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Alona Utkina

She graduated from Odesa National University named after I.I. Mechnikov in 2012 with a degree in Psychology. For some time, she worked in her specialty at the Ministry of Internal Affairs Institute, after which she decided to change her field of work to something she enjoyed more and got her first job as a journalist at an Odesa regional newspaper in 2016. After that, she worked in the city's news agencies. In 2020, she moved to Kyiv, where she worked on the television social project "Speak Ukraine" and collaborated with news Telegram channels, including "Trukha." She specializes mainly in socio-economic issues, culture, medicine, and psychology.

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A record amount of precipitation was recorded in Kyiv on the first day of April

A record amount of precipitation was recorded in Kyiv on April 1 – 18. 1 mm, which is 3.5 mm more than the record of 1891. 43% of the monthly norm fell during the day.

Society • April 2, 12:24 PM • 22109 views

Zelenskyy paid a visit to Dnipro

The President of Ukraine visited a medical facility in Dnipro, where wounded soldiers are being treated. He awarded them state awards for courage and thanked them for their service.

War • April 2, 10:58 AM • 24034 views

Snow returns to Ukraine: disappointing weather forecast for the weekend

From April 5, a cold snap will begin in Ukraine, and on April 6, snow is likely in many regions. The cold weather will last all next week, there will be strong winds.

Society • April 2, 09:30 AM • 20609 views

Rain, wind and +18 degrees: the weather in Ukraine will surprise again tomorrow

Tomorrow, Ukraine is expected to warm up to +18 degrees, but it will rain in some regions. Weathermen warn of strong winds in the central regions and advise to use the coming days due to the upcoming cold snap.

Society • April 2, 08:37 AM • 22297 views

Employee reservations: what are the updated criteria for enterprises

Reservations under the old rules are not valid from April 1. The government has updated the criteria for reserving employees of critically important enterprises, including energy, defense industry and others.

Society • April 2, 08:29 AM • 24476 views

Bitcoin is stable, but other cryptocurrencies are falling due to Trump's tariffs

Bitcoin has stabilized amid expectations of new tariffs from Trump, but most other cryptocurrencies, such as XRP, Solana, Cardano, and Polygon, have lost value.

News of the World • April 2, 07:50 AM • 8045 views

Forbes announced the ranking of the richest people in the world in 2025: Elon Musk topped the list, surpassing Mark Zuckerberg

Forbes published the ranking of billionaires for 2025. Elon Musk topped the list with $342 billion, ahead of Zuckerberg and Bezos, becoming the richest person in the world.

News of the World • April 1, 04:16 PM • 32792 views

Six Ukrainians make it into Forbes' ranking of the world's richest people: names

In 2025, Forbes counted six Ukrainian billionaire businessmen. Rinat Akhmetov became the wealthiest with a fortune of $7.9 billion, and Petro Poroshenko returned to the list.

Economy • April 1, 03:11 PM • 54220 views

"Why should I leave?" Ukrainian woman does not want to leave the house she inherited from a London collector

Richard Joy bequeathed the house to Ukrainian waitress Maria. The British man's family won the case, but the Ukrainian woman does not want to leave, claiming that it was the last will of the deceased.

News of the World • April 1, 02:19 PM • 21607 views

An energy facility was shelled in Kyiv: police are investigating the incident

One of the energy facilities of "Kyivteploenergo" was shelled in the Golosiivskyi district, the premises were damaged. A criminal proceeding has been opened, there is no threat to energy supply.

Kyiv • April 1, 01:06 PM • 30924 views

Meghan Markle promotes her jams by posting "behind the scenes" photos

The Duchess of Sussex has announced the launch of her own product brand "As Ever", which will include jams, honey and pancake mixes. She shared photos from the shooting of the new collection.

News of the World • April 1, 01:05 PM • 165358 views

India: 18 dead and 5 injured in powerful explosion at firecracker factory

A powerful explosion occurred at a firecracker factory in India, resulting in numerous casualties. The authorities will provide financial assistance to the victims and families of the deceased.

News of the World • April 1, 11:52 AM • 9983 views

The EU credit bank will allocate €100 million to Ukraine for the reconstruction of water pipes and sewage systems

Ukraine and the EIB have agreed on financing of €100 million for the restoration of critical infrastructure, including water pipes and sewage systems. The total portfolio of EIB projects in Ukraine amounts to €4.3 billion.

Society • April 1, 11:45 AM • 17960 views

Stand-up comedian Alla Volkova gave birth to her first child: first photo

Ukrainian stand-up comedian Alla Volkova gave birth to her first child. The humorist shared a touching photo from the maternity hospital, but the gender and name of the child are still unknown.

Society • April 1, 11:05 AM • 188387 views

Pablo Escobar's partner was arrested again in Colombia, but quickly released after 3 days

Carlos Lehder, Pablo Escobar's criminal partner, was arrested in Colombia on charges of drug and arms trafficking, but was released three days later. The court ruled that the sentence had expired.

News of the World • April 1, 10:13 AM • 11670 views

Venezuela to get its first female saint after Pope Francis approves

Pope Francis recognized the miracle of Blessed Maria Carmen Rendiles, paving the way for her canonization. She miraculously healed a woman from hydrocephalus, which became the basis for the recognition of the miracle.

News of the World • April 1, 09:59 AM • 10946 views

There is no formed group of enemy troops on the territory of Belarus, in the direction of our border - Demchenko

Russian DRGs are trying to break through the border of the Sumy region, their tactics have changed. There is no formed group on the territory of Belarus, in the direction of our border, Demchenko said.

