especially in the middlegame and endgame. Humans traditionally viewed the king as a piece to hide, castling early and keeping it safe behind pawns. Chess programs, however, treat the king as a ...

"Ding seemed to have a risk-free chance to push for a win but instead liquidated into a pawn-down endgame," Chess.com wrote ...

Host Sue Perkins does her best to give it "warm, 'Bake-Off' vibes" and the 12 contestants have clearly been chosen for their ...

Bobby Fischer sparked American chess interest; today, the Saint Louis Chess Club hosts top U.S. players in a significant tournament.

While chess is often considered a serious game, it can also be fun and artistic. The World Chess Hall of Fame’s new exhibit, Paws and Pawns: Exploring Animal Chess Sets, on view January 30 through ...