Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg believes that glasses will become the primary way to interact with artificial intelligence. He predicts that people without such glasses will have a significant cognitive disadvantage.
US President Donald Trump signed a decree introducing additional 40% tariffs on Brazil, bringing the total tariff amount to 50%. This is due to the policy of the Brazilian government, which poses a threat to US national security.
In Donetsk Oblast, water supply to four cities has been reduced due to repairs to the main pipe of the Second Donetsk water pipeline. Water supply will be restored after the completion of works.
Oil prices rose after Donald Trump's statement about introducing measures against Russia and tariff threats to countries trading Russian oil. Brent futures rose to $72.09, and WTI to $69.97.
Five earthquakes were recorded in Kamchatka in 10 minutes, the most powerful with a magnitude of 6. 0. After that, the Klyuchevskaya Sopka volcano began to erupt.
18 EU member states have expressed interest in receiving loans worth 127 billion euros under the SAFE defense instrument. The SAFE program will allow mobilizing up to 150 billion euros in investments, Ukraine expects investments in its defense.
In Odesa, State Emergency Service rescuers saved three people, a cat, and a dog during a fire in a three-story residential building. The fire engulfed several apartments but was quickly extinguished, with no casualties.
Heavy rains and squally winds have swept across a number of regions of Ukraine, leaving hundreds of settlements without power. The SES is working to eliminate the consequences of the natural disaster, calling on citizens to be careful.
On July 30, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a decision on the mechanism for paying assistance to family members of fallen Ukrainian volunteer servicemen. The total amount of the payment is 15 million hryvnias, which is paid in stages: 1/5 immediately and 4/5 in equal parts over 40 months.
After earthquakes, the Klyuchevskaya Sopka volcano began erupting on Kamchatka. Scientists are recording the descent of incandescent lava down the western slope.
The UN conference in New York concluded with a call from 17 countries for an end to Hamas's rule in the Gaza Strip. The signatories condemned the attacks by Hamas and Israel, demanding the withdrawal of Israeli troops and a halt to settlement construction.
The truce between Cambodia and Thailand continues for a second day, despite mutual accusations of violations. Cambodia withdrew military attachés and diplomats to a destroyed checkpoint to verify compliance with the ceasefire.
The corn season has begun in Ukraine, and UNN offers five unusual recipes. Among them: boiled corn with additives, mamaliga, Mexican elotes, cream soup, and homemade popcorn with creative toppings.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved a bill that grants a 12-month deferment from conscription to conscripts and reservists aged 18-25 who served under contract. This applies to those discharged from service after the expiration of the contract term or established terms of military service.
In temporarily occupied Berdiansk, a strike was launched on the base of Russian invaders in the "Moryak" guesthouse. The occupation authorities are silent, and entry to the Berdiansk Spit has been blocked.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu announced unprecedented Russian interference in the upcoming parliamentary elections. The Kremlin is financing political projects and planning voter bribery, disinformation, cyberattacks, and the involvement of the church.
The Government of Ukraine has allowed drone and EW manufacturers to include loan costs in the price of state contracts. This will allow including up to 10% of the product's cost.
The Dormition Fast in 2025 will last from August 1 to August 14, being one of the strictest, allowing fish only on August 6. It provides for dry eating on certain days, and also prohibits quarrels and insults.
July 30 marks the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Paperback Book Day, and Father-in-Law's Day. Orthodox Christians honor the memory of the holy apostles Silas, Silvanus, and Andronicus.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine assured that there is no threat to the population of the Zaporizhzhia region, although the monitoring of the situation continues. Air measurements showed 0.14 µSv/h, which is normal, despite the recorded increase in radiation levels in Zaporizhzhia during gusts of wind from the occupied territories.
The US negotiating team is returning to Washington for a meeting with President Donald Trump regarding the extension of tariffs for China. Trade representative Jamison Greer stated that a decision on suspending tariff changes after August 12 has not yet been made.
An increase in radiation levels has been recorded in Zaporizhzhia during gusts of wind from the temporarily occupied territories. This is happening amidst the spread of provocative rumors about the ZNPP by Russian invaders.
The Ukrainian government plans to raise 400 billion hryvnias to finance the security and defense sector. This will be considered by the Verkhovna Rada. Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko also announced plans to raise significant funds to fulfill all social obligations.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney discussed strengthening air defense, increasing funding for joint drone production, and tightening sanctions against Russia. The parties also discussed the results of the meeting in Istanbul and the draft law on anti-corruption bodies.
Minister of Defense Denys Shmyhal announced that families of military personnel who died in captivity will receive 15 million hryvnias regardless of the cause of death. The law also extends the period for receiving payments for injuries or illnesses that led to partial loss of working capacity to one year.
In the Bucha district of Kyiv region, a conflict occurred between a 60-year-old man and a woman, during which the man hit the victim's phone with his hand. The police are investigating the incident, which took place on July 28 in a store in the village of Sofiivska Borshchahivka.
Nine countries have officially expressed interest in borrowing funds from the EU military procurement program SAFE by the deadline. Poland plans to request 25 billion euros, and Greece – at least 1.2 billion euros.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with manufacturers of electronics and components for missiles and drones in Kyiv Oblast. More than 80% of production works for the country's defense.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called Donald Trump's position on Moscow realistic and firm, as Putin rejects peace efforts. Sybiha emphasized the need for a consolidated sanctions strike against Russia to stop financing its military budget.
Lybidska metro station in Kyiv has been temporarily closed to passengers due to the discovery of a suspicious object. Trains are passing the station without stopping, and an explosive ordnance disposal team has been called to the scene.
