Russia suspends Ukraine grain deal. Here’s what it means for the rest of the world The U.N.-backed Black Sea Grain Initiative allowed Ukraine to ship food to other parts of the world during the war. Russian President Vladimir Putin says he’s suspending the deal for now. Read more on NPR

The conflict in Sudan enters its fourth month with no sign of a peaceful resolution There is no sign of a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Sudan. Millions of Sudanese civilians continue to be displaced as the country teeters on the brink of full-scale civil war. Read more on NPR

South Dakota GOP Sen. Mike Rounds discusses military spending plan NPR’s Steve Inskeep speaks with GOP Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota about a military spending plan after the House passed a bill with restrictions on abortion coverage and diversity initiatives. Read more on NPR

Up First Briefing: Russia grain deal; Alabama voting map; 2024 fundraising numbers Russia leaves the deal that allowed Ukrainian ports to export food. Alabama will redraw its congressional voting map after a Supreme Court ruling. President Biden leads the field in 2024 fundraising. Read more on NPR

Got tipping rage? This barista reveals what it’s like to be behind the tip screen The rise in tipping has many customers fuming, but one worker who depends on tips says most customers misunderstand what they are — and shares what it feels like when people don’t tip. Read more on NPR