In Germany, 24,000 cases of pertussis have been reported - the most since 2013. Poland and the province of Quebec have also seen a sharp increase in cases in early 2024.
Russian occupants carried out four drone attacks in Kharkiv, hitting Shevchenkivskyi, Kyivskyi and Kholodnohirskyi districts. Damage to cars, windows, and a building facade was recorded, with no casualties.
Storm Eowyn, with wind gusts of up to 183 km/h, left about a million properties in Ireland and Britain without power. The storm claimed at least two lives, damaged infrastructure, and caused widespread disruption to transportation.
Sony is planning to release a new model of WH-1000XM6 headphones, as evidenced by an FCC filing. The new version will have a redesign, removable ear cushions, and an updated hinge.
In an interview with a Russian state media outlet, the Russian president spoke about his business and trusting relationship with Donald Trump. Putin also characterized these relations as pragmatic.
Novak Djokovic withdrew from the Australian Open due to a hip injury after the first set of his match with Zverev. At a press conference, the Serb suggested that it could be his last appearance at the tournament.
Tesla has announced the start of deliveries of the updated Model Y Juniper in the US, Canada, and Europe starting in March. The car has a new design, an 8-inch screen for rear passengers and an improved autopilot system.
About 1000 great white sharks have disappeared from the bay near the town of Gansbaai in South Africa due to killer whale attacks. Researchers have found that after killer whale attacks in 2017 and 2021, sharks left their traditional habitats en masse.
In the village of Kozak, Rivne district, two children born in 2014 and 2021 died in a fire in a residential building. Their mother and a relative were hospitalized with carbon monoxide poisoning.
Elon Musk announced the start of beta testing of Starlink's direct connection to smartphones on January 27, 2025. The new technology will allow receiving satellite internet directly to mobile phones.
The General Staff reported that there will be no demobilization at this time, but the issue of rotation of military personnel is being considered. The issue requires additional regulatory changes and consideration of defense needs.
The police exposed a criminal group that embezzled UAH 2. 2 million on the repair of a lyceum and school shelters in Kyiv. The scheme included overpricing materials and falsifying accounting documents.
Peskov said that Putin was ready to contact US President Donald Trump. Earlier, Trump called on Putin to end the war in Ukraine and announced a possible meeting.
The SBU and the Special Forces conducted a successful operation to destroy the Ryazan Oil Refinery, one of the largest in Russia. The attack damaged the tanks and the hydrotreatment shop, and also hit the Ryazan CHP plant.
The White House announced the detention of 538 illegal immigrants, including a terrorist suspect. Among the detainees are members of the Tren de Aragua gang and people convicted of crimes against minors.
Olga Kuryshko has been appointed the new Permanent Representative of the President of Ukraine in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea. The relevant decree was published on the website of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The SBI detained a lawyer who helped avoid conscription and go abroad for a bribe. Military documents of three conscripts with the seals of the TCC were found in his car.
Czechs' interest in the situation in Ukraine has decreased by 14% to 43% of the population. At the same time, 73% of citizens support diplomatic pressure on Russia, and 42% approve of military assistance to Ukraine.
Axel Rudacubana, 18, was sentenced to 52 years in prison for the murder of three girls aged 6-9 in Southport. The violent criminal was also found guilty of manufacturing ricin and possessing an al-Qaeda manual.
On the Alley of Glory in the Tereshkivska community, an unknown person cut down a poster depicting a fallen Ukrainian defender. The police opened a criminal investigation under the article “hooliganism” and are looking for those involved.
The US State Department issued a memorandum banning the display of any flags other than the American flag in consular offices. This cancels the previous practice of displaying LGBTQ+ and Black Lives Matter flags.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine refutes a widespread myth about the possibility of escaping from a blast wave. Experts explain the correct actions to take in case of an explosion threat and recommend seeking shelter instead of trying to escape.
The American Film Academy has announced the full list of nominees for the 2025 Oscars. The film Emilia Perez received 13 nominations, followed by The Brutalist and Wicked: The Conjuring with 10 nominations each.
A Ukrainian purchased forged documents for three non-existent children for 6 thousand euros to travel abroad. Border guards exposed the attempted fraud because the documents did not match the established samples.
Celebrity Cruises has announced the sixth Edge class cruise ship, which will run on methanol for the first time. The 330-meter-long vessel with a capacity of 3,248 passengers will join the fleet in 2028.
The Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces inspected the 155th Mechanized Brigade and noted its progress in acquiring combat capabilities. Syrskyi thanked France for its assistance in creating the brigade and decided to strengthen the units.
The legendary British actress Judi Dench shared that due to her progressive vision loss, she needs constant support. Due to retinal disease, she has to learn her roles by ear with the help of friends.
Sean Curran, who defended Trump during the assassination attempt in July, will lead the US Secret Service. Curran has been with the service since 2001 and was part of Trump's security team during his first presidential term.
A video of Russian soldiers shooting six unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war was posted online. Ombudsman Lubinets called on the UN and the ICRC to respond to another war crime.
The Times: the US administration is considering a demand to lower the conscription age in Ukraine to 18 in exchange for new arms supplies. The plan also envisages tougher sanctions against Russia.
