The price of a barrel of Azeri Light…

The price of a barrel of Azeri Light crude oil fell $0.54 to stand at $47.37 on the world markets. On NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange) cost of the US Light crude oil increased $0.28 to stand at $45.63. Price of the Brent crude oil at the London ICE (InterContinental Exchange Futures) rose $0.32 to trade at $48.10.

Round 5 – World Chess Olympiad

Ukraine continued the victorious run by scoring against another heavyweight - the defending champion China. The key game was Kryvoruchko's win against Yu Yangyi, where the remaining boards were drawn. Netherlands scored a lucky win against Belarus, as Kirill Stupak lost his way in a sharp position with an extra rook. USA started with two early wins against Serbia, by Nakamura and Wesley So, and later Caruana escaped against Ivanisevic to close the score on 3-1 in favor of his team. India ended Azerbaijan's winning streak as Mammadyarov and Naiditsch recorded first loses after 4 consecutive wins. On the other side of the table, Vidit Gujrathi won 5th game in a row. The overall score is 3-1 in favour of India. By the same result Czech Republic, Turkey and Russia defeated Slovenia, Mongolia and Egypt, respectively. Inspired Georgia demolished Spain 3,5-0,5. Noting the upsets of the round, Canada beat Cuba 3-1, Latvia defeated Hungary and Paraguay stunned France. Azerbaijan 2 crushed Turkmenistan 4-0, with wins of Durarbayli, Abasov, Huseynov and Guliyev. Azerbaijan 3 lost to Zimbabwe with a consoling win of Vugar Asadli on the top board. Wednesday is a rest day and top round 6 pairings are India-Netherlands, USA-Ukraine, Czech Republic-Georgia, Greece-Azerbaijan 1, Canada-Belarus. In the Women section 27th seed Serbia was on the verge of sensational win against the 2nd seed Ukraine, but sisters Muzychuk managed to escape from bad positions and secure a 3-1 Ukrainian victory. Russia walked past Kazakhstan 3,5-0,5 and Romania defeated Israel in a tightly contested match. Azerbaijan pulled up a huge 3-1 victory against the higher rated Germany. The win was clinched on the lower boards by WGM Mammadova and WFM Hojjatova. WGM Mammadyarova and WGM Mammadzada drew their games. China easily defeated Italy 3-1, including a beautiful win by world champion Hou Yifan, who recovered after the yesterday's shocking loss. Lithuania took an early lead with Daulyte's win against Krush, but USA struck back and won 2,5-1,5. Vietnam was leading against India, however in one of the longest games of the day Padmini Rout equalized for the 5th seed. Azerbaijan 2 tied Spain: Turkan Mammadyarova lost to higher rated Sabrina Vega, and Ulviyya Fataliyeva held the balance on the 3rd board. Azerbaijan 3 lost 1-3 to Turkmenistan. Top round 6 pairings are Ukraine-Russia, Romania-China, Kazakhstan-Hungary, Georgia-Azerbaijan, Poland-Vietnam.

Japan to develop AI applications on public…

Japan's Riken research institute, along with over 20 other companies, have created a joint platform to develop applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of medicine, industry and infrastructure, according to EFE Agency. The Centre for Advanced Integrated Intelligence Research, which will receive state funding of $99.7 million during the next financial year, will open its doors on September 1 in Tokyo. It will include the participation of leading Japanese automaker Toyota Motor as well as other tech giants, including Sony and NEC, along with other large Japanese firms and start-ups, the University of Tokyo and Kyoto University. The centre aims to develop AI systems that will be able to solve specific problems involving large amounts of analyzed data. One of the specific fields of application is industrial manufacturing, in which Toyota and NEC will work on an AI technology to boost the efficiency of production lines through the analysis of details of the process missed by human workers. In the field of medicine, Sony's scientific research wing is developing an AI system to recommend personalised treatments to patients after comparing their medical records with all clinical studies available. The two projects will be backed by the new public-private platform, with the participating companies too contributing significant funding, apart from providing specialized human and other resources to the centre.

Armenian armed units continue violating ceasefire

The Armenian armed units shattered ceasefire with Azerbaijan a total of 13 times throughout the day, Azerbaijan`s Defense Ministry said. Armenian armed forces subjected to fire the positions of the Azerbaijani Armed Forces located in nameless hills in Ijevan region, Aygepar village in Berd region and nameless hills in Krasnoselsk region subjected to fire the positions of the Azerbaijani Armed Forces located at the unnamed hills in Tovuz and Gadabay regions. The ceasefire was also violated in Sarijali village in Agdam region, Horadiz, Gorgan and Garakhanbeyli villages in Fuzuli region, as well as in nameless hills in Goronboy region.

7,000 PKK terrorists have been killed?!

