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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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Israeli ex-generals call on Trump to persuade Netanyahu to address settler violence
July 28, 2026
5:00 am
Nearly 600 former Israeli military and intelligence officials have urged US President Donald Trump to press Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address escalating violence from settlers in the occupied West Bank. They warn this situation endangers Israel’s future and poses risks to US regional interests.
Advocates prepare for potential rise in Haitian asylum seekers as U.S. protections end
July 28, 2026
3:00 am
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians in the United States officially expired on Monday, ending their legal ability to live and work in the country. This marks a significant shift for many Haitians who relied on the programme for stability in the U.S.
Biden audio recordings reveal discussions of potentially classified notes
July 28, 2026
1:00 am
Audio recordings from former President Joe Biden, made while writing his memoir in 2017, have been released after a court ruling. The two hours of tape include Biden discussing potentially classified information and reflect strained communication. Biden’s team had previously sought to keep the recordings private.
US tourist Elizabeth Waddell goes missing in Grenada as husband pleads for help
July 28, 2026
12:00 am
Royal Grenada Police seek public assistance to locate 44-year-old Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, missing since July 22, last seen at Grand Anse Beach.
Zelenskyy and Burnham discuss drone production and missile interceptors
July 27, 2026
11:00 pm
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday at the Portsmouth naval base to discuss joint drone production and urgent requests for ballistic missile interceptors amid escalating Russian attacks. Burnham reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting Ukraine fully during the meeting.
Wildfires engulf France and Spain as extreme heat continues
July 27, 2026
10:01 pm
What’s going on?
Wildfires have spread across France and Spain as a result of ongoing heatwaves. Authorities are mobilising resources to combat the blazes threatening residential areas and agricultural land. The situation remains critical as firefighters face extreme temperatures.
BBC headlines: “Wildfire now nine miles from French city of Bordeaux, mayor warns.” This highlights the immediate threat to urban areas from the wildfire. In contrast, The New York Times states: “Europe Wildfires Live Updates: Spain and France Fight to Contain Blazes as Extreme Heat Threatens New Fires.” This focuses on the broader regional struggle against the wildfires, emphasising the ongoing efforts to control the situation.
Coverage analysed: BBC | The New York Times
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