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Interview with Bernice Wumbui - 12 year old chess prodigy from Kenya

Bernice Wambui is Kenya 2022 Chess Open Champion. She's also the Gift of Chess Global Youth Ambassador, AFI Child Ambassador to the United Nations and UNICEF Kenya Voice of Children Ambassador.  Did we forget to mention she is just 12?  Bernice believes chess is not just a game, it's a tool for education.

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Interview with Farouq Nasir - 11 year old chess prodigy from Nigeria

 Nasir is only 11 years old. He moved from Nigeria to the United Kingdom with his family early last year to seek better life and opportunities for chess. Before he left, he planned to conquer Nigeria and Africa in chess. His relocation only meant a change in plan. Conquer Wales, then the United Kingdom, then Europe and maybe the world.

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Opening Master recommends: 7 Best chess movies of all times.

Watching chess movies can be a great way to experience the beauty and complexity of the game of chess. These movies not only showcase the strategic and tactical elements of the game, but also the human drama that often accompanies it.

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KING DING - Story of first Chinese World Chess Champion and what effect it will have on Chinese chess

Ding Liren wins World Chess Championship Match 2023! After 14 classical games of the match finished in a tie with the score of 7-7, the 2023 World Chess Championship advanced to the tiebreaks. Ding Liren won the thrilling 4-game rapid mini match with a victory in the last game to become the 17th World Chess Champion! Congratulations! -- International Chess Federation

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Women in Chess: A Journey from History to Contemporary Grandmasters

The history of chess can be traced back over a millennium, with its roots in India before spreading to Persia and beyond. As the game evolved and gained popularity, so too did the participation of women, albeit at a slower pace due to various societal factors. Today, there is a growing recognition of the importance of gender equality in chess, as women continue to make their mark on the game. This article will explore the history of women in chess, the challenges they have faced, and the modern-day successes of female grandmasters. It will also discuss the story of Laszlo Polgar and his daughters, as well as the work of the FIDE Commission for Women’s Chess on promoting women in chess.

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Why London Chess Conference was very important and what conclusions were reached

A Heartfelt Thank You to the London Chess Conference 2023.  Last weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the London Chess Conference, an event that brought together chess enthusiasts, educators, and industry professionals from around the globe. Organized under the leadership of the International Chess Federation Education Commission (FIDE EDU), Chess in Schools and Communities (CSC), European Chess Union (ECU), and ChessPlus, the conference proved to be an inspiring and insightful experience for everyone in attendance.

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