The FINANCIAL

22/08/2026

Rising U.S. fertility costs are pushing more Americans to seek IVF and other reproductive treatments in Greece and Spain, where treatment can cost a fraction of U.S. prices.

03/08/2026

Ukraine has not publicly stated that Wildberries was chosen because of alleged Kremlin influence over the company. Nevertheless, Russian opposition media, Ukrainian commentators and several investigative publications argue that the retailer has evolved into far more than a private e-commerce business.

Ukraine's repeated strikes on Wildberries warehouses have fueled debate over whether Kyiv is targeting not only Russia's logistics network but also one of the country's most politically connected corporate empires.

01/08/2026

The FINANCIAL -- President Donald Trump's latest pledge to allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors marks one of the most significant shifts in his approach to the war since returning to the White House. Yet while the announcement offers Kyiv a potential long-term solution to one of its greatest military vulnerabilities, defense analysts say Russia is unlikely to wait.

President Donald Trump's evolving stance on Ukraine has raised hopes for expanded Patriot missile production, but delays could leave Kyiv vulnerable as Russia intensifies attacks. Analysis of Europe's Patriot alternatives and why the EU cannot quickly replace U.S. air defenses.

30/07/2026

In an exclusive interview with Finchannel.com, Maksym Sakharov, CEO and Co-Founder of WeFi, discusses how the United States’ new regulatory framework for stablecoins could reshape the future of digital payments, banking, and fintech innovation.

WeFi CEO Maksym Sakharov on the Future of Digital Payments After the GENIUS Act

30/07/2026

Tbilisi, Georgia — Over the past few years, Georgia’s toy market has undergone significant transformation. Consumers have become more discerning, with growing demand for high-quality, safe, and educational products, while global trends have introduced new market segments, including the rising popularity of collectible and licensed toys. How does Pepela assess these changes, and what is the company’s vision for the future development of the market? We spoke with Mariam Kebuladze, the General Director of Pepela about these and other topics.

Innovation is one of the cornerstones of Pepela’s development strategy

30/07/2026

Air Passenger Demand Falls 1.7% in June

29/07/2026

Kavinsky Dies at 50: French Electronic Music Pioneer Behind ‘Nightcall’ Leaves Lasting Legacy

28/07/2026

President Donald Trump’s administration is signalling a deeper commitment to Ukraine’s defence after a new Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy focused on expanding military cooperation, strengthening air defences and restarting diplomatic efforts to end Russia’s war.

The FINANCIAL -- President Donald Trump's administration is signalling a deeper commitment to Ukraine's defence after a new Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy focused on expanding military cooperation, strengthening air defences and restarting diplomatic efforts to end....

23/07/2026

Irina Kapanadze, Academy Group Director/owner talked about the evolution of Georgia’s premium beauty sector, the company’s partnership with Estée Lauder Companies, regional expansion across the Caucasus, and why trust, authenticity, and customer experience have become the industry’s new competitive advantage

Academy Group is Building Georgia's Premium Beauty Industry

22/07/2026

British soldiers fought on the side of the Allied powers against the Russian Empire during the Crimean War (1853–1856). Main Objective: To preserve the European balance of power by preventing Russia from gaining control of the Black Sea and the strategic Dardanelles shipping straits. The war ultimately ended in 1856 with a victory for the British and their allies, forcing Russia to accept the demilitarization of the Black Sea under the Treaty of Paris

There were two major wars in which British forces fought directly against the Russian Empire: the Anglo-Russian War (1807–1812) and the Crimean War (1853–1856). The first direct conflict occurred during the Napoleonic Wars. After Russia signed the Treaties of Tilsit with Napoleonic France in 180...