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Harmanpreet was the player of the tournament at the 2024 Asian Champions Trophy, scoring nearly one-third of India’s goals in the triumphant campaign. (Photo Credit: Hockey India)
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The Harmanpreet factor: Why India need their captain firing at the World Cup

Sports August 14, 2026
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By the time India’s players assemble in a semicircle at the top of the 'D' on a June morning in Bengaluru, their training jerseys are already drenched in sweat. Manpreet Singh crouches to receive the injection from vice-captain Hardik Singh. Rajinder Singh readies himself to flick, while Yashdeep Siwach, Abhishek Nain and Shilanand Lakra take up positions around the circle.
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Bittu Tabahi meets Madhya Pradesh CM
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Pooja Das won Rs 12.5 lakh on Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati.
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‘Biggest asset of family’: Amitabh hails young girls overcoming struggles to win on KBC

Entertainment 41 min ago
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Actor Amitabh Bachchan recently expressed his admiration for girls and young women who make their families and the country proud through their achievements. The megastar, who also hosts popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati, cited his recent experience of encountering young female contestants who have braved unfavourable circumstances to gain education and a place on the highly competitive show.
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Sonali Bendre shares Mickey Contractor's makeup hacks
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‘Trust the heat of your fingers’: Sonali Bendre shares makeup lessons that still work

Lifestyle 48 min ago
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Sonali Bendre shares timeless beauty tips from makeup artist Mickey Contractor, such as using tissue, powder puff, and loose powder for matte lipstick. She stresses skin prep and building makeup in light layers for a natural, long-lasting look. These techniques, not trendy products, define exceptional makeup and highlight the importance of refined artistry in the beauty industry.
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How US seeks to choke Iran’s cash flow through Banque Misr UAE sanctions

Explained 47 min ago
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The US has expanded "Operation Economic Outcast" to target the UAE branches of Banque Misr, an Egyptian bank, for aiding Iran's shadow-banking networks. This aims to disrupt Iran's access to US dollars and dual-use goods. The bank was chosen for its weak compliance systems, but new sanctions will force Iran to use alternative currencies, increasing financial strain.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman vs Anthropic
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OpenAI agents hacked a German wiki, posted 18,000 times: What we know

Technology 49 min ago
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OpenAI confirmed its AI agents were involved in yet another hacking of an external platform a day after news reports stated that a swarm of its AI agents had hijacked a German wiki site. The ChatGPT-maker acknowledged that it needs to change how and when it reports instances of agents attacking real-world targets. AI agents acting in unintended ways has been treated as a research question so far.
Shriya Pilgaonkar weighs in on Swara Bhaskar's jauhar remarks.
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Shriya Pilgaonkar on Swara Bhaskar’s jauhar remark: Easy to judge context of another time

Entertainment 2 hr ago
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Swara Bhaskar’s comments on the climactic jauhar sequence of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2018 blockbuster period war drama Padmaavat has reentered the discourse after the actor justified her objection to the archaic practice. Swara had claimed that as a woman, she felt “reduced to her vagina” while watching the climax, when Deepika Padukone’s character of Rani Padmini leads women into self-immolation.
Kartik Aaryan, Captain India
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Kartik Aaryan’s Captain India finally takes flight after 5-year delay

Entertainment 2 hr ago
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Kartik Aaryan's long-awaited film Captain India, directed by Shimit Amin, has finally begun filming in London after facing challenges for five years. The story follows an Indian Air Force pilot on a rescue mission and is set to release on August 13, 2027. Despite a change of director and controversy, Amin is proud of the team's "magical" energy.
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Nokia, Ericsson, IBM, to Blackberry: How humbled tech giants reinvented for a comeback

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In the ever-changing electronics business, companies like BlackBerry, Nokia, IBM, Ericsson, HTC, and Toshiba have all undergone successful reinventions. These companies have shifted their focus from consumer hardware to more profitable ventures such as software, infrastructure, and AI. This change has led to improved financial positions and market value for these companies.
Mayday: Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh play unlikely allies.
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Mayday review: Ryan Reynolds’ Maverick finds his Goose in Kenneth Branagh’s unlikely ally

Entertainment 3 hr ago
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At first glance, John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein’s Apple TV action comedy Mayday and Oni Sen’s recent Netflix India period war drama Operation Safed Sagar couldn’t be further apart. But the two share one curious narrative starting point. During the 1999 Kargil War, an Indian fighter jet is shot down by the Pakistani army, leading to the pilot finding his way into enemy territory.
Bhagyashree on choosing the right life partner
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Bhagyashree has 3 questions you should ask before choosing life partner

