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• Daniel Naroditsky toxicology report at time of death is released

  After the shocking death of the American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky at the age of 29, speculations and accusations were rampant on whether it had been suicide or other. The Chief Medical Examiner of the North Carolina Office released the toxicology report, stating it had found a number of drugs in his system that could lead to addiction or death, though it leaves as many questions as answers. | Photo: Lennart Ootes

• Norway Chess announces move to Oslo for 2026 edition

  Norway Chess will enter a new chapter in 2026 as the tournament moves from Stavanger to Oslo after thirteen editions. From 25 May to 5 June, both Norway Chess and Norway Chess Women will be staged at Deichman Bjørvika Public Library, bringing the event to the country's capital for the first time. Magnus Carlsen has already confirmed his participation, with further players to be announced. | Photo: Norway Chess / Michal Walusza

• Tata Steel Chess - Live!

  The 88th edition of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament is taking place from 17 January to 1 February and once again features the traditional structure of parallel Masters and Challengers tournaments, each consisting of 14 players competing in a single round-robin. After three rounds, five players share the lead with 2/3 points in the Masters, while Aydin Suleymanli is the sole leader in the Challengers. | Follow the games live with expert commentary starting at 14.00 CET (7.00 ET, 20.30 IST)