Why Magnus Carlsen has not been able to crack team competitions
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Venezuela Sells Its Oil to Washington and Has No Cash
Venezuela's 2026 paradox: the Pentagon takes a 35% stake in an oil venture while 28 million Venezuelans run short of banknotes. The economy, explained by its contradictions.
Ukraine adopts two-tier air raid alert system as Russia’s mass drone attacks become the new normal
The new system will distinguish drone threats from the heightened threat of missile or combined strikes, changing how businesses and cities respond to air raids.
Why Mexican cartels are increasingly using car bombs and other explosives
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Drug cartels across Mexico are increasingly turning to car bombs, explosives-laden drones and improvised explosive devices, a trend that could further strain Mexico’s already…
- Mexican cartels use car bombs, explosives, drones, and IEDs more frequently.
- 23 explosive attacks occurred in Zacatecas in 2026, 6 involving cars/motorcycles.
- Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) expanding influence, using explosives as weapon.
TVK Calls Allies' Meeting Amid Growing 'Vijay For PM' Row With Congress
As a possible damage-control measure ahead of the meeting, Civil Supplies Minister Venkataraman has described the remarks supporting Vijay as the personal opinions of individual lawmakers.
Nepal floods update: 275 Indians still missing, 169 rescued; govt says no travellers stranded in Tibet
At least 1,295 people were killed in Nepal after the flash floods on August 26. While over 12,000 people have been rescued, almost 5,000 remain missing as per authorities in Nepal.
Chile Supplies a Quarter of the World’s Copper. July Was a Bad Month.
Chile mines about 23% of the world's copper, more than any other country. July output fell 9.4% after deadly storms, and the market felt it within hours.