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12.10.2024

The Day Alex Salmond Died

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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 12.10.2024.

It displays 95 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

12.10.2024 โ‡ข The Day Alex Salmond Died
โŒจThe morning began with reports of Israeli strikes in Gaza's Jabalia refugee camp, killing dozens. The UN issued food warnings for northern Gaza as thousands remained trapped. By midday, attention shifted to domestic politics as Kamala Harris released medical records, drawing comparisons with Trump. In the afternoon, news broke of former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond's death at 69, following a speech in North Macedonia. This dominated headlines into the evening, with tributes pouring in from across the political spectrum. Concurrently, Labour's criticism of P&O Ferries led to discussions about the company's attendance at an upcoming investment summit. The day concluded with reports of Coleen Rooney signing up for "I'm A Celebrity," bringing a lighter note to the news cycle.
12.10.2024

01:12โ‡ขIsrael-Lebanon Tensions Flare as UN Peacekeepers Caught in Crossfire

โŒจThe newspapers report on escalating tensions between Israel and Lebanon, with Israeli strikes injuring UN peacekeepers and killing Lebanese soldiers (BBC News, The Guardian). P&O Ferries' withdrawal of a ยฃ1bn UK investment following Labour's criticism is causing political ripples (The Independent, The Times). The case of a fugitive father hiding in New Zealand with his children continues to draw attention (Daily Mail).
03:44
The Guardian

Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gazaโ€™s Jabalia refugee camp, officials say, as thousands remain trapped

03:44
06:32
06:56
BBC

Israeli attacks kill 20 people in northern Gaza, medics say, as IDF orders more evacuations

World leaders have also condemned attacks on UN peacekeepers by Israeli forces after a second incident within 48 hours in southern Lebanon.
06:56

07:09โ‡ขGaza Under Fire: Israeli Strikes Escalate Tensions

โŒจThe newspapers report on ongoing tensions in Gaza and Lebanon, with Israeli strikes causing civilian casualties (BBC News, The Guardian). UN peacekeepers have been attacked by Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, drawing international condemnation. Meanwhile, UK media continues to scrutinise Labour's first 100 days in office, with mixed reviews of Keir Starmer's performance (Sky News, The Spectator, The Telegraph).
07:09
BBC

Israeli attack kills at least 20 people in northern Gaza, medics say, as IDF orders more evacuations

World leaders have also condemned attacks on UN peacekeepers by Israeli forces after a second incident within 48 hours in southern Lebanon.
07:09
07:36
The Guardian

Irish PM demands Israel stop firing at UN peacekeepers; strikes in Gaza kill at least 61

07:36
08:00
08:40
The Guardian

Irish PM demands Israel stop firing at UN; dozens reported killed in Gaza refugee camp

08:40
08:48
The Guardian

Israel warns Lebanon residents not to return to south; dozens reported killed in Gaza refugee camp

08:48

09:20โ‡ขGaza Under Fire: Israeli Strikes Escalate Regional Tensions

โŒจThe newspapers report on escalating tensions in Gaza and Lebanon, with Israeli strikes causing civilian casualties and UN peacekeepers coming under attack (BBC News, The Guardian). Domestically, UK media continues to scrutinise Labour's first 100 days in office, with mixed reviews of Keir Starmer's performance (Sky News, The Spectator, The Telegraph). The ongoing drug crisis and its potential impact on UK cities is also discussed (Daily Mail).
09:52
09:52
The Guardian

Israel orders evacuations in Lebanon; dozens reported killed in Gaza camp

09:52
10:00
11:04
The Guardian

UN issues food warning for northern Gaza as thousands remain trapped by Israeli offensive

11:04
11:20
11:44

11:44โ‡ขUK's Diplomatic Dance: Taiwan, China, and P&O

โŒจThe newspapers report on ongoing diplomatic tensions between the UK and China, with the Foreign Office postponing a visit by a former Taiwanese president to appease China (Breitbart London). Labour's investment plans face scrutiny as P&O Ferries' owner plans to attend an investment summit despite earlier criticism (Sky News, The Telegraph, The Times). The situation in Gaza remains critical, with the UN warning of food shortages in the north (The Guardian).
12:00
12:40
12:48

