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Zakhar Podkidyshev

He graduated from Chernivtsi National University with a degree in political science. He began his professional journalism career in 2000 at the local newspaper Chas. He worked for local publications Svoboda Slova, Chas-2000, and Versii. In 2006, he became a correspondent for the all-Ukrainian newspaper Express in the Chernivtsi region. From 2008 to 2012, he was the head of the Express bureau. In 2011-12, he was a public relations advisor to the mayor of Chernivtsi. In 2014-19, he was a journalist for the online publication The Chernivtsi Times. Since 2019, he has been collaborating with various all-Ukrainian websites and Telegram channels. Since May 2023, he has been the editor of the UNN news agency. He specializes in domestic politics and economics.

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October 21: World Iodine Deficiency Day, International Nachos Day

October 21 is World Iodine Deficiency Day. Iodine is critically important for health, but 30% of the world's population lives in conditions of acute iodine deficiency, which can lead to serious health problems.

UNN Lite • October 21, 03:07 AM • 142386 views

Today is the All-Ukrainian Day Against Breast Cancer: what rules can prevent the disease

According to global statistics, breast cancer ranks first in the structure of cancer morbidity in women - 23%. In Ukraine, about 15 thousand new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in women every year. About five thousand women die every year.

Society • October 20, 03:29 AM • 23363 views

International Day of the Sloth, Air Traffic Controller Day, Day of Food Industry Workers of Ukraine. What else can be celebrated on October 20

Scientists believe that about 11,000 years ago, giant sloths weighing up to four tons lived on Earth. Today, the sloths' habitat is the tropical forests of Central and South America.

UNN Lite • October 20, 03:03 AM • 120275 views

Bloggers and media face criminal cases for spreading fake news about mobilization: what you need to know

The Land Forces Command warns against spreading false information about mobilization. Criminal cases may be opened against bloggers and media for fakes and manipulations.

War • October 19, 02:12 PM • 27000 views

October 19: International Day of Archaeology, World Gin and Tonic Day

Archaeology is of particular importance for studying eras when there was no writing at all, or the history of those peoples who did not have writing in later historical times.

UNN Lite • October 19, 03:03 AM • 84202 views

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Expert: Development of production and entrepreneurship in hromadas also depends on availability of labor force

Economist Oleh Pendzin emphasized the importance of forming a backbone of business in communities to ensure budget revenues. He urged local authorities to raise the issue of economic reservation more actively to address the labor shortage.

Society • October 18, 01:46 PM • 196080 views

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Foreign partners are still surprised that we find a significant number of Western-made components in all types of russian weapons - Director of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise Ruvin

Oleksandr Ruvin, Director of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise, said that a significant number of Western components were found in all types of russian weapons. The Ukrainian side provided detailed reports on this to foreign partners to strengthen sanctions.

War • October 18, 11:22 AM • 142083 views

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For people with disabilities: where in Kyiv region old apartment buildings will be equipped with lifts

The Brovary community will install special lifts for people with disabilities in apartment buildings. The city authorities are developing a 4-5-year program to improve accessibility and comfortable movement for people with disabilities.

Society • October 18, 11:12 AM • 115993 views

Our children have the right to study in a modern school - Brovary mayor on loan to complete construction

The Brovary City Council has decided to take out a EUR 2. 2 million loan to complete the construction of the Lyceum No. 10 junior school. Mayor Ihor Sapozhko emphasized the importance of modern education for children, despite wartime.

Kyiv region • October 18, 08:53 AM • 13301 views

World Guitar Day, European Beaver Day, International Women's Happiness Day. What else can be celebrated on October 18

Stringed musical instruments, which became the prototypes of the guitar, began to appear more than four thousand years ago. In the Middle Ages, guitars of that time had four strings. The Spanish guitar appeared in the fifteenth century by adding an additional fifth string.

UNN Lite • October 18, 03:09 AM • 110209 views

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The Influx of Clients: How the Number of Cases of Human Trafficking Increased During the Ban on Men's Freedom to Leave Ukraine (infographic)

The number of criminal proceedings for trafficking in persons across the border increased from 327 in 2021 to more than 2,500 in the first three quarters of 2024. This is due to restrictions on the departure of persons liable for military service and intensified law enforcement.

Crimes and emergencies • October 17, 04:29 PM • 113739 views

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Against the background of the scandal with “disabled” prosecutors: MP tells about an attempt to increase the salary costs for prosecutors at a record level

MP Yuzhanina proposed to reduce spending on prosecutors' salaries by UAH 2. 7 billion in the draft State Budget 2025. The working group supported the proposal, but its further fate is unknown.

Economy • October 17, 03:41 PM • 118145 views

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We have preserved production and have an increase in the number of entrepreneurs - Brovary mayor about the business climate in the community during the war

The number of entrepreneurs and companies in the Brovary community increased during martial law. Mayor Ihor Sapozhko reported attracting UAH 466 million in investments and creating 600 new jobs.

