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Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Senior banking figures are moving swiftly to design a Visa Mastercard alternative as geopolitical tensions raise new financial concerns. The decision follows mounting anxiety that political disputes could threaten access to US-owned payment networks. A high-level meeting chaired by Barclays UK chief executive Vim Maru will convene this Thursday in London. The gathering will bring together leading City...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Royal Mail has attributed widespread delays in mail and parcel deliveries across the UK to severe weather conditions and a surge in staff sickness, acknowledging the impact on households and businesses that rely on timely postal services. The company warned that adverse weather, combined with high absenteeism among frontline workers, has disrupted normal operations and caused significant backlogs...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The UK-California energy deal has sparked a sharp political storm across the Atlantic this week. Former US president Donald Trump launched a fierce attack on the agreement, criticising both the British government and Gavin Newsom for deepening cooperation on climate and clean technology. His remarks, delivered during an interview with Politico, have quickly reverberated through diplomatic and political...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Tottenham Hotspur interim boss Igor Tudor has acted swiftly to overhaul his backroom staff following the club’s disappointing run in the Premier League, bringing in three new coaches after the dismissal of Justin Cochrane, John Heitinga, and Chris Haslam. The changes come just days after Thomas Frank was sacked, marking a rapid shift in the North London club’s...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A landmark greenwashing case against Santos Limited has been dismissed by Australia’s federal court, marking a pivotal moment in corporate climate litigation. The greenwashing case had drawn significant international attention, as climate advocates argued that the gas giant misled investors about its environmental commitments and future emissions targets. The decision represents a substantial setback for shareholder activism and...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Anderson Cooper’s 60 Minutes exit announcement comes as a major shock to broadcast news fans worldwide and raises questions about the future of the venerable TV institution. In a heartfelt statement released this week, Cooper explained that after nearly two decades on the CBS News programme he has chosen not to renew his contract, a decision he says...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Six businesses connected to Sarah Ferguson are being wound down following fresh scrutiny sparked by the Epstein files. The developments emerged after newly released documents from United States authorities detailed exchanges between the Duchess of York and the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. The filings have prompted renewed public debate and intensified attention on her past associations. Corporate records...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Taylor Swift concert attack plot has returned to the spotlight after Austrian prosecutors confirmed terrorism charges against a 21-year-old suspect. Authorities allege the man planned to target one of the singer’s Vienna performances during her record-breaking Eras Tour in August 2024. The case has reignited debate across Europe about event security, online radicalisation, and the persistent threat...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Robert Duvall legacy shaped generations of cinema lovers across the world. News of his death at 95 has prompted tributes from Hollywood and beyond. The acclaimed actor passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family. His wife, Luciana Duvall, confirmed the news in an emotional message. She described him as a storyteller whose dedication defined his...

Published: 05 December 2025. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online A senior ally of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is facing mounting scrutiny after being placed under investigation over allegations of involvement in a coordinated smear campaign targeting political opponents. The development has sent ripples through Westminster, intensifying pressure on the Labour leadership at a politically sensitive moment. The investigation centres on claims that individuals connected to the...