War • April 1, 09:42 AM • 16444 views

US risks losing the dollar's economic advantage due to bitcoin - BlackRock

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned that the U. S. could lose its dollar advantage to Bitcoin if it doesn't control national debt. Tokenized funds will be as popular as ETFs.

Economy • April 1, 07:00 AM • 30516 views

"Silence season" starts in Ukraine's forests: what is prohibited

From April 1 to June 15, a "silence season" will be in effect in Ukraine to protect animals during the breeding season. It is forbidden to make noise, cut down trees, light fires, and do anything else that disturbs animals.

Society • April 1, 04:00 AM • 17405 views

April Fools' Day and Apple Company Day: what else is celebrated on April 1

On April 1, the world celebrates April Fools' Day, the ecological holiday of birds, and the anniversary of Apple. They also honor the memory of Mary of Egypt, who helps to obtain forgiveness from the Lord.

Society • April 1, 03:20 AM • 20719 views

Milk in Ukraine will become cheaper: what is the reason

Ukraine is expected to see a drop in milk prices due to outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease in Europe and the cancellation of EU benefits for Ukrainian exports. From April 1, the price may decrease by another 20-30 kopecks.

Economy • March 31, 04:53 PM • 35820 views

Putin signed a decree on the spring conscription: 160,000 Russians will be drafted into the Russian army

The Russian dictator signed a decree on the spring conscription of citizens aged 18 to 30. In 2025, it is planned to involve 160,000 Russians in the service.

War • March 31, 03:03 PM • 35604 views

As a result of an enemy strike on Kupyansk, a man and a woman were injured: the prosecutor's office has launched an investigation

Russian troops shelled a residential quarter of Kupyansk with MLRS, wounding a 63-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman. A pre-trial investigation of a war crime has been launched.

Society • March 31, 12:52 PM • 26443 views

In some places it will rain, and the thermometer will jump from +8 to +19: what weather awaits Ukrainians on April 1

On April 1, rain is expected in Ukraine in the north, west and Kharkiv region, and it will be dry in the south. Temperatures will range from +8 to +19 degrees, with a gradual cooling from April 5.

Society • March 31, 11:59 AM • 21854 views

In April, water in the Rivne region will be supplied with reduced pressure at certain hours: the reason

In April, Rivneoblvodokanal will supply water with reduced pressure during peak electricity tariff hours and at night. This is due to the difficult financial situation of the enterprise due to low tariffs.

Society • March 31, 10:23 AM • 32240 views

Two doctors will be tried for the death of a child during dental treatment in Ternopil

Two doctors in Ternopil will be tried for improper performance of duties, which led to the death of a child during dental treatment. The boy died in intensive care after a dental operation.

Health • March 31, 09:04 AM • 19771 views

Scanners for inspecting railway containers will be installed in Ukraine at the border: what is known

The first scanning systems for inspecting railway wagons at the border with Poland will appear in Ukraine by the end of 2025. This should speed up customs procedures and detect contraband.

Economy • March 31, 08:59 AM • 20508 views

In Kherson region, the occupiers are training on civilians with FPV drones, hunting children - Southern Defense Forces

In the island zone of Kherson region, Russians have set up a training center for FPV drone operators and use civilians, including children, for training, hunting them.

War • March 31, 08:00 AM • 20927 views

In Lithuania, the armored vehicle of missing American soldiers was pulled out of the swamp: details of the operation and investigation

The operation to remove the armored vehicle from the swamp, which lasted six days, has been completed in Pabradė. Investigators from the USA and the military police of Lithuania are working at the scene, and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.

War • March 31, 06:45 AM • 23048 views

"Snow White" failed at the box office on the weekend, and "A Working Man" with Statham is leading

"Snow White"'s box office receipts fell sharply, and the action movie "A Working Man" grossed $15. 2 million in its opening weekend. The top films also include movies about Jesus, horror, and animation.

News of the World • March 31, 06:27 AM • 227776 views

“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

Construction of the metro to Vynohradar: the developer responded whether the pipe breakthrough will affect the pace

World Football Day: victories and defeats of the Ukrainian national team in a year

The first hundred days of Trump's presidency: what they were remembered for and what to expect in the future

Behind the guise of science - the interests of a pharmaceutical giant: how the Academy of Legal Sciences covered up the pressure on the pharmacy business

Magnetic storms in May: dates and intensity of geomagnetic fluctuations

Trump suggested that Putin could bring the situation to the point where US President takes Ukraine's side

In Donetsk region, the enemy struck 5 cities and villages in the morning, 5 dead in a day, a child among the wounded

Tesla promises first Semi electric trucks from the assembly line in the USA by the end of the year

Sumy region: 87 Russian strikes in 24 hours, man killed by direct hit from FPV drone

Kyiv residents will receive compensation for rent of housing damaged by the April 24 attack - KCSA

World Football Day: victories and defeats of the Ukrainian national team in a year

The first hundred days of Trump's presidency: what they were remembered for and what to expect in the future

Behind the guise of science - the interests of a pharmaceutical giant: how the Academy of Legal Sciences covered up the pressure on the pharmacy businessExclusive

Magnetic storms in May: dates and intensity of geomagnetic fluctuations

Does fighting corruption cost Ukraine more than corruption itself? Figures and cases from the NABU report

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