In October 2025, the EU will introduce the EES system to control the entry and exit of third-country nationals. It will replace passport stamps, collecting biometric data to combat illegal migration.
Next week, on September 7-8, a total lunar eclipse will occur, during which the Moon will take on a red hue. This rare phenomenon will last over three hours and will be visible to almost 87% of the Earth's population.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine calls on partners to provide long-range weapons and air defense after a massive shelling by the Russian Federation. Russia ignores peaceful initiatives and damaged the building of the EU Representation.
Russia is recruiting youth from Africa, Asia, and Latin America to produce attack drones in the Alabuga special economic zone. They are promised high salaries but are forced to assemble drones used for strikes against Ukraine.
Fragments of bones of "Lucy", Australopithecus afarensis, 3. 18 million years old, were presented in Prague. This is the first demonstration in Europe, along with "Selam", another unique specimen.
President Zelenskyy informed South African President Ramaphosa about diplomatic efforts and meetings in Washington. They discussed possibilities for joint work with the African continent to develop relations and food security.
The FBI and Cisco reported that Russian hackers exploited a vulnerability in old Cisco software to attack thousands of network devices. Hackers collected configuration files and modified them for long-term access to critical infrastructure.
The Ukrainian sea corridor has transported 137 million tons of cargo in two years, including 84 million tons of agricultural products. It ensures food security for 54 countries around the world, operating 24/7 despite infrastructure damage.
About 3,000 foreigners from 86 countries are fighting for the Russian Federation, despite the expiration of their contracts. The vast majority of mercenaries come from Central Asia.
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Indian state-owned oil refineries are suspending spot purchases of Russian crude oil. This comes amid increased pressure from Washington and the imposition of tariffs on Indian exports.
Three weather systems in the Atlantic could develop into hurricanes heading towards the US. The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be above normal due to high ocean temperatures.
President Zelenskyy met with soldiers of the 57th brigade in the Vovchansk direction, discussed the situation, and presented awards. The soldiers report the participation of mercenaries from Asia and Africa.
A massive invasion of migratory and Egyptian locusts has been recorded in southern Ukraine. Environmentalists link this to climate change and favorable conditions for insect reproduction, emphasizing that the main danger to people lies in the uncontrolled use of chemicals, and not in the locusts themselves.
Russia plans to spend about 1. 1 trillion US dollars on rearmament by 2036, which is the largest program since the collapse of the USSR. According to the Main Directorate of Intelligence, Russia is mobilizing politics, economy, and society for a future war, creating new military districts and increasing its presence in Africa.
The Russian Federation is actively increasing its propaganda presence in Africa, using RT and TASS to broadcast in over 40 countries in six languages. The HUR warns of the launch of training programs for journalists and the creation of new information centers under the control of the FSB.
The first malaria drug suitable for infants and very young children has been approved for use. It is expected to be rolled out in African countries within weeks, where malaria caused an estimated 597,000 deaths in 2023, mostly among children under five.
A new study of the skull of a 5-year-old girl found in Skhul Cave suggests her hybrid origin from Neanderthal and Homo sapiens. This discovery could change the understanding of interspecies contacts of ancient humans and the first organized burials.
Agroholding MHP is switching to a partnership model of cooperation with agricultural producers, offering support in product certification.
A new Climate Risk Vulnerability Index has revealed that poor countries suffer the most from climate change but do not receive sufficient funding. The authors of the Index warn that cuts in aid from the US and the UK will worsen the situation.
Over 13 million people in Africa could contract malaria due to reduced funding for the U. S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI). International aid budgets are under increasing pressure.
The Kremlin is intensifying its activities in the Arctic due to global warming and new opportunities. Russia is using scientific expeditions for military purposes and expanding infrastructure.
Russia uses the ROC to exert influence in Africa, forming pro-Russian networks and building temples. This is part of a hybrid expansion that undermines legitimate church structures.
Today is celebrated Sewing Machine Day, International Axe Throwing Day, World Softball Day, the Day of Liberation of Mariupol, and International Albinism Awareness Day.
Dozens of the largest Russian companies, including Gazprom, have lost foreign assets due to sanctions and the termination of partnerships. This negatively affects the Russian budget due to a reduction in foreign exchange earnings.
Today we celebrate International Dubbing Day, World Day Against Child Labor and the Day of the Stock Market Worker of Ukraine. Also today is Superman Day and Snake Day.
The restoration of the pre-war trade regime with the EU will lead to losses of Ukrainian exports of $800 million. However, these losses are not critical and can be compensated.
Magma is raging under Africa, splitting the continent from the Red Sea to Mozambique. Scientists predict that the tectonic separation will lead to the formation of a new continent.
Russia has created a department for partnership with Africa, which is headed by a critic of the West. This indicates the importance of Africa for Russia against the background of international isolation and the search for new markets.
The President of Serbia stated that he would not fulfill contracts if there is a suspicion that weapons will end up in Ukraine. Earlier, the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service reported on the supply of ammunition to Kyiv by Serbia.
