World number one Magnus Carlsen takes home $250,000 (£188,000) for winning the online competition.
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Twelve years house arrest for Colombian ex-leader Álvaro Uribe
The 73-year-old is the first ex-president in Colombia’s history to be convicted of a crime.
Trump fires lead official on economic data as tariffs cause market drop
The move comes as a weaker-than-expected jobs report stoked fears about tariffs.
Zoo worker killed by leopard in Jerusalem
A worker has died after being attacked during a “behind-the-scenes tour” for visitors.
Italy plan to process migrants in Albania dealt blow by EU court
The court says the way Italy defines a “safe” country breaks EU law.
Budapest mayor questioned by police over banned pride march
Speaking on Friday, Karacsony told supporters: “Neither freedom nor love can be banned in Budapest”.
France suspends Gaza evacuations after student antisemitism row
The Palestinian student, who arrived in France in July, has had her university accreditation withdrawn.
Putin not swayed by Trump’s Ukraine war ultimatum
The Russian president says Moscow’s initial tough demands must be met, despite a looming US sanctions deadline.
Trump moves nuclear submarines after Russian ex-president’s comments
US President Donald Trump says two nuclear submarines are being deployed in the “appropriate regions”.
Confusion and anger in Switzerland – hit by highest tariffs in Europe
Trump threatened Switzerland with 31% tariffs but they ended up even higher, leaving the country asking why.