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health-entertainment1 year ago

"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
health1 year ago

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

Will Shortz, the crossword editor of The New York Times and host of NPR's "Sunday Puzzle," announced that he is recovering from a stroke he had in February. The 71-year-old, who has been with The Times for three decades, shared the update during an NPR program, expressing his progress in rehabilitation and his anticipation to return to creating new puzzles soon. Both The New York Times and NPR have expressed support for his recovery and look forward to his return to work.

via The New York Times|
#crossword-editor#health#new-york-times
health1 year ago

"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.

via NPR|
#greg-pliska#health#npr
health1 year ago

"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
games2 years ago

"Wordle Solutions and Reviews: April 6-8, 2023"

The Wordle Review for April 7, 2023, features a moderately challenging puzzle with the word "locus" as the answer. The columnist shares their frustration with guessing words that differ by only one letter and their secret advantage of using Will Shortz's opening word. The featured artist is Simone Noronha, a New York-based South Asian illustrator and art director. Strategic choices are necessary to solve the puzzle in six guesses.

via The New York Times|
#games#puzzle#simone-noronha