Chess: Understanding Tactics with Mittens and Beyond
Chess has been around for centuries and is a beloved game for many people around the world. On February 24, 2022, however, a new challenger was presented in the form of an online bot known as Mittens. This bot, which has an avatar of a cuddly, big-eyed kitten, has quickly become a sensation and has […]
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Mittens Takes the Chess World by Storm
Online bots have been a major part of the Chess.com experience, providing users with an easy to use platform and a variety of levels for training and instruction.[0] But, the recent fame of the viral bot “Mittens” has taken the chess world by storm. Despite having a relatively low ranking, the cuddly kitten avatar has […]
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Chess Fans Rejoice: Exciting Games, Record-Breaking Prize Pools, and More Coming in 2021
This year has been an exciting one for chess fans. Norwegian grandmaster Magnus Carlsen has solidified his status as one of the greatest players of all time, taking home his 15th World Championship title in both rapid and blitz chess.[0] Meanwhile, the Grand Chess Tour has a record-breaking $2 million prize pool, and “The Queen’s […]
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Celebrating Chess: Judit Polgar Inducted into World Chess Hall of Fame
Chess is often touted for its educational and developmental benefits, and for good reason; the game encourages problem-solving, focus, determination, and grit, all of which are key skills for success in both academics and life. This past Saturday, Judit Polgar, the strongest female chess player of all time, was inducted into the World Chess Hall […]
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Judit Polgar to be Inducted into World Chess Hall of Fame during 6th Annual Strategy Across the Board Gala
The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) is excited to announce that the great Judit Polgar of Hungary will be inducted into the Hall of Fame during the 6th annual Strategy Across the Board Gala on December 3, 2022.[0] Recognized as one of the strongest chess players of all time, Polgar has broken barriers and […]
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Judit Polgar Inducted Into World Chess Hall of Fame, Highlighting Educational Benefits of Chess
The World Chess Hall of Fame recently inducted chess grandmaster Judit Polgar of Hungary into its ranks. As one of the most decorated and strongest chess players of all time, Polgar has broken numerous records and barriers throughout her career.[0] The induction ceremony took place at the 6th Annual Strategy Across the Board Gala hosted […]
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Celebrating Judit Polgar’s Induction into the World Chess Hall of Fame
The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) recently inducted Judit Polgar of Hungary, the strongest female chess player of all time, into their Hall of Fame during the 6th Annual Strategy Across the Board Gala hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club and World Chess Hall of Fame on December 3, 2022.[0] Polgar has broken […]
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The World Chess Hall of Fame Recognizes the Benefits of Chess Education
The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF) recently inducted Judit Polgar of Hungary into the Hall of Fame on Saturday, December 3, 2022.[0] Polgar is widely regarded as the strongest female chess player of all time and is renowned for breaking barriers and records in the game.[0] This induction was part of the 6th Annual […]
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Celebrating the Induction of Strongest Chess Player Judit Polgar at the 6th Annual Strategy Across the Board Gala
The World Chess Hall of Fame is celebrating the induction of one of the most decorated and strongest chess players of all time, Judit Polgar, on Saturday, December 3, 2022. This induction is part of the 6th Annual Strategy Across the Board Gala hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club and the World Chess Hall […]
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Celebrating the Induction of Judit Polgar into the World Chess Hall of Fame: The Educational Benefits of Chess
The World Chess Hall of Fame recently inducted Judit Polgar of Hungary into their hall of fame during the 6th Annual Strategy Across the Board Gala hosted by the Saint Louis Chess Club and the World Chess Hall of Fame. Polgar is widely recognized as one of the strongest female chess players of all time […]
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