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The 1924 Soviet Chess Match Where The Chess Pieces Were Real Soldiers and Horses

A remarkable chess match in 1924 featured human beings as pieces, highlighting a unique promotional event in the USSR.

The match was designed to promote chess culture in the Soviet Union.

fromBusiness Insider

I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. These are the 6 tourist hot spots worth visiting and the 2 you can skip.

St. Petersburg is a vibrant city with a rich cultural scene; the Everglades are a unique ecosystem worth exploring; avoid the crowded South Beach in Miami.

fromeuronews

Video. Volunteers help frogs cross road in Russia to reach spawning sites

Volunteers in Russia save frogs and toads from traffic on a road near St. Petersburg.

fromSFGATE

Baseball Legend Babe Ruth's Former Bungalow Hits a Grand Slam as It Flies to the Top of Most Popular Homes List

The three-bedroom, Craftsman-style residence was built in 1924 but underwent a meticulous restoration by preservationist Maureen Stafford, making way for a modern kitchen.

SF real estate

St. Petersburg City Council Approves Tropicana Field Roof Repair

The City of St. Petersburg has committed $22.5 million towards repairs for Tropicana Field's roof, essential for its return to playable condition by 2026.

Boston Red Sox

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Miami Marlins

Rays Proposed Lease Extension At Tropicana Field

The Rays have withdrawn from plans for a new stadium, raising uncertainty about their long-term home.

Miami Marlins

Rays Will Not Move Forward With Plans For New Ballpark

The Rays will not proceed with plans for a new ballpark due to hurricane impacts.

Miami Marlins

Rays Proposed Lease Extension At Tropicana Field

Miami Marlins