In a first, a South Korean court says same-sex partners should get government benefits The appeals court ruled Tuesday that So Seong-uk can’t be denied spousal benefits by the National Health Insurance Service just because his partner is the same gender as him. Read more on NPR

President Biden will speak in Poland on the anniversary of the Ukraine-Russia war President Biden’s visit to Ukraine and Poland comes at a critical time as the war enters a new and disconcerting phase. Read more on NPR

The maker of Enfamil recalls 145,000 cans of infant formula over bacteria risks Reckitt says despite contamination fears, the recalled formula tested negative for Cronobacter, which can cause rare but deadly infections in infants. Here’s how to identify and prevent them. Read more on NPR

Putin tells Russian parliament the West is fighting to dismember Russia President Vladimir Putin delivered his remarks to a joint session of Russia’s parliament. The annual address was canceled last year when the Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine began to falter. Read more on NPR

5 new mysteries and thrillers to help get you through winter The long days of January and February usually herald some great reads featuring crime, suspense and — everyone’s favorite — murder. Read more on NPR