The game’s international federation, FIDE, has canceled a major Moscow tournament, among other steps to distance itself from Russia, where chess has deep roots. Elite players there have condemned the invasion.
Author: Michael Levenson
London Police Commissioner Announces Resignation
The commissioner, Cressida Dick, announced her resignation under pressure from the mayor over reports of bullying, misogyny and racism on the force.
What We Learned About Pegasus, the Smartphone Cracker
Israel used the NSO Group’s cyberweapon as a tool of diplomacy. The F.B.I. tested it for domestic surveillance. Then everything soured. Here are highlights of a New York Times Magazine investigation.
4 Dead in Brutal Cold at U.S. Border Are Believed to Be Human Smuggling Victims
The authorities believe a family of four, including an infant, froze to death in Manitoba, Canada. A Florida man, arrested while driving a van nearby, was charged with human smuggling.
World Junior Championship, a Showcase for Hockey’s Top Prospects, Is Canceled
The cancellation was an ominous sign for sports leagues, including the N.H.L. and the N.B.A., which have been struggling to maintain schedules.
Breast Implant Company’s Sponsorship of Women’s Chess Draws Backlash
The International Chess Federation’s partnership with Establishment Labs touched off criticism in the chess world, where women say they have long faced unequal treatment and misogyny.
As Covid Wave Pushes Up Demand, Costco Limits Purchases of Toilet Paper and Water
The retailer cited an uptick in demand because of the Delta variant and a shortage of truck drivers.
Evacuations From Kabul Wind Down as U.S. Prepares to Pull Last Troops
Hundreds of thousands of Afghans are still thought to be seeking to flee the country, but President Biden and other global leaders have acknowledged that many will not get out before the deadline.
Britain, France End Their Evacuations in Afghanistan
Evacuations are slowing as U.S. officials estimate that about 350 Americans are still trying to leave Afghanistan.
California’s State Capitol Resumes Masking After Outbreak
Most of the cases were confined to one Assembly office. Legislators and staff members must now wear masks at all times in the Capitol.