January 3, 2023 Hello, Insiders. For my first note of 2023, I want to talk about freedom of the press. President Zelenskyy signed a new law that could allow the Ukrainian government to block news websites. Ukrainian lawmakers argued that, among other things, it will help them meet standards for EU membership and counter Russian propaganda.   But an organization representing journalists expressed concern that this will erode press freedoms, saying the law is at odds with other parts of Europe, per the NYT.    Freedom of the press is a vital tool in any democracy. Journalism holds power to account, keeps citizens informed, and, especially during times of strife, helps people stay safe. So this is alarming. But with that, let’s get to today’s stories.   — Nicholas Carlson If this was forwarded to you, sign up here.

The latest Donald Trump only “reserves fear for one person” — his wife Melania, says Kellyanne Conway. Get the full story. Saudi Arabia's crown prince snubbed Biden repeatedly to forge ties with authoritarian China and Russia. Here's how. Damar Hamlin's heartbeat stopped but was restored after he collapsed during a Buffalo Bills game. More here.

The big story Jorg Greuel/Getty Images; Willie B. Thomas/Getty Images; Alyssa Powell/Insider   Gen Z is rewriting the rulebook on résumé gaps.   Most people are familiar with the scourge of the résumé gap. The conventional wisdom has long been that companies won't want to hire you if your résumé shows that you have a gap of a few months or years between jobs — so candidates often try to fudge the dates or fill in the gaps with extracurriculars.   But now, after decades of prospective hires fretting over a blank space on their career arc, Gen Z is shifting the power dynamics.   Young entrants to the workforce are leading a new conversation about the workplace, and the long-scorned résumé gap is no exception. Many are arguing that career breaks are positive — and forcing employers to reconsider their preconceived notions about the résumé gap. One Gen Zer told writer Eve Upton-Clark: “Our generation is not afraid to take risks and do what we need to do.” READ THE FULL STORY HERE

Top reads Paul Souders/Getty Images   These melting glaciers and ice sheets are being closely watched by scientists. Sea levels are rising rapidly each year as the planet warms, and melting ice could collapse suddenly. Maps show where scientists fear catastrophic collapse — see them here. The top two strategies to employ in 2023 to improve your finances. Senior investing reporter Kathleen Elkins has interviewed self-made millionaires, early retirees, and "super savers" —  and shares the wealth-building strategies she plans to try this year. Read more here. Eight OnlyFans creators explain how much money they make. OnlyFans can be lucrative — and one adult creator told us they made $5.4 million in a year thanks to consistency and long hours. Here’s what others said. I tried Dry January for the first time — and followed these six strategies. After a decade of frequent drinking, health correspondent Anna Medaris finally decided to commit to Dry January last year. From identifying her "why" and trying out alternatives, here's how she did it. A bride missed her own wedding and lost thousands after Southwest canceled her flight. Katie Demko spent her wedding morning in tears and New Year’s alone, after she and her guests were left more than $70K out of pocket. Read the full story. Why 2023 means “significant opportunities” for real-estate investors. Kenny Simpson and Krystle Moore have built a 47-unit real estate portfolio worth $19 million. The couple broke down how to find the top housing markets in the year ahead. Find out more. The apocalypse bunkers for the super-rich. Tech billionaires are buying luxury bunkers in preparation for doomsday, according to a tell-all book. They offer amenities like bars, pools, and even include basketball courts. See inside the luxury shelters.