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- Trump campaigns in Alabama as approval rating approaches record low over economy
- Russia’s air defences mistakenly shoot down £11 million Mi-8 helicopter
- Two underage migrants injured in knife attack during Ceuta violence
- Flydubai pilot recounts cockpit stabbing incident to PM Modi
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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.
Today's top stories
Pedro Sánchez considers calling early elections after housing decree defeat
October 3, 2026
5:00 am
Pedro Sánchez faces a critical decision on whether to advance Spain’s general election, following the rejection of two housing decrees by Congress. The prime minister will reflect this weekend on the future of his government, as protests escalate across the country calling for a general strike over housing issues.
BC NDP and Conservative leaders make campaign promises in Okanagan
October 3, 2026
2:00 am
BC NDP Leader David Eby and Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson visited the Okanagan on Friday, announcing campaign commitments focused on reducing grocery prices, enhancing wildfire protection, and improving public safety.
Trump campaigns in Alabama as approval rating approaches record low over economy
October 3, 2026
12:00 am
President Trump extended his midterm campaign on Friday, addressing supporters in Mobile, Alabama, as he seeks to bolster Republican candidates ahead of the upcoming elections. Weijia Jiang reported on the event details and the political significance of the rally in this strong Republican stronghold.
Russia’s air defences mistakenly shoot down £11 million Mi-8 helicopter
October 2, 2026
11:00 pm
A Russian Mi-8 military helicopter valued at £11 million was shot down by its own air defences in the Voronezh region, resulting in the deaths of three crew members.
Two underage migrants injured in knife attack during Ceuta violence
October 2, 2026
10:00 pm
Two underage migrants were injured in a knife attack during a fight in Ceuta’s La Marina area, highlighting ongoing violence amid the city’s migration emergency. National Police responded, as emergency services treated the youths for cuts. Ceuta continues to struggle with accommodation challenges for migrants.
Flydubai pilot recounts cockpit stabbing incident to PM Modi
October 2, 2026
9:01 pm
What’s going on?
Flydubai confirmed a serious incident involving a cockpit stabbing on one of its flights. The pilot recounted the details to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the gravity of the situation. Authorities remain engaged in investigations following the attack.
The New York Times emphasised the emotional aspect, stating, “The Mother’s Scream That Sent Passengers to the Rescue.” In contrast, Reuters reported, “Indian pilot tells PM Modi he opened flydubai cockpit door during attack,” focusing on the actions taken during the incident. This difference highlights the varied narrative approaches to the same event—one emotional and heroic, the other more procedural.
Coverage analysed: The New York Times | Reuters
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