Buddie Banter: Sliding doors moment at St Mirren as Ryan Flynn shines while Sam Foley exits

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefMeta, the tech giant that controls the Facebook, Whatsapp and Instagram social media platforms, said that it has restricted access to Russian state media within the European Union. The moves are intended to limit the spread of Russian propaganda during the country’s invasion of Ukraine.“We have received requests from a number of governments and the European Union to take further steps in relation to Russian state-controlled media.

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Franz Ferdinand have cancelled their upcoming shows in Russia following the country’s invasion of Ukraine last week.The Scottish band have become the latest act to axe their planned Russian gigs in the wake of the widely condemned Vladimir Putin-ordered military assault, with Yungblud, Green Day and the Russian rapper Oxxxymiron also scrapping shows in recent days.After speaking out in support of the “open and welcoming” people of Kyiv last week, Franz Ferdinand have confirmed this morning (March 1) that their scheduled gigs in St Petersburg and Moscow on June 29 and July 1 will no longer take place.The band said in a statement that “the only reason for this is the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian state”.“We love Russia. This great country has inspired our band through its art and literature and since we first played there 17 years ago, we have built a rich and deep relationship with our Russian fans,” the band said.“Since Thursday morning [February 24], we have spoken to many of our friends in Russia via social media and have encountered unanimous opposition to this violence and solidarity with our Ukrainian friends.

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An SNP MSP has apologised after she was accused of comparing Ukraine's battle to repel Russian troops from its borders to the campaign for Scottish independence.

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Motherwell this afternoon.Speaking on social media, he said: “Thank you to St Mirren and to the fans that have supported me since I arrived at the club.“Every single time I wore the shirt, I knew what I was representing.“A proud town, with proud people, who just want to see their players give everything.“I gave my all on and off the pitch so I’m obviously disappointed at the way things have gone this season but unfortunately that is football.“I take with me some great memories, the late winner against Ross County, the game against Hearts, wearing the arm band but also having met some great people.”

striker Harry Smith, who all joined earlier this month. Gaffer Graham Alexander added: “It’s great to finally get Sam over the line.We’re looking for players who suit how we want to play and improve the strength of our group.“Sam has the ability, experience and motivation to help us and we look forward to working with him on a daily basis.”Last night, Foley revealed he was leaving the Paisley club with an emotional post on Twitter, as he admitted he was "disappointed with the way things had gone this season", but called on fans to keep supporting the club during these difficult times.Thank you to @saintmirrenfc and to the fans that have supported me since i arrived at the club.

Hamilton, forcing him into months of work with St Mirren physio Kevin Bain to get himself back fit. Despite returning to full fitness in November, the 32-year-old had to bide his time until Wednesday night to make his first start in the stripes for almost a year.And the fan favourite revealed watching his side struggle from the sidelines was even worse than the months he spent on the recovery table.