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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Hampshire County Council set to axe £20m from children's services
Social care, youth offending, education services and school transport budgets would be affected.
Struck-off doctor remains barred over sexually motivated misconduct
A panel says the Hampshire trainee GP "still did not understand" the seriousness of the allegations.
Coronavirus: Case rates in Hampshire and Isle of Wight
The latest number of cases of Covid-19 across the two counties.
Jonathan Taylor: Oil whistleblower summoned to Monaco
Jonathan Taylor faces questioning over bribery and corruption claims despite a failed extradition bid.
Veterans spend five days in portable toilets for Portsmouth challenge
Four former servicemen complete a charity challenge on Southsea Common to support other veterans.
Sophie Fairall: Celebrity wish-list girl dies from rare cancer
The 10-year-old met TV chef Gordon Ramsay and won support from Premier League footballers.
Covid: Vaccine volunteers sought for children's second dose study
The study for children aged 12 to 16 is being run by researchers in Southampton.
Portsmouth FC blames scanner confusion for entry delays
Supporters missed up to 15 minutes of Saturday's match due to hold-ups at the turnstiles.
Isle of Wight Festival: Courtney Cox among stars spotted in photos
Pictures from the Isle of Wight Festival show star names performing and soaking up the atmosphere.
Liam Gallagher shares photo after 'helicopter fall'
The former Oasis frontman shares an image of his bruised face after playing the Isle of Wight Festival.
Condor Ferries 'letting Channel Islands down' with sailing disruptions
Travellers to Guernsey and Jersey are left frustrated by disruptions to 'sporadic' sailings.
Warning over pressures on Portsmouth's Queen Alexandra Hospital
Portsmouth's Queen Alexandra Hospital is experiencing huge demand, bosses say.
Parents crowdfund for wheelchairs amid NHS delays
Families are paying thousands of pounds for wheelchairs that should be supplied through the NHS.
Hurst Castle: New warnings over potential wall collapses
English Heritage says further collapses at Hurst Castle cannot be ruled out.
'I grew up not having much queer representation'
A new film tells the story of a boy who lives on a council estate and is obsessed with drag.
James Ward-Prowse: How Southampton captain convinced the doubters
It has been an eventful few months for James Ward-Prowse, who will be a key figure for Southampton this season after extending his contract.
Portsmouth student took own life after plagiarism claim, inquest hears
Alistair Hall, 22, was found dead at his room in student halls in Portsmouth in June 2020.
Covid: Isle of Wight Festival safer than supermarket, says boss
The Isle of Wight Festival kicks off for four days of music in Newport.
Reshuffle: Boris Johnson hands out dozens of junior roles
Boris Johnson moves more ministers as one ousted MP warns the new top team may lack experience.
New Forest animal deaths: Motorists targeted in speed crackdown
It comes amid calls for average speed cameras to reduce the number of animal deaths on forest roads.
Covid: What do under-30s need to know about the vaccine?
All over-12s in the UK will be able to get at least one Covid jab.
How many cases in your area?
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
What are the Delta, Gamma, Beta and Alpha Covid variants?
UK coronavirus cases are rising due to a variant first identified in India that spreads more easily.
Covid rules: What's in England's 'Winter Plan'?
Lockdown rules have changed across the UK, but some restrictions remain in place.
What are the rules and guidance for face masks and coverings?
Face coverings could become a legal requirement in England again if the NHS struggles this winter.
Covid: People are vaccinated - so why are there so many cases?
More than four out of five UK adults are now fully vaccinated, but daily case rates remain high.
How do we know Covid vaccines are safe?
Busting myths and explaining the facts around vaccines.
Meteor caught on camera over Southampton
The shooting star was captured on camera over Southampton docks on Sunday night.
Covid: Care home residents thanks staff with garden party
The Knellwood War Memorial Home in Farnborough lost seven residents to the pandemic.
Aquind boss defends Cross-Channel cable plan despite Portsmouth protests
Aquind wants to lay a 238km (148-mile) cable between Hampshire and Normandy, which would run through Portsmouth.
Domestic abuse reports to police fall, but charities worried
Charities warn the trend could point to more "coercive control" during Covid restrictions.
Covid: Bournemouth trip is first outing for care home residents
Residents of a care home have visited Bournemouth during their first trip since the pandemic began.
