For You: The Doctor Prescribed an Obesity Drug. Her Insurer Called It ‘Vanity.’

Plus, U.S. Technology, a Longtime Tool for Russia, Becomes a Vulnerability

June 2, 2022 Hello. Every day, we'll send you stories we think you'll care about. Improve your recommendations by letting us know what you're interested in. CHOOSE YOUR INTERESTS   WHAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED TODAY U.S. Technology, a Longtime Tool for Russia, Becomes a Vulnerability A Disturbing New Pattern in Mass Shootings: Young Assailants U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Yacht Company That Caters to Russian Elites Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee: Seven Decades in Photos The U.S. Is Sending Advanced Weapons to Ukraine. But Conditions Apply. Go to homepage FROM HEALTH The Doctor Prescribed an Obesity Drug. Her Insurer Called It 'Vanity.' Many insurance companies refuse to cover new weight loss drugs that their doctors deem medically necessary. Liviah's New Liver: A Family Grapples With a Girl's Puzzling Hepatitis A 4-year-old in Ohio is one of hundreds of children worldwide who have developed unexplained liver problems in recent months. During the Omicron Wave, Death Rates Soared for Older People Last year, people 65 and older died from Covid at lower rates than in previous waves. But with Omicron and waning immunity, death rates rose again. BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS Do Swedish People Feed Their Guests? After a Reddit post brought an unusual Swedish dining custom to light, Nordic people are trying to explain why they won't share the pickled herring. Beach House, Meet Ocean View A family's new home in California was right on the shore, but only a major renovation would make the waves really visible. $5.8 Billion in Loans Will Be Forgiven for Corinthian Colleges Students The Education Department said it would wipe out the debts of 560,000 borrowers who had enrolled in the for-profit college chain, which collapsed in 2015. N.B.A. Finals Preview: The Celtics Reach for Golden State's Crown Golden State has been to the finals six times in eight years. But the young stars of the Celtics may finally be ready for their big moment. Doctors Transplant Ear of Human Cells, Made by 3-D Printer 3DBio Therapeutics, a biotech company in Queens, said it had for the first time used 3-D printing to make a body part with a patient's own cells. IMPROVE YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS International News from around the world Science The wonders of humans and our world Health & Fitness Health news and expert advice TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT Exploring the Classic Co-ops of Brooklyn With Less Than $800,000 to Spend. Which Home Did They Choose? Alarmed by horror stories of construction defects in new buildings, and limited to a 10 percent down payment, a young couple tried to find a two-bedroom in decent condition. Here's what they saw. She Created SZA's Floral Bikini. Could She Help Me With a Centerpiece? A reporter learns about flower arranging from a botanical artist who wields a paintbrush. A Southern Home That Embodies Oh-This-Old-Thing Elegance The Tennessee retreat Keith Meacham shares with her husband and children feels like a love letter to British country estates. And it's comfortable. A Brooklyn Home Designed With Fun in Mind To transform his Williamsburg townhouse into a child's pleasure palace, an architect consulted his own early memories (treehouses were involved). Tips for Summer Living Advice from an expert about choosing outdoor fabrics, growing bamboo, settling on ceiling fans and finding stylish bird feeders. 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