Daily hard — 2026-10-14

Across

1. 1. A segment found at the end of a book or document. (8)
2. 4. This term defines the speed of electromagnetic waves in vacuum (10)
3. 7. Phrase popularised by a Beatles song about taking chances (9)
4. 8. 70s trend for mood lighting and funky decor (8)
5. 10. Cooking vessel often associated with shellfish (10)
6. 11. Club that recently celebrated UEFA playoff success. (4)
7. 13. Event to collect gifts for children in need (8)
8. 16. County in Ireland famous for its historic castles and craft. (8)
9. 17. Personification often depicted with a scythe and hourglass (10)
10. 18. Term for a variable that compensates for uncertainty (11)
11. 19. These joyous eruptions are sometimes called belly shakers. (11)
12. 20. Phrase often used to indicate indifference to objections or concerns (8)

Down

1. 2. Tool that mimics the sound of a duck quacking. (8)
2. 3. Term for an unusual realm of oddities and peculiarities. (12)
3. 5. Location of a winter wonderland in Russian folklore (9)
4. 6. Political and military alliance formed post-World War II (10)
5. 9. This outfielder is known for a record-setting debut in MLB. (10)
6. 12. Theoretical concept in nuclear physics related to energy release. (11)
7. 14. Term for a vice-presidential candidate in the US election (11)
8. 15. Expression of approval or encouragement. (11)