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Timur Gareyev was just moves into a world record 48-board simultaneous blindfold chess exhibition in Las Vegas when he decided to change tactics. “I was like, OK, I’m just going to try to go with the ...

India’s Gukesh Dommaraju created history by becoming the youngest-ever world champion in the history of chess. The 18-year-old, who defeated defending champion Ding Liren in the final game to win the ...

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The world’s top players explain how they break down the insane amount of information they pack into the heads in the heat of battle and beyond When R Praggnanandhaa walked in for a fan zone ...

Chess lessons might improve children’s behaviour, say researchers. The study, conducted by Aberdeen University staff, found that youngsters who started playing chess became mentally sharper and their ...

International Chess Day: Playing chess works wonders for your brain and makes you a happy person. An expert on how the game can boost memory and mental health. A game of chess can turn any dull day ...

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Research shows that crossword puzzles are effective in improving memory. (Getty Images) There is no reality check like telling someone the same story twice and not realizing it until they stop you ...