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A new additional fee for non-immigrant visas has been announced in the United States. This was reported by Upl.uz. This fee amounts to 250 dollars and is called the "visa integrity fee," meaning a fee for reliability. This measure is part of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which was signed by US President Donald Trump at the beginning of this month. The new financial obligation will affect almost all foreign citizens. This group includes tourists, business travelers, and students coming to study at American educational institutions. According to statistics from the State Department, nearly 11 million non-immigrant visas were issued in the 2024 fiscal year, indicating the potential scope of the new fee. The fee amount may be adjusted periodically based on the inflation rate. The new fee will be charged in addition to existing consular fees. This fee will only be required from applicants whose visas have been approved. If the visa is denied, the fee will not be collected. For example, according to attorney Steven Braun from the law firm Reddy Neumann Brown PC, a specialist currently paying 205 dollars for an H-1B visa will have to pay a total of 455 dollars once the new rules come into effect. Although the law has been passed, the start date for collecting the fee and the payment mechanism are not yet clear. The law assigns the task of implementing this to the Department of Homeland Security. However, as analysts have pointed out, this department typically does not handle visa applications and approvals, which may lead to legal and organizational issues. A State Department representative stated in a comment to CNN that the purpose of the fee is to fund measures to strengthen immigration control, prevent violations of visa rules, and ensure border security. The bill also provides for the possibility of refunding the paid amounts. If the traveler can prove that they fully complied with the conditions of stay in the country, they will have the right to get their money back. The main requirements are the absence of illegal employment and leaving the USA within no more than five days after the specified period. However, the money can only be refunded after the visa period expires. Due to the long-term issuance of many non-immigrant visas, the US Congressional Budget Office believes that few people will take advantage of this opportunity. There are more than 20 main types of non-immigrant visas in the USA, which are divided into many smaller groups. This creates a complex and multi-layered system for entering the country.

The Kaliningrad "Baltika" team unexpectedly defeated the Moscow "Spartak" club 3:0 on Saturday. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

Moscow "Spartak" team's forward Anton Zabolotniy stated that he takes full responsibility for the defeat against the "Baltika" team (0:3). This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He acknowledged his mistake and apologized to the team and the fans. Zabolotniy referred to this mistake as a heavy blow of fate and mentioned that he was unable to lift his foot to clear the ball in the air during the game. He emphasized that he takes complete responsibility for the result. It is worth noting that on Saturday, Zabolotniy received a quick red card in the 11th minute of the match and left the field. In the second half, "Spartak" lost another player, as Markinyos was sent off due to a second yellow card. As a result, "Spartak" suffered a heavy defeat in the second round of the RPL. This incident was a severe test for the team, and the uncertainties in the game negatively affected the result. The team management and coaches are analyzing this situation deeply and are trying to prevent such situations in the future.

Vladislav Saus, who was named the best player in the match between Spartak and Baltika, shared his impressions of the game with "Match TV". This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He spoke about his condition and emphasized that a crucial victory was achieved for the team. According to Saus, they defeated Baltika, one of the strongest teams in Russia, by a significant margin on their home ground. This result was very good for the team. In response to a question about the goal, he recalled Pavard's goal in the match against Argentina in the 2018 World Cup. He highlighted that a similar image came to mind while scoring, resulting in a beautiful goal. This goal was important for the team and motivated them. Some attribute the victory of the "Baltika" team to the expulsion of a Spartak player from the field. However, Vladislav Saus disagreed with this opinion, stating that they had been dominant from the beginning of the game. He pointed out that there were no clear attacks from the Spartak team even before the expulsion. Additionally, coach Andrey Viktorovich Talalaev expressed concern that the players might become complacent after gaining early confidence. However, Saus expressed confidence that such a situation would not occur, as the team trains seriously every day and the coach does not allow them to relax. Therefore, in the upcoming matches, the team will continue to fight at a high level.

