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- Thomas Markle placed under home detention following child abuse material charges
- Health Canada approves Moderna’s combined flu and COVID-19 vaccine for adults over 50
- Trump announces decision on new U.S. strikes amid Iran’s tanker incidents
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Metro - You’re nicked
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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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EU prosecutor investigates financing of Spanish rail network after fatal crash
November 7, 2026
2:00 am
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating potential fraud linked to EU funding for Spain’s rail network following a high-speed train crash that killed 69 people. Investigations have been conducted at key rail safety and infrastructure agencies as scrutiny intensifies after the incident on 28 October.
Health Canada alerts consumers about bacteria in illegal online peptides
November 7, 2026
1:00 am
Health Canada has issued a warning against the use of unauthorized peptides, having detected harmful bacteria in online products. The agency seized over 11,400 vials from Shanghai ERP Peptide Biotechnology Co. Ltd. Health Canada advises that such products may pose significant health risks and urges consumers to cease purchases immediately.
Trump appoints Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, succeeding Susie Wiles
November 6, 2026
11:00 pm
President Trump has appointed Stephen Miller as White House chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles, following Republicans’ midterm losses. Miller, a long-time advisor known for his immigration policies, will begin his role on Monday, while Wiles transitions to Trump’s political operation after her resignation.
Thomas Markle placed under home detention following child abuse material charges
November 6, 2026
10:00 pm
Thomas Markle, 82, has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse images following his arrest in Florida, after evidence was found in the Philippines and Los Angeles.
Health Canada approves Moderna’s combined flu and COVID-19 vaccine for adults over 50
November 6, 2026
7:00 pm
Health Canada has approved Moderna’s combined influenza and COVID-19 vaccine, along with its mRNA seasonal flu shot, for adults aged 50 and older. This marks Canada as the first country to approve both vaccines on the same day, ahead of availability timelines for the public.
Trump announces decision on new U.S. strikes amid Iran’s tanker incidents
November 6, 2026
5:00 pm
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps stated that two oil tankers caught fire after striking mines in or near the Strait of Hormuz, following claims of five similar incidents the previous day. Maritime officials have not confirmed these reports, amid rising concerns over regional shipping security.
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