If you’re looking for hints and answers for Strands for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, read on—I’ll share some clues and tips, and finally the solution to the puzzle with the theme “Let me count the ways ...

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Forty-three years ago, in 1982, Detroit was introduced to a wonderful character, Count Scary, played by none other than Mr. Tom Ryan. Count Scary was no ordinary vampire. With his exaggerated ...

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In an age of constant communication, receiving phone calls or messages from unknown numbers has become increasingly common. Whether it's a missed call from an unfamiliar number, a potential scam or a ...

Our phones are a direct line to us, but sometimes we don’t want to give our numbers out to just anyone. They have more information attached to them than we might realize. Instead of giving your real ...

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After taking a career break, I had to jump back into the job market. I used ChatGPT to find open roles, write my résumé and cover letter, and prepare for interviews. I landed my dream job in AI, ...

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Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.