The match between the teams "Spartak" and "Baltika," held as part of the second round of the Russian football championship, took place on July 26 at the "Lukoyl Arena" stadium in Moscow. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. At the beginning of the game, "Spartak" faced difficult situations at home. Although they had a tough game against "Dinamo" in the first round, this time they hosted "Baltika." The "Baltika" team showed that they had prepared well at the start of the season and were demonstrating strong gameplay. During the match, "Spartak" head coach Anton Zabolotny was included in the starting lineup, but he sustained a serious injury at the beginning of the game. Zabolotny received a red card from the referee due to a high kick in a collision with an opposing player. This incident left "Spartak" with fewer players in the 80th minute. Later, the "Baltika" team scored the first goal with a precise long-range shot. At the end of the game, the "Baltika" team continued their attacks and scored a third goal, finishing the match with a 3:0 victory. This game was an unexpected defeat for the "Spartak" team. "Baltika," on the other hand, demonstrated that they are a strong team and showed their readiness to continue their performance in the season. The teams will try to improve their chances in the next round.

Russian coach Igor Kolyvanov commented on Anton Zabolotniy's sending off the field. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He expressed his thoughts to "Match Premier". According to Kolyvanov, this mistake was quite serious. He said: "This was indeed an incorrect action. You understand that you are not going to reach the ball and you act directly with your foot. This was clearly a harsh and inappropriate mistake." Additionally, Zabolotniy's sending off was the first for the Spartak team in the match against Kaliningrad's Baltika. In the second half, the team fell short due to Brazilian player Marquinhos. As a result, the "red-white" team played with nine players and conceded three goals at the end of the match. Anton Zabolotniy is a new player who joined "Spartak" in the summer, is 34 years old, and came from the now-defunct "Khimki" team. In this match, two players were sent off, four goals were scored, and as a result, "Baltika" defeated "Spartak" in Moscow.

Alexander Mostovoy, a former midfielder of the Russian national team and the Spanish club "Celta," commented on the cancellation of a goal during the match between "Spartak" and "Baltika." This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The capital club hosted the Kaliningrad team in the second round of the Russian championship. Referee Sergey Karasyov canceled the goal scored by "Baltika" player Brayen Hil after a review in the 44th minute. According to the referee, Hil's teammate committed a foul. In his social media post, Mostovoy criticized this decision, stating that the referee made another mistake, pointing out that Martinst was clearly sitting on the ball while the opponent kicked it out from under him, and the ball went into the goal. By the 80th minute of the match, "Spartak" was losing to "Baltika" with a score of 0:1.

Famous Russian journalist Igor Rabiner evaluated the expulsion of Spartak Moscow player Anton Zabolot from the penalty area. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He noted that the player received a red card in the second round of the Russian championship against Kaliningrad's Baltika team. Referee Sergey Karasev reviewed the incident in the 11th minute and issued the penalty. According to Rabiner, this decision was clear and indisputable, and there could be no debate about it. He stated that there were open studs, the foot was raised high, and there was pressure in the action. In the 58th minute, the Spartak team was left with two players and ultimately lost 0:3. This situation negatively affected the team's performance and result. Thus, experts consider this penalty to be correct and fair.

Belarusian cybercriminals continue to send funds obtained through illegal means to various countries. This was reported by Zamin.uz. Compared to previous years, their fraud schemes and methods of operation have become more sophisticated. According to the Belarusian Investigative Committee's report for the second quarter of this year, 5.9 percent of the funds obtained by cybercriminals were directed to banks in Uzbekistan. This situation indicates an increased interest of Belarusian criminals in Uzbekistan and highlights the need to warn about the international threats facing our country. A significant portion of the funds received from Belarusian citizens has been sent through criminal channels. At the same time, law enforcement agencies in Russia and Uzbekistan are also taking special precautions regarding this situation. According to cybercriminals, this money has been sent to banks in Russia, Uzbekistan, and Slovakia, and there are specific instructions for distributing participants in these countries. It has been revealed that 47.2 percent of the funds were directed to Russia. Currently, new measures are being developed to detect crimes and prevent fraud. Well-organized fraud schemes and false advertisements can mislead people into wrong directions. From the perspective of Tashkent and Northern European nations, such groups and their unique directions pose a threat. Therefore, it is important to continuously issue warnings about such threats and strengthen preventive measures.

