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Editorial image for "Amateur Addicts" — Why do people become obsessed with chess.

Amateur Addicts

Why do people become obsessed with chess? And why does "competitive spirit" sometimes result in less-than-gentlemanly behaviour?
August 25, 2011
Editorial image for "German Hysteria" — In Germany, whether it's a matter of beansprouts or nuclear power plants…

German Hysteria

‘In Germany, whether it’s a matter of beansprouts or nuclear power plants, moral superiority can quickly turn into self-centred hysteria’
June 28, 2011
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Editorial image for "A Monstrous Waste" — Bobby Fischer was a chess phenomenon who squandered his talent.

A Monstrous Waste

Bobby Fischer was a chess phenomenon who squandered his talent. But we should remember the talent
May 24, 2011
Editorial image for "La Perfide France" — After three French players were banned for cheating in March, the game…

La Perfide France

After three French players were banned for cheating in March, the game must find a way to prevent technology ruining contests
April 22, 2011
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