Daily alphabet — 2026-08-28

Across

1. 2. Phrase often heard before a TV segment starts (8)
2. 6. Traditional storage for an aromatic beverage enjoyed globally. (9)
3. 9. What happens when a wager goes wrong? (9)
4. 10. Famed French heroine and saint, burned at the stake. (9)
5. 15. Japanese pumpkin with a sweet flavour and green skin. (7)
6. 16. This child garnered media attention for his quick thinking in 2023. (9)
7. 18. Term for a little-known candidate gaining support in elections (9)
8. 19. Genre featuring groups like The Clash and Sex Pistols. (9)

Down

1. 1. Large stars in the later stages of stellar evolution. (9)
2. 3. Notable for their lack of content, these might not hatch (9)
3. 4. Controversial series showcasing differing family dynamics (8)
4. 5. This phrase gained popularity in music, often indicating discomfort. (8)
5. 7. Expressed in spoken words or sounds (9)
6. 8. Extremely elevated or intense (9)
7. 11. Indicator that can reveal fitness levels and stress responses. (9)
8. 12. Phrase popularised in basketball culture about readiness to play. (8)
9. 13. Comparative form of fast. (7)
10. 14. Magazine created by fans for fellow enthusiasts. (7)
11. 17. This brand launched 'Pong', one of the first arcade games (6)