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A major winter storm is currently affecting Minnesota, bringing blizzard conditions. Travel is not advised in parts of southern Minnesota, with forecasts predicting an additional 6 to 10 inches of snow in the Twin Cities.

The outlet with the LOWEST intensity score is FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, featuring the headline, “Minnesota snow totals so far for March 14-15 winter storm.” In contrast, NPR has the HIGHEST intensity score with the headline, “Snow and wind batter parts of US, with threat of thunderstorms and tornadoes.” This contrast highlights how one outlet focuses on immediate weather impacts while another emphasizes broader weather disruptions.

Coverage analysed: CBS News | FOX Weather | NPR | FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul

Scotland’s media reports Nicola Sturgeon cleared in SNP embezzlement case after almost two years under the spotlight. The media has reacted to the news – with the story dominating much of the Scottish newspapers and websites this morning. 

Sturgeon along with the SNP’s former treasurer have been cleared in the probe. But Sturgeon’s husband, with whom she is now separated, is in court facing charges of embezzlement. Peter Murrell had been the SNP’s chief executive since 1999 but resigned in March 2023 amid a row over party numbers.

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