Whistleblower in UKphone-hacking scandal found dead

Whistleblower in UKphone-hacking scandal found dead UK-phone-hacking controversy took a new turn with the death of a former News of the World journalist who had alleged of illegal practices at the tabloid. Sean Hoare, was the first to allege that illegal practices were being adopted at the tabloid under the editorship of Andy Coulson.Seane Hoare was found dead on Monday at his home in Watford, but his death was not being considered as suspicious.The scandal also engulfed UK's Scotland Yard with two of its top officers resigned in less than 24 hours.Resignations forced David Cameron to cut short an Africa visit and call an emergency House of Commons session to deal with the biggest crisis of his premiership. Cameron called for an emergency session of parliament on Wednesday to brief lawmakers on the scandal that has already claimed a number of victims.The Commons was scheduled to go for a six-week recess after tomorrow's sessions but it has been recalled to discuss the issue and Cameron will make a statement tomorrow.Media giants Rupert and James Murdoch, whose media empire allegedly responsible phone-hacking controversy will be appearing before the House of Commons today to explain their stand on the issue.According to reports, the father-son duo, who earlier refused to attends a key meeting of the House of Commons committee, faced a lot of pressure from British lawmakers.Later they agreed to be questioned by the House of Commons committee that will be telecast live.