Lifestyle 3 hr ago
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Choosing the right life partner is important, but it's crucial to think it through and not get swept up in emotions. Actor Bhagyashree shares important tips for the marriage season, emphasizing the need to see beyond charm, find shared values, and pay attention to emotional maturity. Ultimately, marriage is about finding someone who can heal and grow with you.
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Fading alphabet to fresh paint: How the Dogri script is returning to Jammu’s signboards

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Jammu has recently introduced new public signboards in the Namey Dogra Akhar script, a modified version of Takri, to revive the Dogri language. The language, spoken by the Dogras, has been written in Devanagari but is now gaining recognition and being taught in schools. Efforts to promote the language have also led to a campaign for the revival of its original script.
An ash plume from Indonesia's Anak Krakatau was detected drifting towards parts of Jakarta, Banten and West Java. (Image: AP)
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Flights suspended, schools closed as Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano erupts

World 3 hr ago
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Indonesia's Mount Anak Krakatau erupted, causing flight suspensions at Jakarta's airport and disrupting school and fishing activities. The eruption sent ash clouds across Java and Sumatra, reaching heights of 20,000 and 50,000 feet. Anak Krakatau, which emerged a century ago after the destruction of Krakatau in 1883, has a history of deadly tsunamis.
Shobhinaw Satyaa plays Neem Karoli Baba in Hanuman Ansh.
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What is ASCII smuggling, and how is it helping spammers bypass AI-powered email filters?

Technology 4 hr ago
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As AI systems become increasingly capable, AI-powered email spam filters have evolved alongside them to get better at keeping unwanted messages out of a user’s inbox. However, spammers continue to find new ways to bypass these defences using sophisticated techniques. One such technique broadly known as ‘ASCII smuggling’ is being widely adopted by spammers to evade filters on email platforms.
A former teammate's farewell match could unite Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi in a match in December 2026. (Reuters Photo)
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Messi, Ronaldo to play together for first time? A former teammate holds the key

Sports 5 hr ago
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Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, two legendary footballers, will reunite on the pitch in a farewell match organized by their former teammate Carlos Tevez. The event aims to bring together the longtime rivals and friends, with Tevez determined to bring Ronaldo to Argentina. Despite being in their late 30s, both Messi and Ronaldo continue to dominate the sport.
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Health checks in your 20s, 30s and 40s: What to test and how often

Lifestyle 5 hr ago
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Regular health check-ups are crucial for all, including young and healthy individuals, as some conditions can develop without symptoms. Age, family history, lifestyle, and previous results determine the frequency of preventive assessments. After 30, monitor blood pressure, weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol every 1-2 years, and for those over 40, yearly or more frequent evaluations recommended.
TCS shares declined by 0.52% at Rs 2,047.75 on the BSE on Friday.
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TCS unit to invest up to $7.4 billion in AI data center campus

Technology 6 hr ago
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A subsidiary of Tata Consultancy Services and its partners will invest up to 700 billion rupees ($7.41 billion) to build a 1 gigawatt ⁠AI ​data center campus in the Indian state of Telangana, the company said on Saturday. TCS's subsidiary ​HyperVault ​has secured 264 acres ⁠in Hyderabad for the project, which will be developed ‌in phases. The facility is aimed at AI companies and hyperscalers.
A US government directive over national security concerns has forced Anthropic to suspend access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 for foreign nationals. (Express Image/Reuters)
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Anthropic IPO launch shifts toward mid-October: Report

Technology 6 hr ago
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Anthropic is expected to begin marketing its initial public offering in mid-October at the earliest and complete the listing days before the U.S. midterm elections in November, people familiar with the matter said on Friday. The AI company had been expected to make its IPO prospectus public as early as next week, a crucial step that would kick off the final stages of the offering.
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Corporate America is getting hooked on open-source AI

Technology 6 hr ago
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Open models come in two flavors. One is an open-source model, which makes its underlying code public. The other is an open-weights model, which makes its “weights” — the numerical calculations that determine how the model reasons — public. Many of the most popular open AI models are made by Chinese companies like Moonshot AI, DeepSeek and Alibaba.
The seized vaccine vials carried the Abhayrab label but were found not to have been manufactured by Indian Immunologicals Ltd. (Image for representation: Magnific)
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Pakistan mentor Wahab Riaz has defended the team despite a record defeat to India in the Women's Asia Cup. (ACC/CREIMAS)
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Bigg Boss Season 20 Contestants List Mary Kom, Aman Gandhi, Mahhi Vij
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Bigg Boss 20 Contestants List: Mary Kom, Aman Gandhi, Mahhi Vij to join Salman Khan’s show

