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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.
Author's articles
Today is the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Political Repression: how many Ukrainians fell victim to the criminal communist regime

Ukraine honors the memory of the victims of Soviet political repression: millions of people were arrested, executed, or sent to camps in the 1920s and 1980s for opposing communist ideology.

Society • May 19, 03:37 AM • 59574 views
May 19: Rubik's Cube Birthday, Family Medicine Day in Ukraine

It was on May 19, 1974, that Hungarian architect and sculptor Ernő Rubik first presented his mechanical puzzle. It is believed that more than 300 million copies of the classic version of the Rubik's Cube have been sold worldwide.

UNN Lite • May 19, 03:03 AM • 110258 views
Today, Ukraine commemorates the victims of the genocide of the Crimean Tatar people: how many indigenous people of Crimea died as a result of criminal deportation

On May 18, Ukraine commemorates the victims of the genocide of Crimean Tatars through forced deportation in 1944, when up to 425,000 people were deported and up to 42% of them died.

Society • May 18, 03:32 AM • 26289 views
May 18: International Museum Day, Reservist Day and Science Day in Ukraine

Today, on May 18, all art lovers can join the events dedicated to the International Museum Day. The oldest museum in the world is the Capitoline Museum in Rome, which was established in 1471.

UNN Lite • May 18, 03:03 AM • 116491 views
Intermediaries in third countries through which Russia purchases goods for weapons production must be counteracted - Yermak-McFall Group

Many of the goods used by Russia to manufacture weapons are produced by order of companies of the sanctions coalition in third countries.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 01:27 PM • 27255 views
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NABU plans to seize land of ATO participants - Rada calls it immoral

NABU plans to seize land of ATO participants - the Rada calls it immoral.

Politics • May 17, 12:00 PM • 121684 views
Yermak-McFaul Group: Russia is not finding alternative suppliers for many imported goods important for the war. Sanctions need to be strengthened

russia has been unable to find alternative suppliers for many imported goods important for the war. In order to ensure that the range of these goods is constantly expanding, it is necessary to strengthen the sanctions regime against Russia and export control

War in Ukraine • May 17, 09:30 AM • 18970 views
May 17: Endangered Species Day, World Information Society Day

Today, on the third Friday of May, everyone who cares about the fate of our planet's flora and fauna can join the World Endangered Species Day. Today, more than five thousand species of flora and fauna are on the verge of extinction.

UNN Lite • May 17, 03:03 AM • 127137 views
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Lost Profit of Ukrainian Enterprises from Russian Aggression: Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise explained how the evidence base for compensation is being formed

Thousands of Ukrainian businesses are suffering significant losses, including lost profits, due to Russian aggression. Forensic expertise is crucial to confirm damages and establish causation for compensation claims.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 10:49 AM • 119257 views
Prosecutor's Office wants to seize land plots of more than a thousand ATO participants

Law enforcers plan to seize land plots legally obtained by more than a thousand ATO participants in Sumy region as part of free privatization.

Politics • May 16, 05:32 AM • 95633 views
World Embroidery Day, International Day of Light. What else can be celebrated on May 16

Today, on the third Thursday of May, all Ukrainians, representatives of the Ukrainian diaspora abroad, and people who honor our national and cultural traditions join the celebration of World Vyshyvanka Day, which was launched in 2006 by a group of students from Chernivtsi National University.

UNN Lite • May 16, 03:17 AM • 139151 views
Updated food catalog for the Ukrainian army: headless fish and sausage of the highest quality are promised

"The State Logistics Operator and the Ministry of Defense have updated the catalog that will be used to purchase food for the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the second half of the year. In particular, the range of cereals, fish, canned food and spices has been expanded, and canned fruit will be partially replaced with fresh fruit. The catalog has been expanded to include fruits of early, medium and late ripening

War in Ukraine • May 15, 10:44 AM • 33990 views
Distributor "laundered" more than one billion hryvnias on illegal trade in tobacco products - the confiscated goods were examined by the experts of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise

The distributor "laundered" UAH 1. 3 billion through illegal trade in tobacco products and failed to pay UAH 300 million in taxes to the state budget.

Economy • May 15, 10:04 AM • 17829 views
BES conducts massive searches in workshops and warehouses of four cigarette manufacturers: what is known

The BES conducts massive searches in the workshops and warehouses of four cigarette manufacturers.

Economy • May 15, 08:53 AM • 20287 views
May 15: International Family Day, World Climate Day

The family institution has come a long way from primitive society to the present day, and the dynamic development of society periodically makes adjustments to the perception of traditional family values by some people.

