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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Shane Long: Southampton striker signs two-year contract extension
Southampton striker Shane Long signs a two-year extension to his contract, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2021-22 season.
'You audition for a show only for it to get cancelled?
With theatres closed, and TV and movie filming on hold, acting school graduates are struggling.
George Floyd death: Rioters 'have it coming', Sir Desmond Swayne says
Sir Desmond Swayne made the comment in emails to constituents who had asked him about the US riots.
Scots offshore wind farm blades to be made in Isle of Wight
Danish firm Vestas wins the contract to build turbines for Scotland's largest offshore wind farm.
Veolia's Alton incinerator plan submitted
The proposed facility would convert more waste to energy than previous plants, the developer says.
Richard Morris: Missing diplomat search in Hampshire scaled back
Richard Morris, recently appointed British High Commissioner to Fiji, has not been seen for 28 days.
New Forest: Environment warnings after visitor influx
Visitors have flocked to the New Forest national park since lockdown restrictions were eased.
Southampton Airport plans go to second consultation
Southampton Airport bosses want to extend the runway and increase the number of flights.
Milford-on-Sea swans dragged under water by crabbing line
The swans were at risk of drowning after they became entangled at Sturt Pond in Milford-on-Sea.
Coronavirus: P&O extends cruises pause to October
The Southampton-based firm, part of the Carnival group, had hoped to resume sailings from August.
New guidance - what must I do?
Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.
Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?
Loss of taste and smell have been added to the UK's list of coronavirus symptoms.
Coronavirus: What are social distancing and self-isolation rules?
You can now meet more people and play certain non-contact sports in the UK - but what are they?
Coronavirus: What it does to the body
What is it like to have the coronavirus, how will it affect you and how is it treated?
Coronavirus UK map: How many confirmed cases are there in your area?
Key graphics explaining how coronavirus has spread in the UK and the government's response.
NHS test & trace: Does contact tracing stop coronavirus?
Wales is the latest part of the UK to launch a tracing system, but how do they work?
Social distancing: A practical guide to how to socialise now
Meeting friends? Here's how to handle the awkward new rules - from sharing food to avoiding hugs.
Coronavirus: What powers do the police have?
Police across the UK now have wide-ranging powers to help fight the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus: How does contact tracing work in England?
People who have been in close contact with someone found to have Covid-19 are now being traced.
Coronavirus: What tests are being done in the UK?
What are the tests for coronavirus, who are they for and how do they work?
Coronavirus: 'Our son with Down's syndrome is thriving in lockdown'
Zachary, 4, has been hospitalised with chest infections many times, but his parents say he has never been so well.
Coronavirus: Concern over potential rise in lockdown abuse
One woman has told the BBC about her experiences of domestic abuse during the coronavirus lockdown.
Coronavirus: Window cleaner helps elderly clients through isolation
Window cleaner Vin Kennedy has been a link to the outside world for his self-isolating clients.
Coronavirus: Learning disability theatre company moves online
Blue Apple Theatre is hosting weekly virtual sessions for its performers who are in lockdown.
Coronavirus: Behind the front line at Winchester hospital
The hospital porters, cleaners, caterers and admin staff in close contact with Covid-19 patients.
Coronavirus: The south coast of England from the air in lockdown
The BBC captures the largely-deserted region under lockdown with a qualified drone pilot.
Coronavirus: Runners turn to virtual races to help mental wellbeing
Runners are turning to virtual races to help their mental health while in lockdown.
Coronavirus: Portsmouth nursing home calls for better testing
A nursing home in Portsmouth has reported problems with the coronavirus testing system.
Coronavirus: Winchester teenager paints Banksy-style mural
Belle should have been doing her GCSEs this week, instead she's painted this mural for key workers.
Coronavirus: Volunteers deliver thousands of items of PPE
St John Ambulance volunteers in Gosport have delivered 50,000 items of PPE to front line workers.
Coronavirus: Fairgrounds packed up with nowhere to go
Britain's showmen are facing financial ruin as lockdown means fairgrounds rusting away in storage.
Coronavirus: How Fawley oil refinery is adapting to lockdown
How Fawley, the country's largest oil refinery, is adapting to changes in demand during lockdown.
