In Ovruch, a man detonated a grenade in a train car during his detention by law enforcement officers. There are dead and injured, emergency services are working at the scene.
Researchers at Virginia Polytechnic Institute found that memory impairment is linked to specific molecular processes in the brain. Correcting these processes using gene editing technology restored memory in elderly rats.
A 29-year-old man attacked a 16-year-old girl with a knife in Bucha, and then wounded a 49-year-old man in Irpin. Both victims were hospitalized, and the assailant faces up to 15 years in prison.
A 43-year-old Kyiv resident died in hospital a day after mobilization, having sustained a severe traumatic brain injury during a military medical commission. Police have launched criminal proceedings into the death, interviewing witnesses and ordering a forensic medical examination.
Donald Trump reacted to Vladimir Putin's statement about Russia's alleged imperviousness to American sanctions. The US President ironically noted that he was glad to hear about the dictator's 'confidence,' but preferred to see how Russia would cope with the restrictions.
Smoked pumpkin cream soup, "witch finger" cookies, and "jelly brain" will create an atmosphere of real magic. UNN tells how to impress guests with dishes in the spirit of the darkest night of the year.
A "weather bomb" with hurricane-force wind gusts up to 160 km/h and heavy rains is approaching France, Germany, and other Western European countries. The peak of the storm is expected on October 24 in Germany, causing transport collapse and a drop in temperature.
A deputy of the Poltava City Council has been served with a notice of suspicion for undeclared crypto assets totaling over 200 million hryvnias. He did not include them in his reports for 2022–2024, and updated data for 2025 also proved to be unreliable.
Cate Blanchett will receive this year's "Icon Award" at the Camerimage Festival in Toruń, Poland.
Georgina Chapman, Harvey Weinstein's ex-wife, risks losing her West Village apartment worth over $3. 5 million due to unpaid mortgage of $2.5 million. She also faces other financial issues, including a $1.4 million lawsuit for an office.
Kim Kardashian celebrated her 45th birthday in London, changing into two revealing outfits: a sheer corset and a beaded mini-dress. Among the guests were Kate Moss, FKA Twigs, Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, and John Galliano.
Lviv Polytechnic became the leader among Ukrainian universities in the number of state-funded bachelors admitted. Kyiv Polytechnic Institute Sikorsky and Taras Shevchenko National University took second and third places, respectively.
Over 17,000 first-year students received state grants for education in 2025, which is 19. 3% more than last year. The most popular specialties were psychology, law, automotive transport, and philology.
A drone of unknown origin exploded in Kazakhstan, with debris found in a deserted area. There were no casualties, and the Ministry of Defense of Kazakhstan has tightened control over its airspace and is conducting an investigation with the involvement of foreign partners.
In 2025, more than 200,000 first-year students were admitted to Ukrainian universities, which is 2. 6% more than last year. However, the number of applicants aged over 25 decreased by 15%.
The European Council is preparing a decision on financing Ukraine's needs in 2026-2027, including the procurement of military equipment. European Council President António Costa stated that support would continue "as long as it takes," and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need to increase pressure on Putin.
October 23 marks Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy Awareness Day and Kabuki Syndrome Awareness Day. This day also celebrates Talk Show Host Day and Advertising Workers' Day.
Northern communities of Chernihiv region faced the most difficult situation with electricity supply due to repeated attacks on the energy system, which led to emergency blackouts.
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine has allowed Ukrainian schoolchildren temporarily residing abroad to participate in All-Ukrainian student Olympiads remotely. They will be able to join the second stage of the competition online as part of a special foreign district.
After Russian shelling, Chernihiv region found itself in a complete blackout. The authorities deployed dozens of "points of invincibility," the police intensified patrols, and critical infrastructure switched to generators, which caused interruptions in water supply and low voltage in the network.
On Thursday, October 23, a warming up to +11+16°C is expected in Ukraine, in the north-east up to +7+9°C. Light rains are possible only at night and in the morning in Kyiv, Poltava, Chernihiv and Sumy regions.
Two Ukrainians were detained in Poland for drug possession, but one of them was found to have evidence of possible cooperation with Russian intelligence. He was transmitting photos and coordinates of military facilities to a Russian-speaking person.
A selection of five casserole recipes that are quick to prepare and have a bright taste is presented. Among them: cabbage with sausages, vegetable with broccoli, chicken with mushrooms, pasta and eggplant casseroles.
On October 22, shots were fired and a fire broke out near the Serbian parliament building in Belgrade. Police detained a suspect; there were no casualties.
In Uganda, 46 people died in a head-on collision between two buses between Kampala and Gulu. Police believe the accident occurred while overtaking another vehicle.
The Louvre has reopened three days after the theft of Napoleon's jewels worth almost 100 million euros. The museum director has been summoned to the Senate for questioning regarding security.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is on a visit to Sweden. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson welcomed him, emphasizing the importance of a strong Ukraine for Sweden.
Scorpio, the 8th sign of the zodiac (October 23 – November 22), is characterized by mystery, a thirst for struggle, and intuition. It is passionate in love and an uncompromising strategist at work.
Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy, first performed in 1995, is now used in over 90% of cases of kidney retrieval from living donors. This method has become the gold standard due to minimal invasiveness, rapid recovery, and low risk of complications.
Grace Wales Bonner will head Hermès' men's line, replacing Véronique Nichanian, who worked for 37 years. Her first collection for the brand will be released in January 2027.
