Right-Wing Commentator Named F.B.I. Deputy Director

The choice of Dan Bongino is a radical departure from the bureau’s history of having a veteran agent serve in the key role that oversees operations.

Europe Prepares to Face Russia as Trump’s America Steps Back

Europeans are debating additional funding and contemplating troops in Ukraine as American support appears ever more at risk.

3 Years Into Russia-Ukraine War, Trump Ushers in New World for Putin

Fresh possibilities have emerged for President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia with a change of power in Washington.

Top Facts From Germany’s Election

Friedrich Merz and his party won, Elon Musk didn’t seem to move voters, and more lessons from an early German vote with big implications for Europe.

Wordle today: Answer, hints for February 24, 2025

Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer.

If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.

NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for February 24, 2025

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.

If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve...

Did you catch this Oscar winners cameo in The White Lotus Season 3?

The White Lotus Season 3's all-star cast gets even starrier in episode 2, thanks to a voice-over cameo from none other than Academy Award winner Ke Huy Quan (Everything Everywhere All at Once).

Quan has an uncredited role as Timothy Ratliff's (Jason Isaacs) former business partner Kenneth Nguyen, who is under investigation for some shady dealings...

NYT Strands hints, answers for February 24

If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands, the New York Times' elevated word-search game.

Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an answer. There's always a theme linking every solution, along with the "spangram," a special,...

33 Things You Can Buy Online For Problems You'd Rather Not Broadcast

Life is hard enough without overthinking awkward cashier interactions.

View Entire Post ›

People Say These Are 20 "Obvious" Questions People Usually Get Wrong, And I'm Curious If You Know The Right Answers

If you think you know the right answer...think again.

View Entire Post ›

Your American Food Choices Will Reveal Which Sport You're Destined To Play

Take this quiz to find out!

View Entire Post ›

36 Cool Products That Will Wow You Even If You’re Notoriously Hard To Impress

"That DOES impress me much." —Shania Twain if she saw these bracelets that are secretly hair ties, probably.

View Entire Post ›

Here's A Hint: Every Answer To This Random Knowledge Trivia Quiz Is A Color

Not everyone will ace this colorful quiz, but I have a feeling you — yes, you! — might!

View Entire Post ›

People Are Sharing The "Magic" Ingredients That Instantly Upgrade Spaghetti Sauce, French Toast, Chili, And More

"I learned this trick from my brother, who picked it up in culinary school. I don't know what kind of magic it is, but it works."

View Entire Post ›

Some Agencies Urge Staff Not to Comply With Elon Musk’s Performance Email

The F.B.I. director, Kash Patel, the director of national intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, and others told employees not to respond to a directive from Mr. Musk to summarize their accomplishments.

If You’re Quirkier Than Most, You’ll Fall In Love With These 35 Kooky Products

We went off the beaten path to find these eccentric products just for you.

View Entire Post ›

Sky blockbuster trade signals win-now mode around Angel Reese, Kamilla Cardoso

Photo by Randy Belice/NBAE via Getty Images

The Chicago Sky have reportedly traded the No. 3 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft for Washington Mystics guard Ariel Atkins.

The No. 3 draft pick in the 2025 WNBA draft will no longer play for the Chicago Sky next season. That’s because the Sky have traded it for Washington Mystics star Ariel Atkins, ESPN’s Alexa Phillipou reported on Sunday. As part of the trade, the Mystics will also receive a 2027 first-round pick swap and Chicago’s...

German Election 2025: Friedrich Merz Appears Poised to Be Next Chancellor

Whether he can form a strong coalition remains to be seen, but whatever he does will be an essential part of Europe’s response to President Trump’s reshuffling of alliances.

Trump Appointees Fire 2,000 U.S.A.I.D. Employees and Put Others Worldwide on Leave

The announcement, by email, came two days after a judge said the Trump administration could proceed with plans that amount to dismantling the aid agency.

28 Small Tips To Make Your Living Room Look So Much Better This Year

2025 is lookin' like the year of DIY projects, saving money, and gorgeous living rooms.

View Entire Post ›