Shiite Houthi rebels attacked the UN office in the Yemeni capital Sanaa, taking control of 63 employees of humanitarian organizations. The incidents occurred on August 6-7, but were initially hushed up.
The contract of the head coach of the Ukrainian Olympic team Ruslan Rotan and his staff with the UAF has expired. During Rotan's tenure, the youth team played 47 matches, and the Olympic team played 11.
Humanitarian organizations continue to evacuate residents from the frontline areas. The displaced people need case management, psychosocial support and accommodation, the UN reports.
The intensification of Russian strikes in Sumy region has significantly increased the burden on medical facilities. UN partners report an urgent need for additional resources, including medicines and equipment.
According to the UN, the number of civilian casualties in Donetsk region increased from 125 in May to 269 in July 2024. Humanitarian organizations continue to help civilians leave the areas of active hostilities.
More than 2,000 orphans are abroad. A special group at the Ministry of Social Policy is developing a plan for their return and placement in families, with the priority being to reunite siblings.
Venezuela's President Maduro demands tough government action after protests against his re-election. The opposition calls for a new 'global' rally on August 17, challenging the election results.
The United States said it did not participate in the overthrow of Bangladeshi Prime Minister Hasina. This denial came after Hasina's accusations that the United States was involved in her ouster in order to gain control of the island of St. Martin.
Athletes in diving, athletics, freestyle wrestling and rowing returned to Kyiv after the 2024 Olympics. Oleksiy Sereda, who took 8th place in the diving competition, shared his impressions and plans for the future.
The prosecutor's office has brought a case against 10 people who promised profits from cryptocurrency investments. The fraudsters first paid interest and then stopped contacting investors.
Kyiv police detained a 32-year-old woman who stole money and valuables while cleaning apartments. The suspect is involved in seven episodes of thefts totaling over UAH 270 thousand.
Australia's coal and gas exports cause more climate damage than any other country except Russia. By 2035, emissions from Australia's fossil fuel exports could increase by 50%.
The Pentagon is stepping up its military presence in the Middle East by sending the nuclear-powered submarine USS Georgia and the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln. This is a response to rising tensions in the region.
The Perseid meteor shower peaks today during the afternoon and evening hours. The best time to view is after midnight until dawn, when up to 100 meteors per hour can be seen with the naked eye.
A house in Maryland exploded in the United States, allegedly due to a gas leak. Two people were killed, 12 families were forced to leave their homes, and rescuers were working at the scene.
Oschadbank has signed the first loan agreement in Ukraine for the installation of a gas reciprocating power plant under the '5-7-9%' program. The loan of UAH 28.7 million was granted for 5 years at 9% per annum for the installation of a 2.5 MW generator.
Russian troops shelled several communities in Mykolaiv region. Artillery, FPV drones, and an Iskander-M ballistic missile were used. Private houses were damaged, but there were no casualties.
The invaders take schoolchildren from the occupied Luhansk region to the Novosibirsk region of the Russian Federation for military training. Starting in 2025, it is planned to allocate funds to expand this program for 6 years.
President Zelenskyy has stated that strengthening Ukraine's air shield is a key priority. Work with partners is ongoing to increase air defense systems and improve training of the defenders of the sky.
The Russian military attacked infrastructure facilities in the Sumy region. Emergency services are working at the site, restoration work is underway, and the consequences of the attack are being clarified.
The heat in Romania could destroy up to 90% of the sunflower and corn crop. In Moldova, the losses of these crops due to drought reach 70-100%. The governments of both countries plan to compensate farmers.
Ukrainian troops continue an unprecedented operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, advancing 30 kilometers into the territory. Russian forces have been unable to push back the Ukrainian armed forces, despite attempts to reinforce them and claims of controlling the situation.
Ukrenergo reported that no restrictions on electricity consumption are expected on August 12. Power engineers urge to consume electricity sparingly throughout the day and not to turn on powerful appliances from 18:00 to 22:00.
Zhang Yufei won six Olympic medals at the Paris Games, becoming the most successful athlete of the tournament. Frenchman Leon Marchand is the leader in the number of gold medals with five.
In an interview, US President Joe Biden called Donald Trump a real threat to America's security if he is elected on November 5. Biden emphasized the danger of Trump winning the election.
Over the last day, 65 combat engagements were registered. The most intense fighting was in the Pokrovske and Lyman sectors, where the enemy made 26 and 13 attacks respectively. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are holding back the onslaught and repelling most of the attacks.
The upper stage of China's Long March 6A rocket exploded in low Earth orbit after launching 18 Internet satellites. A field of more than 700 pieces of debris was created, threatening to collide with more than 1,000 satellites.
In the eastern region of Ukraine, a power company vehicle hit an explosive device while inspecting an overhead line. A 31-year-old power grid maintenance foreman was seriously injured and hospitalized.
Russian troops used the entire arsenal of weapons to shell 40 settlements in Sumy and Chernihiv regions. Mortars, artillery, MLRS, drones and guided aerial bombs were used, causing injuries and damage to civilian objects.
Apple has amended the App Store policy in the EU, allowing developers to promote offers directly in applications. New fees were introduced: 5% for user acquisition and 10% for retail services during the first year.
