Last year, my son joined the middle school chess club and began using me, a total novice, as his sparring partner. In chess, a player can choose from one of 20 opening moves, including moving a knight ...

Imagine a chessboard where the pieces move on their own, gliding across the squares with mechanical precision, as if guided by an invisible hand. It might sound like a scene from a futuristic movie, ...

Chess feels overwhelming at first, but a few principles make a huge difference. She breaks down five must know tips that help beginners stop blundering, build real plans, and improve fast. If you ...