For You: A Biden Blood Bath?

Plus, China's Economic Trends Hint at Cost of Zero Covid Strategy

April 18, 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 China's Economic Trends Hint at Cost of Zero Covid Strategy When Covid Enters the House, What Should We Do? To Push Back Russians, Ukrainians Hit a Village With Cluster Munitions Bleak assessments of the Russian economy clash with Putin's rosy claims. Treasury makes a plea for more I.R.S. funding on Tax Day. Go to homepage FROM OPINION Charles M. Blow A Biden Blood Bath? America wants a show and a showman to distract from its misery. Biden is not that. And he is being punished for not being a huckster. Maureen Dowd Still Feeling the Bern Bernie Sanders lost the Democratic nomination, but won the soul of the party. Patrick Healy and Adrian J. Rivera These 8 Conservative Men Are Making No Apologies A group of conservative men spoke with Times Opinion about what it's like to be a man in America today, touching on cancel culture, race and gender. BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS Fighting for Her Life, Far From Ukraine A 5-year-old Ukrainian girl with a brain tumor was one of several children brought for treatment in the United States after their country was invaded by Russia. How a Dollar General Employee Went Viral on TikTok Mary Gundel loved managing a store in Tampa, Fla. But when she detailed its challenges on social media, the company — and fellow employees — took notice. What's on TV This Week: 'Better Call Saul' and a Freddie Mercury Tribute AMC's "Breaking Bad" prequel begins its final season. And a documentary about a 1992 tribute concert for Freddie Mercury airs on the CW. Abundance, Exploitation, Recovery: A Portrait of South Georgia A series of ecological initiatives, including the eradication of several invasive species, has dramatically revived the life and landscape of this remote sub-Antarctic island. Kyrie Irving Came Ready for the Boos. The Celtics Came Ready to Win. Irving, the Nets guard, had a brilliant Game 1 against Boston on Sunday, but the Celtics, led by Jayson Tatum and his buzzer-beater, ended up on top. 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 Julia Roberts Hasn't Changed. But Hollywood Has. "There were incremental shifts in opportunity and it made more sense. Now it's made more of air." Don't Call Her 'Baby.' At 62, Jennifer Grey is Taking the Lead. In her memoir, "Out of the Corner," the "Dirty Dancing" star opens up about rhinoplasty gone wrong, the implosion of her career and why she's telling her story now. 'See You Then' Review: The More Things Stay the Same Former lovers reconnect, litigating the past and present, in this drama from Mari Walker. Opinion | This Is Not the Year of the Optimist But there's got to be a silver lining here somewhere. Down on the Black Bayou, a Family History Repeats Itself In "The Crocodile Bride," Ashleigh Bell Pedersen unravels four generations of abuse and survival. 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