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Rybakina defeats two-time defending champion Sabalenka to win 2026 US Open

Elena Rybakina defeated two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka at the 2026 US Open, 6-4, 5-7, 6-2. During her run to the title—her first at a US Open—Rybakina also racked up enough points to rise to world No. 1 when the rankings are updated on Monday.

Alexander Zverev defeats Ben Shelton to win 2026 US Open

Alexander Zverev captured his second Grand Slam title—and second major of the year—by defeating American Ben Shelton in the 2026 US Open men's singles final, 6-3, 7-6(2), 5-7, 6-2, on Sunday.

AMAZON WARRIORS CLAIM FIRST WCPL CROWN

Chedean Nation produced one of the greatest comebacks in Limacol WCPL history, powering the Guyana Amazon Warriors to their maiden title with a thrilling two-wicket victory over the Trinbago Knight Riders at the Kensington Oval.

FALCONS COMPLETE DREAM FLIGHT TO MAIDEN TITLE

The Antigua & Barbuda Falcons were crowned Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) champions for the first time after defeating the Jamaica Kingsmen by eight wickets at the Kensington Oval.

West Indies cricketing great Garry Sobers dies at age 89

Garry Sobers, the graceful West Indian cricketer whose world-record test innings of 365 not out as a 21-year-old set him on the path to becoming arguably the sport’s greatest allrounder, has died. He was 89.

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The Guardian view on youth unemployment: too few jobs in too many places

Young people in Britain’s poorer towns have far fewer opportunities. Changing this will require targeted support – and industrial strategy

Gloria Estefan Joins Joy Huerta to Discuss Representation, Latin Music, and Broadway

The two came together to celebrate the new musical Real Women Have Curves.

Is Broadway Ready for KPOP? Helen Park Knows It Is.

The composer brings a history-making musical to the Broadway stage, featuring real K-pop artists and bilingual songs.

Every Look From the Vogue World 2026: Milano Red Carpet

Ciao, Milano! Tonight, Vogue World 2026: Milan is taking over the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the city’s landmark shopping destination, to celebrate Italy’s century-spanning contributions to fashion.
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