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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
NYT Connections Hints Today, June 26, 2025: Time for answers and tips for mastering the game
The New York Times' Connections puzzle continues to attract attention from players across the world. Released daily, the game asks users to sort 16 different words into four groups of four. Each group is based on a shared idea or pattern. NYT Connections Puzzle for June 26, 2025 Each day, Connections presents a fresh puzzle that requires players to identify common themes across a set of unrelated words. The challenge involves reasoning and language skills. The June 26 edition, Puzzle #746, introduced several unexpected connections that made categorizing the words more complex for many players. Hints or Clues for Today's Puzzle Categories To help players without giving away the full answers immediately, here are brief hints to consider: Hint 1: Phrases starting with 'Caesar' Hint 2: Different kinds of tools or devices Hint 3: Characters known from a legal drama series Live Events Hint 4: Words found in card-related terms These hints aim to guide players without revealing the direct answers, encouraging independent problem-solving. Also Read: A haven for many Americans and asylum seekers, Portugal now tightens citizenship rules for foreigners - key points Answers for NYT Connections Puzzle #746 Once players attempt the game, they might still need help to solve the puzzle fully. The categories and how they relate to the included words are detailed below: Category One – Salad Items: CHEESE, DRESSING, LETTUCE, PROTEIN These items are all common parts of a salad, often featured in variations such as Caesar or mixed greens. Category Two – Tools and Equipment: ENIGMA, PINBALL, SEWING, VENDING Each word here refers to a type of machine or tool, often found in specific work or entertainment settings. Category Three – TV Legal Drama Characters: DAMAGES, GOLIATH, MATLOCK, SUITS All these words are names or titles of characters or shows centered around legal themes and lawyers. Category Four – Card Game Terminology: BOJACK, HAWKING, LOVELACE, MCQUEEN These words appear to reference names but are also linked through playing card themes or stylized character names often used in games. What is the Game Format? Connections is different from other word games. Instead of filling blanks or solving clues, players must group words by finding a common pattern. It can be a shared meaning, cultural link, or type of object. Each correct group is highlighted in a color: Yellow: The easiest group Green and Blue: Medium-level groups Purple: The most difficult group Each puzzle gives the player four chances to guess incorrectly. After that, the game ends. Also Read: You won't believe how many hours you spend on the toilet with your phone — doctors say it's risky How to Play NYT Connections? Read all 16 words carefully. Look for any words that clearly relate to one another. Select a set of four and submit them. If correct, the words are grouped and color-tagged. Continue the process until all four groups are correctly sorted. Use the clues given or logical deductions to avoid losing lives. Puzzle Solving Tips Begin with groups that are obvious. For example, food items or machines. Once a group is solved, use the remaining words to limit options. Remember that pop culture, names, and wordplay often play a role. Hints given in the puzzle or game interface can guide choices. Try to learn from past mistakes to recognize repeated themes in future puzzles. FAQs What is the goal of the NYT Connections puzzle? Players must sort 16 words into four groups of four that share a common theme, using logic and pattern recognition to succeed. How is difficulty shown in the Connections game? The game uses color tags to show difficulty: Yellow is easy, Green and Blue are medium, and Purple is the hardest.
