Small plastic particles make bees vulnerable to bacteria and viruses, affecting their memory and learning. Microplastics also harm flowers by clogging the stigma for pollen.
69 combat engagements took place at the front on April 27. The enemy launched attacks on Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions, and also actively attacked in the Kupyansk, Lyman, and Pokrovsk directions.
Donald Trump's approval rating among Americans has fallen. Most do not support his initiatives, 55% of respondents do not approve of his activities at all.
On April 27, Russians shelled Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, with FAB-250 aerial bombs, killing three people and wounding four. Houses and cars were damaged.
In the Rivne region, a 19-year-old man stole flowers from the stele of fallen heroes to make peace with his girlfriend. He was brought to justice for petty theft.
The UN Refugee Agency is forced to reduce support for Ukrainians due to a reduction in donor assistance, including the suspension of funding from the United States, which will amount to 40% in 2025.
The Danish Defence Intelligence Service stated that Russia spread fake news about Greenland to cause discord between the US and Denmark. The campaign was aimed at undermining Western support for Ukraine.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6 was recorded in Ecuador on April 25. The epicenter was near the city of Esmeraldas, and tremors were felt in 10 provinces and neighboring Colombia. Services are assessing the damage.
The Russian Investigative Committee has confirmed the death of General Yaroslav Moskalikov. An improvised explosive device with incendiary elements detonated in his car.
In occupied Crimea, a drone hit the house of the Deputy Head of Chechnya, Murad Saidov, in Saki, damaging the house and a car. The "ATESH" movement hints at the incompetence of the Russian air defense.
Russia is actively recruiting foreign women to work in factories producing Shahed drones, which are used to attack Ukraine. They are offered jobs with salaries up to $860 per month.
Russian troops have killed one child and wounded over 30 in shelling of Ukrainian cities in the past three days. Since the beginning of the war, more than 2,546 children have been affected.
The Council of Europe expects 6 million applications to the Register of Damages from Ukrainians affected by Russian aggression, according to Maria Mezentseva, head of the permanent Ukrainian delegation to the PACE.
As a result of the Russian attack in Pavlograd, 14 people were injured, including three children. Infrastructure was damaged, a social facility was partially destroyed, and cars were burned.
The Trump administration has decided to cut funding for Ukraine's cybersecurity programs. This could weaken the country's defenses and make it an easy target for Russian hackers.
The Indian government has demolished the homes of members of the Lashkar-e-Taiba group, allegedly involved in the attack in Kashmir. The incident occurred against the backdrop of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
The number of Ukrainians in the Register of Gambling Addicts has tripled in a year, reaching 12,807 individuals. Since the beginning of 2025, 1,719 people have been added to the register, which is 10% more than last year.
Russia claims readiness for a deal with the United States on Ukraine, but admits that some elements still need to be finalized. Lavrov claims that strikes are only carried out on military facilities.
Shots were fired on the India-Pakistan border amid escalating tensions following the terrorist attack in Kashmir. Both countries are breaking agreements and introducing restrictions.
Two Kharkiv residents, aged 16 and 19, staged a Nazi prank at the site of mass executions in Drobytsky Yar. They face up to 5 years in prison.
A criminal investigation has been opened in Kyiv into the cruel treatment of animals. The perpetrator offered subscribers of a Telegram channel to choose options for violence against a kitten.
The High Anti-Corruption Court has authorized a special pre-trial investigation regarding ex-MP Vadym Nesterenko, who is suspected of abuse of power. He has been wanted since October 2024.
In the Russian city of Kemerovo, newborns are being dressed in Red Army soldier uniforms from the time of the Second World War by May 9. Nurses have sewn miniature caps and cloaks for newborns.
Islamabad demands that Indian citizens leave Pakistan, suspends visas and expels Indian diplomats. India has also suspended issuing visas to Pakistanis after the tragedy in Kashmir.
Russia is deliberately using inaccurate ballistic missiles, including North Korean KN23s, to strike Ukrainian cities. This is a conscious war crime, as the target is civilians.
India has suspended the issuance of visas to Pakistani citizens after a terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 people. Pakistanis have been ordered to leave India within 48 hours, and advisers have been declared persona non grata.
South Korean law enforcement officials have stated that Chinese startup DeepSeek has been transmitting user data and their requests without permission. The company has previously been accused of leaking data to Bytedance.
The total amount of deposits of individuals in Ukrainian banks at the beginning of April 2025 amounted to UAH 1,392. 8 billion, of which UAH 892.8 billion was in national currency.
A 28-year-old resident of the Kremenets district detonated a grenade in a forest belt near his house. The police found a bracket from the grenade and opened proceedings for illegal handling of weapons.
The Ukrainian and Russian sides have started exchanging letters and parcels for prisoners of war from families and the Red Cross. The exchange is taking place according to lists of 1,500 people.
