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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 17.12.2025.
It displays 152 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
17.12.2025 โข The Day Nick Reiner Appeared in Court
โจUK media continued extensive coverage of Nick Reiner, charged with his parents' murders. Early reports detailed his troubled past and a tense pre-murder party interaction. By the afternoon, Nick Reiner appeared in court, with initial reports focusing on the first public appearance and his lawyer's statements. Later in the evening, further details emerged regarding his court attire, including a suicide prevention vest, and the official cause of death for Rob and Michele Reiner.
The Bondi Beach attack remained a significant story, with Naveed Akram formally charged with 15 counts of murder and terrorism offences throughout the day, as funerals began. Separately, a 15-year-old boy was charged with the murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe, becoming a prominent domestic story. Also, the Duke of Marlborough was charged with three counts of intentional strangulation. Starmer's push for Roman Abramovich to transfer ยฃ2.5bn to a Ukraine fund also gained traction.
The Bondi Beach attack remained a significant story, with Naveed Akram formally charged with 15 counts of murder and terrorism offences throughout the day, as funerals began. Separately, a 15-year-old boy was charged with the murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe, becoming a prominent domestic story. Also, the Duke of Marlborough was charged with three counts of intentional strangulation. Starmer's push for Roman Abramovich to transfer ยฃ2.5bn to a Ukraine fund also gained traction.
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Rob Reiner, the Hollywood director, and his wife Michele were both found dead with stab wounds on Sunday.
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The Guardian
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The first funerals for the 15 people killed in Sundayโs mass shooting held on Wednesday, as investigations continue into the alleged gunmen
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The first funerals for the 15 people killed in Sundayโs mass shooting held on Wednesday, as investigations continue into the alleged gunmen
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The Guardian
First funerals for victims killed in mass shooting held on Wednesday, as investigations continue into alleged gunmen
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New Statesman
MPs fear that a new funding formula will hurt deprived northern areas
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Service to farewell father of five at Chabad of Bondi, where he was assistant rabbi, was attended by friends, family, Jewish community and politicians
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05:55โขReiner Son's Troubled Past Revealed
โจUK media continues to report on the charging of Nick Reiner for the murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, in Los Angeles (Daily Mail, BBC News, Evening Standard, The Mirror). New details emerge about Nick Reiner's troubled past and the ongoing investigation. The Bondi Beach attack also remains a significant story, with the alleged gunman charged and funerals beginning for the victims (Sky News, The Guardian, The Jewish Chronicle).
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Showbiz | Rebecca Cook
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Sydney man, 24, charged with 15 counts of murder and one count of committing a terrorist act after waking from coma
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The 24-year-old was arrested on Sunday and taken to a Sydney hospital with critical injuries
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Naveed Akram, 24, faces 59 charges in total following the attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday.
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World | Luke Alsford
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The Sun
STAB TRAGEDY
Tragic girl, 9, excitedly discussed Xmas list with pal hours before she was stabbed to death as boy held over โmurderโ | UK News
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08:22โขBondi Suspect Charged, Child's Tragic End
โจUK media continues to focus heavily on the Bondi Beach attack, with Naveed Akram now charged with 15 counts of murder (BBC News, The Guardian, The Times, Evening Standard, Sky News). Funerals for victims have begun, and the incident remains a prominent story. Separately, the tragic stabbing death of a 9-year-old girl in the UK, with a 15-year-old boy arrested, is gaining significant attention (Metro, The Mirror, The Sun).
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Showbiz | Rebecca Cook
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World | Sarah Hooper
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The Sun
KNIFE TRAGEDY
Teen, 15, charged with murder after 'fun-loving' girl, 9, stabbed to death in horror attack at home | News
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10:31โขChild Murder Charge: UK Mourns Aria
โจUK media continues to report on the tragic murder of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe, with a 15-year-old boy charged. Several tabloids focus on the emotional impact and details of the case (Sky News, The Mirror, The Sun). Separately, junior doctors have begun a five-day strike despite a flu outbreak (The Times). The UK's potential rejoining of the EU Erasmus scheme also gains attention as part of Starmer's Brexit reset (The Independent).
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The Jewish Chronicle
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UK | Sam Corbishley
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The Jewish Chronicle
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HuffPost UK
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The Sun
Dramatic video emerges of 'killer' son Nick Reiner's arrest after 'slitting parents' throats'โฆ& calmly buying a Gatorade | Showbiz
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Naveed Akram, lone surviving suspect in Sundayโs massacre at Bondi Beach in Sydney, was charged Wednesday with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and one of committing a terrorist act.
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11:59โขDuke of Marlborough Charged
โจUK media reports on the Duke of Marlborough being charged with strangulation (Daily Mail, Metro, The Telegraph). This new development draws attention alongside the ongoing coverage of Naveed Akram, charged with 15 counts of murder in the Bondi Beach attack (Sky News, Breitbart London, BBC News, The Guardian, Evening Standard). Starmer's government also plans for the UK to rejoin the EU's Erasmus scheme (Sky News, The Independent).
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Britainโs return to the programme โ which offers UK students the opportunity to study and train abroad โ has been hailed by the government as a โhuge win for young people, breaking down barriers and widening horizons.โ
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The partyโs proposed rules on โmisogynyโ treat women as delicate little flowers who need shielding from disagreement.
