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Is Chess Haram for Muslims? Debunking Myths Amid Afghanistan’s Chess Ban

Recently, Afghanistan made headlines with the controversial decision to ban chess, declaring it “haram” (forbidden) under their interpretation of Islamic law. This...

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Afghanistan Bans Chess: A Setback for Intellectual Freedom

In a significant move that has drawn international concern, the Taliban government in Afghanistan has officially banned the game of chess, declaring...

KCA’s Festival God’s Own Country’s 1st GM International

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KCA’s Festival God’s Own Country’s 1st GM International – LIVE

The prestigious KCA international chess tournament is currently underway in Kottayam, attracting grandmasters and top players from across the globe. After 9...

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Montenegro Chess League 2025 – Watch Live

From May 1st to May 8th, the coastal town of Herceg Novi, Montenegro, plays host to an elite chess tournament that combines...

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SonFlow Cup 2025 – Watch Now

Kolding, Denmark — Over the weekend of May 2 to May 4, chess enthusiasts turned their attention to the Danish town of...

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Freestyle Chess: Innovation or Overhyped Distraction from the Classical Game?

In recent years, Freestyle Chess (also referred to as Randomized Chess, or the more structured Fischer Random/Chess960) has gained traction, especially among...