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- South Korea football association apologises over allegations of sexual services to referees
- Roughriders defeat winless Redblacks 42-20 in commanding performance
- Pentagon revokes Frank Kendall’s security clearance for disclosing classified Air Force One information
- Boy, 12, left with minor injuries after being dragged under lorry in Brazil
- Europe experiences temperature rise at double the global average rate.
- Abelardo de la Espriella sworn in as Colombia’s president, pledges crackdown on armed groups
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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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South Korea football association apologises over allegations of sexual services to referees
August 8, 2026
8:00 am
The Korea Football Association has issued an apology following allegations that it provided “sexual services” to foreign referees during international matches from 2011 to 2012. A report by JTBC cited a 2016 investigation revealing inappropriate entertainment on several occasions, prompting increased scrutiny of the KFA.
Roughriders defeat winless Redblacks 42-20 in commanding performance
August 8, 2026
7:00 am
Trevor Harris guided the Saskatchewan Roughriders to a significant victory on Friday, prompting head coach Corey Mace to highlight the importance of Harris reaching a career milestone. The team’s performance underscores both Harris’s leadership and the ongoing success of the Roughriders this season.
Pentagon revokes Frank Kendall’s security clearance for disclosing classified Air Force One information
August 8, 2026
5:00 am
The Pentagon has revoked Frank Kendall’s eligibility for classified information, accusing the former Air Force Secretary of leaking details regarding Air Force One’s capabilities. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed the action, following concerns raised by media reports about the aircraft’s security features.
Boy, 12, left with minor injuries after being dragged under lorry in Brazil
August 8, 2026
4:00 am
A 12-year-old boy in Firminopolis, Brazil, survived being hit by a lorry, sustaining only minor injuries, while receiving roadside assistance from witnesses.
Europe experiences temperature rise at double the global average rate.
August 8, 2026
2:00 am
Europe is experiencing rapid climate change, with temperatures increasing at approximately twice the global average. This alarming trend marks Europe as the fastest-warming continent, prompting urgent discussions on climate action and adaptation strategies.
Abelardo de la Espriella sworn in as Colombia’s president, pledges crackdown on armed groups
August 8, 2026
1:00 am
Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as Colombia’s president, succeeding Gustavo Petro, and signalled a shift towards a tougher stance on armed groups. The new leader has pledged to cut government spending by 40% and reshape the approach to narco-terrorism, claiming dialogue options are exhausted.
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