The Ukrainian General Staff reported over 1.5 million Russian casualties and extensive equipment losses since the 2022 invasion. The report contrasts these figures with estimated Ukrainian casualties and the difficulty of retrieving bodies for identification.
Russia is launching a massive, state-funded demographic project to boost birth rates through financial incentives and propaganda. Despite heavy spending, the policy faces public irritation and struggles to reverse a declining fertility rate.
The UK government plans to grant mayors the power to impose a nightly tourist levy on hotels and short-term rentals. While intended to fund public services, the hospitality industry warns the tax could damage the economy and risk jobs.
The iPhone 18 Pro introduces an A20 Pro chip, a variable aperture 48MP camera, and a smaller Dynamic Island. Other upgrades include improved cooling, faster charging, and a new 2TB storage option.
