Russian missiles hit downtown Lviv early Thursday in what Ukrainian officials called the biggest attack to date on civilian areas in the major western city. Ukraine, meanwhile, carried out a strike in Russian-held territory, as both sides accused each other of plotting to sabotage the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. Source

An initial investigation suggests that heat-related illness may have caused the driver to run off the road. Source

The floating jellyfish-like blobs with stinging tentacles have been described as “beautiful and wicked.” Source

In the wake of Haitian President Jovenel Moise’s assassination in July 2021, a power vacuum was seized upon by rival gangs that now effectively run the capital city of Port-au-Prince. It’s the latest in a long history of hardships — including some in which the U.S. played a role. Remarkably, Haitians are undeterred in their optimism for a better future. CBS Reports explores Haiti’s current crisis, fueled in part by American firepower, and the inspiring stories amidst the anarchy of those fighting to fulfill Haiti’s promise. Source

The vessel had some 5,000 vehicles on board when the flames broke out in the vessel at Port Newark in New Jersey. Source

The Familia Michoacana cartel has dominated rural areas in the state for years, but may now be trying to take over the state capital. Source

Ukrainian officials report the biggest attack to date on civilians in Lviv as the threat mounts for residents near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Source

You may want to reconsider reaching for caffeine as an afternoon pick-me-up. An expert explains why — and offers some healthy alternatives. Source

One climate scientist called the marks more “evidence … that global warming is pushing us into a hotter future.” Source

EcoVadis co-CEOs on helping companies make smarter decisions Source