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October 23, 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 Biden the Dealmaker Finds That Compromise Can Have Consequences F.D.A. Says Pfizer Vaccine's Benefits Outweigh Key Risks in Children 5 to 11 The Pessimistic Electorate Behind Biden's Approval Ratings She Is Breaking Glass Ceilings in Space, but Facing Sexism on Earth Biden Said the U.S. Would Protect Taiwan. But It's Not That Clear-Cut. Go to homepage BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS From India 'Completely Lost': For Some Afghans, Returning Home Is as Difficult as Fleeing Thousands of Afghans who were in India for medical treatment when the country collapsed are now desperate to return, but have no money and no clear route home. From U.S. & Politics Illegal Border Crossings, Driven by Pandemic and Natural Disasters, Soar to Record High Migrants were encountered 1.7 million times in the last 12 months, the highest number of illegal crossings recorded since at least 1960. From Sports His N.B.A. Dream Was Right There. Then He Couldn't Move His Legs. A mysterious illness on the eve of the 2019 N.B.A. draft derailed Kris Wilkes's hopes of going pro. As he heals, he's not giving up hope. From Obituaries Chuck Bundrant, Pacific Fisheries' 'Henry Ford,' Dies at 79 In 1961 he arrived in Seattle with no job, no skills and $80. Over the next 60 years, he built a seafood empire and transformed the industry. From Race in America In Mourning and Gratitude, the Blackfeet Nation Says Farewell to Its Leader Over four days in Montana, members honored Chief Earl Old Person, who led the tribe and preserved its history for more than 60 years. IMPROVE YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS Books to Read Suggested reading from Times editors Notes on Culture Essays on trends and phenomena By the Book Writers on literature and life TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT From Parents & Families A Return to Quarantine The virus scare in my child's class was inevitable, but I didn't expect it to come so soon. From Books to Read Alan Cumming Took Ecstasy to Quell His Nerves on Tony Night, 'and It Worked' And other revelations from the actor's second memoir, "Baggage." From Business & Technology Key takeaways from Week 7 of the Elizabeth Holmes trial. Prosecutors focused on her alleged deceptions, trying to make the case that she intentionally misled Theranos's investors and commercial partners. From Jamelle Bouie Opinion | 'Nobody Trusts Anybody Now, and We're All Very Tired' Revisiting John Carpenter's "The Thing." From Books to Read How Literature by Black Authors Shaped One Scholar's Life In "Read Until You Understand," Farah Jasmine Griffin explores how books have served as instruction manuals to guide her through difficulty and triumph. 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