Economy • October 17, 02:28 PM • 114072 views

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It is necessary to further change building codes so that people with disabilities have unimpeded access to all premises - MP

The number of people with disabilities in Ukraine is growing due to the war. The authorities are working to change building codes and install lifts to ensure unimpeded access to buildings and public places.

Society • October 17, 01:25 PM • 105401 views

Russians are installing Starlink on “chess” - KFI explained why

KFI experts explained that the Russians may use Starlink on attack drones to improve coordination during attacks. They also noted changes in the guidance system and the explosive part of the “Shahed”.

War • October 17, 11:16 AM • 13023 views

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Liability for smuggling fugitives abroad: what the law wants and how it is punished in practice

The number of criminal proceedings under Article 332 of the Criminal Code has increased significantly since the start of the full-scale invasion. Courts often impose suspended sentences, despite the strict sanction of the article.

Society • October 17, 11:05 AM • 161836 views

Educational institutions will be connected at the request of their heads - the heating season has started in Brovary

The heating season has started in the Brovary community. Educational institutions will be connected at the request of their heads, and condominiums and housing cooperatives - after the requests of their managers. 10 boiler houses run on alternative fuel.

Society • October 17, 08:27 AM • 13637 views

October 17: World Organ Donation and Transplantation Day, International Credit Union Day

The world's first transplantation in the modern sense, i. e. the implantation of organ tissue to replace the function of an organ, was performed in 1883 by Swiss surgeon and later Nobel Prize winner Theodor Kocher.

UNN Lite • October 17, 03:07 AM • 119364 views

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Infrastructure support, help with finding a job - an economist explains how community authorities can facilitate the opening of new businesses

The economist spoke about the ability of local authorities to facilitate the opening of enterprises through infrastructure support and assistance in finding labor. The expert also noted that a change in the tax system could increase the motivation of the authorities.

Economy • October 16, 02:03 PM • 119732 views

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The Prosecutor General's Office spoke about the identification, evaluation and search for art objects stolen by the occupiers from the Kherson Regional Art Museum

The Prosecutor General's Office is investigating the theft of 10680 exhibits from the Kherson Art Museum during the occupation. 130 items have been identified in Crimea, damage assessment and an international search is underway.

War • October 16, 01:33 PM • 115659 views

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Russian strike weapons have changed - KFI told about the results of the latest research on enemy missiles and drones

The experts of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise are studying changes in Russian weapons for effective counteraction. Modifications to the S-300/400 missiles and the noise characteristics of the Shaheds, as well as the use of Western components, have been identified.

War • October 16, 01:07 PM • 105794 views

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Boiler houses on alternative fuels, solar panels for kindergartens - winterization in Kyiv region continues

In the Brovary community, 10 boiler houses provide heat to important social facilities using wood chips. Energy efficiency measures are being implemented, including the installation of solar power plants under ESCO contracts.

Society • October 16, 11:47 AM • 101168 views

World Food Day, Chef's Day, Stray Cat Day. What else can be celebrated on October 16

About a third of the world's food is produced by smallholder farmers. 600 million people depend on aquatic food systems for their livelihoods.

UNN Lite • October 16, 03:09 AM • 122623 views

Suspected chemical weapons precursors: 13 tons of chemicals intended for shipment to Russia seized in Spain

Spanish police arrested 4 people suspected of supplying sanctioned chemicals to Russia. 13 tons of substances that could be precursors of chemical weapons were seized. The EU calls for stricter export controls.

War • October 15, 03:14 PM • 17683 views

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Convenient lifts and ramps: how Brovary solves barrier-free accessibility issues

Brovary is actively working to improve the city's accessibility for people with disabilities. They install electric lifts, adapt public places, and advise businesses on creating a barrier-free environment.

Society • October 15, 02:58 PM • 181747 views

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About UAH 450 million in various spheres - communities of Kyiv region continue to attract investments during martial law

In 2022-2024, 76 investment projects worth over UAH 446 million were implemented in the Brovary community. Most of the projects were in the field of trade, and almost 600 new jobs were created.

Economy • October 15, 10:22 AM • 114725 views

Borrell: EU should strengthen control over the implementation of the sanctions regime to prevent Russia from receiving Western components for weapons production

Borrell called for stricter control over the export of microelectronics to third countries, from where they end up in Russia. Western components are found in Russian weapons, which requires a more effective sanctions regime.

Politics • October 15, 07:59 AM • 12538 views

Today is World Breast Cancer Day: the situation with the incidence in the world and in Ukraine

According to global statistics, breast cancer ranks first in the structure of cancer morbidity in women (23%), and first in the structure of mortality (20. 5%).

Society • October 15, 03:27 AM • 25227 views

October 15: World Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women

Ignaz Semmelweis, a physician, first suggested washing hands with soap in 1847. At that time, he was working at the Vienna Hospital and thought about the problem of high infant mortality and postpartum fever in women.

