Announcements 2023-2024 Scholastic Regulations » 2023 Chess Journalist of America Awards » US Chess Staff Availability During U.S. Open » US Chess Publishes RFP for Rating System Rebuild » US Chess Soliciting Applicants for Captain at 2023 Women's World Team Championships » FIDE World Junior Chess Championship Kicks Off in Mexico CityThe 2023 FIDE World Junior Chess Championship (Open U20 & Girls U20) begins today in Mexico City, Mexico. The tournament is organized by the Mexican… Read More » Wednesday Workout: Medalists From Women's World Team ChampionshipLast week, the U.S. Women's national team finished a close fourth place in the 2023 FIDE Women's World Chess Championship. This week, we will look at...… Read More » Tactics Tuesday: Is It Safe?This week's Tactics Tuesday continues our exploration of tactics in the Fried Liver, paying special attention this week to positions where both sides...… Read More » FIDE World Senior Team Championships Kick Off in North MacedoniaThe 2023 FIDE World Senior Team Championships begun today in Struga, North Macedonia, with both a 50-and-over (50+) section and a 65-and-over (65+)...Read… Read More » Inside Story: Alekhine the Magician (Solitaire Chess)Editor's Note: This article was originally published in the September issue of Chess Life magazine. Consider becoming a US Chess member for more...Read… Read More » Celebrate National Chess Day!Update September 14, 2023: See the bottom of this article for a list of events held on National Chess Day, and please contact us if you would like...Read… Read More »