The organizers of the Milan-Cortina Winter Games received the Olympic flame at the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens. This marked the beginning of a 63-day torch relay that will travel across Italy before the Olympics in February.
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a law completely banning the circulation of vapes and electronic cigarettes. Violations are punishable by up to 5 years in prison.
Stylist Olena Mudrenko spoke about the trendy colors for winter 2025–2026, including mocha brown, chili pepper red, and lime green. Buttery yellow, sky blue, burgundy, chocolate, gray, and milky white also remain relevant.
Italian supercar manufacturer Ferrari reported a 5% increase in core operating profit in the third quarter of 2025, reaching 670 million euros. This exceeded analysts' average forecast of 649 million euros, thanks to strong pricing and high demand for personalized car features.
On October 31, the world celebrates a number of holidays, including Frankenstein Day in the USA and Great Britain, World Lemur Day, World Savings Day, and International Black Sea Day. Halloween, rooted in the ancient Celts, and Reformation Day in honor of Martin Luther also fall on this day.
Singer Rihanna suffered losses of $36 million due to the unsuccessful joint fashion project Fenty with Louis Vuitton. The reason for the failure was the COVID-19 pandemic and the high cost of the collections, which made them inaccessible to most fans.
The Council of the International Ski Federation (FIS) has banned athletes from Russia and Belarus from participating in qualifying competitions for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. This decision makes their participation impossible even in a neutral status.
Ukrainian citizens abroad can provide DNA samples for the identification of missing relatives at SE "Document" units in seven countries. The procedure includes submitting an application and collecting biological material for molecular genetic examination.
The Milan City Council has approved the demolition of the San Siro stadium. A new 71,500-seat arena worth 1.2 billion euros will be built in its place.
The International Paralympic Committee has lifted the partial suspension of Russia and Belarus, restoring their full membership rights. The decision was made at the IPC General Assembly in Seoul, despite Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
On September 22, Italy was gripped by a general strike that lasted from midnight to 11:00 PM, affecting transport, schools, government agencies, and ports. Up to 100,000 protesters gathered in Rome, and in Milan, participants burned the American flag.
Port workers in Italy are on strike, blocking the ports of Genoa, Livorno, and Trieste to prevent the transport of weapons to Israel. In Milan, a pro-Palestinian protest escalated into clashes with police, who used tear gas.
Rower Liudmyla Luzan has been recognized as the best athlete of August 2025. She won four gold medals at the World Championships in Milan.
Donatella Versace joined mourners in Milan to honor the memory of Giorgio Armani, whose body is on display for farewell. The Italian billionaire died at the age of 91.
An opinion column by financial expert Olena Sosedka.
Kering, owner of Gucci, is selling part of its €4 billion real estate portfolio to reduce growing debt. This could give an advantage to competitors such as LVMH.
Ukrainian rower Liudmyla Luzan becomes the 2025 world champion in Milan in the 500-meter canoe single event. This is her sixth World Championship gold and second at the current mundial.
Ukrainian rowers Liudmyla Luzan and Iryna Fedoriv won Ukraine's first gold medal at the World Canoe Sprint Championships. The 2025 World Canoe Sprint Championships are taking place in Milan, Italy.
Valentyna Zhytnyk, a Ukrainian jewelry designer and former Miss Ukraine Earth, has her Zgarda piece permanently exhibited at the House of Ukraine Museum in San Diego. This marks the first time a Ukrainian artist's jewelry has joined the museum's collection.
On August 2-3, Ukrainians held rallies in European cities, calling for increased international aid to protect against Russian air attacks. Participants demanded accelerated transfer of air defense systems and condemned Russian propaganda.
According to a Deutsche Bank report, rent for a three-bedroom apartment in European city centers continues to rise, with only five cities having an average cost below 2,000 euros. London is the most expensive city with a rent of 5,088 euros, while Athens is the cheapest at 1,080 euros.
On July 26, Italian airports will be paralyzed due to mass strikes, affecting Ryanair, EasyJet, Volotea, and Wizz Air. Strikes will also take place in Spain and Portugal, intensifying chaos for travelers.
Warner Bros. announced a large-scale celebration of the 20th anniversary of the film "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" in 2025, which will include a re-release in cinemas, fan meetings, and exclusive merchandise. Events will take place in Europe, Asia, and North America, and new 3D Bitmoji lenses for Snapchat will also be launched.
Taisiia Onofriichuk won a bronze medal in the individual all-around at the Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup stage in Milan. She also qualified for all four finals, which will take place on July 20.
A large-scale anti-corruption investigation is underway in Milan, involving over 70 individuals, including Mayor Giuseppe Sala and leading developers. Suspicions of non-transparent schemes could shake investor confidence in the Milan real estate market.
Armani founder Giorgio Armani, who turned 91, announced his return in September after missing fashion shows. He thanked for the support and confirmed that he feels better.
An express analysis showed that about 2,300 people died in 12 European cities from the severe heatwave that ended last week. Climate change made temperatures significantly higher, leading to 1,500 additional deaths.
A powerful storm hit northern Italy after a heatwave, causing the death of a 63-year-old woman in Robecchetto con Induno due to a falling tree. Firefighters responded to about 50 weather-related emergencies.
From July 1, Ukrainians abroad can submit documents for notarial acts online through the "e-Consul" system. This innovation simplifies the process, allowing citizens to upload necessary data and certificates without a physical visit to diplomatic missions until the last step.
Europe is experiencing an intense heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in many countries. Spain recorded a June high of 46°C, leading to fires and evacuations, while the UK and Germany are also expecting historical highs.
