Arkady Dvorkovich, former Russian deputy prime minister and FIDE president, suspended his duties after the EU sanctioned him for undermining Ukraine's integrity. Dvorkovich called the decision "unlawful and unfair," with FIDE Deputy President Viswanathan Anand taking over his responsibilities.
Hungary’s new leadership is dismantling key Orbán-era institutions, launching anti-corruption probes and judicial reforms, and moving to unlock frozen EU funds. The article portrays Peter Magyar’s government as reshaping the country’s legal and political order.
Arkady Dvorkovich, president of the International Chess Federation (Fide) and former Russian deputy prime minister, has stepped aside after being included on the EU's latest sanctions list for supporting the annexation of Crimea. Ukraine has hailed the move as a significant victory, while Dvorkovich calls the sanctions unfair.
Arkady Dvorkovich, the Russian president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), has suspended his powers after being placed on the EU’s latest sanctions list. He called the decision "unlawful and unfair" and plans to challenge it, with First Vice President Viswanathan Anand assuming his duties.
An unnamed Shanghai-based company aims for an IPO by year-end, driven by Beijing's semiconductor self-reliance initiative amidst ongoing US export controls.
Former wrestling champion Tyrell Fortune expresses strong confidence in his wrestling foundation and overall abilities ahead of his second UFC fight against Rizvan Kuniev in Abu Dhabi. He believes a full training camp and his previous short-notice UFC win have prepared him to climb the heavyweight rankings.
Defending champions India announced formidable men's and women's chess squads for the FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, led by D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, and R Vaishali. Separately, Viswanathan Anand became interim FIDE president after Arkady Dvorkovich temporarily stepped aside due to EU sanctions.
The Hundred cricket tournament, now in its fifth year, navigates a manufactured identity and increasing influence from IPL owners. Teams like Manchester Super Giants adopt existing branding, while private equity investment raises questions about the tournament's long-term goals and alignment with English cricket's interests, despite its success in attracting families and mainstream attention.
Arkadi Dworkowitsch hat seine Befugnisse als Präsident des Schachweltverbands Fide mit sofortiger Wirkung ausgesetzt, nachdem er auf die EU-Sanktionsliste gesetzt wurde. Er bezeichnet den Beschluss als "rechtswidrig und ungerecht" und will ihn anfechten. Vizepräsident Viswanathan Anand übernimmt interimistisch.
US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that China and Russia are not providing military support to Iran, citing assurances from Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov also denied such arms supplies, calling rumors 'awkward to hear'.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the 124-member Indian contingent success for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, expressing confidence in their determination. India begins its campaign Thursday with bowls events, with Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra and weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu leading medal hopes.
Fide-Präsident Arkadi Dworkowitsch hat seine Befugnisse nach EU-Sanktionen ausgesetzt, die er als "rechtswidrig und ungerecht" bezeichnet. Vizepräsident Viswanathan Anand übernimmt interimistisch. Dworkowitsch kandidiert nicht mehr für eine dritte Amtszeit; die Wahl im September hat neue Kandidaten.
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) announced immediate reductions in market-capitalisation requirements for start-ups, international firms, and WVR companies, aiming to attract more innovative companies globally to list in Hong Kong.
England's 11-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan defeated French Grandmaster Marc’Andria Maurizzi, setting a new world age record. World champion Gukesh Dommaraju faced poor form, while Fide president Arkady Dvorkovich was sanctioned, impacting the upcoming Fide presidential election in Samarkand.
15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history by scoring an 18-ball half-century against Zimbabwe in Harare, becoming the youngest male player to achieve this in international cricket. The record-breaking knock secured India a seven-wicket victory and boosted his confidence after a challenging debut.
NSW Waratahs captain Emily Chancellor expresses strong confidence after their 33-22 semi-final win over Western Force, as they prepare to face Fijian Drua in the Super Rugby Women's grand final in Ba, Fiji. The defending champions aim to leverage their strong form and tactical selections.
UK consumer confidence rose significantly in July, driven by the prospect of Andy Burnham becoming PM, England's World Cup run, and hopes for Middle East peace. Despite this, personal finance outlook remained cautious, and rising oil prices from renewed US-Iran conflict threaten inflation forecasts.
The EU unveiled its largest sanctions package in four years against Russia, leading FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich to suspend his activity. The measures target 218 individuals and entities, including banks, vessels, and military-industrial complex, while Ukraine faces ongoing attacks.
FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich has temporarily stepped aside after being included in the EU's 21st sanctions list related to Russia's 2022 Ukraine invasion. Deputy President Viswanathan Anand will serve as interim president, while Dvorkovich plans to legally challenge the sanctions.
BlackRock, Coinbase, and Strategy are among nine firms forming the Bitcoin Security Consortium, investing $15 million to fund research against future quantum computing threats. The initiative aims to support developers in creating quantum-resistant cryptography for Bitcoin, addressing a theoretical vulnerability that could expose billions in BTC.
La Ferrari si prepara al GP d'Ungheria con aspettative di buona performance all'Hungaroring grazie alle sue qualità aerodinamiche. Mentre Fred Vasseur è cauto, Lewis Hamilton vede Mercedes ancora dominante. Anche Aston Martin e McLaren portano aggiornamenti, sperando in progressi prima della pausa estiva.
Finans ve kripto para sektörünün önde gelen şirketleri, Bitcoin ağının uzun vadeli güvenliğini desteklemek amacıyla Bitcoin Güvenlik Konsorsiyumu'nu kurdu. Konsorsiyum, üç yılda 15 milyon dolarlık fon taahhüt ederek geliştiricileri destekleyecek ve kuantum bilişim risklerine odaklanacak.
Аркадий Дворкович временно приостановил исполнение обязанностей президента FIDE после включения его в 21-й санкционный список Евросоюза, назвав решение незаконным. Его обязанности будет исполнять Вишванатан Ананд.
Arkady Dvorkovich voluntarily suspended his duties as FIDE president after the EU included him in its 21st sanctions package. Viswanathan Anand will assume the role while Dvorkovich challenges the "unlawful and unfair" decision.
