Decoding NYTs’ Sound Switching Strands Puzzle No. 379

The latest New York Times Strands puzzle, #379, is exceptionally challenging, even for experienced solvers. The connections between hidden words are not straightforward, making it a tough nut to crack. If you’re struggling with the spangram or need hints without spoilers, we’ve got you covered. The puzzle’s theme is “Sound switching” and can be described … Read more

Kate Middleton Returns to Royal Duties After Cancer Diagnosis

Prince William’s wife, Kate Middleton, is set to return to royal duties with her annual appearance at the Irish Guards’ St. Patrick’s Day parade, marking a significant step in her recovery from cancer. Kate was unable to attend last year’s event due to her diagnosis, which was announced five days later than initially expected. However, … Read more

Klarna to Exclusive Buy Now, Pay Later Loans with Walmart

Klarna, a Swedish fintech giant, announced it will exclusively provide buy now, pay later loans for Walmart. This partnership comes after rival Affirm had previously owned this service. Klarna’s loan provision will be through its subsidiary OnePay, which it owns a majority stake in. The news led to Affirm’s stock price dropping 8% on Monday. … Read more

US Retail Sales Rise Slightly Amid Economic Uncertainty

US retail sales rose 0.2% in February, driven by a surge in online store receipts and healthy gains in the fourth quarter. However, economists say consumers are pulling back on discretionary spending, sparking uncertainty about the economy’s growth pace. Economists expect sales to slow down further due to concerns over inflation, job losses, and recession … Read more

Colin Farrell to Star in ‘Sgt. Rock’ Comic Book Adaptation

Colin Farrell is reportedly set to star as the lead character, Sgt. Rock, in an upcoming DC comic book adaptation film. The movie, directed by Luca Guadagnino, marks the first attempt to bring the character to the screen. Sgt. Rock, a World War II hero and combat fighter, has been attempted to be adapted before … Read more

Xbox 360 Games Now Native on PC and Steam Deck Without Emulator

Microsoft has taken steps to enable native support for Xbox 360 games on PC and Steam Deck without the need for an emulator. However, most users will still face a significant amount of work before they can play their favorite Xbox 360 titles without any technical issues. The original Xbox’s security system was designed with … Read more

Forever 21 Fights for Survival in Chapter 11

Forever 21, the popular fast-fashion retailer, has initiated a voluntary Chapter 11 process with the support of its lenders. The company aims to implement an orderly wind-down of its US operations while continuing to explore potential sales or going-concern transactions. As part of the plan, Forever 21’s US stores and website will remain open to … Read more

FDA Staff Face Chaos as Agencies Enforce Return-to-Office Mandate

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has returned to its headquarters in full swing, with thousands of employees reporting to work amidst chaos. Thousands of cars were parked on-site, long security lines snaked through doorways, and makeshift office spaces lacked basic supplies like chairs. According to FDA staff, the first day back was a … Read more