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Superdry co-founder was my boss when he raped me
The woman raped by James Holder exclusively reveals she worked for him and had to face him days after he attacked her.
Why Starmer's defence plan leaves next PM with £4.7bn headache
Keir Starmer announces extra defence spending - but the subject will still be one of the trickiest issues in his successor's in-tray.
Plea for households to read energy meter as prices rise
Household energy prices have risen by 13% a year as regulator Ofgem's latest price cap kicks in.
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
Trump made more than $1bn from crypto in first year back in office
The president's crypto income far outpaces his earnings from real estate and Trump-themed items such as watches.
Three-year-old rescued and taken to hospital six days after Venezuela quake
Video footage shows rescuers cheering as the child is pulled from rubble in La Guaira state.
Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog
Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts.
E-scooters being advertised for commuting despite UK road ban
A Press Association investigation found major retailers advertising e-scooters for "commuting" and "urban riding".
UK charities launch Venezuela earthquakes appeal
At least 1,700 people have died and tens of thousands are feared missing after the twin quakes.
US Supreme Court has dealt heavy defeats to Trump, while expanding his power
The birthright ruling brings to an end a Supreme Court term that has delivered the president some key victories.
Will Starmer's plan for defence help UK hit Nato's spending target?
BBC Verify looks at what the big numbers around the Defence Investment Plan mean for spending on the military and hitting the government's pledges.
Canada celebrates its birthday as Mark Carney battles to keep it intact
As Canadians celebrate their nation's birthday, independence movements in two provinces are eyeing the exit from the country.
Anthropic says US lifts export ban on its advanced AI tools
Fable and Mythos were abruptly suspended in June over concerns that they could be used by hackers.
Patient tests negative after Ebola alert at Glasgow hospital
Precautionary measures were taken after the patient was admitted to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital early on Tuesday.
'Normal birth drive' criticism removed from maternity report, expert claims
Dr Bill Kirkup says he resigned from a government-commissioned review into NHS maternity services over the omission.
Afghan Taliban launch strikes on border with Pakistan as tensions escalate
Pakistan's military says it shot down four rudimentary drones and will respond to any further provocation.
'Defence black hole' and 'Starmer's gift to Burnham'
Many of Wednesday's papers lead on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan released yesterday.
Starmer trims budgets to fund extra £15bn for defence
The plan outlines how billions will be spent on equipping the UK armed forces in the years ahead.
A plane crashed into a tower in Beijing but China is not saying what happened
The collision left holes on the side of the tower, but Beijing has scrubbed other visible traces of the incident.
Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticised what she called a missing £5bn in the defence investment plan.
Is Burnham facing a £5bn defence 'black hole'?
BBC Verify investigates whether a shortfall in funding for the government's defence investment plan is a "black hole".
Tens of thousands rush for tickets to see Bayeux Tapestry in UK
The historic masterpiece will travel from France to go on display on UK soil for the first time.
Two people climb to top of NYC's Empire State Building
At one point while at the top of the building, one individual appeared to propose marriage to the other.
Judge 'wrong' to spare boy rapists from custody, court told
Three teenage boys convicted of rape should have been detained, the Court of Appeal hears.
Teachers in England to get 3.5% pay rise
Schools will need to fund some of the rise, which unions say will further stretch existing budgets.
Up to 150 ex-WHSmith High Street stores to close as rescue deal approved
The sweeping restructuring, approved by a court, will see steep rent cuts on most remaining stores.
Nowak case officers face gross misconduct investigation
Henry Nowak, 18, was handcuffed as he lay dying after being stabbed by Vickrum Digwa in December 2025.
Village People frontman Victor Willis dies aged 74
Victor Willis was the band's frontman and co-wrote most of their hit songs including YMCA.
Man spends £40k house deposit on dad's World Cup dream
Jack Goodwin describes it as a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" for him and his father.
Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
A plane crashed into a tower in Beijing but China is not saying what happened
The collision left holes on the side of the tower, but Beijing has scrubbed other visible traces of the incident.
It looks like an ordinary house - but our tropical garden is packed with poisonous plants
The garden was once a sun trap with decking - it is now filled with tropical trees and ferns shading it.
Is it really happening this weekend? What we do and don't know about Taylor Swift's wedding
The couple has been mum about their upcoming nuptials, but speculation has mounted about a multi-day celebration at Madison Square Garden.
A trip to India left me with 38 parasites in my brain
Lowri's headaches, seizures and psychosis were due to an infection caused by pork tapeworm larvae.