The "Spartak" team, playing at home, took to the field against "Baltika" with a lineup of nine players instead of eleven, continuing to concede goals. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. In the 86th minute of the match, Tenton Yenne Chinoso Offor received a short pass and sent the ball into the far corner with a low shot from the left side of the opponent's penalty area. Goalkeeper Aleksandr Maksimenko returned the ball to Nikolay Titkov. Titkov, acting before the opposing defender Rikardo Mangash, managed to score while falling down. The score reached 0:3. In today's match, Vladislav Saus and Offor also scored. The text report of the match is presented on the LiveResult.ru website.

During the match against "Baltika," the "Spartak" team faced difficulties in returning to the game despite the score being 0:1. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. In the 58th minute, forward midfielder Markinhos left the field early, resulting in the team being reduced to nine players. Replays of the game show that there could have been an offside situation before Markinhos received his second yellow card during "Baltika's" attack. The assistant referee may have made a mistake in this decision, but it is difficult to determine this with 100% certainty. It should be noted that the VAR system does not have the right to intervene in cases of second yellow cards. The match between "Spartak" and "Baltika" can be followed through text commentary. This game is of significant importance for the teams, and every minute is exciting for the spectators.

In the second round of the current season, "Baltika" came close to a big victory against the "Spartak" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The team, managed by Deyan Stankovich, played with ten men after Anton Zabolotniy left the field in the 11th minute. At the beginning of the second half, Vladislav Saus opened the scoring. Shortly after, a red card was shown to Markinyos. In the 79th minute, the score increased to 0:2. From the left flank, Eldar Chivich accurately directed the low ball to the penalty spot from outside the penalty area. Chinonso Offor then immediately scored with a precise shot into the left side of the goal. The text broadcast of this match was provided on LiveResult.ru. Detailed information about the progress and results of the match can be followed from this source. The rivalry between the teams is strong, with both sides striving for victory. "Baltika's" success in this match serves to further enhance the quality of the team's performance this season.

In the second round of the PARI League season, the teams "Chelyabinsk" and "Rotor" faced each other. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. At the beginning of the match, not many events occurred, and the first clear opportunity only appeared after an hour of play. David Davidyan attempted to lift the ball over the goalkeeper after a pass from Sergey Makarov, but the goalkeeper managed to catch the ball. The Volgograd players managed to clear the ball far from their penalty area. Konstantin Kertanov struck powerfully from 22 meters, but the goalkeeper saved the ball from the corner. In the 86th minute, Aleksandr Nosov executed a precise free kick from the left flank. The ball touched the goalkeeper and returned to the penalty area, where Kochiev sent the ball into the net while it was on the ground. Thus, "Chelyabinsk" took the lead with a score of 1:0. During the match, Kirill Nikishin made a shot from the right flank towards the near corner, but the goalkeeper kept his goal intact. In the standings, "Chelyabinsk" is the leader of the PARI League with 6 points, while "Rotor" has 3 points. As a result of this match, "Chelyabinsk" won and strengthened its position at the top of the league. The actions and tactics displayed by both teams in the match were noteworthy. Overall, the game was competitive and balanced, but the final result favored "Chelyabinsk".

On Friday, "Spartak" played against the "Baltika" team at home in the Premier League. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. During the second half, they suffered a defeat with a score of 0:1. As noted by Opta specialists, in the first half, the "red-whites" had only 37 percent ball possession. This figure was last recorded at 31 percent in 2022 during a match against "Zenit." The reason for this was that in the 11th minute of the game, Anton Zabolotny's expulsion left the "Spartak" team at a numerical disadvantage. This match can be followed through a text broadcast.

