Exclusive | After Javokhir Sindarov’s World Cup glory, ‘closest friend’ Bibisara Assaubayeva reveals her own ‘unfinished task’

Uzbekistan’s 19-year-old Javokhir Sindarov made chess history by becoming the youngest FIDE World Cup champion, earning a spot in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Kazakhstan’s Grandmaster Bibisara Assaubayeva, a two-time World Blitz Champion, expressed immense pride in Sindarov’s achievement. Assaubayeva, who recently earned her GM title, now aims to qualify for the Women’s Candidates next year,…

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After Sindarov’s WC glory, ‘closest friend’ Assaubayeva reveals her ‘unfinished task’

Uzbekistan’s 19-year-old Javokhir Sindarov made chess history by becoming the youngest FIDE World Cup champion, earning a spot in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Kazakhstan’s Grandmaster Bibisara Assaubayeva, a two-time World Blitz Champion, expressed immense pride in Sindarov’s achievement. Assaubayeva, who recently earned her GM title, now aims to qualify for the Women’s Candidates next year,…

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Omnicom to slash 4,000 jobs: Media giant consolidates key agencies; AI disruption shapes industry landscape

Omnicom is laying off over 4,000 employees and merging several advertising brands following its $13 billion acquisition of Interpublic Group. This strategic move aims to enhance financial benefits and regain momentum amidst industry transformation driven by AI and fierce competition. The integration will see agencies like DDB and MullenLowe merge into TBWA, and FCB absorbed…

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