Watch: Moment man climbs balcony to escape Antwerp fire
In footage taken at the scene in Belgium, a man is seemingly helped into a neighbouring window.
18-year-old dies on Duke of Edinburgh expedition
Police, mountain rescue volunteers and firefighters were called to the search in Glasbury, Powys.
'Time for him to pay' - Carroll calls on Trump to pay $5m after president's appeal fails
The writer's lawyers say Trump wants to delay paying the damages awarded by a jury that found the president liable for sexually abusing and defaming her.
PlayStation will stop releasing games on discs in 2028
The firm said future games would still be sold in shops, but they would come with a digital code only.
Controversial bishops ordained as Pope warns of 'schism' in Catholic Church
Thousands of worshippers attended a ceremony in the Swiss Alps as part of the breakaway Society of Saint Pius X.
Two dead after plane crashed during flight experience
The two-seat Cessna plane comes down off Mill Lane in High Ongar during a 30-minute flying experience on Tuesday.
Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog
Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts.
Bournemouth Echo
South coast heroes to be praised as England prepare for World Cup clash
Now feels an appropriate time to honour the local stars who have helped pave England’s footballing way.
Nostalgic look back at the dawn of Bournemouth's sandcastle competition
For generations, the Dorset coast’s annual sandcastle competitions have morphed from humble, homespun fun into elaborate displays .
Crossbow and other weapons seized during police raid in Bournemouth
A crossbow and a machete were among a collection of weapons seized after a recent county lines police raid in Bournemouth.
'I took the driving theory test to see if I could pass again - this is what happened'
Thirty years after its introduction, the driving theory test continues to challenge both new and experienced motorists.
Bournemouth flasher jailed for eight months - In the Dock
The following cases were heard at Weymouth Magistrates' Court:
28-year-old man dies in hospital after suffering cardiac arrest
A 28-year-old man died in hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest.
Community gym 'thriving' in new home after previous site faced demolition
A gym focused on building strength and community is thriving in its new home, after its previous site faced demolition.
Restaurant promises free curry if England win the World Cup
A Westbourne restaurant has promised free curry to all customers if England win the World Cup. If the Three Lions secure victory in the World Cup final on 19 July, Taj Mahal pledges to serve up free curries between 5pm and 11pm the following day (Monday 20 July).
Plans to open new children’s care home on residential street
A new children’s care home has been proposed.
From difficult beginnings to teacher and a life rebuilt through determination
A man who experienced housing instability during his teenage years has spoken about the positive impact a youth charity had on his journey to independence.
Missing New Milton man found after appeal
A 49 year old man from New Milton has been found.
WATCH: Telehandler driven towards campaigner in clash over waste incinerator
Dramatic video footage shows the moment a telehandler was driven towards an anti‑incinerator campaigner during a confrontation outside a Dorset music festival.
PICTURES - Inside AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium redevelopment
Ground was broken yesterday at the Vitality Stadium as the Cherries' redevelopment project progresses.
Explained - What has been done so far in Cherries' Vitality Stadium redevelopment
The Vitality Stadium has been a hive of activity as work rapidly progresses on the Cherries’ redevelopment of the stadium, but what has actually been done so far, and what can fans expect to see in the coming weeks?
Highly contagious equine flu recorded in two more areas of New Forest
Equine flu is continuing to spread through the New Forest herd, with new cases being spotted in Brockenhurst and Burley areas.
Grandmother 'hit by illegal e-scooter' required stitches
A grandmother required stitches after she was “knocked over” by an e-scooter in Christchurch. Norma Lee, 80, says a person on an e-scooter illegally riding on the pavement crashed into her as she got off the bus.
Art exhibition from local university now on display at MP's constituency office
Being a Boy, an exhibition launched by Arts University Bournemouth (AUB), is on display at Tom Hayes’ constituency office on Boscombe High Street until July 3.
Bournemouth MP visits Queen's Park Academy to highlight ongoing SEND Challenges
Tom Hayes MP visited Queen's Park Academy to meet with principal Sarah Simmons and discuss funding constraints and rising demand for SEND support.
Britpop legends to perform in Poole this summer as part of music festival
Britpop legends Dodgy will take to the stage at Baiter Park on Sunday, August 2, as part of the Poole Harbour Festival.
Search for missing 78-year-old continues as family release statement
The search for a missing man who was last seen in Ferndown continues as his family release a grateful statement.
Sandbanks Ferry completely cashless from today: How do I pay now?
From today, Sandbanks Ferry is fully cashless, with all vehicle crossings paid for through a new Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system.
