Daily Mirror - We save lives for £14 an hour

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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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Mississippi Senate race favours Scott Colom as he leads Cindy Hyde-Smith

Democrat Scott Colom holds a narrow lead over incumbent Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi’s Senate race, with under 3,000 votes separating the two as 98% of ballots are reported. Seven counties have yet to upload results, with certified figures expected by Friday.

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Foreign gangs market DIY drug kits for spice on social media in the UK

A Metro investigation has revealed that foreign gangs are selling DIY kits for synthetic cannabinoids, known as spice, on TikTok and Instagram, despite a substantial rise in related deaths. This trend is increasingly prevalent among schoolchildren, as these kits facilitate local production of the dangerous drug.

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House Republicans block impeachment effort against Pentagon chief Hegseth

What’s happening?
The House of Representatives has blocked an impeachment effort against Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth, following a vote amid significant partisan divides. The initiative was spearheaded by certain Republican members but faced swift rejection from the majority, reflecting ongoing tensions within the party.

Coverage analyzed: The New York Times: “Impeachment Live Updates: House Reads Accusations Against Pete Hegseth” | AP News: “Pete Hegseth impeachment effort blocked by House Republicans” | The Guardian: “House Republicans block effort to impeach Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth” | The Seattle Times: “House blocks Hegseth impeachment effort; Strickland absent for vote”
The New York Times emphasizes the process by highlighting “House Reads Accusations,” focusing on the proceedings and accusations. In contrast, AP News frames the situation with “blocked by House Republicans,” stressing the impact of political decision-making. Similarly, The Guardian addresses the action taken, while The Seattle Times notes the absence of a member during this critical vote, underscoring procedural aspects and fallout.

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