New Zealand is allocating $15 million to a program for the procurement of American weapons for Ukraine. This contribution is part of Ukraine's Priority Urgent Requirements List (PURL) and will only be used to purchase weapons or equipment that comply with the country's international obligations.
In New Zealand, a man swallowed a Fabergé pendant worth 33,000 New Zealand dollars in a store. Police are waiting for the jewelry to pass naturally, and the suspect will appear in court on December 8.
Airlines worldwide have canceled hundreds of flights due to a serious software glitch in Airbus SE, threatening to disrupt the holiday travel season. The European aviation safety regulator is demanding a software update for over 6,500 A320 aircraft, some of which will require grounding for repairs.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be held simultaneously in Canada, Mexico, and the USA for the first time, across 16 stadiums, with 48 teams participating. The final will be hosted at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, and Ukraine will play in the qualification playoffs.
Switzerland has allocated almost $12 million to the World Bank fund to support the restoration of the Ukrainian healthcare system. The funds will be directed to a project to expand access to medical services, restore and modernize hospitals, and provide them with modern equipment.
OpenAI has begun a global rollout of group chats in ChatGPT, allowing up to 20 participants to collaboratively formulate queries and respond to messages. This feature is available to all users, regardless of their subscription plan, after a week of testing in four countries.
Gaming giant Roblox Corp. will introduce mandatory facial recognition or ID verification next month for players who wish to access chat features. This innovation aims to prevent children under nine from chatting without parental consent and to limit communication between adults and minors online.
UNN offers a selection of five iconic films from the early 2000s, including "Gladiator," "The Departed," and "The Dark Knight. " These films shaped modern cinema and remain captivating to watch.
US Treasurer Brandon Beach minted the last five one-cent coins, ending 232 years of penny production. This decision was made due to rising production costs and changing consumer habits.
A forest fire broke out in Tongariro National Park in New Zealand, covering 1600 hectares. 49 tourists have been evacuated, and rescuers are working to contain the fire.
President Zelenskyy accepted credentials from the newly appointed ambassadors of Great Britain, New Zealand, Chile, and Somalia. Support for Ukraine, strengthening sanctions against Russia, and the development of bilateral relations were discussed.
The Philippines and Canada have signed a visiting forces agreement to enhance security cooperation and counter China's activities in the South China Sea. This pact allows for joint exercises, military presence, and expanded defense cooperation.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russia's shadow fleet numbers more than 1,500 vessels, of which 340 are key, and 65 require immediate sanctions. Canada, Britain, Australia, Japan, and the EU are helping with this by reducing imports from the Russian Federation.
New Zealand imposes sanctions on 65 more shadow fleet vessels and entities from Belarus, Iran, and North Korea.
In New Zealand, a 13-year-old boy underwent complex surgery after swallowing up to 100 neodymium magnets purchased online. The magnets clumped together inside his intestines, forming four metallic chains that caused tissue damage.
Mosquitoes, specifically the species Culiseta annulata, have been recorded in Iceland for the first time, a phenomenon linked to global warming. Three specimens were discovered in the Kjós region, which may indicate the species' establishment in the country.
Tropical Storm Melissa, the 13th Atlantic storm of 2025, threatens severe flooding and landslides in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and Aruba. Melissa's wind speeds reach 80 km/h, and meteorologists warn of dangerous weather throughout the weekend.
A hurricane has hit New Zealand, causing transport and power disruptions. In the country's capital, a man died due to a broken branch, and over 10,000 homes were left without electricity.
More than a thousand homes on New Zealand's coast are at risk due to extreme weather conditions. The country's oceans are warming 34% faster than the global average, which could lead to significant damage.
French military seized the Russian tanker "Pushpa" off the coast of Saint-Nazaire, which repeatedly changed names and flags and is under international sanctions. The vessel is linked to a "ghost fleet" that finances Russian troops and may be involved in sabotage operations.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on strengthening sanctions policy, instructing to extend the validity of expiring sanctions and accelerate synchronization with partners. In September, Ukraine imposed sanctions against 166 individuals and 127 legal entities, and also synchronized British sanctions.
Parliamentary elections have begun in Moldova, which will determine the composition of the legislative body for the next four years. Voting will take place from 7:00 to 21:00 at 2274 polling stations, of which 1973 are open on the territory of the Republic of Moldova.
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.
Ukraine, the EU, and 36 countries jointly called on Russia to stop the killings and start negotiations with Ukraine. The statement was made at the UN on September 23, 2025.
New iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max, and iPhone Air models went on sale on September 19, along with Apple Watch SE, Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, and AirPods Pro 3. Demand for Pro models is high, while the iPhone Air may not become a sales leader due to its shortcomings.
Australia has lowered the price cap on Russian oil to US$47. 60 per barrel and imposed sanctions against 95 vessels of Russia's 'shadow fleet'. These measures are aimed at reducing Russia's revenues and have been taken jointly with international partners.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions pressure against Russia, especially regarding oil and energy trade. He noted that Europe has already reduced its dependence on Russian energy carriers and called on the United States for a strong sanctions and tariff policy.
On September 12, Brent crude futures fell to $65. 88 per barrel, and WTI to $61.86. The decline was caused by concerns about demand in the US and oversupply.
