Biden has made a secret trip to Kyiv as Russia’s war there enters its 2nd year President Biden often pledges to support Ukraine in its fight against Russia “as long as it takes.” The risky secret trip to the warzone is aimed at showing he means it. Read more on NPR

Brian ‘Thee beast’ fights his way to Kenyan gaming domination! When his family fell into poverty, a young boy in Kenya found comfort and strength from video games. Now he’s the country’s gaming ambassador, a mentor to kids in the slums — and a firefighter. Read more on NPR

Ralphie the ‘demon dog’ has been sent back to the shelter for a third time Ralphie the Frenchie has been adopted several times, but has been sent back to the Niagara SPCA in New York due to behavioral issues. Read more on NPR

The ‘wackadoodle’ foundation of Fox News’ election-fraud claims A woman who put forth election-fraud claims that even she described as “pretty wackadoodle” was a source for baseless claims aired by Fox News in 2020. The network is now being sued for defamation. Read more on NPR

Turkey and Syria quakes prompt fresh worries about Istanbul’s building safety As Turkey’s leaders promise a swift start to reconstruction efforts in the earthquake zone, attention is also turning to Istanbul — and whether Turkey’s largest city is ready for a major quake. Read more on NPR

A year into the Ukraine war, the world’s biggest democracy still won’t condemn Russia As the West isolates Russian President Vladimir Putin, India has doubled down on buying Russian oil. India’s prime minister calls his country’s friendship with Moscow “unbreakable.” Read more on NPR

Which type of eye doctor do you need? Optometrists and ophthalmologists face off Optometrists are lobbying for more leeway to treat patients — and physicians’ groups are pushing back. But it’s more than a turf war, both sides say, as they explain why patients’ vision is at stake. Read more on NPR

Parents raise concerns as Florida bans gender-affirming care for trans kids Florida’s medical boards have voted to ban gender-affirming care for transgender youth. Families with trans children and medical providers who care for them are worried about the impact. Read more on NPR