UK-US Relations: A new diplomatic row is brewing after reports US officers flew a UK-based diplomat accused of possessing indecent images of children out of the country without initially telling Scotland Yard. Falklands: The UK has backed Falklands firms after Argentina moved to block an oil project, calling the action unacceptable. Politics: Reform UK faces fresh internal heat after Farage’s party received £72m in donations, with activists questioning the plan to hire 400 campaign managers. Public Safety: Dozens of guests were evacuated after a major fire at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone, with 26 fire engines responding. Crime: A manhunt is underway for absconded inmate Robert Maxfield, linked to Birmingham and Dudley, with police warning the public not to approach. Tech/Services: Virgin Media O2 is ending its free email service, moving customers to Junara unless they act. Cost of Living: AA and RAC warn petrol and diesel prices are rising again, with another hike possible. Health & Rights: A senior doctor launches legal action over a patient allegedly placed on a women’s ward after being described as biologically male. Weather: A “heat dome” could push temperatures up to around 26C next week.