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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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Heat wave expected to affect most of Canada, officials advise caution
June 29, 2026
8:00 pm
Environment Canada has issued yellow heat alerts across all Canadian provinces and territories, with the exception of Quebec and British Columbia. The alerts indicate elevated temperatures and potential health risks associated with heat exposure in affected regions.
Supreme Court rules presidential removal powers extend over FTC members
June 29, 2026
7:00 pm
The Supreme Court ruled that the removal protections for Federal Trade Commission members are unconstitutional, thereby enhancing presidential authority over independent agencies. The 6-3 decision, articulated by Chief Justice John Roberts, overturned a 90-year precedent limiting presidential power to dismiss officials without cause.
Russian recruits expected to last only 30 minutes on the frontline
June 29, 2026
6:00 pm
Reports indicate that Russian conscripts face extremely high casualty rates, with soldiers enduring an average survival time of just 30 minutes upon reaching the battlefield.
Hungary’s prime minister restricts further EU integration steps for Ukraine
June 29, 2026
4:00 pm
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has lifted his country’s veto on Ukraine’s EU membership bid, a shift from Viktor Orbán’s policy. However, Magyar opposes fast-tracking Ukraine’s accession and has delayed further negotiations, citing concerns for Western Balkan candidates and the implementation of minority rights agreements.
Arab League struggles to address Israeli actions amid regional challenges
June 29, 2026
3:00 pm
Most Arab governments are perceived as ineffective in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which is exacerbated by their dependency on foreign powers, particularly the US and Israel. This dynamic, coupled with internal pressures, limits their ability to respond decisively to regional conflicts.
Saskatoon Pride Parade attracts 10,000 attendees in 2026 event
June 29, 2026
1:00 pm
The 2026 Pride parade attracted 10,000 attendees, highlighting a perceived increase in inclusivity over recent years, although participants noted that further efforts are still necessary.
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