The European Union on Monday moved Ukraine's bid to join onto the next stage after a long delay -- but Kyiv still has a long and tricky path ahead to becoming a full member.
Ukraine announced an overhaul of its army recruitment system on Monday, offering lucrative contracts and clearly defined terms of service in a bid to attract new recruits.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said he intended to run in elections scheduled for later this year, as he faced domestic criticism over his wartime leadership.
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Nature
More than one billion children face at least three overlapping climate hazards, UNICEF warned Monday, while highlighting the disproportionate impact in some regions of the world.
June 16, 2026
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Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler, seeking a career Grand Slam with a victory in this week's 126th US Open, tested himself in windy afternoon conditions Monday as practice began at Shinnecock.
June 15, 2026
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The whole world is waiting to see Lionel Messi, said Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, when the defending champions begin their World Cup campaign against Algeria on Tuesday.
June 15, 2026
Defending champion JJ Spaun plans to use the same formula to win the US Open this week at Shinnecock as he did to capture his first major title last year at Oakmont.
June 15, 2026
US President Donald Trump said Monday that ships were again moving through the Strait of Hormuz and the vital oil route would be "completely open" by Friday, after Washington and Tehran announced a deal to end the Middle East war.
June 15, 2026
Sports
Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed Salah's 34th birthday.
June 15, 2026
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France come into this year's World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but Tuesday's opponents in their opening game, Senegal, serve as a warning of the dangers of over-confidence.
Matt Fitzpatrick missed the cut at Shinnecock in the 2018 US Open, but the world number four wants to see the course play even harder at this week's US Open.
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente said he is still convinced La Roja will go far at the World Cup despite failing to break down debutants Cape Verde in a 0-0 draw to open their tournament.
Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed Salah's 34th birthday.
June 15, 2026
Sports
The NBA title secured by the New York Knicks on Saturday could help salvage the legacy of franchise owner James Dolan, who has been accused of incompetence, personal vendettas and egocentrism for almost 30 years.
June 15, 2026
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An overnight Russian barrage of missiles killed at least 11 people across Ukraine and sparked a fire at one of the most important Orthodox monasteries in the capital Kyiv.
Wyndham Clark, who smashed his locker in frustration after missing the cut at last year's US Open, arrived at Shinnecock for this year's Open seeking redemption and better results.
In his early sixties, Rob Kaufman suffered a medical emergency that caused him to faint and hit his head on a wood floor, resulting in a traumatic brain injury.
Spain failed to find a way past inspired Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha as the 40-year-old secured a stunning 0-0 draw for the World Cup debutants and was reduced to tears at his heroics.
June 15, 2026
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