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Facial recognition error prompts police to arrest Asian man for burglary 100 miles away
Exclusive: Alvi Choudhury claiming damages against Thames Valley police after biased technology confused him with man looking ‘10 years younger’Police arrested a man for a burglary in a city he had never visited after face scanning software deployed across the UK confused him with another person...
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Southampton study to tackle overuse of asthma inhalers in children
A new study led by University Hospital Southampton is aiming to tackle the overuse of asthma inhalers among children.
How long is sunshine set to stay as temperatures to reach 18C?
With the sun finally making an appearance and lifting the never-ending rain, you might be wondering how long the brighter weather is set to last.
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Southampton gains first Reform councillor after defection
A Southampton City councillor has become Southampton’s first Reform UK councillor after defecting from the Conservative party.
'Severe' delays as motorway traffic slows to 10mph
Traffic is slow on the M27 with 'severe' delays and an average speed of 10mph
Strictly star to host dance-themed cruise departing from Southampton
Strictly’s Shirley Ballas will host a dance-themed cruise aboard MSC Virtuosa, from Southampton to the Norwegian Fjords.
Fire service adds brand new off roading vehicle to its fleet
Firefighters are set to receive a major boost to their wildfire response capability with the arrival of a new specialist vehicle to the fire service fleet.
Plans to remodel beauty spot delayed due to safety concerns
Work to remodel Woodmill Bay has been delayed after safety concerns forced a redesign of the scheme, a senior councillor has revealed.
Southampton community project receives £20,000 grant
Aldermoor Community Farm has secured a £20,000 National Lottery grant.
Thousands of young people at risk of homelessness in Hampshire, figures reveal
More than 1,200 young people faced homelessness in south Hampshire last year
Thousands visit glowing tribute to Southampton's history
More than 8,000 visitors experienced Southampton’s recent City Reflections display.
Disqualified motorist caught driving on the M3 - In The Dock
These are among the latest lawbreakers to appear at a Southampton court
Holi Hungama celebration returning to Southampton
Holi Hungama returns to Southampton’s Guildhall Square on March 7.
The beloved Southampton star who won the X Factor and tours the West End
He may have shot to national fame winning the seventh series of The X Factor in 2010 but his story starts on the South Coast.
Council set to bring in new weekly charge for social housing tenants
Council leaders have been urged to rethink proposals to introduce a new weekly charge that will impact some of the most vulnerable residents in Southampton.
Council closes major Southampton road with drivers warned of disruption
Drivers in Southampton are being warned of disruption as Southampton City Council has planned a temporary road closure on Thomas Lewis Way.
'Characterful' three-bed Shirley home on the market for £295,000
A three-bedroom terraced home in Shirley has hit the market for £295,000.
Great photos show Echo readers enjoying much-loved Southampton venue
The Way Out West summer party was held at the entertainment complex in Ocean Village, in conjunction with neighbouring diner Mustang Sally's.
Two-bedroom Woolston cottage up for sale for £260,000
A two-bedroom terraced cottage is up for sale in Woolston for £260,000.
'Charming' Victorian home in Shirley up for sale for £295,000
A Victorian end-of-terrace house is up for sale in Shirley for £295,000.