‘Pretty damn bullish’: Democrats have high hopes for Paxton-Talarico showdown

Texas Democrats have wandered in the wilderness for decades. They hope a seminarian-turned-politician will finally lead them out. Now that Republicans have nominated Attorney General Ken Paxton for U.S. Senate, Democrats see November as their best opportunity this century to flip Texas blue. They have a favorable political environment, aided by nationwide dissatisfaction with the…

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An Oscars trivia question has X united in pedantry

If you’ve ever been to a pub quiz or a trivia night, you know folks can get granular on the details. And one X user’s experience has struck a chord with fellow trivia fiends. On Thursday, film critic Mattie Lucas (@cinemattie) posted of her experience at a local trivia night, in which punters were seemingly…

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NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for July 3, 2026

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…

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