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September 19, 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 How Accounting Giants Craft Favorable Tax Rules From Inside Government Biden Administration Seeks to Expand Telehealth in Rural America In the Heart of Nashville, Rolling Parties Rage at Every Stoplight Alabama Begins Removing Racist Language From Its Constitution Evergrande Gave Workers a Choice: Loan Us Cash or Lose Your Bonus Go to homepage FROM OUR SUNDAY MAGAZINE Studies Show The New Science on How We Burn Calories How could that change our understanding about, for starters, chronic disease, aging and obesity? She Changed Black Literature Forever. Then She Disappeared. In search of Gayl Jones, whose new novel breaks 22 years of silence. Dancing Through New York in a Summer of Joy and Grief During the brief moment when the pandemic was receding and we could be together again, all we wanted to do was move our bodies. BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS From L.G.B.T.Q. JoJo Siwa Wants to Be 'a Role Model for People Who Love Love' At 18, the "Dance Moms" and internet star is returning to reality TV as half of the first same-sex partnership on "Dancing With the Stars." From Space SpaceX astronauts will get a health check after splashdown. While the Inspiration4 crew was only in orbit for three days, doctors will performing screenings to make sure they are well. From Architecture & Urbanism Stabilized Notre-Dame Cathedral Is on Track for 2024 Reopening, Officials Say The restoration effort is seeking to meet President Emmanuel Macron's ambitious plan to reopen the cathedral five years after it was ravaged by a fire — just in time for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. From Business & Technology Remains believed to belong to missing woman in van mystery are found. The authorities said they had found human remains in Wyoming consistent with a description of Gabrielle Petito, 22. The authorities continue to search for her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. She was reported missing after he returned home alone from a cross-country van trip. From U.S. & Politics They Shunned Covid Vaccines but Embraced Antibody Treatment Championed by doctors and conservative radio hosts alike, monoclonal antibodies for Covid are in high demand — even from those who don't want a vaccine. IMPROVE YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS Science The wonders of humans and our world International News from around the world Health & Fitness Health news and expert advice COLUMNS AND SERIES From Jamelle Bouie Opinion | A Political Road Not Taken in America A brief look at the Confederate Constitution. From Maureen Dowd Opinion | Never Complain, Never Explain Drop the Identity Cloak when identity is not the issue. (And tax the rich!)  From Metropolitan Diary 'My Heart Started Pounding When I Realized I Was That Someone' Distressed on the Dumbo pier, meeting a college basketball legend and more reader tales of New York City in this week's Metropolitan Diary. TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT From L.G.B.T.Q. Carl Nassib Made History, but Also a Big Play Last week Nassib, 28, became the first openly gay player to compete in an N.F.L. game. Teammates, the news media and observers casually noted the feat, then cheered his game-changing play. From U.S. & Politics The Trump Prophets Regroup When you are in the business of prophecy, what do you do when prophecy fails? From U.S. & Politics 100 Isn't a Magic Number, So Why Is It Part of the Vaccine Mandate? The threshold of 100 employees adds to a patchwork of small-business rules. It shows up in no other major small-business laws. The reasoning behind the number is a mystery. From Parents & Families As Climate Change Fears Grow, a Real Fight Over Fake Turf A city's decision to replace actual grass with a synthetic version sets off a conflict over the possible environmental and health risks of the move. From Business & Technology For a TikTok Running Star, It's All Uphill From Here Erin Azar, a.k.a. Mrs. Space Cadet on TikTok, invited followers to join her, "a slightly overweight person who drinks too much beer," as she trains for a marathon. She didn't anticipate millions would respond. TAKE A BREAK, PLAY A GAME The Mini Crossword Solve this bite-sized puzzle in just a few minutes. Spelling Bee How many words can you make with 7 letters? Tiles Match visual elements and keep your chain going. See all our games 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