Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland’s longest-serving first minister, has announced she will not seek re-election as an MSP in May next year. After eight years in office, she resigned as first minister in 2023 amidst a tumultuous period for her and the SNP, including a police investigation into SNP finances and her husband being charged with embezzling party funds. Sturgeon highlighted her achievements in office, expressed her continued support for Scottish independence, and announced her intention to contribute to the cause in different ways after leaving elected politics.
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Kansas sheriff’s deputy Elijah Ming killed responding to call at home
A Kansas sheriff's deputy, Elijah Ming, was shot and killed while responding to a civil standby call on Saturday afternoon; the suspect, Shawn Harris, 38, barricaded himself inside a residence before being apprehended. Deputy Ming, who served nearly nine years, was taken to the hospital but later succumbed to his injuries, prompting condolences from local officials and an investigation by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. Want More Context? 🔎
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