Eater
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
All-Day Cafes Rule Dallas Restaurant Openings in June
Every month, a new crop of restaurants opens in the Metroplex. While everyone loves a good steakhouse, sushi spot, and burger joint, this round-up will give you the high-end spots and the low-end spots that are new to town — be they good, bad, or so bad that they're good/so good they're bad. Whether it's a locally owned restaurant or the latest addition of a chain, here's what's happening in the world of DFW restaurant openings for the month. Send your openings news to dallas@ 5880 State Highway 121, Suite 103B in Plano Rye restaurant owners Tanner Agar and Taylor Rause drew inspiration from Spain and Portugal for their new restaurant, Flamant. Diners can find dishes like the highly Instagrammable scallop crudo, served in a dressing that incorporates spirulina to give it a blue hue, and Faux Gras made from cashews, preserved lemons, brandy, and lacto-fermented blackberry jam tucked into a hinge-topped glass jar. For those who want to have three or four courses, there are soups and salads (the Caesar comes with sweet bacon, which is different), pastas, and large entrees, like ragu bianco. All of the protein-based entrees, which include chicken thighs with roasted vegetables, mussels and chorizo, ocean trout with farro and local greens, and a wagyu ribeye with a smoked sugar rub and beurre rouge, are cooked over the open fire grill. 7949 Walnut Hill Lane, #130 in Dallas North Dallas gets a neighborhood bistro with Ella, which took over the space that Chido Taco Lounge formerly occupied. (Customs, the Latin-inspired speakeasy upstairs, remains.) Julian Shaffer, winner of Michelin's Exceptional Cocktails Award at Rye, is the beverage director and general manager. Executive chef Kyle Farr, formerly of Michelin-recognized Sachet and the now-closed Boulevardier, is in the kitchen. Farr serves up dishes including shrimp and masa dumplings, steak tartare, pork cheeks with orange jus, and short ribs slow-braised in red wine. The cocktails by Shaffer include sweet treats like the Chocolate Raspberries (brandy, raspberry, and cocoa butter) and spicy ones like the Salsa Verde Ranch Water (tequila and mezcal with tomatillo and citrus). 8420 Preston Center Plaza in Dallas The latest spot from Travis Street Hospitality is the group's first foray outside of Knox-Henderson and into North Dallas. The classic French brasserie treds on familiar territory, but this space has a laid back vibe. Founders Stephan Courseau and Daniele Garcia, along with culinary director Bruno Davaillon, have imagined an Americanized take on French culture — reflective of themselves — with a menu serving crepes, rillettes, quiche, poulet rôti, tartare de boeuf, salade Parisienne, and pâtes au pistou. It's an all-day cafe, so there are coffee and pastries in the morning, along with a wine and cocktail list for the afternoon and evening. 6101 Hillcrest Avenue in Dallas The man behind Michelin-recognized Nonna and Barsotti's, Julian Barsotti, opens a Tex-Mex grill in the Park Cities. It's right across the street from Southern Methodist University, in the Graduate Hotel. The menu offers tableside guacamole service, brisket quesadillas, cheese enchiladas, and an array of fajita platters. The restaurant is also open for brunch, serving migas, grits y posole, breakfast quesadillas, and more. 1949 North Stemmons Freeway, 9th Floor in Dallas For whatever regrettable reason, One Monkey Bar wasn't enough for this town. Obviously, the bar's second location has opened on the rooftop of the Tru by Hilton Dallas Market Center, with an outdoor patio and indoor bar, serving Mombo Taxi frozen margaritas with a sangria swirl. It also has a few specialty margaritas worth asplurge: there's the #fortytwo, a $60 version made with Don Julio 1942, as well as the Con Clase, a $50 alternative with Clase Azul Plata. The rest of the drinks stay firmly in the $13 to $18 range. 2681 Howell Street in Dallas Introducing the latest addition to the list of restaurants at the Quad: Two Hands, a cafe from an Australian hospitality group. It has cute, Instagram-worthy decor with a Marfa vibe, and a $49 prix fixe dinner menu, which is not a bad deal for three courses. The rest of the fare is exactly what anyone would expect — crispy Brussels sprouts, a salmon quinoa bowl, avocado toast, a smash burger, and steak au poivre. 2100 Alamo Road, Suite S in Richardson A fully halal cafe serving Iranian food and coffee has opened in Richardson. It is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night meals (Visit until midnight daily.) Look for chicken and beef shawarma, eggplant salad, Iraqi salad (a mix of beets, cucumber, chickpeas, and tomatoes), tabbouleh, and hummus. For breakfast, it's slinging a cheese platter, kebabs, and makhlama (a skillet of ground beef topped with softly fried eggs). The interior resembles your standard-issue restaurant in the 'burbs, but it's got a rad patio with a thatched roof and ceiling fans that looks like a wonderful spot to chow down on. 2918 West Pioneer Parkway in Arlington The little Christmas-themed restaurant that could is open and serving Tex-Mex once again, under new ownership. Chef Moose Benhamacht and co-owner Liesl Best reworked the menu (and replaced some of those old decorations), and are offering chicken enchiladas, steak flambe, roast chicken, grilled salmon and pork ribs, fajitas, tacos, and more. The restaurant has been around since the 1980s, thrilling families with its over-the-top holiday decor. 