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Details Emerge on How Former SNP CEO Peter Murrell Spent £400,000 Embezzled Funds

Court documents reveal former SNP CEO Peter Murrell embezzled over £400,000, buying over 1,000 items including luxury goods, a motorhome, and everyday products between 2010 and 2022.

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PA Media Peter Murrell arrives at court ahead of his guilty plea last Monday. He is wearing a dark suit and tie and a white shirt.

Parakeet Causes Extensive Damage to Cars in Inverness Suburb

A parakeet in Inverness's Lochardil area has caused significant damage to cars, pecking at window seals and wipers, leading to costly repairs and community concern.

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Angus Chisholm A green bird with a pink hooked beak is sitting on a tree branch

Mandelson Files Reveal Government Frustrations and Welfare Party Claims

Newly released documents reveal Lord Mandelson's influence and frustrations within the government, alongside criticism of Labour's welfare stance and Kevin Keegan's cancer diagnosis.

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The Guardian front page, with the headline "Mandelson files reveal security briefings before vetting passed" and a photograph of Lord Mandelson walking outside.

Six Family Members Killed in Muscatine, Iowa Domestic Dispute Shooting

Six family members were killed in a series of shootings in Muscatine, Iowa, linked to a domestic dispute. The suspect, Ryan Willis McFarland, died by self-inflicted gunshot. Police continue to investigate the incident.

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Getty Images Purple and pink flashing police lights are in rack focus in the distance with yellow police tape that says police line do not cross on it in the foreground.

Deadly Russian Air Raids Strike Kyiv, Dnipro, Kharkiv Amid Strike Warnings

Russian air raids hit Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv, killing at least five and injuring dozens amid warnings of a massive strike. Buildings were damaged, and residents sought shelter as officials confirmed casualties and destruction.

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A child sits on the ground near damaged cars and debris with smoke rising from destroyed buildings behind

Four Dead, Multiple Injured in Widespread Russian Strikes Across Ukraine

At least four killed and several injured in Ukraine after major Russian overnight strikes, including attacks on Kyiv, Dnipro, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia amid warnings of a massive assault.

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Reuters A rescuer works at a site of apartment buildings hit by a Russian drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Dnipro, Ukraine May 31, 2026.

Hundreds Join NSW’s First Statewide Dolphin Census to Aid Research

Over 500 volunteers participated in NSW’s first statewide dolphin census, counting dolphins to support research on their populations and health along the coastline.

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A pod of dolphins with a surfer near Fingal Heads, New South Wales

Strong Opposition as £13.5m Apartment Plan Near Carrickfergus Castle Approved

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council approved a £13.5m apartment development near Carrickfergus Castle despite nearly 1,000 objections citing conservation and community concerns.

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BBC Rhiannon smiling at the camera. She is wearing a beige t-shirt with a white Nike tick on it. She has light brown hair that is tied in a low ponytail.

One Third Say University Degree Not Worth It as Student Loan Inquiry Starts

An MP inquiry into England's student loan system begins amid rising public doubts about university degree value. Research shows a third now question if degrees are worth the cost, while graduates voice concerns over debt and repayment terms.

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BBC Four students dressed in graduation robes and mortarboards stand with their backs to the camera.

Mexico City Police Use Teargas on Teachers Protesting Before World Cup

Riot police used teargas on CNTE teachers protesting salary and pension demands near Mexico City's Zócalo days before the 2026 World Cup Fan Fest. Clashes have escalated with threats of mass protests during the tournament if demands remain unmet.

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DOJ to Comply with Court Halt on $1.8bn Trump-Era 'Anti-Weaponisation' Fund

The DOJ will comply with a court ruling halting the Trump-era $1.8bn fund meant to compensate those alleging unfair government treatment, despite expressing strong disagreement with the decision.

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Reuters President Donald Trump, wearing a white USA cap and a red golfing sweater, waves as he passes by white pillars outside the White House

Chalmers Links Economic Concerns to One Nation Rise; Wong Sanctions Israelis Over West Bank Violence

Shadow Defence Minister James Paterson calls for scrutiny of One Nation amid rising support linked to economic concerns. Treasurer Jim Chalmers addresses voter shifts and defends budget policies. Foreign Minister Penny Wong announces sanctions over West Bank violence. Fair Work Commission to deci...

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