Russia's invasion is all too familiar for Georgians; Hubble Space telescope's historic discovery; Bruce Willis retires

Plus, Chris Rock makes his first public appearance since the Oscars incident

View this email online by Suzanne Nuyen First up Claire Harbage/NPR Here's what we're following today: As Russia's invasion of Ukraine rages on, residents in Georgia watch with apprehension and recognition. Russia launched airstrikes, sent in troops and declared war on Georgia 14 years ago. Many worry he could invade again if Ukraine falls. Joe Trupia wanted to use his talents to help Ukraine by selling tiny LEGO-based figures of President Zelenskyy and Molotov cocktails with the Ukrainian flag. His toys sold out in hours and raised $145,000 to benefit a nonprofit aid group. ➡️ Hear our best stories about Ukraine by listening to our daily State of Ukraine podcast. A new study from the New England Journal of Medicine confirms what many doctors have been saying throughout the pandemic: Ivermectin does not reduce the risk of hospitalization from COVID-19. Despite warnings from the FDA against using the cow and horse dewormer to treat COVID, it's remained popular among some people seeking treatment. Comedian Chris Rock performed in Boston yesterday in his first public appearance since Will Smith slapped him on live TV at the Oscars. He said he was still "processing what happened" and would have any material about the incident later — "And it will be serious and funny." ➡️ The Academy said that Smith was asked to leave the ceremony after the slap but he refused. Newsletter continues after sponsor message Today’s listen NASA, ESA, Brian Welch (JHU), Dan Coe (STScI) The Hubble Space Telescope has captured light from what appears to be the most distant star humans have ever seen. Light from this star began its journey 12.9 billion years ago — just 900 million years after the Big Bang that started the universe. 🎧 Listen to learn how scientists captured this light, or read the story. Before you go Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images Bruce Willis announced yesterday he's stepping away from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia, which was "impacting his cognitive abilities." Here's what you need to know about this condition. GameStop's stock is surging again, more than a year after the "meme stock" captured the nation's attention. This is what's causing this recent, albeit less dramatic, rise. The U.S. and Russia saw a rare moment of cooperation via the space program. Astronauts from both countries parachute-landed in Kazakhstan on Wednesday after a trip back to Earth from the International Space Station. The CDC has lifted its risk advisory for cruise ship travel, saying while there will always be some risk of catching COVID, travelers can "make their own risk assessment."  Listen to your local NPR station. Visit NPR.org to hear live radio from WBEZ (edit station). Enjoying this newsletter? Forward to a friend! They can sign up here. Looking for more great content? Check out all of our newsletter offerings — including Music, Politics, Health and more! You received this message because you're subscribed to Daily News emails. This email was sent by National Public Radio, Inc., 1111 North Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 Unsubscribe  |  Privacy Policy