We find Karla’s compilations in the Magpie and the EV and IQ series. This will be his seventh Listener and they have covered a wide range of subjects. Where is ‘Spy’ going to take us?
Day: 23 October 2026
Guardian Cryptic crossword No 30,145 by Yank
Apologies for a delayed and slightly rushed blog. An interesting mix of clues today, and my favourites were 22ac, 23ac, 28ac, and 8dn. Thanks to Yank for the puzzle
Independent 12,494 by Phi
Is this our last Phi-day blog? We really hope not – but it certainly looks like it at present. Will we have a subscription app or will the i newspaper pick it up? Information on progress will no doubt be available on 225 – watch this space! Let’s hope a solution can be found.
Financial Times 18,513 by ARRIETTY
A tricky challenge from ARRIETY