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Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Svyrydenko met with American businessmen in New York. Investments in defense, energy, subsoil use, and infrastructure were discussed.
Ukraine's Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko called on the UN to increase diplomatic, economic, and military pressure on Russia. This happened at an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council after massive attacks that claimed the lives of 25 people, including four children.
German automaker BMW Group has sold 3 million electrified vehicles worldwide. The share of electrified vehicles in the company's total sales exceeds 40%.
The UN Security Council will convene a meeting on Ukraine on August 29. The meeting will begin at 10:00 PM Kyiv time.
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.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov will hold talks with Donald Trump's team on August 29. Military, political, and economic components of security guarantees for Ukraine will be discussed.
Nissan officially announced the return of the iconic GT-R model in a new form. Company CEO Ivan Espinosa stated that the GT-R "will evolve and reappear" for a new generation, preserving its heritage and enhancing performance.
US President's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will meet with Ukrainian representatives in New York this week. He noted that the US talks with Russians daily.
Serhiy Rebrov has announced the squad of the Ukrainian national team for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including Taras Mykhavko and Oleh Ocheredko as potential debutants. Ukraine will play against France and Azerbaijan in September.
Darren Aronofsky's new film "Caught Stealing" tells the story of former baseball player Hank, who finds himself in the world of gangsters. Austin Butler plays the lead role, and the film also stars Zoë Kravitz, Regina King, Bad Bunny, and Liev Schreiber.
American actor Jerry Adler, known for his role as Hesh Rabkin in "The Sopranos," died on Saturday at the age of 96. He began his acting career after 60, gaining fame through this series.
The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles received the first Lamborghini Aventador delivered to North America. This 2012 supercar was used for premieres and tests, symbolizing a new era for the brand.
The New York Court of Appeals overturned the decision to collect approximately half a billion dollars from Donald Trump in a fraud case. The judges confirmed Trump's responsibility but overturned the punishment, as it violates the Eighth Amendment.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a conversation with Emmanuel Macron, stated Ankara's readiness to join initiatives for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. The leaders also discussed the escalation in the Middle East, particularly the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated the unacceptability of NATO military contingent appearing in Ukraine. Moscow calls on Britain not to hinder negotiations, accusing it of prolonging the conflict.
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.
Soho House, once a global club, is preparing for privatization. MCR Hotels leads a group of investors that will buy out shares at a price of about $9 per share.
Mishcherri Fox from New York found a 2. 30-carat white diamond at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas. The stone, valued at $27,000, will be used for her engagement ring, saving money for the wedding.
The largest Martian meteorite, sold at Sotheby's auction for $5. 3 million, caused controversy regarding the legality of its export. The Government of Niger has launched an investigation and suspended the export of similar meteorites.
Today, August 15, the presidents of the USA and the Russian Federation will meet at the Elmendorf-Richardson military base in Anchorage. The US Secret Service is providing unprecedented security for both leaders, deploying hundreds of reinforcements and special equipment.
Ether shows a surge in demand, raising the total market capitalization to a record $4. 2 trillion. Bitcoin is trading above $120,600, Ether is approaching its 2021 record.
Zohran Mamdani leads Andrew Cuomo by 19 points in the New York City mayoral race, according to a Siena College poll. Elise Stefanik has narrowed the gap with Kathy Hochul to 14 points in a potential 2026 race.
August 11 marks World Steelpan Day, Hip Hop Day, and Kinetic Sand Day. Christians also honor Saints Theodore and Basil of Kyiv-Pechersk.
In Sicily, Etna is erupting lava from an effusive vent on the southern slope of Bocca Nuova. The lava flow is moving south, and no significant seismic changes have been recorded.
A selection of five new horror series released in 2023-2024 is presented. Among them: "Mayfair Witches", "The Foundling", "Lockwood & Co.", "Hysteria" and "Dead Boy Detectives".
On August 5, an earthquake of magnitude 5. 6 occurred in Iran, with its epicenter located 125 kilometers southeast of the city of Bam. No reports of casualties or destruction have been received.
Judge denied rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs bail, he remains in a New York prison. Sentencing on charges related to prostitution is expected on October 3.
France and 14 other states signed a joint statement calling on the world to recognize the Palestinian state. This happened after a conference in New York aimed at reviving the two-state solution.
Donald Trump is seriously considering a full presidential pardon for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, whose sentencing is expected in October. The White House has not commented, but sources confirm discussions.
Malta will announce its recognition of the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly in September 2025. This was announced by Prime Minister Robert Abela, emphasizing the commitment to establishing peace in the Middle East.