Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 5, #316

If Black Mirror had made a movie 15 years earlier, it would look a lot like Strange Days. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/this-forgotten-y2k-sci-fi-movie-deserves-another-watch/#ftag=CADf32

Don't try to play your new Switch 2 in a hot room. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/switch-2-overheating-nintendo-just-posted-a-warning-you-shouldnt-ignore/#ftag=CADf328eec

Staub cookware is on par with the more expensive Le Creuset, and its signature French enamelware cocotte is one of the most versatile pots in my kitchen. https://www.cnet.com/deals/i-test-kitchen-gear

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Aug. 5 No. 520. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-aug-5-520/#ftag=CADf328eec

Beckon Jean Grey and Blade and get down to battle in style with new free skins in Marvel Rivals Season 3. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/every-free-skin-available-marvel-rivals-season-3/#ftag=CADf32

Earth will complete its daily rotation between 1.25 and 1.51 milliseconds faster than usual, and scientists aren't quite sure why. https://www.cnet.com/science/earth-is-spinning-weirdly-faster-making-

Here are some highly rated series to check out, plus a look at what's new in August. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-series-on-prime-video-aug-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec