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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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Cillian Murphy won the SAG Award for Best Actor in the movie Oppenheimer.

Culture • February 25, 11:40 AM • 21491 views
Former US President Donald Trump has not yet agreed to come to Ukraine, despite public signals from Zelenskyy

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba says there is no clear response from former US President Donald Trump or his team to President Zelenskiy's public invitation to visit Ukraine.

Politics • February 25, 10:34 AM • 24948 views
US Congressmen demand from Elon Musk to provide SpaceX Internet in Taiwan

US lawmakers are demanding that Elon Musk provide SpaceX's Starshield satellite communications network to the US defense forces in Taiwan after he refused to do business in the country for years due to his reluctance to escalate conflicts.

Politics • February 25, 10:15 AM • 22645 views
Israel to send delegation to Qatar to free hostages

Israel's military cabinet has decided to send a delegation to Qatar to discuss technical issues for the release of hostages held by Hamas. held by Hamas.

News of the World • February 25, 09:22 AM • 23195 views
The United States and the United Kingdom carry out air strikes on 18 Houthi targets in Yemen

The United States and Britain fired missiles at 18 Houthi targets in Yemen, destroying weapons caches, air defense systems, radars and helicopters used by the Iranian-backed group.

News of the World • February 25, 02:06 AM • 33918 views
russia spreads a fake about Ukraine's use of American chemical weapons in the war

The russian federation spread fake "news" that the Ukrainian Armed Forces had used American chemical munitions against russian troops, but analysis showed that it was unsubstantiated propaganda aimed at discrediting Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 01:37 AM • 109248 views
Birthday of the lottery, International Bartender's Day. What else can be celebrated on February 24

Today, February 24, is the birthday of the lottery. It is believed that on February 24, 1466, the wife of the famous Flemish artist Jan Van Eyck organized the first lottery in the modern sense.

UNN Lite • February 24, 05:23 AM • 31687 views
Negotiations on ceasefire in Gaza continue in Paris

Negotiations continue in Paris on a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of more than 100 hostages, as Israel threatens to attack Rafah if a truce is not reached.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 05:05 AM • 36673 views
The National Bank of Georgia is investigating the possibility of transferring funds from the russian Sberbank to Georgian accounts

The National Bank of Georgia is investigating whether the application of the russian bank Sberbank allows transferring funds to Georgian accounts, which is a violation of sanctions against russia.

News of the World • February 24, 02:10 AM • 30808 views
Syrskyi and Umerov consulted with Cavoli: they discussed the situation at the front and the needs of Ukrainian air defense

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and Minister of Defense of Ukraine Rustem Umerov discussed the current situation at the front and Ukraine's top military priorities during a telephone conversation with Supreme Allied Commander Europe.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 10:24 PM • 69552 views
Umerov and Syrsky briefed U.S. senators on the situation at the front and the need for military assistance

Ukraine's Defense Minister and Commander-in-Chief briefed the U. S. Senate delegation on the situation at the front and discussed Ukraine's priority military needs to achieve victory over russia.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 09:23 PM • 43955 views
The FATF acknowledged the growth of risks associated with russia, but refused to blacklist russia

Ukraine's Finance Ministry has criticized the FATF for not blacklisting russia despite evidence of its sanctions violations and increased financial ties with Iran and North Korea.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 06:11 PM • 31898 views
Zelensky announces new agreements that will strengthen Ukrainian soldiers

Zelenskiy said that Ukraine is preparing to continue active international work in the coming weeks to sign new agreements that will strengthen the military and urban defense.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 03:56 PM • 23905 views
U.S. Ambassador shows the consequences of russia's night attacks and calls for continued support for Ukraine

russia's overnight attacks on Ukrainian ports and industrial bases in Odesa and Dnipro resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, prompting the US Ambassador to Ukraine to reiterate his call for continued support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 01:27 PM • 23687 views
Netanyahu unveils Israeli plans for Gaza after war, but Palestinian Authority rejects them

Israel's plans for Gaza after the war include the creation of a security buffer zone and continued intervention, but the Palestinian Authority rejects these plans as occupation.

