John Bercow elected 157th Commons Speaker

www.parliament.uk A one-time hardline Conservative transformed into a social liberal, John Bercow has been elected the 157th Commons Speaker, claiming he was the candidate best equipped to introduce change following the recent expenses scandal that has shamed Westminster. The MP for Buckingham and the first Jew to be elected to the prestigious ... Read More...

Doctor denies injecting Michael Jackson with painkillers

www.michaeljackson.com A spokesman for the doctor treating Michael Jackson is dismissing rumours that he injected the pop star with painkillers shortly before his death as “absolutely false.” The lawyer representing Dr Conrad Murray said that he had not administered or prescribed opiates to be administered before Jackson’s sudden death, asserting: “There was ... Read More...

Pets accompanying Britons on holiday in record numbers

www.defra.gov.uk Britons in increasing numbers are making plans to take their pets on holiday with them this year, according to figures recently released. The UK government’s current Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) makes it possible for pets to be brought back into the country without being quarantined for six months. A major hotel chain, ... Read More...