In 1997 I was 13 and decidedly not a gamer. I liked film, music and Stephen King novels – but I had been “blessed” with two parents who believed video games rotted your brain. They did, however, ...

Jack Schacht may be retired, but the 86-year-old Warrenville resident is far from retiring — the self-described “serial entrepreneur” is spreading his passion for backgammon through Chicago and the ...

The array of running gear and accessories can be overwhelming for a beginner runner. Here is our guide to what you need — and the things that really are just optional extras When you purchase through ...

The September 2025 issue featured “A guide to beginner’s guides,” a reminiscence and description of some the books for astronomy beginners that Contributing Editor Raymond Shubinski recommends or ...

Choosing the right camera to hone your beginner photography skills is a vital first step for any aspiring photographer. Although skill and talent will eventually trump camera gear when taking great ...

Welcome to Stationery Week on the Strategist, where we’ve been obsessively researching and testing office supplies — everything from pens, pencils, and paper to task chairs. For more, head to our ...

A major split ignited a wild recent backgammon turf war in a trendy Big Apple neighborhood. The dicey board battle pitting an insurgent group of players in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, against the city’s ...

From Ironmouse to IShowSpeed, content creators of all stripes are finding success as streamers. Professional streamers often have elaborate setups that can cost thousands of dollars. You may not use ...

Jan is ready for a new challenge. She's recently moved to Colorado and wants to take advantage of the new terrain and start mountain running. Before the move, she'd been working on her fitness for ...

Whether you prioritize sporty riding or comfort, a sense of adventure or a bare-bones approach with an affordable price, there are a lot of motorcycles for beginners to choose from these days.

Marc Santos is a Guides Staff Writer from the Philippines with a BA in Communication Arts and over six years of experience in writing gaming news and guides. He plays just about everything, from ...