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Many puzzles can stump even the smartest players. But which head-scratcher is the hardest in the world?

By Terri Briseno

In Japanese, the word Futoshiki means unequal. And if you like sudoku or KenKen, this number puzzle might be your next addiction.

By Jonathan Strickland

Sitting around in front of the television is an American pastime, but it's not the best vehicle for connecting with your kids. Family events and activities are where the real memories are made, and you don't need much more than a deck of cards.

By Emilie Sennebogen

Some of the best strategy games -- those that require thinking rather than luck or physical ability -- have been around for centuries, while others have been released in the past decade. Which ones stand out from the pack?

By John Kelly

The ancient Chinese game of mahjong has evolved into numerous versions as its popularity spread throughout the world. What are the basic rules you can use to get started playing?

By Jennifer Sellers

The game of chess has been challenging the human mind for centuries and the Netflix show "The Queen's Gambit has made it more popular than ever. How do you play this time-honored board game?

By Meredith Bower

Checkers is easy enough for young kids to play but adults can have fun mastering the billions of moves as well. So how do you get started?

By Thorin Klosowski

Scrabble is a crossword game of both skill and chance -- you have to have a good knowledge of words, but you're also stuck with whatever tiles you pick. After all, what can you spell with an X, a Z and an L?

By Jill Jaracz

In 1954, two Canadians on a yacht created the addicting dice game as way to pass time. And while Yahtzee may be a game of chance, but there's a fair amount of strategy involved, too.

By Julia Layton & Carrie Whitney, Ph.D.

UNO is one of the world's most popular card games for several reasons. It's easy to learn, fun to play and allows ample opportunities to shout in the face of imminent victory. No, really: It's right there in the rules.

By Marie Willsey

Sometimes a newspaper reader's worst nightmare isn't a pesky ad or a poorly written opinion piece -- it can be as short as the four-letter answer for 53 down. We have 10 tips that can get you one step closer to finishing your crossword puzzles.

By Meghan E. Smith

The game of dominoes is quite simple -- all you have to do is connect tiles with the same number of pips to each other until you have none left. Playing the game is simple, but winning is another story.

By Josh Clark

Between sports practices, computers and televisions, old-fashioned family time doesn't always happen every day. Here are some great ideas to get the family off the couch and spending time with each other.

By Heather Kolich & Kiersten Aschauer

A Pisces born on March 15 is symbolized by the Fish, has an idealistic nature, and is put off by negativity. Learn more about March 15 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born on March 16 is symbolized by the Fish and has a psychic sensitivity and idealistic nature. Learn about March 16 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born on March 17 is symbolized by the Fish, is often talented, and has a sensitive nature. Learn about March 17 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born on March 18 is symbolized by the Fish and is centered, emotionally and spiritually. Learn about March 18 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born March 19 is symbolized by the Fish and has a sensitive, sunny disposition and positive outlook. Learn about March 19 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born March 20 is symbolized by the Fish, has an artistic nature, and can be emotionally distant. Read more about March 20 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Cancer born on July 4 is symbolized by the Crab and has a humanitarian streak. Learn more about July 4 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Cancer born on July 14 is symbolized by the Crab and is quick-witted and highly verbal. Learn more about July 14 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born on March 1 is symbolized by the Fish, has strong views on morality, and is competitive. Learn about March 1 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born on March 2 is symbolized by the Fish, has many talents, and has an empathetic, sociable nature. Learn about March 2 birthday astrology

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born on March 3 is symbolized by the Fish and has an aggressive, opinionated personality. Learn about March 3 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips

A Pisces born on March 4 is symbolized by the Fish and has a courageous, iconoclastic personality. Learn about March 4 birthday astrology.

By Jill M. Phillips