Williamson County Public Library - Chess Club
June is National Audiobook Month! In response, Williamson County Public Library has been able to increase individual audiobook check-outs on hoopla from four per month to six check-outs! We also offer up to five hard copies of audiobook formats (mp3...
PocketChess 2.0 vs. Chess Genius 1.2
NEWS – I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again – I detest cable messes. Anything that wrangles that chaos into some semblance of order is a good thing in my book. Magnetic Cable Management by Elago is...
PocketChess 2.0 vs. Chess Genius 1.2
REVIEW – In the last few years, my son was introduced to airsoft. One of my Dad Pet Peeves is how he keeps his airsoft rifle in the flimsy cardboard box it came in. Fortunately, an affordable, well made alternative came my way from LA Police Gear (LAPG).
Chessdom
Magnus Carlsen is the world’s first bitcoin chess champion after overcoming Wesley So in a thrilling FTX Crypto Cup final. The Norwegian takes home the $60,000 first prize plus a 0.6 bitcoin bonus offered by tournament sponsor FTX.
PocketChess 2.0 vs. Chess Genius 1.2
SPONSORED NEWS – Anycubic, a leading 3D printer brand, is going to hold an online launch event for its new FDM printer Vyper on 3:00 PM CEST/6: 00 AM PT June 10th, 2021. The launch event will be live-streamed on Anycubic’s Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube channel.
PocketChess 2.0 vs. Chess Genius 1.2
REVIEW – A couple of years ago, I reviewed the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 earphones. In that review, I said, “If the fit and call quality issues can be worked out, these earbuds should be at or near the top of any list”.
TheSun.co.uk (boxing)
TOPLESS Anthony Joshua is plotting his next move – on the chessboard and in his career. The British superstar, 31, took to Instagram on Monday evening to show his 12.3million followers how he spent his Bank Holiday.
Chessdom
European Individual Chess Championship 2021 will take place from August 26th (1st round) – September 5th in Reykjavik, Iceland. The Championship will be played according to the ECU Tournament Rules Swiss system of 11 rounds.
The Week in Chess
Magnus Carlsen won the FTX Crypto Chess Cup beating Wesley So in an Armageddon tie-break.
This win means that Carlsen will appear in the Meltwater tour final in September, although
with his lead in the...
Chessdom
European Hybrid Swiss tiebreak took place yesterday as a 9 rounds Swiss tournament, deciding the distribution of 32.000 EUR prize pool. 36 qualifiers for the FIDE World Cup 2021 participated the Finals.
PocketChess 2.0 vs. Chess Genius 1.2
ARTICLE – Several months ago I noticed an article (PC Gamer) about scientists from Leiden University (Soft Matter) having printed a 15 micrometer-sized starship Voyager using a 3D microprinter (Photonic Professional GT, Nanoscribe GmbH).
Williamson County Public Library - Chess Club
Did you know that an estimated 6 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimer’s disease? Someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s dementia every 65 seconds. One in 9 people age 65 and older has Alzheimer’s dementia.
PocketChess 2.0 vs. Chess Genius 1.2
REVIEW – About 20 years ago, I had one of those older lead-acid jump start battery packs. It was very heavy, but it saved the day more than once. It even had an air compressor on board! Newer jump start battery packs are much smaller with lithium batteries.
PocketChess 2.0 vs. Chess Genius 1.2
REVIEW – I’ve never understood photo mousepads. Seriously, who wants to roll all over the faces of their loved ones with a mouse? I’ve always opted for a styled mousepad, so when I got a chance to look at one covered with real carbon fiber, I happily agreed.
Castlehill Chess Club
CASTLEHILL RANDOM KNOCKOUT Report – Q/Finals – 30/05/21 All four Q/Finals produced a “blackwash” as all players with the black side won! The only surprise win grading wise was Marten Kats beating Keith Rose.
