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March 4, 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 From Sports A New League’s Shot at the N.C.A.A.: $100,000 Salaries for High School Players The Overtime Elite league proposes that providing a salary and a focus toward a pro career might be more appealing than college basketball’s biggest programs. From Parents & Families Mothers Are Regaining Jobs, Even While Shouldering Pandemic Burdens at Home There are similarities between the recession’s effect on men and women’s employment, but also crucial differences. From Sports Kellen Winslow II, Once N.F.L.’s Highest-Paid Tight End, Gets 14 Years for Rapes The sentencing judge called the former Cleveland Browns player a sexual predator who preyed on marginalized women. From U.S. & Politics Passed Over 3 Times, a Black Marine Colonel Is Being Promoted to General The promotion could set Col. Anthony Henderson on a path to becoming the first Black four-star Marine general. Only 25 African-Americans in the Marines have reached general in any form. From Faith & Values Why the Pope Is Visiting One of the World’s Oldest Christian Communities The trip is taking place despite concerns about the pandemic and security. Here’s a brief look at why Francis is visiting Iraq, what the trip will entail and what he hopes to achieve. IMPROVE YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS International News from around the world Obituaries Lives that shaped the world Race in America Exploring race, identity and society COLUMNS AND SERIES The latest updates for you From The Hunt A Growing Family Wanted a Brooklyn House for Less Than $700,000. Which Option Would You Choose? Squeezed and priced out of Windsor Terrace, a family of four looked south to Midwood and Marine Park — or maybe even Staten Island. From At Home Why I Started Wearing Head Wraps Once you master the technique, every outfit becomes more interesting. Tying a wrap becomes an everyday celebration of Blackness. From At Home The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Amazon, HBO, Hulu and More in March Every month, streaming services add a new batch of titles to their libraries. Here are our picks for March. TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT From Sports Spieth and Fowler: Golf Prodigies Seek a Way Back From the Wilderness Not so long ago Jordan Spieth and Rickie Fowler were ascending PGA Tour stars. Now they feel each other’s pain and trade notes. Can they get their grooves back? From Parents & Families Opinion | Six Seuss Books Bore a Bias Racism must be exorcised from culture, including, or maybe especially, from children’s culture. From U.S. & Politics Wisconsin Hunters Kill Over 200 Wolves in Less Than 3 Days The gray wolf lost Endangered Species Act protections last year, prompting a recent hunt that killed at least 216 wolves — far exceeding a quota set by state wildlife officials. From Philosophy Opinion | How to Reach People Who Are Wrong In the post-Trump era, research suggests the best ways to win people over. From Sports Washington Football Team Will Replace Cheerleaders With a Coed Dance Team The change came after many accusations of sexual harassment from the women on the cheerleading squad. 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