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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 25.10.2024.
It displays 67 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
25.10.2024 โข The day Labour's definition of 'working people' sparked controversy
โจLabour leader Keir Starmer faced criticism for suggesting landlords and shareholders are not 'working people', prompting accusations of 'lying' in the party manifesto. This controversy evolved throughout the day, with Rachel Reeves later admitting some working people may face tax rises in the upcoming Budget. The debate highlighted tensions surrounding Labour's economic policies ahead of the election. Concurrently, King Charles acknowledged the 'painful' past at the Commonwealth summit, addressing growing calls for slavery reparations. In international news, reports emerged of Chinese hackers targeting the phones of Donald Trump and JD Vance. The UK's 'worst catfish' was jailed for 20 years after his online predation led to tragic consequences. These stories unfolded against the backdrop of ongoing discussions about crime rates, immigration, and the upcoming Budget.
25.10.2024
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Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention.
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The Guardian
Trump says he would fire Jack Smith
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03:08โขLabour's Fiscal Gamble: Reeves Reshapes Debt Rules
โจThe newspapers report on Labour's fiscal plans, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves proposing changes to debt rules to free up billions for spending (HuffPost UK, The Telegraph, The Times). This move is seen as significant ahead of the upcoming budget. Concerns are raised about the impact on pensions and living standards (The Times). Additionally, there's coverage of rising shoplifting costs (Metro) and Trump's comments on firing Jack Smith (The Guardian).
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The Guardian
King Charles acknowledges โpainfulโ past as calls for slavery reparations grow at Commonwealth summit
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A โฌ15,000 package deal for a dinghy, engine and 60 life jackets was offered to our reporter in Essen.
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Their case was featured in the Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.
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New Statesman
Republicans are accusing the UKโs governing party of election interference โ but whatโs really going on?
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The Spectator
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The Guardian
King acknowledges โpainfulโ past as calls for slavery reparations grow at Commonwealth summit
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A society that puts rapists in enclosed spaces with vulnerable women is a sick society indeed.
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An analysis from a left-wing think tank has found that the average cost of housing and supporting supposed asylum seekers in Britain has more than doubled over the past four years.
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Their case was featured in the Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.
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09:09โขChannel Smuggling Unveiled as Commonwealth Grapples with Past
โจThe newspapers report on ongoing immigration issues in the UK, with BBC News uncovering smugglers selling boats for Channel crossings and Breitbart London highlighting increased costs for asylum seeker support. The Guardian and The Telegraph cover King Charles acknowledging the "painful" past of the Commonwealth, amid growing calls for slavery reparations. International news includes Putin's anger at a BBC reporter over Ukraine questions (Daily Mail).
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The Guardian
King acknowledges โpainfulโ past as calls for slavery reparations grow at summit
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In a letter to The Times, Lord Blunkett says plans to add national insurance to employersโ pension contributions are โvery worryingโ
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Breitbart UK
The UK must now rebuild its defence stockpiles and its military forces are not ready to fight a war, Britainโs Defence Secretary warns.
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He was found yesterday after disappearing on Monday.
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The Spectator
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The Guardian
Harris heads to Texas as poll shows her tied with Trump at 48%
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13:09โขStarmer's Shareholder Stumble
โจThe newspapers report on Labour's fiscal policies, with Starmer facing criticism for comments about working people and shareholders (The Telegraph, The Times). King Charles addresses the Commonwealth's history of slavery (The Guardian, HuffPost UK). Defence concerns are highlighted as the British Defence Minister warns of military unpreparedness (Breitbart London). US election coverage continues with Harris tied with Trump in polls (The Guardian, The Independent).
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A โฌ15,000 package deal for a dinghy, engine and 60 life jackets was offered to our reporter in Essen.
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The 26-year-old pleaded guilty after admitting 185 charges involving 70 children.
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The Spectator
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The Telegraph
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The Guardian
Washington Post refuses to endorse a presidential candidate as Harris-Trump race deadlocked
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Plus: the death of Peter Lynch and the desperation of Kamala Harris.
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17:09โขCatfish Catastrophe: Prolific Predator Jailed
โจThe newspapers report on a major catfishing case, with multiple sources (Daily Mail, Metro, The Mirror, Sky News) discussing the jailing of a prolific offender who drove victims to suicide. The US election remains a focus, with Harris and Trump deadlocked in polls (The Guardian, The Independent). Channel smuggling continues to be an issue, with BBC News uncovering boat sales in Germany for crossings.
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Breitbart UK
Crackdown sees seven charged in โfirst waveโ of arrests against trolls of the creator of the Paris 2024 Olympics LGBT-themed ceremony.
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The Guardian
Donald Trump and JD Vanceโs phones reportedly targeted by Chinese hackers
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The Guardian
Chinese believed to have targeted Trumpโs and Vanceโs phones in US telecommunications breach
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BBC News NI looks at the some of the victims behind the man dubbed the UK's most prolific catfisher.
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Reports from Gaza say at least 72 people have been killed in Israeli attacks across the territory since Thursday night.
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21:09โขReeves' NHS Gambit: Labour's Budget Blueprint Unveiled
โจThe newspapers report on Labour's fiscal plans, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves proposing changes to employers' national insurance to fund the NHS (The Telegraph, The Times). This comes amid broader discussions about the upcoming budget (HuffPost UK). In international news, the ongoing conflict in Gaza is highlighted, with reports of Israeli attacks on hospitals (Channel 4 News).
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The Telegraph
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A UK man has been convicted of manslaughter in the death of a 12-year-old girl in West Virginia. His abuse had far-reaching consequences.
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A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
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