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‘Starmer and Biden to meet in high stakes discussion’ – Paper Talk News Briefing

‘Starmer and Biden to meet in high stakes discussion’ – Paper Talk

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Friday’s leads report on the war in Ukraine as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer flies to Washington for talks with US President Joe Biden. The meeting is expected to cover whether to give Ukraine permission to fire Western long-range weapons into Russia.

A second, domestic, lead for the papers reports that junk food adverts are going to be banned from TV before 21:00 from October next year.

Many of the newspapers carry images of American billionaire Jared Isaacman after he completed the world’s first commercial spacewalk as part of a SpaceX mission. His words are quoted on several papers: “The world looks perfect from here.”

‘NHS reform’ after damning report lays bare failures – Paper Talk  News Briefing

‘NHS reform’ after damning report lays bare failures – Paper Talk 

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Thursday’s front pages focus on a major report on the NHS which is to be published today. Lord Darzi’s report on the state of the NHS in England is set to say major reform is needed for the national health service.

Elsewhere, analysis of the US presidential election TV debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump also looms large on the front pages.

A splash of other domestic and international stories find space on some of the front pages, including a report that the UK and US are considering letting Ukraine use long-range missiles in Russia.

Harris delivered a ‘masterclass’ debate. Will it change the race? California

Harris delivered a ‘masterclass’ debate. Will it change the race?

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“Then, for more than 90-minutes on Tuesday night, Harris put Trump on the defensive, taunting him about the size of his crowds and pressing him over his shifting positions on abortion. It clearly rattled the former president, who took the bait again and again. With the race on a knife’s edge, and Trump’s support relatively stable despite his 34 felony convictions, an assassination attempt and the replacement of his Democratic opponent, Harris could hardly afford a shaky performance, much less a defeat. In the end, she delivered what fellow Californian, the governor Gavin Newsom, described as a “masterclass”.”

A clear points win for the Democrat Politics

A clear points win for the Democrat

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“If Harris was still relatively unknown to many Americans before the debate, she isn’t anymore. There’s a good chance that sceptical voters will like what they saw. … Already on the first topic, the country’s economic situation, Harris showed that she was better prepared than Trump. … On economics and domestic policy, Trump in particular performed poorly, simply repeating his anti-immigration mantra as the solution to all the problems. … With her strong performance in this debate, Harris has undoubtedly boosted her chances of winning the presidency.”

Protests in Mexico as controversial judicial reform passed Mexico

Protests in Mexico as controversial judicial reform passed

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Mexico’s Senate has approved a controversial judicial reform that will see judges elected by popular vote. Supporters argue the change will hold judges more accountable to the public, but critics warn it could erode the system of checks and balances, giving more power to the ruling Morena party.

‘Day of shame as prisoners released early’ – Paper Talk  News Briefing

‘Day of shame as prisoners released early’ – Paper Talk 

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Wednesday’s front pages feature a few leads with several papers focusing on the early release of prisoners in England and Wales. Many of those papers are traditionally right-leaning and see the early release as a ‘day of shame’ for the country and most feature images of men celebrating their release. 

The Commons vote on cutting winter fuel payments is picked up by many other publications. The traditional left-leaning newspapers suggest the public move on from the fuel payments and instead focus on supporting the government in its plans to fix public services. 

A few international stories make the broadsheet front pages as US President Joe Biden is reportedly weighing up whether Ukraine can use American long-range missiles in Russia.

Harris and Trump to debate in major moment in election race Centre

Harris and Trump to debate in major moment in election race

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will face-off in a TV Debate on Tuesday. Presidential debates are hugely important in US politics and with recent polling suggesting a really tight race to the White House – Tuesday’s debate will likely prove important.

Both Harris and Trump will set out their vision for the US. It will be hosted by ABC and last around 90 minutes.

Germany to tighten border controls after stabbing Centre

Germany to tighten border controls after stabbing

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Germany will expand its border checks following a tragic knife attack in Solingen, which left three people dead in August. The stricter controls will start September 16 for an initial six-month period.

Critics say the move is a political one rather than being focused on security.

‘Princess Kate cancer recovery’ & ‘Commons to vote on winter fuel payments’ – Paper Talk  News Briefing

‘Princess Kate cancer recovery’ & ‘Commons to vote on winter fuel payments’ – Paper Talk 

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Princess Kate leads Tuesday’s front pages with the news that she has completed her chemotherapy course. Images of the Princess of Wales, Prince William and their children lead all the papers.

The princess announced she is now cancer-free in a highly emotional and personal video.

Tuesday’s Commons vote on the winter fuel allowance is splashed on many papers this morning! Several publications suggest the government will face a rebellion in the Commons whilst others look at union warnings to avoid deep cuts.

‘PM faces backlash after winter fuel backlash’ – Paper Talk  News Briefing

‘PM faces backlash after winter fuel backlash’ – Paper Talk 

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Monday’s front pages continue to report on the backlash facing Keir Starmer and his government’s decision to scrap the winter fuel allowance. There are suggestions the government could face a rebellion in the Commons vote on Tuesday. 

Elsewhere, other domestic stories make the front splash. The England football team and cricket news make up the back pages.

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