Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 7, #226

Refinance rates were mixed, but one key rate climbed. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/30-year-fixed-refinance-rate-increases-mortgage-refinance-rates-on-may-21-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

A few major mortgage rates climbed higher. Here's what experts say is next for the housing market this year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-increase-for-prospective-buy

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 21. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-wednesday-may-21/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: I used AI to see how different outfits would look on me, and the results were revealing. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-took-googles-new-try-on-feature-for-a-spin-it-was-fascinating-an

The L'Or Barista coffee and espresso system has completely transformed my mornings. It's now free with a capsule order over $79. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-coffee-and-espresso-system-changed-my-l

NotebookLM can make the most out of your documents and notes. Here's what to know, and how I use it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/notebooklm-has-quickly-become-my-absolute-favorite-

From its new Project Aura XR glasses to Chrome's wants-to-be-more-helpful AI mode, Gemini Live and new Flow generative video tool, Google puts AI everywhere. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-an