Kyiv was hit by a powerful storm with heavy rain and strong winds, which knocked down a construction crane on Hlybochytska Street and caused flooding in the streets. The bad weather will rage for at least another day, a yellow level of danger has been declared.
The Shalimov Center team presented a unique case of simultaneous intervention on coronary and peripheral arteries at an international congress in Athens. This operation, performed by two teams, received high praise from the international medical community.
Paramount has reached an agreement with "South Park" writers Trey Parker and Matt Stone to acquire global streaming rights to the series for $1. 5 billion. This will allow the cartoon to move to the Paramount+ platform, ending its broadcast on HBO Max.
75 people, including 9 children, continue to receive treatment at the Lviv Regional Infectious Clinical Hospital due to an outbreak of salmonellosis. Salmonella enteritidis has been isolated in 6 patients, and investigations are ongoing.
The 2025 Venice Film Festival will take place from August 27 to September 9, presenting new works by famous directors and actors. Among the premieres are Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein", Yorgos Lanthimos' "Bugonia" and Paolo Sorrentino's "Grace", as well as Netflix films.
The Kremlin stated the need for thorough preparation for a possible meeting between the presidents of Russia and Ukraine. Dmitry Peskov noted that it is too early to talk about high-level negotiations, but there is hope for a third round of talks this week.
In northern Pakistan's Diamer district, three people died and more than 15 went missing due to monsoon rains. The disaster destroyed dozens of homes, infrastructure facilities, and blocked key highways.
July 22 marks Mango Day, World Brain Day, Pi Approximation Day, Summer Rest Day, Hammock Day, and the Day of Saint Mary Magdalene Equal to the Apostles. On this day in 2014, Sievierodonetsk was liberated from pro-Russian militants.
President Zelenskyy announced the intensification of sanctions pressure on Russia and the synchronization of existing sanctions regimes. Diplomats are working to attract funding for defense needs, and a prisoner exchange and a meeting with Russian representatives in Turkey are also being prepared.
President Zelenskyy instructed to maximize the contracting of all types of drones, including interceptor drones, to protect cities and positions at the front. The government is working on new equipment supplies for effective defense.
The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine filed a lawsuit with the High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) to recover the assets of Volodymyr Oliynyk, accused of assisting the occupation regime in the Kyiv region. Seven real estate objects, a vessel, and a share in a limited liability company are claimed for recovery.
Ukrainian model Maria Kovalchuk claims she was beaten in Dubai by the sons of a Donetsk businessman and Russian socialites after consuming alcohol and drugs. She sustained injuries indicative of a severe beating or a fall from a height, and is currently undergoing rehabilitation in Norway.
Certified nutritionist Anastasia Tarador explains that berries can be consumed almost without restrictions, while fruits are better consumed in moderation, preferring whole fruits. She emphasizes the importance of individual perception of fructose and advises avoiding fruit juices due to the lack of fiber.
On July 22, the Earth will rotate 1. 34 milliseconds faster, making it the second shortest day in recorded history. This is part of a mysterious trend of accelerating planetary rotation, which could lead to a second being subtracted from atomic clocks in 2029.
An international team of scientists has developed a polygenic risk score (PGS) that allows predicting the risk of developing obesity in adulthood as early as in early childhood. This test, based on data from over five million people, can help identify children with an increased genetic risk for the application of preventive strategies.
Press Secretary of the President of the Russian Federation, Dmitry Peskov, stated that he does not rule out the possibility of a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump in Beijing, although Trump's visit to China has not been officially confirmed. Putin is preparing for a trip to Beijing, which is on his schedule.
The band Coldplay has started warning fans about possible appearances on the big screen after a camera accidentally captured an affair between top executives. This led to a major scandal and the resignation of Astronomer IT company CEO Andy Byron, who was married.
19-year-old Shiloh Jolie and dancer Keoni Rose, who are reportedly living together, were photographed by paparazzi passionately embracing in a car in Studio City, California. An insider confirmed that the couple has been temporarily living together for the past few weeks.
July 20 marks International Moon Day in honor of the Apollo 11 landing in 1969, and Metallurgist's Day, a professional holiday for workers in the metallurgical and mining industries. Also on this day, International Cake Day, World Jump Day, International Chess Day, and St. Elijah the Prophet's Day are celebrated.
A large-scale anti-corruption investigation is underway in Milan, involving over 70 individuals, including Mayor Giuseppe Sala and leading developers. Suspicions of non-transparent schemes could shake investor confidence in the Milan real estate market.
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been ordered to wear an electronic bracelet, observe a curfew, and banned from social media due to fears of flight amid an investigation into an attempted coup. He is also prohibited from communicating with his son and foreign diplomats.
Oleksandr Usyk will have a rematch against Daniel Dubois for the undisputed championship title. Before the fight, Nadia Dorofeeva will perform the Ukrainian anthem in support of the Ukrainian athlete.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees on the posthumous awarding of the title of Hero of Ukraine to Junior Sergeant Vitaliy Karvatskyi and Soldier Oleh Yarovyi. The servicemen were awarded the "Golden Star" order for exceptional courage and heroism.
In Devon, UK, the Saturday school "Berehynia" has opened for Ukrainian refugee children aged 6-12. The institution helps children learn the language, culture, and adapt to the local educational system.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree awarding the Order of Liberty to Tyhran Ohannisyan and Mykyta Khanganov. They were killed by Russian occupiers on June 24, 2023, in temporarily occupied Berdiansk.
In the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, a 27-year-old man stabbed a 28-year-old shopping mall visitor during a conflict. The victim was hospitalized in serious condition, and a pre-trial investigation has been launched into the attempted intentional murder.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Poland has refuted the distortion of Ambassador Vasyl Bodnar's speech at the ceremony commemorating the victims of the Volyn tragedy. The video circulating on social media is fake and taken out of context.
Simferopol's water bodies are in a critical state, the Salgir riverbed has completely dried up from the reservoir to the city center. The reason for this is the transfer of the Simferopol reservoir to accumulation mode.
On July 19, Oleksandr Usyk will have a rematch with Daniel Dubois, where bookmakers consider the Ukrainian a clear favorite with odds of 1. 33. Usyk holds the WBC, WBA, WBO titles, while Dubois holds the IBF, making the stakes high.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine released a radio interception where the commander of the 155th Marine Infantry Brigade orders the execution of a wounded subordinate. The threat of execution is a common motivational practice in the aggressor's army.
