1/14/2026 – Anastasia Corotcova explains how to insert variations into your notation using both reference games and engine suggestions. It shows how the Reference tab lists common moves and past games for the current position, allowing you to click or copy them directly into your analysis. Finally, it demonstrates how to add an engine (Kibitzer) and insert its suggested lines to build clear, structured game analysis.

1/14/2026 – From 1971 to 1980, FIDE issued just one rating list per year. This gradually increased to the current standard of monthly updates—a change driven by obvious practical needs. Yet frequent rating lists can sometimes obscure the broader picture of yearly progress. In this piece, the FIDE highlights players who achieved significant rating gains over the past year. | Picture: FIDE

1/14/2026 – Harshit Raja’s course teaches a complete and practical 1.e4 repertoire, showing how to get comfortable, easy-to-play positions against all major Black defences including …e5, Sicilian, Caro-Kann, French, Scandinavian, Alekhine, and rare sidelines. Instead of heavy theory, he focuses on simple plans, strong central control, and clear piece development, often recommending slightly offbeat but very effective setups that put opponents out of their comfort zone. The goal is to give club players a strategic understanding of the resulting positions, so they know what to do in the middlegame and can consistently play for an advantage.

1/14/2026 – Vladislav Artemiev had an impressive run at the FIDE World Rapid Championship 2025. He finished the tournament unbeaten, defeated Magnus Carlsen, survived severe time pressure against Arjun Erigaisi, and eventually claimed the silver medal. In this exclusive interview with Sagar Shah, Artemiev speaks openly about his approach to the tournament, his struggles with time management, and the balance he tries to maintain between ambition and stability. He also reflects on his memorable games against Magnus and Arjun during the event. | Photo: Lennart Ootes

1/13/2026 – Maurice Ashley appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" alongside organisational psychologist Adam Grant in a conversation about learning, character and long-term development. Drawing on his experience as a player, coach and teacher, Ashley reflects on discovering chess in Brooklyn, guiding the Raging Rooks from Harlem, and the broader life lessons the game offers about resilience, growth and opportunity. | Photo: Eng Chin An

1/13/2026 – Your chance to train and talk with Garry Kasparov, LIVE! On January 18, 2026, you are in for something special. Chess legend Garry Kasparov, former World Champion and one of the greatest players of all time, will host an exclusive live lecture. This one-of-a-kind event provides chess enthusiasts and competitive players with a rare opportunity to learn directly from a true icon of the game.