The New York Times
Donald Trump proposed that Ukraine abandon the unoccupied territories of Donbas in exchange for a ceasefire and non-aggression guarantees. Zelensky and European leaders rejected this idea.
The meeting between the US and Russian presidents in Alaska did not yield public results regarding an end to the war in Ukraine. Details of the conversations, particularly in the limousine, remained undisclosed, raising concerns about possible agreements.
Foreign media, including The New York Times and Sky News, reacted to the results of the Trump-Putin meeting in Alaska. The main topic of discussion was the lack of agreement on a ceasefire in Ukraine.
During the Trump-Putin talks, rostrums with the US coat of arms and flags of both countries were set up, hinting at a joint press conference. There is no official confirmation yet, the format of the address may change.
Western media, including Reuters, CNN, and The New York Times, described the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska as very warm and friendly. NBC highlighted the contrast with the meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy.
SpaceX has accumulated nearly $5. 4 billion in tax losses, avoiding federal income tax. The company uses tax benefits, including loss carryforwards, made possible by changes in tax legislation in 2017.
OpenAI's new GPT-5 AI model, released on August 7, has faced a number of problems, including technical glitches and user complaints about deteriorating performance. The release also revealed some users' emotional dependence on chatbots, leading to cases of "ChatGPT psychosis."
Russian troops attacked a training base of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Kropyvnytskyi, hitting the dining hall. At least ten foreign volunteers were killed, and over a hundred servicemen were wounded.
The US Secret Service rented a house in Anchorage, Alaska, for a possible meeting between the US and Russian presidents. The White House did not confirm the location, but a realtor reported the rental of a six-bedroom house.
Dmytro Kozak, Putin's deputy chief of staff, privately advised the Russian dictator to end the war. He also proposed holding peace talks and internal reforms, and subsequently lost influence.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's refusal after statements regarding territories risks angering Trump, who seeks a peace agreement.
An armed man, who believed that the coronavirus vaccine caused his illnesses, opened fire near the CDC headquarters in Atlanta. A police officer was killed in the incident, and the shooter was found shot dead.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is relying on a meeting with Donald Trump to achieve strategic goals in the war against Ukraine. The Kremlin considers the summit the main tool for keeping Ukraine out of NATO and changing geopolitical reality.
In British Columbia, a bird dropped a fish onto a power line, causing a short circuit and igniting dry grass. The fire, measuring 60 by 90 meters, was quickly extinguished.
US President Donald Trump plans a personal meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin next week. Soon after that, he plans to meet with Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Legendary Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne died on July 22 at the age of 76. The cause of death was cardiac arrest, myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, and Parkinson's disease.
Brazil's Supreme Court placed ex-president Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest. He faces trial on charges of preparing a coup after losing the 2022 elections.
India has not obliged refineries to stop buying Russian oil, despite criticism from Donald Trump. The purchase of crude oil remains a commercial decision for the refineries.
Indian officials have stated their intention to continue purchasing Russian oil, despite threats of sanctions from US President Donald Trump. India and Russia have a stable and time-tested partnership.
The US President reinstated the "Presidential Test" for physical fitness in public schools. This move is part of the goal to "restore the urgency of improving the health of all Americans."
Two US senators have introduced a bill to allocate $54. 6 billion in aid to Ukraine for two years. The aid includes weapons, replenishment of US stockpiles, and funding from confiscated Russian assets.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine will inform partners about the restoration of NABU and SAP powers by presidential bill. This decision strengthens anti-corruption bodies and the law enforcement system.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Heggset has privately discussed the idea of running for political office in Tennessee next year. To do this, he would have to resign, as the Department of Defense prohibits civilian employees from running for political office.
Donald Trump said he never visited Jeffrey Epstein's private island because he declined the financier's invitation. He also refuted the White House's previous explanation for the breakdown of their relationship, stating that Epstein was blacklisted for poaching his employees.
The US government has budgeted $934 million for the upgrade of a Boeing 747-8, provided by Qatar, which will be used by President Donald Trump. The aircraft, valued at $400 million, will become the most expensive aircraft ever transferred to a US president.
The European Union is cutting part of its aid to Ukraine by 1. 5 billion euros due to decisions that de facto eliminate the independence of NABU and SAPO. Aid of 50 billion euros can be restored provided reforms are carried out and corruption is fought.
The new drug "Zurzuve" helps women with postpartum depression, but has side effects and high cost. Some patients face difficulties in obtaining the drug due to logistical problems and delays with insurance companies.
The decision of the Minister of Health was supported by the new composition of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
Former US President Joe Biden used a pen to sign pardons and commutations from December 2024 to January 2025. The White House has launched an investigation and will review over a million such documents.
A fire broke out in a nursing home in Fall River, Massachusetts, USA. Several residents died, many were hospitalized, and five firefighters were injured.