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The New York Times launches its Midi daily crossword; Monday’s puzzle by Leslie Benson features a theme where each themed answer begins with a word shouted in context (FORE), with constructor notes about the debut and Melissa Kirsch reflecting on nerd culture and solving, while clues touch on items like SMÉAGOL, TIMBER WOLF, and DOCTOR WHO.
The New York Times launches Midi, a daily medium-size crossword, and marks Yitzi Snow’s NYT debut with a Thursday puzzle that uses a rebus mechanic and Roman numerals to reveal its theme entries.
New York Times video analysis concludes Renee Nicole Good did not run over Agent Jonathan Ross; there was contact with the car hood and Ross’s phone, and the shooting occurred after he positioned himself near the vehicle, suggesting not self-defense. The piece links this incident to broader border-patrol use-of-force concerns highlighted by a 2013 Police Executive Research Forum review, while noting Trump’s claims that Good weaponized her vehicle are not supported by the video.
The article reports that The New York Times argues Trump fits fascist criteria, pointing to actions like bypassing constitutional norms, aggressive foreign moves (e.g., reportedly pressuring Venezuela’s oil reserves) and flirting with seizing other territories, signaling a drift toward autocracy. It notes ongoing debate but emphasizes that the key issue is recognizing the trajectory toward authoritarianism rather than labeling him with a fixed term, and it frames the development as a threat to American democracy ahead of midterm elections.
The New York Times reports that due to Earth's wobble, our zodiac signs might not align with the original constellations, but astrologers clarify that modern astrology is based on seasons, not star positions, so your zodiac sign remains the same. The article suggests the shift is more about astrology's cultural relevance than scientific accuracy.
The New York Times election needle, a staple of Election Night coverage, faced uncertainty for the 2024 results due to a tech workers' strike over pay disparities and job security. Despite concerns, the needle did appear after the Florida results, as confirmed by NYT chief political analyst Nate Cohn. The needle's presence was initially uncertain, reflecting the unpredictability of the election and the strike's impact on the Times' operations.
The New York Times Spelling Bee forum provides hints and discussions for the January 7, 2024 puzzle. The puzzle features a grid with the center letter 'e' and a combination of the letters 'a', 'c', 'h', 'i', 'l', 'm' surrounding it. There are 47 words to be found, totaling 165 points, including one pangram and a bingo. Puzzle enthusiasts can refer to a glossary for common terms used in discussions about the Spelling Bee.
The New York Times' Spelling Bee forum provides hints and discussions for the January 6, 2024 puzzle. The puzzle features a grid with the center letter 'r' and surrounding letters 'b', 'c', 'i', 'o', 'p', and 't'. There are 39 words to find, totaling 147 points, including one pangram. The forum also includes a glossary for common terms used in Spelling Bee discussions, assisting players who might feel stuck on today's challenge.
The New York Times' Spelling Bee forum for January 5, 2024, offers assistance to players feeling stuck on the day's puzzle. The grid generator reveals the center letter as 'd' with surrounding letters e, h, i, k, l, o. The puzzle statistics show 61 words, 253 points, 1 pangram, and a distribution of word lengths from 4 to 10 letters. A glossary of terms used in the Spelling Bee discussions is also provided for reference.
The New York Times Spelling Bee forum for January 4, 2024, offers assistance to players who are stuck on the day's puzzle. The grid generator indicates the center letter 'p' and shows a distribution of 51 words totaling 199 points, with one perfect pangram. The forum also includes a glossary for common terms used in discussions about the Spelling Bee, provided by a reader named Monicat.
The New York Times Spelling Bee forum provides hints and discussions for the January 3, 2024 puzzle. The grid generator indicates the center letter 'p' and shows a distribution of 51 words totaling 199 points, including one perfect pangram. A glossary for common Spelling Bee terms is available, compiled by a reader named Monicat.
The New York Times' Spelling Bee forum provides hints and discussions for the word puzzle of January 2, 2024. The puzzle features a grid with the center letter 'o' and the surrounding letters 'b', 'e', 'i', 'l', 'p', 'w'. There are 46 words to be found, totaling 154 points, including one pangram. A glossary of terms used in the Spelling Bee discussions, compiled by a reader named Monicat, is also mentioned for reference.
The New York Times Spelling Bee forum provides hints and discussions for the January 1, 2024 puzzle, which includes 50 words and one perfect pangram. The grid generator indicates the center letter and the distribution of words starting with each letter surrounding it. The forum also offers a glossary for common terms used in Spelling Bee discussions.