Former defender of the Russian national team and the CSKA club in the capital, Kirill Nababkin, is currently receiving coaching education. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He announced that he is in the process of obtaining a coaching license along with his former teammates Alan Dzagoev, Pavel Mamaev, and Georgiy Shchennikov. According to Nababkin, it would be great if there is an opportunity to work with CSKA, but it is too early to talk about such a decision for now. Alan Dzagoev played for CSKA from 2008 to 2022, Pavel Mamaev from 2007 to 2013, and Georgiy Shchennikov from 2003 to 2008. Nababkin started playing for the capital club in 2010 and spent 14 years with the team. He has won the national championship title three times and has secured several other trophies. Currently, Nababkin is participating in media football competitions, representing the "SKA-Rostov" team. His interest in coaching and striving for new knowledge will help elevate his football career to a new level. This will pave the way for him to work as a professional coach in the future.

Former CSKA Moscow and Russia national team defender Kirill Nababkin expressed his views on the changes in the rosters of participants in the Russian Premier League, particularly regarding issues related to the "Khimki" and "Torpedo" teams. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The decisions to replace these teams with others have caused various debates and discontent among clubs and fans. According to Nababkin, the Russian Football Union (RFU) approves the team rosters for the season, and the decisions are made specifically by them. Everyone can have their opinion, but ultimately all matters are resolved by the RFU, says the former player. The "Khimki" team near Moscow was unable to obtain a license due to financial problems and withdrew from the Premier League. In their place, the "Pari NN" team was included, which finished 13th last season and lost in additional matches. Additionally, although the Moscow "Torpedo" team secured second place in the first league PARI tournament, it was removed due to involvement in a match-fixing scandal. In their place, the "Orenburg" team, which finished 15th in the Premier League last season, was included. These changes are causing certain shifts and discussions in Russian football.

The Moscow team "Dinamo" will host "Rostov" at home in one of the matches of the second round of the Russian Premier League on Saturday. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The team's head coach Valeriy Karpin decided to field the following players from the first minutes of the match: Lunyev, Kaseres, Fernandes, Osipenko, Kutsitskiy, Fomin, Glebov, Bitello, Ngamalyov, Gladyshev, and Sergeyev. The match will start at 17:30 Moscow time. A text broadcast will be provided through the LiveResult portal for detailed coverage of this match. In the first round, "Dinamo" played a draw at home against "Baltika," with a score of 1:1. Both teams will do their best to win today's clash. Therefore, an interesting and serious game is expected for the fans.

On Saturday, the teams "Spartak" and "Baltika" will play in the second round of the Russian championship. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. At the end of the first half, the score at the "Lukoyl Arena" stadium is 0:0. In the 11th minute of the match, Anton Zabolotniy was sent off the field for a serious foul. The experienced forward of the Moscow team received a red card as a result of a review by the VAR system and referee Sergey Karasyov. Near the end of the half, the "Baltika" team made an attempt to score, but the goal was disallowed due to a foul in the attack. The second half of the match between "Spartak" and "Baltika" can be followed through a text broadcast provided by the LiveResult portal. This match is considered one of the important stages of the Russian championship and is eagerly awaited by fans.

In the first match of today's second round, Premier League team Spartak is hosting Baltika at their home ground. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The red-and-white-clad Spartak players have been playing with almost ten men since the start of the match. They had a goal disallowed due to VAR technology. However, one of the initial attacks from the visiting team in the second half ended with a goal. Iliya Petrov executed a corner kick for Baltika from the left flank. The ball rebounded off Srdjan Babich and reached the edge of the penalty area. Vladislav Saus, left unmarked, sent the ball into the left corner with a precise and beautiful shot from the right flank. As a result, the score changed to 0:1. According to the online standings, the Baltika team is leading with 4 points, while Spartak remains at 3 points. The minute-by-minute text broadcast of the match is provided on LiveResult.ru.

Spanish specialist Raul Riancho, who was previously the head coach of the "Spartak" team, expressed his opinion on the restrictions placed on the number of legionnaires in the Russian Premier League and the possibility of their strengthening. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Recently, information has emerged that the Russian Ministry of Sports is proposing to change the current limit. According to their proposal, a "10+5" formula may be introduced, meaning that there can be a maximum of ten legionnaires on the roster, with five of them allowed to be on the field at the same time. According to Riancho, this is a very interesting proposal, as it indicates that the leaders of the Russian league have confidence in the presence of good coaches in the country. They are capable of nurturing quality Russian football players in academies. Under the current rules, a club in the Russian championship can have 13 legionnaires on its roster, with eight of them allowed to play on the field at the same time. These changes are expected to have a positive impact on the development of Russian football. The reduction in the number of legionnaires will create more opportunities for local players and help improve their skills. At the same time, coaches and clubs will need to adapt to the new conditions. Overall, these changes are believed to serve to enhance the quality of Russian football.

