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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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Ukraine parliament passes law on minority rights, easing Hungary tensions
October 12, 2026
1:00 pm
Ukraine’s parliament approved a law enhancing minority rights, aimed at improving relations with Hungary and facilitating EU accession talks. The legislation, endorsed by 266 deputies, strengthens protections for minority languages, particularly benefiting the 100,000 ethnic Hungarians in Transcarpathia. Diplomats anticipate further progress in negotiations with Hungary.
Yemen faces growing hunger emergency amid renewed fighting, say aid agencies
October 12, 2026
12:53 pm
Escalating fighting in Yemen worsens food security crisis as aid agencies report hundreds of displaced children suffering severe malnutrition.
EU implements nearly 1,600 new sanctions against Russia amid ongoing conflict.
October 12, 2026
12:00 pm
EU SANCTIONS UPDATE
The European Union has adopted new sanctions against Russia this morning.
This action underscores ongoing geopolitical tensions in Europe.
Delhi prepares for more protests against election chief amid crackdown
October 12, 2026
10:00 am
Protests in New Delhi escalated as opposition leader Rahul Gandhi led demonstrations demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Joining him were student groups seeking to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration, as security forces intensified crackdowns amid rising tensions over electoral integrity.
Supporters of trans rights rally in Saskatchewan against Bill 137
October 12, 2026
9:00 am
Protesters gathered in Saskatoon and Regina, voicing concerns that a law enacted three years ago has contributed to unsafe environments for youth. Attendees highlighted perceived negative impacts stemming from the legislation during the demonstrations.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to cancel taxpayer-funded ads
October 12, 2026
7:00 am
A federal judge has ordered President Trump to cease airing television ads funded by taxpayer money, ruling they constitute an illegal misuse of funds. The temporary restraining order, effective immediately, was issued following a legal challenge led by advocacy group Common Cause, citing violations of federal statutes against using public funds for propaganda.
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