A review of 60 scientific papers showed that microplastics affect bone tissue cells, stimulating the formation of osteoclasts. This disrupts the balance of bone regeneration, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures.
The Ukrainian national football team defeated the Republic of Korea with a score of 2:1 at the Youth World Cup. Ukraine will play its next match against Panama on September 30 at 23:00.
On September 27, the 24th FIFA U-20 World Cup kicks off in Chile, where Ukraine will play its first match against South Korea. The tournament will last until October 19, 2025.
Microsoft and Asus have officially opened pre-orders for the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X, which will go on sale on October 16. Prices for the consoles range from $499 to $1599 depending on the model and region.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President of Brazil Lula da Silva to discuss ways to achieve real peace. Zelenskyy emphasized his readiness to meet with the Russian side, and Lula da Silva stated Brazil's readiness to play a role in the peace process.
US President Donald Trump has agreed to meet next week with Brazil's leader, Lula da Silva, after a brief conversation at the UN General Assembly. This agreement came despite Trump's previous imposition of an additional 40% tariffs on Brazil and da Silva's criticism of his policies.
The 80th session of the UN General Assembly has begun in New York and will last until September 29. It will bring together about a hundred presidents and over 40 prime ministers to discuss global challenges and strengthen international cooperation.
French PSG winger Ousmane Dembélé became the winner of the men's "Golden Ball" for the 2024/2025 season, and Barcelona footballer Aitana Bonmatí received the award among women for the third time in a row. Also, Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and English goalkeeper Hannah Hampton won the Lev Yashin trophy, and Lamine Yamal and Vicky López became the young players of the year.
Thousands of Brazilians have taken to the streets in all 26 states and the federal district to protest against the possible pardon of Jair Bolsonaro and his allies. The protests intensified after the lower house of parliament passed an amendment that makes it more difficult to arrest deputies, and a bill for Bolsonaro's amnesty.
Global debt has surpassed 235% of GDP, reaching $251 trillion, according to IMF data. Public debt has risen to 93% of GDP, while private debt has decreased to 143%.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, sentenced to 27 years in prison, has been diagnosed with squamous cell skin cancer. The lesions on his chest and arm are early, require periodic examination, but do not require additional treatment.
On the global jewelry market, interest in unique colored stones is growing, while in Ukraine, the secondary market for precious stones is almost non-existent. Experts advise Ukrainians to buy certified rare stones on global platforms for investment.
Increased military spending by NATO countries could lead to an additional 1320 million tons of planet-warming emissions. This is equivalent to Brazil's annual greenhouse gas emissions.
Liam Gallagher took to the stage of Estadio GNP Seguros in a sombrero, and the band performed The Poznan.
The Supreme Court of Brazil found 70-year-old former president Jair Bolsonaro guilty of conspiring to retain power after losing the 2022 elections and sentenced him to 27 years and three months in prison. He was found guilty on five counts, including attempted coup and leading an armed criminal organization.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will join the virtual BRICS summit organized by Brazil. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will send the foreign minister.
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.
Lionel Messi scored two goals in his last home World Cup qualifier, leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Venezuela. Argentina tops the qualifying table and has secured its participation in the 2026 World Cup.
Sweden is ready to sell modern Gripen fighter jets to Ukraine after the war. Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson confirmed a dialogue with Ukraine on this issue.
Brazil's Supreme Court has launched an investigation against ex-President Jair Bolsonaro for an attempted coup in 2022. He is accused of conspiring against Lula da Silva and the vice-president, as well as damaging state property.
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.
"Fulham" signed Kevin from "Shakhtar" for a club-record fee. The Brazilian winger stated that he is happy to play in the "highest" league in the world - in England.
Brazil proposes an extraordinary BRICS summit to coordinate a common response to US trade challenges. The initiative gained urgency after the US raised tariffs on Brazilian products.
Vladimir Putin is holding numerous telephone conversations with world leaders. This is happening against the backdrop of Donald Trump's meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders.
Ukraine's rhythmic gymnastics team, consisting of eight athletes, has departed for the World Championships in Rio de Janeiro. Among them are two debutantes at the senior world championship.
Donetsk Shakhtar signed 19-year-old Brazilian midfielder Lucas Ferreira. The contract with the player will be valid until June 30, 2030.
Mexico extradited 26 high-ranking figures of drug cartels to the US, including the leader of "Los Cuinis" Abigael Gonzalez Valencia. This happened after an agreement under which the US will not seek the death penalty.
An explosion occurred at the Enaex Brasil explosives factory in Brazil, killing nine people and injuring seven. The Ministry of Labor has launched an investigation into safety conditions.
OPEC raised its forecast for global oil demand in 2026 by 100,000 barrels per day, to 1. 38 million barrels per day. At the same time, the forecast for supply growth from non-OPEC+ countries decreased, especially due to the expected reduction in US shale oil production.
The presidents of China and Brazil, Xi Jinping and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, discussed international politics and called for joint resistance to US "unilateralism" and "protectionism. " The leaders agreed to strengthen coordination within BRICS and the "G20," as well as deepen partnership to strengthen the unity of Global South countries.
