Ukraine blames Russia for blowing up a major southern dam The surging water from the Kakhovka dam is likely to cause widespread flooding and poses an additional risk to an already troubled nuclear plant. Russia says Ukraine is to blame. Read more on NPR

Federal Indian boarding schools still exist, but what’s inside may be surprising The schools were tools of the U.S. government’s attempts to erase tribal culture. But the few that remain have become places Native families want their children to attend. Read more on NPR

These are the winners of this year’s James Beard Awards, the biggest night in food A Washington, D.C. chef won the outstanding category. The Chicago ceremony was hosted by chefs Eric Adjepong, Esther Choi, Andrew Zimmern and Top Chef judge Gail Simmons. Read more on NPR

Swimmers should get ready for another summer short on lifeguards Across the country, fewer people are up for the task to be water rescuers at their local public pools and beaches. Last summer, the stubborn shortage led to beach closures and shortened hours. Read more on NPR

Sky-high egg prices are finally coming back down to Earth The industry is recovering from a massive bird flu outbreak and high inflation rates, but prices may not fall to what they once were. Read more on NPR