ITV News pulled from air as presenter gets urgent medical care

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ITV News at Ten presenter Rageh Omaar was taken ill during a live broadcast of the news bulletin on Friday night

ITV 's News at Ten was taken off air after the show's presenter Rageh Omaar suddenly fell ill. The 56-year-old journalist, who is International Affairs Editor, appeared to have trouble with his speech during the Friday night news, raising alarm among those watching.

Clips of the incident were rapidly circulated across social media platforms, with many expressing concern for Omaar's health. One concerned viewer tweeted, in a post by @GregScottVOs: "Something DESPERATELY wrong with ITV newsreader, Rageh Omaar, reader of tonight's Ten. Desperately hope he's okay." Omaar himself extended thanks to all those who had expressed concern for him. However, neither he nor ITV has released specific information regarding exactly what transpired during the broadcast or further details about his health, reports the Express.

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