Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers for Thursday, August 7 originally appeared on Parade. Move over, Wordle, Connections and Mini Crossword—there's a new NYT word game in town! The New York Times's recent game, "Strands," is becoming more and more popular as another daily activity fans can find on the NYT website and app.

The New York Times Strands puzzle for August 7, 2025, challenges players with the theme "Rock solid." Hints are provided to assist in finding the Spangram, HOLDFAST, and theme-related words like FIRM,

According to Washington State Patrol (WSP), a car was heading east on Highway 28 when it left the road and went into a ditch. WSP said the crash happened one mile south of Ephrata, Washington, just after 3:30 a.m. Monday morning.