There’s little doubt that even through a deep vale of cynicism spawned by an appreciation for the original Deus Ex games, many gamers around the globe are getting excited about the release of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. Due out early
Killzone fans should be prepared to save up their Christmas money this year as there are a couple of Killzone 3 special editions heading to Europe upon the games release February 2011. The Killzone 3 Collectors Edition comes as a SteelBook
GAME and Gamestation have concocted one of the craziest video game launch offers yet – some may even say they’ve gone bananas! The first 20 customers to purchase a copy of Donkey Kong Country Returns for the Nintendo Wii from participating GAME
The new Trials HD expansion has hit the marketplace and brings with it incredible value for money. Big Thrills packs 40 new tracks and three new achievements worth 50 gamerscore points. All of this comes at the measly price of just
GRITTING lorries will be out in force tonight and tomorrow in a bid to keep Hampshire's roads moving as further snow and freezing temperatures are forecast. The county council says "significant and persistent" snow is expected from 9pm tonight. Salting
RAODS offered a perfect antidote to the doom and gloom of the economy and the current cold weather with an uproarious version of Michael Frayn’s farce. A farce within a farce, focusing on a touring company putting on a farce Nothing On, the play
AFTER winning his own battle with malaria, Hampshire golfer Will Fox now wants to help others combat the deadly disease. Fox, 27, contracted the potentially lethal infection while on holiday in the Gambia this September. Luckily, he was diagnosed early
NIGEL Adkins faces a key decision ahead of Saturday’s trip to Hartlepool – who will replace Jose Fonte at the heart of defence? Saints make the long trek to North East England without the services of their number one centre half, who is suspended
Overheard conversations, misunderstandings and wrong conclusions, all occur in this sparkling comedy based around what was heard, assumed and what really happened. The programme alluded to enforced shortened rehearsals, but all should be commended
IN A witty life-imitating-art comedy about the excitement, trials and rewards of running a private theatre, the five women in recently-deceased Michael’s life are thrown together through the disused theatre that he bequeaths to them. Jillie Curtis’
IT is the ultimate family bar. Owned, renovated and run by two brothers, JKS Winebar is an exciting new venue. The bar has been a labour of love for Nick and Sean Patterson, who threw open the doors only a month ago. Dad-of-three
HAVE you ever wondered how to make the perfect cocktail? Want to mix up a hangover cure? Fancy hiring your own barman? With the Christmas party season very much in mind and mad about mojitos, a group of friends and I did all three! With the help of
CRISTIANO Ronaldo will be absent from the Spain/Portugal delegation in Zurich ahead of tomorrow's World Cup vote due to an ankle injury. Ronaldo underwent tests this morning which revealed the damage to the right ankle and the £80million man will
ENGLAND'S 2018 World Cup bid received a huge boost today after Vladimir Putin, prime minister of Russia, confirmed he would not be travelling to Zurich for the World Cup vote. Russia are one of England's main rivals and Putin appeared to criticise
DAVID Beckham insists England 2018 need to fight to the very last minute in their bid to host the World Cup. Beckham, an England bid vice-president, has been lobbying the 22 FIFA members along with Prince William and Prime Minister David Cameron in
The Rajasthan Royals have been given the go-ahead to take part in next month’s Indian Premier League auction. Hampshire’s commercial partners have been issued with a six-week stay on their expulsion from the IPL. Hampshire chairman Rod Bransgrove said
A MAN has claimed that he was indecently assaulted by the former head of Hampshire Football Association as they drove back from a football match. The alleged victim, who was 16 at the time, said that Ray Barnes had offered to give him a driving
KUTI’S Royal Thai Pier is one of Southampton’s landmarks. It’s always been a striking building but one that for many years was sadly crumbling. So I was delighted when Southampton restaurant group Kuti’s took it over and restored it to its former glory
COUNCIL leaders were today told that it’s time to raid their multi-million-pound piggy banks to head off cutbacks and job losses. Communities Secretary Eric Pickles revealed how much money councils have hoarded in their reserve accounts and
A CHRISTMAS fair in aid of a charity creating gardens for children’s hospices across the UK is being staged in Romsey tomorrow evening. Hillier’s Garden Centre in Botley Road is behind the festive fundraiser for Greenfingers, which makes gardens
My life insurance policy for my mortgage has critical illness and I am being asked to change my policy to another for a cheaper premium. Is that a good idea or is cheaper likely to mean less cover? Unlike life insurance, which has little variations
SMILING for the camera, they looked like any other happy young family. Stephanie Bellinger puts a protective arm out to her baby girl Lili Beau as she enjoys a celebratory meal alongside the youngster’s father, her fiancé Anthony Marsh.
