12 Of The Most Unexpected Moments In British Politics From 2024

Karl Edgeller's Tragic Death Karl Edgeller, a 57-year-old grandfather, died after consuming shots of 97% proof moonshine with his friend Paul Johnson during a drinking challenge at Johnson's home in Weeting, Norfolk, on March 3, 2022. The moonshine, smuggled from Estonia and intended for hand sanitiser, was consumed without dilution, despite warnings. An inquest revealed that Edgeller's death resulted from alcohol and duloxetine toxicity, exacerbated by his sleep apnoea and positional asphyxia, with the coroner...

Subway's Decline in US Locations Subway has closed 631 locations in the US in 2024, bringing its total to less than 20,000 for the first time in 20 years, marking the eighth consecutive year of location closures. Although the chain has faced significant declines since its peak of around 27,000 in 2015, it reported global growth with nearly 37,000 locations worldwide. Despite these losses, Subway remains the largest restaurant chain in the US, surpassing Starbucks...

Mothers feel unsupported by the NHS regarding infant feeding, leading to feelings of guilt and shame, according to a report from the charity Feed. While the NHS recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months, only half of mothers succeed, with many citing inadequate guidance on formula feeding. The report highlights that over half of surveyed women felt unprepared for their feeding journey, with significant stigma surrounding formula feeding, resulting in mental health struggles for many mothers....

Elon Musk made light-hearted remarks during his last Cabinet meeting at the White House, comparing himself to the Buddha and sharing anecdotes, including a humorous story about consuming a tub of ice cream in the Lincoln Bedroom, courtesy of former President Trump. He discussed the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), asserting its importance and likening its mission to that of 1990s Democrats, while announcing his intention to step back from Washington to focus on his...

Two young boys, aged two and three, sustained serious injuries in a dog attack at a residence on Johnson Avenue, Prescot, Merseyside, around 4pm on May 1. An 18-year-old woman was also injured during the incident, prompting a significant emergency response, including police and ambulances at the scene. Merseyside Police have seized the dog involved and are investigating its breed and the identity of its owner, urging anyone with information to come forward. Full Article

SummaryHolidaymakers on a Ryanair flight from Manchester to Corfu were diverted to Bologna due to a fight between two disruptive passengers. The altercation occurred when the passengers attempted to change seats to sit together, prompting crew to call for police assistance upon landing. After the two individuals were removed by authorities, the flight continued to Corfu later that night, with Ryanair reaffirming its zero tolerance policy on passenger misconduct. Full Article