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The Importance of Chess Literacy
We often talk about the importance of literacy in society. It is even a contentious issue in some countries… the right to learn to read. Obviously, it is essential to learn the rudiments of writing, reading and speaking. A person respected is one with measured words and a strong pen.…
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Championship Reflections by FM Steven Kawuma
Uganda’s Steven Kawuma (Photo by Daaim Shabazz) INTRODUCTION The African Individual Championships took place from 31/08/07 to 11/09/07 and had players from fourteen countries; Uganda, Egypt, Mozambique, Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Tunisia, Namibia, Botswana, Malawi, Nigeria, Angola and Sudan. Forty seven players took part in the open section. The biggest…
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Tactics Laboratory #9
Lightning Tactics from Thin Air Black to move and win! Also try out the “Chess Crackers” from African Championships
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2007 Jamaican Championship
FM Warren Elliott The 2007 edition of the Jamaican Championship has come down to the last three rounds. FM Warren Elliott leads the pack with +5 on 6½-1½. The four-time Jamaican champion was upset in the 8th round by Mikhail Solomon while Equitable Brown has won six consecutive games…
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Open Forum
This is a chance to discuss any chess topic (past or present) that you prefer. It was an exciting summer for chess and we are now in the midst of the World Chess Championship in Mexico. Lots to talk about. You can also post suggested topics and tell us what…
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2007 World Chess Championship (Mexico City)
The 2007 World Chess Championship has begun! The games started today and from all indications the games have started off with a fighting spirit… despite the draws. The field is as follows: Participants Viswanathan Anand (India 2792) Vladimir Kramnik (Russia 2769) Alexander Morozevich (Russia 2758) Peter Leko (Hungary 2751) Levon Aronian…
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Media Stories
DC Chess Event for Girls & Women
Save the date and register today for the “Yes, I Play Chess!” Events for Girls and Women. The intention is to teach girls and women to play chess. All are welcome to attend. The first “Yes, I Play Chess!” event will be Saturday, September 15, 2007 at the YWCA National…
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