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Stepan Haftko

He graduated from Lviv Franko University with a degree in Philology. From 2014 to 2023, he was a serviceman. He is one of the creators of the news portal "Khmelnychchyna Pivnich". After being discharged from the Armed Forces of Ukraine, he worked in online publications such as Censor.NET, Novyny.LIVE, Glavred, and Ukrainska Pravda. He specializes in military topics and politics.
Author's articles
Trump's press secretary Leavitt will return to MAGA Inc. after leaving the White House

Karoline Leavitt will leave her position as White House press secretary at the end of August. She will work again at the Trump-affiliated MAGA Inc.

Politics • August 22, 03:33 AM • 5851 views
The National Guard received the first Varta-2 armored vehiclesPhoto

The National Guard of Ukraine transferred two Varta-2 vehicles to the Khartia Corps and another unit. The vehicles have Level 3a/b protection and can reach a speed of 110 km/h.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 03:16 AM • 4666 views
TikTok to pay the US $400 million over children's privacy violations

TikTok and ByteDance have agreed to pay the US $400 million over collecting children's data without proper parental consent. $300 million will be paid immediately.

News of the World • August 22, 02:55 AM • 5502 views
The Russian Ka-52 failed to shoot down the Ukrainian FP-1 with a missile and was forced to switch to its cannonPhotoVideo

The Russian Ka-52 failed to hit the Ukrainian FP-1 with an Igla missile and continued the interception using its cannon. The reason may have been the drone’s low thermal signature.

News of the World • August 22, 02:36 AM • 17734 views
A gasoline shortage has emerged in Russia’s Samara Oblast: drivers are waiting in lines for several days

There is a gasoline shortage in Russia’s Samara Oblast, and lines at gas stations stretch for up to a kilometer. The authorities have limited sales to 10 liters per person.

News of the World • August 22, 02:17 AM • 10313 views
The United States will reduce water supplies from the Colorado River to three states because of drought

California, Arizona, and Nevada will reduce water use by 21% in 2027–2028 due to drought and record-low reservoir levels. After 2028, the restrictions may increase.

News of the World • August 22, 01:57 AM • 9051 views
Tesla and eight other automakers recall a record 4.3 million vehicles in China

Automakers are recalling a record 4. 3 million vehicles in China due to the risk of difficulty opening the doors after a crash. Tesla will recall 2.98 million vehicles.

News of the World • August 22, 01:38 AM • 6703 views
Trump to award the Artemis II crew the Congressional Gold Medal for their contribution to space exploration

The Artemis II crew will receive the award on August 28 in Houston. The astronauts became the first in more than 50 years to orbit the Moon.

News of the World • August 22, 01:16 AM • 5457 views
72-year-old Kim Basinger appeared in public without makeup for the first time in a long timePhoto

Kim Basinger made a rare appearance in Los Angeles without makeup. The actress has not left the film industry, but has become selective about her roles.

Culture • August 22, 01:02 AM • 90469 views
"The Odyssey" may have been written by a woman — scholars debate the theory

Samuel Butler suggested that the epic was written by a young Sicilian woman. There is no evidence for the theory, nor is there confirmation of Homer's identity.

Culture • August 22, 12:56 AM • 15354 views
Two fishermen were found alive in the ocean five days after disappearing – they had been drifting in a coolerPhoto

Two Mexican fishermen were found in the Pacific Ocean 150 miles from shore. For five days, they drifted in a blue cooler.

News of the World • August 22, 12:37 AM • 5197 views
Rubio met with Oman’s ambassador after Trump threatened to bomb the country

Marco Rubio met with Oman’s ambassador in Washington after Trump threatened to bomb the country over talks with Iran.

Politics • August 22, 12:17 AM • 5614 views
Woody Harrelson learned about his father's possible affair with Matthew McConaughey's mother

Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey may be half-brothers. The actors still have not taken a DNA test to verify their relationship.

Culture • August 22, 12:05 AM • 81800 views
A Russian drone attacked Kushuhum in the Zaporizhzhia region; one person was killed and four were injured

A Russian drone struck Kushuhum in the Zaporizhzhia region. A man was killed, while four other people were injured and are receiving medical attention.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 11:58 PM • 4473 views
NATO countries are discussing an operation to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz without the Alliance's participation

NATO countries are discussing a contribution to an international operation for safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz without the Alliance's flag. France and Britain are forming a coalition.

