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China is significantly increasing its imports of Russian LNG, having made its first export from the Arctic LNG 2 project and designated the Beihai terminal to receive supplies from the Russian Federation. Purchases are made through a little-known company to conceal the end consumer.
Users of Microsoft Azure cloud services are experiencing delays due to damage to several underwater fiber optic cables in the Red Sea. Traffic has been rerouted via alternative routes, but restoration will take time.
The United Kingdom will allocate £182 million to establish five technical colleges to train personnel for the defense industry. This is part of the largest defense skills development plan in a decade.
The WHO has lifted the global emergency over the Mpox virus, but the disease still poses a threat. The organization urges governments not to relax epidemiological surveillance and vaccination.
In August, the meat price index reached a new high, surpassing July's record. The increase is driven by high demand for beef in the US and China amid a reduction in global livestock numbers.
European leaders are concerned about a possible new Russian offensive in Ukraine. They are meeting with Zelenskyy to discuss security guarantees and the situation around Pokrovsk.
Tesla's Robotaxi app is now available to all iPhone users. The company is expanding services beyond Austin, Texas.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin said that US envoy Steve Witkoff accurately conveyed the Kremlin's position to Donald Trump. He considers their communication effective, despite criticism.
The leaders of China, Russia, and North Korea discussed the possibility of living to 150 years old during their ascent to the Tiananmen Gate. Putin mentioned organ transplantation, while Xi Jinping spoke about longevity forecasts.
Elon Musk stated that Optimus robots will account for up to 80% of Tesla's value, despite a decline in electric car sales. Deliveries of robots to other companies may begin in the second half of 2026.
Gazprom signed an agreement to build the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline to China via Mongolia, planning to supply up to 50 billion cubic meters of gas per year. The company will also increase supplies via existing routes to compensate for reduced exports to Europe.
Tesla has received only about 600 orders in India since sales launched. This is significantly less than the company expected, raising doubts about its global growth prospects.
The meeting of the leaders of China and Russia in Beijing confirmed close ties. Bilateral trade reached a new record of $245 billion in 2024.
The activities of the APT29 (Midnight Blizzard) hacker group have been neutralized. They hacked websites and redirected users to fake pages to gain access to mail.
ChatGPT developer, OpenAI, plans to create one of the largest data centers in India. This facility will be part of the global Stargate initiative and the state program IndiaAI.
Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani was hospitalized after a car accident, sustaining fractured thoracic vertebrae and other injuries. The accident occurred after he assisted a victim of domestic violence.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson signed an order prohibiting federal agents from wearing masks and disguises. This decision was made amid Donald Trump's threats to deploy the National Guard.
The European Union is considering options to speed up foreign policy decision-making to avoid blockages. Hungary is blocking a number of initiatives in support of Ukraine and against Russia.
The Iranian rial hit a record low after European states took action against the Islamic Republic for failing to meet its nuclear commitments. The currency fell to 1,040,000 per US dollar in the unregulated market.
Ukraine has no specific confirmations regarding countries that are ready to send a contingent. However, there is a theoretical understanding regarding several countries that are considering such a step.
Andriy Yermak, Head of the Office of the President, will meet with Steve Witkoff, special envoy of President Donald Trump, in the USA on August 29. The meeting will concern agreements reached between Presidents Zelenskyy and Trump.
Pop Mart CEO Wang Ning, creator of the Labubu toy, ranked 86th in the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. His fortune has grown more than threefold, reaching 27.5 billion US dollars.
American passengers may not remove their shoes during airport security checks. Authorities are also discussing easing restrictions on carrying liquids and removing laptops.
Peter Navarro of the White House criticized India for importing Russian oil, calling the war against Ukraine "Modi's war. " He urged the Indian prime minister to change course, as New Delhi is financing the Kremlin's "war machine."
The French bank BPCE SA has for the first time issued special bonds to finance the defense industry. Investor demand for these papers exceeded 2.7 billion euros, indicating significant changes in the EU's investment approach.
The Mexican government plans to raise tariffs on Chinese imports to protect national businesses and comply with US President Donald Trump's demand. This will affect imports of cars, textiles, and plastics, and may also impact other Asian countries.
The biggest effect of the strikes on the Druzhba oil refinery is the cessation or reduction of millions of tons of oil exports through the Baltic pipeline system. Hungary's and Slovakia's statements that Ukraine will suffer are unfounded.
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway increased its stakes in Mitsubishi Corp. and Mitsui & Co. This demonstrates confidence in the stability of these conglomerates and stimulates growth in their shares.
The European car market showed its largest growth in 15 months, increasing sales by 5. 9% in July. The growth is driven by demand for hybrid and electric vehicles, while Tesla is losing market share.
PRC Chairman Xi Jinping has launched a large-scale purge among generals, dismissing or arresting 14 of the 79 officers he appointed. This comes after his re-election in 2022 and is aimed at fighting corruption and consolidating power.