Euro 2020: HM Royal Marines play Three Lions at HMS Victory
The Band of HM Royal Marines have performed the iconic football anthem alongside HMS Victory.
Euro 2020: England fans celebrate on the streets in the south of England
Scenes of euphoria have been posted on social media as England fans celebrated in the streets.
Henry VIII: Uncovering the Mary Rose's ethnically diverse crew
Archaeologists believe bone samples offer the first evidence a black sailor was among the crew.
M27 police pursuit: Speeding car caught on camera
A mini driver has been jailed after reaching speeds of 100mph during a motorway police pursuit.
'Are you crying?' First mum-daughter hug in a year
Front-line NHS worker Viv Hudson hasn't hugged her daughter for over a year ? until now.
Businesses split on plans to remove Southampton pedestrian zone
The businesses divided as Southampton's new council vows to reopen the streets that Covid closed.
Freemasons: Young people 'on waiting lists' to join notoriously secretive society
The first report by Freemasons in 300 years shows it is popular with young people.
Covid 19: Isle of Wight cafe owner works at local hospital
When lockdown shut his Isle of Wight business, Kyle Freemantle began working at his local hospital.
Gosport mum calls for lower bus fares to help 'left-behind' town
A Gosport mum has called for lower bus fares to help residents of her "left-behind" neighbourhood.
Ryde seafront skatepark users fear it could close permanently
There are fears an Isle of Wight skatepark on land earmarked for regeneration could be lost.
Covid: How social media has boosted lockdown start-ups
Social media followings and influencer posts have transformed businesses during lockdown.
Isle of Wight family in 200-year-old hot cross bun mystery
The hot cross bun was found in an attic along with a letter claiming it was baked in 1815.
Covid-19: Downton Abbey's Hugh Bonneville is vaccine marshal
Hugh Bonneville has been surprising people queuing for the vaccine at a hub near his home.
County Championship 2021: Which of the four contenders will win the title?
Who plays who, who needs what and who's heading for the pavilion for the last time as the 2021 County Championship enters its final week.
Ross Whiteley: Hampshire agree three-year white-ball deal for Worcestershire all-rounder
Ross Whiteley will join Hampshire next season on a three-year white-ball contract after deciding to leave Worcestershire.
Aldershot Town: Mark Molesley appointed manager after Danny Searle sacked
Aldershot Town appoint Mark Molesley as manager after sacking Danny Searle following a poor start to the season.
Manchester City 0-0 Southampton: Shot-shy Man City fortunate to draw with Saints
A strangely shot-shy Manchester City cannot find a way through a resolute Southampton and are fortunate to get a draw at a noisy Etihad Stadium.
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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Harry Dunn: Liz Truss raises case with US at United Nations Assembly
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss speaks to the US Secretary of State about "delivering justice".
Police continue to question man over child deaths
A 31-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.
Arundel Castle: Man arrested over Mary Queen of Scots rosary theft
More than £1m of gold and silver historical artefacts were stolen in May.
Salisbury poisonings: Third man faces charges for Novichok attack
Denis Sergeev is thought to have been the on-the-ground commander for the 2018 poisonings.
M25 protests: Arrests made as Insulate Britain blocks motorway
Insulate Britain protesters blocked traffic on both carriageways of the motorway in Surrey.
Drink driver's erratic journey captured on his own dashcam
Footage shows David Leahy knocking down a street sign, mounting kerbs and hitting a parked car.
Cleveland PCC Steve Turner accused of theft by MP
MP Andy McDonald uses parliamentary privilege to claim Steve Turner was sacked by a former employer.
Thomas Rogers: Brothers convicted of killing younger sibling
A family feud leads to the death of Thomas Rogers at the hands of David and Samuel Rogers.
Bluebird: Campbell's daughter says craft will return to Coniston Water
The original parts are to be returned to a Coniston museum after its restoration was taken apart.
Devon food bank sees 26-year-old coffee packet handed in
Staff at the Kingsbridge Food Bank said any out-of-date items were "tricky" to dispose of.
Gateshead traffic gridlock prompts urgent investigation
Gateshead Council says it is looking into last week's congestion as "a matter of urgency".
Lillie's virtual Ben Nevis fundraising challenge
The 10-year-old with cerebral palsy is covering the length of a mountain trail at home.
Source: BBC News
