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1+ day, 33+ min ago (254+ words) By Alexandra Banner and Kenneth Uzquiano A rescue operation. A record heat wave. A basketball milestone. What do you remember from the week that was? Construction crews are building a "cage" on the South Lawn for a mixed martial arts…...
Prehistoric dice suggest that Native Americans may have been gaming since the last ice age | CNN
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (781+ words) The traditional six-sided die has been around since the Bronze Age, with the earliest known pieces from approximately 3000 BC uncovered in Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley. Now, a new study has found evidence that Native Americans were likely using dice…...
Chess Grandmaster Gary Kasparov: "Trump already sold Ukraine down the river to Putin
6+ mon, 4+ day ago (22+ words) Chess champion and political activist Gary Kasparov on how Trump envoy Steve Witkoff advised Russia on pitching Trump. You can cancel anytime....
From being raised in "the Collective" to being a "shepherd" of chess: the winding journey of Danny Rensch
6+ mon, 4+ week ago (40+ words) Danny Rensch is at the vanguard of chess. But to get to where he is now " a self-described "shepherd" for chess in his role as chief chess officer at'Chess. com" Rensch has been on quite the life path. .....
The death-themed board game that outsold Monopoly
7+ mon, 4+ day ago (28+ words) Nevada's haunted clown motel, Rome's crypt adorned with the bones of 4, 000 friars, plus the intriguing story of the Ouija board. You can cancel anytime....
Former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik investigated for bullying following death of grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky
7+ mon, 6+ day ago (28+ words) Former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik is being investigated for bullying and harassment following the death of fellow player Daniel Naroditsky, world chess governing body FIDE has announced....
American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies at 29
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (27+ words) Daniel Naroditsky, an American chess grandmaster who attracted a massive online following through his livestreamed play and accessible teachings, has died at 29. You can cancel anytime....
Mc Donald's is bringing back Monopoly after a decade " with a high-tech twist
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (29+ words) Mc Donald's is bringing back a fan favorite game after a nearly decade hiatus in its latest effort to spur sales. You can cancel anytime. You can cancel anytime....
Harder than losing in basketball:" NBA legend Derrick Rose on his chess obsession and how it could save lives
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (43+ words) Rose seemed destined for greatness when he came into the NBA. He was named Rookie of the Year in 2008-09, crowned league MVP in 2011 and made three All-Star teams before an ACL injury suffered in the. .. You can cancel anytime....
Players compete nation vs nation in esports first | CNN
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (628+ words) Organizers of the Esports World Cup announce a flagship competition built around national representation in esports. Now, a new flagship competition will do the same for esports. Offering a high-profile stage for elite players to showcase their skills and grow…...