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Reeves' chess title questioned as OBR row deepens

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her claim to be a former British junior chess champion, as a finance professor disputes the title. The row emerges amid tensions with the OBR over Budget forecasts.

Zelensky aide resigns in £75m energy scandal

Ukrainian President Zelensky faces internal crisis as chief of staff resigns amid £75 million energy kickback scheme during critical peace negotiations and ongoing Russian attacks.

Ex-UKIP MEP denies Russian bribe allegations

Former UKIP MEP David Coburn denies taking Russian bribes after being named in WhatsApp messages linked to a convicted politician. Read the full investigation details.

Ex-Reform UK Wales Leader Jailed for Russian Bribes

Former Reform UK Wales leader Nathan Gill sentenced to 10+ years for taking Russian bribes to undermine democracy. Police warn of widespread Kremlin influence operations targeting British politicians.

Youth Chess Clubs Transform London & Birmingham

Discover how a new wave of youth chess clubs in London and Birmingham is creating vibrant communities, boosting mental skills, and attracting diverse young players away from screens.

Russian military blogger dies after criticising Ukraine war

Exclusive: A prominent Russian military blogger known for criticising Moscow's war strategy has been found dead in his Nizhny Novgorod apartment under mysterious circumstances, raising questions about Kremlin silencing tactics.

Reform UK's Nathan Gill in Russian spy scandal

Explosive investigation reveals how Reform UK politician Nathan Gill cultivated ties with a suspected Russian spy and accepted undeclared benefits while serving in Welsh politics.

Disgraced MP Gareth Ward Guilty of Sexual Assault

Former Conservative MP Gareth Ward convicted of brutal sexual assaults against two men while serving in public office. Read the shocking details of the case that has rocked Westminster.

Chess Grandmaster's Harrowing 911 Call Revealed

Distressing emergency call reveals frantic moments as friends discovered chess champion Daniel Naroditsky unconscious. The dramatic audio captures their desperate attempts to save the grandmaster's life.

Chess Grandmaster's Cheating Scandal Ordeal Revealed

In an explosive interview, chess streamer Daniel Naroditsky reveals his torment after being falsely accused of cheating, a scandal that took a devastating turn with his accuser's sudden death at 29. The full story of online bullying, mental health struggl

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