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Checkmate on Limits: Why Every Child Should Learn to Play Chess A 10-year-old girl sits across a worn chessboard in a Lagos slum, completely still, completely focused. A few years later, the man who taught her — Tunde Onakoya — is playing chess for 60 straight hours in the middle of Times Square, setting a Guinness World Record to fund education for children just like her. He put it simply: "when you see a child playing chess for an hour, they learn patience, focus, concentra

In Brazil’s vibrant favelas, a quiet revolution is reshaping lives. Once marked by poverty and limited opportunities, these communities have discovered new hope through mobile esports. Young people gather not to play football but to compete on their smartphones — transforming a pastime into a pathway for empowerment. Nigerian esports player competing in a tournament Games like Garena Free Fire, optimised for affordable devices and low data use, have democratised digital enter

In recent years, professional football clubs around the world have moved beyond stadiums and traditional media to embrace digital platforms — and esports is one of the most powerful tools they’re using to connect with the next generation of fans. Football esports tournament setup with players competing Why Esports Matters to Football Clubs Esports attracts millions of young people globally — many of whom spend more time online than watching traditional TV. By entering esports

For many parents, video games are often seen as a distraction — something that takes time away from school, responsibilities, or real-life activities. This concern is understandable. However, modern research suggests that this view may no longer reflect reality. When used in moderation, video games and esports can offer meaningful cognitive, social, and even professional benefits. Playing video games in a comfortable home setting Scientific studies have shown that gaming can