LIVE: 'Blood on the roads' after crash involving car and pedestrian
North Street in Wareham is closed due to a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian Emergency services have attended and road closures have been put in place as they respond to the incident.
Body of woman found in West Howe as police investigate 'unexplained' death
A body of a woman has been found in West Howe this morning. Dorset Police are on the scene in Paddington Grove, Bournemouth, after they received a report in the early hours on Wednesday, 1 July that a body had been found.
Victim of teenage rapists ‘will never be the same’ ahead of review of sentences
A rape victim says she will “never be the same” as a high-profile case returns to court.
Floral tributes left at scene and victim named locally after 'husband kills wife'
FLORAL tributes have been left to the victim of an alleged murder in West Howe.
LIVE: Police cordon and floral tributes left after 'husband kills wife'
A police cordon has been set up in Paddington Grove - it is understood it has been there for several hours
100 years in focus: Robert Frith Optometrists
A century since Robert Frith Optometrists was first founded, the technology, treatments and fashions might have changed beyond recognition, but the commitment to customer care remains the same.
Coroner seeks family of senior man who died at home in Lymington
A senior man who died at his home address in Lymington and the Coroner for Dorset is seeking his next of Kin.
Two e-bikes stolen from property on two separate occasions
Two e-bikes and other items were stolen from a property last week on two separate occasions in Poole.
UK's largest beachfront sauna in Boscombe wins award just weeks after opening
SAUNA HOUSE, The Saltwater Sauna's flagship venue overlooking Boscombe Beach, was named Best Sauna Design at the 2026 UK Sauna Summit.
Bournemouth woman who volunteered for more than 60 years celebrates 100th birthday
Gwen Raggett MBE marked her 100th birthday with an event at Hyacinth House in Wimborne on June 29 joined by family, friends and fellow volunteers.
Step into a world of imagination in new exhibition at Poole Museum next week
Poole Museum will host Life in Full Colour: The Art of Jason Wilsher-Mills from July 10-January 3, featuring sculptures, digital art and bespoke wallpaper.
Victoria Wood's 'beloved' sitcom to be performed at Bournemouth venue in 2027
Victoria Wood's Dinnerladies will be adapted for theatre and will visit Bournemouth Pavilion from May 25 to May 29, 2027.
New Milton school awarded Green Flag with Distinction for second year running
Ballard School in New Milton has been awarded the Eco-Schools England Green Flag with Distinction for the second consecutive year.
Nearly 70% of UK businesses fear economic uncertainty most, new research finds
Businesses have been hit hard by economic issues and remain worried and pessimistic about the future of UK plc, according to new research from Azets.
Swanage resident and former WAAF veteran celebrates 100 years of life
A Swanage resident who is also a WAAF veteran and survivor of childhood tuberculous celebrated her 100th birthday at a family gathering in Wareham.
Branksome Chine Surf Life Saving Club announces new team of lifeguards
Branksome Chine Surf Life Saving Club (BCSLSC) has trained and qualified 15 new volunteer lifeguards
Charity inviting adults with SEN to join popular 'Feel Good Fridays' sessions
Diverse Abilities is inviting adults with special educational needs (SEN), along with families and carers, to join its popular ‘Feel Good Fridays’ sessions.
Dorset housebuilder sponsoring North Dorset Rugby Club for a second year
Barratt David Wilson Homes has given a £6,000 funding boost to North Dorset Rugby Club as it raises money for breast cancer awareness charity BooBs.
Specialist care home in Bournemouth given outstanding rating by CQC
A Bournemouth care home has been rated as outstanding and good overall by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) after inspectors found people were receiving safe, compassionate and highly personalised care.
Swanage Carnival unveils theme bringing more than 100 events to town
Swanage is set for eight days of entertainment as this summer’s carnival brings a fresh twist to the Dorset coast.
Bournemouth-based property and construction consultancy marks 20th anniversary
Whitefox Chartered Surveyors in Bournemouth marked its 20th anniversary with an event at Compton Acres attended by staff, clients, partners, and friends.
Woman, 37, found dead in her home
A woman was found dead in her Poole home, an inquest heard.
Summer boating event raised more than £6,000 for Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust
Ancasta's Summer Blast customer boating event has raised over £6000 for the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust.
New youth theatre aims to inspire young people at Lighthouse Poole
Lighthouse Youth Theatre welcomes its first intake this autumn and aims to inspire creativity, build confidence, and help young people make new friends
Independent brewery set to bring taste of New Forest to UK festivals this summer
Independent craft brewery, Vibrant Forest, will hit the road this summer, serving up its beers at food and drink festivals and sporting events in the UK.
