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December 10, 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 Ukraine Commanders Say a Russian Invasion Would Overwhelm Them Children, Coping With Loss, Are Pandemic's 'Forgotten Grievers' New York A.G. to Subpoena Trump to Testify in Fraud Investigation China Evergrande Defaults on Its Debt. Now What? How Nursing Homes' Worst Offenses Are Hidden From the Public Go to homepage FROM HEALTH Roni Caryn Rabin The Coronavirus Attacks Fat Tissue, Scientists Find The research may help explain why people who are overweight and obese have been at higher risk of severe illness and death from Covid. Carl Zimmer and Benjamin Mueller Pfizer's vaccine provides some protection against Omicron, a lab study suggests. A South African study found that Omicron may dull the power of coronavirus vaccines, but hinted that booster shots might help. Gretchen Reynolds A Penny for Your Squats? Among 52 incentives to exercise, giving people a 9-cent award if they returned to the gym after missing a workout helped the most. BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS Mark Harris Greta Garbo: The Most Enigmatic Movie Star Robert Gottlieb's scrupulous study, "Garbo," suggests that the great star was a sphinx without a secret. Taylor Lorenz Birds Aren't Real, or Are They? Inside a Gen Z Conspiracy Theory. Peter McIndoe, the 23-year-old creator of the viral Birds Aren't Real movement, is ready to reveal what the effort is really about. Dana Goldstein In Michigan School Shooting, the First Lawsuit Is Filed The parents of two sisters who survived the Oxford High School shootings have filed a federal suit against the district and its officials. Noam Scheiber Starbucks workers at a Buffalo store unionize in a big symbolic win for labor. The coffee chain's executives sought to persuade workers to reject the union in an election campaign that began in late August. Workers at a second store voted not to unionize and the result at a third outlet was not clear. Christine Chung Hoping for a Dog Phone? You May Have a Long Wait. A scientist in Scotland tested a so-called DogPhone to let her dog make video calls. He did use it, but mostly by mistake. 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 TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT Joyce Cohen A Young Buyer Seeks Old-Fashioned Charm in Brooklyn. Which Apartment Would You Choose? Coming from 'a wild unicorn of an apartment' in Williamsburg, this first-time buyer sought a studio or one-bedroom with vintage character — but without vintage problems. Here's what she found. David Marchese Will Smith Is Done Trying to Be Perfect "Strategizing about being the biggest movie star in the world — that is all completely over. " Jonathan O'Callaghan New NASA Telescope Will Provide X-Ray Views of the Universe The IXPE spacecraft will use X-ray polarimetry to better measure black holes, supernovas and other astronomical phenomena. Jesus Jiménez Woman Stole Daughter's Identity to Get Loans and Attend College, U.S. Says Laura Oglesby, 48, of Missouri, who pleaded guilty to intentionally providing false information to the Social Security Administration, lived as someone nearly half her age, the authorities said. Ian Parkes The Last Race of Kimi Raikkonen He has been in F1 for decades, winning one title, and he plans to walk away to spend more time with his family. 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