March 10, 04:04 PM • 13223 viewsMarch 9, 05:41 PM • 31553 viewsPop star Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom have confirmed their separation six years after their engagement. The couple, who have a four-year-old daughter, will focus on co-parenting.
Ryanair is increasing the maximum dimensions of under-seat carry-on baggage from 40×25×20 cm to 40×30×20 cm, which increases the bag's volume from 20 to 24 liters. These changes will be implemented in the coming weeks and will exceed the minimum dimensions recommended by the EU.
Ryanair has canceled 170 flights, affecting over 30,000 passengers, due to a nationwide air traffic control strike in France. The disruptions affect flights to/from France and over its airspace, impacting routes from the UK to Greece and from Spain to Ireland.
On July 3, Ukrainians celebrate the Day of Army Aviation of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, established in 2025. The world celebrates World Meerkat Day, founded in 2018 in Australia.
Ukrainian company Skyeton and British Prevail Partners have established a joint venture, Skyeton Prevail Solutions, to produce Raybird UAVs in the United Kingdom. This drone, classified as Class I under NATO standards, will be integrated into the armed forces of the United Kingdom and other partner countries.
The United Kingdom and Germany are preparing to sign a wide-ranging mutual defence agreement that provides for mutual assistance in the event of strategic threats. The agreement will establish a binding link in security policy.
Fire at Heathrow Airport and chaos for 270,000 passengers were caused by a faulty unserviced substation.
The US has imposed sanctions on the Russian company Aeza Group and its international network for supporting cybercriminal activity. The company provided services to online extortionists who targeted the US defense industry.
The number of schoolchildren in Ukraine has reached its lowest level in 30 years, due to the mass departure of high school students abroad. It is estimated that up to 720,000 Ukrainian schoolchildren are currently outside the country.
The US State Department canceled the visas of the band Bob Vylan due to calls for "death to the Israel Defense Forces" at the Glastonbury Festival. This decision contradicts American values, stated Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau.
The performance by punk-rap band Bobby Vylan at the Glastonbury Festival, during which the vocalist urged the crowd to chant antisemitic slogans, sparked a wave of criticism. The BBC admitted its mistake for not stopping the live broadcast and is now under close scrutiny from regulator Ofcom and the UK government.
Norway will send some of its F-35 fighter jets to Poland in the autumn to enhance the security of Polish airspace and protect the logistics hub near Rzeszów. This measure will ensure the uninterrupted delivery of international military aid to Ukraine.
The UK stated that all members of the Eurofighter Typhoon consortium support the sale of fighter jets to Turkey, overcoming Germany's previous blocking. This increases the prospects for realizing the deal, which has been under negotiation for years.
The Irish-language rap group Kneecap caused a scandal with their performance at the Glastonbury festival, where anti-Israeli slogans were heard. One of the members is accused of displaying a Hezbollah flag at the concert.
The England U-21 football team won the UEFA European Championship 2025, beating Germany in the final with a score of 3:2. Harvey Elliott, Omari Hutchinson, and Jonathan Rowe scored goals for the English.
The Prime Minister of Great Britain said that he intentionally hugged the President of Ukraine after his meeting with Trump. This gesture was meant to show that he would not leave Zelenskyy alone.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak discussed with advisors from partner countries the results of the NATO summit and the prospects for Ukraine's European integration. The discussion focused on increasing pressure on Russia and the importance of Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump.
Ukraine is preparing to launch the Defence City joint arms production program with international partners by September. The program includes 21 initiatives for localizing production in Ukraine and up to 10 projects abroad, particularly in Denmark and the United Kingdom.
Ukrainians in the UK are denied asylum, claiming it is safe to return home. According to The Guardian, this causes additional anxiety, despite the 18-month visa.
Anna Wintour is stepping down as the editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she held for almost 40 years, but will remain at Condé Nast in other leadership roles.
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak reported an almost twofold drop in the activity of tankers transporting Russian oil due to sanctions. In June, the number of such vessels decreased to 343, which is a result of joint sanctions by the EU, USA, and Great Britain.
In Cambridge, a project has been launched to create artificial human DNA with the aim of synthesizing a human chromosome. Critics fear that the research opens the way for unscrupulous abuse.
In Great Britain, a school bus from Barton Peveril College went off the road and plunged into a river in Eastleigh, injuring 20 teenagers aged 16-18. Two hospitalized are in serious but stable condition. The driver claimed brake failure, and the owning company has launched an investigation.
North Korea opens Wonsan Kalma beach resort to domestic tourists after a six-year delay. According to dictator Kim Jong Un's plans, the resort should stimulate tourism development and attract foreigners, although it is currently only for locals.
Shell Plc has denied rumors of plans to acquire BP Plc, stating that it has not considered or held negotiations regarding such a deal. Reports of a possible takeover emerged after BP's shares rose amid speculation about its transformation into a takeover target due to poor performance.
The wealth of the world's 3,000 billionaires has grown by $6. 5 trillion in a decade, equivalent to 14.6% of global production. The richest 1% earned $33.9 trillion, which could overcome global poverty 22 times.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the leaders of the E5 format states and the NATO Secretary General. Strengthening Ukraine's air defense, including against Iranian "Shaheds", and pressure on Russia due to its unwillingness to end the war, including sanctions, were discussed.
The UK is offering patients access to an "artificial intelligence therapist" for initial consultations as part of healthcare system reforms. This initiative aims to reduce the burden on doctors and shorten queues that exceed 7.4 million people.
Great Britain will provide Ukraine with 350 missiles for air defense systems, which will be paid for from the income from frozen Russian assets. These missiles will be used by specially designed anti-aircraft missile systems, five of which will also be delivered in the near future.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasized that Donald Trump is a reliable partner and that their teams are in constant communication. He also stressed the importance of a ceasefire in Ukraine.
