More Trouble between Moscow & Washington?
Karpov Denied US Visa
The big story today in the world chess community is that the US government has denied Anatoly Karpov entry into the … Read the rest
Tagged: Anatoly Karpov
The Chess World in 1969
50 Years Ago
Memories. In the summer of 1969, though I was not yet a tournament player — I had discovered the chess world only … Read the rest
Platja D’Aro Summer Festival
Quick 1-Minute Summary
The ever popular Catalan Chess Circuit kicked off at Platja D’Aro on the 24th and continues until Monday, July 1. This year … Read the rest
Weird chess-pics, kink and potpourri
1960’s Military Safety Poster
A 1960’s Royal Air Force (Britain) poster warning pilots of the dangers of accidentally touching the seat-ejection button. Apparently a number … Read the rest
