The Washington Post takes a step back and explains the events that led to the deadly escalation of violence between Israelis and Palestinians. And Politico reports on the Biden administration’s response.

As more Americans face the decision of whether and how to return to the office, the Wall Street Journal has tips on how to think about it.

In a wide-ranging and personal essay in the New Yorker, Jiayang Fan argues for a reappraisal of our gut instinct of disgust.

Ice Cube and the Robinhood stock-trading app are in an unusual legal battle over one of the rapper’s iconic lyrics, as the Hollywood Reporter explains.

Gasoline prices spiked after a key U.S. pipeline was shut down following a ransomware cyberattack. Politico reports on what’s believed to be the largest successful cyberattack on American energy infrastructure that has ever been publicly disclosed.

A bombing killed dozens at a school in Afghanistan. The Washington Post reports from Kabul on how this is raising new questions about security as American forces leave the country.

NBC News reports that the result of the Kentucky Derby is in doubt after winning horse Medina Spirit failed a drug test.

Drone video footage reveals that great white sharks swim much closer to us than previously realized. The L.A. Times explains why that’s no reason to be afraid of getting in the water.

ESPN looks at the mysteries behind some of the most coveted missing memorabilia in sports history, including collectibles that are on the Moon.

New numbers show the U.S. economy added 266,000 jobs in April, which is much less than forecasters expected. Millions of Americans are unemployed, but some businesses say they’re struggling to fill job openings. The Wall Street Journal and NPR explore why.

The United States is moving toward approval of COVID vaccinations for young children. The Houston Chronicle has the story of one toddler who’s participating in a clinical trial. And CNN reports on survey data showing how parents feel about vaccinating their own kids.

Young people are increasingly turning to TikTok for tips on how to manage their money. The Wall Street Journal examines what’s going on and whether the advice is any good.

ESPN looks into why so many top athletes are named Jalen and finds a surprising and touching story of legacy and family, just in time for Mother’s Day.

Dozens are dead in Colombia after protests over economic, human-rights, and health issues were met with a violent police response. The Washington Post has a report from the ground.

A new federal court ruling involving Snapchat could threaten special protections for tech companies. NPR explains.

In Politico, Sarah Isgur argues that the way Supreme Court justices pick their clerks may be holding back qualified women and people of color from making it to the top of the legal profession.

Renting chickens is a thing. National Geographic explains why companies that loan out egg-layers have seen business boom during the pandemic.

The Verge reports on the Facebook Oversight Board decision to uphold Facebook’s ban on former president Donald Trump.

A rift among House Republicans may cost Liz Cheney her leadership post. Politico explores growing tensions over what role Trump should play in the party's future.

As the pandemic stretches on into its second year, doctors are concerned about an emerging crisis of undiagnosed cancers. ProPublica reports on how people who missed screenings or hesitated to visit hospitals over the past 14 months risk being diagnosed too late for treatment.

Births in the U.S. hit a 40-year low last year, new numbers show. The drop may not be solely due to the pandemic, as the Wall Street Journal explains.

Natives of southeastern Pennsylvania say British actor Kate Winslet nails the distinct Delaware County accent in HBO’s new drama Mare of Easttown. Winslet tells the L.A. Times how she mastered it.

With several Republican-run states introducing controversial legislation dealing with voting access, Democrats are trying to push back at the federal level. Politico looks at the challenges they face in moving forward with a voting-rights bill.

Bloomberg reports on President Biden’s decision to allow more refugees into America, along with the political impact.

While landlords are often cast as villains, many property owners rely on rent payments to feed their families. For the Washington Post, Eli Saslow talks to one “small landlord” who risks falling into bankruptcy because of the pandemic housing crisis.

The Tulsa Race Massacre took place 100 years ago this month. Essence says many of the Black-owned businesses that were destroyed in the atrocity were subsequently rebuilt, and details the ongoing work to preserve the history of Black Wall Street.

The Wall Street Journal visits a Japanese city that takes New York–style cheesecake so seriously it has a rigorous government-certification process to make sure restaurants are making it right.

With the Olympics in Tokyo set to begin in less than three months and coronavirus cases increasing in Japan, the Washington Post looks into new questions over whether the games should go ahead.

Reuters is covering a suspected migrant-smuggling ship that broke apart off the coast of San Diego on Sunday, killing four people.

We’re getting a clearer picture of just how high the political stakes are with the new census numbers. NPR’s Hansi Lo Wang explains the tightness of the margins that determine which states win and lose congressional seats. And Politico looks at the growing number of legal fights over the count and the redistricting process.

CNN reports on data showing that a number of people are missing their second COVID-vaccine appointments. And the Washington Post answers key questions about the importance of the second shot.

Members of the German women’s gymnastics team recently took a stand against the sexualization of female athletes by competing in unitards, rather than the more revealing leotards typically worn. NPR reports on the global conversation the move is sparking about gender dynamics in sports.

The COVID situation in India right now is catastrophic. Three Indian writers offer analysis on why the pandemic is intensifying there in such a devastating way: Arundhati Roy in the Guardian, Rana Ayyub in Time, and Vidya Krishnan in the Atlantic.

The Biden administration has rolled back many Trump-era immigration policies. But the L.A. Times reports that hundreds of thousands of migrants are still being expelled into dangerous situations in Mexico.

In light of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s recent split, Allison P. Davis writes for New York Magazine that the dynamic at the beginning of their relationship has completely flipped now that their marriage is ending.

The Jacksonville Jaguars chose quarterback Trevor Lawrence as the number one pick in the NFL draft. The Ringer looks at what the future may hold for him and his new team.

As President Biden marks 100 days in office, he’s pushing a series of proposals calling for major new government spending to boost the economy. The Wall Street Journal has highlights of his first address to a joint session of Congress. Apple News Spotlight looks at what his administration has — and hasn’t — accomplished so far. And Vox breaks down the details of his $1.8 trillion plan to support child care, education, and paid leave.

The Washington Post reports on West Virginia’s decision to offer $100 savings bonds to persuade young people to get COVID-19 vaccinations.

Making a song go viral on TikTok often requires intense calculation, guidance, and effort by the social-media platform. Bloomberg Businessweek explains how the process works.

One teenager’s salty Snapchat post is now at the center of a potentially pivotal Supreme Court case. The Washington Post explains how the ruling could transform the free-speech rights of students for generations.

Body-camera footage has become the defining way the public comes to understand violent police encounters. NPR has the details of a recent study that shows some of the potential benefits of this technology.

Government agencies are taking money owed to some of the most vulnerable people in the country: foster children. A recent investigation by the Marshall Project and NPR reveals how and why this is happening.

Jeopardy! recently came out with its final slate of guest hosts. The Ringer looks at what it’s like to fill in for Alex Trebek.