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A major new chapter begins for one of the crown jewels of the international chess calendar. For the first time in thirteen years, Norway Chess is leaving its traditional home …

The official launch of the groundbreaking C.E.S.S. project – “Competences and Higher Education through Chess” took place yesterday at a major launching conference in Bucharest, marking a transformative milestone for …

The first stop of the 2026 Romania Grand Prix concluded this past weekend in spectacular fashion, cementing the circuit’s reputation as one of the most dynamic and well-organized chess festivals …

The opening leg of the 2026 Grand Chess Tour (GCT) concluded with a statement victory for American chess. Grandmaster Hans Niemann, appearing for the first time as a wildcard entry, …

On the evening of April 16, the Koubek Center became the epicenter of the chess world as the documentary ‘Madwoman’s Game’ made its highly anticipated world premiere at the 43rd …

A little-known German company has poured millions into elite chess. Its partners, business ties, and global footprint are drawing increasing scrutiny. After the ChessBase deal with Freedom Finance, another Germany-based …

In a move celebrating sporting excellence and national promise, the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy officially honoured Roman Dehtiarov with the prestigious “Future of Ukraine” award. This presidential distinction award …

The chess world is stunned after one of the most improbable underdog stories in the history of the game unfolded at the 2026 European Individual Chess Championship in Katowice, Poland! …

Norway Chess has officially closed a significant $10 million share issue, marking a major milestone in its quest to globalize the sport. The funding round, which values the company at …

The V Menorca Chess Open concluded today in Ciutadella, cementing its status as a premier destination on the international circuit. The festival, which ran from April 7–12, featured a unique …