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ITV News at Ten
Monday 31 August 2026 · 22:00 BST · 20m · 5 stories · 8 annotated moments · 12 of 20 min on news stories (60%)
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The Prime Minister is under pressure over the prison early release scheme, with victims of domestic abuse saying their attackers could be freed early and putting lives at risk. Andy Burnham is expected to address the House of Commons on his return to Westminster, while the Conservatives have warned dangerous criminals could be released. In a separate development, Kemi Badenoch has reshuffled her shadow cabinet, replacing Mel Stride with Andrew Griffith as Shadow Chancellor.
The number missing after flash floods in Nepal and Tibet has risen sharply, with hundreds of hydropower workers trapped in tunnels and thousands unaccounted for. Rescue efforts continue, and a head teacher who saved 900 students was praised. Separately, a memorial event was held for victims of last year's Heaton Park synagogue attack, with two empty seats for those killed. Police also appealed for help identifying a woman found dead in a Liverpool park.
A mother from Sydney survived a great white shark attack by sacrificing her left arm, and she described her ordeal and rescue. In sport, Lionel Messi confirmed he will no longer play for Argentina, ending an international career that included winning the World Cup.
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- 5:12 Story begins Aid reaches survivors a week after Nepal floods
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- 8:13
Claim Memorial service for Heaton Park attack victims held amid rising antisemitism fears
The attack on Heaton Park Synagogue occurred on Yom Kippur.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 8:13-8:20
- 8:26
Claim Memorial service for Heaton Park attack victims held amid rising antisemitism fears
The attacker dialled 999 and pledged allegiance to the Islamic State before stabbing Melvin Kravitz.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 8:26-8:34
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Claim Memorial service for Heaton Park attack victims held amid rising antisemitism fears
Two worshippers, Adrian Dilby and Melvin Kravitz, were killed in the attack on Heaton Park Synagogue.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 9:08-9:13
- 9:22
Charged quote Memorial service for Heaton Park attack victims held amid rising antisemitism fears
The Chief Rabbi, Secretary of State Angela Rayner, and Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police were amongst those in attendance. But government promises of extra cash for extra security have done little to help Jewish people feel truly safe. And as anti-Semitism continues to rise, the fear of another attack is constant.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 9:22-9:30
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Charged quote Memorial service for Heaton Park attack victims held amid rising antisemitism fears
But government promises of extra cash for extra security have done little to help Jewish people feel truly safe. And as anti-Semitism continues to rise, the fear of another attack is constant. We know and we are grateful to Greater Manchester Police and the security services for foiling many attacks that are being planned.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 9:30-9:36
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- 13:04 Story begins Lionel Messi retires from international football
- 13:28
Claim Lionel Messi retires from international football
Messi announced his retirement from international football via Instagram.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 13:28-13:32
- 13:51
Claim Lionel Messi retires from international football
Messi captained Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final, which they lost to Spain.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 13:51-13:54
- 13:57
Claim Lionel Messi retires from international football
Messi's father died recently, and this influenced his decision to retire.
ITV, ITV News at Ten, 31 August 2026, 13:57-14:01
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