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The Guardian - UK
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Adventures in puzzle-land: Sharpen your wits with Alex Bellos, the Guardian’s puzzle expert

Alex Bellos
Alex Bellos Photograph: Alex Bellos

In a world that can be overloaded with upsetting or relentless information, puzzles have long provided a haven for those wishing to escape for a few months. They are also excellent tools for challenging ourselves, and they have been associated with healthier long-term memory.

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