How to run your 2026 March Madness pool: Play for prizes, plus create your own NCAA Tournament game

The 2026 NCAA Tournament is almost here, with the 2026 March Madness bracket set to be revealed on Selection Sunday, March 15 ...

Do Water Filter Pitchers Work on PFAS? How to Check Claims

Checking up on the claims of water filter makers can be a discomfiting maze. Here's how to verify independent water filter ...
CNET

How to Use a Smart DNS Service With or Instead of Your VPN for Streaming

A smart DNS service can complement -- or even replace -- a VPN for streaming. Here’s how the two are alike and how they differ.

West Point cadet booted from Army after using AI to create nude image of woman

Cayden Cork, 20, pleaded guilty to charges tied to the manipulated image and his extortion attempt, according to the Army.

From idea to launch: How to write a business plan and form your company

Coming up with a good idea for a business is just one step toward becoming an entrepreneur. Another part of the journey is making sure you have a solid plan to back up your business. A business plan ...
Stars and Stripes

West Point cadet dismissed after threatening to release AI-made nude images of a woman

Cadet Cayden Cork, 20, pleaded guilty to extortion and indecent conduct. The sentence included reprimand, forfeiture of pay ...
The New York Times

About New York Times Games

Since the launch of the Crossword in 1942, The Times has captivated solvers by providing engaging word and logic games. In 2014, we introduced the Mini Crossword — followed by Spelling Bee, Letter ...