In the first episode of a special Apple News Today series, a Princeton historian explains how the 2022 midterm elections could serve as a referendum on democracy.

Two American military veterans who were taken hostage by Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine spoke with the Washington Post about their time in captivity. 

A new U.S. Soccer report says the women’s professional league has normalized abuse and misconduct. ESPN has the story. 

Pumpkin-spice season is here. The Guardian explores how the flavoring became an American fall favorite.