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Published: 09 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online The man accused of carrying out Australia's worst mass shooting has sought a court order to prevent media from publishing details of his immediate family, arguing their safety is at risk . Naveed Akram, 24, faces 59 charges including 15 counts of murder and one count of committing a terrorist act over the December 14 attack on a Jewish...

Published: 09 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. India produced a commanding performance to retain the India T20 World Cup crown in front of ecstatic home supporters. The victory marked a historic moment as India became the first men’s team to defend the T20 title successfully. It also confirmed their dominance during a tournament largely played in front of passionate home crowds. More than 100,000 fans...

Published: 09 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online Global oil prices surged past $100 a barrel for the first time since 2022 today after Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the slain ayatollah, as its new supreme leader, defying US threats and plunging the Middle East deeper into conflict . Benchmark Brent crude jumped more than 20 per cent in early Asian trading, briefly topping $114...

Published: 09 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Global energy markets were shaken on Monday as the price of crude surged beyond $100, prompting urgent discussions among leading economies. The sharp rise has been driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East, pushing policymakers to consider measures designed to stabilise supply and reassure financial markets. Officials from the Group of Seven nations are preparing to discuss...

Published: 09 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The quiet shores of Kasasa Island rarely attract global attention, yet recent developments have changed that reality dramatically. The remote island, located in Japan’s scenic Seto Inland Sea, has become a surprising focal point in rising tensions between Japan and China. What was once known for its peaceful fishing culture and warm climate is now being discussed in...

Published: 09 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Pete Hegseth Iran war controversy has sparked global debate after the US defence chief delivered unusually aggressive remarks during the conflict. Critics across the political spectrum say the tone of his statements reflects a dangerous shift in leadership style during a volatile Middle East crisis. At a Pentagon briefing near Washington, Pete Hegseth described the ongoing conflict...

Published: 09 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Oil prices surged dramatically this week as the growing conflict involving Iran disrupted global energy supplies. Within hours of new attacks across the region, oil prices climbed above one hundred dollars per barrel. This marks the first time oil prices crossed that symbolic threshold since the turmoil of 2022. Financial markets worldwide reacted sharply as traders anticipated prolonged...

Published: 09 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The Tehran oil depot strikes have left residents describing scenes of darkness, smoke, and fear. Overnight air raids hit several oil storage facilities near Tehran, sending flames high above the skyline. By Sunday morning, thick black smoke hung heavily over the capital of Iran. Residents awoke to streets covered in soot and a sky almost completely hidden by...

Published: 09 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The selection of Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s new supreme leader marks a historic turning point for the Islamic Republic. His appointment follows the death of his father, Ali Khamenei, who ruled Iran for nearly four decades. The decision was confirmed on Sunday by the powerful clerical body responsible for choosing Iran’s highest authority. State media reported that members...

Published: 08 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Britain is preparing one of its most powerful naval assets for possible deployment to the Middle East. The move comes as regional tensions continue rising following recent military strikes and retaliatory attacks. Defence officials confirmed that preparations are underway for the Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales. The vessel is currently based in Portsmouth and serves...