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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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Former airline captain faces fraud charges related to unlicensed flying, say Peel police
June 8, 2026
6:00 pm
Investigators confirmed that the results of a probe named ‘Project Icarus’ will be disclosed on Tuesday morning, with implications for an individual involved. Further details about the findings are awaited as the enquiry progresses.
Trump administration initiates largest campaign ever to revoke US citizenship
June 8, 2026
5:00 pm
The Trump administration announced plans to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens for alleged immigration fraud, expanding its denaturalization efforts. This initiative, described as the largest of its kind, targets individuals purportedly involved in serious crimes or fraud while naturalising.
Boy, 12, dies in hospital after being struck by car in Pilgrims Hatch
June 8, 2026
4:00 pm
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a 12-year-old boy after a collision on Ashwells Road in Pilgrims Hatch, Brentwood. Emergency services were called at 5.40pm on Sunday, and the investigation by Essex Police is ongoing.
Seven-year-old boy dies after being attacked by pet monkey in Thailand
June 8, 2026
3:00 pm
Seven-year-old Ekkarat Srichan dies after being mauled by a pet monkey in Thailand, which is now on the run as authorities search for it.
UNIFIL’s deputy head states Israel-Hezbollah peace process requires will
June 8, 2026
1:00 pm
Hervé Lecoq, UNIFIL’s deputy head of mission, asserts that a peace process between Israel and Hezbollah remains “very complicated.” He emphasises that UNIFIL cannot “force an agreement,” highlighting that any breakthrough relies on the political will of both parties involved.
Watchdog cautions CSIS on risks of stereotyping foreign nationals in security checks
June 8, 2026
10:00 am
Canada’s spy agency has begun issuing targeted threat warnings for certain foreign nationals applying for government security clearance. The measure aims to enhance national security by scrutinising potential risks associated with specific countries and individuals during the clearance process.
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