In 2023, 90 puzzle makers will have their first New York Times Crossword published. By Christina Iverson As the end of the year approaches, it’s fun to look back at our debut puzzle makers. We ...

TOKYO — Maki Kaji, the creator of the popular numbers puzzle Sudoku whose life's work was spreading the joy of puzzles, has died, his Japanese company said Tuesday. He was 69 and had bile duct ...