The U.S. has seized Venezuelan President Maduro’s plane The Justice Department alleges the Dassault Falcon 900EX aircraft was purchased in Florida by the Venezuelan leader’s associates through a shell company in violation of sanctions and export controls. Read more on NPR

Titanic research dive reveals discovery, decay and new photos This summer, RMS Titanic, Inc. — the salvor-in-possession of the wreck — made its first unmanned dive to the wreck in 14 years. The team uncovered some rare finds — and losses. Read more on NPR

Whatever happened to … the Bolivian women who skateboard in Indigenous garb? Skateboarding women of Bolivia wear Indigenous garb to pay homage to the strength of their mothers and grandmothers. Their motto: When you fall, you have the power to get back up. Read more on NPR

The labor movement could prove pivotal this election year Younger generations are bringing fresh strategies to the U.S. labor movement. They could prove pivotal for the candidate who harnesses that energy. Read more on NPR

This metabolic brain boost revives memory in Alzheimer’s mice An experimental cancer drug that helps the brain turn glucose into energy was able to reverse memory loss in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease. Read more on NPR

5 takeaways from Germany’s regional elections after far-right makes historic gains The Alternative for Germany party made huge gains in two eastern states, handing the German far-right its best results since World War II. Read more on NPR

‘I got you, girl’: A toll collector’s unexpected reply to a driver’s tears When the toll collector asked Leahruth Jemilo how she was doing, she burst into tears. The collector’s response has stayed with her ever since. Read more on NPR

Hear what the nation’s top student podcasters have to say In its sixth year, our contest handed over the mic to fourth graders for the very first time. We received nearly 2,000 entries from all around the country — and we’ve narrowed it down to 10 middle school and 10 high school finalists. Read more…

Russia fires a barrage of drones and missiles at Kyiv as children return to school Russia launched a barrage of drones, cruise and ballistic missiles at Kyiv, Ukraine’s air force said early Monday, sending residents into bomb shelters. Read more on NPR

Wheelies look fun, but they’re a serious skill for kids in wheelchairs It takes skill and practice to navigate the world in a wheelchair. This summer program teaches kids how, one wheelie at a time. Read more on NPR