#chess
#chess

English Premier League

Manx Liberty's wildcards deliver in style to regain British team chess crown

The 2024-25 4NCL season showcased rich competition culminating in a rare 4-4 draw but was won by Manx Liberty prior to the final round.

#eberechi-eze

English Premier League

Eze does it: England footballer wins celebrity chess tournament

Eberechi Eze wins a celebrity chess tournament after strong performance in FA Cup, demonstrating his skills in both football and chess.

fromwww.bbc.com

English Premier League

'He can do it all' - Palace's Eze wins chess tournament

Eberechi Eze won an online chess tournament after leading Crystal Palace to the FA Cup final.

English Premier League

Eze does it: England footballer wins celebrity chess tournament

Eberechi Eze wins a celebrity chess tournament after strong performance in FA Cup, demonstrating his skills in both football and chess.

fromwww.bbc.com

English Premier League

'He can do it all' - Palace's Eze wins chess tournament

Eberechi Eze won an online chess tournament after leading Crystal Palace to the FA Cup final.

more#eberechi-eze

#bbc

UK news

Chess returns to the screen on Monday with Chess Masters: The Endgame

The Master Game revolutionized chess broadcasting in the UK and launched talents like Tony Miles and Nigel Short.

1 week ago

Board games

BBC Two's Chess Masters: The Endgame divides opinions as winner is crowned

The BBC Two show 'Chess Masters: The Endgame' has sparked debate among viewers and experts but enjoyed decent viewership during its run.

UK news

Chess returns to the screen on Monday with Chess Masters: The Endgame

The Master Game revolutionized chess broadcasting in the UK and launched talents like Tony Miles and Nigel Short.

1 week ago

Board games

BBC Two's Chess Masters: The Endgame divides opinions as winner is crowned

The BBC Two show 'Chess Masters: The Endgame' has sparked debate among viewers and experts but enjoyed decent viewership during its run.

Champion Magnus Carlsen Rocked The Chess World By Refusing To Take Off His Jeans

Magnus Carlsen challenged FIDE's strict dress code, leading to a controversial fine and eventual softening of the rules.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship after refusing to change out of jeans

Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the World Rapid Chess Championship over a dress code dispute, prioritizing principle over competition.

Miscellaneous

The wrong trousers: how sporting dress codes can create an image problem | Emma John

Magnus Carlsen's disqualification from a chess tournament due to jeans highlights a controversial dress code and the sport's struggle with image.

The incident prompted a reevaluation of dress standards in chess competitions.

Board games

Chess: Carlsen scores record nine out of nine at Grenke Freestyle Open

Magnus Carlsen won all nine games at the Grenke Freestyle Open, marking a historic achievement in chess.

Board games

Chess: Carlsen scores in Paris, leads Freestyle Grand Slam after two events

Magnus Carlsen won the Paris leg of the Freestyle Grand Slam by defeating Hikaru Nakamura, demonstrating patience and strategic skill.

Miscellaneous

Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen returns to a tournament after a dispute over jeans is resolved as he slams event organizers

Magnus Carlsen's return to the World Blitz Championship comes after the dress code was relaxed, allowing jeans to be worn with a jacket.

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fromKotaku

Champion Magnus Carlsen Rocked The Chess World By Refusing To Take Off His Jeans

Magnus Carlsen challenged FIDE's strict dress code, leading to a controversial fine and eventual softening of the rules.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship after refusing to change out of jeans

Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the World Rapid Chess Championship over a dress code dispute, prioritizing principle over competition.

Miscellaneous

The wrong trousers: how sporting dress codes can create an image problem | Emma John

Magnus Carlsen's disqualification from a chess tournament due to jeans highlights a controversial dress code and the sport's struggle with image.

The incident prompted a reevaluation of dress standards in chess competitions.

Board games

Chess: Carlsen scores record nine out of nine at Grenke Freestyle Open

Magnus Carlsen won all nine games at the Grenke Freestyle Open, marking a historic achievement in chess.

Board games

Chess: Carlsen scores in Paris, leads Freestyle Grand Slam after two events

Magnus Carlsen won the Paris leg of the Freestyle Grand Slam by defeating Hikaru Nakamura, demonstrating patience and strategic skill.

