New York Times

1. How Jared Kushner, a Self-Described ‘Deal Guy,’ Helped Broker a Gaza Breakthrough

   Trained in New York City real estate, the president’s son-in-law had a single goal: Get to a yes first, and hash out the details later. “It’s just different being deal guys — just a different sport,” he said.

2. Who Are the Hostages Believed Alive in Gaza?

   Israel says 20 living hostages are held by Hamas, set for release in a prisoner exchange together with the remains of those who died. Here’s what we know about them.

3. Democratic Alarm Over an Unbound Trump Fuels Shutdown Standoff

   The threat of rising Obamacare premiums has been Democrats’ main focus in the public debate, but the president’s defiance of laws, norms and congressional constraints has helped hold them together in opposition.

4. Government Shutdown Scrambles Some Home Sales in Flood Zones

   When the government shut down, so did the federal flood insurance program, forcing some buyers into the costly private market.

5. JB Pritzker Has Had It With Democrats Who Won’t Stand Up to Trump

   The Illinois governor, a potential presidential candidate, is fighting the presence of National Guard troops and the activities of ICE agents in Chicago.