From September 15 to 19, 2025, the hot water supply will be temporarily suspended in certain areas of eight districts of Tashkent city. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This was reported by Kursiv.media. The hot water outage is related to preventive maintenance work carried out by Veolia Energy Tashkent as part of preparations for the heating season. The areas where the hot water supply will be cut off include: Yashnobod district, including Qorasuv, Beshariq, Birlashgan, Elbek, Asalobod, Quruvchilar, Uysizlar, Parkent, Chulpon, Alimkent streets, as well as massifs from Tuzel-1 to 4, Uysizlar-1, Asalobod-1 and 2, and Aviasozlar township. In Mirobod, Yunusobod, Shaykhontohur, and Yakkasaray districts, hot water supply will be stopped in areas including Amir Temur and Mustaqillik avenues, Sharof Rashidov, Navoi, Babur, Glinka, Shota Rustaveli, Bogiboston, and Arnasoy streets, among other locations. In Chilonzor district, hot water supply will be cut off in Katta Chilonzor, Muqimi, Seoul, and Choponota streets, as well as in TS-1, 2, 4, 5, 7, Oqtepa, Chilonzor (1-5, 7, E, I), Qushbegi, Boshliq, and Uchuvchilar townships. Additionally, some areas in Sergeli and Mirzo Ulugbek districts will also experience hot water outages. Citizens are asked to use water wisely during this period and take necessary precautions. The hot water supply will be restored once the preventive maintenance work is completed. Source: Kursiv.media

Apple company recently introduced the new iPhone 17 smartphone. This was reported by Zamin.uz. As a result of conversations with sellers at the "Malika" market in Tashkent, approximate prices for these new models have been determined. It has been revealed that iPhone 17 smartphones will be available for sale in Uzbekistan starting from September 23. Prices vary depending on the memory capacity and device features. For example, the 256 gigabyte model of the iPhone 17 is estimated to cost around 16 million 250 thousand soms. Models with larger memory capacity are priced higher. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max versions have even more features and capabilities, with prices starting from 23 million soms and approaching 50 million soms. These new smartphones are expected to generate significant interest in the Uzbekistan market. Memory capacity and budget are important factors for buyers when choosing the most suitable option. Additionally, full warranty and service options are expected to be provided at official sales points. The release of the new iPhone 17 models in Uzbekistan will bring innovations and increase competition in the smartphone market.

A new bus route No. 177 has been launched in Tashkent city and region to improve transport services. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This route was established within the framework of ensuring road traffic safety and developing infrastructure. Starting from September 16, 2025, this route serving passengers begins from the Iftikhor neighborhood of Tashkent region and runs to the Chorsu metro station in the city center. This new route provides residents of the region with convenient and fast access to the city center. A total of eight modern buses operate on this route. They are King Long XMQ 6900EGW medium-capacity vehicles, 9.5 meters long, meeting high standards of quality and safety. The buses operate daily from 05:30 to 23:17. This allows passengers to use regular and reliable transport services from morning till evening. With the launch of the new route, significant convenience and time savings will be ensured for those traveling from the region to the capital. At the same time, road traffic safety will be increased and the efficiency of the city's transport system will be improved. This information has been confirmed by the zamin.uz website.

