"The New York Times" Sunday crossword---now accessible for all solvers The" New York Times" Sunday crossword is the world's most famous and popular puzzle--and for good reason: The giant-size grids, inventive themes, and creative, challenging clues have made it an enduring feature since its inception in 1942. Now, there's a new way to try the "Times "Sunday crossword "In The New York Times Super Sunday Crossword Puzzles," fifty of the best Will Shortz-edited creations have been printed with both the original, hard clues that appeared in the paper and brand-new, easier clues edited by Shortz for solvers who want to try a lesser challenge. So whether you feel like trying the original puzzles or giving the new, easier versions a go, why not brew a cup of coffee, sharpen a pencil, and prepare to try the most famous puzzles in the world.