For You: My Lunch With President Biden

Plus, Biden Pledges to Defend Taiwan if It Faces a Chinese Attack

May 23, 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 Biden Pledges to Defend Taiwan if It Faces a Chinese Attack Biden to Begin New Asia-Pacific Economic Bloc With a Dozen Allies Debate Over Tariffs Reveals Biden's Difficulties on China Trade The Refinery Standing Between Germany and an Oil Embargo Pence, Tiptoeing Away From Trump, Lays Groundwork for '24 Run Go to homepage FROM OPINION Thomas L. Friedman My Lunch With President Biden I left with a full stomach but a heavy heart. Michelle Goldberg Amber Heard and the Death of #MeToo The actress is being subjected to industrial-scale bullying. Maureen Dowd Johnny Depp and Other Pirates Plundering our attention and poisoning us with lies. BASED ON YOUR INTERESTS Michelle Dockery, Claire Danes at 'Downton Abbey' Premiere The lavish affair would have made the Crawley family proud. The Dallas Mavericks Just May Not Be Good Enough Yet With Golden State one win from the N.B.A. finals, Dallas is already talking about the off-season. Luka Doncic said he was "still learning." Alex Cooper Is Coming for Joe Rogan's Spot "I want to have the number one show in the world," says the host of the blockbuster "Call Her Daddy" podcast. "I want to break every record possible." $1.8 Million Homes in California A midcentury ranch house in Los Angeles, a 1930 cottage in Woodside and a 2003 farmhouse in Murrieta. 'Secret City,' an Epic Narrative History of the Closet in the Capital James Kirchick's new book tallies the cost of homophobia on lives and careers in Washington, D.C., from the days of F.D.R. to the Clinton presidency. 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 Moth Species Not Seen Since 1912 Was Intercepted at Detroit Airport Customs officials said they had warded off a threat to the nation's agriculture and natural habitats by intercepting the moth before it could take hold in the wild. He Won the Lottery for an Affordable Apartment, After Years of Trying Josh Bianchi visited New York City from Michigan in the fourth grade, and he was hooked. Then he found out how difficult it could be to live in the city. What's on TV This Week: 'This Is Us' and a Memorial Day Concert The series finale of "This Is Us" airs on NBC. And an annual Memorial Day concert at the Capitol Building is on PBS. Phil Mickelson, Game for Anything and All Too Human "Phil," a new biography of the confounding golf star, arrives as he finds himself the subject of a public outcry. Justin Thomas Wins the P.G.A. Championship With a Roaring Comeback Thomas, who entered the final round seven shots behind the leader, beat Will Zalatoris in a playoff to win his second career major championship. 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? Wordle Guess the 5-letter word with 6 chances. 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