UNN Lite • May 15, 03:07 AM • 144370 views
Counteraction to dumping and audit of suppliers: the State Defense Department told on what conditions new tenders for the supply of food for the Armed Forces were announced

The State Defense Ministry announced tenders for the supply of food to the Armed Forces for the second half of the year with a total value of almost UAH 22. 5 billion.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 08:52 AM • 77517 views
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Economist: Proposals and consultations of KFI experts will be appropriate for the creation of the Register of equipment for the production of tobacco products

To effectively combat the shadow tobacco market in Ukraine, it is necessary to involve experts from Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise in the creation and maintenance of the Register of Tobacco Production Equipment.

Society • May 14, 08:04 AM • 167866 views
Today is the Day of Remembrance of Ukrainians Who Saved Jews During World War II: How Many of Our Compatriots Became Righteous Among the Nations

On May 14, Ukraine honors the memory of people who risked their lives to save Jews from the Nazis during World War II. 2673 of our compatriots were recognized by Israel as Righteous Among the Nations for their heroic deeds.

Society • May 14, 03:37 AM • 32064 views
May 14: International Chihuahua Day, Little Duckling Dance Day

Today, May 14, dog lovers in many countries around the world can join the International Chihuahua Day. The Chihuahua ranks 34th among the most popular dog breeds. The homeland of these pets is Mexico.

UNN Lite • May 14, 03:03 AM • 132847 views
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3D scanning and aerial photography: Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told how the consequences of the destruction caused by Russian aggression are recorded for future courts

Experts from the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise use 3D scanning, aerial photography and other methods to accurately record and document the destruction caused by Russian aggression for use as evidence in future trials.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 12:24 PM • 158605 views
May 13: World Tech for the Future Day, Velcro's birthday

Today, on May 13, all fans of innovation, scientific and technological development, and progress can join the events dedicated to World Engineering for the Future Day.

UNN Lite • May 13, 03:03 AM • 113510 views
Mother's Day in Ukraine, International Nurses' Day, World Plant Health Day. What else can be celebrated on May 12

Today, on the second Sunday of May, loving children of all ages honor their mothers in many countries around the world, including Ukraine. Ukraine joined the celebration of Mother's Day in 1999, and today's event is gradually replacing the Soviet holiday of March 8.

UNN Lite • May 12, 03:17 AM • 118460 views
May 11: International Windmill Day, World Migratory Bird Day

Today, on May 11, everyone can join the event dedicated to one of the most useful inventions in human history - International Windmill Day. Windmills first appeared in ancient Persia.

UNN Lite • May 11, 03:03 AM • 116368 views
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Tea leaves and production waste: experts of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told how counterfeiters fill cigarettes

Experts from the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told how counterfeiters fill cigarettes.

Health • May 10, 07:29 AM • 211509 views
May 10: Cactus Day, World Health Day

Cactus Day was first celebrated in Latin America. The event quickly became popular in many countries around the world where people grow cacti at home. According to scientists, cacti appeared on our planet 30-35 million years ago.

UNN Lite • May 10, 03:09 AM • 114206 views
Increasing the combat unit with striking elements: the Ukrainian Air Force told about the modernization of X-101 missiles by the enemy

The Ukrainian Air Force spoke about the enemy's modernization of X-101 missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 11:51 AM • 17272 views
The weak link: who is dragging Yulia Tymoshenko's party down in the regions

Despite preparations for the upcoming elections, Yulia Tymoshenko's Batkivshchyna party is facing problems in maintaining relations with local communities, especially in Vinnytsia region, where party member Hennadiy Mazur is accused of collaborating with other political forces and pursuing personal interests rather than party goals.

Politics • May 9, 10:03 AM • 363000 views
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We have doubts that the Register of Tobacco Production Equipment as proposed will be as effective as possible - Ruvin

We have doubts that the Register of Tobacco Production Equipment, as proposed, will be as effective as possible, said Oleksandr Ruvin, Director of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise.

Crimes and emergencies • May 9, 08:29 AM • 206562 views
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Constant abuse and inefficient management of Ukrainian land: why experts criticize the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences

Experts criticize the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine for constant abuse, inefficient management of land resources inherited from the Soviet system, and lack of scientific activity.

Economy • May 9, 06:54 AM • 160342 views
May 9: Europe Day, Magnetic Alphabet Day

Today, on May 9, Ukraine, along with all the countries of the European Union, celebrates Europe Day. The event was launched in 1985 during a meeting of the European Council in Milan.

UNN Lite • May 9, 03:11 AM • 122534 views