Who is the Candid Divorce Lawyer? Meet the Daily Echo's new columnist
No one grows up dreaming of instructing a divorce lawyer – but when they do, they often develop very strong views suddenly about who should get the ugly mirror in the hallway that no one really liked!
Collaboration gives more than 200 children an insight into Dorset's bygone age
The Purbeck Mining Museum hosted a series of group visits for children as part of a programme of residential outdoor activities organised by Cumulus Outdoors
Aldi reveals quietest times to shop - plus money-saving tips for Dorset families
Aldi shares the quietest times to shop at its Dorset stores to help families avoid busier periods and make their money go further.
Fast-growing accountancy and business advisory firm relocates to Bournemouth
TC Group, which previously operated from Christchurch, has moved to Waverley House on Holdenhurst Road in central Bournemouth.
Letter: Why the BCP Council conurbation doesn't exist
Please allow me to throw some light onto the fallacy that, when the clock struck midnight on April 1, 2019, the formation of the Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole Council constituted a conurbation coming into being
Fundraiser for coffee shop destroyed by fire raises thousands of pounds
A fundraiser set up for a Dorset coffee shop that was destroyed by fire has raised over £8,000 so far.
Poole-based firm supplies its 50,000th product to more than 1,500 school sites
Alliance Tool Hire, based in Poole, has delivered its 50,000th product after supplying equipment to more than 1,500 school sites
Managing director, 49, died after cliff fall
A managing director died after falling from a cliff, an inquest heard.
Bournemouth school pupils make waves in 'ground-breaking' RNLI beach programme
Pupils are making waves after becoming some of the first in the UK to pilot the RNLI’s new Beach Explorers programme.
Dragon boat racing fundraising festival to be held for first time in six years
The Pink Champagne Dragon Boat Team is holding their first dragon boat racing fundraising festival for 6 years on September 27.
Government
Supply and Appropriation (Main Estimates) Bill
A Bill to authorise the use of resources for the year ending with 31 March 2027; to authorise both the issue of sums out of the Consolidated Fund and the application of income for that year; and to appropriate the supply authorised for that year by this Act and by the Supply and Appropriation (Anticipation and Adjustments) Act 2026.
Child Savings Accounts (Mental Capacity and Disability) Bill
A Bill to make provision about access to matured child savings accounts in the name of a young person who lacks capacity; to require the Secretary of State to review savings provision for children and young people with disabilities including those who lack capacity; and for connected purposes.
Formula 1
5 drivers most likely to win the British Grand Prix
We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers expect to win at Silverstone.
The technical mastermind behind Williams' F1 success
F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne looks back at the incredible success of former Williams Technical Director Patrick Head.
5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the British GP
Chris Medland picks out the biggest talking points as F1 heads to Great Britain for the ninth round of the 2026 season.
What tyres will the teams and drivers have for Silverstone?
Pirelli have confirmed the tyre compounds that will be in use for the 2026 British Grand Prix.
Norris explains if he sees himself as a one-team driver
Lando Norris assessed whether he could be a one-team driver on the *Beyond The Grid* podcast ahead of Silverstone.
Cadillac unveil special livery for British GP
Cadillac are the latest team to showcase a special livery for the British Grand Prix weekend.
The top finds from the F1 Hub and F1 Flagship pop-up stores
A visit to the F1 Flagship Store at Silverstone and F1 Hub on Oxford Street is a must for racing fans in the UK – here are some standout pieces from both exclusive stores.
Hamilton's best Silverstone wins ranked by you
Lewis Hamilton has achieved a record-breaking nine wins at Silverstone – so we asked you to vote on which of his victories was the best.
How to stream the 2026 British Grand Prix on F1 TV Premium
Here is all the information you need to follow the British Grand Prix weekend live on F1 TV.
QUIZ: British winners of the British Grand Prix
The Formula 1 circus is heading to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix this weekend, but how much can you remember about these home winners?
Windows Central
Valve quietly drops Steam Machine's 4K 60 FPS claim after $1,049 machine falls short of expectations
Valve has quietly removed its previous 4K 60 FPS claim for the Steam Machine, replacing it with broader language promoting up to 4K gaming with FSR 4.1. The change comes after reviews suggested the system struggled to consistently hit its original performance target.
"The gates of Oblivion are opening on Nintendo Switch 2": Bethesda confirms August 11 release date
Bethesda has confirmed that Oblivion Remastered will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11, 2026. The announcement gives Switch 2 owners a chance to experience the acclaimed RPG while raising hopes that the release may also bring long-awaited updates to existing platforms.