Miscellaneous

Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen returns to a tournament after a dispute over jeans is resolved as he slams event organizers

Magnus Carlsen's return to the World Blitz Championship comes after the dress code was relaxed, allowing jeans to be worn with a jacket.

more#magnus-carlsen

fromOpen Culture

Board games

The 1924 Soviet Chess Match Where The Chess Pieces Were Real Soldiers and Horses

A remarkable chess match in 1924 featured human beings as pieces, highlighting a unique promotional event in the USSR.

The match was designed to promote chess culture in the Soviet Union.

fromCornell Chronicle

OMG science

CHESS team rolls up their sleeves for spring tune-up | Cornell Chronicle

The spring downtime at CHESS is crucial for maintenance and innovation, enabling hands-on work that can't be done during regular operations.

#duolingo

fromEntrepreneur

Online learning

Duolingo Introduces a Chess Course for All Skill Levels | Entrepreneur

Duolingo is introducing a chess course aimed at beginners, promoting accessibility and engagement in the game.

fromEngadget

Board games

Duolingo will soon start offering chess lessons

Duolingo is adding chess lessons targeted at beginner and intermediate players to enhance accessibility and user engagement.

fromFast Company

Board games

Duolingo will start teaching chess soon

Duolingo is launching a chess course aimed at beginners to make the game more accessible and enjoyable.

fromThe Verge

Board games

Duolingo is getting a chess course

Duolingo is introducing a chess course aimed at making the game accessible to all skill levels.

Online learning

fromEntrepreneur

Duolingo Introduces a Chess Course for All Skill Levels | Entrepreneur

Duolingo is introducing a chess course aimed at beginners, promoting accessibility and engagement in the game.

fromEngadget

Board games

Duolingo will soon start offering chess lessons

Duolingo is adding chess lessons targeted at beginner and intermediate players to enhance accessibility and user engagement.

fromFast Company

Board games

Duolingo will start teaching chess soon

Duolingo is launching a chess course aimed at beginners to make the game more accessible and enjoyable.

fromThe Verge

Board games

Duolingo is getting a chess course

Duolingo is introducing a chess course aimed at making the game accessible to all skill levels.

more#duolingo

#design

Board games

This Limited-Edition Museum-Worthy Chess Set Represents The Symbolic Battle Of Light & Darkness - Yanko Design

Taras Yoom's chess set showcases the struggle between light and darkness, merging artistry with profound philosophical themes.

Board games

CHECKMATE: ROLLS-ROYCE REDEFINES THE ANCIENT GAME OF KINGS - Yanko Design

The Rolls-Royce Chess Set fuses luxury, craftsmanship, and functionality, elevating the traditional game of chess into an extraordinary experience.

Board games

This Limited-Edition Museum-Worthy Chess Set Represents The Symbolic Battle Of Light & Darkness - Yanko Design

Taras Yoom's chess set showcases the struggle between light and darkness, merging artistry with profound philosophical themes.

Board games

CHECKMATE: ROLLS-ROYCE REDEFINES THE ANCIENT GAME OF KINGS - Yanko Design

The Rolls-Royce Chess Set fuses luxury, craftsmanship, and functionality, elevating the traditional game of chess into an extraordinary experience.

Chess-inspired Kish o Mat Ceramics Characterize the Game

Kish o Mat celebrates chess through Persian ceramics, blending art, history, and modern design.

fromFuncheap

1 month ago

San Francisco

Chess Night at Barebottle Brewery

Weekly chess night fosters inclusivity and community engagement for all skill levels.

#new-york-city

1 month ago

NYC parents

Exclusive | Parents push for chess to be included as a sport in NYC public schools

NYC parents advocate for chess to be recognized as a sport, emphasizing its educational benefits and inclusivity for students.

fromFastbreak On SI

Miscellaneous

Victor Wembanyama Asks Surprising Question On Social Media After Spurs-Nets Game

Victor Wembanyama prioritizes intellectual interests like chess over partying, demonstrating his maturity as a young athlete.

Wembanyama seeks to engage with local culture while visiting New York City, emphasizing his character.

1 month ago

NYC parents

Exclusive | Parents push for chess to be included as a sport in NYC public schools

NYC parents advocate for chess to be recognized as a sport, emphasizing its educational benefits and inclusivity for students.

fromFastbreak On SI

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Victor Wembanyama Asks Surprising Question On Social Media After Spurs-Nets Game

Victor Wembanyama prioritizes intellectual interests like chess over partying, demonstrating his maturity as a young athlete.

