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The English ChroniclePublishing Date: 14 February 2026Desk: Culture & Society Arundhati Roy is globally celebrated for her Booker Prize–winning novel The God of Small Things, but her lesser-known work in cinema has also achieved cult status. Decades after its release, her cult classic film continues to resonate in India — not merely as a cinematic achievement, but as a cultural mirror reflecting enduring social tensions. In a country where political...

The English ChroniclePublishing Date: 14 February 2026Desk: Entertainment & Health James Van Der Beek was once one of television’s most recognisable teen idols. Best known for his breakout role in Dawson's Creek, he became a household name in the late 1990s and early 2000s. But recent reports that he needed financial assistance to cover medical bills have surprised fans and sparked wider discussion about healthcare costs in the United States....

Published: 12 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online February’s cinematic lineup is shaping up to be one of the most varied and intriguing in recent memory, offering audiences a rich blend of genres, tones, and storytelling styles that range from intimate character studies to blockbuster spectacle. Studios and independent filmmakers alike are releasing projects designed to capture the imagination during the winter season, and the result...

Publishing Date: 10 February 2026Desk: Entertainment & Music Desk The music world is in mourning following the death of a beloved 1990s icon, whose influence shaped a generation of fans and artists alike. The late star’s daughter paid a touching tribute on social media, writing just seven words that have since been shared widely across platforms, capturing the depth of her grief and the enduring impact of her parent’s legacy....

Adventure show star Olivia Carter credits her ‘encouraging’ late nan for inspiring her remarkable rise in the world of outdoor television and exploration, in an emotional tribute ahead of the broadcast of her latest high-profile series. Carter, known for her fearless spirit and relatable on-screen personality, spoke candidly about how her grandmother’s unwavering support shaped her early ambitions — and gave her the confidence to take on some of the...

Filmmaker David Furnish has said alleged Daily Mail hacks of him and Elton John were “an abomination,” a damning description delivered during a high‑profile privacy lawsuit against the publisher of The Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday. Furnish, who is married to music legend Sir Elton John, spoke in London’s High Court as part of a group of public figures claiming that information about their private lives was unlawfully obtained...

Beloved children’s author Julia Donaldson has revealed the title and new character for the much‑anticipated third Gruffalo book, delighting fans more than two decades after the last instalment in the iconic series first captured imaginations around the world. The latest chapter in the deep, dark wood — titled Gruffalo Granny — will feature an exciting new member of the Gruffalo family and is set for release this September. Donaldson, who...

Published: 04 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online An unexpected and distinctly magical figure has taken centre stage in China’s Lunar New Year celebrations this year, as Draco Malfoy, the aristocratic Slytherin rival from the Harry Potter series, becomes an unlikely festive mascot. Across Chinese cities and online marketplaces, the pale-haired wizard’s familiar smirk is appearing on doors, walls and refrigerators, woven into traditional decorations meant...

Published: 02 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. John Lithgow has openly criticised JK Rowling’s stance on transgender rights, calling her position ironic and difficult to explain. The Lithgow Rowling controversy has intensified after the veteran actor addressed the issue during a public appearance. His remarks came while discussing his upcoming role as Albus Dumbledore in a major television adaptation. The project has already attracted global...

Published: 25 January 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Victoria Beckham has been seen in public for the first time since a deeply personal family dispute exploded into the spotlight, with her former Spice Girls bandmates visibly rallying around her during what sources describe as one of the most painful weeks of her life. The fashion designer and former pop star had kept a low profile after...