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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (right) greets Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (left) at the Eastern Partnership summit in Brussels last year. Zelenskyy is appealing for Ukraine to join the EU.

Ukraine wants to join the EU. Here's how that would work

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has applied for Ukraine to join the European Union, after appealing to its leaders for immediate entry. Gaining membership is a complex process.

Two reports from the federal government have determined that many cases of abuse or neglect of elderly patients that are severe enough to require medical attention are not being reported to enforcement agencies by nursing homes or health workers — even though such reporting is required by law.

Cape Coral caretakers sentenced to federal prison for stealing more than $500K from elderly victim

A Cape Coral mother and daughter will each serve prison sentences in a fraud case involving more than $500,000 and a senior citizen for whom they were hired as caretakers.

Biden meets with the Teamsters today. But don't expect an endorsement any time soon

The 1.3 million member union is in every battleground state. Former President Donald Trump has also met with the organization and made his pitch. But don't expect an endorsement any time soon.

The Assassination of Iran's Top Nuclear Scientist

Ellie Geranmayeh joins the program.

Hurricane Ian Oral History Podcast

Hurricane Ian changed Southwest Florida forever. Hear powerful oral histories from survivors in this podcast series on loss, resilience, and the aftermath.

Man arrested in plot to firebomb Palestinian activist's home after undercover op

An official who was briefed on the investigation said Alexander Heifler, 26, identified as a member of the JDL 613 Brotherhood, which describes its membership as "Jewish warriors" fighting back against rising antisemitism.

State Department to deny visas to fact checkers and others, citing 'censorship'

The order is focused on applicants for H-1B visas, which are frequently used by tech companies and is part of a campaign by the Trump administration against online content moderation.

Supreme Court enforces ban on straw purchase of guns

News Wrap: Esper criticizes Turkey for air-defense purchase

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks to the media after Friday prayers in Istanbul, Turkey on Friday.

Turkey's president opposes letting Finland, Sweden join NATO

"We are following developments concerning Sweden and Finland, but we are not of a favorable opinion," Erdogan told reporters.

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