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Thinking sideways can propel you to success and happiness

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Chess is the art of the possible, as there are more possible chess moves than atoms in the universe. Essential life lessons from the world of chess so that making smarter choices to building focus and confidence from Jennifer Shahade, a former two-time chess U.S. Champion and professional poker player. Chess players are experts in considering their options, allowing them to seize an opportunity idea, or move that no one else saw. In today’s hyper competitive world, thinking sideways can help you win at life. Shahade reveals you don’t have to be a great chess player to think more like … Continue reading Thinking sideways can propel you to success and happiness

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18-year-old Gukesh is the youngest ever World Chess. Champion

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Gukesh Dommaraju, Chennai  (India) born prodigy, defeated defending champion China’s Ding Liren to become the youngest ever world champion in Singapore at the age of 18. The 14-game match was tied with two wins each after 13 games and looked as through the 14th game was heading towards a draw. Gukesh born in May 2006, playing black, won from a dead-drawn position in the final contest of their best of 14 games when Ding unexpectedly made a blunder on move 55 by trapping his own bishop with his rook. Gukesh entered the FIDE World Chess Championship as a challenger which carries a … Continue reading 18-year-old Gukesh is the youngest ever World Chess. Champion

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Steam sued for £656m for overcharging

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Valve Corporation, the owner of Steam, the world’s largest digital distribution platform for PC games, is being  sued for £656m, accused of using its market dominance to overcharge 14 million people in the UK. “Valve is rigging the market and taking advantage of UK gamers,” said digital rights campaigner Vicki Schotbolt, who is bringing the collective action claim, which means that one person goes to court on behalf of a much larger group of people. The claim has been filed at the Competition Appeal Tribunal, in London- accuses Valve of shutting out competition in the PC gaming market and says  … Continue reading Steam sued for £656m for overcharging