European states insist on correcting at least four provisions of the US peace plan for Ukraine, including those concerning territorial division, army reduction, and real security guarantees. Europeans are also concerned about the future of frozen Russian assets, from which the Russian president should not derive financial benefit.
The government appointed Volodymyr Levchuk as State Secretary of the Ministry of Culture, dismissing Oleh Kurochenko. Previously, Levchuk worked in the Cabinet of Ministers Secretariat in the department of humanitarian policy.
The Cabinet of Ministers initiated an audit of JSC "Ukrainian Defense Industry", the Defense Procurement Agency, and the State Logistics Operator. The renewal of the supervisory boards of these enterprises has also begun, and the Accounting Chamber will inspect ARMA and FDMU.
After the Russian attack on Ternopil, where 32 people died, seven are considered missing, and search operations are ongoing. 596 appeals have been registered from victims, 344 of which concern damage to housing.
US officials, at a meeting with NATO ambassadors in Kyiv, stated that the US plans to push for Ukraine to sign a peace agreement as soon as possible, otherwise Kyiv will face a "much worse deal. " The proposed agreement involves Ukraine ceding territories occupied by Russia, as well as amnesty for war crimes.
Turkey has been granted the right to host and lead the next UN climate talks – COP31, following an agreement between Turkey and Australia. Australia will assume the role of "Negotiations President," but its responsibilities remain partially undefined.
Experts have prepared a guide with tips for residents of small apartments, studios, and compact homes. It contains ways to effectively use space to create comfortable and organized living.
Porsche topped the JD Power sales satisfaction ranking in the US for the third consecutive time, followed by Land Rover and Infiniti. Land Rover rose to second place thanks to its updated lineup, while Infiniti, despite a reduced model range, maintained high positions.
Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from office on January 5, 2026, following a conflict with Donald Trump. Her decision complicates the position of the Republican majority in the House of Representatives.
Google has denied viral rumors about using Gmail email content to train artificial intelligence models. The company states that its policy has not changed, and “smart features” are not related to data transfer for AI.
Usha Vance, wife of US Vice President J. D. Vance, was photographed without her wedding ring during a visit to Camp Lejeune military base and earlier at Walter Reed Medical Center. This occurred amid discussions of her possible conversion from Hinduism to Christianity and photos of Vance with another woman.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy will publish the book "Prisoner's Diary" about his 20-day imprisonment in La Santé. He describes the conditions of his incarceration, the constant noise, and his stay in a nine-square-meter solitary cell.
Journalist Maria Panchyshyn reported the death of Lesyk Turko, a Ukrainian musician and co-founder of the band DZIDZIO. Last December, he was admitted to intensive care due to cardiac arrest during a concert.
November 22 marks International Son's Day, Love Your Freckles Day, and International Musician's Day. Also, on the last Saturday of November, the victims of the Holodomors in Ukraine are commemorated.
Five unique cheburek recipes are presented, including options with cheese filling in "drunk" dough, homemade chebureks with beef, with potatoes, with mushrooms, and also lazy cheburek from lavash with rice and turkey mince. Each recipe details the ingredients and step-by-step cooking process, ensuring a crispy, juicy, and aromatic result.
In Zakarpattia, a serviceman and his accomplice were exposed for organizing a scheme for the illegal transportation of conscripts abroad. They charged $3,000 from each, providing a night crossing by boat across the Tysa River.
Quiche, considered a French dish, has German roots, where it was invented to reduce bread waste. UNN culinary experts have prepared 5 of the most popular recipes for this dish for the whole family.
An analysis by OLX Real Estate showed that the most expensive houses in Ukraine are sold in villages in the Kyiv region, particularly in the village of Plyuty, where the median price is UAH 47. 5 million. Kyiv remains the leader among regional centers with a median price of UAH 9.6 million, while the lowest prices are recorded in Chernihiv (UAH 1 million).
On Children's Day, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine presented an audiobook voiced by police officers, National Guardsmen, border guards, and rescuers. The collection of 10 fairy tales is designed to give children a feeling of warmth and safety.
From December 4, official sales of New Year's trees will begin in Kyiv at 141 legal locations. The fairs will operate until December 31 in all districts of the capital.
Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi emphasizes that all discussions about the US peace plan revolve around rumors. He also points out that Ukraine's position remains unchanged.
Shipments of Chinese permanent rare earth magnets to the US rose by 56. 1% to 656.3 tonnes, the highest in nine months. This increase occurred amid easing trade tensions between Beijing and Washington, while exports to the EU decreased.
Poland is launching a pilot defense program wReady for civilians, which will last until December 14. It is designed to increase readiness for crisis situations amid threats from Russia.
The European Commission has allocated 600 million euros for the expansion of infrastructure for electric vehicles and alternative fuels in the EU. The funds will go to 70 projects in road, maritime, air and inland waterway transport.
November 20 marks a number of important events, including Children's Protection Day in Ukraine, World Children's Day, and Transgender Day of Remembrance. This day also honors pediatricians, fights pancreatic cancer, and celebrates International Quit Smoking Day.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that Ankara is open to discussing proposals with Russia for establishing a just peace in Ukraine. Turkey is ready to consider initiatives to achieve lasting peace.
Rescuers pulled a 20-year-old boy from under the rubble of a destroyed building in Ternopil. He was trapped by concrete structures but survived.
Learn about the history of cookies, which appeared in Europe as spicy travel pastries and turned into Christmas sweets. UNN offers five cookie recipes, each with a unique history and taste.
New criteria for reserving conscripts for critically important defense innovative enterprises have been introduced into Resolution No. 76. The number of reserved persons is now limited by the indicators specified in contracts with the Ministry of Defense.
Donald Trump stated that Mohammed bin Salman "knew nothing" about Jamal Khashoggi's murder, contradicting US intelligence findings. The Crown Prince called the murder a "huge mistake," and Khashoggi's widow called on him to apologize.
