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Daily Mirror - Spare will be there
Summary of the front page
The Daily Mirror says Harry will attend his father’s coronation at the beginning of May but will not be accompanied by his wife Meghan. The paper notes on its front page that it’s likely to be a flying visit from Harry, who is only expected to attend the Westminster Abbey service before returning to the US.
The front page features a picture of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
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Calgary and Rockyview County partner to advance Prairie Economic Gateway
August 12, 2026
11:00 am
The Prairie Economic Gateway, a significant logistics and manufacturing hub, is set to be developed in southeast Calgary, following a partnership between the City of Calgary and Rockyview County. Plans aim to enhance regional economic growth and infrastructure.
Strait of Hormuz traffic declines to one-week low as Houthis kill six in Red Sea
August 12, 2026
9:00 am
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell to a one-week low, with only eight vessels transiting the waterway, according to Reuters data. This figure is below the 10-day average of approximately 12 vessels and marks the lowest daily count since 5 August amid ongoing regional conflicts.
Strikes impact UK services: how coverage differs
August 12, 2026
8:00 am
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Government Bans ‘Subscription Traps’ Three Months Ahead of Schedule
August 12, 2026
7:02 am
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Regulators advance ban on subscription traps by three months.
Increased consumer protections expected.
Andy Burnham to chair COBRA meeting on UK heatwave response
August 12, 2026
7:00 am
Andy Burnham will lead a meeting of the Government’s Cobra committee on Wednesday to address extreme heat conditions causing widespread wildfires and drought across the UK. Temperatures are expected to reach 38C, with officials from relevant departments and the Environment Agency in attendance.
Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death for crimes against humanity in absentia
August 12, 2026
6:00 am
Bashar al-Assad and his brother Maher have been sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes and crimes against humanity by a Syrian court in Damascus.
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