Stuck on today’s NYT Mini Crossword? Don’t worry—we’ve got all the answers you need for the February 4, 2026 puzzle. This compact crossword offers a quick brain teaser perfect for your morning routine or coffee break.
Today’s Mini Crossword Theme
Today’s puzzle features a mix of media references, geography, and animal clues. The standout clue references a 2025 rebranding that transformed a well-known news channel.
Across Clues & Answers
“The Rachel Maddow Show” channel, after a 2025 rebranding Answer: MS NOW
Childhood Answer: YOUTH
Greek letter after zeta and eta Answer: THETA
What helicopter parents do Answer: HOVER
Sound at the dog park Answer: ARF
Down Clues & Answers
“Cats always land on their feet,” e.g. Answer: MYTH
Neighborhood in both London and Manhattan Answer: SOHO
___ York, Spanish name for New York Answer: NUEVA
Furry mammal that eats crustaceans Answer: OTTER
Docking area Answer: WHARF