NEC "Ukrenergo" has expanded the hourly power outage schedules from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM due to the difficult situation in the energy system. The restrictions will apply to both household and industrial consumers.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has approved criteria for classifying defense industry, aircraft manufacturing, and space industry enterprises as critically important for the economy. This will allow up to 100% of conscripted employees to be reserved for those who meet certain conditions.
Serhiy K. , a 49-year-old Ukrainian suspected in the Nord Stream sabotage case, has been refusing food since October 31. He is protesting against the conditions of detention in a high-security prison in Italy and demanding respect for his rights.
In Ukraine, hourly power outage schedules are applied from 8:00 to 11:00 and from 15:00 to 22:00. Electricity consumption is increasing, so Ukrainians are asked not to turn on powerful appliances simultaneously from 15:00 to 22:00.
Tesla sales are declining in Europe and the US, despite Elon Musk's attempts to secure the largest corporate payout in history. Europe saw a significant drop in registrations in October, while growth in the US is linked to the expiration of tax credits.
Diane Ladd, a three-time Academy Award nominee, has died at the age of 89 at her home in Ojai, California. Her daughter, Laura Dern, announced the death without specifying a cause.
As a result of a Russian UAV attack on November 4, around 4:00 AM, six people were injured in the Kharkiv region. Private houses, an infrastructure facility, and a fire station were damaged.
On the night of November 4, the enemy attacked Ukraine with missiles and 130 UAVs. Defense forces neutralized 92 drones, hits were recorded at 14 locations.
In October 2025, 38% of the Ukrainian new passenger car market was formed by the ten most popular models, all of which were SUVs. The ranking was topped by the VOLKSWAGEN ID.Unyx electric car, with sales of 441 units.
On the night of November 4, the Odesa region suffered two waves of drone strikes. Hits on civilian port and energy infrastructure were recorded, leading to fires and damage.
British actor Jonathan Bailey has been named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive 2025, an announcement made on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. " Bailey, known for his role in "Bridgerton," as Daily Mail writes, is the first openly gay man to receive this award.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine continues the operation in Pokrovsk, fierce battles are ongoing. Special forces are working to eliminate enemy attempts to expand fire influence on logistics.
Brent and WTI crude futures fell 0. 2% after OPEC+ agreed to a modest production increase in December and a halt to growth in the first quarter of next year. Investors interpreted this decision as a signal of oversupply in the market.
Over the past day, 163 combat engagements took place on the front, 55 of which were in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched 5 missile and 75 air strikes, using 6,411 kamikaze drones.
All Polish border crossing points bordering Ukraine within the Lviv region operate under the EES system. The exception remains "Dołhobyczów-Uhryniv", which will start operating on November 4.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 83 combat engagements since the beginning of the day. The largest number of battles – 32 – was recorded in the Pokrovsk direction, and 11 each in the Kupyansk and Oleksandrivka directions.
The European Commission confirmed the commitments made at the EU summit to meet Ukraine's financial needs in 2026 and 2027, continuing work, including on a "reparations loan. " The issue will be discussed again at the European Council in December, after the Belgian Prime Minister blocked the use of frozen Russian assets at the October summit.
On November 4, a "EU enlargement summit" will be held in Brussels with the participation of leaders of candidate countries, including Ukraine. The future of European integration will be discussed live at the event.
Piotr M. , known as "Nazar", has been charged with six offenses, including incitement to violence and hatred. He is also suspected of driving under the influence of drugs and violating the ban on promoting symbols of Russian aggression.
The President of Ukraine approved the maximum number of employees of the NSDC Apparatus at 252 staff units, canceling the previous decree on 237 units. The new decree also approves the structure of the NSDC Apparatus.
In Nova Odesa on November 2, a police officer died when, off duty, he collided in his own Daewoo Lanos with a stationary Toyota Hilux. The Toyota Hilux had previously been involved in another road accident. The circumstances of the tragedy are being investigated by the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI).
The European Commission will publish its annual report on candidate countries for EU membership on November 4. Ukraine, Moldova, Montenegro, and Albania, according to media reports, received mostly positive assessments.
French cyclist Charles Coste, the oldest Olympic champion, has died at the age of 101. He was an Olympic champion in the team pursuit and a torchbearer at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
The Netherlands will return a stolen 3,500-year-old stone head, dating back to the pharaonic era, to Egypt. The sculpture was discovered at a fair after being stolen during the Arab Spring.
The bodies of two men, aged 41 and 36, from Vinnytsia region were found in the mountains of Zakarpattia. They were discovered near Lake Brebeneskul and then transported to the Rakhiv morgue.
Britney Spears has likely deleted her Instagram account, which had been active for 12 years. This happened after her responses to ex-husband Kevin Federline's memoir, where he accused her of drug and alcohol abuse.
Finnish President Alexander Stubb suggested that Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin could meet at the G20 summit at the end of November. He believes that the peace plan for Ukraine should move to concrete actions.
Starting November 3, 2025, the implementation of the digital Entry/Exit System for the Schengen Area may slow down traffic at the Yagodyn-Dorohusk and Ustyluh-Zosin checkpoints. Travelers will need to undergo initial registration, including passport scanning and biometric data collection.
President Zelenskyy signed Law No. 4630-IX, which regulates labor relations during martial law. The document provides for the reservation of defense industry workers, even if there are problems with military registration, sets a maximum probationary period of 45 days for such enterprises, and allows the employer to dismiss employees for failure to eliminate violations of military registration.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to the Saratov oil refinery on the night of November 3, 2025, which caused a fire. A warehouse of material and technical means in Rozkishne and rolling stock of fuel and lubricants in Dovzhansk, Luhansk region, were also hit.
