Religion

Published: 16 September 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. New historical research has uncovered further evidence of the Church of England’s financial and institutional connections to the transatlantic enslavement of Africans, adding to an increasingly detailed record of how slavery was supported by religious, commercial and political networks in Britain. The findings come as the Church of England continues to debate how it should respond to its...

Published: 25 July 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The United Kingdom has recently witnessed heightened tensions surrounding prominent religious gatherings, prompting major organizers to reinforce public safety protocols. Security has been significantly scaled up with several hundred additional personnel deployed at the nation's largest annual Islamic convention, Jalsa Salana, hosted within Hampshire. This heightened vigilance comes amid a backdrop of rising anti-Muslim sentiment nationwide, close coordination...

Published: 11 July 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. More than a century after Alfred Dreyfus was officially cleared of one of France's greatest miscarriages of justice, the Jewish army officer's long-wandering statue has finally found a permanent home in the heart of Paris. The relocation marks a powerful moment of historical recognition, reinforcing France's commitment to confronting its past while honouring the triumph of justice over...

Published: 04 July 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online Iran has begun an unprecedented six-day state funeral for former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, with vast crowds gathering in Tehran as the Islamic Republic seeks to honour the man who led the country for nearly four decades. Authorities expect tens of millions of mourners to take part in ceremonies across Iran and neighbouring Iraq, making it one of...

Published: 02 May 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online The Green Party of England and Wales is facing growing internal tension over allegations of antisemitism and disputes surrounding the Israel–Palestine conflict, just as the party experiences rapid growth in membership and rising electoral expectations. The party, which has recently expanded to more than 220,000 members, has been boosted since the leadership of Zack Polanski, who became leader...

Published: 19 April  2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online An attempted arson attack at a synagogue in north-west London has intensified concerns over the safety of Jewish communities across the capital, following a series of similar incidents reported in recent weeks. The latest episode unfolded at the Kenton United Synagogue, where authorities say a fire was deliberately set late on Saturday night, causing minor smoke damage inside...

Published: 26 March 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. The appointment of Sarah Mullally as the 106th archbishop of Canterbury represents a truly landmark moment for the global Anglican communion. This historic choice marks the first time a woman will lead the Church of England in its long history. Her selection sends a powerful message to parishes across England and the many nations where Anglicans gather today....

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. 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...