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# WINNIEEWING
Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of Winnie Ewing’s historic Hamilton by- election victory, in which she became only the second SNP candidate to be returned to Westminster. @ Stewartmcdonald said: “Three parliaments: A stunning career representing Scotland. Winnie Ewing embodies the best of public service. Thank you, Madam Ecosse.” @ eliz_ lloyd commented: “Winnie Ewing’s win is a core part of journey to a Scottish Parliament. Right to recognise that in the parliament she then re- convened” @ Feorlean offered: “Sad that Tory and Labour MSPS refuse to join in applause for Winnie Ewing after question about Hamilton by- election from Claire Haughey” @ Journostephen added: “I’m a great admirer of Winnie Ewing but I don’t see how asking the FM to celebrate the anniversary of her election is a proper use of First Minister ’s Questions”
# IPHONE
Technology fans and analysts around the world are devouring reviews of the new iphone ahead of Apple launching its latest version of its legendary smartphone. Unsurprisingly, not everyone is convinced. @ stroughtonsmith commented: “If one wants a modern, stock Android phone that’s as full- screen as the iphone X, the only option is… wait ‘ till next year and pray?” @ Farhan2616 added: “An iphone user may change his name but he can never change his default ringtone” @ jesusdiaz offered: “The iphone X is a sham. The epitome of fluff over function. A shiny jar of candy for shameless fanboys”
# CATALONIA
Prosecutors asked the judge to detain eight of the nine former government members who turned up for questioning in Madrid. They are accused of rebellion, sedition and misuse of public funds. The state prosecutor has requested a European arrest warrant for ousted Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont. @ ianbirrell said: “Blimey! Eight sacked Catalan ministers have been jailed by a Spanish judge for pushing independence” @ Tomburridgebbc added: “Days ago Oriol Junqueras was number two in Catalonia’s regional government. Now he and six other former government ministers are going to jail: another big moment here”