The governing body of world chess has suspended Russia, which was for decades the dominant force in the game, after a ruling by the world’s top sports tribunal in favour of Ukraine. The ‌Court of ...

Suspension marks a legal victory for Ukraine Dispute centred on who runs chess in regions captured by Russia Blow to a country with proud tradition of world champions But critics say FIDE move isn't ...

The governing body of world chess has suspended Russia – the dominant force in the game for decades – after ⁠a successful legal challenge by Ukraine. An international tribunal, the Court of ...

BAKU– The 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh stunned the chess world by winning the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025, becoming the first Indian woman to claim the prestigious title. In the all-Indian final, Divya ...

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The second President Trump landed in Turkey, the center of gravity shifted right to where he likes it best: himself. By Shawn McCreesh and Tyler Pager Under investigation over an undisclosed gift, the ...

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19. This year’s football tournament will be the largest World Cup ever held, expanding from 32 to ...

The United Nations recognizes that sports, the arts and physical activity have the power to change perceptions, prejudices and behaviours, as well as to inspire people, break down racial and political ...