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- Nestlé reports theft of over 400,000 KitKat bars from lorry in Europe
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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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House of Lords votes to decriminalise abortion for women in England
March 29, 2026
2:00 am
The British Parliament’s House of Lords has voted to decriminalise abortion, ensuring women who terminate pregnancies can no longer face criminal liability. This move follows concerns over the prosecution of over 100 women under the 1861 Offences Against the Person Act, pending final parliamentary approval.
French police arrest terror suspect attempting bomb attack outside US bank
March 29, 2026
1:00 am
French police arrested a terror suspect attempting to detonate a bomb outside the Bank of America in Paris early on 28 March 2026. The suspect was caught with a homemade explosive after being reportedly recruited via Snapchat. The investigation is now led by the anti-terrorism prosecutor’s office.
EU road fatalities decline by 2% as rural areas remain most dangerous
March 28, 2026
11:00 pm
Road fatalities in the EU saw a modest decline of 2% in 2024, but challenges remain significant. Rural roads accounted for over half of the 20,000 deaths, highlighting persistent safety imbalances. Disparities across Member States also persist, with some countries exhibiting up to four times higher fatality rates.
Houthis Launch Missile Attack on Israel Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict
March 28, 2026
9:02 pm
What’s going on?
Iran-backed Houthis launched a missile attack against Israel from Yemen. This action marks their entry into the ongoing conflict involving Iran and Israel. The strike heightens tensions in the region.
CNN and The Times of Israel present contrasting perspectives on the incident. CNN reports, “Live updates: Houthis enter Iran war with missile strike against Israel,” emphasising the immediate event. In contrast, The Times of Israel states, “Houthi missile attack on Israel stokes fears of renewed strikes on Red Sea shipping,” focusing on potential broader implications for maritime security.
Coverage analysed: CNN | The Times of Israel
Nestlé reports theft of over 400,000 KitKat bars from lorry in Europe
March 28, 2026
8:00 pm
More than 400,000 KitKat bars have been stolen from a lorry in Europe, as confirmed by Nestlé. The truck, carrying 12 tons of the chocolate snack from its Perugia factory, was hijacked en route to Poland. Investigations are ongoing; consumers can report information to authorities.
Everything Donald Trump Has Affixed His Name To – From Towers to Warships
March 28, 2026
7:00 pm
The US Treasury will feature Donald Trump’s name on all new paper currency, marking a historic first as detailed in All the things Donald Trump has put his name on.
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