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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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Trump holds press conference after Supreme Court overturns global tariffsVideo

US President Donald Trump will hold a press conference at 7:45 PM Kyiv time. This will happen after the Supreme Court overturned the global tariffs imposed by Trump.

News of the World • February 20, 05:28 PM • 10209 views
NASA plans first crewed Moon flight under Artemis program in March

NASA plans the first crewed flight to the Moon as part of the Artemis program in March after a successful rocket fueling test. The Artemis II mission could launch as early as March 6 with four astronauts on board.

News of the World • February 20, 05:25 PM • 12431 views
Trump calls Supreme Court's tariff decision a 'disgrace'

The US President met with a bipartisan group of governors and stated this morning that he has a backup plan for tariffs following the US Supreme Court's decision.

News of the World • February 20, 04:54 PM • 4058 views
EU analyzes US Supreme Court decision to overturn Trump's tariffs

The European Union is carefully analyzing the US Supreme Court's decision to overturn Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs. The EU will seek to reduce tariffs, as businesses need stable trade relations.

Economy • February 20, 04:01 PM • 8893 views
Audi RS5 2026 unveiled to the public - with a V6 hybrid power, but significantly heavierPhoto

Audi Sport unveiled the plug-in hybrid RS5 with a 2. 9-liter V6 and an electric motor, producing a combined 630 hp. The car accelerates to 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, but its weight has increased to 2370 kg.

Auto • February 20, 03:49 PM • 5050 views
Trump's Tariff Reversal: How Markets Are Reacting

Major Wall Street indices rose after the US Supreme Court's decision against President Trump's sweeping tariffs. The S&P 500 index rose by 0.1%, the Dow Jones added 20 points, and the Nasdaq Composite increased by 0.1%.

Economy • February 20, 03:47 PM • 4026 views
Chinese refiners buy Russian oil instead of India in February at discounts - Bloomberg

Chinese refiners are actively buying Russian oil, replacing India as the main buyer. Russian crude oil supplies to China rose to 2.09 million barrels per day in February.

Economy • February 20, 03:26 PM • 9729 views
Territorial issues remain without progress - Zelenskyy on negotiations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that there is no constructive progress on the territories of Donbas within the political subgroup of negotiations. The head of state emphasized the complexity of this issue and the need to openly acknowledge the lack of progress.

Politics • February 20, 03:10 PM • 3992 views
Ukraine and Russia are close to a prisoner exchange - Zelenskyy

The head of state announced a constructive approach found on humanitarian issues, particularly regarding the exchange of prisoners of war. The number and terms of the exchange will be determined in the coming days.

Society • February 20, 03:04 PM • 4538 views
Ukraine expects another round of trilateral talks in February, answers are ready and priorities are set - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy announced Ukraine's preparation for a new round of trilateral talks involving the US and Russia, which could take place by the end of February. Ukrainian answers to complex questions are already ready, and priorities for the team have been defined.

Politics • February 20, 02:46 PM • 37052 views
Iran says nuclear deal draft will be ready within "next two to three days"

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran would present its draft nuclear deal to the US in the coming days. This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened military action.

News of the World • February 20, 02:36 PM • 3858 views
Trump gave Iran a 10-15 day ultimatum, which could set the stage for attacks after the IAEA meeting - Bloomberg

US President Donald Trump warned Iran of 10-15 days to prevent military action, coinciding with the IAEA meeting on March 2. This could lead to a new resolution and referral of the case to the UN Security Council.

News of the World • February 20, 02:24 PM • 5230 views
Zelenskyy's workday begins at 3-4 AM with the first reports from the front - CNN

The workday of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy begins at 3-4 AM with the first reports from the front. He drinks a lot of black coffee without sugar to get through the workday.

Society • February 20, 02:19 PM • 3799 views
Partners to provide Ukraine with over 600 million euros for energy - ShmyhalPhoto

Ukraine has agreed to attract over 600 million euros in financial and technical assistance for the restoration of its energy sector. The country will also receive equipment from at least six decommissioned European combined heat and power plants (CHPPs) and thermal power plants (TPPs).

Society • February 20, 01:46 PM • 4842 views
Saudi oil supplies to India increase amid US pressure to reduce Russian volumes - Bloomberg

India imports the largest amount of crude oil from Saudi Arabia in over six years as the US pressures it to reduce purchases of Russian oil products.

