The chess world has been thrown into turmoil after the president of the International Chess Federation (Fide), Arkady Dvorkovich, announced his resignation because he was included in the latest European Union sanctions list. Dvorkovich, 54, Russia’s former deputy prime minister and Kremlin adviser, now faces an EU travel ban and an asset freeze. The EU
It’s no secret that Charli xcx is a cinephile, so it was no surprise when the avant-garde pop star revealed that her latest album would feature iconic horror auteur David Cronenberg, especially considering its title is “Music, Fashion, Film.” but what is Surprising is how impactful his contribution is to the larger meaning of the
Thousands of people have taken to the streets in the Indian capital, Delhi, as part of anti-cockroach protests, calling for educational reforms and the resignation of a government minister. BBC Verify has been analyzing videos from across the capital, showing security officers firing so-called pellet guns at protesters. The Central Reserve Police did not respond
Former England fast bowler Katherine Sciver-Brunt has opened up about the challenges of mom guilt as she begins her coaching career. Sciver-Brunt is married to England captain Nat, and the couple welcomed their son Theo in 2025. After retiring in 2023, Katherine had her first child and, although she has since been involved in broadcasting
HBO Max veteran Pia Barlow has been hired as Amazon MGM Studios’ new director of original series marketing. In her new role, which Barlow will begin on August 3, the executive will oversee all marketing efforts for Prime Video’s global and US original series. Barlow will report directly to Sue Kroll, global head of marketing
World, the online verification startup co-founded by OpenAI’s Sam Altman, has raised $52.5 million through a crypto token sale to strategic investors. Participating investors joined a 12-month locked sale of the global token, WLD. Lock-up periods prevent asset buyers from selling or trading their tokens for a set period of time. The one-year lockup demonstrates
