Brics declaration: India’s readout skips mention of Xi’s ‘partners, not rivals’ statement

BRICS Summit 2026 Live Updates: On Day 2, leaders to explore opportunities for inclusive growth

Break-in attempt at ex-US VP Kamala Harris' Malibu house

Carlsen suffers first GCL 2026 loss as Firouzja's Kings upset APL Pipers

Magnus Carlsen lost his first match of GCL 2026 as Alireza Firouzja led Triveni Continental Kings to a victory over APL Pipers. Despite the upset, the result did not change the overall standings in the tournament. American Gambits briefly rekindled their qualification hopes before falling to the Pipers in a subsequent match. Indian player Nihal Sarin's time forfeit effectively ended American Gambits' bid to reach the finals. The team will now face Mumba Masters in a third-place playoff on Sunday.

Thousands protest in Erfurt to block AfD annual conference amid rising far-right influence

Large crowds gathered in Erfurt, Germany, to physically block access to the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's annual conference. The demonstrations reflect growing public opposition to the far-right party's political agenda. The AfD has been leading in national opinion polls and is targeting gains in upcoming elections in eastern German states. Mainstream political parties have maintained a strategy of non-cooperation, refusing to form any alliances with the AfD. The protests highlight escalating tensions surrounding the party's expanding influence in German politics.