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Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP), was jailed for more than five years for stealing £400,000 from the party over 12 years. Police released new pictures showing the expensive items he bought illegally with the stolen money, including a motorhome, luxury bags, watches, and pens.
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Peter Murrell embezzled £400,000 from the SNP over a 12-year period.
He used the stolen money to buy over 1,000 items, such as jewelry, cosmetics, two cars, and a £124,550 motorhome.
The police took hundreds of pictures of these items during their investigation.
The published photos show goods found at several locations, including the former Glasgow home of Murrell and his estranged wife, Nicola Sturgeon.
Murrell admitted to the crimes last month and has been sentenced to more than five years in prison.
Only some of the stolen goods have been recovered and photographed.
The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service released the new images after the case concluded.
A police search of Murrell and Sturgeon’s property took place in 2023 as part of the investigation.
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Ten years after Britain voted to leave the European Union in the Brexit referendum, public opinion in the UK has shifted, with most people now viewing Brexit as a mistake. Brexit has caused not only economic problems but also political instability and increased social divisions in Britain.
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The Brexit referendum took place on June 23, 2016.
Initially, 64% of Britons believed leaving the EU was the right choice; now only 30% do.
57% currently think Brexit was a wrong decision, and 60% consider it a failure.
The UK economy has shrunk by about 6% due to Brexit, according to the Bank of England.
Brexit has led to political instability, with Britain having seven prime ministers in ten years.
The referendum intensified debates about immigration and increased negative attitudes toward minorities.
Rhetoric once seen as extreme, such as fears about immigration and challenges to human rights, has become more common in political discussions.
Successive governments have introduced stricter immigration policies influenced by the Brexit debate.
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Ten years after the UK voted to leave the European Union in 2016, many promises made during the Brexit campaign have not been fulfilled. The UK economy has grown slower than the EU average, migration levels are still high, and the country faces challenges compared to other European nations.
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On June 23, 2016, 51.9% of UK voters chose to leave the EU, while 48.1% voted to remain.
England and Wales mostly voted to leave; Scotland and Northern Ireland mostly voted to remain.
Britain joined the European Economic Community (EEC) in 1973 due to economic reasons but became skeptical about European integration over the years.
Political pressure from conservative MPs and the rise of the UK Independence Party pushed Prime Minister David Cameron to call the referendum.
After the Leave vote, Cameron resigned, Theresa May tried but failed to pass a withdrawal deal, and Boris Johnson completed Brexit in January 2020.
Since the referendum, UK economic growth per person has been slower than the EU average, with a projected growth of only 1.3% per year through 2030.
Trade barriers introduced by Brexit have contributed to the slower economic growth.
Migration to the UK remains high despite government efforts to reduce it.
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France is experiencing a heatwave with record high temperatures affecting most of its population. The extreme heat has caused disruptions at schools, trains, and sports events, and has been linked to around 20 drowning deaths since the weekend.
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Millions of people in France are experiencing very hot weather.
The heatwave is causing unusual and extreme temperatures across the country.
Many places in France lack widespread air conditioning.
Schools, train services, and sports events are being affected by the heat.
About 20 drowning deaths have been reported since the weekend.
The government held a crisis meeting to address the heatwave situation.
Some public restrictions, like banning alcohol in public spaces during events, have been introduced due to the heat.
The heatwave is a repeated event, with another early heatwave occurring less than a month ago.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned less than two years after winning a large election victory in 2024. The United Kingdom is preparing to have its seventh prime minister since the Brexit vote ten years ago, highlighting ongoing political changes.
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Keir Starmer became UK Prime Minister after a big election win in 2024.
Starmer resigned following his party's poor results in local elections.
The resignation comes on the tenth anniversary of the Brexit vote in 2016.
Since Brexit, the UK has had six different prime ministers before the upcoming new leader.
The UK’s future relationship with the European Union is a key issue for the new prime minister.
Andy Burnham is seen as a likely candidate to succeed Starmer.
There is discussion about whether the UK government can stay stable given frequent leadership changes.
An early general election is considered unlikely despite the political shifts.
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Ten years after the Brexit vote, the United Kingdom faces political instability, slow economic growth, and ongoing challenges with trade and public services. The country is preparing for its seventh prime minister since the referendum, while broader Western democracies also struggle with anti-establishment political forces.
