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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 18.12.2024.
It displays 109 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
18.12.2024 โข The Day WASPI Women Lost Their Hope
โจMoscow announced the arrest of an Uzbek suspect for General Kirillov's e-scooter assassination, following Ukraine's claim of responsibility the previous day. The story quickly faded as domestic issues took center stage.
Labour's rejection of WASPI women compensation dominated coverage, with Rachel Reeves defending the position while facing intense criticism. The issue overshadowed PMQs, where Kemi Badenoch accused Starmer of "playing politics." By evening, documentation emerged of Labour ministers' previous support for compensation.
Elon Musk's potential funding of Reform UK generated response from Labour, considering legal changes to foreign political donations. Meanwhile, Zelensky publicly acknowledged Ukraine's inability to retake Crimea and Donbas militarily, marking a shift in public positioning.
Prince Andrew's absence from royal Christmas lunch connected to the previous day's naming of Yang Tengbo as alleged Chinese spy, extending the week's coverage of intelligence concerns.
Labour's rejection of WASPI women compensation dominated coverage, with Rachel Reeves defending the position while facing intense criticism. The issue overshadowed PMQs, where Kemi Badenoch accused Starmer of "playing politics." By evening, documentation emerged of Labour ministers' previous support for compensation.
Elon Musk's potential funding of Reform UK generated response from Labour, considering legal changes to foreign political donations. Meanwhile, Zelensky publicly acknowledged Ukraine's inability to retake Crimea and Donbas militarily, marking a shift in public positioning.
Prince Andrew's absence from royal Christmas lunch connected to the previous day's naming of Yang Tengbo as alleged Chinese spy, extending the week's coverage of intelligence concerns.
18.12.2024
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The Guardian
Rescuers in Vanuatu race to retrieve trapped quake victims as survivors tell of escape
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The Spectator
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A 29-year-old Uzbekistan citizen has been detained over the death of Kirillov and his assistant, state media says.
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The Guardian
Suspect in killing of Russian general detained in Moscow, authorities say
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UK | Sam Corbishley
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07:05โขMoscow Names Kirillov's Killer
โจThe newspapers report on the arrest of a 29-year-old Uzbek citizen in Moscow for the killing of Russian General Kirillov (BBC, Guardian). A lengthy housing crisis investigation reveals children spending years in 'temporary' accommodation (Sky News), while Zoe Ball's departure from Radio 2 receives coverage (Mirror). The European Super League revival proposal faces criticism over EU-inspired divisions (The Sun).
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A 29-year-old Uzbekistan citizen has been detained over the death of Kirillov and his assistant, state media says.
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The Independent
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New Statesman
In this era of raw power, Labour must find a new statecraft.
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The Guardian
Moscow says Uzbek suspect arrested over killing of general
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How an unlikely grassroots coalition took on the might of the LGBT lobby โ and won.
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STEPPING UP | News TV
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Evening Standard
Inflation rises for second consecutive month to 2.6%
Business
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The Spectator
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Chancellor says ยฃ10bn compensation bill would not have been good use of taxpayersโ money
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11:06โขInflation Spikes as Reeves Defends WASPI Stance
โจThe newspapers report extensively on Russia's detention of an Uzbek citizen for General Kirillov's killing (BBC, Guardian). Economic concerns dominate with inflation reaching an eight-month high (HuffPost, Evening Standard), while Labour's Rachel Reeves faces criticism over WASPI women pension compensation rejections (Independent, Times). A chemical attack at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland (Metro) and a luxury handbag theft on Oxford Street (Daily Mail) mark London crime incidents.
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The Jewish Chronicle
Top KC and CST urge police to investigate โaggressiveโ protest which left Jewish woman in tears
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TRAGIC DISCOVERY | News TV
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A former leader of the Church of England has resigned as a priest following allegations that he failed to properly handle the case of a priest accused of sexual misconduct.
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LORRY LEGEND LOST | UK News
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UK | Gethin Hicks
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Brexit boss Nigel Farage said that Elon Musk is giving โserious thoughtโ to making a donation to his Reform UK party in Britain following a meeting with the worldโs richest man at Donald Trumpโs Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida on Tuesday.
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Only diplomatic pressure from the West can force Russia out, says Ukrainian president
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PARTY'S OVER | Royals
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13:31โขMusk Eyes Reform UK's Coffers
โจThe newspapers report on multiple political developments: Elon Musk considering financial backing for Farage's Reform UK (Breitbart), and Zelensky's admission regarding Ukraine's inability to retake Crimea and Donbas militarily (Times). Prince Andrew's absence from royal Christmas lunch is linked to connections with an alleged Chinese spy (Sun). Reports also cover infrastructure issues with thousands facing water shortages (Metro), and protests at JW3 drawing police criticism (Jewish Chronicle).
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SEX GURU TRAGEDY | UK News
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The Spectator
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SEX GURU TRAGEDY | UK News
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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The Guardian
More than 140 Kenya Facebook moderators sue after diagnoses of severe PTSD
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Evening Standard
Fat Tony: 'I was called a queer c**t and sucker punched in the face'
Lifestyle
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PURE EVIL | UK News
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The Guardian
More than 140 Kenya Facebook moderators diagnosed with severe PTSD
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15:53โขWASPI Claims Turned Down
โจThe newspapers report on the rejection of WASPI women compensation claims (Mirror, Independent), generating significant criticism of Labour's position shift. New polling data shows negative reception of Conservative leader's first weeks (HuffPost). Content moderation issues surface with reports of severe PTSD among Kenyan Facebook moderators (Guardian). A school trip scandal leads to head teacher dismissal following serious misconduct (Daily Mail).
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Elon Muskโs potential donation to Reform UK raises questions about foreign influence in British politics
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US | Jessica Kwong
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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The Irish government has been forced to abandon plans for a migrant camp for 1,000 alleged asylum seekers over its envioronmental impact.
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UK | Sam Corbishley
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Michael Lind on Donald Trump, the culture war and the shattering of the Democratic elites.
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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The Guardian
Gisรจle Pelicot: verdicts expected in rape trial that shocked France
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Spiked
EVENT: James Dreyfus and Brendan OโNeill live
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โThe Bank of England must act decisively and cut rates to get the UK economy back on track,โ IPPR says
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The Spectator
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TRAIL OF EVIDENCE | UK News
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18:58โขStarmer's WASPI Stance Sparks Labour Split
โจThe newspapers report on several significant developments in Labour's positions: Starmer faces criticism over WASPI pension compensation stance (Independent), while the party considers legal changes regarding foreign political donations amid Musk's potential Reform UK backing (Times). A school trip scandal involving sexual misconduct receives extensive coverage (Mirror, Daily Mail), while Ireland blocks a migrant camp over environmental concerns (Breitbart). Economic discussions focus on corporate profiteering's role in inflation (Morning Star).
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TRAIL OF EVIDENCE | UK News
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UK | Sam Corbishley
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If Reform UK wants to be a populist challenger, it cannot rely on the mega-bucks of foreign oligarchs.
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A Times investigation reveals the growing reach of Islamic law in Britain
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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The Guardian
Verdicts expected in rape trial that shocked France
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In an interview with Jeremy Bowen, the leader of the rebel group HTS says sanctions on Syria should be lifted.
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This is a story about the grooming, rape and abuse of children in Barrow, Cumbria. Of girls sometimes still in their school uniform.
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Labour MPs try to force vote on payouts worth up to ยฃ10bn as parliamentary ombudsman criticises ministers for rejecting settlement
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The Guardian
Fleeing Xiโs China: following the trail of migrants trying to reach Australia through Indonesia
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