NM Chess-NetworkMagnus Carlsen shows us a simple light-square strategy
One weakness allows one plan
LichessLichess Game of the Month: November '25
When two queens are not enough
LM AssiosAdvent of Chess 2025
A chessboard signed by Magnus Carlsen is again up for grabs in this annual chess problem competition
GM NoelStuderExceptional results - simple training
We all want exceptional results. So how can we get them?
GM GABUZYAN_CHESSMOODWhy Being Amateur Might Be Better Than Being Grandmaster
Discover the hidden advantages of being an amateur chess player compared to professionals, and learn…
NM totorooThe inherent homophobia and transphobia in the chess community
(And what should be done about it)
RuyLopez1000Why Are People Good At Chess?
The Rise and Fall of Chunks
FM HurburtWhy is Gukesh avoiding the French?
A post about the Ding - Gukesh match
GM Avetik_ChessMoodThe Golden Question You Should Ask Before Resigning
Before you resign in chess, ask this golden question. You'll save lost positions!
GM Avetik_ChessMoodWobble Your Way: Advance in Chess Without Knowing it All
Adopt the “wobbling mindset” to break free from the fear of not knowing everything in chess and impr…
jk_182Finding Pawn Breaks automatically
Difficult concepts like pawn breaks are best understood when looking at many examples. But finding t…
LM AssiosAdvent of Chess with Magnus Carlsen returns!
Solve 24 chess problems this advent and compete for a chessboard signed by Magnus Carlsen!
WFM Bullet_HouseUnderstanding Danger: What Makes a Move Bad?
“It Looked Fine...” Until It Wasn’t
Solal35Exploring how Lichess' players spend their playing time, Part 1 of 2
While my original intention was to gather data on Chess addiction, it has evolved into a broader inv…
NoseKnowsAllIntroducing "Morphy Simulator"
The best way to learn the fundamentals of chess strategy from Morphy's games
FM Sohamchess64A Golden Cage
A perspective towards improvement.
IM FinsWhat I Learned from Playing LoneWolf League Season #37
Reflections from an International Master's debut
GM NoelStuderWhy You Shouldn't Train Like Grandmasters
You might have heard that you should be training differently from a Grandmaster. But why is that?
oortcloud_oHow long is an opening?
A new approach on where opening ends
Lichess2024 World Chess Championship Preview: GM Ding Liren vs. GM Gukesh D
GM Ding Liren is defending his title against challenger GM Gukesh D in Singapore starting on Monday,…
NM Chess-NetworkPraggnanandhaa's Brilliant Tactic at Tata Steel!!
One for the books
FM CheckRaiseMateHow to Create a Study Plan
A simple strategy for getting organized with your chess routine
FM MattyDPerrineHigher-Rated Players Want You to Be Afraid of Them
Your fear is their biggest weapon. Here's how to stop handing them the game.
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