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business19 hours ago•8 min saved

NYT Expands Crossword Empire with Midi, a 9x9 Daily

The New York Times adds Midi Crossword, a 9×9 daily puzzle, to its NYT Games lineup, sitting between the Mini and the Daily Crossword for subscribers. The move is designed to grow daily engagement at minimal incremental cost, with puzzles paid to contributors (roughly $500 per puzzle, more for Sundays) and some in‑house production by puzzle editor Ian Livengood; Games is a sizable business—over a million subscribers and billions of plays, contributing around $50 million in annual revenue.

via Nieman Lab|

#business #crossword-puzzles #digital-publishing

health-entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Will Shortz, Crossword Editor and NPR Puzzlemaster, Recovers From Stroke"

Will Shortz, the renowned crossword puzzle editor of the New York Times and NPR's "puzzlemaster," is recovering from a stroke he suffered in February. Shortz, 71, has been absent from NPR's "Weekend Edition Sunday" and is currently undergoing rehabilitation. He expressed his progress in a recorded message and is looking forward to returning with new puzzles soon. Shortz has been a prominent figure in the world of puzzles and has been a part of NPR's "Weekend Edition Sunday" since its debut in 1987.

via NBC News|

#crossword-puzzles #health-entertainment #new-york-times

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"New York Times Crossword Editor Will Shortz Recovering From Stroke"

Will Shortz, the renowned crossword puzzle editor of the New York Times and NPR's "puzzlemaster," is recovering from a stroke he suffered in February. Shortz, 71, has been absent from NPR's "Weekend Edition Sunday" and is currently undergoing rehabilitation. He expressed his progress and eagerness to return to creating new puzzles soon. Shortz has been a prominent figure in the world of crossword puzzles and has been a beloved presence on NPR since 1987.

via Variety|

#crossword-puzzles #health #npr

health-and-wellness2 years ago•5 min saved

"The Cognitive Benefits of Crossword Puzzles: Fact or Fiction?"

Studies suggest that doing crossword puzzles may help maintain brain function and delay memory decline, particularly in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Crosswords require complex thinking and may improve working memory, but it's important to engage in activities that stimulate the brain in different ways. Experts recommend a holistic approach to brain health, including quality sleep, nutrition, physical activity, social interactions, and emotional balance.

via The Guardian|

#aging #brain-health #cognitive-function

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•6 min saved

"Deciphering the NYT Crossword: Dec. 15, 2023 Answers Revealed"

Alex Tomlinson, a British Ph.D candidate, makes his New York Times Crossword debut with a puzzle that combines fun, lively entries and punny clues. Tomlinson, who fell in love with American-style crosswords, aims to create fair puzzles for American and international audiences. The article also discusses the growing interest in American crosswords among solvers outside the United States, who typically solve cryptic crosswords. The author highlights the differences between American and cryptic crosswords and provides examples of tricky clues from Tomlinson's puzzle.

via The New York Times|

#american-style #british #clues

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•3 min saved

"Unveiling the Unsung Hero: The Pillar of the Superhero Community"

Christina Iverson and Doug Peterson, two experienced crossword constructors, have collaborated on a crossword puzzle for The New York Times. The puzzle features a range of pop culture references, clever wordplay, and some tricky clues. The collaboration came together quickly, resulting in an affable and enjoyable grid.

via The New York Times|

#collaboration #crossword #crossword-puzzles

health-and-wellness2 years ago•5 min saved

Puzzles: A Therapeutic Path to Healing from Traumatic Injury

After suffering a traumatic injury that affected his cognitive abilities, a man found solace and recovery through word games and crossword puzzles. These games helped him rebuild his thinking processes and regain his ability to write and support his family. Research suggests that crossword puzzles stimulate multiple parts of the brain and can be effective in cognitive rehabilitation. The man's experience highlights the potential benefits of using games, especially word-based ones, in aiding recovery from cognitive impairments.

via The New York Times|

#cognitive-rehabilitation #crossword-puzzles #health-and-wellness

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•2 min saved

"Unleashing Creative Flow: The Art of Freestyling"

Tracy Bennett, a digital puzzles editor for The New York Times, created a bold and vibrant themeless crossword puzzle with lots of white squares and marquee answers in each corner. The puzzle features wide swaths of surprising entries and dazzling geometry, providing a super fun solve for themeless puzzle fans. Tricky clues include unexpected answers like "CLONING" for "That makes two of us!" and a fanciful homophone "WACKADOODLE" for "Super-sillyous?". The puzzle concludes with the satisfying entries "RIFFLES" and "FANTASY SERIES".

