
Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 87 for Dec. 19. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-dec-19-87/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 557 for Thursday, Dec. 19. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-19-557/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,279 for Dec. 19. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-dec-19-1279/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the Dec. 19 Strands puzzle, No. 291. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-19-291/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 19. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-thursday-dec-19/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Xiaomi 14 Ultra packed a superb camera setup. Its follow up could be one of the best camera phones of next year. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/xiaomi-15-ultra-rumors-it-could-be-2025-best-camera-phone/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Federal Reserve cut rates as expected this month but backed off its predictions for next year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/stubborn-inflation-jeopardizes-additional-fed-rate-cuts-for-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Now at 37% off, the Sony WF-C510 wireless earbuds are ready to ship. https://www.cnet.com/deals/theres-still-time-to-get-these-sony-earbuds-before-christmas-if-you-order-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Grab a pair of Yamaha TW-ES5A True Wireless sports earbuds from Adorama as a Christmas gift for the active listener in your life. https://www.cnet.com/deals/you-can-get-these-180-yamaha-sports-earbuds-for-just-39-if-you-act-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Do your shakes take on the taste and texture of sawdust? Suffer no longer -- here's how to make a delicious post-workout drink. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/protein-shake-hacks-6-easy-tips-to-make-your-shakes-taste-great/#ftag=CADf328eec