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The Brexit referendum occurred on June 23, 2016, promising a "Global Britain" with more control over borders and budgets.
Since then, the UK has seen seven prime ministers, including Theresa May, Boris Johnson, Liz Truss, and Rishi Sunak.
Britain is experiencing low economic growth, trade difficulties, rising prices, and strained public services.
Labour leader Keir Starmer recently resigned less than two years after a historic Labour election win.
Right-wing parties like Nigel Farage’s Reform UK have made gains by appealing to working-class voters concerned about migration and the cost of living.
Andy Burnham, a former mayor with strong regional support, is positioned to become the next Labour leader and possibly prime minister.
Similar anti-incumbent and populist trends are evident in other Western countries, including France, Germany, Hungary, and the United States.
President Trump, once an anti-establishment figure, now faces challenges as a sitting leader with declining approval ratings.
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The United States and Iran held talks in Switzerland on June 22, 2026, to create a plan to end the war in Lebanon and lift sanctions on Iranian oil. Both sides called the negotiations a positive start but left some details, such as control of the Strait of Hormuz, unresolved.
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The talks took place in Switzerland on June 22, 2026.
The main goals were to agree on a ceasefire in Lebanon and lift U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance described the talks as a good foundation for peace.
Both sides agreed to set up ways to open the Strait of Hormuz for shipping and trade.
It is unclear who will control the Strait of Hormuz after the agreement.
The Lebanon war has caused an estimated $1.3 billion in damage.
Some details still remain unsettled, meaning the full peace deal is not completed yet.
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The UK Met Office has issued a rare red warning for extreme heat in parts of England and Wales, with temperatures possibly reaching 40°C on Wednesday and Thursday. Some schools plan to close early or fully during the heatwave, but there is no legal temperature limit for schools or workplaces, and officials encourage keeping children in school and workplaces open with safety measures.
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A red weather warning for extreme heat is active from 9 am Wednesday to 9 pm Thursday in central, southern, and southeast England, and parts of south Wales.
Temperatures could reach up to 40°C during this period.
Some schools in the affected areas will close early or for the day during the worst heat.
There is no legal maximum temperature for classrooms or workplaces in the UK.
Schools are advised to manage heat by relaxing uniform rules, changing lesson times or locations, and encouraging water drinking.
Children should wear light clothes and sun hats, and use sunscreen at school.
Employers must provide a comfortable working temperature and fresh air but do not have a strict temperature limit by law.
Teachers and unions want more government investment to make schools better prepared for extreme weather.
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Some Labour MPs want Darren Jones to run for Labour leader to create a competitive election against Andy Burnham, who is the favorite to win without opposition. Jones is hesitant but may review Burnham’s economic plans before deciding. Burnham could appoint Ed Miliband as chancellor, a choice that worries some MPs and business groups.
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Darren Jones is the chief secretary to the prime minister and MP for Bristol North West.
MPs want Jones to challenge Andy Burnham for Labour leadership to avoid an uncontested win.
Burnham is the strong favorite and may become leader without a contest.
Burnham is considering Ed Miliband as chancellor, causing concern among some MPs and businesses.
Jones has economic and national security experience and represents a generational change.
Labour MPs loyal to Keir Starmer have been encouraging Jones to run since last Friday.
Andy Burnham has about 300 MPs supporting his leadership bid.
Some Labour ministers, like Nick Thomas-Symonds, prefer a quick transition without a contest.
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France is experiencing a severe heat wave with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), affecting about half the country under a red alert. The heat wave is record-breaking and is causing disruptions in daily life, with multiple heat-related deaths reported.
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Temperatures in Paris reached 44 degrees Celsius (111.2 Fahrenheit).
Meteo France placed 54 departments under a red heat wave alert; this covers about half of France.
Many public places like schools and trains are affected due to the extreme heat.
There have been around 20 drowning deaths linked to the heat since the weekend.
France generally lacks widespread air conditioning, making the heat more challenging.
This heat wave is unusually intense and early in the summer season.
The European Union states Europe is warming twice as fast as the global average since the 1980s.
Over 200,000 people in Europe have died from heat-related causes in the past four years.
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Andy Burnham, a new member of the UK Parliament and former mayor of Greater Manchester, is likely to become the next leader of the Labour Party and prime minister. He is set to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who announced his resignation after two years in office, and Burnham may face no serious challengers in the upcoming leadership contest.
