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Russia-Ukraine war in maps and charts: Live Tracker

The Russian offensive enters its 215th day, we track where battles are taking place and the human cost of war.

Chess champion Magnus Carlsen accuses Hans Niemann of cheating

Allegation comes after Carlsen withdrew from the Sinquefield Cup in the US after losing to Niemann.

2018 World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships - Rapid Open - Saint Petersburg, Russia - December 26, 2018. Magnus Carlsen of Norway sits in front of a chess board before a game. REUTERS/Anton Vaganov