Tao: Today there are a lot of very tedious types of mathematics that we don’t like doing, so we look for clever ways to get ...

Over the last few centuries, behavioral psychologists have documented all kinds of ways of modifying our actions and the ...

To move its own pieces, a motorized mechanism beneath the board guides an electromagnet along the underside. When activated, ...

Framed as a sports tale, “Queen of Chess,” directed by Rory Kennedy, recounts the life of Judit Polgar, who battled sexism as much as rival players. By Alissa Wilkinson When you purchase a ticket for ...

At the Hungarian national chess tournament in 1991, Judit Polgár had to choose a strategy: Play for a draw against Tibor Tolnai and thus gain enough points to make history. Or abandon caution, follow ...

At a private home in Park City, Utah, Alec Baldwin sat across a chess board from Judit Polgár – he sighted, she blindfolded. Despite the visual disadvantage, it didn’t take long for Polgár to ...

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The makers of a smart Rubik's Cube-like puzzle have upped the ante with their game technology with a special-edition Harry Potter-themed chess board, complete with character pieces. But can AI help ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The arrangement of the 32 pieces on a standard chess board has ...

Charcuterie boards are here to stay and with good reason. During the holidays, they are a great way to both impress and feed your party guests. It’s easier than you think to put together a visually ...

Most people have amassed a shelf full of board games somewhere in their home, with new additions occasionally joining the collection on birthdays and holidays. But what if the next game you buy is the ...

Charleston resident Richard Doneghy has visited nearly 40 countries. Everywhere he goes, from Paris to Prague, he looks for a chess board. “That’s how I make friends when I travel around the world,” ...