I am merely one episode into The Queen’s Gambit, which means I’m six episodes behind the rest of the world, but even one episode was enough to make a solid case that chess is cool, actually. It is a ...

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Your guide to getting started with chess, and the New York Times chess puzzle. By Isaac Aronow Chess is an ancient game that traces its roots back to India. Some strategies in today’s top tournaments ...

Chess has featured computerized elements for decades, but contemporary tech lets you play anyone from anywhere. The thinker's game has evolved a lot over the years, morphing from traditional analog ...

A longtime tradition in my family is fully underway: chess by mail. There's a chessboard on our dining room table. It's been there for months. This board mimics the one that's on the coffee table at ...