Politics • August 21, 11:58 PM • 5101 views
Explosions reported in Feodosia and a drone falling onto a house in Yevpatoria, Crimea

Explosions were reported in Feodosia and Sevastopol, Crimea. In Yevpatoria, drone debris caused a fire on the second floor of a building.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 11:49 PM • 4981 views
The United States and South Korea ended military exercises early after North Korea's missile launch

The United States and South Korea ended the exercises six days early after North Korea launched about 10 ballistic missiles. Pyongyang rejected the reduction in the maneuvers.

News of the World • August 21, 11:38 PM • 5454 views
A plane crashed in dense fog while landing in Alaska, killing all eight people on board

The plane crashed during its second attempt to land at Cape Newenham military airfield. All eight people on board were killed.

News of the World • August 21, 11:16 PM • 4950 views
The dollar fell to a three-month low amid concerns over the buyback of U.S. government bonds

The dollar weakened to a three-month low against the euro amid plans by the United States to increase its buyback of government bonds. The euro rose to $1.1711.

Economy • August 21, 10:57 PM • 4538 views
In Kyiv’s Darnytskyi district, a Russian ballistic attack has killed one person and injured others

A warehouse caught fire in Kyiv’s Darnytskyi district following a Russian ballistic attack. Preliminary reports indicate that one person was killed and that there are injured people.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 10:46 PM • 11229 views
NATO conducted unannounced large-scale exercises near Kaliningrad amid rising tensions with the Russian Federation

The alliance deployed up to 50 aircraft on the eastern flank, including F-35s, AWACS and electronic warfare aircraft. Poland is strengthening its monitoring of Russia's activity.

News of the World • August 21, 10:38 PM • 5287 views
The U.S. Supreme Court allowed Trump to continue construction of the White House ballroom

The U. S. Supreme Court temporarily cleared the way for construction of the $400 million White House ballroom. The legality of the project is still under consideration.

News of the World • August 21, 10:15 PM • 4366 views
Russia attacks Kyiv and the region with ballistic missiles; a series of explosions was heard

On the night of August 22, Russia attacked Kyiv and the region with missiles, including ballistic ones. A series of explosions was heard in the capital.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 10:11 PM • 31493 views
The death toll from Russia's strike on a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih has risen to 16

The Russian attack on a shopping mall in Kryvyi Rih claimed the lives of 16 people, while another 91 were injured. Among the wounded, 21 are in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 09:53 PM • 28382 views
In Lviv, a man with a knife fatally wounded a TCC employee during a document checkVideo

In Lviv, a 25-year-old man fatally wounded a 55-year-old TCC employee with a knife. A police officer wounded the attacker, who was detained.

Crimes and emergencies • August 21, 09:48 PM • 20134 views
Poland has provided protection to 1.73 million Ukrainians since the beginning of the full-scale warPhoto

Since the beginning of the full-scale war, Poland has provided protection to 1. 73 million Ukrainians. Poles have spent more than 10 billion zlotys on aid.

News of the World • August 21, 09:37 PM • 4568 views
In Kryvyi Rih, the media director of FC "Kryvbas" was injured as a result of a strike on a shopping and entertainment centerPhoto

Russian drones struck a shopping and entertainment center in Kryvyi Rih: six people were killed and around a hundred injured. Roman Popov is among those injured.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 09:16 PM • 4167 views
The Coalition of the Willing will discuss strengthening air defense and pressure on Russia at a meeting on Monday

Leaders of the Coalition of the Willing will meet on August 24 to discuss strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, pressure on Russia, and security guarantees.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 08:58 PM • 7575 views
Turkey has issued an international arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu

The warrant concerns the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla and 35 people. Ankara also plans to appeal to Interpol.

Politics • August 21, 08:44 PM • 13293 views
Brazilian President Lula urged Trump to urgently end the war in Ukraine and resolve the situation in Iran

Lula and Trump discussed the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and agreed to seek a diplomatic solution. U.S. tariffs were also discussed.

Politics • August 21, 08:30 PM • 5250 views