In April, at the age of 26, I learned how to play chess. I’d never played before, but I always thought it looked fun. I thought I’d never be able to understand the game in its full complexity, but I ...

Corrected: A previous version of this article referenced the International Chess Federation acronym as ICF. The acronym is FIDE. There are 25 million kids worldwide who play chess competitively, ...

In this video, we explore chess openings and how to study them. The content includes chess openings for beginners, such as the Sicilian, Caro Kann, Vienna, King's Gambit, and London Opening vs King's ...

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These five beginner chess tips cover everything new players struggle with most. From development to king safety to avoiding early blunders, each tip helps you win more games fast. Perfect for anyone ...

Chess is one of those games that are easy to learn and but difficult (or impossible) to master. Its rules are fairly simple, but devising optimal strategies and planning multiple moves at the same ...