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Ukraine Faces Pressure Over Counteroffensive, as Putin Bides His Time

New York Times Ukraine is feeling short-term pressure from its Western backers for success in a looming counteroffensive. Vladimir Putin seems to be operating on a longer timeline. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/06/world/europe/ukraine-counteroffensive-russia.html

Can a State Flag Be Too ‘Woke’? Some Utahns Say So

Wall Street Journal Gov. Spencer Cox thought a redesign of the state flag would bring people together. ‘I should have known better.’ https://www.wsj.com/articles/utah-new-flag-design-beehive-f18e5712

Who Are the Names in Jeffrey Epstein’s Calendar?

Wall Street Journal WSJ investigation reveals meetings with politicians and executives and the kinds of favors Epstein did for them https://www.wsj.com/articles/jeffrey-epstein-calendar-names-ec88e7a0

Sudan’s paramilitary RSF confirms it will attend Jeddah talks with army

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-742234

It’s Coronation Day

New York Times Come for the crown jewels and gold stagecoach; stay for the questions about the monarchy’s relevance. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/06/briefing/king-charles-iii-coronation-day.html

Thousands of Jobs Were Added in April—Even in Industries With Layoffs

Wall Street Journal Hiring held up in tech, construction and manufacturing as the labor market continues to boom. https://www.wsj.com/articles/thousands-of-jobs-were-added-in-aprileven-in-industries-with-layoffs-a768a3ab

Youngest Shareholders Vie for Chance to Quiz Warren Buffett

Wall Street Journal At least one child is usually selected to ask the storied investor a question during the annual meeting. https://www.wsj.com/articles/berkshires-youngest-shareholders-vie-for-chance-to-question-warren-buffett-4902ae42

Proud Boys Step Up Activity After Jan. 6 Attack, Despite Criminal Convictions

Wall Street Journal The far-right group is flourishing as it pivots from denying 2020 election results toward cultural issues. https://www.wsj.com/articles/proud-boys-step-up-activity-after-jan-6-attack-despite-criminal-convictions-9f2e05fa

Russia Tightens Grip in Occupied Zone as Locals Await Ukraine’s Forces

Wall Street Journal Moscow is cracking down in Melitopol, seen as a likely target for Kyiv’s looming offensive to try to retake territory. https://www.wsj.com/articles/russia-tightens-grip-in-occupied-zone-as-locals-await-ukraines-forces-35b0d771

The Regional Bank Sell-Off Visualized

Wall Street Journal A look at the health of six regional banks. https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-regional-bank-selloff-visualized-f9a41dd3