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Published: 18 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online A former US Army sergeant has vividly recalled how civil rights icon Reverend Jesse Jackson played a pivotal role in securing his freedom and that of two fellow soldiers who were held as prisoners of war (POWs) during the Kosovo conflict in 1999, highlighting a lesser-known chapter of Jackson’s legacy beyond civil rights activism. The soldier’s tribute comes...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson — a towering figure in the American civil rights movement and once a close aide to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — is being remembered as a transformative leader who helped reshape the United States’ social and political landscape. Jackson, who died aged 84, rose from humble beginnings in segregated South Carolina to become...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online As global travel rebounds after the pandemic, 2026 has emerged as a record year for tourism — but the growth is happening in places that aren’t the usual tourist capitals, according to travel analysts and industry reports. Destinations that were once overlooked are now attracting travelers seeking authentic experiences, cultural depth, and untapped natural beauty. While traditional tourism...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. North Korea has unveiled a new housing district in Pyongyang dedicated to families of soldiers killed in the Ukraine war. The development, described as a tribute to those lost in the Ukraine war, marks a significant political gesture by leader Kim Jong-un. State media confirmed the completion of Saeppyol Street in the capital’s Hwasong district. The project is...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Bangladesh witnessed a historic moment as Tarique Rahman sworn in marked a new political chapter in Dhaka. The ceremony unfolded on Tuesday inside the national parliament complex, where newly elected lawmakers pledged loyalty to the republic. The event signalled the formal return to elected governance after months of political uncertainty. For many citizens, the image of Tarique Rahman...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The NSW kidnapping mistake that led to the abduction of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian has shocked communities across Sydney. Authorities believe the elderly grandfather was taken in error during a botched underworld operation. Police insist this NSW kidnapping mistake was not a random act. Instead, investigators say seasoned offenders targeted the wrong individual in a pre-dawn raid that has...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online One of the most enduring mysteries in sports and crime history continues to fascinate and outrage fans around the world — the kidnapping of the champion racehorse Shergar in 1983 — more than four decades after the prized stallion disappeared without a trace. What started as a brazen theft from an Irish stud farm quickly evolved into a...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online The United States and Iran have begun a fresh round of indirect nuclear negotiations in Geneva, Switzerland, in a high‑stakes effort to address long‑standing disputes over Tehran’s nuclear programme and avert further escalation in the Middle East. The talks, mediated by Oman and held at the Omani consulate in Geneva, mark a continuation of diplomatic engagement after earlier...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Communities across the globe are ushering in the Lunar New Year 2026, marking the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse with vibrant festivities, cultural traditions, and family gatherings. From the bustling streets of Beijing to the neon-lit avenues of Bangkok, the holiday is celebrated with a mix of ancient rituals and modern celebrations that reflect both...

Published: 17 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Tragedy struck in Spain as a devastating fire engulfed an apartment block, claiming the lives of five young people and leaving several others injured. Emergency services rushed to the scene following reports of smoke and flames spreading rapidly through the residential building, located in a densely populated urban area. According to local authorities, the fire broke out late...