Recently, many rumors have been spreading about the relationship between the famous Turkish actress Hande Erchel and entrepreneur Hakan Sabanji. This was reported by Zamin.uz. In particular, news about the couple's divorce has sparked great interest among fans. Hakan Sabanji, who spoke for the first time on the Gel Konuşalım program, responded to the claims regarding their relationship. Although he did not want to talk extensively about his personal life, he clarified some of the rumors. Hakan Sabanji emphasized that he does not want to discuss the issue of divorce because it concerns their private life. He also stated that the rumors about infidelity are completely unfounded. Earlier, Hande Erchel had deleted all photos with Sabanji from her social media pages. This became the basis for reports in the Turkish press about their divorce. The famous journalist Birsen Altuntaş highlighted that there are serious disagreements between the couple, but the official divorce has not yet occurred. Nevertheless, Hande and Hakan still follow each other on social media. While some fans hope for the restoration of their relationship, others speculate that this process might simply be publicity for the media.

An unusual and interesting event took place in the city of Szekszárd, Hungary – the 18th International Grave Digging Championship. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This competition was organized by the country's Grave Diggers Association based on a clear plan and order. The event served to enhance the prestige of the profession. Participants took part in teams of two. They were given two hours. During this time, each team had to dig a grave measuring 200x80 centimeters and 160 centimeters deep. These rules required not only skill but also attention and speed from the participants. At the end of the championship, the Parakletosz Nonprofit team was declared the winner. This team won the championship for the second consecutive year, demonstrating their thorough preparation and high professional level. According to the organizers, such competitions not only raise the prestige of the profession but also introduce the younger generation to professional specialists up close. They also help participants develop teamwork skills and the ability to work in a healthy competitive environment. These events are of great importance for improving professional qualifications and further developing the field.

Famous footballer Edgar Davids, who played for Juventus in past years, learned that his acquaintance Nabila Habibi committed theft. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The ad.nl portal provided information about this. According to the publication, Davids found out several years later that his painting collection had been stolen. He had entrusted the collection to a trusted person. For a while, Habibi also lived in his house. While Davids believed the collection was kept in a safe place, Habibi stole 37 paintings, pawned them at various pawnshops, and received approximately 30 thousand euros. In 2017, when Habibi was unable to repay her debts, the pawnshops gained the right to sell the paintings. One of the buyers saw Davids' name on the back of a painting and contacted him through social networks. After that, Davids filed a lawsuit. Habibi admitted to the theft. Earlier, she had faced problems related to criminal cases and had left her acquaintance after taking 3500 euros from him.

According to the President's decree, the ToshTech Technical University will be established in Tashkent city. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This new higher education institution will play an important role in developing modern engineering knowledge in our country and training competitive specialists. According to the decree, the university will have full independence in academic, financial, and organizational management matters. This will allow the educational process to be organized in accordance with international standards. Starting from the 2025-2026 academic year, a one-year preparatory course will be opened at the expense of the state budget. This course will help applicants prepare for complex subjects. From the next year, that is, the 2026-2027 academic year, bachelor's degree programs will begin operating at the university. Students will have the opportunity to receive education in modern subjects. Additionally, from the 2027-2028 academic year, master's and postgraduate programs will also be gradually introduced. Studying at the university will be organized on the basis of state grants and tuition contracts. Classes will be conducted not only in Uzbek but also in foreign languages. This will enable students to gain international experience and expand their knowledge further. The most important aspect is that all students admitted by the 2029-2030 academic year will receive completely free education based on state grants. Through this initiative, ToshTech Technical University will play a significant role in enhancing the engineering and research potential of our country, as well as creating new opportunities for young people (source: zamin.uz).

One of the largest demonstrations in history took place in the city of London. This was reported by Zamin.uz. According to information, approximately 1.5 million people took to the streets under the slogan "Unite the Kingdom." This large rally began in the Sazerk district located on the southern bank of the Thames River. The demonstrators headed towards the city center, moving towards the Whitehall government building. They crossed Westminster Bridge and gathered on the street in front of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's headquarters, which was the main assembly point. According to the organizers, this major movement was organized by Tommy Robinson, the founder of the English Defence League movement. People gathered on the streets of London carried various placards, slogans, and calls. Observers noted that this demonstration could have a serious impact on the political processes of the United Kingdom. Moreover, the demonstration was recognized as a historic event not only because of the number of participants but also due to its organization and political diversity. This movement is expected to mark the beginning of a new era in the country's political environment. Widely supported by the residents of London, this demonstration became a vivid example of political activism and unity.