Divers have discovered a cargo of lost Spanish jewels worth about $1 million off the coast of Florida. The find includes over 1,000 silver and gold coins minted in Spain's colonies.
Today marks Alpaca Day, World Contraception Day, and European Day of Languages. Also on September 26 are the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, World Environmental Health Day, and the Birthday of the Gramophone.
Pope Leo XIV stated in an interview that he would not change key doctrine regarding same-sex marriage and women deacons. This hinders reforms and is a step towards traditionalists, unlike his predecessor.
Over 1,400 tourists have been evacuated from the Machu Picchu area in Peru after locals blocked railway connections. Around 900 visitors remain stranded due to protests against delays in selecting a new bus operator.
Ukraine seeks the accession of Mexico, Peru, and Ecuador to the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children. Presidential Advisor Daria Herasymchuk invited experts from these countries to join the work of the International Expert Group Bring Kids Back UA.
In 2025, the global level of obesity among children and adolescents (5-19 years old) for the first time exceeded the level of underweight. According to UNICEF, obesity affects 188 million people in 190 countries.
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.
In Peru, a bus traveling from Lima to La Merced veered off the road and fell into a gorge in the Andes. The accident killed 15 people and injured about 30.
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.
José Miguel Castro, a key witness in the corruption case against the former mayor of Lima, was found dead in his home. His death came less than three months before the start of the trial, with the causes yet to be established.
The first place in "The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025" was taken by Maido from Lima, Peru. The top five also included Asador Extebarri, Quintonil, DiverXO, and Alchemist.
The Russian Federation is actively buying up Soviet-made parts all over the world in order to prevent them from reaching Ukraine.
The collapse of a glacier in Switzerland has highlighted the risks of global warming. Scientists have acknowledged the irreversibility of glacier loss, which threatens many regions, including the instability of mountain rocks.
