For White, who possesses the advantage of the first move, hypermodern openings offer a unique blend of flexibility and strategic depth.

Newcomers to chess should consider learning the following openings to ensure they get off to a good start as both White and ...

Even for someone who’s super smart, becoming a skilled chess player requires lots and lots of practice. By the same token, practice isn’t everything. New research in the journal Proceedings of the ...

An unorthodox chess move known as the "Bongcloud" has surged in popularity after reigning world chess champion Magnus Carlsen used it in a competitive match on March 15, amusing spectators and his ...