Since the launch of the Crossword in 1942, The Times has captivated solvers by providing engaging word and logic games. In 2014, we introduced the Mini Crossword — followed by Spelling Bee, Letter ...

Challenge yourself every day with a free mini version of the classic crossword puzzle. Can you solve The Mini in minutes — or seconds? Play a new puzzle every day or browse the archive. Jump in to ...

NPR's Puzzlemaster Will Shortz has appeared on Weekend Edition Sunday since the program's start in 1987. He's also the crossword editor of The New York Times, the former editor of Games magazine, and ...