Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Dec. 19, #291

Costco offers deals on bulk groceries, home essentials and more. But exactly how much can you save? I did the math. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/thinking-about-getting-a-costco-membership-heres-how-muc

Your freezer-burned food and electricity bill will thank you. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-defrost-and-clean-your-freezer-the-right-way/#ftag=CADf328eec

Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore won't be back on Earth before March, but at least they got to go outside. https://www.cnet.com/science/stranded-nasa-astronaut-on-the-iss-takes-a-spacewalk-with-another

Block, Inc. was fined $175 million for mishandling security issues. Here's who's eligible for a payout. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/cashapp-customers-could-get-a-refund-for-fraud-protection-

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 124 for Saturday, Jan. 25. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-jan-

Here's what to know before starting or contributing to a donation on the fundraising platform. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/gofundme-is-helping-la-wildfire-victims-rebuild-but-is-it-enough/#f

Whether a clogged water filter or an electrical issue, here's how to troubleshoot your ice maker when it stops producing ice. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/ice-maker-on-the-rocks-her