‘It’s just outrageous’ – House owned by Department of Education has been vacant for over six years

Protests in Tel Aviv are escalating as families of Israeli hostages held in Gaza demand government action amid fears that Prime Minister Netanyahu's plan to intensify military operations could lead to further casualties. With over 60,000 Palestinians dead and ongoing humanitarian crises in Gaza, dissenting voices warn of the risks posed to both hostages and civilians. Want More Context? 🔎

Four members of a British family, including two 20-year-old twins, their 55-year-old father, and 51-year-old mother, were killed in a head-on car crash in Portugal while traveling from the Algarve to Mourao. The accident also claimed the life of a 19-year-old girlfriend and a Portuguese man, leading local officials to declare two days of mourning. Want More Context? 🔎

The EU will implement a new Entry and Exit System (EES) starting October 12, aimed at replacing passport stamping with digital checks using biometric data at border crossings for non-EU nationals. The system will be rolled out gradually across 25 EU countries and Schengen members, with specific checks at the Port of Dover, St Pancras International, and Folkestone, while manual stamping will remain in Ireland and Cyprus. Want More Context? 🔎

Hundreds of arrests were made during a UK government crackdown on asylum seekers working illegally in the gig economy, with 1,780 individuals stopped and 280 arrested from July 20 to 27. Authorities are reviewing support for over fifty asylum seekers, issuing penalties to businesses hiring undocumented workers, and increasing enforcement funding to combat illegal working practices. Want More Context? 🔎

More than 50 people were arrested in central London during a protest supporting Palestine Action, labeled a terror organization by the UK government. Organized by Defend Our Juries, the demonstration saw up to 700 attendees in Parliament Square, where participants held placards and faced police warnings against expressing support for the group, which is subject to a ban under anti-terrorism laws. Want More Context? 🔎

A British grandad, Craig Bloomer, 54, tragically died in a moped accident while on holiday with his family in Corfu on July 26. His daughters described him as a "much-loved" family man who had been happiest since the death of his wife two years ago; his family has since set up a GoFundMe page to help with costs following his unexpected passing. Want More Context? 🔎