The shocking true story of Danny Rensch, the American chess champion who vanished at the peak of his career only to be discovered a decade later, his genius suppressed by a controlling religious sect in a tale of manipulation and ultimate redemption.
Leonard Barden, the world's longest-running chess columnist, marks an unprecedented 70 years with The Guardian. Discover the story behind this British institution.
A gifted young musician's life was brutally cut short in a suspected murder-suicide at a £1.5 million Surrey mansion. Her father, a respected doctor, is believed to have turned the family home into a scene of unimaginable tragedy.
A 13-year-old star footballer from Olympique Lyonnais's prestigious academy has been charged with the murder of a 15-year-old boy in a brutal street fight, sending shockwaves through the world of football.
A viral video captures the moment a wife's patience snaps, pushing her husband away after he lost a chess game and vowed to 'analyse his performance' for four hours in torrential rain. The hilarious incident in St James's Park has sparked a wave of sympat
Meet 17-year-old snooker prodigy Stan Moody, who is being hailed as snooker's answer to darts sensation Luke Littler. From his historic World Championship debut to becoming the youngest professional on the circuit, discover how this Yorkshire teenager is
An Iranian teenage science prodigy's groundbreaking research on lizards is in jeopardy after being trapped in the UK by Trump's controversial travel ban, dashing his dreams of studying at Harvard.
Exclusive: Chelsea's 15-year-old wonderkid Dowman Ngumoha has reportedly chosen to represent Nigeria at international level after being overlooked by England, in a major blow for the Three Lions.
Your old band t-shirts could be a hidden goldmine. A new report reveals vintage merch from The Prodigy, Oasis, and other 90s icons is fetching astronomical prices, with one shirt selling for over £7,000. Discover the booming collector's market turning old
In a stunning turn of events at the prestigious Sinquefield Cup, American Wesley So clinched victory and the $350,000 top prize. The chess world watched as reigning World Champion Gukesh D suffered a second consecutive defeat, shaking up the elite ranking
Exclusive: Chelsea and Arsenal are locked in a transfer battle for 16-year-old prodigy Pape Daouda Diong, dubbed 'the next big thing' from Senegal. The Premier League giants are ready to pounce for the teenage sensation.
Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal is being compared to Lionel Messi, but former prodigy Freddy Adu issues a stark warning about the immense pressure on young talents, drawing from his own experience.
Meet the 12-year-old farming sensation from South Carolina who has just secured a groundbreaking university scholarship, proving that passion and purpose have no age limit.
In a stunning selection, 19-year-old Braxton Sorensen-McGee has been named in the Black Ferns' squad for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, poised to become the tournament's youngest ever player.
An 11-year-old maths prodigy from the UK has achieved a top grade in his GCSE maths exam, a staggering five years ahead of his peers. Discover the incredible story of this young genius's remarkable academic feat.
Exclusive insight into the swing changes and dedicated coaching behind Charlie Woods' rapid development, as the golfing world watches Tiger's son hone his game for the big stage.
At just 19, Billy Loughnane has shattered records and is on track to become Britain's champion jockey. We go behind the scenes with the prodigy redefining the sport.
Quentin Letts recounts a gripping encounter in Westminster, where political tension felt like watching a chess match with live grenades. A must-read for those fascinated by high-stakes diplomacy.
A 16-year-old Leicester City wonderkid has made history by becoming the youngest-ever goalscorer in the Championship, breaking Jude Bellingham's previous record.
In a stunning display of skill and youth brilliance, Michael Adams clinched his ninth British Chess Championship, while a 10-year-old girl broke two world records, marking a historic day for UK chess.
A former insider reveals Donald Trump's psychological tactics to dominate global diplomacy, comparing his strategies to a high-stakes game of 3D chess.
A 16-year-old baseball sensation has stunned scouts with a flawless 100mph fastball, sparking excitement over his potential future in the MLB.
World-renowned chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen is set to compete in the Esports World Cup, marking a thrilling crossover between traditional chess and competitive gaming.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen joined forces in Chennai for a unique event blending chess and cricket, attended by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
X's AI chatbot Grok defeats chess expert in a rapid-fire match, sparking debate on artificial intelligence's growing dominance in strategic games.
Elon Musk's Grok AI takes on chess grandmasters in a high-stakes battle of wits. Discover how this AI stacks up against human intelligence and what it means for the future of artificial intelligence.
Discover how a young football prodigy is capturing attention and drawing comparisons to NFL legend Tom Brady. Could this be the next big thing in American football?
Liverpool FC has secured the signing of 16-year-old prodigy Rio Ngumoha from Chelsea, marking a major coup in youth football. Discover the story behind this exciting talent.
A 10-year-old chess prodigy is set to compete against grandmasters at the British Chess Championship, with sights on a world record. Discover how this young talent is making waves in the chess world.
Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler passes his driving theory test while competing at the World Matchplay, proving he's sharp both on and off the oche.