Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Dec. 5, #543

If you're interested in adding coconut oil pulling to your oral care routine, this is what dentists want you to know about the pros, cons and research. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/coconu

Subscribers can access classic Activision games -- like Commando and Pitfall! -- on all four tiers. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/play-over-50-classic-games-from-the-80s-and-90s-on-x

Commentary: When I saw Google's AI shopping feature that wants to be like Cher's closet in Clueless, I had some serious questions. But I admit, Google surprised me. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-

We asked gardening professionals to recommend their must-have gear and which gadgets to leave on the shelf. https://www.cnet.com/news/9-best-gardening-tools-according-to-a-master-gardener-and-a-hortic

Microsoft filed a brief in support of Epic Games and says Apple is in the way of it offering a full Xbox storefront on iOS. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/microsoft-sees-opening-for-x

There's a new airline safety rule for everyone's favorite travel tech because of the risk of fire. https://www.cnet.com/tech/southwest-airlines-says-you-cant-use-portable-chargers-inside-your-bags/#ft

Want to perfectly cook a whole chicken at home this summer? This air fryer recipe is so good, you will never think about store-bought rotisserie again. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/roast-a-whole-chicke