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Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. As the holy month of Ramadan begins, UK Muslim charities face growing obstacles in delivering Ramadan donations abroad, raising concerns that millions in vital aid may never reach crisis zones. Each year, British Muslims contribute roughly £2 billion to charitable causes, with giving peaking during Ramadan, when the spiritual significance of generosity is heightened. Buckets passed in mosques,...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The UK government has recorded an unprecedented UK budget surplus of £30.4bn in January 2026. This figure, confirmed by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), surpasses all previous January totals since records began in 1993 and reflects a dramatic £15.9bn increase compared to January 2025. Analysts say the UK budget surplus exceeds forecasts from the Office for Budget...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A six-decade agreement regulating Muslim and Jewish prayer at al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem has now collapsed. The fragile arrangement, designed to prevent conflict, has been undermined by far-right Israeli policies and escalating provocations from extremist groups. Recent arrests of Muslim Waqf staff, bans on access for hundreds of worshippers, and repeated incursions by Jewish activists have heightened concerns...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. New South Wales is preparing to introduce a minimum age requirement for riding ebikes, aiming to tackle growing safety concerns and limit “dangerous behaviour” among young riders. The Minns government announced the reforms on Friday, highlighting a detailed expert review led by Transport NSW that will recommend a legal minimum age somewhere between twelve and sixteen years. Officials...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Australian Federal Police have confirmed they received reports of a crime after Pauline Hanson comments about Muslims sparked national outrage. The development has intensified debate across Australia and drawn international attention, including from observers in the United Kingdom. Officials stopped short of confirming whether a formal criminal investigation has begun. However, the acknowledgement that Pauline Hanson comments...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The return of Evo Morales to public view has stirred Bolivia’s political landscape this week. After nearly seven weeks of unexplained silence, Evo Morales reappeared in his rural stronghold, ending intense speculation about his whereabouts. Supporters gathered in the tropical town of Chimoré as cameras captured his arrival. The images, widely shared across social media, showed a familiar...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A new drone unit is being deployed to confront illegal waste dumping across England. The government confirmed the move as part of tougher action against organised waste crime. Illegal waste dumping costs the UK economy an estimated £1bn each year. Officials believe advanced aerial technology will help investigators respond faster and more effectively. The announcement follows a significant...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Andrew arrest has sent shockwaves through Britain and Australia alike this week. News of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s detention has stirred fresh debate about the monarchy’s place in modern Australia. Yet Australia’s prime minister has ruled out another referendum on becoming a republic, despite the controversy. Anthony Albanese described the situation as an “extraordinary fall from grace” for the...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. A sweeping SEND overhaul promises direct funding for mainstream schools across England. The government says the SEND overhaul will reshape how children with additional needs receive support. Ministers argue the reforms will restore confidence in a system many families feel has failed them. Education leaders have welcomed fresh investment but warn that careful communication will be essential. Parents...

Published: 20 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Deer shooting England plans are set to transform woodland management across the country. The government has announced sweeping proposals designed to curb rising deer populations and protect fragile habitats. Ministers believe urgent action is needed as damage to trees continues to escalate. The new approach aims to balance conservation, farming needs, and rural livelihoods. Officials say the measures...