“Wordle,” the popular New York Times word game, challenges players to guess a five-letter word with six tries daily in the games section. The December 16, 2024, hint was “Loud and excessively prideful,” with the answer starting with the letter B being BOAST. Created by software engineer Josh Wardle during the COVID-19 lockdowns, Wordle has become a global sensation, with Wardle advising innovators to pursue their passions authentically rather than replicating his success.
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Famed Philippine film star Nora Aunor dies at 71
Nora Aunor, a celebrated Filipino film star, has passed away at 71, as announced by her children on social media without details on her cause of death. Her daughter, Lotlot de Leon, praised Aunor's unmatched talent and artistry, emphasizing her significant impact on generations. Aunor, born into poverty in Iriga, enjoyed a prolific 70-year career in television, music, and film, receiving the National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts honor in 2022, the Philippines' highest...
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