US and Chinese military officials hold talks on maritime security
The US Indo-Pacific Command said in a statement that the talks, held on Wednesday and Thursday in the eastern Chinese city of Shanghai, were focused on “decreasing the incidences of unsafe and ...
UK set for warmest day of the year so far amid wildfires alert
The UK could see its warmest day of the year so far, with temperatures higher than European holiday hotspots, after firefighters battled wildfires across the country. Much of the country will be dry ...
Thousands more in poverty, say campaigners ahead of two-child limit anniversary
Organisations working in the sector argue that 109 children across the UK are pulled into poverty by the policy every day.
Decision delayed on Martin Clunes' 'New Age Traveller' neighbour
TV star Martin Clunes and his wife Philippa bought their adjacent farm property from Mr Langton’s mother in 2007. They, and other neighbours, had objected to making the woodland site a permanent home ...
Extension plan for Weymouth car park agreed
A CAR park extension to give an extra 26 spaces has been agreed for Surrey Close on the Granby Industrial Estate, Chickerell.
Animal-loving vegan that kidnapped lamb admits cruelty
A VEGAN and self proclaimed 'animal lover' has admitted animal cruelty after she stole a lamb from a farm and 'incompetently' tried to hand rear it.
NHS staff report hospitals full of cockroaches and rats
NHS hospitals and buildings are plagued by rats, cockroaches, silverfish and other pests, according to staff. Staff also reported sewage leaks, defective lighting, broken toilets and crumbling ...
Major repair and repainting plan for Weymouth Town Bridge
CONSENT has been given for the repairs and re-painting of Weymouth Town Bridge – a listed structure. Parts of some panels on the bridge are said to be corroded in limited areas, making it better to ...
Incredible video as more than 50 deer cross road in Dorset
This incredible video footage shows a herd of deer crossing a Dorset road and bringing traffic to a standstill ...
Jeremy Clarkson confirms new Clarkson's Farm release date
Prime Video has released the official date that Jeremy Clarkson's show, Clarkson's Farm will return to the Amazon streaming service.
Teenage girls in England less likely to feel safe in school than boys – study
Teenage girls in England are significantly less likely to feel safe in school than their male peers since the Covid-19 pandemic, a study has suggested. Secondary school pupils in England have some of ...
London nightlife to open later as Khan gets new powers to help pubs and clubs
London councils that block pubs and clubs from opening later could see their decisions overturned by Sir Sadiq Khan under new powers from the Government. Ministers are attempting to boost the ...