If you've been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Thursday's puzzle, you're not alone, and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I'll reveal the answers further down.

Tim Mulkerin is a freelance writer, editor, and social media manager who has been working in digital media and the tech world since 2016. He has a bachelor's degree in art history and is currently ...

The biggest stories of the day delivered to your inbox.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kris Holt is a writer who covers video games and word games. For any newcomers joining us, here’s how to play Quordle: Just start ...

What if you could transform your coding routine into a seamless, hyper-efficient process that practically runs itself? Alex Finn explains how Boris Churnney, the mastermind behind Claude Code, has ...

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. By New York Times Games Good morning, dear connectors. Welcome to today’s Connections forum, where you can give and ...

I don’t want to admit it, but I did spend a lot of money online this holiday shopping season. And unsurprisingly, some of those purchases didn’t meet my expectations. A photobook I bought was damaged ...

AI tools like Google’s Veo 3 and Runway can now create strikingly realistic video. WSJ’s Joanna Stern and Jarrard Cole put them to the test in a film made almost entirely with AI. Watch the film and ...

First look: Google's latest generative model comes with a ridiculous name, but it's powered by a surprisingly serious engine. Nano Banana Pro recently debuted inside Gemini bringing a major jump in ...

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.