'The footballer who saved my life'
After attempting to take his own life, George woke up to a message from one of his football heroes.
Coronavirus: Bin day is lockdown highlight for children's TV star
Children's TV star Basil Brush says Tuesday's bin day is the highlight of the week for a 'furry furloughed fox'.
Bansky thanks NHS staff in Southampton with original painting
The elusive artist's latest work, Game Changer, is on display at Southampton General Hospital.
Coronavirus: On the front line at Basingstoke hospital
NHS staff at Basingstoke hospital talk about being on the front line of the fight against coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Father and son create HopeCasts during lockdown
'Spread hope not the virus' is the message from a father-son duo trying to lift people's spirits.
Isle of Wight sings We'll Meet Again for VE Day
People across the Isle of Wight sang We'll Meet Again on their doorsteps to mark VE Day.
Coronavirus: Eurovision fans organise online Fauxrovision
Eurovision Song Contest fans organised the online Fauxrovision to replace the cancelled competition.
Ralph Hasenhuttl: Southampton manager signs new four-year contract
Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl signs a new four-year contract which ties him to the club until 2024.
England to play West Indies in Test series in July
England will play three Tests in the space of 21 days when the international summer gets under way in July.
Domestic season delayed until 1 August because of coronavirus
The start of the domestic cricket season is delayed again, with no matches before 1 August because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Premier League clubs including Liverpool, Chelsea & Southampton step up training
Premier League squads return to non-contact training on Tuesday as the English top flight takes another step forward in 'Project Restart'.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Northampton v Aldershot
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Northampton and Aldershot in League Two.
Whittingham holds transfer hope
Portsmouth caretaker manager Guy Whittingham still hopes he will be able to buy players in January.
Robinson committed, says McInnes
Potential Portsmouth chairman Iain McInnes says the property developer working with the Trust is still involved.
Hartlepool v Portsmouth
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Hartlepool and Portsmouth in League One.
Gyepes admits he may leave Pompey
Portsmouth defender Gabor Gyepes admits he may leave the League One strugglers when his contract expires in January.
Shots turning corner - Vincenti
Aldershot Town midfielder Peter Vincenti believes the side are starting to fulfil their potential in League Two.
Portsmouth 0-0 Preston
Portsmouth extend their winless League One run to nine matches after being held to a draw by Preston.
Aldershot 4-2 Rochdale
Goals from Dani Lopez, Peter Vincenti, Danny Rose and Craig Reid earn lowly Aldershot victory against Rochdale.
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George Floyd death: Thousands join Birmingham protest
The demonstration is one of many held globally in the wake of the 46-year-old's death.
Alex Hepburn: 'Sex conquest' texts 'prejudicial' at rape trial
Former Worcestershire cricketer Alex Hepburn is appealing against his rape conviction.
Boy and girl arrested after black teen told to 'kiss shoe'
A 17-year-old boy and 16-year-old girl are in custody after a video appeared on social media.
Man develops same tumour as wife 18 years on
Jim Murphy sent photographs of himself in theatre to his friends and family, giving a thumbs up.
Man jailed for setting fire to homeless man in Luton
Thomas Smith was "engulfed in a ball of fire" in a revenge attack following a row with David Weir.
Coronavirus: Care home bosses 'put up smokescreen' over deaths
A resident's son says he only found out more than 20 people had died after reading it online.
Captain Tom Moore: Veteran's motorbike found by Bradford museum
Capt Tom Moore says he is "overwhelmed by the incredible things that keep happening".
Coronavirus: Face coverings to be mandatory on public transport
From 15 June, people in England could be fined for not wearing a covering, the transport secretary says.
Darren Huckerby 'incredibly disappointed' by robber son
Darren Huckerby says he is hurt by his son's actions, "which go against everything we stand for".
Coronavirus: Southend nurse who contracted Covid-19 'has no regrets'
Felix Khor came out of retirement to help and thanked staff who "persevered and saved my life".
Coronavirus: Weston hospital staff 'unknowingly spread virus'
Weston General Hospital temporarily closed in May due to an outbreak of coronavirus.
Coronavirus: Volunteers to help with Bournemouth beach patrols
Tens of thousands of people have flocked to the Dorset coast since lockdown restrictions were eased.
Source: BBC News
