"Puzzlemaster Will Shortz on the Road to Recovery After Stroke"

NPR puzzlemaster and New York Times puzzle editor Will Shortz announced that he is recovering from a stroke, apologizing for his recent absence from hosting NPR's Sunday Puzzle. Since Feb. 11, Greg Pliska has temporarily filled in for him. Shortz has been a staple of the show since 1987 and is known for presenting puzzles to contestants. Weekend Edition host Ayesha Rascoe wished him a speedy recovery, and Pliska expressed his anticipation for Shortz's return.