‘Connections’ January 11: Answers and Hints for Puzzle #580

The Patriots have signed Harold Landry to a three-year, $43.5 million contract with $26 million guaranteed, boosting their pass rush. Landry, a former standout at Boston College, has been a consistent pass-rusher with 31.5 sacks over the last three seasons and familiarity with head coach Mike Vrabel. His arrival addresses New England's defensive needs after a lackluster 2024 season, where they struggled with sacks and takeaways. Full Article

Virginia officials confirmed a case of measles at Washington Dulles International Airport, prompting efforts to track down those potentially exposed to the virus. The individual returned from an international trip on March 5, with exposure at Terminal A between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. Texas has reported the highest number of measles cases since January, with most cases in unvaccinated children, while New Mexico reported its first measles death in an unvaccinated adult. Full Article

Former central banker Mark Carney won the Liberal Party leadership vote in a landslide, becoming Canada's next prime minister. Carney, 59, previously led the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, and currently serves as the UN's special envoy for climate action. With Canadian, U.K., and Irish citizenship, Carney has no political experience but is focused on transitioning to solely Canadian citizenship. Full Article

Former New York Jets star Davante Adams is signing a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Rams, joining the team as a premier receiver as Cooper Kupp is set to be traded. Adams was released by the Jets, saving $29.5 million in cap space, after a challenging season in 2024. Despite speculation of following Aaron Rodgers, Adams will now team up with Matthew Stafford in Los Angeles, adding veteran leadership to the Rams' receiving corps....

British chef Jameson Stocks criticized Meghan Markle's Netflix show, "With Love, Meghan," calling it terrible and painful to watch. He suggested that Markle should return to acting and declined an offer to consult on the show. Despite the negative reviews, the series was renewed for Season 2, with director Michael Steed emphasizing that it was not meant to portray Markle as a chef. Full Article

Tommy James abruptly ended his Las Vegas concert due to exhaustion after performing for an hour at the Golden Nugget casino, with his representative citing a busy schedule as the cause. Paramedics treated James on site before he left without incident, and he is now back in New Jersey preparing for his next show in Tulsa. The 77-year-old singer has a successful music career spanning decades, including hit songs like "Crimson And Clover" and "Mony...