What to know about Russia’s latest attacks on Kyiv

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<p>The <a href="https://apple.news/A44ZP42UATiu7FIKLdhJ-EQ?campaign_id=applenewstoday_shownotes">Wall Street Journal</a> reports that western Ukrainian cities such as Kyiv that have been mostly peaceful in recent months have come under attack. The Russian strikes are in retaliation for an explosion that destroyed a key bridge connecting Russia with Crimea.</p> <p>Harvey Weinstein&rsquo;s latest trial on sexual-assault charges begins in Los Angeles today, the <a href="https://apple.news/AHEL1b7vERraNYMc6ximjjw?campaign_id=applenewstoday_shownotes">Guardian</a> reports. It&rsquo;s a key moment for the #MeToo movement, which was sparked by reporting on abuse allegations against him.</p> <p>Political misinformation is a growing problem. <a href="https://apple.news/Aw_LgA834QDe_-MN1FTnOzg?campaign_id=applenewstoday_shownotes">Vox</a> looks at the waves of false information being aimed at Latino voters ahead of the midterm elections.</p> <p>Cheating scandals are rocking a variety of competitive events. The <a href="https://apple.news/AfynpENgmOfqxGeLz-NaA4Q?campaign_id=applenewstoday_shownotes">Independent</a> looks at allegations involving judges of Irish dancing. And the <a href="https://apple.news/AzZOH65FySXKjU7c7li8Rgw?campaign_id=applenewstoday_shownotes">Akron Beacon Journal</a> covers a scandal where angling-contest officials found weights stuffed into fish.</p>