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Published: March 10, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online A Rangers hero has spoken warmly about a memorable conversation with businessman Andrew Cavenagh, describing the club investor as an “imposing” figure whose words left a lasting impression during a relaxed meeting over a glass of wine. The former Rangers star recalled the encounter while discussing the growing ambitions surrounding the Glasgow club and the influence that major investors can...

Published: March 10, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online A burglar who was caught inside a family home in Whitley Bay in broad daylight gave a bizarre explanation when confronted by the homeowner, according to reports presented in court. The incident occurred when a mother unexpectedly returned to her house during the daytime and discovered a man inside her bedroom. The suspect had reportedly entered the property without permission...

Published: March 10, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Fire crews remained on the scene in central Glasgow on Tuesday as emergency teams continued to manage the aftermath of a major fire that tore through buildings on Union Street, leaving a large section of the city centre badly damaged and smouldering. The blaze, which erupted late on Monday evening, sent thick columns of smoke over the surrounding area and...

Published: March 10, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online Artificial intelligence-generated misinformation targeting British politics has been traced to overseas “content farms,” according to a recent investigation that uncovered coordinated social media activity designed to spread fabricated stories and manipulated images of UK political figures. Technology company Meta has already removed several Facebook pages linked to Vietnam after evidence emerged that they were distributing false narratives and AI-generated content...

Published: 10 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online — Business News One of Scotland’s best‑known lighting retailers has collapsed into administration, forcing the closure of 11 stores and leaving 70 employees redundant. Pagazzi Lighting, headquartered in Thornliebank, Glasgow, has been a fixture of the high street for nearly 45 years, specialising in decorative lighting, mirrors, and home furnishings. But rising costs, declining footfall, and sustained poor...

Published: 10 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. How do you solve a problem such as Tottenham Hotspur, a club steeped in proud traditions? They remain the ninth-richest football team globally, celebrated for their thrilling style of play that demands daring and creativity on every occasion. Legends like Blanchflower, Hoddle, Ardíles, Gascoigne, Bale, Kane, and Son have all graced the pitch, embedding a sense of identity...

Published: 10 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Black people in London are up to 48 times more likely than white residents to face stop and search, a comprehensive new study has revealed. The report, commissioned by the office of Mayor Sadiq Khan and conducted by King's College London, examined data from 2023 and highlighted stark disparities across London’s most affluent boroughs. Researchers analysed 152,000 recorded...

Published: 10 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online — Scotland News Police Scotland has come under fire after a watchdog report revealed that thousands of suspects are not being fingerprinted each year, including individuals arrested for serious crimes. The Scottish Biometrics Commissioner, Dr Brian Plastow, found that more than 12,000 accused men and women went through custody in a single year without their prints being taken...

Published: 10 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Members of Parliament have voted decisively against a proposed social media ban for under-16s. The vote ended with 307 MPs opposing and 173 supporting, leaving a majority of 134 against the measure. This amendment was introduced as part of the children’s wellbeing and schools bill, promoted by Conservative peer and former minister John Nash, aiming to address growing...

Published: 10 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online — UK News Police Scotland have arrested a man in connection with the fatal shooting of Jordan Gray, who was found dead in his Motherwell home last December. The 26‑year‑old suffered fatal firearm wounds inside his flat at Shields Court shortly after 10.30pm on 14 December 2025. His death shocked the local community and prompted a major investigation....