"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.