FIDE.com Magnus Carlsen of Norway became the new World Chess Champion after defeating the previous champion Viswanathan Anand of India by 6,5-3,5 in the match that was held from 7th November in Chennai, India. The last 1...

Frank P. Samford, Jr. Chess Fellowship The Frank P. Samford Jr. Chess Fellowship is pleased to announce its twenty eighth consecutive annual award. The Fellowship was created by the late Frank P. Samford of Birmingham, A...

Mitchell Denker, 66, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2013, in Leland, NC. All the trustees of the U.S. Chess Trust appreciated having Mitchell as a trustee. He took a great interest in the Arnold Denker Tournament of...