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- Crosswords were banned in Paris during the Second World War,... for fear
of being misused. In fact, some editors were pulled up by the authorities
when there happened weird coincidences such as these. Two days prior
before an escape from the Wormwood Scrubs prison by a famous spy,
a crossword had included the name of the road outside the prison. - 1941: "Code Girls" recruitment; NYT proposal
- 1942:Bletchley Park recruitment; 1st NYT crosswords
- 1944: D-Day -- and Crosswords
- 1945: movie: Brief Encounter
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- The Daily Telegraph ran a misleading ad, offering to donate 100 British pounds to the Minesweeping Fund
if, under controlled conditions, anyone could solve their crossword puzzle in less than 12 minutes.
In fact, the ad was a ploy to recruit intelligence agents to work on enemy ciphers at Bletchley Park. - The Cryptic Crossword that Recruited for Bletchley Park9/18/2016
- Can You Solve a UK Intelligence Agency's Christmas Puzzle? GCHQ ; Giz; 12/10/2015
- Wikipedia: Bletchley Park; cryptanalysis
- Bletchley Park: Home of the CodeBreakersGoogle Cultural Institute; slideshow
- Turing's
1 Across: Breathable shorts fabric
The acknowledge here is MESH. A easy, everyday material used for comfort and breathability, especially in athletic wear. This straightforward clue sets the tone for a puzzle that mixes easy and tricky clues.
5 Across: World's second-largest metropolis by population, after Tokyo
The answer: DELHI. India is the capital city, having the second population rank after Tokyo, Japan. For this reason, it stands as a fact-based clue hinting towards global geography awareness.
6 Across: It doesn't get any better than this!
Here, the answer is IDEAL. An expression often used to describe something perfect or best. This clue is quite a play on words to fit in with a selection of situations.
7 Across: With 8-Across, Hanukkah duration
The answer is EIGHT. Hanukkah lasts eight days, which ties just perfectly into the theme of the holiday. This hint leads to the next one.
8 Across: See 7 Across
The respond to this one is DAYS, continuing the Hanukkah reference. The spans eight days, and this clue directs solvers to join it with the previous one.
1 Down: TV, radio, newspapers, social channels, etc.
The answer is MEDIA. A broad
Our TEN themed clues are all common, two-word phrases ending with “POINT”, but reinterpreted as places where something happens. Very elegant …
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1A The small screen’s second Golden Age, informally : PEAK TV
“Peak TV” is a term used to describe the period that saw a dramatic increase of scripted TV series being produced, starting in the late 1990s. One thinks of shows like “Sex and the City”, “The Sopranos” and “The West Wing” that led the way. This revolution took place when cable channels started investing in and producing quality content, adding to the shows being created by traditional TV networks. Some argue that the Peak TV era ended in the early 2020s. Streaming providers no longer routinely drop full seasons of shows, binge-watching is on the decline, and commercial breaks are becoming more common.
7A Completed in two under par : EAGLED
The following terms are routinely used in golf for scores relative to par:
- Bogey: one over par
- Par
- Birdie: one under par
- Eagle: two under par
- Albatross (also “double eagle”): three under par
- Condor: four under par
No one has ever recorded a condor during
[Updated] Top 11 Largest Cities in the World By Population 2025
The world’s population has reached 806.19 crores, which is around 8.2 billion according to Worldometer data, and it is growing continuously. This rapid increase is especially visible in cities around the world, where more people are moving in almost every day to live, work, and build their futures. Two big reasons behind this trend are globalisation and urbanisation. These forces are making cities more crowded than ever, giving rise to megacities, which are huge urban areas with millions of people.
As of now, Tokyo is one of the most populous cities in the world, according to World Population Review. The current population of the city, according to 2025 data, is more than 37 crores
Here, is a list of the 10 most populous cities in 2025. It’s an overview of how urban growth is changing the world and introducing new ways of life.
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11 Largest Cities by Population
As expected, the three largest cities by population belong to three of the most populous countries in the world. Japan, India, and China. Here they are:
Toyama, Osaka make the NYT’s list of places to go in 2025
The New York Times has once again highlighted Japan as a top travel destination, listing Toyama and Osaka among its “52 Places to Go in 2025.”
The announcement on Jan. 7 has been met with enthusiasm by local governments eager to attract more international tourists.
Toyama, nestled on the country’s north coast, was placed 30th on the list, with the headline, “Enjoy cultural wonders and culinary delights while skipping the crowds.”
The Times highlighted the city’s traditional events like the Owara Kaze no Bon dance festival and local culinary experiences such as pairing wine with oden pot dishes.
The article also acknowledged the impact of the Noto Peninsula earthquake that struck the region in January last year, noting that the city is working to attract tourists as part of its recovery efforts.
Toyama Mayor Hirohisa Fujii expressed his delight at the recognition, stating, “This is amazing news. We are all very excited.”
He highlighted the city’s rich history, culture and natural beauty, as well as its innovative urban planning initiatives.
“I believe that our Kengo Kuma-designed Glass Art Museum and our compact