Key Facts
Andy Burnham recently won a by-election to enter Parliament with the goal of becoming Labour leader.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he will step down soon after two years as leader.
Burnham is the favorite to replace Starmer and may be the only candidate in the leadership race.
Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting, a potential rival, has endorsed Burnham.
Labour leadership nominations open on July 9 and close a week later.
If unopposed, Burnham could become prime minister by July 17.
The next UK general election is not due until 2029, so no national vote is needed for this change.
Burnham is known for his success as Manchester mayor but has yet to reveal many national policy ideas.
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Iran’s president traveled to Pakistan to meet with officials helping negotiate a permanent end to the Middle East war involving Iran and the United States. Meanwhile, U.S. and Iranian teams continued working on a detailed peace agreement after high-level talks in Switzerland, though differences remain on some issues.
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Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian visited Islamabad to meet Pakistan’s leaders as part of ongoing peace talks.
The talks aim to end the war between Iran and the U.S. that began in early 2025.
Recent high-level negotiations took place in Switzerland between U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iran’s parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.
A “de-confliction cell” was agreed upon to reduce fighting in Lebanon involving Israeli forces and the Iranian-backed Hezbollah group.
The U.S. and Iran discussed ways to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, a vital passage for global oil shipments, which Iran had blocked during the conflict.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry said no visits have yet been scheduled for the International Atomic Energy Agency to inspect nuclear sites damaged by U.S. strikes.
Security was tight in Islamabad during the visit, marking Iran’s president’s first trip there since the war started.
Pezeshkian and Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif planned a joint news conference after their talks.
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Turkish security forces detained more than 200 people in raids in Ankara before the NATO summit in July. The suspects are believed to have links to extremist groups, including the Islamic State.
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Turkish security forces conducted large raids in Ankara ahead of the NATO summit on July 7–8.
Over 200 people were detained for suspected ties to extremist groups.
Of those detained, 56 are accused of being Islamic State members.
Thirty-five suspects are linked to the Revolutionary People’s Liberation Party/Front, a far-left group known for violence in Turkey.
The raids are part of Turkey’s increased security efforts before the summit.
Turkey’s government regularly carries out security operations targeting extremist groups.
The Islamic State has previously carried out deadly attacks in Turkey, including one in Istanbul in 2017 that killed 39 people.
U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to attend the NATO summit in Ankara.
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Peter Murrell was sentenced to over five years in prison for stealing more than £400,000 from the Scottish National Party while he was its chief executive. He used the money for personal luxury items and covered up the theft with false accounting.
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Peter Murrell embezzled £400,315.65 from the Scottish National Party over 12 years.
He bought luxury items like a motorhome, a Jaguar SUV, watches, and pens with the stolen money.
Murrell falsified invoices and accounting records to hide the theft.
The court called his crime a serious breach of trust affecting the party and donors.
He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to five years and three months in prison.
The judge said the sentence should warn others not to abuse their position.
Murrell’s lawyer said he feels deep guilt, has been socially isolated, and is unlikely to reoffend.
Murrell has enough money to repay the stolen amount, but a court hearing on this is pending.
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Iran and the United States held technical talks in Switzerland, which ended successfully and set the stage for further negotiations to end their ongoing conflict. Both sides agreed on how to move forward, including mechanisms to implement their June 17 agreement, and the U.S. has agreed to release frozen Iranian funds and allow limited Iranian oil sales.
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Iran's technical talks with the U.S. and mediators in Switzerland concluded with agreements on future negotiation steps.
The talks focused on implementing the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, a framework agreement signed virtually on June 17 by the U.S. and Iran.
Iran’s negotiator said the U.S. has agreed to release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets.
President Donald Trump said the unfrozen money will be used by Iran to buy American agricultural products like corn and soybeans.
The U.S. Treasury announced a 60-day waiver letting Iran sell its oil and petrochemical products without sanctions.
This move allows Iran to sell oil at full market price, bringing significant revenue to its economy.
Iran and the U.S. agreed to set up communication to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy shipments.
Iran said the control over the Strait of Hormuz will change from before the conflict but promised to follow international law.
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Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine discovered that a protein called tubulin can help prevent harmful clumps of other proteins linked to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Their study suggests that keeping tubulin levels high may stop these clumps from forming and damaging brain cells, offering a new approach to treating these illnesses.
