‘Rip off’: Solo travellers fume over the cost of the ‘singles tax’

The Clintons have been subpoenaed to testify about their connections to Jeffrey Epstein, with Bill Clinton scheduled to appear on October 14 and Hillary on October 9. This follows revelations of Clinton's extensive travel on Epstein's private jet and the couple's past associations with Epstein, raising questions about their involvement amid ongoing scrutiny of Epstein's sex trafficking crimes. Want More Context? 🔎

Labour MP Mark Sewards has introduced an AI chatbot, "AI Mark Sewards," developed with local firm Neural Voice, allowing constituents to engage with him 24/7 for assistance and concerns. While the service aims to enhance communication, it has faced challenges, such as limited responses to specific inquiries about local issues and voting history. Want More Context? 🔎

An urgent recall has been issued for three Dubai-style chocolate products—Noesis, Fix it, and Le Damas—due to undeclared peanuts and other nuts posing serious allergy risks. Consumers are advised to discard these products and report their purchase to local Trading Standards, while sales have been halted. Want More Context? 🔎

Byron Black, 69, was executed via lethal injection in Tennessee, during which he expressed excruciating pain despite declining to make a final statement. His attorney had sought to remove his implanted heart device prior to execution due to concerns it could cause additional suffering, but the request was denied; Black was pronounced dead after about 10 minutes. Want More Context? 🔎

Former President Bill Clinton and his wife, Hillary Clinton, have been subpoenaed to testify before the House Committee on Oversight regarding the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, with Bill set to appear on October 14. This follows revelations of their past connections to Epstein, including multiple flights on his private jet and a 1993 event at the White House. Want More Context? 🔎

In Guangdong Province, China, a significant outbreak of the mosquito-borne Chikungunya virus has led to over 7,000 infections, prompting urgent public health measures, including citywide cleanups and the introduction of 'elephant mosquitoes' to combat the spread. While the risk of local transmission in the UK remains low, concerns grow as outbreaks are reported in Europe and Southeast Asia. Want More Context? 🔎