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United States

Federal republic in North America
The USA is a country located in North America, sharing this continent only with Canada. The country's area is 9,827 km². The population is 328 million people. The capital is Washington. In 1776, the USA declared independence from Great Britain. The main ethnic groups of the population: descendants of white migrants from Europe – 79.9% of the population, Latin Americans – 15%, black people – 12.8%, Asians – 4.4%, indigenous peoples – 0.97%. The USA ranks first in the world in terms of GDP per capita - $81,630. The United States was one of the initiators of the creation of NATO, in which it occupies a leading position. The most famous presidents: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan.
1776
Thirteen colonies declared independence from Great Britain
1787
A new constitution of the United States of America was drafted
1803
The country doubled in size thanks to the acquisition of territories from France
1865
Slavery was abolished throughout the country
1920
Women gained the right to vote
1945
The country played a key role in the victory over Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan in World War II
1948
A program of assistance to European economies was launched after the war
1964
A law was passed banning discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
1969
The country's astronaut became the first person to set foot on the Moon
1993
The North American Free Trade Agreement was signed
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US and Iran appear to postpone uranium talks - Bloomberg

The parties decided to discuss highly enriched uranium stockpiles later due to the complexity of the topic. Trump called the removal of the material a PR stunt while the war continues.

News of the World • May 15, 05:59 PM • 7080 views
Xi Jinping to visit the US in the fall following "productive" meeting with Trump - CNN

Wang Yi announced Xi Jinping's visit to the US in the fall at Trump's invitation. The parties agreed on trade development and discussed the war in Ukraine.

News of the World • May 15, 05:02 PM • 3657 views
Poland and Lithuania are monitoring US plans regarding troops in Europe; Warsaw hints at a permanent presence

The US has canceled the rotation of 4,000 troops in Poland. Warsaw claims the changes are logistical in nature and point to a possible transition to a permanent US presence.

News of the World • May 15, 04:56 PM • 3468 views
"Putsch" to remove Starmer from office takes shape as leadership contender Burnham paves way to the top - media

Andy Burnham plans to return to Parliament to replace Keir Starmer. Amid a potential coup, the pound has fallen, and Donald Trump has criticized the Prime Minister.

News of the World • May 15, 03:42 PM • 4203 views
Trump's financial disclosure reveals thousands of securities transactions with American companies

Trump's 2024 financial disclosures revealed securities transactions totaling up to $750 million. The investment portfolios are managed by third-party firms.

News of the World • May 15, 03:09 PM • 3526 views
Trump stated he spoke with Xi about Russia's war against Ukraine and reacted to the Russian strike on Kyiv

Trump discussed ending the war in Ukraine with Xi Jinping. The US President suggested that the Russian strike on a building in Kyiv could delay the peace process.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 02:59 PM • 63325 views
Trump stated he is discussing potential denuclearization with China and Russia

Donald Trump is discussing denuclearization and arms control issues with the leaders of China and Russia. The US President has already received positive feedback.

News of the World • May 15, 02:27 PM • 3304 views
The US needs NATO for protection against Russian nuclear weapons - Stubb

Stubb stated that the US needs NATO due to its proximity to Russia's nuclear weapons on the Kola Peninsula. They are aimed at New York and Washington.

Politics • May 15, 02:22 PM • 4066 views
The History of Pizza: How a Simple Dish Became Italy's Culinary SymbolPhoto

Pizza has traveled the path from ancient flatbreads to the UNESCO Heritage List. The modern dish emerged in Naples and gained popularity thanks to Queen Margherita.

Culture • May 15, 02:05 PM • 84658 views
Pentagon surprised by Hegseth's decision to cancel deployment of US troops to Poland - Politico

Pete Hegseth has canceled the planned deployment of four thousand US troops to Poland. This decision came as a surprise to the Pentagon and European allies.

Politics • May 15, 01:48 PM • 3379 views
Putin and Xi Jinping will discuss Trump's visit to China during their meeting - Peskov

Preparations for Putin's visit to China are complete; he will meet with Xi Jinping. The parties will discuss the results of China's negotiations with Donald Trump.

Politics • May 15, 12:27 PM • 3413 views
Trump gave "no commitments" regarding Taiwan and may lift sanctions on China over Iranian oil

Trump gave no commitments regarding Taiwan and discussed arms sales to the island. The President may also lift sanctions against buyers of Iranian oil in China.

News of the World • May 15, 12:10 PM • 3256 views
CIA Director delivered a message from Trump to Cuba - ReutersPhoto

The CIA Director conveyed Trump's demand for reforms to Cuba as a prerequisite for cooperation. The US promises assistance only on the condition of fundamental changes in the country.

