Tuesday, 31st July 2012 in London
Welcome to your daily snapshot of London! Explore 51 historical events, birthdays, deaths, and milestones that shaped this day in London. From remarkable moments in local and world history to the people who left their mark — find out what makes today special. Today's weather in London brings drizzly with temperatures between 12°C and 19°C. Tonight's moon is in its waning crescent phase, and the zodiac sign of the day is Leo. If you're curious about the history of a day — this page brings together everything worth knowing about this Tuesday, 31st July in London, GB.
Operation Banner, the British Armed Forces' operation in Northern Ireland, concluded on 31st July 2007 after 38 years, marking the end of a military campaign defined by stalemate and ceasefire. Five years prior to this significant moment, on the same calendar date in 2002, Hamas detonated a bomb at the Mount Scopus campus of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, an attack that resulted in nine deaths and approximately 100 injuries. These historical events, separated by five years, reflect distinct yet profound moments in twentieth-century history that shaped political and social landscapes across two regions.
London on 31st July 2012 experienced drizzly weather, typical for the British capital during summer months. The city, situated in south-east England and serving as the United Kingdom's capital and largest metropolitan area, continues to be a centre of political, cultural and economic significance. On this particular date, those born fell under the Leo zodiac sign, whilst the moon was in its waning crescent phase, marking the lunar cycle's progression towards the new moon.
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What the Weather Had in Store for London on 31st July 2012
Midyear fires burn brightest where fuel meets permission.
Fortune of the Day
31st July in the Stars – Star Sign Pisces
Personality Profile
Personality Those born on July 31st embody classic Leo pride with an extra dose of Mars-driven courage. They're passionate, bold, and naturally driven to transform their visions into reality. The Master Number 11 grants them spiritual depth that transcends surface ambition.
Strengths & Weaknesses Their greatest strength lies in blending charisma with decisive action—they inspire others and make bold moves. However, their ambition and impatience can trigger impulsive choices, and their need for recognition can occasionally feel overwhelming.
Love In relationships, these individuals are passionate and generous, yet seek partners who honor their intense energy. They thrive on admiration and mental stimulation, though learning to listen emotionally and resist dominance strengthens bonds.
Caree & Finance In professional settings, they flourish in leadership roles where they can drive projects and energize teams. Their Mars influence makes them excellent entrepreneurs, though financial discipline prevents impulsive investment mistakes.
Health These natives enjoy strong physical stamina but must channel their intense energy wisely. Regular exercise and mindfulness practices keep them emotionally balanced and vitally engaged.
That night, the moon was in its waning crescent phase.
Chinese year of the Dragon (Water).
Fun Facts About 31st July
Name Days in Your Language: Ignacio, Inigo, Reed, Reid
Someone born on this day in 2012 would be 13 years old today — just 5,007 days into life, which is roughly 120,191 hours, 7,211,505 minutes, or 432,690,338 seconds spent on Earth so far.
It's the 213. day of the year.
As this is a leap year, there are 153 days still to come.
We’re currently in Week 31 — the year marches on.
Famous Birthdays on 31st July
- Calvin Ramsay, Scottish footballer (2003)
- João Gomes, Brazilian singer (2002)
- Will Penisini, Australian-Tongan rugby league player (2002)
- Kim Sae-ron, South Korean actress (died 2025) (2000)
- Rico Rodriguez, American actor (1998)
- Bobbi Althoff, American podcaster and influencer (1997)
- Lil Uzi Vert, American hip hop artist (1995)
- Linus Ullmark, Swedish professional hockey player (1993)
- José Fernández, Cuban-American baseball player (died 2016) (1992)
- Ryan Johansen, Canadian ice hockey player (1992)
Lives Remembered on 31st July
- Alan Cheuse, American writer and critic (born 1940) (2015)
- Howard W. Jones, American surgeon and academic (born 1910) (2015)
- Billy Pierce, American baseball player and sportscaster (born 1927) (2015)
- Roddy Piper, Canadian wrestler and actor (born 1954) (2015)
- Richard Schweiker, American soldier and politician, 14th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services (born 1926) (2015)
- Warren Bennis, American scholar, author, and academic (born 1925) (2014)
- Nabarun Bhattacharya, Indian journalist and author (born 1948) (2014)
- Jeff Bourne, English footballer (born 1948) (2014)
- Wilfred Feinberg, American lawyer and judge (born 1920) (2014)
- Michael Ansara, Syrian-American actor (born 1922) (2013)
Celebrations & Special Days Worldwide on 31st July
- Christian feast day: Abanoub
- Christian feast day: Germanus of Auxerre
- Christian feast day: Ignatius of Loyola
- Christian feast day: Neot
- Christian feast day: July 31 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)
- Earliest day on which the Feast of Kamál (Perfection) can fall, while August 1 is the latest; observed on the first day of the eighth month of the Baháʼí calendar. (Baháʼí Faith)
- End of the Trinity term (sitting of the High Court of Justice of England)
- Lā Hae Hawaiʻi Day (Hawaii, United States), and its related observance: Sovereignty Restoration Day (Hawaiian sovereignty movement)
- Martyrdom Day of Shahid Udham Singh (Haryana and Punjab, India)
- Treasury Day (Poland)
- Warriors' Day (Malaysia)
What Happened on 31st July?
- Gas explosions in the southern Taiwanese city of Kaohsiung kill at least 20 people and injure more than 270. (2014)
- Michael Phelps breaks the record set in 1964 by Larisa Latynina for the most medals won at the Olympics. (2012)
- East Coast Jets Flight 81 crashes near Owatonna Degner Regional Airport in Owatonna, Minnesota, killing all eight people on board. (2008)
- Operation Banner, the presence of the British Army in Northern Ireland, and the longest-running British Army operation ever, comes to an end. (2007)
- Fidel Castro hands over power to his brother, Raúl. (2006)