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Published: 12 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online The Booker Prize for 2025 has officially crowned Flesh by David Szalay as its winner — a novel the judges hailed as “a very special book.” The announcement was made in London on Monday evening, where an audience of writers, critics, and cultural figures gathered to celebrate one of the most prestigious awards in the literary world. This...

Published: 12 November 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online UK toy sales have risen for the first time since the pandemic, driven by a surge of adult collectors, or “kidults,” purchasing brands such as Lego and Pokémon. According to research firm Circana, the value of toy sales increased by 6% in the year to September compared with the same period last year, signalling renewed confidence...

Published: 12 November 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online After more than 50 years in football—as a player, coach, and manager in what I still believe is the world’s greatest team sport—I’ve seen countless changes on and off the pitch. But one thing remains constant: football belongs to the fans. There’s a reason legendary Liverpool manager Bill Shankly once called football “the people’s game.” Today’s...

Published: 10 November 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Amber Davies has proven herself to be one of the brightest stars on this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, yet from the very beginning, she’s found herself at the centre of a tiresome debate. Despite dazzling performances and strong judges’ scores, much of the public conversation surrounding her has focused not on her dancing, but on her...

Published: 10 November 2025 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Lola Petticrew’s rise in the world of film and television has been fast yet thoughtful, built upon choosing roles that carry emotional and political weight. The Belfast-born actor has already carved a name for themselves as one of Ireland’s most distinctive voices, and their latest project continues to affirm that reputation. Speaking with striking honesty and...

Published: 08 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The highly anticipated line-up for I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! 2025 has reportedly been unveiled, with Jack Osbourne, Kelly Brook, and Ruby Wax among the celebrities set to enter the Australian jungle. The news comes just a week before the new series is scheduled to launch on ITV, hosted as always by Ant and Dec....

Published: 07 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Pauline Collins, the acclaimed English actress who brought to life the unforgettable character of Shirley Valentine—the bored Liverpool housewife who escapes to Greece—has died aged 85. Known for her warmth, wit, and humanity on and off screen, Collins was one of Britain’s most enduring and relatable stars, whose career spanned more than six decades. Her international breakthrough came...

Published: 06 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Oprah Winfrey has once again confirmed her reputation as one of the world’s most influential tastemakers, this time by highlighting the Duchess of Sussex’s artisanal jam on her annual list of Oprah’s Favourite Things. The 71-year-old broadcaster praised the preserves as a versatile addition to breakfast and desserts, showcasing the Duchess’s raspberry, strawberry, and orange marmalade gift set....

Published: 06 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. After an eight-year break from acting, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is reportedly stepping back into the spotlight with a role in a new film titled Close Personal Friends. The project, produced by Amazon MGM Studios, features a star-studded cast including Lily Collins, Brie Larson, Jack Quaid, and Henry Golding. Meghan is set to play herself in...

Published: 05 November 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. As the leaves turn and the air chills, nothing beats curling up with a good book that captures the magic of Christmas. You know the feeling – that warm glow inside when a story wraps around you like a favourite scarf, full of twinkling lights, heartfelt moments, and maybe a dash of mischief. Whether you crave the timeless...