The state of Maryland sues Dali ship owner and manager over the Key Bridge collapse State leaders argue that the cargo ship was not fit to sail on March 26, and its owner, Grace Ocean Private Limited, and manager, Synergy Marine Group, failed to take precautions to prevent the crash. Read more on NPR

How Do Russians Really Feel About the War in Ukraine? In Russia, polls consistently show support for the war in Ukraine somewhere around 70%. But a recent independent study of Russians’ opinions indicates the picture is more complex. We hear more from our correspondent in Moscow. And in Ukraine, couples who are separated by the…

Justice Department accuses Visa of stifling competition in the debit card business The Justice Department sued Visa today, accusing the giant payments company of seeking to monopolize the debit card business. Read more on NPR

Tropical Storm Helene threatens the U.S., Mexico Tropical Storm Helene’s trajectory threatens the Florida panhandle, which forecasters say could be hit on Thursday. Meteorologists say this system will be particularly big — with a wide wind field. Read more on NPR

Biden pledges mpox aid to Africa in his valedictory speech to the United Nations President Biden talked about the sweeping changes he has seen during his long career, urged an end to wars in Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan, and said “some things are more important than staying in power.” Read more on NPR