For You: ‘It’s Life or Death’: The Mental Health Crisis Among U.S. Teens

Plus, Fears Are Mounting That Ukraine War Will Spill Across Borders

April 28, 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 Fears Are Mounting That Ukraine War Will Spill Across Borders The Revolt of the College-Educated Working Class Biden wants to use assets seized from Russian oligarchs to help Ukraine. 6 Gun Shops, 11,000 'Crime Guns': A Rare Peek at the Pipeline The Driver, the Officer and the Deadly Traffic Stop in Grand Rapids Go to homepage FROM HEALTH 'It's Life or Death': The Mental Health Crisis Among U.S. Teens Depression, self-harm and suicide are rising among American adolescents. For one 13-year-old, the despair was almost too much to take. Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Needed Care, Federal Report Finds Investigators urged increased oversight of the program, saying that insurers deny tens of thousands of authorization requests annually. Do Vaccines Protect Against Long Covid? Maybe, according to a growing number of studies, but there's not yet a definitive answer. BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS Mel Kiper Jr. and Kirk Herbstreit won't be in Las Vegas. The longtime ESPN analysts will not cover this year's draft in person. Vote on N.Y.C. School Funding Will 'Blow Up' System, Chancellor Says The Panel for Educational Policy blocked the Adams administration's funding formula, a move that may delay school budgets for the coming year. José Luis Cortés, Trailblazing Cuban Bandleader, Dies at 70 He was trained in the classics and jazz, but he helped popularize a new, danceable genre known as timba. Earl E. Devaney, Scourge of Government Waste and Corruption, Dies at 74 A former football lineman, he pushed back against abuse in federal agencies as one of the government's most aggressive internal watchdogs. James Corden Says He'll Leave His CBS Show Next Year The British-born host, who was a successful actor and comedian before joining the network's late-night lineup, has been signaling for some time that he was considering leaving. 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 Newly Published, From Whitney Houston to Bioluminescent Fish A selection of books published this week. Patients Taking Experimental Obesity Drug Lost More Than 50 Pounds, Maker Claims The data have not yet been peer reviewed or published. But experts said the drug may give people with obesity an alternative to bariatric surgery. Apple's growth slows, but still beats Wall Street's expectations. While the company's first quarter was better than the financial results of many of its tech peers, it warned that Covid problems in China will be an issue. Here's the 2022 N.F.L. draft order. The Jacksonville Jaguars again pick first overall and eight teams have multiple first-round selections. Amazon reports slowing sales growth and indicates slowdown may continue. Amazon benefited from the coronavirus pandemic as people flocked to online shopping. Now, shoppers' behavior has shifted. 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