MPs expelled by Israel receive show of support from Commons colleagues

Oakman Inns, a hotel and pub chain founded nearly 20 years ago, has entered administration due to declining customer numbers and rising operational costs, resulting in the closure of six pubs and the sale of 14 others to Upham Group, saving 531 jobs but leading to 159 redundancies. The administration process, managed by PwC, cites long-term impacts from the Covid-19 pandemic and economic pressures as significant contributing factors. Want More Context? 🔎

A young mother, Morgan Kiely, is on trial for gross negligence manslaughter after her seven-month-old son, Harry, died when he was thrown from an improperly secured car seat during a crash on July 13, 2022. The court heard that Kiely and a friend had been drinking at the beach, and Harry suffered fatal injuries after landing on the road when their car rolled over in an accident. Want More Context? 🔎

The US Embassy and 144 other diplomatic missions owe £161 million in unpaid London congestion charges, with the US alone responsible for £15.6 million. Despite Transport for London asserting that these charges are for services and not exempt under diplomatic law, many embassies continue to refuse payment, prompting ongoing pursuit of the debts. Want More Context? 🔎

Neil Hopper, a 49-year-old vascular surgeon from Cornwall who performed hundreds of amputations, has been charged with fraud and encouraging grievous bodily harm after lying to insurers about his leg injuries and purchasing videos related to illegal limb removals. Suspended from his position since March 2023, there is no evidence suggesting risk to patients from his professional conduct. Want More Context? 🔎

A 15-year-old boy testified that he felt "out of control" when he fatally stabbed fellow pupil Harvey Willgoose during a confrontation at All Saints Catholic High School in Sheffield on February 3. The boy, who admits to manslaughter but denies murder, expressed regret for Harvey's death and described feeling scared and shocked after realizing the consequences of his actions. Want More Context? 🔎

Newly discovered photos show Jeffrey Epstein attending Donald Trump's 1993 wedding to Marla Maples, amid ongoing controversy surrounding the Epstein files. Trump has dismissed the footage and claims of a client list as "fake news," while the DOJ prepares to meet with Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s accomplice, as inquiries into the matter continue. Want More Context? 🔎