Big Bad ‘Wolves’ of Russia Look to ‘Conquer Ukraine or Die Trying’

Here are the stories TIME is watching this Tuesday, May 13:

• Russian paramilitary group “The Wolves’ Hundred” is vowing to “conquer Ukraine or die trying.”
• Donald Sterling ripped Magic Johnson for his HIV and made more racist comments in what was supposed to be an apology interview on CNN.
• The second MERS case in the U.S. has been confirmed in Orlando, while officials examine up to 500 people with whom the patient came into contact.
• Clay Aiken’s North Carolina congressional opponent, Kieth Crisco, died after falling in his home.

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