Russian troops prepare for a counterattack after Ukraine’s surprise offensive After rapid advances in western Russia, a Ukrainian military offensive slowed over the weekend. Russia is sending reinforcements to the area for a likely counterattack, but hasn't launched it yet. A Martínez
Why are people in Serbia protesting plans to dig a giant lithium mine? Thousands filled the streets of the Serbian capital Belgrade on Saturday to protest plans to mine one of Europe’s largest deposits of lithium. Lithium is a crucial material for electric car batteries. Steve Inskeep
Ukrainian and Russian troops are gearing up for a showdown in western Russia After several days of rapid advances in western Russia, the Ukrainian military offensive has slowed. Russia is sending reinforcements to the area, but has not yet launched a major counterattack. Greg Myre
In a first since the war began, Ukraine launched an invasion into Russia Ukraine invaded Russia this week - an attack that was shocking in scope and execution. Ukraine’s cross-border incursion into western Russia is now in its fifth day. Scott Simon
UK's worst riots in years were incited by online disinformation about asylum seekers NPR’s Scott Simon speaks to Dr. Marc Owen-Jones, a disinformation researcher, about the role of social media during race riots in the UK. Scott Simon
At Versailles, a grand Olympic venue dazzles spectators and competitors alike With the equestrian events in the books, the reviews are in: The temporary grandstand built on the estate of Versailles was "spectacular," "magnificent" and a source of pride for residents of France. Becky Sullivan
3rd person arrested over plot targeting now-canceled Taylor Swift shows in Vienna Austria's interior minister said an 18-year-old was taken into custody Thursday evening in Vienna after allegedly being in contact with the main suspect. The Associated Press
Paris has become more accessible for disabled. Will it last after the Olympics? The French capital has tried to improve accessibility for people with disabilities ahead of the Olympics and Paralympics. Challenges remain, however, particularly in the underground Metro system. The Associated Press
Thousands of French soldiers are in Paris to help secure the Olympics Some 15 million people are expected to attend the Olympic games in Paris, which are now in their second week. Keeping them safe is a top priority, so the French government has brought in soldiers. Eleanor Beardsley
Smaller and less diverse U.K. cities have been rich ground for far-right recruitment Race riots have erupted not in London, but in deprived second-tier U.K. cities with wage stagnation and new migrants. Experts on extremism say they've become fertile ground for far-right recruiting. Lauren Frayer
