Why Natan Last says crossword puzzles are political in ‘Across the Universe’

The book, which is subtitled ‘The Past, Present, and Future of the Crossword Puzzle,’ looks at the joy and challenges of this ...
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Like a ‘Moth’ to the flame, Corey Rosen is drawn to storytelling

Corey Rosen looks at storytelling not just as an art, but as a skill that can be taught and applied in every corner of life.

The Boox Note Air 5C Makes Me More Excited for the Next Generation of Color E-Notetakers

Yes, the Boox Note Air 5C is less expensive than a Kindle Scribe Colorsoft. It's still not cheap by any standard.
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Treat Yourself to Netflix's Best Holiday Movies Using These Secret Codes

Netflix's entire library can be unlocked with a simple set of codes. These codes completely bypass the recommendation ...

Couple lost $42K in an elaborate scam 2 years ago, and they’re still fighting with the bank to get it back. How to protect yourself from online fraud

In January 2024, the Hills were targeted by a sophisticated impersonation scam that resulted in $42,000 being taken out of ...

"There's always a loose end, trailing off into the distance": Inside the mind of a Metroidvania creator and how they spin up mysteries

Along the way, ideas emerged in various ways. Some grew out of unintentional bugs, including one that allowed players to die and respawn in an area they shouldn't be able to reach – rather than fix it ...

Marvel Rivals wants to go big for 2026, and the team has 'already planned more than a year ahead'

2025 was a pretty incredible year for NetEase's Marvel Rivals. Since dropping right at the end of 2024, it's gone through ...
Science Daily

Hidden brain maps that make empathy feel physical

When we watch someone move, get injured, or express emotion, our brain doesn’t just see it—it partially feels it. Researchers ...
The Vindicator

Be with loved ones, not a screen

The Christmas holiday season is a time to step back from the busy pace of modern life and connect with our nearest and dearest instead of screens, apps and chatbots. Here are some suggestions on how ...
Texarkana Gazette

One Tech Tip: Spend quality time with loved ones, not a screen, over the holidays

The Christmas holiday season is a time to step back from the busy pace of modern life and connect with our nearest and ...

Housekeeper's 5 Top Ways To Be A Much Better Hotel Guest

Staying at a hotel soon? These simple etiquette insights reveal how small guest habits can influence your stay, staff ...

Swen Vincke warns Divinity newcomers that they probably shouldn't play the early games in the series: 'They're a bit outdated by now,' which is putting it very mildly

Even the chronology of the Divinity timeline is tough to puzzle out. The first game in the timeline is Divinity: Dragon Commander, which came out after Divine, Beyond, and Ego Draconis, but before ...