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Ben Roberts-Smith Denies War Crime Allegations in First Statement

Published: 19 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online The Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith has publicly denied all allegations against him, declaring “I will never give up” as he addressed the media for the first time since his arrest over serious war crime murder charges linked to his military service in Afghanistan. Speaking from the Gold Coast while on bail, Roberts-Smith strongly rejected claims that he...

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10 Scenic Stays in Scotland’s Highlands & Islands

Published: 19 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Scotland’s Highlands and Islands have long drawn travellers seeking dramatic landscapes, remote tranquillity, and stays that feel deeply connected to nature. From rugged sea lochs and wind-swept moorlands to car-free islands and centuries-old inns, the region offers accommodation experiences that are as memorable as the scenery itself. These are places where architecture blends into wilderness, where history sits...

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Starmer would have blocked Mandelson role, says Lammy

Published: 19 April 2026.The English Chronicle Desk.The English Chronicle Online A major political row has intensified in Westminster after Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said that Prime Minister Keir Starmer would have blocked the appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to Washington had he known about a failure in security vetting. Lammy’s intervention comes as the government faces mounting pressure over what critics describe as a serious breakdown in...

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Harry and Meghan’s Australia Visit Sparks Debate

Published: 19 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk.The English Chronicle Online Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent visit to Australia has triggered renewed global debate over their post-royal identity, with critics questioning whether the trip was a commercially driven branding exercise or an attempt to replicate elements of a traditional royal tour. Over four days, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended a tightly managed series of engagements across Sydney...

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Mexico, Spain and Brazil call for Cuba dialogue amid crisis

Published: 19 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online Mexico, Spain and Brazil have jointly urged “sincere and respectful dialogue” to address what they describe as a “grave humanitarian crisis” unfolding in Cuba, as the Caribbean nation continues to grapple with a deepening economic and energy emergency. The coordinated diplomatic appeal was issued through Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and comes at a time of heightened geopolitical...

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“I was fighting two wars”: Ukraine soldiers’ addiction crisis

Published: 19 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online In a quiet rehabilitation facility tucked inside Kyiv, Ukrainian soldiers recovering from addiction speak in low voices about battles that did not end on the frontlines. For many, the war against Russia is only one part of their struggle. The other, more personal and often hidden conflict is against addiction, trauma, and psychological wounds that continue to intensify...

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Iron Worker Challenges Trump Loyalist in Ohio

Published: 18 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The political landscape in Ohio is bracing for a dramatic showdown this coming May. A dedicated union iron worker is challenging a prominent congressional representative for his seat. This upcoming contest highlights deep divides regarding economic priorities for working families today. The incumbent congressman is Max Miller, a staunch political ally of Donald Trump. Miller secured this congressional...

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US Catholics Caught Between President and the Pope

Published: 18 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Maryellen Lewicki leads a quiet weekly Bible study group for Catholic women in Decatur, Georgia. These women try hard to keep their discussions focused on faith rather than national politics. Despite their best intentions, the name of Donald Trump frequently arises during their prayer sessions. One friend recently shared that she prays daily for the president to change...

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US Catholics Caught Between President and the Pope

Published: 18 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Maryellen Lewicki leads a quiet weekly Bible study group for Catholic women in Decatur, Georgia. These women try hard to keep their discussions focused on faith rather than national politics. Despite their best intentions, the name of Donald Trump frequently arises during their prayer sessions. One friend recently shared that she prays daily for the president to change...

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Suspicious Bets on Iran Conflict Spark Regulatory Alarm

Published: 18 April 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Financial markets have witnessed a series of exceptionally timed wagers recently. Massive sums of capital moved into positions just before significant events. Traders placed over one billion dollars in bets on the Iran conflict. These wagers correctly predicted the timing of major US-led military actions. The precision of these trades has ignited serious concerns among many observers. Lawmakers...

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