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USA PBS NewsHour Jun 7
European leaders stress 'urgent need' to bolster Ukraine's defenses against Russian ballistic missiles

The leaders of the U.K., Ukraine, France and Germany discussed the "urgent need" to ramp up production of weapons to combat Russia's powerful hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missiles in a meeting in London on Sunday.

USA PBS NewsHour Jun 7
Israel says Iran launched missiles in first bombardment since fragile ceasefire

Iran launched missiles at Israel in the first such bombardment since a fragile ceasefire took effect in early April, raising the possibility of a return to heavy fighting and complicating mediation efforts to end the war.

USA PBS NewsHour Jun 7
Alexander Zverev wins French Open for first Grand Slam title

In his fourth major final, Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 for the French Open title on Sunday.

USA NPR Jun 7
1 million people flood Madrid streets to see the pope's flower-carpeted procession

The crowd cheered and shouted "This is the youth of the pope!" as Pope Leo arrived for Mass at a central Madrid plaza. It's the first papal visit to Spain in 15 years.

USA NPR Jun 7
4 takeaways from the U.S. men's final tune-up games before the World Cup

The U.S. men's national team chose to play a pair of highly-ranked, super competitive teams in the final lead-up to the World Cup: Senegal and Germany. The matches showed the U.S. is ready.

USA NPR Jun 7
Bumblebees have tiny brains but they can solve problems like chimps and elephants

New research suggests the fuzzy insects may be capable of spontaneously solving problems the way animals with much larger brains do.

USA NPR Jun 6
A park famed for rare gorillas gears up to fight Ebola and protect its primates

In Virunga National Park, rangers are on the frontlines — playing a critical role to contain the surging virus while coping with an upsurge in conflict-related violence.

USA NPR Jun 6
In Ohio, the Sikh community passes traditions to the next generation

Photographer Akash Pamarthy has documented the Sikh religious community in Ohio over several years. His photos tell a story.

USA NPR Jun 6
Knicks beat Spurs by one point for 2-0 lead in NBA Finals

The red-hot Knicks are going home, two wins away from an NBA championship that the capital of the world has been waiting to see for generations.

USA PBS NewsHour Jun 5
This chef will teach you how to make healthy $5 family dinners

With rising grocery prices, many Americans are struggling to provide healthy, complete meals for their families. One chef is teaching his TikTok followers how to eat well on a budget, one $5 meal at a time. Deema Zein reports.

USA PBS NewsHour Jun 5
Energy Department says advanced nuclear reactor first to reach critical milestone

The milestone occurs when a nuclear reactor achieves a self-sustaining chain reaction capable of producing a steady release of energy.

USA NPR Jun 5
Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next week in first visit since 2019

The announcement was made by both countries Friday a day after North Korea unveiled a new facility to produce nuclear fuel.

USA NPR Jun 5
China's highest bridge brings tourists and internet access to remote communities

A link to the highway that cuts travel times from hours to just minutes, and a symbol of a flow of investment that has provided unprecedented access to high-speed internet in this remote region.

USA PBS NewsHour Jun 5
172,000 jobs added in May, showing market resilience despite Iran war

Hiring has bounced back this year from a miserable 2025, showing unexpected strength in the face of economic uncertainty and painfully high energy prices caused by the Iran war.

USA NPR Jun 5
My husband planned our 'just us' trip and it was perfect. Here's why it worked

For a smooth, rewarding and drama-free couples trip, take as much stress out of the equation as you can — and get comfortable with the fact that a fight may arise (and that's OK).