Russian leader Vladimir Putin initiated a conversation with Donald Trump, stating that "Tomahawks" will not change the situation on the battlefield, but can spoil relations between the US and Russia. Trump proposed Budapest as a meeting place to discuss peace in Ukraine.
In Turkey, the famous theater and television actor Arif Erkin Güzelbeyoğlu died at the age of 90. Ukrainian viewers remembered him for his role as Piri Mehmed Pasha in the series "Magnificent Century".
Acting Head of the State Tax Service, Lesia Karnaukh, stated that legislative initiatives to increase VAT, personal income tax, and corporate income tax are not currently being considered. This is a positive signal for businesses, although the issue of shadow economy remains open.
Prosecutor General of Ukraine Ruslan Kravchenko proposes amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code so that decisions on cases in the field of entrepreneurship are made exclusively by the heads of prosecutor's offices. This is intended to protect businesses from abuse and the "automatic" registration of criminal proceedings, which currently obliges law enforcement officers to open cases even in the absence of a crime.
Vitaliy Hryshchenko, deputy director of the Kaniv Nature Reserve, urged not to rush to rescue storks that have stayed for the winter, as they may be healthy. Help is only needed for injured birds, but it is important to know how to provide it correctly.
October 16 marks World Cat Day, which calls for humane treatment of animals, and World Anesthesiologists Day, dedicated to specialists who provide pain-free medical procedures. Also on this day, World Healthy Food Day is celebrated, which draws attention to the fight against hunger, and Boss's Day.
The 26-year-old Belarusian singer went to Thailand, where she fell into a fraudulent center, and then she was taken to Myanmar. The family was informed that the girl was sold for organs and her body was cremated.
Pentagon chief Pete Heggset's plane made an unscheduled landing in the UK due to a crack in the windshield. The incident occurred while returning from a NATO defense ministers' meeting to the US.
Ukraine, together with nine Scandinavian and Baltic countries, is launching an initiative to train and equip Ukrainian military personnel. The program provides for the training of units, the supply of weapons, and the strengthening of defense cooperation.
On the Kyiv-Irpin highway, a Lexus car hit a moose. The driver died on the spot, the passenger was hospitalized in serious condition.
Subaru unveiled two new STI-branded concept cars: the electric Performance-E fastback and the gasoline Performance-B, which resembles the WRX sports hatchback. Both models will be officially shown on October 29 at an exhibition in Japan.
45-year-old Channing Tatum and his 26-year-old beloved Inka Williams appeared at the premiere of the film "Roofman" in London. The couple attracted public attention with a tender kiss on the red carpet.
Chinese airlines oppose a US ban on flights over Russia, as it would make flights between China and the US longer, more expensive, and inconvenient for thousands of passengers. The American side claims that such flights give Chinese carriers an unfair economic advantage.
The United Kingdom has expanded its sanctions list, adding Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, as well as the Indian company Nayara Energy. All assets of the sanctioned companies will be frozen in the United Kingdom.
In autumn, forests abound with porcini mushrooms, aspen boletes, chanterelles, and honey mushrooms, but along with them, dangerous poisonous doubles also appear. It is important to know how to distinguish edible mushrooms from poisonous ones to avoid trouble during "quiet hunting."
World Breast Cancer Day is celebrated on October 15. Oncological surgeon Denys Karpegin spoke about the early symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this most common cancer among women.
On October 15, the Victoria's Secret fashion show 2025 will take place, where famous "angels" and new faces, including plus-size models, will walk the runway. The show will be available on Prime Video, Amazon Live, and the brand's official pages.
Law enforcement warns of a fraudulent scheme: criminals offer easy money, demand funds, and then disappear. Police advise checking vacancies and not disclosing bank card details.
American singer Michael Eugene Archer, known as D'Angelo, died at the age of 51 after a battle with cancer. His family called for recognition of the artist's contribution to neo-soul music.
In Kyiv, power went out in three districts, including the center and Lybidska. The subway switched to backup power due to a short-term voltage drop, but all stations are currently operating normally.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that starting in December, ChatGPT will allow erotic content for adult users after age verification. This became possible due to the introduction of new tools for recognizing sensitive situations.
Citizens gathered near Odesa City Hall, demanding the removal of Mayor Trukhanov and a change in management approaches. They are chanting slogans and holding placards, expressing their dissatisfaction.
A truck carrying Rosgvardiya (Russian National Guard) personnel overturned in Dagestan. Two people died, 11 were injured and hospitalized.
Monitoring revealed critical situations due to negligence of guardianship authorities: in Zhytomyr region, a child died from violence, in Zakarpattia, eight children were left without food, and in Kirovohrad region, an HIV-positive child was stopped receiving medication. Ombudsman Lubinets emphasized the indifference of local services.
Students of Lviv schools can now report bullying through a special button in their electronic diary. The messages are immediately received by the principal and the responsible person, who is present in every school.
On October 15, a large-scale meeting in the Ramstein format and the Ukraine-NATO Council with the participation of defense ministers are planned. The day's program includes statements, meetings, press conferences, and a meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense.
Oleksiy Nakonechny, known as "Artist," died in a fatal car accident, just 1 km short of reaching his military unit. He was returning from vacation, where he had visited his sick wife and three-month-old son.
US President Donald Trump and the leaders of Egypt and Turkey posed for a photo in front of a "PEACE 2025" sign after signing a peace agreement on Gaza. Trump announced the end of the war in Gaza and insisted on Hamas's adherence to the agreement.
US President Donald Trump signed a peace agreement for Gaza in Sharm el-Sheikh, calling it historic and one that would prevent World War III. The agreement was also signed by the leaders of Egypt and Turkey.
Global mortality is decreasing, but young people are dying more often from suicides, overdoses, and cardiovascular diseases. Most of these deaths could be avoided by controlling major risk factors.