Wembanyama seeks to engage with local culture while visiting New York City, emphasizing his character.

Boris Spassky, Soviet chess champion and Cold War symbol, dies at 88

Boris Spassky, iconic Soviet-era chess grandmaster, has died at 88, known for losing to Bobby Fischer in a pivotal Cold War chess match.

World news

Boris Spassky, Soviet chess champion who lost Cold War-era match to Bobby Fischer, dies at 88

Boris Spassky, a legendary chess champion, recently passed away, leaving an enduring legacy marked by his iconic match against Bobby Fischer.

Russian chess grandmaster Boris Spassky, dies aged 88

Boris Spassky, the tenth world chess champion and iconic player, has died at 88, leaving a lasting legacy in chess history.

Boris Spassky, Chess Champion Who Lost Match of the Century,' Dies at 88

Boris Spassky, renowned chess champion, died at 88, remembered for his impactful career despite overshadowing by Bobby Fischer in the historic 1972 match.

fromtime.com

World politics

Soviet Chess Champion Boris Spassky Dies at 88

Boris Spassky, renowned chess champion who lost to Bobby Fischer in 1972, died at 88, leaving a significant legacy in chess history.

fromeuronews

Russo-Ukrainian War

Soviet chess champion Boris Spassky dies at 88

Boris Spassky, a legendary Soviet chess champion, has died at 88, remembered for his iconic match with Bobby Fischer that symbolized Cold War tensions.

Board games

fromWashington Post

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Boris Spassky, Soviet chess champion and Cold War symbol, dies at 88

Boris Spassky, iconic Soviet-era chess grandmaster, has died at 88, known for losing to Bobby Fischer in a pivotal Cold War chess match.

World news

Boris Spassky, Soviet chess champion who lost Cold War-era match to Bobby Fischer, dies at 88

Boris Spassky, a legendary chess champion, recently passed away, leaving an enduring legacy marked by his iconic match against Bobby Fischer.

Russian chess grandmaster Boris Spassky, dies aged 88

Boris Spassky, the tenth world chess champion and iconic player, has died at 88, leaving a lasting legacy in chess history.

Boris Spassky, Chess Champion Who Lost Match of the Century,' Dies at 88

Boris Spassky, renowned chess champion, died at 88, remembered for his impactful career despite overshadowing by Bobby Fischer in the historic 1972 match.

fromtime.com

World politics

Soviet Chess Champion Boris Spassky Dies at 88

Boris Spassky, renowned chess champion who lost to Bobby Fischer in 1972, died at 88, leaving a significant legacy in chess history.

fromeuronews

Russo-Ukrainian War

Soviet chess champion Boris Spassky dies at 88

Boris Spassky, a legendary Soviet chess champion, has died at 88, remembered for his iconic match with Bobby Fischer that symbolized Cold War tensions.

more#boris-spassky

Artificial intelligence

fromFuturism

fromHarvard Business Review

The Smarter AI Gets, the More It Start Cheating When It's Losing

AI models can exploit cybersecurity weaknesses independently, reflecting ethical concerns in their development.

#strategy

Business intelligence

Can You Tell a Genius Strategy from a Huge Mistake?

Chess player's ratings can often be deciphered through a deep analysis of move patterns, showcasing the game's inherent complexities.

fromHarvard Business Review

8 months ago

Music

Chess players, from orbiting cosmonauts to the Wu-Tang Clan in pictures

Chess serves as a powerful metaphor for seduction and strategy in culture and film.

Business intelligence

Can You Tell a Genius Strategy from a Huge Mistake?

Chess player's ratings can often be deciphered through a deep analysis of move patterns, showcasing the game's inherent complexities.

8 months ago

Music

Chess players, from orbiting cosmonauts to the Wu-Tang Clan in pictures

Chess serves as a powerful metaphor for seduction and strategy in culture and film.

more#strategy

fromFast Company

Miscellaneous

Chess.com is thinking three moves ahead with its friends and family subscription

Chess.com has introduced a Friends and Family subscription plan which offers discounts for groups, fostering loyalty and value for players.

fromArs Technica

OMG science

Complexity physics finds crucial tipping points in chess games

Chess gameplay can be analyzed as a decision tree to identify tipping points that significantly affect match outcomes.

