Two new military bonds named after Avdiivka and Debaltseve have been added to the Diia app. The bonds have yields of 15.6% and 16.5%, respectively, with maturity dates in 2026 and 2027.
From January 1, 2025, the functions of the MSEC will be transferred to cluster and supercluster hospitals. These hospitals have a minimum of 20 areas of medical care and are equipped with appropriate equipment.
Health Minister Viktor Lyashko has announced changes to the reform of medical and social expertise. The heads and members of the MSEC will be obliged to declare their assets, and the central MSEC will be liquidated by the end of the week.
Health Minister Viktor Lyashko said that by the end of the week a decree would be adopted to liquidate the centralized MSEK. Preparations included strengthening the material and technical base of the institute in Dnipro.
The State Border Guard Service does not rule out possible changes to the border crossing procedure for men with disabilities. The decision is being considered in cooperation with the National Security and Defense Council and other bodies after the discovery of abuses with disability registration.
Health Minister Viktor Lyashko announced the complete elimination of the MSECs from January 1, 2025. The system will switch to assessing a person's functioning and identifying their needs instead of medical and social expertise.
Bolt and Uklon note the growing number of female taxi drivers in Ukraine. The main reasons are job loss, relocation, and men being mobilized due to the war.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 3313 UAH/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by 5 kopecks. The euro exchange rate was set at 44.70 UAH/euro.
Former producer Harvey Weinstein, who is serving a sentence for rape, is suffering from chronic myeloid leukemia. He is undergoing treatment at Rikers Island Prison in New York.
Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko announced the launch of a grant program for young people. Six applications have already been received, and the number of business projects is expected to grow, as the program is aimed at retaining young people in Ukraine.
The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 2833 UAH/USD, devaluing it by 5 kopecks. The dollar and euro also rose in price in banks and exchange offices, with the interbank exchange rate at UAH 41.34-41.36 per dollar.
In Donetsk, kindergartens are open only 4 hours a day due to a lack of water and heating. Residents protest, but the occupation authorities do not solve the problem of water supply, and utility debts are growing.
A 60-year-old university employee suddenly died near the first student dormitory of Ternopil National University in Ternopil. The cause of death is being investigated, and doctors tried to save the man, but to no avail.
The price of bitcoin hit a 3-month high of $69,000 as speculation about Trump's possible victory in the 2024 election intensified. Expectations of his victory have pushed traders to bet on more lenient regulation of cryptocurrencies in the United States.
The Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada announces that he expects new decisions on the supply of F-16s and other fighter jets. France promises to provide Ukraine with Mirage 2000 aircraft early in the new year and to train pilots.
The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 2308 UAH/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by 1 kopeck. The euro exchange rate to the hryvnia was set at 44.72 UAH/euro.
Street art artist BFMTH is wanted by the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs for “insulting the feelings of believers”. The reason was the graffiti “Old Orders” depicting Patriarch Kirill and other works by the artist.
The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine met with a group of American veteran generals. They discussed the global security situation and possible scenarios of the Russian-Ukrainian war.
UNN presents a selection of 7 films about love for fall viewing. From tender romantic stories to difficult life trials, everyone will find something for themselves in this selection.
Olga Stefanishyna believes that raids by the TCR in restaurants and after concerts are correct. She noted that this is in line with the demand for justice and the need to enforce the law.
Kyiv Metro reports that 4 women have been trained as electric train drivers. The company notes a shortage of personnel in technical professions and the lack of gender distribution in employment.
Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna says Ukraine will be invited to join NATO within the 1991 borders. The accession will take place after the end of the war.
Deputy Prime Minister Olga Stefanishyna said that the period from October to December is crucial for mobilizing support for Ukraine in NATO. After the US elections, the process of transition of power may complicate the receipt of aid.
The French Foreign Minister announced his support for Ukraine's Victory Plan. France is ready to provide assistance in the military and civilian spheres.
The French Foreign Minister announced the transfer of Mirage 2000 aircraft to Ukraine from the beginning of the new year. France will also train Ukrainian pilots and repair the aircraft.
The private residence of the Israeli Prime Minister in Caesarea was attacked by a drone from Lebanon. Netanyahu and his wife were not at home, no one was injured, and two other drones were shot down by air defense.
Meta fired more than 30 employees for using food vouchers to buy non-food items. Employees received food vouchers but bought toothpastes, toothbrushes, and wine glasses.
Minister Smetanin discussed cooperation in the defense industry with the Italian ambassador. The parties discussed projects in the areas of air defense, electronic warfare, armored vehicles and drones, as well as the possibility of financing the supply of military products.
In September, China's exports to Russia reached a record $11. 25 billion, up 16.6%. At the same time, imports from Russia fell by 9.2% due to sanctions that made international payments more difficult for Moscow.
The Regional Assembly of the Azores has approved the creation of a marine protected area of 300 thousand km². Half of the territory will be fully protected, while the other half will be allowed for selective fishing.
