Chess looking for new audiences with Esports World Cup looming
Chess is getting ready to make its foray into Esports with teams recruiting top players ahead of this summer's Esports World ...
How a random chess variant won over the world’s best players
The majestic Weissenhaus estate has been owned by nobles, survived a devastating fire and hosted world leaders. Its striking ...
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Carlsen says he can't beat his phone in chess, explains not playing against engines: 'They make me feel stupid'
The five-time world champion recently appeared on Joe Rogan’s YouTube show where he touched upon various subjects. One of the things that he talked about on the show was how powerful some of the ...
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Missouri House puts takeover of St. Louis police on fast track
In addition, the citizen commissioners would be required to live within the city of St. Louis or would need to be a “bona fide business owner” of a business located within 50 miles of the city ...
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Magnus Carlsen mocks FIDE over jeans controversy in video announcing Team Liquid collaboration
Magnus Carlsen has hit back at the International Chess Federation, FIDE, once again, but subtly with his explosive comments in a video announcing him joining the esports giant, Team Liquid. The ...
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Bored with chess, the world’s top player wants to remake the game
Chess professionals and influencers have built millions-strong followings on YouTube and Twitch ... The federation, known by its French acronym, FIDE, last month accused Freestyle Chess of ...