160 West Sandy Lake Road in Coppell Coppell gets a new Indian spot for lunch and dinner, and brunch on weekends. Some of the most intriguing menu items include the tofu silk, made using a secret recipe, and Silk 99 Chicken Wings, centering on another secret sauce. Or, break out of your usual lunch rut with dishes of pineapple chicken or shrimp; Cream of Dallas soup with chicken, lamb, or seafood; and the Silk Road Royal dinner for two, a prix fixe menu set at $75. The vibe is typical of DFW Indian restaurants, save for the floor, which looks and feels like stepping over an ocean. Very cool. See More: Dallas Restaurant News Dallas Restaurant Openings
Khaleej Times
20-06-2025
- General
- Khaleej Times
Meet UAE's dog whisperer who trains elite canines for search, rescue, security
What began as a personal bond with dogs became a life-changing mission for Mohammad Anwar. He turned his deep love for animals into pioneering domestic dog training, becoming the first Emirati project specialising in producing police dogs trained for all needs. At just 11, Anwar developed a deep bond with dogs, which started by feeding strays leftovers from home. 'I used to care for street dogs,' he said. 'It became such a big part of my life that school started slipping.' Concerned, his father made a deal: if Anwar improved in school, he would be rewarded with a dog. Anwar kept his promise and had his first dog, a German Shepherd. But his next dog, Caesar, truly changed his life. 'Caesar was like my shadow,' Anwar recalled. 'He stayed with me for nearly six years.' Their bond was tested after a football match when Anwar was attacked. As others ran, Caesar broke free and rushed to protect him. 'He started licking the blood off my face, letting out a sound like he was crying,' he said. 'He was the only one who came back for me.' That moment sparked a mission: 'I realised nothing is more loyal than a dog.' Determined to deepen his knowledge, Anwar taught himself dog behaviour through YouTube before enrolling in specialised courses in the Netherlands. The training helped him understand the importance of both positive and negative reinforcement, as well as how to stay calm and responsive while working with animals. 'Knowing when to be calm and how to respond correctly makes all the difference in earning a dog's trust,' he said. By 2015, the idea for a specialised dog training centre took root. Two years later, in 2017, he officially launched the project. Today, Anwar's facility breeds and trains dogs for various professional roles, including search and rescue, narcotics detection, criminal investigations, and protection of critical infrastructure. The centre houses up to 46 highly trained dogs at any given time. 'We've reached a stage where we're exporting trained dogs to countries like the US, UK, Switzerland, and across the Arab world,' Anwar said. Government agencies now rely on his dogs, and his team also runs specialised training programmes for security personnel. But the journey has not been without challenges. Relocating his training centre multiple times across the Emirates has been one of Anwar's biggest hurdles. 'Each move meant starting over financially,' he said. The shift from Sharjah to Umm Al Quwain was particularly tough due to a lack of income. 'I put everything I had into it,' he recalled. In 2022, he moved again to Ras Al Khaimah, where he finally found the needed space and support. 'I hoped to stay at least ten years to settle and repay my debts.' During those tough times, one of Anwar's dogs, Boo, who was kept for emotional support, played a crucial role. 'When I was overwhelmed, he'd do silly things to make me laugh. He could sense my stress and helped me feel grounded,' he said. Anwar's resilience and dedication have not gone unnoticed. He has won over 23 titles in international dog competitions, taking top-spot trophies in prestigious shows in the UAE and Russia. In 2022, his team achieved a significant milestone by winning first place in the KNPV (Royal Dutch Police Dog Sport) championship in the Netherlands, one of the most respected competitions in police dog training. Currently, his centre produces around 25 to 30 high-performance dogs annually. His next target is to increase that number to 70 per year. 'The more the world sees our quality, the more they want. But quality can't be rushed,' he said. Anwar is quick to credit his team for the centre's success. 'I couldn't have done this alone. Their dedication has been important to this journey.' Looking ahead, 'In five years, I want this to be the largest dog training centre in the Middle East. After that, one that will be the top source globally,' he noted.
