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Playing lots of chess games is the best way to improve your game. There are many servers where you can meet opponents of all skill levels, day or night.
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Chess in schools: the last hope against France’s educational decline?
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Aug
Aug
By a chess enthusiast, observer of the educational world. Education is constantly evolving, always seeking new methods to stimulate and develop the skills of young minds. Recently, a bold proposal was put forward in France: introducing chess into primary schools. But why chess? And is it really the solution to today’s educational problems? Stéphane Demilly’s […]
Chess, Chess and Society, News, Non classé
Veil lifted: women chess players brave the silence and reveal a dark side of the community
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Aug
Aug
Voices Break the Silence: French Women Chess Players Denounce Unacceptable Abuse In an open letter published under the pseudonym “X,” around ten French women chess players have denounced acts of sexist and sexual violence that have long remained unspoken within the chess community. These courageous testimonies shed light on a serious problem within the chess […]
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Aug
Aug
Today, we’re going to explore a variant of chess that’s growing in popularity and promises to breathe new life into our age-old game: random chess. So, you might be wondering, “What is it?” and “Why should I care?”. Don’t worry, let’s dive straight in! 1. What exactly is random chess? Imagine for a moment that […]
Chess, Chess and Society, News, Non classé
Chess player, is your opponent secretly cheating? The 3 signs to watch out for!
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Chess, a game of strategy several centuries old, requires concentration, careful thought and honesty. However, as in many fields, some players seek an unfair advantage through cheating methods. For serious players, it’s essential to know these methods in order to spot them and preserve the integrity of the game. Here are three common cheating methods […]
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The role of memory in becoming a good chess player The chessboard, that 64-square battlefield where two opponents face off, is far more than a simple game of strategy. To become a master of the game, it isn’t enough to know the rules or to have a tactical mind. Memory plays a leading role in […]
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Chess, with its origins tracing back to the ancient Indian game of Chaturanga, has become a symbol of strategy, intelligence and sophistication. Over the centuries, this game has been adopted and adapted by different cultures, becoming a worldwide pastime for millions. But for some, chess is not just a game, it is also a form […]
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Chess in France: the 7 regions and cities where the game is a passion! According to public data and recent news, here is a ranking of the regions and cities in France that appear to have a significant number of registered chess players: Note: Paris, as the capital, also boasts an active chess scene with […]
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Jul
Jul
Backgammon, one of the oldest board games in the world, has travelled through the ages, cultures and continents. At first glance, it may seem like a simple dice game, but behind this façade lies a deep and nuanced strategy. In this article, we shall explore the duality of backgammon, between chance and tactics, and discover […]
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Chess, a game that transcends borders, has seen nations rise and dominate the world stage at different times. Here is a ranking of the countries that have left an indelible mark on the world of chess, based on the number of grandmasters: This ranking highlights the nations that have not only produced a great number […]