English Talent Triumphs at Historic Hastings Chess Congress
IM Alex Golding shares first place at the historic Hastings Chess Congress. Discover the event's rich tradition, its current financial struggles, and the rising stars of UK chess.
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Senate votes to limit Trump's Venezuela military action
The US Senate has passed a resolution to bar President Trump from further military action in Venezuela without Congress approval. Five Republicans defected to support the measure. Read the latest.
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George Conway, the conservative lawyer and ex-husband of Kellyanne Conway, launches a Democratic bid for a New York congressional seat, vowing to fight Trump's influence.
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Donald Trump's capture of Nicolás Maduro without consulting Congress marks a dramatic shift in presidential power. Analysis reveals how it challenges the 1973 War Powers Act and constitutional checks and balances.
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Former US special counsel Jack Smith warned of catastrophic consequences for democracy if election interference is not held accountable, in a deposition to Congress.
Carlsen wins ninth world blitz title and fifth rapid-blitz double
Magnus Carlsen dominates the chess world again, securing his ninth blitz championship and a fifth rapid-blitz double in Doha. Read the full story of his latest triumph.
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Donald Trump has proposed a 15-year security guarantee for Ukraine as part of a peace plan to end Russia's invasion. President Zelenskyy seeks a longer 50-year commitment. Read the latest on the delicate negotiations.
US Agrees 15-Year Security Guarantee for Ukraine
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Water restored after Christmas outage in Hastings
Hundreds in East Sussex faced no running water on Christmas Day after a burst main. Southern Water apologises as supply returns. Read the latest updates.
Hou Yifan stars in rare Global Chess League appearance
Women's world number one Hou Yifan made a rare competitive appearance at the Global Chess League in London, scoring a crucial win for her team. Read about her impact and the event's significance.
Hastings water crisis on Christmas Day after pipe bursts
Hundreds in Hastings face a dry Christmas as a burst pipe drains reservoir. MP slams Southern Water's 'years of neglect'. Bottled water stations set up as company races to fix supply.
Congress Weighs Action on DoJ Epstein Files Failure
US lawmakers threaten contempt and impeachment after the Justice Department missed a legal deadline to release all Jeffrey Epstein documents. Experts outline the formidable obstacles they face.
Stefanik Withdraws from New York Governor Race
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US anti-drug strikes death toll exceeds 100
US military kills five alleged traffickers in Pacific, raising total fatalities to 104. The controversial campaign's legality and expansion face scrutiny in Congress.
Brazil Congress Cuts Bolsonaro's 27-Year Prison Term
Brazil's conservative-led Congress passes a bill drastically reducing Jair Bolsonaro's prison sentence for coup attempt. President Lula vows veto, but lawmakers may override. Read the latest.
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Uzbek prodigy Nodirbek Abdusattorov triumphs at the XTX London Chess Classic with a phenomenal 3050 performance rating. Discover how England's players staged a dramatic comeback in the final rounds.
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Cheating allegations in chess end in tragedy
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Sindarov, 19, becomes youngest Chess World Cup winner
Uzbek teenager Javokhir Sindarov defeats China's Wei Yi to claim knockout World Cup title in Goa, securing $120,000 prize and qualification for 2026 Candidates tournament in Cyprus.
Trump would 'love to see' Marjorie Taylor Greene return
Donald Trump says he'd 'love to see' Marjorie Taylor Greene back in politics as she considers a 2028 presidential run following her resignation from Congress. Discover the fallout.
Starmer on Epstein case as Andrew misses Congress deadline
Sir Keir Starmer urges anyone with information on the Jeffrey Epstein case to come forward after Prince Andrew missed a US Congress deadline. US legislators criticise his 'silence'.
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