Los Angeles Times
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Daily Pilot/TimesOC writers win several Orange County Press Club awards
Daily Pilot and TimesOC writers won several awards at the Orange County Press Club Excellence in Journalism Awards gala held Wednesday night at Anaheim Hills Golf Club to honor the work county journalists did throughout 2024. Daily Pilot writer Sara Cardine won first place in the Best Public Affairs Story category for her look at an apartment complex on the west side of Costa Mesa that was due to be demolished after years of housing low-income tenants. 'I was thrilled to see my story on a topic local to the city of Costa Mesa considered alongside the coverage of wider reaching issues, handled by seasoned reporters who bring every resource to bear in telling important stories,' Cardine said. 'It's heartening to see this level of attention being paid to what's happening in Orange County.' Cardine also earned third place in the Best Investigative Story or Series category, after examining how the Rancho Santiago Community College District found $8 million of its own money that had been quietly held back by a third-party insurance vendor. That detailed look was part of a project she has been working on for more than two years. Gabriel San Román, who writes for TimesOC, earned a second-place award in Best Environmental News with his story on San Clemente's eroding beaches. He also earned a honorable mention nod in Best Beat Reporting for stories on a Disney labor dispute. Daily Pilot reporter Andrew Turner earned third place in Best Sports Story for his game story on Edison football winning its first state championship, capturing the CIF State Division 1-A title on a late touchdown pass from Sam Thomson to Jake Minter. Turner also earned honorable mention in Best Environmental News, as he wrote about a program in which Laguna Beach used grazing goats as part of its mitigation effort against wildfires. Sarah Mosqueda, who writes primarily for TimesOC, was working for the Los Angeles Times when she wrote about 10 of the best Caesar salads in Los Angeles. That article earned second place in the Best Round-Up or Best Of category. 'I'm incredibly proud of our team,' said Executive Editor Carol Cormaci. 'Their passion for storytelling, commitment to accuracy and deep sense of purpose come through in every article they write. The O.C. Press Club awards are a wonderful recognition of their work.' A full list of award winners is available on the organization's website.
New York Post
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Influencer shocks fans by revealing the controversial ingredient in Worcestershire sauce
Worcestershire sauce is a condiment often used to add flavor to dishes such as pasta, casseroles, pies, and even Bloody Mary cocktails. But it's only recently that people have discovered its key ingredient, and it's completely blowing their minds. Advertisement The tangy sauce is typically made with water, vinegar, brown sugar, golden syrup, salt, tamarind, spices, onion powder, and garlic powder. However, people have been left stunned to find out that the sauce also contains a rather polarizing ingredient – anchovies. 3 Worcestershire sauce is typically made with water, vinegar, brown sugar, golden syrup, salt, tamarind, spices, onion powder, and garlic powder. Tiktok/@dianakonfederat The revelation came to light after a mom and home cook shared her take on a Caesar salad, which she declared was 'picky child approved' as it contained no anchovy fillets, unlike a typical Caesar salad. Advertisement Diana Konfederat instead added a dash of the brown condiment to the salad's dressing, saying, 'this has anchovies in it'. 3 Diana Konfederat added a dash of the condiment to her Caesar salad dressing, saying, 'this has anchovies in it.' Tiktok/@dianakonfederat 'Please don't come for me for not using fresh anchovies,' she added. 'I don't like them, my kids don't like them.' Although thousands were keen to recreate her version of Caesar salad dressing, many were shocked to discover that anchovies were hiding in the sauce. Advertisement 'Wait a second. I had no idea Worcestershire sauce had anchovies in it,' said one user. 3 'Please don't come for me for not using fresh anchovies,' she added. 'I don't like them, my kids don't like them,' as viewers were shocked about the ingredient in Worcestershire sauce. Tiktok/@dianakonfederat 'I just ran to check my sauce – and yes. I haven't eaten Caesar dressing since I've learned it's in there and all along I've been eating this. I'm dead,' admitted a second. 'My mind is blown, Worcestershire sauce has anchovies?!' yet another commenter exclaimed. Advertisement 'Never knew that Worcestershire sauce contained anchovies,' a fourth added. Start and end your day informed with our newsletters Morning Report and Evening Update: Your source for today's top stories Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters However, several admitted they'd always steered clear of Caesar salad because of the fish, but were pleased to discover that Worcestershire sauce could be used to recreate that delicate, salty, fishy taste. 'YAY I've always wanted a non-fishy Caesar recipe,' one user wrote. 'This looks bomb – I hate anchovies, so this I could do,' someone else said. Anchovies are included in Worcestershire sauce to impart a deep, savory, and umami flavor. This umami, frequently characterized as a 'meaty' or 'brothy' taste, arises from the fermentation process and the natural compounds present in the anchovies. Advertisement The anchovies are matured in vinegar, which helps in breaking them down and releasing these flavor compounds and contributing to the sauce's distinctive character. As a result, many Worcestershire sauces aren't vegan. However, if you are vegan or simply don't like anchovies, plenty of fish-free Worcestershire sauce brands exist. Advertisement Vegan Worcestershire sauces include ingredients like molasses, tamarind, and vinegar to give the same complex, delicious flavor without the fish. For example, the home brand Woolworths Worcestershire sauce contains no anchovies, nor does the Coles home brand version. Popular brand Lea & Perrins does, however, contain anchovies.
