The first all-Ukrainian inclusive golf tournament for war veterans "Golf of Heroes: from the battlefield to the golf course" was held in Lviv region, dedicated to the Day of Defenders of Ukraine. 52 veterans from 12 regions and the capital took part in the competition, demonstrating the effectiveness of golf as a rehabilitation tool.
The European Commission approved on September 30 the acquisition of the fashion brand Versace by the Italian Prada Group for $1. 375 billion. The deal does not pose a threat to competition and will be closed in the autumn of 2025.
Two draft laws have been registered in the Verkhovna Rada on the exemption from customs duties and VAT for electricity generating equipment and other means for energy restoration. These measures are proposed for the period of martial law, but no longer than until January 1, 2027.
NABU's criminal proceedings are surprising, as they mostly concern inaccurate declarations by officials or the prosecution of intermediaries and businessmen, rather than serious crimes by top officials. Former Deputy Head of the SBI, Oleksandr Babikov, points to the lack of examples of top officials being held accountable for corrupt acts.
How to reduce medicine costs without harming your health? UNN has compiled simple rules that will help Ukrainians to form a more rational home first-aid kit and avoid unnecessary expenses.
From 2022 to 2025, France, Belgium, Spain, and the Netherlands purchased 34. 3 billion euros worth of liquefied natural gas from Russia, while Ukraine received 21.2 billion euros in aid from them. This Greenpeace study highlights that the reduction in pipeline supplies led to an increase in Russian LNG imports.
From September 23 to September 30, 2025, 154,000 civil servants left US federal agencies, marking the largest outflow of personnel in almost 80 years. This has led to problems in weather forecasting, food safety, healthcare, and space projects, particularly at NASA.
Payment giant Visa has launched a pilot program that will allow businesses to use stablecoins for international settlements, accelerating cross-border payments. This will solve the problems of frozen funds and high fees, integrating the technology into the existing infrastructure.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance, Tax and Customs Policy supported bill 14023. The document simplifies the processing of primary documents for the provision of services, canceling the customer's signature for cashless payments.
Pavlo Zhurylo, founder of Betking Foundation, organized a vibrant charity match in which 50 displaced children played against footballers of FC Oleksandriia at the Nika stadium.
Kyiv's Pechersk Court did not consider the appeal against the closure of the case against Oleksandr Zyma, director of the NBU's legal department, because investigators did not provide the case materials. The hearing was postponed until October 14.
On September 28, the final stage of the MHP Run4Victory series took place in Vinnytsia, bringing together 1050 participants.
Starting November 1, China's Qingdao port is implementing new rules for oil tankers, banning vessels over 31 years old and those with invalid certificates. These restrictions follow US sanctions against oil carrier Qingdao Port Haiye Dongjiakou Oil for transporting Iranian oil.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainian refugees brought 616 million euros to the Czech budget, while state subsidies amounted to 312 million euros. Currently, 169,000 Ukrainians with temporary protection status are working in the Czech Republic.
The court established the absence of debt obligations for ex-MP Hranovskyi.
The electrification of the 22 km long Chop-Uzhhorod Eurotrack is planned to be completed by July 2026. The EU has allocated 76 million euros for the construction of a new Eurotrack Lviv (Sknylov) – Mostyska II.
The MHP-Hromadi Charitable Foundation systematically works to improve access to medical services in small communities across Ukraine. Initiatives include children's medical examinations, mobile pharmacies, early cancer diagnosis programs, and the development of adaptive sports for veterans.
The price of gold reached $3,800 per ounce, which was previously forecast for the end of 2025. This increase reflects global distrust and preparation for worse economic scenarios.
The "Nasha Ryaba" brand has launched a new line of premium-quality sausages and frankfurters made from 100% own-produced chicken. MHP company has launched a large-scale advertising campaign featuring an animated stand-up rooster, voiced by Ukrainian comedian Vlad Kuran.
In 2025, storytelling became a key trend in communications, ensuring an emotional connection between brands and their audience. Research shows that 92% of consumers expect stories, and quality storytelling increases conversion by 30%.
Ukrainian patients are actively switching to cheaper generic drugs, leading to a drop in sales for some manufacturers. The company "Darnytsia" faced staff reductions due to overstocked warehouses and high prices for its products.
Magomed Mameshev, who supported Ruslan Magamedrasulov, turned out to be involved in scandalous "drunk parties. "
NABU, together with the police, is once again trying to seize the assets of Ukrainian businessman Oleksiy Fedorychev, who owns two terminals in the Pivdennyi port. This is a new stage in a 10-year persecution, which, according to the businessman, is an attempt to raid his assets.
Four men in Odesa stole dozens of bags of leggings, socks, and children's tights from a warehouse. The perpetrators entered the warehouse through an underground tunnel and cut through a wall, after which they were detained by the police.
A first aid training session under the Complex program was held in Poltava for 33 representatives of sports clubs and schools in the region. The event was organized with the support of Favbet Foundation and FAST First Aid and Special Training.
On September 30, the Pechersk District Court of Kyiv will consider a motion by the co-founders of Concord Bank to overturn the investigator's decision to close the criminal proceedings against Oleksandr Zyma, director of the NBU's legal department. The case was closed due to the absence of elements of a criminal offense, despite the Sosedko sisters being recognized as victims.
Mykhailo Poplavsky, the author of the idea, spoke about the project's success and its impact on the university's development.
Fintech expert Olena Sosedka spoke about investing in securities as a way to preserve capital during wartime. She explained how to take the first steps, which instruments to choose, and which mistakes to avoid, and also emphasized the importance of portfolio diversification.
An analysis of prices for popular medicines in Kyiv showed that Darnitsa's drugs are significantly more expensive than analogues from other Ukrainian manufacturers. This leads to a drop in the company's sales, as consumers prefer more affordable options.
On September 23, an atypical event in the history of Ukrainian sports and esports took place — Match of LeGGends: Derby on the server, conceived by the betting brand GGBET. For the first time in Counter-Strike 2, representatives of the most titled Ukrainian esports organization and the legendary Kyiv football club competed, and the match was covered by professional commentators and star guests.
