Latest on Ukraine: Ukraine makes some gains; China's defense minister visits Russia
Catch up on key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. #press
A 'mob of criminals' stole as much as $100,000 worth of goods from an L.A. Nordstrom
Police said $60,000 to $100,000 worth of merchandise was stolen and one of the robbers is reported to have used a chemical spray on a security guard. #press
Clarence Avant, a major power broker in music, sports and politics, has died at 92
Clarence Avant boosted the careers of a vast array of influential figures, including Michael Jackson, Jim Brown and Barack Obama. He came back into the news after his wife was murdered in 2021. #press
Up First briefing: Maui fire rescue; Alabama voting districts; no more boring salads
Recovery continues in Maui after America's deadliest fire in more than 100 years. A federal court hears Alabama redistricting case. And, tips to make salads you actually want to eat. #press
A lot is happening in Florida education. These are some of the changes kids will see
The Florida education system has been in the spotlight lately after Gov. Ron DeSantis banned diversity and inclusion programs in public colleges and approved a controversial social studies curriculum. #press
Alabama lost a voting rights case at the Supreme Court. It's still trying to win
Alabama is under a federal court order to draw a new congressional map with two districts where Black voters have a chance to elect their preferred candidate. But its GOP-led legislature refused. #press
A history of Hawaii's sirens and the difference it could have made against Maui fires
Hawaii's siren system is considered the largest in the world. But they weren't activated ahead of the Maui fires. Experts say the alert could have helped residents have more time to prepare. #press
A police raid of a Kansas newsroom raises alarms about violations of press freedom
Law enforcement officers in Kansas raided the office of a local newspaper and a journalist's home. First Amendment experts are calling it a likely violation of federal law. #press
Niger's coup leaders say they will prosecute deposed President Mohamed Bazou
Niger's mutinous soldiers say they will prosecute deposed President Mohamed Bazoum for "high treason" and undermining state security, hours after they said they were open to resolving the crisis. #press
Silicon Valley's latest hype: Eyeball-scanning silver orbs to confirm you're human
The project is called Worldcoin. It was co-founded by Sam Altman of ChatGPT fame. Its mission is to authenticate all the world's humans, one eyeball scan at a time. #press
A tiny house gives them hope: How a homeless family in Brazil got a fresh start
The Brazilian family saw their income evaporate during the pandemic. They couldn't afford to stay in their home. The city of São Paulo had a solution — but they thought it was too good to be true. #press
Caring for people with fentanyl addiction often means treating terrible wounds
The fentanyl-additive Xylazine causes open wounds, making the illegal drug supply even more dangerous and treatment more complicated #press
4 people dead and 1 missing after an explosion destroys 3 structures in Pennsylvania
An explosion in western Pennsylvania destroyed three structures and damaged at least a dozen others Saturday morning, authorities said. #press
Why 'the guy' from The Office wants a spiritual revolution
Rainn Wilson's book calls for a spiritual revolution in America. And even though he himself is a very funny guy, he is not joking about this at all. #press
The future of crypto hinges on a fight between the SEC and a former burger flipper
A looming courtroom battle between the largest cryptocurrency exchange and the world's most powerful regulator promises to shape the future of crypto. #press
How hardworking microbes ferment cabbage into kimchi
An age-old technique transforms vegetables and spices into a popular condiment with a zesty, funky taste. The key? Nurturing the right community of microbes. Here's how the magic happens. #press
Kings and queens gathered for 'Hip Hop 50 Live' at Yankee Stadium
An eight-hour concert Friday night was a procession of generations of hip-hop royalty, from the Sugar Hill Gang to current stars like Lil Wayne. Run-DMC gave what was billed as their last performance. #press
Barrels of drinking water for migrants walking through Texas have disappeared
As one of the worst heat waves on record set in across much of the southern United States, barrels of life-saving water for wayward migrants traveling on foot have vanished. #press
The years-long journey to save a tiny snail you've never heard of
Researchers in upstate New York are working to rehome some tiny, rare snails. Understanding their decline could help mitigate broader climate changes. #press
Amid streaming chaos, Dropout carves out its own niche
As big media companies struggle to become profitable, smaller companies like Dropout think they can make it work by offering niche content instead of going after a mass audience. #press
