The new "most powerful" Vera C. Rubin telescope, located in Chile, has released its first images, demonstrating an unprecedented ability to explore space. This telescope can unravel the mysteries of asteroids, dark matter, and the ninth planet of the Solar System.
The death toll from the night attack by the Russian Federation on Kyiv has risen to 6 people. This was reported by the State Emergency Service on Monday.
Oil prices surged after US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, fueling fears of fuel supply disruptions. Experts predict further price increases if the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane, is closed.
Europe has been hit by its first summer heatwave, causing temperatures of up to 40°C in some regions and prompting emergency measures. The Netherlands is canceling events, and Germany is preparing for thunderstorms that will bring down temperatures.
In Odesa, a man was detained and notified of suspicion for the murder of seven-year-old Solomiya Tarasiuk, whose body was found with signs of violent death. The court remanded him in custody without the right to bail; the man faces life imprisonment for the crime.
The sunken superyacht of British magnate Mike Lynch has been raised ten months after it sank off the coast of Sicily, resulting in the deaths of seven people. The vessel will be transported to port for further investigation into the cause of the disaster, which occurred during a storm.
Ukraine plans to sign agreements on technology export this summer, opening production lines in Europe. These enterprises will produce weapons, including drones, missiles, and artillery, for Ukraine and partner countries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that there are 695,000 Russian military personnel on the territory of Ukraine. In the Sumy direction, the enemy advanced 200 meters, but the Armed Forces of Ukraine pushed them back 200-400 meters.
Giorgio Armani will miss shows at Milan Fashion Week for the first time in over five decades of his career. The 90-year-old designer is recovering at home after a hospital stay but continues to work on collections remotely.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that among the bodies of servicemen handed over by Russia, 20 were found to be "Russians", some of whom had Russian passports. He noted that Ukraine does not want to return "Russians" merely for the sake of numbers.
US President's Special Representative for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, met with Alexander Lukashenka in Minsk. International and regional issues, as well as Belarusian-American relations, were discussed.
Russian troops attacked 4 settlements in Donetsk Oblast, including Kramatorsk, wounding at least 7 people. Damage to private homes and cars was recorded.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Istanbul to participate in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation meeting, which will discuss Tehran's conflict with Israel. Earlier, Araqchi stated that Iran would not resume nuclear negotiations until Israel's "aggression" ceases.
On June 21, 2025, President of Ukraine Zelenskyy signed Decree No. 416/2025. By this decree, Ruslan Kravchenko was appointed Prosecutor General.
Pakistan's government has nominated Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for his "crucial leadership" in de-escalating the conflict between India and Pakistan. However, India denies US mediation, claiming the ceasefire was achieved through direct talks.
As a result of the night attack by the Russian Federation on the Poltava region in the Kremenchuk district, direct hits and falling debris on energy infrastructure were recorded. One person received injuries of moderate severity.
The Israeli Air Force struck dozens of targets in Iran, including a nuclear facility in Isfahan, four prepared missile launchers, and military facilities. Approximately 50 fighter jets were involved, dropping 150 munitions, causing significant damage to Iranian production capability.
During the night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 280 aerial assault means: 272 drones, 2 "Kinzhal" missiles, 4 "Kalibr" missiles, 2 "Iskander-K" missiles. Air defense neutralized 260 targets. The main strike was directed at Kremenchuk, where hits were recorded.
Suga of K-pop group BTS has completed his mandatory military service in South Korea, becoming the last member of the group to be discharged. His official discharge date is June 21, and he will join other members of the group who plan to return to the stage in 2026.
Heavy fighting continues in the Novopavlivka direction. The enemy is concentrating offensive efforts in the areas of Vilne Pole, Bahatyr, Komar, Shevchenkove, and Zaporizhzhia, Donetsk Oblast.
The Russian army shelled the Central district of Kherson, damaging apartment buildings. An 85-year-old woman sustained blast and craniocerebral injuries, contusion, and a leg wound.
The "Minefield Honey" project by Saatchi&Saatchi Ukraine won gold at the Cannes Lions 2025 festival. This award was the first in Ukraine's history at this prestigious international creativity festival.
US film industry revenues reached $3. 7 billion in the first half of 2025, a 23% increase from last year. Disney Studios leads with $1.1 billion, while Warner Bros. is actively catching up.
Local laws targeting plastic bags lead to significant reductions in litter. Research shows that full bans and fees are more effective than partial ones, especially along lakes.
Scientists have discovered a new way to find prime numbers using number partition theory. This revolutionary discovery could change the approach to studying prime numbers.
A new study by scientists from Cambridge University suggests that placental sex hormones during pregnancy may have influenced human brain development. These hormones affect brain development and may explain large social groups in humans.
The price of Brent crude oil could potentially rise to $90 per barrel if the Strait of Hormuz is blocked, but a prolonged halt to shipping is unlikely, according to Citigroup Inc. analysts. This closure would affect daily global oil production and cause a sharp jump in prices.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials met with Trump administration officials. The meeting took place amid US deliberations on possibly joining strikes on Iran.
Naftogaz Group is intensifying seismic exploration in western Ukraine, planning 3D studies over 230 km² to identify new gas fields. These studies are crucial for the country's energy security amidst a full-scale war and shelling of critical infrastructure. The company expects to begin drilling new wells in 2026-2027.
Since the beginning of the day, 91 battles have taken place at the front. About two-thirds of the combat engagements were recorded in the Pokrovsk, North-Slobozhansky, Kursk, and Lyman directions. The Defense Forces of Ukraine are holding back the advance of the Russian occupiers, repelling their attacks.
