Tag: competition
Top chess player is back in competition after quitting over dress code
By Scott Neuman Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen is at the World Blitz Championship — a competition he has won seven times previously — after going head-to-head with organizers over his refusal to change out of jeans in apparent violation of a strict dress code. Carlsen, from Norway, is the world’s top chess player. He quit…
The 2024 Red Bull Batalla International Final
The 2024 Red Bull Batalla International Final, held on November 30 at Madrid’s WiZink Center, was marred by an unprecedented controversy due to a voting error by the jury during the final battle between Spanish MCs Chuty and Gazir.
The U.S. Seeks to Rein in Google’s Monopoly:
The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed radical measures to curb Google’s dominance in the search and online advertising market.
Real Estate Market Outlook for 2025: Trends and Expectations
The Spanish real estate market is poised for sustained growth in 2025. Housing prices are expected to continue rising, driven by demand that could exceed 666,000 property transactions. Experts highlight intense competition and growth supported by lower mortgage rates.
Toni Bou Returns to Pamplona for the Final Round of the Trial World Championship
Spanish trial rider Toni Bou will participate in the final round of the Trial World Championship, to be held at the Navarra Arena in Pamplona on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Having recently secured his 36th world title, Bou returns to the Navarrese capital aiming to conclude the season with a victory.
Mireia Belmonte Returns to Competition at the Spanish Winter Championships
Renowned Spanish swimmer Mireia Belmonte has announced her return to the pool after a two-year hiatus due to a chronic shoulder injury. She will make her comeback at the Spanish Winter Championships, held at Madrid’s M86 pool from November 14 to 17, 2024.