UNN Lite • October 15, 03:03 AM • 131474 views

Russia is developing a homing head for “Shahed”: what is known

Russians are considering equipping Shahed-136 attack UAVs with electronic-optical homing heads. Experts warn of the danger of the remains of downed drones to civilians due to the risk of explosion.

War • October 14, 01:52 PM • 15268 views

Minister of the Environment: the dismantling of the sarcophagus is postponed due to the Russian attack on the Chernobyl NPP

In modern warfare, there is no way without space - an expert explained why Ukraine needs its own Space Forces

Palm Sunday, April 13: rules and strict prohibitions

Five unsurpassed musicals: what to watch on a spring weekend

Regulation should be comprehensive: the Council indicated that manufacturers should also be responsible for drug prices

Ukraine is able to produce enough fiber optic drones for the Defense Forces - Kamyshin

At "Ramstein," a record €21 billion in military aid was allocated to Ukraine

Former ARMA employee doubts that territorial departments can monitor search warrants without Kyiv's knowledge

Legalization of virtual currency in Ukraine: the National Securities and Stock Market Commission spoke about the preparation of the draft law

Kupyansk under heavy shelling: four injured, people may be under the rubble

Sumy region under attack: enemy drone damaged private houses

Enemy troops advanced in the Kursk region - DeepState

Volunteer Oleg Salnyk died in Kherson as a result of a drone attack

The Presidential Office proposes to introduce mandatory military service for all citizens, regardless of gender

Palm Sunday, April 13: rules and strict prohibitions

Legalization of virtual currency in Ukraine: the National Securities and Stock Market Commission spoke about the preparation of the draft lawExclusive

Rare Earth Rift: How the US and China are exacerbating global economic turbulenceExclusive

Prices for medicines outside the Ministry of Health lists are rising: monitoring as of April

Cryptocurrency taxation in Ukraine: what the National Securities Commission proposes

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"Build up your emergency fund": millennials in the US share tips for surviving the recession on TikTok

Five unsurpassed musicals: what to watch on a spring weekend

London: housing estate becomes a “newt's paradise” by combining nature and new buildings

Taylor Swift has filed a scandalous lawsuit against Kanye West for defamation

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October 21: World Iodine Deficiency Day, International Nachos Day

Today is the All-Ukrainian Day Against Breast Cancer: what rules can prevent the disease

International Day of the Sloth, Air Traffic Controller Day, Day of Food Industry Workers of Ukraine. What else can be celebrated on October 20

Bloggers and media face criminal cases for spreading fake news about mobilization: what you need to know

October 19: International Day of Archaeology, World Gin and Tonic Day

Expert: Development of production and entrepreneurship in hromadas also depends on availability of labor force

Foreign partners are still surprised that we find a significant number of Western-made components in all types of russian weapons - Director of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise Ruvin

For people with disabilities: where in Kyiv region old apartment buildings will be equipped with lifts

Our children have the right to study in a modern school - Brovary mayor on loan to complete construction

World Guitar Day, European Beaver Day, International Women's Happiness Day. What else can be celebrated on October 18

The Influx of Clients: How the Number of Cases of Human Trafficking Increased During the Ban on Men's Freedom to Leave Ukraine (infographic)

Against the background of the scandal with “disabled” prosecutors: MP tells about an attempt to increase the salary costs for prosecutors at a record level

We have preserved production and have an increase in the number of entrepreneurs - Brovary mayor about the business climate in the community during the war

It is necessary to further change building codes so that people with disabilities have unimpeded access to all premises - MP

Russians are installing Starlink on “chess” - KFI explained why

Liability for smuggling fugitives abroad: what the law wants and how it is punished in practice

Educational institutions will be connected at the request of their heads - the heating season has started in Brovary

October 17: World Organ Donation and Transplantation Day, International Credit Union Day

Infrastructure support, help with finding a job - an economist explains how community authorities can facilitate the opening of new businesses

The Prosecutor General's Office spoke about the identification, evaluation and search for art objects stolen by the occupiers from the Kherson Regional Art Museum

Russian strike weapons have changed - KFI told about the results of the latest research on enemy missiles and drones

Boiler houses on alternative fuels, solar panels for kindergartens - winterization in Kyiv region continues

World Food Day, Chef's Day, Stray Cat Day. What else can be celebrated on October 16

Suspected chemical weapons precursors: 13 tons of chemicals intended for shipment to Russia seized in Spain

Convenient lifts and ramps: how Brovary solves barrier-free accessibility issues

About UAH 450 million in various spheres - communities of Kyiv region continue to attract investments during martial law

Borrell: EU should strengthen control over the implementation of the sanctions regime to prevent Russia from receiving Western components for weapons production

Today is World Breast Cancer Day: the situation with the incidence in the world and in Ukraine

October 15: World Handwashing Day, International Day of Rural Women

Russia is developing a homing head for “Shahed”: what is known

Legalization of virtual currency in Ukraine: the National Securities and Stock Market Commission spoke about the preparation of the draft law
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Rare Earth Rift: How the US and China are exacerbating global economic turbulence
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