puzzle

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But the Japanese film “Exit 8” from director Genki Kawamura, based on the scare-adjacent loop puzzle game that became a sensation a few years ago, has in mind a movie experience that’s truly like playing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The researchers tested their system using the Tower of Hanoi puzzle, a classic problem that requires careful planning.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Other scientists were quick to contest TurboQuant’s capabilities, leaving investors with a puzzle.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

At one point, Justice Samuel Alito, echoing Winston Churchill, described the key, five-word provision of the 14th Amendment as “a puzzle wrapped in an enigma wrapped in a mystery.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“Ray has invited Boo and me to Celia’s for dinner. He said tonight is your puzzle night.”

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko