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July 13, 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 G.O.P. Lawmakers Question Amazon’s Connections on Pentagon Contract Behind the Lordstown Debacle, the Hand of a Wall Street Dealmaker Death Toll Rises to 92 in Fire That Gutted Iraq Hospital Coronavirus Ward Russia’s most aggressive ransomware group disappeared. It’s unclear who made that happen. Texas Lawmakers, Dueling 1,300 Miles Apart, Map Out Next Voting Moves Go to homepage FROM SCIENCE Did a Cuttlefish Write This? Octopuses and squid are full of cephalopod character. But more scientists are making the case that cuttlefish hold the key to unlocking evolutionary secrets about intelligence. This Moth’s Name Is a Slur. Scientists Won’t Use It Anymore. The Entomological Society of America will no longer refer to common species of insects as “gypsy moths” and “gypsy ants,” because their names are derogatory to the Romani people. The world is worried about the Delta virus variant. Studies show vaccines are effective against it. Israel reported that the Pfizer vaccine was 64 percent effective against the Delta variant. Other studies suggest a higher rate. BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS From Education Schools Are Receiving $129 Billion in Stimulus Aid. Where Is It Going? There’s money for summer schools, tutors and field trips, but other urgent needs will not be addressed. From the Magazine As a Doctor, May I Refuse to See Unvaccinated Patients? The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on mitigating risk from Covid-19 without punitive measures —and more. From Opinion How Octopuses Upend What We Know About Ourselves What these mysterious sea creatures can teach us of the wonders of consciousness. From Sports With Shohei Ohtani, Baseball Embraces ‘Why Not?’ As his fellow All-Stars grapple with Ohtani’s brilliance, they focus on the difficult nature of his versatility. In a risk-averse game, he is an argument for going all in. From Business & Technology A Manchester Mural Was Defaced by Racist Graffiti. Soccer Fans Rushed to Fix It. A mural of the English star Marcus Rashford, marred by racist slurs after England lost the European soccer championship to Italy, was soon covered in messages of support from fans. IMPROVE YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS Education How the system is shaped Health & Fitness Health news and expert advice Science The wonders of humans and our world COLUMNS AND SERIES From What to Cook 20 Simple Sauces That Will Transform Any Meal Quick from-scratch condiments, dressings, toppings and seasonings to make every dish — even the laziest snacks — taste special. From What to Cook Ottolenghi’s Formula for Easy, Delicious Dishes If you have something fresh, something flavorful and something in need of using up, you’re most of the way to a meal, Yotam Ottolenghi writes. From Charles Blow Opinion | The Voter Fraud Fraud A Black man was praised for his willingness to vote. Now he faces criminal charges. TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT From Faith & Values In ‘My Unorthodox Life,’ Julia Haart Bares More Than Just Her Knees Less than a decade after fleeing a repressive ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, Haart heads a global talent empire. Her next challenge? Letting viewers peek behind the curtain. From Jamelle Bouie Opinion | America Punishes Only a Certain Kind of Rebel Impunity paves the way for resurrection.  From Reviews by Pete Wells At Torien, Pleasures on the End of a Stick The Manhattan branch of a famous Tokyo yakitori restaurant shows that you shouldn’t underestimate neck skin and cartilage. From Art & Design Tim Gunn’s Happy Place Is ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ Washed Down With Good Gin The ‘Making the Cut’ host discusses the marvels of Derek DelGaudio, how Nora Ephron didn’t disappoint and why he’s tempted to steal a Picasso. From Ross Douthat Opinion | The War That Made Our World What the French and Indian War suggests about our own history wars. 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