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Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, May 26, 2025: Breaking down the puzzle #715
For those engrossed in the rising popularity of daily brain teasers, The New York Times ' 'Connections' puzzle has once again delivered a challenge laced with subtle wordplay and lateral thinking. Puzzle #715, released today, has already caused a stir among enthusiasts, many of whom took to social media to discuss its cryptic categories and deceptive overlaps. If you're among the countless players scratching their heads over today's word clusters, you're not alone. Here's a breakdown of how today's grid unraveled. Understanding the Game: How 'Connections' Works 'Connections' presents players with a 4x4 grid of sixteen words each day at midnight. The task? Sort the words into four distinct groups of four based on a shared theme or linguistic pattern. It could be a set of items, common expressions, or even words that transform with a letter tweak. One incorrect grouping costs a life, and four errors spell game over. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Linda Kozlowski, 67, Shows Off Her Perfect Figure In A New Photo Investructor Undo The groups are color-coded by difficulty: yellow (easiest), green and blue (intermediate), and purple (often the trickiest, involving clever wordplay). Today's game leaned heavily on interpretive thinking, especially for the elusive purple set. Hints That Set the Tone Here are the subtle nudges offered for the May 26 puzzle, as mentioned in a report by Forbes: Live Events Something a guest might expect upon arrival. Concepts or words that stand on opposite ends. Items that might be worn—albeit with flair. A linguistic trick where a single-letter change reveals the link. Each hint signposted the path to unlocking the puzzle. Yet, the real fun came from realizing how everyday words could morph into themes with just a shift in perspective. Breaking Down the May 26 Puzzle Grid The 16 words players had to sort today were: JOKER, TEDDY, SHEET, FRIDGE, POLAR, TOWEL, COUNTER, GUMMY, SLIP, DIN, WASHCLOTH, HOSE, REVERSE, PILLOWCASE, GARTER, OPPOSITE. At first glance, the connections might seem loose. However, patience and pattern recognition would have revealed the following thematic sets: Yellow Category – Linen Closet Staples These soft essentials evoke a well-stocked guest room: PILLOWCASE SHEET TOWEL WASHCLOTH This grouping played on domestic familiarity, offering the gentlest entry into the puzzle. Green Category – Polar Opposites A conceptual set, these words convey contrast and opposition: COUNTER OPPOSITE POLAR REVERSE Here, the connection lay not in function but meaning, highlighting extremities. Blue Category – Lingerie Items Subtle, perhaps even risqué, this cluster required both cultural and fashion awareness: GARTER HOSE SLIP TEDDY Not all players caught this on first glance, but the grouping proved unmistakable once spotted. Purple Category – Altered Card Games This set featured playful manipulation: replace the first letter of these words and they become recognizable card games: DIN (→ Gin ) FRIDGE (→ Bridge ) GUMMY (→ Rummy ) JOKER (→ Poker ) This was arguably today's trickiest segment, owing to the need for lateral and phonetic thinking. FAQs What is the New York Times Connections puzzle? It's a daily word association game featuring a 4x4 grid of 16 words. Players must group them into four sets of four that share a common theme. How does the game work? Players sort words into four thematic groups. Incorrect guesses cost lives, and four wrong attempts end the game. Groups are color-coded by difficulty.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Pakistan receives second tranche worth $1,023 mn under extended fund facility from IMF
Pakistan has received the second tranche of special drawing rights worth 760 million ($1,023 million) from the International Monetary Fund under the extended fund facility programme, the country's central bank said in a post on X on Wednesday. The amount will be reflected in its foreign exchange reserves for the week ending May 16, the State Bank of Pakistan said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Linda Kozlowski, 67, Shows Off Her Perfect Figure In A New Photo Investructor Undo
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Time of India
From classroom to courtroom: Victoria teacher's double life ends with child sex exploitation charges
For students at Oak Bay High and Mount Doug Secondary, Marnie Burnham was a familiar face at the front of the classroom. But behind the whiteboard, police say, she led a troubling double life, one that has now led to multiple charges of child sexual exploitation and telecommunication to lure a minor. The 36-year-old teacher, who also taught under the name Marnie Forin, was arrested by the Saanich Police Department 's special investigations unit on February 15, 2024. What began as a single report has since grown into two separate investigations as more alleged victims have come forward. Also read: Trial of sexual assault accused ex-junior hockey players continues, complainant says 'froze' in hotel room by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Linda Kozlowski, 67, Shows Off Her Perfect Figure In A New Photo Investructor Undo Court documents reveal Burnham is facing a total of five charges: three counts of sexual exploitation and two counts of telecommunication to lure a person under 18. The incidents allegedly occurred between January and June 2023 within the Greater Victoria area. 