Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for July 29, #309

The 2025-26 season kicks off with the newly promoted Blues hosting the recently relegated Tractor Boys. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/efl-championship-soccer-stream-birmingham-vs-ips

Here are the scary flicks you should be streaming. https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/the-absolute-best-horror-movies-on-hulu-august-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Keeping your thermostat set to the ideal temperature can keep you cool this summer, while saving on energy costs at the same time. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/cut-down-on-ac-costs-d

One Google AI leader says Gemini's sad messages about itself are a glitch that the company plans to address. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-working-on-fix-for-glum-gemini-stuck

Commentary: If you think the iPhone is in trouble, you're not looking at the full picture. https://www.cnet.com/tech/apples-rivals-are-betting-big-on-ai-but-tim-cook-doesnt-need-to-worry/#ftag=CADf328

A habit I started to help me be more productive may also have aided my battle against insomnia. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/i-didnt-know-this-5-minute-bedtime-task-would-help-me-sleep-better/#ft

Whether you want the latest iPhone, a shiny new Samsung Galaxy S25 or a used older phone, here's how to make the most of your money. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/buying-a-new-iphone-or-android-pho