13:08โ‡ขP&O Owner Defies Labour's Boycott Call

โŒจThe newspapers report on the ongoing controversy surrounding P&O Ferries' owner attending a UK investment summit despite Labour's criticism (Sky News, The Telegraph, The Times). Israel's tactics in Gaza are under scrutiny, with reports of a controversial "Generals' Plan" (BBC News). Meanwhile, US Vice President Kamala Harris releases a medical report affirming her fitness for presidency (The Independent).
13:36
The Guardian

UN says its peacekeepers refused Israeli request to leave positions in Lebanon

13:36
13:44
14:00
14:24
BBC

Kamala Harris has 'physical and mental resiliency' to be president, says her doctor

The vice-president is in "excellent health", says her doctor in a letter summarising her medical history.
14:24
14:32
BBC

Harris releases medical records, seeking to draw contrast with Trump

The vice-president is in "excellent health", says her doctor in a letter summarising her medical history.
14:32
14:32
The Guardian

UN says peacekeepers refused Israeli request to leave positions in Lebanon

14:32

14:48โ‡ขPolitical Ripples: Harris' Health, UN's Stance, and P&O's Defiance

โŒจThe newspapers report on various political developments in the UK. Vice President Kamala Harris releases her medical records, drawing comparisons with Trump (BBC News). Labour's Keir Starmer pledges cabinet support for a refuge campaign (The Independent). The UN refuses Israeli requests to leave positions in Lebanon (The Guardian). P&O Ferries' owner plans to attend a UK investment summit despite Labour's criticism (The Telegraph, Sky News).
16:08
16:32

16:40โ‡ขSalmond's Sudden Farewell

โŒจThe newspapers report on the sudden death of former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond at age 69 (Daily Mail, The Mirror, Sky News, The Telegraph, The Times). This unexpected event dominates the headlines, with multiple sources covering the story. In other news, Labour leader Keir Starmer pledges cabinet support for a refuge campaign (The Independent), while The Spectator suggests his political fortunes may be changing.
17:52
The Guardian

UN says peacekeepers will stay in Lebanon despite five members being wounded by Israeli airstrikes

17:52
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19:04
The Guardian

Thirty-four countries call on UN peacekeeper protection in new joint statement

19:04

19:04โ‡ขSalmond's Final Bow: Scottish Political Giant Falls

โŒจThe newspapers report extensively on the sudden death of Alex Salmond, former Scottish First Minister and SNP leader, at age 69 (Channel 4 News, Daily Mail, The Mirror, Sky News, The Spectator, The Telegraph, The Times). Multiple sources cover his unexpected passing, with reports of a suspected heart attack following a speech in North Macedonia. Tributes pour in, highlighting Salmond's significant impact on Scottish politics.
21:12
BBC

Trump attacks Harris at Latino event as she releases medical records

The Republican assails his Democratic opponent during a Hispanic roundtable in Nevada.
21:12
21:28
The Guardian

More than 100 UN member states sign letter of support for UN chief after Israel declares him โ€˜persona non grataโ€™

21:28
21:52
BBC

Trump and Harris trade barbs as she releases medical records

Campaigning in separate states, the Republican assails his Democratic opponent's intelligence while she casts doubt on his mental acuity.
21:52

21:52โ‡ขSalmond's Final Bow: Scottish Political Giant Falls

โŒจThe newspapers report extensively on the death of Alex Salmond, former Scottish First Minister and SNP leader, at age 69 (Channel 4 News, Daily Mail, Sky News, The Spectator, The Telegraph, The Times). Multiple sources cover his unexpected passing, with reports of a suspected heart attack following a speech in North Macedonia. Tributes pour in, highlighting Salmond's significant impact on Scottish politics.
23:09
23:20
The Guardian

โ€˜The fear is unspeakableโ€™: airstrikes on northern Gaza leave hundreds of thousands with nowhere to go

23:20