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June 20, 2021 Hello. Every day, we’ll send you stories we think you’ll love. Let us know what you’re interested in to improve your recommendations. Choose your interests WHAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED TODAY New York Faces Lasting Economic Toll Even as Pandemic Passes In the Wake of India’s Covid Crisis, a ‘Black Fungus’ Epidemic Follows No Witchcraft, but Specter of Covid Shaped a Classroom in Salem, Mass. Soviets Once Denied a Deadly Anthrax Lab Leak. U.S. Scientists Backed the Story. How Do They Say Economic Recovery? ‘I Quit.’ Go to homepage BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS From Sports ‘Here We Are, Again’: The Giants Stick to a Formula That Works San Francisco’s dynastic threesome of Buster Posey, Brandon Crawford and Brandon Belt is enjoying every second (and every hug) of what could be its final ride together. From L.G.B.T.Q. Graham Norton Comes Around The Irish entertainer is known for his freewheeling talk show, but in his novel “Home Stretch” he explores what it’s like for a gay man to return to his home and find both it and himself wholly transformed. From Social Justice How Republican States Are Expanding Their Power Over Elections In Georgia, Republicans are removing Democrats of color from local boards. In Arkansas, they have stripped election control from county authorities. And they are expanding their election power in many other states. From Science Wondering if the Vaccine Worked? Get the Right Test, at the Right Time Scientists generally recommend against antibody testing after vaccination. But for some people, it makes sense. From U.S. Police Shoot Driver Who Struck Cyclists at Arizona Bike Race Seven people were seriously injured when a man driving a pickup truck plowed into cyclists at a bike race in Show Low, Ariz., the police said. The driver was then shot and wounded by the police. This news digest is free, and highlights a small portion of New York Times journalism. To access all of it, consider becoming a subscriber with this special offer. IMPROVE YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS Science The wonders of humans and our world Books to Read Suggested reading from Times editors Health & Fitness Health news and expert advice COLUMNS AND SERIES The latest updates for you From Michelle Goldberg Opinion | Eric Adams Is Awful. I’m Putting Him on My Ballot. He'll be bad for progressives but still better than Andrew Yang. From Metropolitan Diary ‘Just From the Back of His Head, I Immediately Knew It Was Him’ A flashback to past matinees, smiles on the No. 1 and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary. From Nicholas Kristof Opinion | A 14-Year-Old Bride, Wed to Her Rapist, Playing on a Jungle Gym The United States has fought against child marriage around the world. Let’s do the same at home. TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT From Parents & Families She Never Saw Herself in Children’s TV Shows. So She Created Her Own. For Chris Nee, the producer behind the popular “Doc McStuffins” series, diversity and representation aren’t nice-to-haves. They’re the things she wished TV producers considered when she was a kid. From What to Cook What to Cook This Week Try a new recipe for jalapeño-marinated pork chops, or for baked crispy fish with tartar sauce. From Sports Sugar Rodgers Is Rewriting Her Life Story Through the W.N.B.A. Rodgers used basketball, and later her writing skills, to forge a brighter path after a painful childhood. The former All-Star is now an assistant coach for the Las Vegas Aces. From Business Dumb Money No More: How David Ellison Became a Hollywood High Flier When the young Oracle heir entered the entertainment industry, no one expected much. Instead, he’s built the rarest of businesses — a thriving, all-audiences, independent studio. From L.G.B.T.Q. They Put Up a Pride Flag. A Homeowners’ Group Said Take It Down. The Eastland Cove Homeowners Association in Broward County, Fla., said it was not on a list of approved flags. A couple face an initial fine of up to $50. THAT’S IT FOR TODAY Help us find the best stories for you. Choose your interests To stop receiving these emails, unsubscribe or manage your email preferences. Subscribe to the Times | Get the NYT app Change Your Email | Privacy Policy | Contact | Advertise | California Notices The New York Times Company 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018