Isolated cases of locust appearance have been recorded in Kyiv and Zhytomyr regions, while giant swarms have already flooded the south and east of Ukraine. The State Food and Consumer Service explains this by high temperatures, drought, neglected lands, and also the ecocide committed by the Russian Federation.
Since 2021, 8,644 new agricultural companies have been registered in Ukraine, while 3,416 have ceased operations, indicating significant growth. The largest number of new companies appeared in Odesa region, Kyiv, and Lviv region, and 1,738 agricultural firms changed their region of activity, of which 346 moved to western regions.
A five-year-old boy who went missing in the village of Zaprudka, Vyshhorod district, was found in the morning with the help of a drone. The child is alive and unharmed after night search operations.
Opinion column by lawyer Volodymyr Bohatyr.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted in the first reading draft laws on Defence City, which provide for tax and customs benefits for defense industry enterprises. However, the aviation industry may remain outside the regime due to strict criteria, which jeopardizes its potential and the country's defense capability.
Three recipes for summer desserts are presented: yogurt dessert with berries, chocolate date bars, and banana ice cream. These desserts are quick to prepare, have minimal ingredients, and are a healthy alternative to traditional sweets.
Russian propagandists approved of the protests in Ukraine, calling on Ukrainians to continue the rallies. The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine reported that Russia is using these protests to undermine Ukraine's ability to resist aggression.
The Irish media regulator is pressuring the X platform over non-compliance with new age verification rules to protect minors. The company risks a fine of up to 500,000 euros and is challenging the code in court.
U. S. federal prosecutors have charged Michael Hann, who manufactured seven improvised explosive devices using artificial intelligence advice. He stored five of them and shotgun shells on the roof of a residential building in the SoHo neighborhood of New York.
Investment Capital Ukraine (ICU) met bondholders halfway, who had been in a suspended state for a long time — the so-called "hostages" — due to frozen issues of Loan Participation Notes (LPN) from EMIS Finance B. V.
The SBU prevented a terrorist attack in the center of Kyiv on July 23, detaining a woman who tried to blow up a cafe with two improvised explosive devices. Russian special services planned to detonate the explosives remotely during the evening rush hour.
A 48-year-old woman was injured as a result of artillery shelling of Novoandriivka in the Orikhiv community. Houses were damaged, the injured person was hospitalized.
LEGO has announced an official Game Boy set, recreating the 1989 console with accurate design and lenticular lenses to display game scenes. It will go on sale on October 1, 2025, for $60.
The SBU detained two FSB agents who were preparing a double terrorist attack near the regional TCC in Mykolaiv. The attackers planned to detonate two explosive devices: one near the administrative building of the TCC, the second – after the arrival of rescuers and police.
Ukrzaliznytsia explained the anomalous demand for tickets in summer by group transportation and increased passenger traffic. The company is introducing new routes, increasing the number of carriages, and fighting against resellers by blocking accounts and introducing validation through "Diia."
The decision of the Minister of Health was supported by the new composition of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.
The premiere of the biopic "Michael" has been postponed to April 24, 2026. The reasons are the excessive length of the film and the presence of controversial scenes related to the Jordan Chandler case.
The second annual MHP Procurement Conference, organized by MHP, brought together over 190 participants to strengthen Ukrainian business by improving procurement efficiency. Thanks to ticket sales, UAH 800,000 was raised, which the MHP–Hromadi Charitable Foundation will direct to support the military.
During a mission, a technical failure occurred in the Mirage-2000 fighter jet; the pilot successfully ejected, and his condition is satisfactory. Experts note the coordinated response of the Ukrainian aviation system and well-trained personnel, despite the age of the aircraft.
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine warns that Russian special services are studying the situation in Ukraine to use protests related to Law No. 12414 for destabilization. Moscow aims to discredit Ukraine on the international stage and weaken Western support.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has officially allowed the use of a domestic laser simulator system for training grenade launchers. This simulator imitates a real combat shot from an RPG-7, allowing all stages of shooting to be practiced.
Olena Zelenska's mental health program "How are you?" debunks common myths about panic attacks. The initiative explains that panic attacks are not an exaggeration, can manifest in different ways, and do not always require immediate medical attention.
Oleksandr Zyma, the chief lawyer of the NBU and a figure in a criminal proceeding, sent a letter with a "recommendation" to withdraw the lawsuits of Concord Bank against the National Bank, which led to the shareholders losing their right to a fair trial. This situation creates reputational risks for the NBU, and law enforcement officers have not yet served Zyma with a notice of suspicion.
Prosecutor General Kravchenko does not consider NABU and SAPO dependent after legislative changes, emphasizing their independence. He promises not to abuse new powers obtained under law No. 12414.
The story of a man who followed the call of the sky all his life – from a childhood fascination with aviation to the cockpit of a combat naval fighter jet.
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine reminds about safety rules after an air raid alert is lifted due to possible debris. Do not touch suspicious objects - it is worth informing the rescuers.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko announced a review of NABU's criminal proceedings to determine their compliance with its jurisdiction. He noted that some cases that have been dormant for years may be transferred to other law enforcement agencies to complete the investigation.
Preventive restructuring has been introduced in Ukraine, allowing companies facing financial difficulties to avoid bankruptcy. This mechanism, implemented from European law, enables the review of debts and negotiation with creditors.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reaches retirement age on July 26, but does not plan to resign. He is in excellent physical shape and plans to spend his 60th birthday at the front.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that the unhindered use of medium- and long-range missiles, such as ATACMS and Taurus, will allow Ukraine to strike at Russia's military infrastructure. This will help slow down the production of missiles and drones, and significantly reduce the effectiveness of Russian air attacks.
