NYT Connections Feb. 22: When Puzzles Get Weird (And Why We Keep Playing)

Breaking down today's Connections puzzle answers, from misfits to Teddy Roosevelt. Why these word games have us hooked.

Everything You've Been Doing Wrong in the Bathroom (According to a Surgeon)

A renowned anal surgeon reveals why your bathroom habits might be causing more harm than good, and what you should do instead.

The AI 'Decline Porn' Problem: How Deepfakes Are Fueling Racist Narratives About Western Cities

AI-generated videos spreading fake narratives about urban decay are going viral. Here's how deepfakes are weaponized for political anger.

The Rise of 'Decline Porn': How AI Deepfakes Are Weaponizing Urban Fear

AI-generated deepfakes fueling racist narratives about Western cities. How creators cash in on divisive content with zero accountability.

The AI Startup Graveyard: Why Wrapping GPT and Slapping a UI Isn't a Business Model Anymore

Google's startup czar says LLM wrappers and AI aggregators are heading toward extinction. Here's what actually survives.

Trump's 10% Global Tariff: A Workaround After Supreme Court Smackdown

After the Supreme Court rejected his tariff authority, Trump pivots to a new legal strategy. Here's what it means for your wallet.

The Olympics Memorabilia Gold Rush: Why Your Volunteer Sweatshirt Could Be Worth Hundreds

Milano Cortina Olympics collectibles are already selling for 3-4x their original price. Here's what's actually worth the hype.

Sarvam's Indus App Is India's Latest Bet Against Global AI Dominance

Indian AI startup Sarvam launches Indus, a homegrown chat app challenging OpenAI and Google in the world's fastest-growing AI market.

NASA's Artemis II is Almost Ready to Launch—If Those Hydrogen Seals Don't Leak Again

After a successful second fueling test, NASA is targeting March 6 for the Artemis II launch, but engineers still have work ahead.

NASA's Artemis II Gets Green Light for March Launch After Fixing Its Leaky Rocket Problem

After a successful second fueling test, NASA targets March 6 for Artemis II launch with four astronauts heading to the Moon.

Brand Safety Isn't About Perfection—It's About Control

Your brand's reputation lives online now. Here's how to protect it before something goes wrong.

Trump's Supreme Court Loss Sparks New Tariff Blitz: What Just Happened

After SCOTUS strikes down his tariff strategy, Trump pivots to a new 10% global tariff. Here's what it means for your wallet.