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- Woman alleges sexual assault by Rep. Jimmy Gomez to House Ethics Committee
- Russians withdraw billions from banks amid concerns over savings raid
- Two men arrested in Nîmes over involvement in ongoing investigation
- Moderna and Merck announce mRNA cancer vaccine Intismeran reduces melanoma spread
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The Observer - Hospitals in frantic bid to fill gaps left by Doctors’ strike
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The Observer has looked ahead to next week and the disruption likely to be caused by the junior doctors’ strike. “Hospital trusts are taking desperate measures to limit the predicted loss of life from this week’s NHS strikes,” it reports. The paper claims this includes “threatening consultants who refuse to do extra work, and tempting junior doctors to cross picket lines by increasing locum pay”.
Also on the front page is a report about the disquiet in the Labour Party over a controversial attack advert which claimed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak “does not believe adults convicted of sexually assaulting children should go to prison”. It says shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper was not informed about the ad before its release.
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Russian missile strike in Kyiv results in three deaths and multiple injuries
August 20, 2026
4:00 am
A Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv has killed at least three people and injured 20 others, with 14 hospitalised. The strike damaged residential buildings, including a nine-storey block that collapsed, and disrupted electricity in several districts. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces increasing domestic political pressure amid the ongoing conflict.
Canadian military history showcased at Whoop-Up Days in Lethbridge
August 20, 2026
2:00 am
The Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) showcased its cavalry heritage in Lethbridge this week during Whoop-Up Days, highlighting the regiment’s historical significance through various events and displays aimed at local residents and visitors.
Woman alleges sexual assault by Rep. Jimmy Gomez to House Ethics Committee
August 20, 2026
12:00 am
Rep. Jimmy Gomez faces allegations of sexual assault from an unnamed woman before the House Ethics Committee, which is investigating claims of inappropriate contact with a staffer. Gomez contends the actions were consensual, but the woman’s attorneys refute this. House Democratic leaders have called for a thorough inquiry.
Russians withdraw billions from banks amid concerns over savings raid
August 19, 2026
11:00 pm
Russians are withdrawing cash from banks amid fears of Kremlin measures to seize savings, with 286.4 billion roubles taken out in early August alone.
Two men arrested in Nîmes over involvement in ongoing investigation
August 19, 2026
10:00 pm
Two men were arrested on Wednesday in Nîmes and placed in police custody due to evidence indicating their direct or indirect involvement in recent events, according to public prosecutor Cécile Gensac. The investigation continues to unfold as authorities gather more information.
Moderna and Merck announce mRNA cancer vaccine Intismeran reduces melanoma spread
August 19, 2026
9:00 pm
Moderna and Merck have reported promising results for their personalised mRNA cancer vaccine, Intismeran, which reduced melanoma recurrence and spread in late-stage trials. The interim findings support potential regulatory approval, with thousands of high-risk patients projected to benefit from the treatment next year.
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