via The New York Times|

#crossword #crossword-puzzles #solve

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•4 min saved

"Unveiling the Hidden World: Exploring the Intriguing Microdots"

Royce Ferguson's Saturday crossword puzzle features great cluing and snappy new entries, with long entries connecting its quadrants. Tricky clues include "Stuff in microdots" (answer: LSD), "Covert influencer" (answer: UNCONSCIOUS BIAS), and "Constantly posting pictures and news about one's kids on social media" (answer: SHARENTING). The puzzle also includes portmanteaus like "SHARENTING" and a clever clue for "Career Path" as "Work in Progress?"

via The New York Times|

#clues #crossword #crossword-puzzles

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•4 min saved

"Unraveling the Art of Double Talk: Decoding Hidden Messages"

The Sunday crossword puzzle in The New York Times, titled "Double Talk," features a theme of homophones. The puzzle, constructed by Rich Katz, includes eight entries with italicized clues that don't make sense until the solver realizes that each clue consists of two words that need to be sounded out to create a new clue. For example, "Air rights" becomes "Heir rites." The puzzle is praised for its simplicity and cleverness, with some standout clues including "We won!" for "Kindergartener" and "Flew by" for "Robitussin."

via The New York Times|

#crossword #crossword-puzzles #homophones

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•4 min saved

"Cracking the Clues: Unveiling the NYT Crossword Answers for Oct. 19, 2023"

Robert Ryan, an economist for the British government, has created his third crossword puzzle for The New York Times. While he grew up solving cryptic crosswords, he now enjoys creating American-style puzzles. His latest puzzle features a theme where seven entries are clued with questions and solve to common phrases or terms by adding the letters "U-R-E" to the end of one of the words. The puzzle is praised for its subtlety and well-crafted grid. Tricky clues include animal factoids and wordplay.

via The New York Times|

#crossword #crossword-puzzles #cryptic

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•3 min saved

"Embrace the Excitement: Cut Out and Get Wildly Enthusiastic!"

Zhouqin Burnikel and Tom Pepper collaborate on a themeless crossword puzzle for the New York Times, featuring crunchy and unusual answers. The constructors throw everything at it, resulting in a puzzle that flows beautifully. Tricky clues include references to email attachments, air quality warnings, transportation for a bride, and more. The puzzle is part of the Easy Mode newsletter, which offers more accessible clues for those who find Friday puzzles challenging.

via The New York Times|

#clues #constructors #crossword

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•4 min saved

"Cracking the Clues: NYT Crossword Answers Unveiled for Sep. 11, 2023"

The New York Times crossword puzzle for September 11, 2023, constructed by Hoang-Kim Vu, features a theme inspired by Maya Angelou's poem "Still I Rise." The theme revolves around words and phrases that depict rising or ascending, with the letter "I" drifting diagonally upward through the grid. Tricky clues include hidden names, slang abbreviations, and word origins. The original version of the puzzle had additional theme answers but was revised for better fill and difficulty. Additionally, the Easy Mode newsletter offers a more accessible version of the Friday crossword for those who find it challenging.

via The New York Times|

#clues #crossword #crossword-puzzles

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•6 min saved

"Cracking the Clues: NYT Crossword Answers Unveiled for Aug. 25, 2023"

Rafael Musa's crossword puzzle in The New York Times reveals his feelings of being in a "hellscape" and experiencing sleep debt. The puzzle includes entries related to dating analogies and a shout-out to Spelling Bee. The article also pays tribute to crossword constructor Paul Steinberg, who passed away, and introduces the Easy Mode newsletter for those who want to try the Friday puzzles with more accessible clues.

via The New York Times|

#crossword-construction #crossword-puzzles #easy-mode-newsletter

crossword-puzzles2 years ago•3 min saved

"Cracking the Clues: July 19, 2023 NYT Crossword Answers Revealed"

The New York Times crossword puzzle for July 19, 2023, created by Billy Bratton, features clues that require solving for the hidden meaning of the word "it." Examples include "Deal with it!" and "Get on with it!" where "it" represents a deck of cards and a boarding pass, respectively. The puzzle also includes tricky clues such as "OHO!" for "I'm on to you now!" and "Kitchen wrap?" for an APRON. Bratton, a sports fan, hints at his favorite clues and mentions ENO as a valuable asset in puzzles.

via The New York Times|

#clues #constructor #crossword