News of the World • February 23, 12:07 PM • 23434 views
Five US Democratic Senators arrive in Ukraine - US Ambassador

A delegation of five U. S. Democratic senators led by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer arrives in Ukraine.

Politics • February 23, 12:01 PM • 21803 views
"History is watching": Biden urges US House to approve aid to Ukraine before it's too late

Biden calls on the House of Representatives to pass a bipartisan bill to provide additional aid to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 11:57 AM • 26992 views
Biden announces more than 500 new US sanctions against Russia

The United States extends sanctions against Russia by another 500 points, targeting individuals associated with Navalny's imprisonment, as well as Russia's financial sector, military-industrial base, and procurement networks.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 11:29 AM • 22531 views
Senate Majority Leader Schumer arrives in Ukraine

Chuck Schumer, the Democratic majority leader in the U. S. Senate, led delegates to meet with President Zelenskyy in Ukraine to demonstrate U.S. support for Ukraine and to learn about weapons vital to its defense.

Politics • February 23, 11:13 AM • 22601 views
'Year of the Dragon' triggers baby boom in China, but it will be short-lived due to childcare problems

Hospitals in China reported a significant increase in the number of newborns in the Year of the Dragon, with some reporting 20-72% more births than the previous year.

News of the World • February 23, 11:12 AM • 22534 views
Protecting is the number one task, and then we will continue, the Russians will get some surprises - Zelensky

Protecting Ukraine from a large Russian army is a top priority, but continuing successful operations in the south and spoiling surprises for the Russians is also important, Zelenskiy said.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 10:28 AM • 22344 views
EU countries are trying to raise 1.5 billion dollars to buy shells for Ukraine - media

EU countries are trying to raise $1. 5 billion to buy artillery shells from abroad to strengthen Ukraine's defense against Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 10:00 AM • 36738 views
The Prime Minister of Italy may arrive in Kyiv on the anniversary of the russian invasion of Ukraine

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni convened a meeting of G7 leaders via video conference to mark the second anniversary of russia's invasion of Ukraine and to emphasize that the West should not show signs of fatigue in supporting Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 09:49 AM • 29793 views
Sweden, Hungary to sign defense industry agreement before ratification of NATO membership - Orban

Hungary will sign a defense industry agreement with Sweden and ratify its NATO membership application in parliament on Monday.

News of the World • February 23, 09:04 AM • 41302 views
China allegedly uses private companies to hack citizens and foreign governments - Financial Times

A major data leak revealed that China may have hired a private company to spy on foreign governments and monitor its own citizens.

News of the World • February 23, 07:59 AM • 23339 views
Macron to hold Ukraine summit in Paris on February 26

French President Emmanuel Macron will hold a summit in Paris on February 26 to discuss support for Ukraine with European leaders and officials.

Politics • February 23, 07:38 AM • 30169 views
American spacecraft lands on the Moon for the first time in 50 years

The United States landed the first spacecraft on the moon in 50 years, and during the descent, the Odyssey spacecraft experienced navigation problems that required 11 hours of engineer work to resolve.

News of the World • February 23, 04:35 AM • 121666 views
February 23: Curling Day, Diesel Engine Day

Today, February 23, all sports fans can join the Curling Day. This game, which is also called chess on ice, originated in Scotland in the 16th century.

UNN Lite • February 23, 04:09 AM • 41690 views
U.S. to impose sanctions on more than 500 russian targets on the 2nd anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine

On the second anniversary of russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, America plans to announce new sanctions against more than 500 russian companies to further limit russia's ability to produce weapons and generate the revenue that supports its economy.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 12:04 AM • 39442 views
Biden meets with Navalny's wife and daughter: expresses support for the opposition leader's values and promises new sanctions against Russia

Biden expressed his admiration for Navalny's courage and legacy in fighting corruption and supporting democracy in Russia. He also announced a new sanctions package against Russia in response to Alexei's death, Russia's repression and aggression, and its brutal and illegal war in Ukraine.

Politics • February 22, 08:14 PM • 36992 views