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.

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