News of the World • May 15, 10:05 AM • 3831 views
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US tourist visa has become a "legal exam": Ukrainians are being vetted much more strictly - lawyer

Obtaining a US tourist visa has become more difficult for Ukrainians: consulates are increasingly scrutinizing potential migration risks of applicants. Lawyer Valeriia Nahorna explained why today it is not only documents that are important, but also proper legal preparation for the interview.

Society • May 15, 09:04 AM • 32068 views
Body language, a flattering tone, and a curiosity with notes – the internet and the press discuss details of the Trump-Xi summitVideo

The leaders of the US and China displayed conciliatory body language at the summit in Beijing. A video has gone viral online showing Trump peering into notes after Xi steps away from the table during dinner.

News of the World • May 15, 09:00 AM • 150947 views
The Russian Federation announced a prisoner exchange with Ukraine under the "205 for 205" formula

The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation announced a 205-for-205 prisoner exchange mediated by the UAE. Donald Trump had previously reported on plans for such an exchange.

Society • May 15, 07:29 AM • 4021 views
Men use "vocal fry" more often than women, contrary to the stereotype – study

Men use vocal fry more frequently than women, despite the myths. The creaky voice in girls is perceived more acutely only due to social bias.

News of the World • May 15, 07:21 AM • 3763 views
China will buy US oil to satisfy its "insatiable appetite" - Trump

Donald Trump announced China's agreement to purchase American oil and limit military aid to Iran. The leaders also concluded new trade agreements.

News of the World • May 15, 07:00 AM • 3515 views
Trump left China after "fantastic" trade deals with Xi and agreement on IranVideo

Trump announced the conclusion of fantastic trade deals and a joint position with China regarding Iran. China will purchase 200 Boeing aircraft, although the parties have disagreements over Taiwan. Following the conclusion of the visit, the US President departed for home.

News of the World • May 15, 06:53 AM • 4695 views
China to buy 200 Boeing aircraft from the US: company shares fall

Trump announced China's agreement to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft. The order volume turned out to be smaller than expected, causing the company's shares to drop.

Economy • May 15, 03:15 AM • 29338 views
CIA Director arrives in Havana for talks amid US fuel blockade of Cuba – media

A US delegation led by John Ratcliffe has arrived in Cuba for negotiations. The parties are discussing security amid a critical fuel shortage on the island.

News of the World • May 15, 12:29 AM • 13004 views
Svitolina defeated the world number three and reached the final of the "WTA 1000" in Rome

Elina Svitolina beat Iga Świątek in the semifinals of the WTA 1000 tournament in Rome. In the final, the Ukrainian will face American Coco Gauff on May 16.

Sports • May 14, 11:18 PM • 4543 views
Zelenskyy informed representatives of the American think tank Hudson Institute about the consequences of Russian strikes

The President met with the Hudson Institute to discuss air defense and diplomacy. Zelenskyy called on the US to intensify negotiations to restore security.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 08:14 PM • 5080 views
The Ukrainian army is the strongest in Europe - RubioVideo

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the AFU is the most powerful army in Europe thanks to new tactics. Russian losses are five times higher than Ukrainian ones.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 04:30 PM • 10135 views
Trump stated that Xi offered "help" with Iran

During the negotiations, the Chinese leader offered Trump assistance in settling relations with Iran. Beijing advocates for the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Politics • May 14, 04:20 PM • 4566 views
Fire Point plans to launch dozens of satellites into space

Fire Point will launch dozens of satellites in 2027 and scale up rocket production. According to the company's chief designer, Shtilerman, two satellites have already been launched this year.

Technologies • May 14, 02:30 PM • 4502 views
Trump and Xi found common ground on Iran, agreed on the Strait of Hormuz - Rubio

Trump and Xi Jinping discussed the war in Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Marco Rubio emphasized that the US is not asking China for help regarding Iran.

News of the World • May 14, 01:49 PM • 4487 views
"There is no context" – Rubio reacted to the attention surrounding his tracksuit "like Maduro's"Photo

Rubio called his tracksuit simply comfortable clothing without any subtext. He denied copying Maduro and stated that he had owned such clothes before.

News of the World • May 14, 01:35 PM • 111700 views
Trump called negotiations with Xi Jinping "extremely positive" and invited him to the US – what was discussed

Trump called the talks with Xi Jinping positive and invited him to the US for September 24. The leaders discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence, and Boeing orders.

News of the World • May 14, 01:09 PM • 3859 views
U.S. aid to Ukraine may return – what are the real chances for the resumption of military support

Votes gathered in the U. S. Congress to bring Ukraine aid to the floor: what this means and whether there are chances for approval.

Economy • May 14, 01:07 PM • 127027 views