#gukesh-dommaraju

Miscellaneous

Youngest world chess champion Gukesh returns to hero's welcome in India

Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest World Chess Champion at 18, receiving a rousing welcome back in Chennai.

fromwww.dw.com

Miscellaneous

India's Gukesh becomes world's youngest chess champion DW 12/12/2024

Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest chess champion in history at age 18, defeating Ding Liren in a historic match.

Black Lives Matter

India's Gukesh beats China's Ding to become youngest chess world champion

Gukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest undisputed chess world champion at 18 years old, defeating Ding Liren in Singapore.

Miscellaneous

Gukesh Dommaraju, 18, becomes youngest chess world champion in history

Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest world chess champion at 18, defeating Ding Liren in a gripping 7-6 final.

Miscellaneous

Ding hangs on in nerve-shredding Game 13 draw with Gukesh as title tilt nears climax

Ding Liren and Gukesh Dommaraju are tied 6-6 in the World Chess Championship, leading to a decisive final game.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Gukesh and Ding Liren draw Game 4 of tied World Chess Championship final

The World Chess Championship final is currently tied at 2-2 between India's Gukesh Dommaraju and China's Ding Liren after four matches.

Miscellaneous

Youngest world chess champion Gukesh returns to hero's welcome in India

Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest World Chess Champion at 18, receiving a rousing welcome back in Chennai.

fromwww.dw.com

Miscellaneous

India's Gukesh becomes world's youngest chess champion DW 12/12/2024

Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest chess champion in history at age 18, defeating Ding Liren in a historic match.

Black Lives Matter

India's Gukesh beats China's Ding to become youngest chess world champion

Gukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest undisputed chess world champion at 18 years old, defeating Ding Liren in Singapore.

Miscellaneous

Gukesh Dommaraju, 18, becomes youngest chess world champion in history

Gukesh Dommaraju becomes the youngest world chess champion at 18, defeating Ding Liren in a gripping 7-6 final.

Miscellaneous

Ding hangs on in nerve-shredding Game 13 draw with Gukesh as title tilt nears climax

Ding Liren and Gukesh Dommaraju are tied 6-6 in the World Chess Championship, leading to a decisive final game.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Gukesh and Ding Liren draw Game 4 of tied World Chess Championship final

The World Chess Championship final is currently tied at 2-2 between India's Gukesh Dommaraju and China's Ding Liren after four matches.

more#gukesh-dommaraju

fromwww.cbc.ca

Toronto

This 12-year-old chess prodigy recently became Canada's youngest international master | CBC News

Aaron Mendes became the youngest Canadian international master at age 12, demonstrating exceptional talent and a deep commitment to chess.

fromwww.dw.com

fromBavarian Football Works

Miscellaneous

Chess: Germany's Keymer and the AI influence DW 01/09/2025

Vincent Keymer, at 20, aims to qualify for the 2026 Candidates Tournament after achieving an impressive world ranking of 20th.

Soccer (FIFA)

Michael Olise shares his great interest in chess, admits to losing streak against Kingsley Coman

Football is just one aspect of a player's life; personal interests like chess reveal deeper facets of their personality.

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Miscellaneous

Chess: jeans-clad Carlsen defies critics to share Blitz with Nepomniachtchi

Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the Blitz title at the World Rapid and Blitz Championships, a first in chess history.

fromZDNET

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Google's new AI tool lets you make chess as weird as you want it - for free

Google's GenChess empowers users to reinvent traditional chess pieces using AI technology and personalized text prompts.

Writing

6 months ago

Chess Piece: Kyla Zhao's New Novel for Young Readers

Kyla Zhao's novel addresses the gender biases in chess and aims to empower young female players facing similar challenges.

fromBronx Times

6 months ago

Education

Former South Bronx chess teacher publishes memoir, reflects on career that transformed young lives - Bronx Times

Teaching chess transformed MacEnulty's life and the lives of his South Bronx students, leading to lasting connections and personal growth.

Digital life

6 months ago

A Top Chess Player Is Disqualified After a Phone Is Found in a Bathroom Stall

Top chess player Kirill Shevchenko was expelled for suspected cheating using a phone during bathroom breaks.

Cheating claims in chess intensify as evidence mounts against players.

Miscellaneous

fromFuturism

7 months ago

Elon Musk Posts Bananas Rant About How Chess Is Stupid Because It Doesn't Have Space Lasers

Elon Musk believes chess is simplistic and unrealistic compared to the complexities of real life.

OMG science