Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Dec. 12, #284

The only game Player 456 wants to partake in is vengeance. Sweet, sweet vengeance. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/squid-game-season-2-review-red-light-green-light-is-still-the-scaries

Several benchmark refinance rates moved higher this week, making it harder to find a lower rate on a home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refi-rates-increase-for-homeowners-today

Some major mortgage rates inched up. Here's what to expect if you're in the market for a home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-climb-mortgage-interest-rates-today-f

Bloating is uncomfortable. Here is when you should be concerned about it. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/bloating-when-to-worry/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's how to check if anxiety is causing your chest pain and what you can do about it. https://www.cnet.com/health/mental/chest-pain-due-to-anxiety-the-symptoms-and-solutions/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for Connections: Sports Edition No. 94 for Dec. 26. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-dec-26-94/#ft

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 564 for Thursday, Dec. 26. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-26-564/#ftag=CADf328eec