Game On
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How an Argentinean sociologist is using chess to support, reach out to vulnerable children
Agustín Teglia has found that the game encourages active attention , fosters socialisation and even helps some work through their traumas.
Eva Marabotto, The Human Journalism Network
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A hustler’s gambit – all in a day’s play
An encounter with street-smart chess wizard in New York City’s Washington Square Park.
Prithwiraj Mukherjee
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Young Indians are earning thousands by turning PUBG and other video games into a spectator sport
Every night, a few resourceful streamers play games online, as a live audience watches, comments and gives them money.
Bhavya Dore
Trending
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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Is apple cider vinegar as good for health as it sounds?
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An entrepreneur, a basketball player, an actor: The many hats of Arvind Krishna
Despite running a business, Arvind Krishna makes time in his schedule for basketball and movies.
Bhavya Dore
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Chinlone, polo and more: Paintings from Burmese manuscripts show how traditional games were played
The artwork shows how tournaments and games were organised for royals to watch, grand affairs that also involved music performances.
San San May
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Pokémon Go developer Niantic Labs to launch Harry Potter version of the augmented reality game
Called ‘Harry Potter: Wizards United’, it is likely to come out in 2018.
Scroll Staff
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Dodge Rishta Aunty in this board game created by a Pakistani woman
Game designer Nashra Balagamwala, 24, wants to start a conversation around the pressures of arranged marriages on South Asian women.
Maria Thomas, qz.com
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Watch: What if toddlers competed for medals in the Olympic Games?
The 10-meter toddle, the 3-hurdle toddle, and more.
Scroll Staff
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Watch: Nintendo's brand new console aims to beat X-boxes and PS4s by going everywhere
The new console promises super easy portability.
Scroll Staff
The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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Pokémon Gone? Three lessons that game-makers can learn from Pokémon Go's rapid decline
After spawning a global craze, Pokémon Go has shed a third of its daily users, while downloads have dried up.
Mark Humphery-Jenner, The Conversation
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Guess what! You could be playing Super Mario or Pokemon Go at the Tokyo Olympics
The games are an opportunity for eSport to drive a new social movement.
Andy Miah, The Conversation
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A dark and seductive poker obsession has got urban India hooked – and the stakes are high
It's nothing short of an addiction, causing players to isolate themselves from friends and family, all for some easy money and the thrill of winning.
Neha J. Hiranandani, qz.com
The Field
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller