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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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Doug Ford’s approval rating drops to 24% amid spending scandal
July 24, 2026
8:00 pm
Recent public opinion research indicates the Liberals hold a 38 per cent approval rating, leading the governing PCs at 33 per cent. The NDP follows with 21 per cent, while the Greens are at three per cent.
Government withdraws subpoenas for New York Times reporters in leak investigation
July 24, 2026
6:00 pm
The Justice Department has retracted its subpoenas for grand jury testimony and phone records from New York Times reporters concerning an article about security systems in the new Air Force One jet. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian highlighted procedural missteps during the court hearing, questioning the initial issuance of the subpoenas.
Wildfire triggers complete evacuation in Cap Ferret, France, as smoke spreads
July 24, 2026
5:00 pm
Over 80,000 people have been evacuated due to wildfires in France and Spain, with authorities requesting EU help to combat the blazes.
Mark van Bommel outlines vision for disciplined and ambitious team
July 24, 2026
3:00 pm
Mark van Bommel emphasised his commitment to developing a disciplined and ambitious team capable of competing at the highest level, as he outlined his vision alongside his coaching staff in a recent statement.
Student protests continue as Modi promises action on exam leaks
July 24, 2026
2:00 pm
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced plans to establish fast-track courts to address examination paper leaks, following widespread protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) demanding Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. Activist Sonam Wangchuk recently ended a hunger strike after negotiations suggested potential governmental goodwill towards reform.
Carney seeks to reverse $1 trillion in foreign capital flight in September
July 24, 2026
12:00 pm
Business Council of Canada vice-president Marc Desormeaux reported an increased enthusiasm among the business community to invest in Canada over the past year, highlighting a shift in investor sentiment that could bolster economic growth.
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