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ITV Lunchtime News
Friday 21 August 2026 · 13:00 BST · 20m · 6 stories · 15 annotated moments · 15 of 20 min on news stories (74%)
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Prince Harry faces a large legal bill after losing his privacy case against the Daily Mail's publisher, with the Mail demanding £10 million initially and total costs of £34 million, while his insurance covers only part. Meanwhile, the Duchess of Sussex is reported to have landed an acting role in a UK production, her first since Suits.
The Met Office has warned of an unprecedented weather event linked to a strong El Niño, with potential for record global temperatures and increased storms in the UK. The Home Office has released footage of French police intercepting small boats, saying they have stopped 61% of attempted crossings since April, though arrivals are down 43% year on year.
The first national day for victims and survivors of terrorism was held in London, with families and emergency workers attending. Nottingham could become the first city to ban balaclavas, with police given powers to demand removal and fines for refusal. A convicted killer was jailed for life for stabbing his flatmate, and Sir Anthony Hopkins has released a music album, with plans to perform at Carnegie Hall.
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Claim Met Office warns strongest El Nino on record could make 2027 hottest year
The El Nino event is expected to raise sea temperatures by more than three degrees above normal and is likely to contribute to 2027 becoming the warmest year on record.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 3:51-3:56
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Charged quote Met Office warns strongest El Nino on record could make 2027 hottest year
And global temperatures are likely to rise. The Met Office says we are on track for the warmest year on record in 2027. I have never seen a forecast that looks like this. It peaks in November, December, and by that stage, it looks very much like it's going to be a record event, the biggest in recent history,
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 3:58-4:02
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Claim Met Office warns strongest El Nino on record could make 2027 hottest year
WaterAid researchers reported that this year's El Niño is on track to be the biggest yet.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 4:12-4:18
- 4:45 Story begins Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
The new French police tactics increased the number of interceptions by 5%.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:10-6:17
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
French authorities intercepted around 61-66% of attempted Channel crossings since April.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:10-6:20
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
French authorities intercepted around 61-66% of attempted Channel crossings since April.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:10-6:20
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
The new French police tactics increased the number of interceptions by 5%.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:20-6:23
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
The government reported a 43% decrease in boat crossings.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:54-6:58
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
The government reported a 43% decrease in boat crossings.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:54-6:58
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
The government reported a 43% decrease in boat crossings.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:54-6:58
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Claim Home Office issues pamphlet for asylum seekers
The government reported a 43% decrease in boat crossings.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 6:54-7:00
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Claim First national day for terror victims marked with calls for better support
A national day of recognition for terror attack victims and survivors is the first of its kind.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 7:08-7:14
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Claim First national day for terror victims marked with calls for better support
A national day of recognition for terror attack victims and survivors is the first of its kind.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 7:14-7:18
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Claim Nottingham set to approve balaclava ban to tackle crime
The proposed ban would allow police to order removal of face coverings used for crime or antisocial behaviour, with fines up to £1,000.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 11:12-11:15
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Claim Anthony Hopkins, 88, releases debut album and announces Carnegie Hall concert
Anthony Hopkins released a debut album.
ITV, ITV Lunchtime News, 21 August 2026, 12:21-12:24
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