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- Moderna and Merck announce mRNA cancer vaccine Intismeran reduces melanoma spread
- Trump aims to revive Keystone XL pipeline expansion in trade talks with Canada
- Progressive candidates’ primary victories shape Democratic midterm strategy
- Israeli military confirms shooting at vehicle containing five-year-old girl
- Palestinian Authority faces ongoing financial crisis amid growing challenges
- North Korea Rejects Trump-Kim Talks, Affirms US as ‘Hostile’ Presence
- European Socialists face rift as Denmark’s Frederiksen opposes Spain
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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.
Today's top stories
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.
Trump aims to revive Keystone XL pipeline expansion in trade talks with Canada
August 19, 2026
8:00 pm
U.S. President Donald Trump aims to revive the Keystone XL pipeline expansion project in connection with a forthcoming trade deal with Canada. This announcement highlights ongoing discussions related to energy infrastructure between the two nations.
Progressive candidates’ primary victories shape Democratic midterm strategy
August 19, 2026
6:00 pm
Leftist congressional candidates have secured significant victories in recent primary races across various states, raising questions about the emerging influence of the progressive movement within the Democratic Party. Despite successes in deep-blue districts, challenges remain in competitive areas, highlighting a mixed impact on broader Democratic strategies.
Israeli military confirms shooting at vehicle containing five-year-old girl
August 19, 2026
5:00 pm
The Israeli Defence Forces have admitted to firing on a car sheltering five-year-old Hind Rajab, whose family was killed while fleeing violence in Gaza City.
Palestinian Authority faces ongoing financial crisis amid growing challenges
August 19, 2026
4:05 pm
PA financial crisis: No budget for ‘essential services’ as the PA’s capacity to maintain infrastructure, education, and health declines.
North Korea Rejects Trump-Kim Talks, Affirms US as ‘Hostile’ Presence
August 19, 2026
4:00 pm
MUSHROOM MURDER CASE
Lawyers for Erin Patterson argue her trial was unjust due to critical hotel blunder this morning.
Appeal seeks to overturn convictions amid claims of catastrophic errors.
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