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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.
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FAA has returned to Boeing the right to independently certify 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner aircraft

FAA has allowed Boeing to once again independently issue airworthiness certificates for 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The decision will take effect on July 20 after data analysis and safety assessment.

News of the World • July 17, 10:56 PM • 3260 views
Smoke from forest fires has made North American cities among the most polluted in the world

Smoke from forest fires in Canada has worsened air quality in Toronto, Detroit, Chicago, and other cities. There are 858 active fires recorded, 111 of which are uncontrolled.

News of the World • July 17, 10:37 PM • 3470 views
Apple overtook Nvidia and once again became the most valuable company in the world

Apple has once again become the world's most valuable company with a market capitalization of $4. 88 trillion. Nvidia lost its lead after a 3.5% drop in its shares.

Economy • July 17, 10:16 PM • 4054 views
EU criticizes Israel's decision to expand settlements in the West Bank

The European Union condemned Israel's decision to allocate additional funding for the expansion of settlements in the West Bank. The EU stressed that this will increase the fragmentation of Palestinian communities and undermine the peace process.

Politics • July 17, 09:57 PM • 3418 views
A massive fire in Norway has destroyed over 100 homes and continues to spreadPhoto

In the municipality of Drammen in southeastern Norway, a fire has destroyed over 100 homes. The fire continues to spread, and hundreds of people have been evacuated.

News of the World • July 17, 09:38 PM • 4508 views
In Poland, for the first time, a majority of citizens opposed accepting Ukrainian refugees – poll

52% of Poles believe that the country should not accept refugees from Ukraine. Support for Ukrainians has dropped from 94% in 2022 to 42%.

Society • July 17, 09:17 PM • 10799 views
Tsunami warning after powerful earthquake near Mexico canceled

The tsunami warning issued after a magnitude 7. 3 earthquake off the coast of Mexico has been canceled. Tremors were felt in Guatemala and El Salvador, with no reports of casualties.

News of the World • July 17, 08:58 PM • 3562 views
A sanctioned tanker with Russian oil may have caused a spill off the coast of Oman

The tanker Carolin Bezengi, which was transporting Russian oil, likely caused an oil spill off the coast of Oman. The cause of the incident has not yet been determined.

News of the World • July 17, 08:45 PM • 3602 views
State Emergency Service completed cleaning of Kyrylivske Lake after Russian strike on KyivPhoto

Rescuers collected 317 cubic meters of petroleum products from Kyrylivske Lake after the Russian shelling on July 2. The pollution covered 20,600 square meters of water surface.

Society • July 17, 08:37 PM • 12156 views
Russia struck a port in the Odesa region and damaged a civilian vessel flying the flag of the Marshall Islands

Russian troops launched a missile strike on a port in the Odesa region, damaging a civilian vessel flying the flag of the Marshall Islands. Four of the 17 crew members were injured, and the fire was extinguished.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 08:31 PM • 3146 views
The Ministry of Defense warned of temporary disruptions in the operation of Reserve+ from July 18 to July 22

The Reserve+ application may be temporarily unavailable from July 18 to July 22 due to technical work. Users are advised to download their military registration document in PDF in advance.

Society • July 17, 08:21 PM • 3466 views
The US has temporarily banned its citizens from returning from Congo due to the Ebola outbreak

The Trump administration has imposed temporary restrictions on the return of Americans from Congo due to the Ebola outbreak. US citizens must spend 21 days in a third country before departure.

Health • July 14, 05:00 AM • 5641 views
Occupiers dismantle transformers from pumping stations of the North Crimean Canal – "ATESH"

The Russian authorities in Crimea are removing power transformers from the canal's pumping stations to restore damaged energy facilities. "ATESH" reports a shortage of equipment due to sanctions.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 04:58 AM • 105352 views
A Russian drone hit a residential building in Chernihiv region, two women injuredVideo

In the Nizhyn district of Chernihiv region, a Russian drone hit a residential building. Two women were hospitalized after the fire.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 04:54 AM • 3795 views
The US has completed the third night of strikes on Iran, Tehran attacked a base in Bahrain and Jordan

The US struck Iranian military facilities, hitting defense systems and missile complexes. In response, Iran attacked a US base in Bahrain and claimed to have hit tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

News of the World • July 14, 04:41 AM • 12585 views
Night Russian attack on Kyiv caused fires and damage in two districtsPhoto

In Kyiv, a Russian attack set fire to a warehouse and cars, damaging a boarding school. There are no dead or injured.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 04:29 AM • 28097 views
The number of victims of the Russian strike on Sumy has risen to six, a wounded woman died in the hospital

A 48-year-old woman wounded during the Russian strike on Sumy on July 11 died in the hospital. The death toll has risen to six, with 44 people injured.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 04:21 AM • 4223 views
Drones attacked one of the largest oil refineries of Gazprom in BashkortostanPhoto

Drones attacked the oil refinery Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat in Bashkortostan, 1,400 km from the border of Ukraine. Thick black smoke is rising over the facility.

