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Metro - You’re nicked
Summary of the front page
The Metro leads on Nicola Sturgeon’s husband Peter Murrell being arrested in a probe over the SNP party’s finances, with the couple’s home scoured by police.
The paper features an image of blue tents and police tape outside the couple’s home in a quiet cul-de-sac in Glasgow and notes that a search of SNP HQ in Edinburgh was made at the same time. Mr Murrell, who resigned as chief executive last month, has been released without charge, pending further investigation.
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Trump to Attend First White House Correspondents’ Dinner as President
April 25, 2026
11:33 pm
Donald Trump will attend his first White House Correspondents’ Dinner as president, ending years of avoidance. The event, scheduled for Saturday, will not feature a comedian and comes amid calls for attendees to advocate for press freedom, highlighting concerns over Trump’s treatment of journalists.
Why did Trump Cancels US Envoys’ Pakistan Trip
April 25, 2026
11:27 pm
President Donald Trump has cancelled a planned trip by US envoys to Pakistan following the departure of Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Trump stated the envoys will not undertake the long flight, suggesting that future discussions could occur over the phone if Iran desires.
Explosion in Colombia’s Cauca province kills at least seven, injures 20
April 25, 2026
11:22 pm
An explosion on the Pan-American Highway in Cauca, Colombia, has killed at least seven people and injured 20, according to local authorities. Governor Octavio Guzman condemned the incident as an “indiscriminate attack” and called for decisive government action against escalating violence linked to dissident FARC groups.
Charles Michel warns against abandoning EU unanimity in decision-making
April 25, 2026
11:00 pm
Former European Council President Charles Michel has cautioned against abolishing unanimity in EU decision-making, emphasising the need for collective agreement among all 27 member states. He warned that diluting national veto powers could undermine the bloc’s influence internationally and should be approached with care.
UK government advises against all travel to Mali amid coordination of attacks
April 25, 2026
9:00 pm
The UK government advises against all travel to Mali following violent attacks in multiple cities, including Bamako. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office warns of high risks, including kidnapping. Britons in Mali should leave immediately by commercial flights where safe.
British bases in Cyprus limit response to drone attack, say officials
April 25, 2026
8:00 pm
A recent drone strike near the British sovereign base in Akrotiri, Cyprus, prompted the temporary evacuation of around 1,000 residents, highlighting the vulnerability of the area amid escalating regional tensions. The incident underscores a legal grey zone regarding emergency response within the bases, raising questions about civil protection and the future of UK military presence.
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