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Taylor Swift released four new tracks in the expanded version of The Life of a Showgirl. The video for Patient Zero will premiere on September 27.
Ratcliffe failed to convince Putin to make concessions regarding Ukraine. After the visit, Russia intensified its strikes on civilian infrastructure.
Due to the acute shortage of "air-to-air" missiles, Ukrainian F-16s sometimes rely solely on guns. Weapons supplies are being rationed.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
Washington plans to cut off Iran's external ties and strengthen sanctions against Tehran and its allies, including Russia. Bessent called on countries not to support the regime.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine’s defense industry needs to scale up the production of drones and long-range systems. The President called for creating protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
Starting August 11, 2026, the National Bank of Ukraine is introducing a package of eased foreign exchange restrictions, increasing limits for individuals and businesses. The changes are aimed at supporting individuals, business activity, and financial stability.
Ukraine's aviation industry paid a record UAH 702 million in taxes in 2025, despite the closed sky. Due to criminal cases by the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) regarding aircraft leasing and a decline in profitability, businesses risk leaving Ukrainian jurisdiction.
Since the beginning of the day, 204 combat engagements have occurred at the front. The enemy carried out three missile strikes and dropped 213 guided air bombs.
The singer has become the youngest woman in the history of the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Steven Spielberg personally introduced the artist during the gala ceremony.
The mission has completed its work, and the risks to receiving the $686 million tranche have been removed. The IMF has postponed the taxation of individual entrepreneurs (FOPs) and expects revenues from the de-shadowing of the economy.
A court in Austria has sentenced a 21-year-old man to 15 years in prison for plotting a terrorist attack at a Taylor Swift concert. The defendant confessed to planning the attack.
Svitolina, Kostyuk, and Starodubtseva secured victories at the tournament in France. Daria Snigur ended her run, losing to American Peyton Stearns.
Elina Svitolina defeated Coco Gauff in the WTA 1000 final in Rome with a score of 6:4, 6:7, 6:2. This is the 20th career title for the Ukrainian.
Svitolina defeated the Czech player Bartůňková with a score of 6:2, 6:3 and advanced to the 1/4 finals in Rome. Next, she will play against the winner of the Plíšková — Rybakina match.
Iran attacked an oil facility in the UAE with drones, causing a large fire and injuring three people. This is the largest escalation since the truce between the US and Iran.
Zelenskyy urged the West not to weaken sanctions against Russia. Moscow may demand the removal of SWIFT restrictions in exchange for a cease- fire.
The singer has filed applications to register her voice and likeness for protection against deepfakes. This will allow for the blocking of unauthorized use of her image in AI.
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure demands an increase in euro-based tokens. EU banks plan to launch their own digital currency in 2026.
Moscow is introducing stablecoins in Nigeria and Zimbabwe through the A7 platform. The system is linked to Promsvyazbank for hidden settlements, bypassing SWIFT.
The singer will perform twice a week in September and October at the Paris La Défense Arena. These are the star's first solo shows since being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome.
The star couple skipped the red carpet for private events hosted by Madonna and Beyoncé. Swift managed to avoid an unwanted encounter with Kim Kardashian.
The six largest EU economies are calling for an accelerated introduction of the digital euro and the creation of their own payment infrastructure. This is intended to strengthen the bloc's strategic autonomy and stimulate economic growth.
The European Commission has presented the 20th package of sanctions against Russia, which includes a complete ban on seaborne transportation of Russian oil and the expansion of sanctions against the "shadow fleet. " The package also provides for restrictions on Russia's banking system and new export-import restrictions.
The Russian "Promsvyazbank" transferred almost 5 tons of cash worth $2. 5 billion to the Central Bank of Iran. This helped Tehran maintain economic stability under US sanctions.
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina lost to Aryna Sabalenka 6-2, 6-3 in the Australian Open semifinals. Sabalenka advanced to her eighth Grand Slam final.
Elina Svitolina will face Mirra Andreeva in the fourth round of the Australian Open 2026. This will be the second consecutive Russian tennis player for the Ukrainian at the tournament.
Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, Alanis Morissette, Christopher Stewart, Gene Simmons, and Paul Stanley of Kiss are the new inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will take place on June 11 in New York City.
The Bank of Russia plans to significantly change banks' reporting on cross-border transfers of individuals. This will expand financial oversight of citizens, including digital services and cryptocurrencies.
The European Union has extended economic sanctions against Russia for another six months, until July 31, 2026. These measures, introduced in 2014 and expanded since February 2022, cover trade, finance, energy, and other sectors.