Oleksandra Vasylenko
U. S. President Donald Trump publicly criticized CNN correspondent Kristen Holmes, calling her a "fake journalist" and urging her to shut up.
In Dnipro, the only guardian of a 17-year-old orphaned girl was mobilized and sent to a training ground. Ombudsman Lubinets is выясing the circumstances, as the girl was left without a legal representative.
A 60-year-old orca named Tonia was found in the Strait of Gibraltar with injuries resembling shotgun pellet wounds. Spanish authorities have launched an investigation; the animal's condition is not critical.
Gold has risen by approximately 9% this month, showing the first signs of a recovery in demand as a safe-haven asset. The metal’s price has returned to around $4,400 per ounce after falling from its all-time high.
In the first half of the year, Ukrainians purchased around 1,500 residential properties in Spain, ranking 10th and 11th among foreign buyers. The average housing price reached a record €2,487 per square meter.
Ukrainian parents may choose a school for their child, but priority enrollment operates according to the territorial principle. To enroll you need a birth certificate, medical certificate No. 086/o, and proof of residence.
American actress Hayden Panettiere was found unconscious in South Carolina, but efforts to save her were unsuccessful. A possible overdose has been mentioned as a preliminary explanation, but the exact cause of death will be determined after an autopsy.
The Ministry of Culture recommended 546 projects for victory in the "Tysyachovesna-2026" program. Among them are films about Olga Kharlan, Serhii Kuzminskyi, and a Christmas comedy.
Since the beginning of 2026, the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Centers have sent the police more than 1. 5 million requests to locate persons liable for military service. During the period of martial law, more than 20,000 criminal proceedings for evading mobilization have been investigated.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that he received a promise from Donald Trump regarding Ankara's return to the F-35 fighter jet program and expects it to be fulfilled. The issue remains key to relations between the countries, but no final agreement has yet been announced.
One person has died in South Korea due to torrential rains and landslides, and more than 130 residents have been evacuated. More than 800 mm of precipitation fell in South Gyeongsang Province, causing flooding and damage to infrastructure.
On the Greek island of Salamina, two people died in a fire and more than 500 were evacuated. In Belgium, a fire in the Hautes Fagnes nature reserve engulfed 3,000 hectares, becoming the largest in the country's history.
The Trump–Putin summit in August 2025 did not lead to a ceasefire or a peace agreement. A year later, the fighting continues, and Ukraine is once again submitting proposals to the United States.
Ukrainian companies can take losses from shelling into account when taxing profits. The procedure depends on the type of property and the company's annual income.
The Cabinet of Ministers has updated the terms of state guarantees for small and medium-sized businesses. The changes increase borrowers’ responsibility and clarify mechanisms for the return of funds.
Due to Russian strikes on ports and vessels, Ukraine’s grain exports fell to 30% of the required volume at the beginning of August. Minister Vysotskyi said that without restoring the operation of the Black Sea ports, exports would not exceed 50%.
In the first seven months of 2026, revenue from the property tax increased by 8. 9% to UAH 8.4 billion. The most was paid in Kyiv — UAH 1.8 billion.
The remains of Yevhen Konovalets, the founder of the OUN, were returned to Ukraine after being exhumed in Rotterdam. They will be temporarily reburied at the National Military Memorial Cemetery and, in the future, transferred to the Pantheon of Heroes.
From September 1, Ukrzaliznytsia will raise the salaries of more than 150,000 employees by 10–15%, with priority given to professions in short supply. Minister Kalashnyk linked this to the indexation of freight tariffs, the next stage of which is scheduled for January 1, 2027.
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Bail of UAH 6 million was posted for former Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna. She is suspected of illicit enrichment amounting to UAH 13.9 million .
Starting September 1, 2026, the salary requirement for reserved employees in Ukraine will increase to three minimum wages. Employees working concurrently and persons with another deferment will be counted at only one place of employment.
Pensioners with at least 35 years of service for women and 40 years for men can obtain labor veteran status. To apply, one must contact the social protection authorities or an Administrative Services Center.
The construction of the metro to Vynohradar requires UAH 11. 57 billion, but Kyiv’s 2026 budget provides for only UAH 1.69 billion. The completion timeline depends on funding and martial law.
The New Moon will occur on August 12 at 20:36, coinciding with the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. This will create ideal conditions for observing the meteor shower and photographing the Milky Way.
In 2027, women will need at least 34 years of insurance record to retire at age 60. The required length of service increases every year and will reach 35 years by 2028.
A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible in the Arctic and parts of Europe. In Ukraine, the partial phase will be visible in the western regions, with the best conditions in Uzhhorod.
Asters need a sunny spot, moderate watering, and feeding with phosphorus and potassium. Regular removal of faded flower heads extends flowering into late autumn.
In summer, electricity consumption increases because of air conditioners and refrigerators. Experts advise adjusting appliances and changing habits to reduce costs.
On August 8, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will make his first official visit to Serbia, where he will meet with President Aleksandar Vučić. The main topics will be European integration, the economy and energy, as well as a free trade agreement.