At least 11 police officers were martyred Friday when PKK terrorists detonated a bomb-laden car near a security checkpoint in the southeastern Turkish province of Sirnak, the regional governor's office has said, according to Anadolu Agency. According to the Sirnak Governor’s Office, three further officers succumbed to their wounds in hospital, bringing the death toll to 11. Following the attack, Health Minister Recep Akdag had told reporters in Istanbul that the blast injured over 70 people, leaving some in a critical condition. Security sources said earlier that the terror attack targeted the checkpoint some 50 meters from riot police unit headquarters in Sirnak's Cizre town. The blast caused extensive damage to the police building. Nearby houses and workplaces were also damaged. Security forces are currently searching for the perpetrators. Meanwhile, Turkey’s Radio and Television Supreme Council has banned all broadcasts about the deadly attack in the interest of public safety and an ongoing police investigation. The PKK -- also listed as a terrorist organization by the U.S. and the EU -- resumed its 30-year armed campaign against the Turkish state in July 2015. Since then, more than 600 security personnel have been martyred and more tha

Oil prices rose again on the world markets

On NYMEX (New York Mercantile Exchange) cost of the US Light crude oil increased $0.56 to stand at $47.33. Price of the Brent crude oil at the London ICE (InterContinental Exchange Futures) rose $0.62 to trade at $49.67. The price of a barrel of Azeri Light crude oil increased $0.91 to stand at $50.72 on the world markets

Turkish Festival opens in US

The 14th Annual Turkish Festival started today in Chicago. It features demonstrations of art, dance, music and much more, where Chicagoans will get the opportunity to experience, learn and savor Turkish hospitality, culture, heritage and cuisine. Live performances at the Daley Plaza stage. Without leaving the comfort of the Daley Plaza, guests will visit and enjoy various regions of Turkey together with the participants from Turkey and Turkish-Americans living in culturally diverse community of Chicago. Guests will be able to browse through and buy Turkish products, souvenirs, art and handicrafts, find travel information, participate in activities for children, view many authentic demonstrations and performances, sample Turkish cuisine, and much more.

According to Reuters…

A Thai military helicopter that went missing on Sunday crashed in bad weather in northern Thailand, killing all five people on board, the army said on Monday, according to Reuters. Poor visibility due to the weather may have caused the crash, said Somsak, who is commander of the Third Area Army overseeing Thailand's north. The UH-72 light helicopter went down in Chiang Mai, near Thailand's highest mountain, he said. It was returning to base in Phitsanuloke from a flood mission near the border with Myanmar. The others on board were two pilots and two mechanics, Somsak said.

The CAS’s decision on the appeal filed by the Russian Paralympic

Russia’s Paralympic Committee (RPC) has filed an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against a decision to ban the team to compete at the Rio Olympics, according to TASS. "Chairman of the RPC Executive Committee and RPC First Vice-President Pavel Rozhkov has said he sent an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport on August 15 in compliance with an arbitration agreement approved between the RPC and the International Paralympic Committee," the press office said. The CAS’s decision on the appeal filed by the Russian Paralympic Committee is expected by August 22 midnight, the press office said. "The sitting is scheduled for August 21, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro," the RPC press office said. "The resolutive part of the CAS’s decision will be announced before August 22 midnight." The RPC announced on Wednesday night that it had entered an arbitrary deal with the International Paralympic Committee on filing a lawsuit with the Swiss-based CAS against the blanket ban of Russian Paralympians from 2016 Rio.

According to Anadolu Agency…

Galatasaray beat Besiktas 3-0 in a penalty shoot-out Saturday after a 1-1 draw, to add another Turkish Super Cup to its collection, according to Anadolu Agency. The match in Konya saw two Istanbul giants open the season in a battle for one of Turkey's prestigious cups. Besiktas, winners of the 2015-2016 league campaign, began the match by testing its arch-rival's defense on several occasions. The team found numerous opportunities to go in front but Galatasaray's Uruguayan goalkeeper, Fernando Muslera, had other ideas, leading to a scoreless first half. The other side of halftime began as Besiktas kept up the attack on Galatasaray’s goal, with forward Cenk Tosun missing a clear chance on goal in the 54th minute. But with an unlucky Besiktas side missing chances, the Turkish Cup winners also failed to seize its opportunities to take the lead. In the 72nd minute, Galatasaray's flamboyant left-winger Armindo Bruma dribbled past defenders but his cross was caught and held by goalkeeper Tolga Zengin. Besiktas, again in the 88th and 90th minutes, was unable to convert chances, ending regular time with a goal. In the extra time, thanks to a classy cross from Wesley Sneijder, defender Hakan Balta made the most of his opportunity to shine for Galatasaray with a header in the 100th minute, into Besiktas' net. It was all Galatasaray needed but it was unable to hold onto the lead when in the 107th minute, defender Aurelien Chedjou scored the equalized with an own goal. In the penalty kick phase, Galatasaray made successfully converted three straight kicks, while Besiktas fell short on each try. With the victory, Galatasaray secured its fifth Turkish Super Cup in the team’s last seven occasions. The Lions also have bagged 10 of the last 15 local cups in Turkey.