Riots have erupted in the town of Ballymena over a case of sexual assault against a teenage girl. Two 14-year-old boys have appeared in court charged with the crime.
NATO Secretary General announced the need for a significant rearmament to deter Russia, which may attack the Alliance in 5 years. NATO leaders plan to increase military spending to 5% of GDP.
Andriy Yermak met with Kęstutis Budrys, discussed EU sanctions against the banking and energy sectors of the Russian Federation. Important synchronization of actions with the USA and other countries.
HBO has announced the actors for the roles of Draco and Lucius Malfoy, Petunia and Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter series. The first season will be dedicated to the book "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone".
Studies show that popular TikTok beauty routines have minimal benefit for teens and can sometimes even be harmful. Dermatologists warn against overuse of active ingredients without consultation.
The British government is considering restricting the use of social media for children, namely a 2-hour limit and a 10:00 p. m. curfew. The Minister of Technology is studying the impact of addictive apps.
Contracts for service in the Ukrainian Legion were signed in Lublin. Volunteers from different countries will undergo 45-day military training in Poland.
A selection of comedy series for relaxing after a hard week. The selection includes "The Righteous Gemstones", "Succession", "Poker Face", "The Gentlemen" and "The Rehearsal".
Representatives of the international community visited the site of the enemy strike in the Solomyanskyi district of Kyiv, where three rescuers died. They expressed support for Ukraine.
Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a stone tower that protected the medieval Chichester Castle, challenging previous theories about its history. The find indicates that the castle was rebuilt from stone.
Travellers in UK urged to get vaccinated amid measles outbreak in Europe and other countries. Child vaccination rates remain below recommended levels, particularly in London.
Former England captain David Beckham will be knighted on the occasion of King Charles III's birthday for his football achievements and charity work. His wife Victoria will become Lady Beckham.
The Institute of Mathematics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, and the Kharkiv Institute of Physics and Technology were included in the ranking. Harvard, Massachusetts, and Stanford topped the ranking.
Scientists have discovered that certain bacteria in the intestines of newborns reduce the risk of viral respiratory infections. The study may influence the prevention of childhood respiratory diseases.
The US does not plan to provide air defense equipment to support the peacekeeping forces of Great Britain and France in Ukraine. Allies disagree on how to combat Russian aggression.
Ukraine is launching a joint arms production initiative with Ramstein countries. Partners are ready to finance production and transfer weapons to Ukraine.
In 2025, security assistance to Ukraine from partners will exceed the figures of previous years. Great Britain will allocate 350 million pounds for drones, Germany - 5 billion euros for weapons.
The 28th meeting of the Contact Group on the Defense of Ukraine has begun in Brussels. For the first time in 3 years, the head of the Pentagon is not participating.
NATO defense ministers will discuss support for Ukraine and strengthening deterrence. Priorities include air defense, long-range weapons, and increased defense production.
In the course of the three-year war against Ukraine, Russia has lost about a million soldiers. Ukrainian losses are estimated at 400,000. In total, 20% of the territory is occupied.
From June 6, the EU will restore quotas on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products. Experts estimate Ukraine's possible losses from 1.5 to 3 billion euros.
Great Britain has promised Ukraine 100,000 drones by April 2026, which is ten times more than before. The country has also completed the dispatch of 140,000 artillery shells.
NATO countries plan to include funds spent on strengthening the Armed Forces of Ukraine as defense spending. This will happen as part of the Alliance's proposal to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP.
Pete Hegset will also join European defense chiefs in celebrating the anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy. He will call on NATO allies to increase defense spending.
TikTok has introduced TikTok for Artists with tools for promotion, analytics and audience interaction. The platform is already available in more than 25 countries, including the USA and the EU.
Cybercrime in Germany has risen to a record level due to attacks by pro-Russian and anti-Israeli groups. Losses amounted to €178.6 billion, with a crime clearance rate of 32%.
The UK will sign a NATO agreement to increase defense spending to 3. 5% of GDP by 2035, which will increase arms spending by $40.5 billion. The Prime Minister has agreed to increase rearmament funding to 3%.
The Moldovan government advises its citizens to avoid traveling to Russia due to the deteriorating security situation and the risk of detention. There are also warnings about the arbitrariness of law enforcement agencies.
The British government plans to send $2. 5 billion from the sale of "Chelsea" to Ukraine. If an agreement is not reached, Abramovich faces a lawsuit.
The global economy is experiencing its weakest growth since the COVID-19 pandemic due to Trump's trade policies. The OECD has lowered growth forecasts for many G20 countries.