Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Dec. 14, #286

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,311 for Monday, Jan. 20. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-jan-20-1311/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 589 for Monday, Jan. 20. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-jan-20-589/#ftag=CADf328eec

This weekend's NFL playoff slate concludes in Buffalo on CBS and Paramount Plus. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/nfl-divisional-weekend-how-to-watch-ravens-vs-bills-today-on-cbs-and-pa

The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 is the recipient of the CNET Editors' Choice award -- and is now down to $90. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-bluetooth-speaker-is-down-by-40-just-in-time-for-mlk-day

Here's how to catch more of the deception-filled reality competition. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-traitors-release-schedule-when-episode-5-premieres-on-peacock/#ftag=CADf328eec

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The Rams and Eagles battle for a spot in the NFC Championship game, and you don't need cable to watch on NBC or stream on Peacock. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/nfl-divisional-weeken