Today’s crossword, constructed by Jesse Guzman, presents a linguistic version of the Barbieverse where every themed word or ...

Crossword puzzles have a long list of benefits, from stress reduction to improved problem-solving skills. They can help delay ...

Start with Monday puzzles. You can gauge the difficulty of a crossword puzzle by the weekday when it’s published. Traditionally, Monday puzzles are constructed to be easy and breezy, making them ...

Crossword: Word puzzle made of a grid of squares and blanks where answers are written according to clues. Words are arranged horizontally or vertically, one letter per square, so that most letters ...

So, How Long Does It Take to Make a Crossword Puzzle Anyway? GET A CLUE. It’s a mixture of solid planning and a quick change to get timely clues correct. Matt Gaffney.

They’ve long been seen as a way to prevent cognitive decline—but experts say the real key to brain health goes far beyond word games. An elderly person works on a crossword puzzle. These games ...

Taking the crossword seriously results in a better puzzle—one that challenges and teaches, surprises and delights, day after day. When you buy a book using a link on this page, we receive a ...

The New York Times Crossword Crossing will set sail from New York City on Dec. 7. Over the course of a week, guests will attend daily game sessions, lectures, and crossword puzzle-themed activities.

Like many cultural institutions and long-standing media features, the history of the beloved crossword puzzle (and the people who make and edit them) reveals a story of inherent exclusion.