Entertainment 7 hr ago
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Bigg Boss 20, hosted by Salman Khan, is set to premiere with 17 contestants, including Rhiya Ahir or Lovepreet Gill, chosen through 'Fans Ka Faisla'. This season, contestants will get an extra lifeline through a vardaan or jeevandaan, with the 2X room playing a crucial role. Some of the speculated celebrities to join the show are Kanika Mann, Amrapali Dubey, Aman Gandhi, Mahhi Vij, etc.
A recent DPCC assessment found that Kitchener Lake’s water failed to meet prescribed standards for key parameters.
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A 66-acre lake in Delhi was declared revived. New report tells a different story

Cities 8 hr ago
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The Kitchener Lake in Delhi's Central Ridge forest was meant to be restored, but a report by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee found that the water does not meet standards. The National Green Tribunal has given the DDA a month to respond, while the DDA is working on cleaning and bioremediation. The Master Plan 2041 prioritises preserving and revitalising water bodies, including Kitchener Lake.
A story in Class 7 talks about Sidhak, who was given a fighter jet as a gift by her grandfather instead of a kitchen set. (Screenshot from the book)
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Pawan Goenka, chairperson of the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe), the nodal body, under the Deparment of Space (File)
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ISRO staff question trajectory of space privatisation, want chief to clarify

India 5 hr ago
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Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) employee associations are worried about the agency's privatization plans and its effect on current and future employees. The controversy arose from comments made by IN-SPACe chairperson Pawan Goenka about involving private companies in launch vehicle and satellite production.
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Siddaramaiah’s AHINDA push: Why he is talking about social justice again

Political Pulse 9 hr ago
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Former CM Siddaramaiah is actively rallying the AHINDA base, calling for unity among OBCs and Dalits for social justice. His recent statements and participation in events suggest a push for the implementation of a state caste survey report. There is speculation that he is unhappy with developments in the Congress, but he remains a key figure in the party's social justice agenda.
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Jhiram Ghati verdict: What remains of the legacy of Mahendra Karma, ‘Tiger of Bastar’?

Political Pulse 6 hr ago
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The conviction of 10 Maoists for the 2013 Jhiram Ghati attack has brought closure for the family of their target, Mahendra Karma. The tribal leader and opponent of the Maoists was killed along with 27 others. His legacy includes the Salwa Judum movement, struck down by the Supreme Court in 2011. Despite ongoing threats, his family remains determined.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi and others during the centenary celebrations of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), in New Delhi. (PMO via PTI Photo)
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Modi Gen Z nod: Naaraaz fufa (angry uncle), OG, Dhurandhar, ‘your seniors could not dream’

Political Pulse 5 hr ago
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Narendra Modi, who first spoke at Shri Ram College of Commerce in 2013, returned as a third-term Prime Minister in 2021 amidst student protests. He encouraged students to prepare for a developed India by 2047, citing the progress made during his 13 years in power. He  highlighted the role of ambition and a supportive environment in achieving success, referencing alumni like the late Arun Jaitley.
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Jhiram Ghati, turning point in the battle inside Red Corridor

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The 2013 massacre in Chhattisgarh's Jhiram Ghati was a devastating blow to the state's political leadership, carried out by Maoists. This event marked a turning point in the fight against Maoist insurgency, leading to a renewed effort to establish security bases in their core areas.
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Action against 5 more madrasas in Uttarakhand as new education regime takes shape

India 6 hr ago
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Uttarakhand government continues action against unrecognised madrasas, with five more shut down in Dehradun and Haldwani. The state has sealed a total of 20 madrasas, while three have stopped operations voluntarily. The move comes after the state abolished its Madrasa Board and replaced it with a new authority governing minority educational institutions.
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Two routes, one destination: How heroin is entering Jammu from Punjab and Kashmir