'A criminal investigation was launched once a victim was identified,' said Saanich police. 'During the initial investigation, additional alleged victims were identified, leading to a second separate investigation.' Live Events School district reacts to shocking allegations The Greater Victoria School District said it launched its own internal investigation after becoming aware of the allegations. Superintendent Deb Whitten confirmed that the matter was immediately reported to police, the Ministry of Education and Child Care, and the Teacher Regulation Branch. 'Students known to have been involved have been contacted by the district and/or police services and advised of support services,' said Whitten. Burnham has been placed on unpaid leave and is not permitted on school property. Her bail conditions also prohibit contact with anyone under 18, including her alleged victims. The case has left the school community reeling, with concerns about how long the behaviour may have gone unnoticed. Whitten assured families that the district will continue to work closely with law enforcement. Also read: 'Intoxicated, trapped': Woman testifies against ex-junior Canada hockey players in 2018 sexual assault case Police believe more victims may still be out there Investigators are urging anyone under the age of 18 who had sexual contact with Burnham before December 2024 to contact police. The Saanich Police Department has publicly thanked the individuals who have already come forward, calling their actions 'brave.' 'We want to thank those who have come forward for their bravery,' Saanich police said. 'Our investigators believe there may be more who have yet to do so.' Burnham is due back in court on May 26, 2025. Her case highlights growing concerns about teacher misconduct and student safety in Canadian schools.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Pakistan's benchmark index surges 9% in early trade on ceasefire with India
Pakistan's benchmark share index opened up over 9% on Monday after a ceasefire over the weekend with neighbour India returned calm to the markets. Saturday's ceasefire in the Himalayan region, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, followed four days of intense firing and diplomacy and pressure from Washington. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Linda Kozlowski, 67, Shows Off Her Perfect Figure In A New Photo Investructor Undo Indian shares also rallied on Monday.
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
After cessation of hostilies, Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif indulges in chest thumping in address to nation
Islamabad: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Saturday announced that the stoppage of firing and military action between India and Pakistan was worked out directly between the two countries. #Operation Sindoor India-Pakistan Clash Live Updates| Pak moving troops to border areas? All that's happening Why India chose to abstain instead of 'No Vote' against IMF billion-dollar funding to Pakistan How Pak's jihadi general Munir became trapped in his own vice Check Live Updates The PakistDirector General of Military Operations initiated the call this afternoon, after which discussions took place and understanding reached. Continue to video 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Linda Kozlowski, 67, Shows Off Her Perfect Figure In A New Photo Investructor Undo In a late night address, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif , however chose to indulge in chest thumping as he credited his troops for the valour shown. Pakistan had suffered serious loses in the short conflict with four of its air bases targeted on Saturday was a retaliation against Pakistan pushing drones and missile into Indian territory after Operation Sindoor . Live Events Sharif, who earlier in the day, profusely thanked the American administration for helping broker peace failed to reveal the extent of damage Pakistan had suffered and the fact that the overture of cessation of hostilies was made by the Pakistani DGMO . Earlier India had warned Pakistan that any further terrorist action would be considered an act of war. India said on Saturday that Pakistan has violated the understanding reached between DGMOs of the two countries earlier in the day on stoppage of firing and military action and that the Indian Army is retaliating and dealing with the border intrusions. At a special briefing, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said this is a breach of the understanding arrived at earlier today and India takes "very serious note of these violations". India called upon Pakistan to take appropriate steps to address these violations and deal with the situation with seriousness and responsibility. Misri said India's Armed Forces have been given instructions to deal strongly with any instances of repetition of the violations of the border along the International Border as well as the Line of Control. "For the last few hours, there have been repeated violations of the understanding arrived at earlier this evening between the Directors General of Military Operations of India and Pakistan. This is a breach of the understanding arrived at earlier today. The armed forces are giving an adequate and appropriate response to these violations and we take very very serious note of these violations," Misri said.
