Crime

Published: 11 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online – UK News A mum-of-three who sent nude photographs to men before blackmailing them by claiming she was only 15 has been unmasked in court, exposing a disturbing pattern of manipulation that left several victims terrified they would be branded sex offenders. The case, detailed in the Daily Record , has sparked renewed warnings from police about the...

Published: 11 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online – UK News The mother of a teenage driver who mowed down and killed a pensioner in a devastating hit‑and‑run dragged her crying son back to the crash scene after he fled in panic, a court has heard. The shocking incident, which has reignited debate about youth driving, parental responsibility and sentencing guidelines, unfolded in a quiet residential...

Published: 11 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online – UK News The integrity of expert testimony in one of the most scrutinised criminal cases in recent British history has come under renewed pressure after it emerged that a key prosecution witness in the Lucy Letby trial did not disclose that he was under formal investigation by his own hospital at the time he gave evidence. Both...

Published: March 11, 2026The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online King Charles III has revoked several British honours this year, cancelling the appointment of nine individuals who previously held titles such as MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) or OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) after conduct deemed incompatible with the standards expected of recipients. The decisions, made on the advice of the Honours...

Published: March 11, 2026 The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Nearly a decade after Zimbabwe’s long-time ruler Robert Mugabe was forced from power, the once-dominant Mugabe family continues to face arrests, accusations and bitter internal disputes that reflect the dramatic shift in their fortunes since the end of his rule. For almost four decades, Robert Mugabe stood at the centre of Zimbabwe’s political system. After leading the country...

Published: March 11, 2026 The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online A covert sabotage campaign linked to Russian intelligence has drawn serious concern across Europe after investigators uncovered a network responsible for sending explosive parcels to locations including the United Kingdom. The plot, which authorities say was part of a broader attempt to destabilise Western countries supporting Ukraine, involved concealed incendiary devices hidden inside everyday consumer packages shipped through...

Published: March 11, 2026 The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online More than six years after the death of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, questions continue to swirl around two of his closest professional associates who still retain significant control over his fortune, documents and remaining legal matters. Their continued influence over Epstein’s estate has drawn criticism from victims’ lawyers and investigators who argue that the arrangement raises serious concerns...

Published: March 10, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online A burglar who was caught inside a family home in Whitley Bay in broad daylight gave a bizarre explanation when confronted by the homeowner, according to reports presented in court. The incident occurred when a mother unexpectedly returned to her house during the daytime and discovered a man inside her bedroom. The suspect had reportedly entered the property without permission...

Published: March 10, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Fire crews remained on the scene in central Glasgow on Tuesday as emergency teams continued to manage the aftermath of a major fire that tore through buildings on Union Street, leaving a large section of the city centre badly damaged and smouldering. The blaze, which erupted late on Monday evening, sent thick columns of smoke over the surrounding area and...

Published: 10 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online — US News A Georgia school community is in mourning after a beloved teacher was killed when a student prank involving toilet paper went horribly wrong. The incident occurred last week at a high school in Henry County, where students attempted to “TP” their teacher’s classroom — a common prank involving throwing rolls of toilet paper. According to...