Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 12 #527

From rice to bottled water, you may be ingesting microplastics. However, there are some simple ways to minimize your exposure. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/8-common-foods-that-can-contain-mic

The chatbot created personalized suicide notes for a fictional 13-year-old girl. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/study-reveals-chatgpt-gives-dangerous-guidance-to-teens-despite-safety-

The American automaker announced a $5 billion investment into its EV plants, a new electric vehicle platform and an affordable electric truck arriving in 2027. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/ford-

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Aug. 12, No. 1,515. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-aug-12-1515/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Aug. 12, #793. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-aug-12-793/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Duracell M150 isn't the most powerful device you can find, but it has two features most power stations don't: a charging dock to keep it topped up and a light that comes in handy in a blackout. ht

The battle heats up in Season 3.5 as a Phoenix Force-infused Blade enters the fray. Kit out your heroes in these free skins to prepare for the fight. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/get-a-free-thing-