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The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

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Ilma Lopez, co-owner of the Ugly Duckling luncheonette in Portland, Maine, has drawn criticism after putting up a "No ICE" poster.
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  • She said that putting up a "No ICE" poster led to negative calls and reviews — but also community support.
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SAVE $384: As of Jan. 28, the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G93SC Series is on sale for $899.99 at Amazon. That's a 30% discount on the list price.


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If your gaming setup is in need of an upgrade, this Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G93SC Series deal at Amazon will improve your visuals and save you some money. As of Jan. 28, this gaming monitor is more than $300 off, down to $899.99 from $1,283. It's a great addition to any setup, with a curved screen and seriously impressive graphics.

The two-quad-wide screen also gives you more than enough space and sharp detail, so every game feels far more immersive. The QD-OLED technology makes things pop, giving you truer colors and strong contrasts. And all of this is supported by DisplayHDR True Black 400 which makes sure dark scenes are exactly that.

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Performance-wise, it’s built for fast performance, with a 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms GtG response time, HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort, plus G-Sync compatibility, so there's less tearing and stutter. Other practical features include Auto Source Switch Plus, Picture-by-Picture for running two inputs side by side at native resolution, and a USB hub as well as multiple other input options.

This gaming monitor deal is only available for a limited time, so head to Amazon now to save big.


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A leaked organization chart for Starbucks revealed the 10 people who report to CEO Brian Niccol
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  • High-end gyms offer networking and social status for finance professionals.
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Ukraine's drone schools, like Dronarium, are training drone operators for the war and trying to stay on top of fast-changing tech and tactics.
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