US chess star Daniel Naroditsky confronted multiple, unfounded cheating allegations from a Russian opponent before his passing at 29
Daniel Naroditsky’s Untimely Passing Sparks Controversy A young American chess grandmaster has passed away at 29, leaving behind a legacy marred by a contentious rivalry. He had accused his opponent of cheating, and now, a claim has surfaced linking his death to this animosity. The Charlotte Chess Center announced Naroditsky’s unexpected death in Charlotte, North […]
Daniel Naroditsky, groundbreaking chess grandmaster, passes away at 29
Daniel Naroditsky, the prodigious chess player turned grandmaster, has passed away at just 29. He was instrumental in modernizing chess, using livestreams and online lessons to engage a new audience. Naroditsky gained a significant following on platforms like YouTube and Twitch, becoming a key figure in contemporary chess with countless viewers tuning into his instructional […]
Chess returns to Broadway 40 years after its first performance
Broadway’s “Chess” Makes a Comeback It’s all about the long haul! The cult classic musical “Chess,” which boasts a popular soundtrack featuring two members of ABBA, had a short run on Broadway with only 68 performances before closing in 1988. Now, nearly 40 years later, it is back in the spotlight. The revival’s box office […]
AJ Dillon joins NFL stars in charity chess tournament
AJ Dillon’s New Chapter with the Eagles AJ Dillon is excited about his new role with the Philadelphia Eagles, especially as he prepares for the upcoming season starting on September 4th. Having played his first five NFL seasons with the Green Bay Packers, he’s known for sharing the field with Aaron Jones. Unfortunately, Dillon had […]
ChatGPT was completely beaten in chess
OpenAI’s AI Faces Off Against Vintage Video Game An AI model from OpenAI recently faced off against a nearly 50-year-old video game, and it didn’t go well. Robert Caruso, a software engineer at Citrix, shared his experience on LinkedIn, revealing how he matched OpenAI’s ChatGPT against a chess emulator from the 1970s. Caruso stated, “ChatGPT […]
Chess champion Magnus Carlsen talks about the viral fist slam.
Magnus Carlsen’s Emotional Outburst at Norwegian Chess Tournament Chess Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen made headlines last week after he visibly expressed frustration by slamming his fist during a match against Gkeshdmaraj at the Norwegian Chess 2025 tournament. This emotional scene quickly went viral. After the game, Carlsen waved off Domaraj and walked away, clearly upset. In […]
Chess: 2025 national solving championship now accepting entries from Britain
Annual Winton British Soliview Championship Puzzle This week’s puzzle offers Guardian readers the opportunity to engage in the annual national contest, which typically includes a variety of performances. The diagram shows the white pieces making their usual moves on the board, with a checkmate in two against the black defense. The puzzle marks the beginning […]
Magnus Carlsen vs. The World: chess champion’s 46-day match concludes without a winner
Surprising Draw in Online Chess Showdown At first glance, it seemed almost unfair. Yet, after 46 days, the online freestyle chess match between Norwegian Grand Master Magnus Carlsen and 143,000 players worldwide concluded unexpectedly in a draw. Still, Carlsen found solace in having faced off against a large number of competitors in this unique format. […]
Chess: leading world champion Gukesh Dommaraju faces challenges in Bucharest
India’s world champion, Gukesh Domaraj, aimed for a strong comeback in Bucharest after a lackluster freestyle performance earlier in North Germany and Paris this spring. Unfortunately, the 18-year-old faced setbacks, falling to two French competitors, Maxim Vatierra Grabs. In this competition, he scored a notable win with 44 moves against Levon Aronian from the US, […]
Taliban Prohibits Chess in Afghanistan Due to Worries About Gambling
Taliban Bans Chess in Afghanistan Over Gambling Concerns The Taliban has decided to prohibit chess in Afghanistan, citing concerns that the game is associated with gambling. Alongside this ban, the Afghanistan National Chess Federation has also been suspended until further notice. The restriction will remain in place until chess is assessed for compatibility with Islamic […]