"Rockstar bosses can easily afford to sit around the table with the people whose hard work created these games": GTA 6 developers are looking to unionize before potential post-launch layoffs
Game studios notoriously lay off a percentage of developers after launch as development needs wind down. The developers behind Rockstar Games' hotly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 are looking to get ahead of those layoffs by securing unionization.
IO of '007: First Light' and 'Hitman' fame announces that it's lost the backing of Xbox for its 'Project Fantasy' IP — Confirmed.
IO Interactive, the studio behind the Hitman series and 007: First Light, announces that it is no longer working with Xbox, who have been helping it build its original 'Project Fantasy' IP, feeding the fires of rumors regarding potential layoffs coming to Xbox Game Studios soon.
Xbox is reportedly weighing up Marvel's Blade for cancellation amid planned restructuring
A new report claims Xbox is considering canceling Marvel's Blade as part of a wider restructuring that could include layoffs, studio mergers, and potential spinoffs. Arkane's future is also reportedly under review, although no final decisions have been confirmed.
This PC gaming launcher for Windows handhelds lets you browse stores and compare the best prices — all in one place
Winhanced has introduced a built-in game store that lets users compare prices across multiple storefronts, view Game Pass availability, and receive personalized game recommendations. The update also graduates several long-awaited features from early access, making the launcher an even stronger replacement for Xbox Mode on Windows handhelds.
Rockstar Games of 'GTA 6' fame accused of unjust payment disparity, weaponizing payment bonuses, and enforcing crunch culture ... and more
Recently, several anonymous Rockstar Games Workers Union (RGWU) members have come out to accuse Rockstar Games of not properly paying its employees, while mandating crunch culture and weaponizing bonuses against them.
HP's OmniBook 3 16" beats everything else on the budget laptop market right now — if only the pricing were easier to predict
HP's OmniBook 3 16" is often one of the best budget laptops on the market, but its volatile pricing makes my recommendation harder to predict. In any case, it delivers incredible battery life and snappy performance, two features you always want in a PC. Here's my honest opinion after a couple of weeks of regular use.
This HP 2-in-1 laptop may look plain, but its Intel Core Ultra processor can take on your daily workload — and it’s only $649
Out of the many laptop deals happening right now for Best Buy's 4th of July sale, the one for HP's Omnibook X Flip 2-in-1 laptop is one of the best values for your buck, with its practical design and strong performance.
Microsoft omits controversial workplace check-in feature from June Teams roundup
Microsoft has rounded up everything new in Teams for June, but one notable feature is missing. Workplace check-in via Wi-Fi is now generally available after a delayed rollout, yet the controversial addition doesn't appear in the company's latest recap.
PlayStation kills physical games as Xbox and Sony continue making poor decisions
Sony has confirmed it will stop producing physical game discs for new PlayStation releases from January 2028, citing the industry's shift toward digital purchases.
Microsoft expected to lay off thousands in what has become an annual July restructuring
Thousands of Microsoft employees face job cuts next week as the company initiates another round of July layoffs. The reported restructuring will eliminate up to 2.5% of the workforce, primarily targeting roles within sales, consulting, and Xbox.
One talented modder spent 6 months building the biggest Halo 3 multiplayer mod ever, and it's absolutely incredible on PC
Halo modder RejectedShotgun has released Permafrost after six months of development, introducing one of the most ambitious Halo 3 multiplayer mods ever made. The 16-player experience features AI allies, evolving objectives, resource progression, and dynamic battles inspired by Halo 5's Warzone.
Are Minecraft community servers illegal? The ESA brands them piracy, pushing back against the Stop Killing Games movement
The ESA has sparked controversy after describing community-run Minecraft servers as "illegal" during a California hearing on the Protect Our Games Act. The comments have reignited debate over game preservation, player-run servers, and Microsoft's approach to community-hosted Minecraft experiences.
Dragon Age writer labels generative AI a "virulent plague" that stops new game developers from actually learning anything
Former Dragon Age lead writer David Gaider has described generative AI as a "virulent plague," warning that overreliance on AI risks preventing the next generation of developers from learning the skills needed to make games.
Laffgaff
Which historical age came after the Bronze Age?
The Iron Age.
Cactus Suit
I've bought a new eco-friendly suit made of desert cactus leaves. I look really sharp in it.
Itsfoss
6 Backup Tools for Linux Users of All Kind
From desktop servers, from single machine to a fleet, here are the backup tools you could explore for your Linux system(s).