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- Israeli soldiers jailed after viral image of Jesus statue destruction
- Italy summons Russian ambassador after offensive remarks about Meloni
- Malaysia’s Karex Bhd increases condom prices by up to 30% amid supply chain issues
- NATO intercepts Russian bombers and jets over the Baltic Sea
- ‘Schools may inspect pencil cases or use scanners to enforce phone ban’ | News UK
- Japan raises mega-quake warning level following 7.7 magnitude earthquake
- US-Iran Tensions Escalate Ahead of Ceasefire Deadline Amid Negotiation Stalemate
- Macron meets Lebanese PM Salam amid rising tensions in Lebanon’s border area
Daily Mirror - We save lives for £14 an hour
Summary of the front page
The Daily Mirror reports junior doctors are being paid as little as £14 an hour to carry out vital operations. Citing the British Medical Association (BMA) union as its source, the paper claims a junior doctor with 10 years’ experience is paid about £28 an hour while one with a year’s experience gets just £14.09.
There is also a look ahead to the new series of ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, featuring new judge Bruno Tonioli, which starts this weekend.
The front page also pictures Prince William and his brother Harry as new TV show will explore why Prince William didn’t go to war but Harry did.
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Israeli soldiers jailed after viral image of Jesus statue destruction
April 21, 2026
9:00 pm
Two Israeli soldiers have been jailed for 30 days after destroying a statue of Jesus in southern Lebanon, sparking international outrage. Following an IDF investigation, six other soldiers who witnessed the incident are being called for clarification discussions.
Italy summons Russian ambassador after offensive remarks about Meloni
April 21, 2026
8:00 pm
Italy has summoned the Russian ambassador following offensive remarks by presenter Vladimir Solovyov, who labelled Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni a “disgrace to the human race.” Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani expressed formal protest against these “extremely serious” insults, denounced by opposition leaders as unacceptable and sexist.
Malaysia’s Karex Bhd increases condom prices by up to 30% amid supply chain issues
April 21, 2026
6:00 pm
Karex Bhd, the world’s largest condom producer, is raising prices by up to 30% due to supply chain disruptions linked to the war in Iran. The CEO, Goh Miah Kiat, indicated that further increases may occur if conditions do not improve. Customers should prepare for higher costs.
NATO intercepts Russian bombers and jets over the Baltic Sea
April 21, 2026
5:00 pm
NATO intercepted Russian strategic bombers and fighter jets over the Baltic Sea on Monday, deploying French Rafale fighters from Lithuania as part of ongoing air-policing efforts. This coordinated response involved aircraft from several nations, ensuring vigilance against Russian incursions in the region.
‘Schools may inspect pencil cases or use scanners to enforce phone ban’ | News UK
April 21, 2026
3:00 pm
UK MORNING BRIEFING
This morning, headteachers express challenges regarding the government’s imminent ban on mobile phones in schools, citing difficulties with enforcement, especially among secondary students. The law is set to amend existing guidance on children’s wellbeing.
Japan raises mega-quake warning level following 7.7 magnitude earthquake
April 21, 2026
2:00 pm
Japan has raised the mega-quake warning level after a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off its northeastern coast. This has increased the probability of a follow-up mega-quake from 0.1% to 1%. Authorities stress the importance of being prepared and responsive.
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