News of the World • July 14, 04:15 AM • 4277 views
Russia lost 1,120 soldiers and 46 artillery systems in a day – General Staff of the Armed Forces of UkrainePhoto

Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,120 military personnel and 46 artillery systems. Total Russian losses since February 24, 2022 amount to over 1.42 million people.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 04:03 AM • 4758 views
Nearly 80% of Americans expect a protracted US war with Iran – Reuters/Ipsos pollPhoto

79% of Americans believe the war with Iran will last a long time, while 37% supported resuming strikes. The Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 60% predict an increase in fuel prices due to the conflict.

News of the World • July 14, 03:37 AM • 4967 views
Gold prices fell below $4000 per ounce due to the escalation around the Strait of Hormuz

Global gold prices dropped below $4000 per ounce amid the escalation of the conflict around the Strait of Hormuz. Investors are also awaiting signals from the new Fed chair regarding interest rates.

Economy • July 14, 03:16 AM • 4701 views
Telegram domain has stopped opening worldwide due to a DNS failure

The domain addresses of Telegram, t. me and telegram.me, have become inaccessible due to a DNS failure, affecting the opening of links in browsers. The messenger itself continues to operate normally.

News of the World • July 14, 02:57 AM • 18581 views
A fire broke out near the tank farm of the Afipsky oil refinery in Russia after a drone attack – ASTRA

In the Krasnodar region of Russia, after a night attack by drones, a fire occurred near the tank farm of the Afipsky oil refinery. ASTRA analysts determined this from video recordings, but the exact object of the fire is unknown.

News of the World • July 14, 02:38 AM • 4697 views
An outbreak of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis has spread to 31 US states, with the number of cases rapidly increasing

The parasitic infection cyclosporiasis has spread to 31 US states, with the number of cases sharply rising. The highest number of infections has been recorded in Michigan – 2,640, where the incidence increased by 69% over the weekend.

Health • July 14, 02:16 AM • 20299 views
Russia has shown an unusual version of the Orion UAV, from which it launches Banderol missiles at UkrainePhoto

The Russians released a video of the Orion drone without an optoelectronic station, which is a carrier of S8000 Banderol missiles. This may be a specialized modification for launching these missiles, which have a range of up to 500 km.

News of the World • July 14, 01:55 AM • 5316 views
Ukraine has formed a squadron of "Horynych" bomber drones for strikes on protected targets of the Russian Federation - Defense ExpressPhoto

The Defense Forces of Ukraine are using at least a squadron of reusable "Horynych" bomber drones based on SkyRanger. They were used to strike the Russian logistics hub in occupied Armiansk.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 01:35 AM • 22193 views
Trump's demand regarding the Strait of Hormuz could cost up to $30 million per supertanker

Trump proposed a 20% compensation for cargo through the strait, which could amount to $30 million for a supertanker. Iran considers the rate excessive but agrees with the principle of payment.

News of the World • July 14, 01:16 AM • 4639 views
Iranian missiles hit two UAE tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, one Ukrainian killed and wounded

Iran launched a missile strike on two UAE oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. An Indian citizen was killed, two Ukrainians and six Indians were injured.

News of the World • July 14, 12:55 AM • 30794 views
Twelve US states have filed a lawsuit to block the $110 billion merger of Paramount and Warner Bros

A coalition of 12 states is seeking to block the $110 billion media company merger, fearing a restriction of competition. The lawsuit is led by California, which stated that the deal could lead to higher prices and reduced content choice.

News of the World • July 14, 12:37 AM • 4430 views
At least 28 people died in a fire at a Bangkok bar, dozens injured

In Bangkok, a fire broke out at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar, killing 28 people and injuring 71. Most of the victims were found in the restrooms; the preliminary cause is believed to be a short circuit.

News of the World • July 14, 12:17 AM • 3736 views