President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy personally congratulated Oleksandr Usyk on his return home after the fight with Tyson Fury. The meeting took place on December 31, and the boxer plans to resume training only at the end of April.
Near the Rewe supermarket in the Charlottenburg district, a man with a mental disorder attacked passersby with a knife. Two people were seriously injured and the attacker was detained.
The Ministry of Environment has assessed the extent of environmental damage caused by Russian aggression. 3 million hectares of forests were destroyed, more than 6,500 environmental crimes were recorded, and 180 million tons of CO₂ were emitted.
Mobile internet may be cut off at any time of the day during the New Year holidays in occupied Crimea. Cable Internet and Wi-Fi will continue to work as usual.
Starting from January 1, 2025, the cost of issuing biometric documents in Ukraine will change. An ID card will cost from UAH 558, and a foreign passport from UAH 1,042.
Starting from January 1, 2025, a new system of functioning assessment by expert teams instead of the MSEC will be launched in Ukraine. The assessment process will include a visit to a doctor, preparation of documents, and consideration of the case by an expert team.
The French Minister of the Armed Forces confirmed strikes on Islamic State targets in Syria last weekend. The attack followed a similar US operation that killed two ISIS militants.
Sir Stephen Fry was awarded a knighthood for his charitable work in the field of mental health. Carey Mulligan and Sarah Lancashire became Commanders of the British Empire for their contributions to the dramatic arts.
On New Year's Eve, 108 Ukrzaliznytsia trains will run. Thousands of railroad workers will ensure the smooth operation of the infrastructure and the comfort of passengers during the celebration.
MyHeritage will cease operations in Russia and delete all user data, including DNA tests, by February 1, 2025. The decision was made due to local legislation after a fine of 1.5 million rubles.
NASA's Parker solar probe has successfully completed an unmanned mission near the Sun. Scientists are discussing the possibility of replacing astronauts with robots and AI in future space exploration.
Articles about Elon Musk received 1. 03 billion views, which is 120% more than in 2023. His figures are three times higher than the total traffic of nine other top CEOs.
The DPRK leader called Putin his “closest friend” and wished him victory over the “neo-Nazis” in 2025. According to the US, up to 12,000 North Korean troops are already fighting in the Kursk region.
Britney Spears, 43, posted photos on Instagram with her 18-year-old son Jaden after a 3-year separation. The singer noted their resemblance and called her son a “genius.
Four people were detained in Kyiv and Kharkiv who set fire to vehicles of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for a reward. The criminals received orders via Telegram, documented their actions and reported to their supervisors.
Soldiers of the 6th Regiment of the RF Armed Forces occupied a new settlement in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation after artillery training. North Korean soldiers were in the village along with Russian troops.
Samsung Electronics has increased its stake in Rainbow Robotics from 14. 7% to 35% for 267 billion won. The company plans to integrate the robotics manufacturer as a subsidiary by February 2025.
Jennifer Lopez posted a video with the highlights of 2024, where she did not mention her husband Ben Affleck. The video shows her career achievements, personal moments, and footage from the new movie.
In 21 days, more than 35,000 Syrians have voluntarily returned home from Turkey. Most are heading to Aleppo, while 805,000 refugee children were born in Turkey.
A 17-year-old girl poisoned a rival goat at a competition with a pesticide, believing its owner to be a fraud. The animal died 21 hours after the poisoning, and the suspect faces up to 2 years in prison.
Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets published a video with the reaction of the liberated soldiers to the greeting cards. The defenders who returned from Russian captivity were touched by the warm words in their native language.
In Russia, schoolchildren born in 2013-2014 threw snow at the Eternal Flame. The police conducted an educational conversation with the children and their parents, and the case file was transferred to the juvenile affairs commission.
British musician Norman Cook (Fatboy Slim) has admitted that he has lost inspiration to create new music. The artist plans to focus on DJing and hopes that his passion for writing tracks will return someday.
The Ukrainian flag was solemnly raised over the Honorary Consulate of Ukraine in the Syrian capital. Minister Sibiga met with the Ukrainian community and Honorary Consul Tamer Al-Tunsi.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported daily losses of about 1,700 troops. The total losses of Russian troops in Ukraine over the year reached 427,000.
A 19-year-old student in a state of alcohol intoxication stabbed two people during a conflict in the center of Kyiv. The perpetrator was detained at the crime scene and faces up to 8 years in prison.
The Russian dictator has ordered migrants to leave Russia by April 2025. The requirement does not apply to foreigners who have legal grounds for staying in the country.
As a result of a Russian shelling of the village of Kivshаrivka in the Kupiansk region, a woman who was on the street was killed. A multi-apartment building was also damaged, and law enforcement officers are recording the consequences of the attack.
Joe Biden believes he could have defeated Donald Trump in the election if he had not dropped out. Democrats have criticized his decision to stay in the race for a long time, which has complicated Harris' campaign.
Ukrainian ministers pay an official visit to Damascus on behalf of President Zelensky. Ukraine will provide Syria with 500 tons of wheat flour, which will provide food for 33,000 Syrian families.
