I am so sorry to report that Michael Handel has died.
He was diagnosed recently with cancer of the lungs and brain. He was in a
hospice for the past few weeks (where he was very well looked after), and
he was not in pain for his last few days. His father and brother were with
him.
All Othello players will miss his wonderful cheeky cheery funny manner, and
his incredibly creativity and insight into the game. He was always pure fun
to be around.