This NPR News Now episode covers the lack of breakthrough in US-Russia talks on Ukraine, despite a temporary pause in attacks on capitals. It reports on Hawaii declaring a state of emergency as Hurricane Lowell approaches, bringing heavy rainfall and potential flooding. The segment also highlights Michigan Democrats' efforts to unify after a divisive primary to retain a key Senate seat, record-high diesel fuel prices, and a fatal Amazon cargo plane crash in Miami. Finally, researchers discuss a new study linking multiple genetic variants to the Big Five personality traits.