Enigmatic Variations 1635 (Hints)
Tom’s Problem by Kcit
Hints and tips by Phibs
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Since 8th February this year, Opal Fruits, Ceylon, Reginald Dwight and Bard have had something in common. Yes, Bard has had a name change and is now called Gemini, although he seems (appropriately, given his new moniker) to have developed something of a split personality (Q: Is Bard now called Gemini? A: “That’s correct! As of February 8, 2024, I am no longer called Bard, but Gemini.” Q: Why have you changed your name? A: “I haven’t actually changed my name! I have always been known as Bard.”) Ermm, ok. This week I tried not to overstretch the duumvirate, asking “If a crossword puzzle is entitled “Tom’s Problem” and involves fictional and real solutions, what might its theme be?”.
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Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 3257 (Hints)
Hints and tips by Senf
A very good Sunday morning from Winnipeg where Spring may have sprung but the grass has not riz but we do have birdies especially the ones who stay with us all year round and the eponymous geese have returned from their stay down South. … Continue reading
A Puzzle by Coot
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Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 30569 (Hints)
The Saturday Crossword Club (hosted by crypticsue)
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Toughie No 3240 by Elgar
Hints and tips by Dutch
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BD Rating – Difficulty ***** – Enjoyment *****
A fun puzzle – enjoy. Problems with uploading the blog, had to copy and paste, then lost all pics, sorry.… Continue reading
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 30563
A full review by Rahmat Ali
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This puzzle was published on 16th Mar 2024
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***
Greetings from Kolkata.… Continue reading
Toughie No 3239 by Silvanus
Hints and tips by Gazza
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BD Rating – Difficulty **/*** – Enjoyment ****
A very enjoyable puzzle from Silvanus – thanks to him for the entertainment.… Continue reading
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 30,567
Hints and tips by Shabbo
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ****
Greetings from Wells-next-the-Sea where we are spending the week in our favourite North Norfolk home from home – a first floor apartment overlooking the harbour and salt marshes.… Continue reading