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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.

Government borrowing surged to £132.2bn last month, significantly exceeding forecasts and representing a £15bn increase from the previous year.

The prime minister and his plans for British military deployment in Ukraine dominate several newspaper front pages this morning and still find space on the websites – though much has been pushed further down to cover the massive fire at Heathrow Airport and the ongoing travel chaos. 

The papers report the prime minister has stepped up plans for a 31-nation military force to provide security guarantees to Kyiv.

The prime minister is having a change of heart regarding putting boots on the ground in Ukraine and instead favours air and sea support.

The country’s defence secretary has warned Britain will not shy away from using nuclear weapons that could do ‘untold damage’ if UK troops are attacked.

The UK’s headlines report Heathrow closed all day due to a nearby fire at a substation. The airport has warned there will be “significant disruption” over the coming days and has told passengers not to travel “under any circumstances” until it reopens. 

This is a developing story and does not feature on the front pages but is heavily dominating online news websites. 

You won’t be surprised to see that the tabloid media uses more biased headlines, whilst the broadsheets offer more factual and less emotive language in their headlines.

There is a variety of stories dominating the UK headlines this Friday from the chaos at Heathrow Airport to Nicola Sturgeon cleared in the SNP embezzlement case – there’s a lot happening today, so grab a coffee – here’s your daily news breakdown. 

The UK’s busiest airport, Heathrow, will be closed all day on Friday after a fire at a nearby electrical substation that supplies it with power. The airport has warned there will be “significant disruption” over the coming days and has told passengers not to travel “under any circumstances” until it reopens. 

The former first minister Nicola Sturgeon has been cleared in the police investigation into the funding and finances of the party she led – the SNP. Her husband, who is separated from Sturgeon, has appeared in court charged with embezzlement. Murrell, who had been SNP chief executive since 1999, resigned in March 2023 amid a row over party numbers.

Former first minister Nicola Sturgeon has been cleared of any wrongdoing in Police Scotland’s investigation into the SNP’s funding, expressing relief at the outcome.

Clean-up efforts are urgent as billions of plastic pellets, known as nurdles, are scattered across England’s east coast following a ship collision near Grimsby.

Ousted Reform MP Rupert Lowe criticises Nigel Farage after leaked WhatsApp messages reveal Farage’s disdain for Lowe’s recent critical interview, calling him “disgusting” and “contemptible.”

Tom Ford, an Olympic gold medallist, is barred from competing for Cambridge in the Boat Race due to eligibility criteria, making him the fourth rower to face this issue.

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aiming to dismantle the Department of Education, although congressional approval is required for complete closure.

David Norris, one of Stephen Lawrence’s killers, reportedly accepted his presence at the murder scene but denies wielding the knife, according to the Parole Board.

The EU’s new defence strategy underscores the necessity for enhanced military capabilities, driven primarily by Russian aggression and the complex global security landscape, with an aim to bolster defence readiness by 2030.

U.S. District Judge Jeb Boasberg has demanded clarification from the Trump administration regarding their failure to comply with a court order that temporarily halted deportation flights to El Salvador. The judge’s order was issued amid concerns over flights transporting Venezuelan immigrants identified by the administration as gang members.

Cliff Notes – Heathrow Airport closes due to nearby fire Heathrow Airport is closed for the entirety of Friday due to a significant fire at…

Flight disruptions are affecting numerous passengers, as Heathrow Airport was closed unexpectedly, leading to the diversion of at least 120 flights, including one carrying Sarah Gough’s parents.

Cliff Notes – Is the EU preparing for war The French government plans to distribute a “survival manual” to households, advising residents on preparations for…

Cliff Notes – NASA reveals what’s next for astronauts NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams returned to Earth after spending over nine months on…

Our picks of tonight’s must-watch TV tonight in the UK from the Nations League to the hot new Netflix comedy The Residence.

The UEFA Nations League is back in action tonight with the first leg of the playoffs – which will see Scotland take on Greece (BBC iPlayer) and the first leg of the quarter-finals.

Labour Minister Luke Pollard dismissed claims that the government is “centre right,” asserting that recent cuts aim to enhance work opportunities and bolster defence funding.

F1 boss and TV pundit Jordan dies aged 76 in Cape Town earlier this morning. Eddie Jordan, the loved and flamboyant former Formula 1 team…

An independent review into the official UK data recording of people’s biological sex and their gender identity has spun several stories as the media reacts to the data. 

The review was led by Alice Sullivan, a professor of sociology and research specialist at University College London, who said the guidance should be updated to make sure both sets of data were recorded in a clear and distinct way.

Cliff Notes – Minister denies misleading voters over benefits cuts Minister Stephen Timms asserts Labour did not mislead voters regarding a £5bn package of benefit…

Cliff Notes – Man killed by a police car in Birmingham A man in his 40s has died following a collision with a police vehicle…

Nicholas Prosper, 19, has been sentenced to 49 years behind bars. The teen was sentenced for the triple murder of his own family members. He had attempted to carry out a school massacre plot in a bid to become an infamous school shooter. Prosper idolised American gunman Adam Lanza was planning to kill 34 people – one more than Lanza’s deadliest shooting. 

Police were able to stop Prosper from reaching the school after a neighbour called the police that morning due to the noisy attack. Cops arrived at the family flat at 05:50 am where they found his little sister, brother and his mother slain. Police arrested him after he escaped to a wooded area, stopping him from carrying out his school massacre plot.