Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 2, #425

To keep your towels germ-free, you need to wash them often. And don't use fabric softener. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/i-thought-i-was-washing-my-bath-towels-often-enough-but-i-was-dead-wrong/#ftag=CA

The Leica Q3 43 has gone with me everywhere to capture everything I see. https://www.cnet.com/pictures/ive-taken-over-25000-photos-with-my-new-leica-these-are-my-favorites/#ftag=CADf328eec

This feature lets you can launch your favorite apps from your lock screen or Control Center. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-secret-iphone-feature-lets-you-create-custom-controls/

Over 25,000 photos later, I'm happy I made the decision to buy a Leica Q3 43. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/i-bought-an-8000-point-and-shoot-camera-and-dont-regret-it-heres-why/#ftag=CADf328eec

Several benchmark refinance rates moved higher this week, but refinancing could be still make sense for other reasons. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refinance-rates-tick-higher-refin

A couple of key mortgage rates declined. Lower mortgage rates could bring positive news to the housing market in 2025. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/rates-decline-for-prospective-buy

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 6. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-june-6/#ftag=CADf328eec