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Mexico and South Africa open the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday, June 11, at 3 p.m. ET. The opener airs on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with streaming listed on FOX One, Tubi and Peacock.
Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final is set for Thursday, June 11, at 8 p.m. ET, with the Vegas Golden Knights visiting the Carolina Hurricanes on ABC. The series is tied 2-2 after Carolina’s Game 4 win.
The May 2026 CPI report is scheduled for release Wednesday, June 10, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Here is what to check in the BLS inflation data once it goes live.
USDA and Texas officials have confirmed New World screwworm in two Zavala County calves, with animal movement controls in place in the Zavala and Uvalde County areas. Officials say public risk remains low, but residents should check animals for wounds, larvae or eggs and report suspected infestations quickly.
The CDC says 2,030 confirmed measles cases have been reported in the United States in 2026, with most cases tied to outbreaks. The latest update also explains why state counts may differ from the national total.
Knicks vs. Spurs Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Here is the confirmed NBA Finals schedule, streaming context and where the series stands.
The 2026 Tony Awards air live from Radio City Music Hall on CBS at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, June 7. Viewers can stream the ceremony on Paramount+ and watch a free Pluto TV pre-show earlier in the evening.
Fans going to Knicks vs. Spurs Game 3 at Madison Square Garden should bring no bags, arrive early and expect enhanced security screening. The NBA Finals game is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET Monday, June 8.
Knicks vs. Spurs Game 3 is scheduled for Monday, June 8, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC, with NBA.com also listing ESPN for Game 3. The Knicks lead the NBA Finals 2-0 after winning the first two games in San Antonio.
The FAA’s Sunday operations plan lists possible ground-stop or delay programs at SFO, Boston Logan and Houston’s IAH/HOU, while current FAA airport pages showed only minor general delays at the latest check. Travelers should verify their flight status with their airline before going to the airport.
Serena Williams is set to return to professional tennis in doubles at the HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club, partnering Victoria Mboko. The exact match time has not been posted, but the women’s doubles first round is scheduled for June 8-10.
The Knicks beat the Spurs 105-104 in Game 2 of the NBA Finals and lead the series 2-0. Game 3 moves to New York on Monday night.
FIFA’s current World Cup 2026 Stadium Code of Conduct says reusable water bottles may not be brought into stadiums. Fans should check the latest code, ticket instructions and venue rules before heading to the gate.
Brayden McNabb left Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final after being hit in the face by a puck. The Golden Knights had not announced a diagnosis or return timetable after the game.
The NTSB’s preliminary report says United Flight 169 struck a light pole while approaching Runway 29 at Newark Liberty International Airport, and debris from the pole hit a tractor-trailer. The plane landed safely with no injuries onboard, but the investigation has not reached a final cause.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts June 11 with Mexico vs. South Africa, followed by the U.S. opener against Paraguay on June 12. Here are the first games, kickoff times, TV channels and streaming options for U.S. viewers.
CDC says certain travelers who were recently in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda or South Sudan may be routed to four U.S. airports for enhanced Ebola screening. The agency says the U.S. risk remains low, but affected travelers should monitor symptoms for 21 days after leaving those countries.
Some DirecTV viewers lost access to local Scripps stations during a carriage dispute, affecting Stanley Cup Final coverage in markets where the missing station carries ABC. Here are the reported markets and viewing options to check before the next game.
The Hurricanes beat the Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime in Game 2, tying the Stanley Cup Final at 1-1. Game 3 is Saturday night in Las Vegas on ABC.
The 2026 Belmont Stakes is scheduled for 7:04 p.m. ET Saturday, June 6, at Saratoga Race Course. FOX will carry the race, with streaming listed on FOX One, and NYRA’s official entries show a nine-horse field.
NOAA says a G3 geomagnetic storm watch is in effect for June 4 and June 5 as CMEs are forecast to interact with Earth. Aurora visibility tonight will depend on final storm strength, darkness, cloud cover and the latest SWPC forecast maps.
The New York Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson scored 30 points as the Knicks took a 1-0 series lead.
USDA confirmed New World screwworm in a calf in Zavala County, Texas. Officials say animal owners should monitor livestock and pets, follow movement restrictions in the affected zone and report suspected cases quickly.
The Vegas Golden Knights lead the Carolina Hurricanes 1-0 in the Stanley Cup Final after a 5-4 Game 1 win. Game 2 is Thursday, June 4, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.