India 9 hr ago
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Authorities in Jammu have uncovered two routes used to smuggle heroin across borders, with the recent bust of 522 grams from a bus coming from Punjab leading to the arrest of Aqib Bashir. Investigations are ongoing to uncover other members of the network. This follows a previous seizure of 5.160 kg of heroin from a vehicle originating from Pakistan.
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Gujarat murder accused tied with ropes, flogged in public by police; SHO says ‘rare case’

Cities 10 hr ago
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A homeless man in Gujarat was publicly flogged by police for the alleged murder of his partner. The incident was caught on camera and caused outrage on social media. The accused had a criminal record and police claimed the flogging was necessary to deter others. Legal action has been taken against the officers involved, sparking criticism of Gujarat's police force.
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Census in four poll-bound states to begin on December 1

India 10 hr ago
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The Registrar General of India has announced that the population enumeration for Census 2027 will take place in Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and parts of Uttarakhand from December 1, 2026, to January 4, 2027. The citizens in these areas can choose to self-enumerate from November 16 to November 30, 2026.
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CJI: BRICS forum is a modern fabric woven with traditional threads

India 10 hr ago
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CJI Surya Kant described the BRICS Chief Justices’ Forum as a blend of traditional and modern values, with a common goal of finding solutions for the betterment of humanity. He emphasized the shared belief of the participating countries' judicial leaders in the enduring values of justice.
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Watch out for ‘counterfeit’ batch of rabies vaccine: Drug regulator to states

Health and Wellness 11 hr ago
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The apex drug regulator has issued a warning about a specific batch of the anti-rabies vaccine Abhayrab after finding it to be not potent and misbranded. The packaging errors and differences in the company's logo suggest it to be a counterfeit product. The vaccine was never exported out of India, but last year it came under scrutiny by international regulators.
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PM recognised power of sun, followed it, brought its benefits to the people : Joshi

India 11 hr ago
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Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi commends PM Modi for utilizing solar energy in India and promoting education and skilling. He emphasizes the country's growth in solar energy and the potential for India to become a global manufacturing and skilling hub. Joshi credits PM Modi for recognizing the power of the sun and its impact on the country's progress.
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Congress Dalit MPs to discuss Uttarakhand ‘purification’ ritual at meet on Monday

India 11 hr ago
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Dalit MPs of Congress will meet to discuss the "purification" in Haldwani after a rally addressed by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. The meeting will discuss a strategy to ensure the incident is not forgotten and denounce the incident. An FIR was lodged against Rahul Gandhi for urging PM Modi to order an FIR over the "shuddhikaran havan" held in Haldwani.
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Why is Congress silent on Jharkhand ‘paper loot’, asks BJP

India 11 hr ago
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BJP accuses Congress-led alliance of being silent on break-in at strongroom where JPSC exam papers were kept. Only 3 women ministers in 4 Congress-ruled states, raises questions about party's claim to protect students' interests. BJP spokesperson calls out Congress leaders for lack of action and credibility.
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The 15-year-old whose records keep arriving faster than he can outgrow them

Sports 17 hr ago
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14-year-old Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus is a record-breaking chess prodigy, ranked World No. 26 and aiming to popularize the game in Turkey. His coach, Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, predicts he can reach a never-before-achieved rating of 2900. Erdogmus is known for his strategic and tactical skills, and his passion for chess started at a young age.
India vs Pakistan Asia Cup
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With a batting debacle, Pakistan makes the gulf with India evident

Sports 17 hr ago
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In a one-sided match between India and Pakistan at the Women's Asia Cup, India emerged victorious with a seven-wicket win. Despite a promising start from Pakistan, India's spin trio of Sree Charani, Prema Rawat, and Deepti Sharma took eight wickets for just 21 runs. Pakistan's batting collapse, with only one player scoring double digits, led to their lowest-ever T20I total.
Harmanpreet Kaur hit the winning runs in her record 150th T20I match as captain. (BCCI Photo)
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Dominican Republic’s Joheirry Mola Dominguez is Miss World 2026

Lifestyle 17 hr ago
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Joheirry Mola Dominguez from the Dominican Republic wins the 73rd Miss World 2026 title, with Spain's Elisabeth Reynés and Malaysia's Taanusiya Chetty as first and second runner-up. She is described as a dedicated educator and community advocate. India's Nikita Porwal misses a spot in the Top 20. The next year's host country will be Tanzania.
In 2024, against Ding Liren, Gukesh was at his peak. Two years later, Gukesh is the one in deep water and his challenger Javokhir Sindarov looks better every tournament he plays. (Photo: Petr Vrabec via Prague International Chess Festival.)
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