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The Sun
WILL RIFT
'Greedy' Made in Chelsea star locked in 'hostile' court battle with stepdad's new wife over ยฃ38m fortune | UK News
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The Sun
'WISH LIST OF GREED'
Made in Chelsea star in court battle with stepdad's new wife over ยฃ38m fortune โ as he demands posh car & MANSION | UK News
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British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmerโs approval ratings have fallen to a record low amid increasing dissatisfaction with his governmentโs handling of key issues like the economy and immigration.
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Both cases expose the courts' contemptuous attitude towards blunt, unvarnished expression.
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13:52โขDuke of Marlborough Charged Anew
โจUK media continues to focus on the Duke of Marlborough being charged with three counts of strangulation (Daily Mail, Metro, Evening Standard). Separately, Keir Starmer has urged Roman Abramovich to transfer ยฃ2.5bn from the Chelsea FC sale to a Ukraine fund (Sky News, The Telegraph). The UK's rejoining of the Erasmus+ student exchange scheme is also reported (Channel 4 News, The Independent).
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'INCREDIBLE TALENT'
Ex-Premier League starlet, 21, killed in horror motorway crash as he returned home from match โ as club pay tribute | Football
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The first funerals have been held for victims of the Bondi antisemitic terror attack, as the Jewish community begins to farewell its dead.
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The Guardian
Philippine police dismiss speculation Naveed and Sajid Akram may have carried out training during four-week stay in Davao City
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Wes Streeting must put a stop to the NHSโs plan to medicalise homosexuality.
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UK | William Hallowell
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A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a nine-year-old girl was stabbed to death in the English seaside town of Weston-super-Mare earlier this week.
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16:36โขAbramovich Funds to Ukraine
โจUK media continues to focus on Roman Abramovich being told to transfer ยฃ2.5bn from the Chelsea FC sale to a Ukraine fund, with Starmer's government pushing this (Sky News, The Independent, The Telegraph). The Duke of Marlborough is also repeatedly reported as being charged with intentional strangulation (The Times, Evening Standard). The ongoing Bondi Beach attack aftermath, including funerals and suspect investigations, remains a significant topic (The Guardian, Channel 4 News, BBC News).
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The Sun
FUGITIVE SNARED
Woman wanted โfor killing 2 schoolgirls with poisoned raspberriesโ in Colombia is pulled from Thames after fleeing to UK | UK News
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RASPBERRY 'KILLER'
Woman wanted โfor killing two girls with poisoned raspberriesโ in Colombia is rescued from Thames after fleeing to UK | UK News
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A counter-attack in Kupiansk is promising, but the overall outlook is not
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UK | Luke Alsford
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The Prime Minister said Roman Abramovich should make good on his pledge that money from the sale of Chelsea FC would go to benefit Ukrainians
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The new definition of โanti-Muslim hatredโ will ringfence Islam from criticism.
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Showbiz | Rebecca Cook
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18:18โขAbramovich Funds for Ukraine Renewed Push
โจUK media continues to focus on Roman Abramovich being told to transfer ยฃ2.5bn from the Chelsea FC sale to a Ukraine fund (BBC News, The Independent, The Telegraph, Sky News). Additionally, a woman wanted for killing two girls with poisoned raspberries in Colombia was rescued from the Thames after an arrest warrant was issued in the UK (Daily Mail, The Sun). Nick Reiner's court appearance for his parents' murder case is also reported (Sky News, Metro).
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The Sun
KNIFE HORROR
Family of girl, 9, stabbed to death at home share heartbreaking pictures of 'sassy, fun-loving' youngster | UK News
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Governments are tempting a shift back to petrol
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spiked reports from the cross-party protest against the puberty-blockers trial.
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Kherson is one of the frontline cities in Ukraine under attack from Russia, where artillery and drone strikes are causing constant devastation. Anyone in the area known as the red zone is in constant danger.
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The Sun
NO REMORSE
Stone-cold 'killer' Nick Reiner utters first words as he wears suicide vest in court after 'slitting parents' throats' | US News
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Jake and Romy Reiner say they are in "unimaginable pain", as their brother faces first-degree murder charges over their parents' death.
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UK | Luke Alsford
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Showbiz | Rebecca Cook
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The Sun
PEP'S BUDGET PAE-HELLA
Real reason Pep Guardiola's restaurant is shutting down revealed โ and Rachel Reeves' brutal Budget is to blame | Football
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22:10โขRob Reiner Son's Court Appearance
โจUK media continues to focus on Rob Reiner's son, Nick Reiner, appearing in court for the murder of his parents, with new reports on the cause of their deaths and the family's statement (Sky News, BBC News, Metro). Additionally, a Colombian businesswoman accused of double murder was rescued from the Thames, drawing attention to her hiding in Britain (Daily Mail). "Intifada" chants at a pro-Palestine march also led to arrests (Evening Standard).
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Jake and Romy Reiner say they are in "unimaginable pain", as their brother faces first-degree murder charges over their parents' death.
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BUDGET PAE-HELLA
Real reason Pep Guardiola's restaurant is shutting down revealed โ and Rachel Reeves' brutal Budget is to blame | Football
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US | Barney Davis
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