Yaroslava Mahuchikh has been included in the top 10 nominees for the title of best European athlete of 2025. The winners will be announced on October 25 in Batumi, Georgia.
The European Commission proposes that EU member states use sanctioned Russian funds to finance a new €140 billion loan for Ukraine. This loan will be issued in tranches and used for defense cooperation and to support Ukraine's budgetary needs.
In Lviv region, on September 25, the female driver of an Audi veered into a ditch while overtaking a truck. As a result of the accident, three children were injured: a newborn, a five-year-old girl, and a seven-year-old boy.
After the celebration of Rosh Hashanah, there is a significant increase in passenger traffic leaving Ukraine. Over the past day, about 5,000 pilgrims crossed the border, which led to a load on the checkpoints in the Lviv region.
Meteorological autumn in Kyiv began on September 24, a week later than the climatic norm. It is characterized by a stable transition of the average daily air temperature below +15 degrees. This year's meteorological summer lasted 126 days.
In Russia, 2. 6% of gas stations, or 360 facilities, closed in two months. Independent gas stations and the Southern Federal District, as well as temporarily occupied Crimea, were most affected.
Russian troops have been shelling Kherson intensely since the morning. The enemy launched about 15 aerial bombs, deploying 6 aircraft, and struck with artillery, hitting a minibus, which resulted in one person killed and three wounded.
The government has instructed to ensure uninterrupted supply of electricity and gas to life-support enterprises in frontline regions, despite debts. Action plans are also being prepared for the stable functioning of the energy sector during the 2025/2026 heating season.
Mercedes-Benz has showcased the upcoming VLE electric van, built on a new modular platform that can accommodate up to eight people. The vehicle covered 1,100 km from Stuttgart to Rome with two 15-minute charging stops.
The airspace over Aalborg Airport in Denmark reopened on Friday after an overnight closure due to suspected drone activity. This marks the second such incident in a few days, raising security concerns.
Microsoft and Asus have officially opened pre-orders for the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, which will go on sale on October 16. Prices for the consoles range from $499 to $1599 depending on the model and region.
During the night, the Odesa region was attacked by Russian drones, damaging transformers at a transport infrastructure facility. The fire was promptly extinguished, and there were no casualties.
Oil prices rose, reaching their highest weekly gain since June, due to attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, which led to a reduction in fuel exports and a decrease in oil production. Brent futures rose to $69.55 per barrel, and WTI to $62.22 per barrel.
Odesa Railway is temporarily canceling suburban train services No. 6208, No. 6207, No. 6254, No. 6256 and changing the route of train No. 6255 from September 26. This is due to damage to energy infrastructure as a result of hostilities, which has led to delays in other services.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 200 combat engagements over the past day, half of which occurred in the Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions. The enemy carried out 59 airstrikes, dropped 109 guided aerial bombs, and used 4,774 kamikaze drones.
During the night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 154 drones, 128 of which were shot down or suppressed. Hits by 26 attack UAVs were recorded at 9 locations.
Kyiv police brought to justice a 43-year-old man who beat his dog on the territory of a residential complex in the Dniprovskyi district. He explained his actions as disciplinary measures because the dog relieved itself on the lawn.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte supported Donald Trump's statement that NATO member countries should shoot down Russian drones and planes if they enter their airspace, if such a step is necessary. NATO military personnel are trained to assess such threats and determine further actions.
The European Commission has rejected the demand by EU lawmakers to confiscate 200 billion euros of frozen Russian central bank assets. This would violate international law and risk widespread retaliatory measures from Moscow.
Russian troops attacked critical infrastructure in Chernihiv, causing a fire and leaving 30,000 subscribers without power. Water supply disruptions are possible due to reduced pressure in the networks.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed incidents involving drones over Danish airports, calling them “serious. ” The parties agreed on NATO's cooperation with Denmark to ensure the security of critical infrastructure, as the incidents could be part of a “hybrid attack.”
Sumy is again under attack by Russian UAVs, hits have been recorded in the Zarichny and Kovpakivsky districts, damaging non-residential premises and an enterprise. One woman sought medical attention due to an acute stress reaction.
The large gasoline-powered Audi Q9 crossover will appear in 2026 along with the updated Q7. Both models will use the Premium Platform Combustion, supporting various engine types.
The government is considering a moratorium on disconnecting water and electricity supply in frontline communities due to debts for a stable heating season. A comprehensive solution is also being developed to compensate for the difference in heating tariffs.
The President of the European Commission and EU heads of state will discuss drone incursions at an informal meeting of the European Council in Copenhagen next week. This issue will also be considered at the first meeting on the 'drone wall' on Friday, with the participation of representatives from seven border EU member states, Denmark, Slovakia, and Ukraine.
In Ukraine, changes to the Procedure for Suspending Tax Invoice Registration come into force on September 27, 2025. The innovations are aimed at reducing blockages and increasing transparency for businesses.
The release of the animated film “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” has been postponed to June 18, 2027. The film will be released a week after “How to Train Your Dragon 2” and on the same day as “Gatto.”
After Russia's night attack, which led to power outages and infrastructure damage, 15 Ukrzaliznytsia trains are delayed. Two trains, Odesa-Dnipro and Odesa-Kryvyi Rih, are delayed by more than 5 hours.
In July, banks issued 871 mortgage loans for UAH 1. 6 billion. The rate on the secondary market was 9.15%, on the primary market - 8.05%.
European officials fear that US President Donald Trump's new rhetoric on Ukraine is aimed at shifting blame to Europe. Trump is calling on the EU for tougher sanctions against Russia and tariffs on China and India, which Europeans consider unfeasible.
