Best Chess Blogs, News Sites and Creators to Follow
The original author became interested in chess after watching Magnus Carlsen play Sergey Karjakin in the 2016 World Championship match on Norwegian television. Chessbrah, Eric…
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Pros and Cons: Chess.com vs Lichess.org (Personal Review)
Chess.com and Lichess.org: The two biggest platforms for online chess. I’ve probably spent more than 200 hours on each of these platforms over the last…
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Best Backgammon Books for Beginners: A Practical Reading Path
The best backgammon book for a beginner depends on what you already know. A true newcomer needs clear rules and basic checker play. A player…
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How to Find a Good Chess Coach: A Practical Guide
The original author hired three very different chess coaches over about a year: an online coach from the Philippines rated around 2000, a local coach…
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How to Choose a Wooden Backgammon Set That Lasts
The best wooden backgammon set is one you will still enjoy using after hundreds of games. Look for a flat board, reliable hinges, clear points,…
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Best Chess Books for Beginners Up to 1500 Rating
The best chess books for beginners up to about 1500 rating teach patterns, calculation and endgames—not long opening variations. Rating systems differ between platforms and…
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7 Environmental Board Games Worth Playing
Environmental board games work best when the ecological theme affects the decisions, not merely the artwork. The strongest options below approach climate action, habitats, forests,…
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A Look Behind Monkey News by Karl Pilkington (Fact Checks)
Karl Pilkington, Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant: Probably the most iconic trio in the modern British humor culture. One of their most popular projects is…
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Wooden Chess Sets: Materials and Buying Guide
A good wooden chess set has clear pieces, a flat board, stable construction and materials whose origin the seller can explain. Expensive wood or a…
