Merry Christmas and Happy New Year …
… and any other appropriate greetings too numerous to list. As 2022 nears its end, I’d like to thank my team of faithful bloggers who all do a tremendous job of keeping an … Read more >>
Never knowingly undersolved
… and any other appropriate greetings too numerous to list. As 2022 nears its end, I’d like to thank my team of faithful bloggers who all do a tremendous job of keeping an … Read more >>
It appears that a bug has crept in which is affecting comment numbering. I will look into it today as a matter of urgency. This may be related to a licence renewal which … Read more >>
Hi all, It was great to meet so many from the Fifteensquared community over the weekend in York. A good time was had by all. As they become available, I’ll post a link … Read more >>
One of our regular setters is “Dictionary Corner” guest on Countdown this week. On Tuesday’s episode (Click here) he explains, albeit brief and rushed, a little bit about how the majority of clues … Read more >>
Hello all, After nearly 12 years and 940 blogs written I have decided to call it a day. I have enjoyed helping out 225 along the years and hope it carries on for … Read more >>
I heard today that George Hill passed away on Monday August 8th. George was the “HI” part of Hihoba, a trio who used to solve The Inquisitor together. Although latterly George did it … Read more >>
I’ve just heard from Grant Baynham’s partner, Moira, that Grant passed away last week. Grant blogged the FT puzzle every Tuesday. As far as I can see, this was his first blog published … Read more >>
On behalf of Tom Johnson A few days before my big birthday in mid-July, my wife, Jean, received a note from Peter Chamberlain asking her to ensure that we solved the General Knowledge … Read more >>
A vacancy has arisen for someone to blog Guardian Genius once every six months (on average). If you regularly solve Guardian Genius and feel able to contribute a blog then please let me … Read more >>
For the last thirteen years or so, this site has been maintained and administered by Gaufrid. Unfortunately, Gaufrid’s eyesight has been deteriorating gradually to the point where he finds it almost impossible to … Read more >>
Enigmatic Variations I’ve been seeing rumours that The Telegraph has decided to discontinue the EV from end of July. I say rumours because I’ve had no official word from anyone. I’ve tried emailing … Read more >>
John Young – RIP John H writes: With a very heavy heart, I must pass on to crossword friends the sad news of the death of the compiler John Young. Financial Times solvers … Read more >>
Very sad news received today, Neil Shepherd (Alberich / Klingsor) has died. He will be sorely missed.