Economy • February 20, 01:12 PM • 3820 views
Trump's friend strikes deal with Russia's Novatek on Alaska gas extraction - NYT

American financier Gentry Beach, linked to the Trump family, has struck a deal with Russia's Novatek to develop a gas project in Alaska. This cooperation comes amid Russia's war against Ukraine and Western sanctions.

News of the World • February 20, 12:21 PM • 4490 views
US threatens EU with retaliatory measures over initiative to restrict access to arms market - Politico

The Trump administration is threatening European countries with retaliatory measures if the EU prioritizes domestic arms manufacturers. The Pentagon warned that restricting access for American arms manufacturers to the European market would provoke a reaction.

Politics • February 20, 12:02 PM • 5525 views
Magnetic storms on February 21-22 - what to prepare for those sensitive to weather changes

Despite the fact that no significant atmospheric disturbances are expected, weather-sensitive people may feel unwell due to sharp temperature fluctuations in the air.

Society • February 20, 11:33 AM • 4567 views
Peskov did not confirm Russia-US-Ukraine talks in Geneva next week

The spokesman for the Russian dictator stated that everything would become clear after "an understanding is reached. "

Politics • February 20, 11:11 AM • 3806 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine is ready for compromises, but not at the cost of independence and sovereignty

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the country is ready for real compromises proposed by the US, but not for Russia's ultimatums. Ukraine will not give up its independence and sovereignty.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 10:26 AM • 4037 views
Ukraine's defense product exports could reach "several billion dollars" this year - NSDC Deputy Secretary

Ukraine could export military goods and services worth "several billion dollars" this year. The possibility of introducing a tax on these exports is being considered.

Economy • February 20, 07:56 AM • 24724 views
US and Canada intercepted 5 Russian aircraft near Alaska on February 19 - NORAD

On February 19, the US and Canada intercepted five Russian aircraft near Alaska. They remained in international airspace, not entering sovereign US or Canadian airspace.

News of the World • February 20, 07:52 AM • 26764 views
Meta cuts employee stock payouts for second consecutive year amid AI investments

Meta has cut annual stock option payouts by approximately 5% for most of its employees. This comes amid investments in artificial intelligence and the construction of data centers.

News of the World • February 20, 07:17 AM • 5870 views
Trump ordered the declassification of government documents on extraterrestrial life and UFOs

Donald Trump has ordered federal agencies to release government documents on extraterrestrial life and unexplained aerial phenomena. This decision followed Obama's accusations of disclosing classified information about aliens.

News of the World • February 20, 06:27 AM • 42582 views
Britain refused the US to use bases for air strikes on Iran

Great Britain did not allow the United States to launch air strikes on Iran from British bases, including Diego Garcia. This decision led to Trump's refusal to support the agreement on the transfer of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.

Politics • February 20, 12:52 AM • 11930 views
Trump appoints son-in-law Jared Kushner as "special peace envoy"

Donald Trump has appointed Jared Kushner as a special peace envoy, introducing him at his "Peace Council. " Kushner will focus on mediating new diplomatic agreements, including stabilizing Gaza and the war in Ukraine.

Politics • February 19, 11:39 PM • 18155 views
Belarus did not receive visas to participate in Trump's Peace Council in Washington

The Belarusian delegation did not receive US visas to participate in the first meeting of President Donald Trump's Peace Council. The Belarusian Foreign Ministry expressed surprise at the failure to fulfill basic formalities.

Politics • February 19, 09:28 PM • 18306 views
Trump extended sanctions against Russia over the invasion of Ukraine

U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order extending sanctions against Russia for one year, which were imposed in 2014 due to the invasion of Ukraine. Russia's actions continue to pose a threat to U.S. national security.

Politics • February 19, 07:37 PM • 8813 views
Trump concludes Peace Council meeting with promise to 'make UN great again' - Media

Many world leaders and diplomats feared that Trump's new initiative was an attempt to overshadow the UN Security Council. But Trump tried to allay these fears, stating that the US would "work with the United Nations again and make it great again."

News of the World • February 19, 06:46 PM • 7771 views
Prince Andrew scandal from a new angle: what the film "Scoop" tells and why it's worth watching

The Netflix film "Scoop" recreates the events leading up to Prince Andrew's BBC Newsnight interview. The film shows the behind-the-scenes work of journalists and the preparation of the broadcast.

Culture • February 19, 06:12 PM • 7161 views