The popular crossword puzzle has been a fixture in The Times since the 1940s.
The Times’s iconic daily crossword puzzle, The Times Crossword, has been a staple of the newspaper for over 70 years. It was introduced in 1942 and has remained a constant feature of the paper ever since. On November 3rd, The Times announced that it would be ending its long-running crossword puzzle on December 31st. Why is this so significant? And what will happen to the beloved tradition?
What is The Times Crossword?
The Times Crossword is one of the most popular and well-known puzzles in Britain. It’s been around for over 70 years and is an essential part of any avid reader’s routine. According to The Guardian, around 200,000 copies are printed every day.
Why is it ending?
According to a statement from The Times, there are two main reasons why they’re ending their daily crossword: lack of interest from readers and difficulty recruiting new contributors.
