Alla Kiosak
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.
Ariana Grande has stated that her upcoming 'Eternal Sunshine' tour in 2026 might be her last major tour for a long time. The singer plans to focus on her acting career after the tour.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has unveiled the full list of nominees for the fourth annual Children's and Family Emmy Awards. The awards ceremony will take place on March 1 and 2, 2026, in New York City.
Ukraine expects the first gas supplies via the Greek route in January 2026, which is more expensive than the Polish LNG terminal. This route, although flexible, requires cooperation with five operators.
Cristiano Ronaldo attended a dinner at the White House with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where Donald Trump mentioned the footballer's meeting with his son Barron. Ronaldo arrived in Washington with his fiancée and took selfies with Elon Musk and other influential figures.
Ukrainian comedian Andriy Rybak found his photo on the cover of a BDSM book on Amazon, which was taken from a stock resource without his consent. He contacted the platform's support with a demand for compensation for the use of the image.
Intelligence confirmed 62 cases of Ukrainian citizens defecting to the Russian side during captivity. Russia uses them in four units created by the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces.
In Odesa, a man tied a woman to a bench after she littered and threatened passers-by. The woman did not require medical attention and apologized for her behavior.
The State Bureau of Investigation is conducting an internal investigation into the tapes released by NABU to ascertain possible violations among its employees. Investigators will check information about possible illicit enrichment and pressure on officials.
This morning, a number of settlements in Zakarpattia, including Tatariv, Yaremche, Yablunytsia, and Dolyna, were suddenly covered in snow. In Bukovel, a thick layer of snow formed, contrasting with the autumn weather.
Natalia Panchuk, a potted plant care manager, explained how to properly care for houseplants in winter. She explained that in the cold season, most plants slow down their growth, so it is important to reduce watering, provide additional lighting, and increase air humidity.
November 18 marks international and national events: Mickey Mouse Day, the Day of Remembrance of the Holy Martyr Roman of Caesarea, European Day for the Protection of Children from Violence and Sexual Exploitation, and Sergeant's Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. These days are dedicated to cultural symbols, child protection, historical memory, and Ukrainian military personnel.
The former director of the Chernivtsi Trolleybus Department and a procurement specialist have been notified of suspicion. The company overpaid almost UAH 3.5 million during the purchase of electricity due to their actions.
The UN Security Council will vote on a US resolution supporting Donald Trump's plan for the future of Gaza. The document has received support from several Arab countries but has drawn objections from Israel and Hamas.
Roksolana Pidlasa, head of the Verkhovna Rada budget committee, announced that Ukraine could receive the first tranche under the new IMF program, amounting to approximately $8 billion, in January 2026. The total volume of the four-year IMF program is about $8 billion.
Queen guitarist Brian May said that a mild stroke was an important warning for him. The musician shared details of his condition during an appearance on Alan Titchmarsh's show.
Emmanuel Macron stated that Ukraine will be the first country where the new SAMP/T air defense system with improved capabilities will be deployed. France and Ukraine have launched a ten-year bilateral partnership for the acquisition, development, and production of drones, UAV interceptors, and guided bombs.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized that all efforts for a ceasefire have been made, but Russia continues the war. France remains committed to finding ways to end hostilities.
Cold allergy manifests as redness, itching, and rash on exposed areas of the body at temperatures from +2°C. It can be provoked by beauty injections or acne due to a weakened skin barrier.
The planned address by Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, which was supposed to take place today, has been canceled. The reason was the illness of the head of government, who, according to the deputy head of the Smer party, contracted a virus.
On the night of November 14-15, a train fatally injured a man born in 1993 on the railway near the village of Portnivka, Poltava district. Police are establishing the circumstances of the incident.
A large plume of smoke rose in the Russian village of Grafovka, Shebekinsky district, Belgorod region, due to probable shelling. Additional information about the situation is not yet specified.
Lithuania will select the best innovative proposals for combating aerial objects within two weeks. The development of technologies, which include detection, monitoring, recognition, and neutralization, is planned to be completed within three to six months.
Three foreigners were detained in Mohyliv-Podilskyi district while attempting to illegally transfer a Ukrainian conscript to Moldova. They demanded 8,000 US dollars for their "services."