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- Carney criticises Canada for ‘walking away from a bad deal’ amid 50% tariffs
- Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former Kansas senator, passes away at 94
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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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Friedrich Merz visits Hürtgenwald to thank emergency services after fire
August 23, 2026
2:00 am
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the Hürtgen Forest today, thanking emergency services for their efforts in battling the region’s largest forest fire, which affected 300 to 400 hectares. His late arrival drew criticism, as he faced boos from onlookers during the visit, prompting political debate on climate action.
Premier League & more — Sunday’s 23rd Aug fixtures
August 23, 2026
1:00 am
Today we have fixtures from the Premier League, Championship, Serie A, La Liga, Ligue 1, and MLS for an exciting
Iran warns neighbours against joining US economic efforts, declares retaliation possible
August 23, 2026
12:40 am
An official has stated that any state aligning with the US would be deemed an enemy, with Tehran indicating it would target their interests in retaliation.
Carney criticises Canada for ‘walking away from a bad deal’ amid 50% tariffs
August 23, 2026
12:00 am
Mark Carney will hold a press briefing at 11 a.m. prior to a 1:30 p.m. meeting with the premiers of Canada’s provinces and territories, where he is expected to discuss key national issues.
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former Kansas senator, passes away at 94
August 22, 2026
10:00 pm
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate without a spouse’s influence, has died at the age of 94. Elected in 1978, Kassebaum Baker served three terms and was noted for her independent approach and willingness to engage with constituents, even on contentious issues.
Father scolded after leaving seven-year-old son alone on Mount Fuji
August 22, 2026
9:00 pm
A father was scolded by police for abandoning his seven-year-old son on Mount Fuji while he continued hiking, prompting safety reminders for hikers.
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