Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 9, #402

Skip the long line at the smoothie shop and make one at home in a Mason jar instead. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/make-a-smoothie-in-an-instant-without-the-fuss-heres-how/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new owner of VPNSecure says it didn't know about the lifetime deals when it bought the VPN provider two years ago. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/vpnsecure-customers-discover-thei

Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 233, for May 14. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-14-233/#ftag=CAD

Alongside the new feature, the company is revamping the way Airbnb Experiences will work in the future. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/airbnb-services-emulates-the-hotel-experience-wi

Check out the sci-fi horror flick Companion. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/10-of-the-best-horror-movies-to-stream-on-max-may-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Millions of Americans are expected to be headed to the airport during the long weekend, which could affect your travel plans. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/memorial-day-travel-which-airlines-h

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