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- Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies aged 47 after three years in a coma
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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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Swiss voters to decide on population cap of 10 million
June 13, 2026
12:02 pm
What’s going on?
Switzerland’s People’s Party has proposed a national population cap of 10 million. This proposal is set to be voted on in a referendum. The move signals a pivotal shift in Swiss immigration policy.
Different headlines portray varying emphases. CNBC states, “Switzerland is voting on whether to cap its population at 10 million. Here’s what to know,” focusing on the procedural aspect of the vote. In contrast, The Guardian reports, “Swiss wait to hear result of ballot on capping population at 10 million,” which highlights the anticipation around the vote’s outcome.
Coverage analysed: CNBC | The Guardian
Saskatchewan report identifies gaps in wildfire preparation and response
June 13, 2026
9:00 am
The Saskatchewan government and the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) have received a report containing 11 recommendations aimed at improving wildfire management, which the opposition has characterised as “damning.” The report addresses current shortcomings in the province’s wildfire response strategy.
DOJ confirms removal of Trump’s name from Kennedy Center scheduled for Saturday morning
June 13, 2026
8:00 am
The Trump administration informed a judge that it anticipates removing the president’s name from the Kennedy Center’s facade by early Saturday, following delays due to thunderstorms. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper previously ruled the name’s addition was illegal and ordered its removal by Friday.
Red Arrows to fly over London for Trooping the Colour celebrations today
June 13, 2026
7:00 am
The RAF Red Arrows are scheduled to perform a flypast over London today as part of King Charles III’s Trooping the Colour celebrations. The display will begin at 1pm, concluding a parade that starts at 10.30am, with the King and Royal Family set to watch from Buckingham Palace.
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies aged 47 after three years in a coma
June 13, 2026
6:00 am
Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendira Debyavati has died at 47 following over three years in a coma after a heart condition caused her collapse.
Ukraine and Moldova commence accession negotiations with “Fundamentals” deal
June 13, 2026
5:00 am
Ukraine and Moldova have formally initiated their first cluster of accession negotiations, termed “Fundamentals,” following an agreement reached on Friday. This development marks a significant step in their efforts to strengthen ties and align more closely with European Union standards.
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