The Met Office is warning of a 'gloomy milestone' in the levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, one of the main drivers of global warming. Levels are now 50% higher than pre-industrial levels. But there will still be spells of cold weather, as we saw in the US this winter. Ben Rich has the details on this, and more, in the latest edition of Climate Check from BBC Weather.

The girl was in the area of The Crossways in Poole when approached by a boy she knew, police say.

A retired senior Army officer is accused of falsely claiming a £48,000 allowance.

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Freddie had to have the ball bearing removed before undergoing reconstructive surgery, police say.

Timothy Brehmer strangled Claire Parry after she exposed their secret relationship to his wife.

Australia: New South Wales hit with heavy floods

Thousands have signed a petition to save the vehicle, calling it "a matter of life and death".

The next few days will bring dry and rather cloudy weather to many parts of the UK, as high pressure dominates the forecast.

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The senior Army officer says he did not falsely claim to live in London rather than Dorset.

More signs and volunteer patrols are also planned after an increase in the disturbance of wildlife.

The optical illusion is photographed by multiple people in Bournemouth on Wednesday evening.

Damage has been reported across southern US states, as severe storms bring thunderstorms and tornadoes.

Severe thunderstorms break out across the US

As Bournemouth eye an FA Cup semi-final spot, defender Lloyd Kelly opens up on how 11 years in foster care has shaped him.

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Scientists from the UK aim to give clouds a nudge to help a region desperate for more water.

US braced for powerful tornadoes

Bosses say financial challenges led to the "very tough decision" about the £4m centre in Seaton.