The New York Times – Sports:
Unlike at Wimbledon, players from Russia and Belarus will be allowed to compete at the U.S. Open. Whether they play in an exhibition to support relief efforts in Ukraine is another question.
Category: Ukraine
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U.S. Open Commits to Fund-Raising Exhibition Match and $2 Million for Ukraine
The New York Times – Sports:
Unlike at Wimbledon, players from Russia and Belarus will be allowed to compete at the U.S. Open. Whether they play in an exhibition to support relief efforts in Ukraine is another question.
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Why a Vogue Cover Created a Controversy for Olena Zelenska
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Is the magazine romanticizing war, or is the first lady weaponizing glossies?
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U.K. Will Host Eurovision in 2023
The New York Times – Music:
Organizers had ruled out Ukraine from hosting because of safety concerns from Russia’s ongoing invasion.
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In Washington, Olena Zelenska Dressed for Ukraine
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
On an unofficial visit, the Ukrainian first lady represents her country in more ways than one.
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War Ruins Ivan Dorn’s Effort to Reconcile Russia and Ukraine
The New York Times – Music:
Ivan Dorn, who was born in Russia and grew up in Ukraine, promoted friendship between the countries for years. Now, he is focused on supporting Ukraine.
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Brittney Griner Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges in Russia
The New York Times – Sports:
Her plea came hours after a Russian diplomat said that publicity around the basketball player’s case was not helping her interests.
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Brittney Griner Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges in Russia.
The New York Times – Sports:
Her plea came hours after a Russian diplomat said that publicity around the basketball player’s case was not helping her interests.
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Iga Swiatek, a World No. 1, Gets Comfortable Using Her Clout
The New York Times – Sports:
“It’s a new position that I’m in, and I’m trying to use it the best way possible,” Swiatek said. She announced an exhibition match to help raise money for young Ukrainians.