2026 FIFA World Cup
The 78th Book Fair will take place in Frankfurt from October 7 to 11. Ukraine will present a national stand featuring 44 publishers.
Pau Cubarsí has become the leading favorite for the 2026 Golden Boy award, while Lamine Yamal is not in contention for the win because of a previous award. The winner will be announced in November.
Ukrainian military forces struck a Russian Buk-M3, a base for attack UAVs, an electronic warfare station, telecommunications nodes and repair units.
Ukraine's women's national team won the 500-meter race in ten-person boats at the World Championships in Hangzhou. This is its fourth medal of the tournament.
In the first 8 months of 2026, Swiss glaciers lost 6. 5% of their mass. By the end of the century, they could almost disappear without emissions reductions.
Beckham's business recorded record revenues amid partnerships with 2026 World Cup brands. The footballer himself received approximately $51 million in dividends.
Andrea Maldera has finalized Ukraine’s squad for their opening Nations League match against Hungary. The Ukrainians will play in yellow kits in Budapest.
Ukraine defeated Belgium 2–1 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup. In the semifinals on September 26, their opponents will be China or Italy.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is initiating an independent audit of the organization’s governance and consultations on decision-making transparency. His plan to attract investors was withdrawn.
The Russian authorities are preparing measures in case the fuel crisis worsens. By mid-September, gasoline had disappeared from 45–53% of gas stations, while prices had risen by 21%.
Erling Haaland and MrBeast recreated a viral AI meme in which the footballer is frightened by his own reflection. The original was circulated in summer 2026.
Ukraine's U-19 youth national team will play against Sweden, Germany and Scotland in Albir. Oleh Luzhnyi has called up 26 footballers.
Andrea Maldera is counting on Artem Stepanov in the Nations League matches. The 19-year-old Utrecht forward has scored five goals in six rounds of the Eredivisie.
The government submitted the 2027 draft budget to parliament with UAH 4. 885 trillion allocated for defense. More funds were also earmarked for education, healthcare, and business support.
Astrologer Kseniia Bazylenko forecasts an active week with an intensification of issues surrounding power, finance, and negotiations. Ukraine may face international pressure and news in the defense sector.
Ukraine and the United States are working to resume negotiations after the elections in russia. Possible agreements include energy and grain exports.
PSG beat Slovan 6–1, while "Barcelona" defeated "Feyenoord" 5–1. "Liverpool", "Arsenal", "Stuttgart" and "Sporting" also secured victories.
In the opening round of the Champions League, "Real" defeated "Inter" 2–1, while "Manchester City" beat "Porto" 2–0. Six matches took place in total.
Ten PSG players are among the 30 contenders for the "Ballon d’Or". The awards ceremony will take place on October 26 in London.
France Football has announced ten nominees for the 2026 Kopa Trophy. Lamine Yamal is in contention for the award for the third time after two victories.
France Football has named five contenders for the best club of the year and the coaches nominated for the Johan Cruyff Award. The nominees for the Lev Yashin Award have also been announced.
Ukraine lost to Brazil 2–3 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Socca World Cup in Germany. The winning goal was scored in the last minute.
Ratcliffe failed to convince Putin to make concessions regarding Ukraine. After the visit, Russia intensified its strikes on civilian infrastructure.
In the town of El Granado, the temperature reached 45. 7°C — a September record in Spain. Heat, drought and low river levels are affecting the country.
Ukraine and Poland are exploring the possibility of a joint bid to host a World Cup in the 2040s. There are no official negotiations; planning may begin after the war.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
The Round of 32 matches of the Ukrainian Cup will take place on September 8–10, 16 and 17. "Nyva" will play "Dynamo," while "Vilkhivtsi" will face "Shakhtar."
39-year-old Lionel Messi said that he is leaving the Argentina national team. He thanked the fans and said that he is leaving with peace of mind and pride.
Prematurely born and ill infants can receive rehabilitation free of charge under the Medical Guarantees Programme. Services are available until the age of three with a referral.
Liudmyla Luzan won at the World Championships in Poznań with a time of 44. 40 seconds. She became the first European woman to defend this title.