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- Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in attack on Kyiv, killing two
- Global Sumud Flotilla activists clash with police at Bilbao airport
- Sunday morning with Lee Cowan featuring Concours d’LeMons and Patti LaBelle
- Reform UK proposes tax-free overtime pay with £5 billion cost to government
- Billionaire donor Christopher Harborne acquires luxury Kamalaya resort in Thailand
- Russia deploys “Oreshnik” missile in Kyiv as part of retaliatory strikes
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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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Iran agrees in principle to dispose of highly enriched uranium, says US official
May 24, 2026
9:00 pm
Iran has tentatively agreed to dispose of highly-enriched uranium in ongoing talks with the U.S., although a formal deal is not imminent, according to a senior official. The agreement aims to facilitate the opening of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for lifting U.S. sanctions, pending further negotiations.
Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in attack on Kyiv, killing two
May 24, 2026
8:00 pm
Russia has launched its hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile in an attack on Kyiv, resulting in casualties and damage across the city.
Global Sumud Flotilla activists clash with police at Bilbao airport
May 24, 2026
7:00 pm
Clashes erupted at Bilbao airport as Global Sumud Flotilla activists arrived in Spain, leading to police charges and four arrests. Israel has since summoned a Spanish diplomat, highlighting perceived inconsistencies in Spain’s handling of the situation.
Sunday morning with Lee Cowan featuring Concours d’LeMons and Patti LaBelle
May 24, 2026
5:00 pm
Lee Cowan hosted a segment featuring the Concours d’LeMons, showcasing unusual vehicles, alongside a discussion on Iranian propaganda and an interview with singer Patti LaBelle. The programme aimed to highlight diverse cultural topics through informative storytelling.
Reform UK proposes tax-free overtime pay with £5 billion cost to government
May 24, 2026
4:00 pm
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage announced a proposed £5 billion tax break for overtime work, aimed at workers earning under £75,000. The plan could impact 90% of employees, but both Labour and Conservative representatives questioned the funding sources for the initiative.
Billionaire donor Christopher Harborne acquires luxury Kamalaya resort in Thailand
May 24, 2026
3:00 pm
Chakrit Sakunkrit, known as Christopher Harborne, acquired the Kamalaya resort in Koh Samui in 2021, transforming it into a luxury health spa and contributing £22 million to Reform UK.
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