“Chinese Checkers” did not originate in China or any part of Asia. ... The star-shaped board has six points, each of which holds 10 marbles in a triangle shape.

Chinese Checkers, contrary to popular belief, was not invented in China, or, indeed, any part of Asia at all. It was actually invented in Germany under the name "Stern-Halma"!

Today's Game of the Day is a board game classic: Chinese Checkers! Chinese Checkers, contrary to popular belief, was not invented in China, or, indeed, any part of Asia at all. It was actually ...

Playing games can be serious business, a way to shapen our mental acuity while we are having fun. Today's column begins with three requests from readers who need help getting back into the game.