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Chess 101
Beginner Chess Puzzles: Cracking the Code One Move at a Time
NM
December 10, 2024
What is a chess puzzle, and what are its types? This article aims to explain the concept and tricks behind...

Chess 101
Chess Points of Pieces: Why Your Queen is Basically a Ferrari
NM
December 9, 2024
Ever wondered why losing your queen feels like losing your favorite snack at a chess party? It’s all about the...

Chess 101
How to Avoid Stalemate in Chess: Turning Close Calls into Checkmate
NM
December 8, 2024
You’ve outplayed your opponent. Their king is limping across the board, their pieces are scattered, and victory feels inevitable. But...

Chess 101
The 10 Most Popular Opening Moves in Chess, Ranked From ‘Why?’ to ‘Wow!’
NM
December 6, 2024
Chess openings are a lot like pizza toppings, as there are plenty to choose from, but only a few are...

Puzzle
Chess puzzles for beginners: 11 valuable tips and examples
XB
January 6, 2024
Do you want to master the art of solving chess puzzles as a beginner? Rule number one: Always look for a check, or a capture, first. When you get better at puzzles, you will get better at chess.