Uppercut defense in bridge column analysis
West faces a 40 point hand after South opens three spades. The suggested defense teaches an uppercut by cashing club ace first to force partner’s spade queen ruff, yielding a setting trick and allowing declarer to be overruffed and the play to complete. The piece illustrates Bergen’s instructional approach with practical bidding and signaling context.
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Crossword by Thomas Joseph Across and Down clues
Puzzle page features a themed crossword with clues ranging from hoot to Greek letters and a cryptoquote sample. Includes entry lines for Across and Down hints, plus a daily cryptoquote puzzle and a quotation by Baltasar Gracian.
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Horoscope by Jacqueline Eigar Stars reveal your day across signs
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