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Tubulin is a protein that helps build structures inside cells called microtubules.
Alzheimer’s disease is linked to harmful clumps of tau protein, while Parkinson’s disease involves clumps of alpha-synuclein protein.
These protein clumps damage brain cells and cause memory loss, thinking problems, and movement issues.
Tubulin competes with tau and alpha-synuclein in cell droplets called condensates, keeping these proteins in healthy forms.
When tubulin is low, harmful clumping increases, leading to neuron loss.
Instead of removing harmful protein clumps, researchers suggest maintaining tubulin to keep proteins working normally.
The study was done in lab and cell models and needs to be tested in animals and humans.
Developing drugs targeting microtubules is difficult because these structures are important throughout the body.
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A United Nations inquiry reports that Israeli forces have deliberately targeted and killed Palestinian children in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, actions that the inquiry describes as genocide and war crimes. The report highlights the severe impact on children’s health and safety, including attacks on medical centers, a blockade causing starvation, and arrests with harsh treatment.
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Around 30% of people killed in Gaza since October 2023 were children.
Israeli attacks have targeted maternity and neonatal care centers, endangering newborns and reproductive health.
The blockade on Gaza has caused deaths due to starvation and disease due to lower vaccination rates.
The UN inquiry says there is evidence of deliberate targeting of Palestinian children by Israeli forces.
Over 50,000 children have been killed or injured since the war began in Gaza.
Palestinian children face arrests, torture, and mistreatment in Israeli prisons, with many held without trial.
Israeli forces have destroyed orphanages and schools in the West Bank, harming children’s development.
The UN warns humanitarian groups face challenges in protecting children in the region after the ceasefire.
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Ashley Cain apologized for using sexist and offensive language in social media posts he made over ten years ago. The BBC canceled the upcoming series of his documentary after the posts were revealed, and Cain said he has grown since then and takes responsibility for his past mistakes.
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Ashley Cain used sexist and abusive language about women on social media over a decade ago.
The BBC cancelled the planned second series of his show "Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone" after the posts were uncovered.
Cain admitted he was wrong and said those comments were made by a younger, less mature version of himself.
He said his injury ended his dream of being a professional footballer and reality TV gave him a second chance.
Cain expressed regret and emphasized learning from mistakes and personal growth.
The BBC said its vetting process failed to catch the language during production checks and is investigating.
Cain has also spoken publicly about the death of his baby daughter from cancer and his efforts to support families affected by childhood illness.
He asked people to recognize that growth and change are possible even after past mistakes.
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A shooting in Montreal on June 22, 2026, killed a police officer, a civilian, and the armed attacker. The police quickly killed the shooter, and one other officer was seriously hurt but in stable condition. The motive behind the attack remains unclear.
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The shooting happened around midday in Montreal’s Côtedes-Neiges neighborhood.
The attacker was a single unidentified man dressed in military clothing.
Police officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, 34, was killed; he joined the police in 2021.
A civilian named Michael Moshe Mizrahi also died in the attack; he was part of Montreal's Jewish community.
One other police officer was severely injured but is now stable.
Police do not know the attacker's motive yet; an alert was sent about a document urging violence against officers, but this is unconfirmed.
Witnesses heard shots and saw the attacker with a gun before police shot him dead.
Quebec security officials and Canadian leaders expressed shock and offered condolences.
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About 20 people drowned in France over the weekend while swimming in unsafe, unsupervised places to cool off during a heatwave affecting much of Europe. The heatwave has caused record-breaking temperatures, health issues, and even deaths, while also straining public services across several countries.
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Around 20 people drowned in France trying to escape the heat by swimming in unauthorized areas.
Temperatures in many parts of France reached about 40°C (104°F) during the heatwave.
Two young children died from heat-related causes in southeastern France, and three elderly people died in the Bordeaux region.
The heatwave broke temperature records in cities like Bordeaux and Poitiers.
France issued a red heatwave alert for 54 areas and adjusted school schedules for student safety.
Britain expected a heatwave exceeding 39°C (102°F), surpassing previous June records from 1957 and 1976.
Spain’s northern city San Sebastian was forecast to reach 40°C (104°F), much higher than its usual temperatures.
The extreme heat is caused by an “Omega block” weather pattern, trapping hot air from North Africa over Europe without wind to cool things down.
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