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.

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