In the 1920s, Marcel Duchamp claimed to no longer be making art, and began to devote considerable time to chess. He’d grown up battling with his older brothers, Raymond and Jacques, and in his later ...

There are many chess robots, most of which require the human player to move the opposing pieces themselves, or have a built-in mechanism that can slide the opposing pieces around to their new ...

Part game, part sport — part home decor? Chess sets come in a range of designs from the museum-worthy to the utilitarian. That makes them a versatile holiday gift for anyone from a serious player to a ...

Chess set maker Ray Wainman with some of the sets that he has made. At 80 years young, Ray Wainman of Tarentaal Retirement Village is proving that creativity and craftsmanship only get better with age ...

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We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By James Austin James Austin is a writer covering games and hobbies, which means ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. It’s been nearly 30 years since chess champion Garry Kasparov ...