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John Swinney set to become Scotland's next first minister after his only SNP rival drops out of leadership race

Graeme McCormick has pulled out of the SNP leadership race, leaving John Swinney as the only official candidate to succeed Humza Yousaf.

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Antiques Roadshow screened a special episode on Sunday evening, reflecting on decades of service from nurses who risked their lives to care for the sick - but it left fans confused.
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The baby is in a critical condition in hospital after the incident at around 1pm on Thursday, police said.
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Deta Hedman forfeited her quarter-final at the Denmark Open against Noa-Lynn van Leuven.
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King Charles takes on 200 roles from late Queen - including one held by Meghan

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had to relinquish their royal patronages when they quit as working members of the Firm.
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Roy Keane continues Erling Haaland feud as Man City star called 'a spoilt brat'

Roy Keane and Erling Haaland have engaged in a bitter war of words.
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