A HAMPSHIRE man will serve at least 26 years behind bars for the brutal murders of his fiancée and their baby daughter. Anthony Marsh was today handed two life sentences after being convicted of the murders of Stephanie Bellinger and their
The Bellinger family today said that they wanted to thank the community for their “overwhelming support” since the deaths of Lili and Stephanie. From money raised for the trust fund of Charlie, to messages and emails of sympathy from friends and complete
IT is not over yet. That is the message from forecasters who have warned that the worst November cold snap for a generation will continue to grip Hampshire. Weather experts warned of “no let-up” in the teeth-chattering Arctic spell which
Hampshire Constabulary offers winter driving advice for motorists as the big chill continues. Snow and ice can make driving treacherous, so try to manoeuvre gently and avoid any harsh braking or acceleration. Drive in the highest gear
Annie Clewlow, from the Southampton-based good neighbour Christian charity Communicare, urged residents to: Eat well – ensure that you have at least one hot meal and plenty of hot drinks throughout the day. Porridge is a great breakfast and
ONE of the most influential bands on the circuit, The Cure will be crossing the Solent to join festival goers for this season's last hurrah for their only European show of 2011 at Bestival. From their debut album 'Three Imaginary Boys' to 2008s critically
SOUTHAMPTON health bosses have backed plans to put councils at the heart of encouraging healthier lifestyles. Yesterday health secretary Andrew Lansley revealed his proposals to move public health directors out of the NHS and into local government
IT will provide care for terminally ill youngsters who have outgrown facilities at Hampshire’s children’s hospice. Yesterday Sophie, Countess of Wessex, opened jacksplace@naomihouse, which will look after young people aged 14-26. It is part of Naomi
BUSINESS bosses have welcomed the news that Britain may no longer have to pay for Ireland’s lighthouses. A row has been raging for years from the shipowners who call into UK ports such as Southampton and have to pay a fee to cover lighthouses and navigational
A FAREHAM-based construction company won a record breaking £10m worth of projects in Dorset in the past 12 months. It’s the biggest crop of deals in the county for Amiri Construction, since the launch of the firm in 2005. They range from the
Today’s principal Southampton arrivals: Asian Breeze, ro/ro, 0600, 31; Queen Victoria, passenger, 0600, 106; Queen Elizabeth, passenger, 0645, 46; Gran Canaria Car, ro/ro, 0900, 105; APL Russia, container, 1030, 207; NYK Vesta, container, am, 205.
WHAT a Dickens of a festive romp! The Nuffield’s Christmas offering opened to a marvellous reception last night, with one of the best-staged and most original versions of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol I’ve enjoyed for many a year.
To mark World Aids Day, the NHS in Southampton is working collaboratively with the gay community to raise awareness of HIV. The gay community in the City are being invited to a number of events, where health professionals from Solent Healthcare
Kevin Pietersen made his anger clear to thousands today when he was unable to practise batting outside because of rain water on the Adelaide Oval nets. Pietersen appeared to blame groundstaff for failing to cover the nets as soon as it began to rain
A CONTROVERSIAL animal testing laboratory has been ordered to improve, after a damning report said that it may have allowed animals to suffer unnecessarily. An investigation by the Home Office into Wickham Laboratories revealed “poor practice
WITH the countdown to Christmas well under way it’s that time of year again to launch our annual Crack a Crime calendar. Once again the Daily Echo has teamed up with Southampton police to help them capture a host of criminal suspects with our
GETTING set for Christmas can take its toll on your bank balance – whether it is stocking up on food, presents for the family, seasonal decorations or a trip to the panto. But help is at hand with the return of the Daily Echo’s Win Christmas competition
A FIRE engulfed a Hampshire home early this morning. Two firefighter crews and a senior officer from Lymington battled the blaze at Samber Close, in Lymington, from 3.31am to 4.36am. A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said the garage
COUNCIL bosses are poised to adopt Sunday parking charges for the first time in Winchester. Cabinet members are due to sign the deal today. It comes despite objections from business chiefs and churches, along with residents. The
DRINK, drugs and driving simply don’t mix, Hampshire police are warning motorists as the festive party season kicks into gear. The force today launches its annual campaign designed at cutting deaths on the roads over Christmas. Motorists
A HAMPSHIRE housing firm has unveiled a new development of 24 affordable homes. The Osborn Road South site in the centre of Fare-ham contains six houses and 18 flats and was opened by First Wessex. The firm developed the site in partnership with Fareham
It’s not often that children are given free reign to make as much noise as they like. But that was the case for about 150 youngsters at St John’s Primary School in Southampton, when they were treated to a musical taster day. Pupils up to Year 3 were
PLANS to build 21 affordable homes at King’s Somborne will be scrutinised by Test Valley councillors next week. Hyde Housing Association is behind the scheme at Hunter Close, which has the backing of borough planning officers and the parish council
