New York Times

1. No Power, No Heat, No Water: Odesa’s Days of Hell Under Russian Fire

   The toll on older people and those with disabilities is especially severe as Moscow’s forces repeatedly attack the port city’s infrastructure.

2. Why Russia Is Likely to Reject the New US-Ukrainian Peace Plan

   The first draft essentially called for Ukraine’s surrender. The revised version includes the security guarantees Kyiv wants to prevent future Russian aggression.

3. Trump Says ‘Housing First’ Failed the Homeless. Here’s What the Evidence Says.

   The Trump administration has sought to move away from the model, which supporters call “evidence based” but opponents consider overly permissive.

4. Kennedy Center’s Christmas Eve Jazz Show Canceled After Trump Name Added to Building

   Chuck Redd, a jazz musician, said he canceled his annual concert after President Trump’s name was affixed to the Washington building’s facade.

5. Trump Has a New Auto Loan Tax Break. Here’s Who Could Benefit.

   Many Americans can take advantage of President Trump’s deduction on auto loan interest, but the tax break will provide only modest savings.