the ‘T’ in Captain James T. Kirk stand for?
Tiberius.
Lawnmower
I put vodka in the lawnmower because gas was too expensive. Now the grass is half-cut!
Itsfoss
FOSS Weekly #26.46: Mint 27 Features, Kora OS, de-Googled Life, Passbolt, Package Manager and More Linux Stuff
Linux Mint 27 is shaping nicely for its Christmas release.
Learn Linux and Cybersecurity Skills With Hands-on Interactive Labs
LabEx is an AI-assisted educational platform that focuses on learning-by-doing by providing you hands-on labs, flashcards, quizzes, and playgrounds to practice in simulated environment.
Agent Name Service is Now Part of The Linux Foundation
ANS lets AI agents prove who they are, much like a domain name and its certificate do for a website.