The 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament is now underway in Cyprus, and the chess world is abuzz with excitement. This is the tournament that will crown the challenger to the reigning…

Castling is generally the king's best insurance policy. It puts him in a safe place behind the pawns, and the rook gets to join the action for a change. However,…

Many parents are concerned about what activities can help their child stand out for university admissions. Among the few activities that help students improve their academic performance, discipline, leadership skills,…

We all know that chess is good for mind, but is it also a game against time? Neurodegenerative diseases are a group of conditions where brain cells degenerate over time.…

In 2026, the age of top-tier chess players will continue to decline rapidly, and Kushal Jakhria, a young prodigy, will be leading the pack in England. Kushal’s life, from being…

History was made in Weissenhaus, Germany, in February 2026, as the first official FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship took place with a joint effort between FIDE and Freestyle Chess. This…

Competing in a chess tournament is a totally different from playing online or casual games. The pressure is higher. The games are longer. The margin for error is smaller. The…

You might think that chess is only for grown-ups who take it seriously. Well, think again! Let me introduce you to Noah Lucas Palcis, a 7-year-old boy from Angeles City…

If you’ve been playing chess for a certain period of time, you’ve likely observed that checkmates tend to follow predictable patterns such as a ladder’s mate. These mating patterns are…

Well, as a beginner to intermediate player, you understand how pieces move and what objectives are required after in this game such as strategies, tactics etc. However, in this stage,…