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Solve the December Bonus Puzzle

Every month, The New York Times publishes a bonus crossword puzzle for subscribers. The theme of this month’s puzzle is folk ...

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Dec. 7 #644

Your goal is to find hidden words that fit the puzzle's theme. If you're stuck, find any words you can. Every time you find ...

Crossword puzzles have a surprising history — and a controversial future

On a chilly January night in 1924, fledgling publisher Richard Simon was having dinner with his Aunt Wixie when she asked if ...

Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, Answers: Sunday, December 7 (You’re Styling)

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Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Spangram, Answers: Monday, December 8 (Grammatically Speaking)

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Can you solve this crossword puzzle created by an MLB player?

Editor’s note: This story is part of Peak, The Athletic’s desk covering leadership, personal development and performance through the lens of sports. Follow Peak here. On a flight back from Baltimore ...