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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 the Border Guard of Ukraine - the guardians of our country's borders were the first to engage in an unequal battle with the aggressor's troops

Today, April 30, Ukraine celebrates Border Guard Day. The event was established in 2018 to commemorate the fact that in 1918, the Ukrainian People's Republic troops counterattacked the border of the young Ukrainian state.

Society • April 30, 03:39 AM • 20645 views
April 30: International Jazz Day, Hairstyle Day

On April 30, music lovers around the world celebrate International Jazz Day, established by UNESCO in 2011 in honor of the unique improvisational musical style with deep African roots that originated in New Orleans.

UNN Lite • April 30, 03:03 AM • 129445 views
The experts of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise discussed with foreign partners the algorithm of actions in case of possible use of chemical warfare agents by the enemy

The experts of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise discussed with foreign partners the algorithm of actions in case of possible use of chemical warfare agents by the enemy.

War in Ukraine • April 29, 02:09 PM • 20615 views
X-Files: Tymoshenko's MP denied access to his declarations for no apparent good reason

Secret Files: Tymoshenko's MP has closed access to his declarations for no apparent good reason.

Politics • April 29, 11:08 AM • 319047 views
April 29: All-Ukrainian Football Day, World Wish Day

On April 29, 1992, in Uzhhorod, the Ukrainian national football team played its first ever official match, losing to the Hungarians with a score of 1-3. Yurii Shelepnytskyi became the first captain of the team, and Ivan Hetsko scored the first goal of the Ukrainian national team.

UNN Lite • April 29, 03:09 AM • 138076 views
April 28: World Day for Safety and Health at Work, Biological Clock Day, Palm Sunday

The event was launched in 2003 by the International Labor Organization. The struggle of employees for their rights began in Great Britain during the Industrial Revolution.

UNN Lite • April 28, 03:17 AM • 111428 views
World Veterinarian Day, Diaper Day, Morse Code Day. What else can be celebrated on April 27

Today, on the last Saturday of April, all pet owners can thank the people who keep their pets alive and healthy and join the celebration of World Veterinary Day.

UNN Lite • April 27, 03:32 AM • 117661 views
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Military, fire, technical, engineering and environmental examinations - experts of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise continue to establish the consequences of the enemy's occupation of the Chornobyl zone

Experts from the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise continue to establish the consequences of the Russian occupation of the Chornobyl nuclear power plant and the exclusion zone, investigating the weapons used, environmental pollution and damage caused.

War in Ukraine • April 26, 02:17 PM • 187700 views
Media provocations are being prepared against the new team of the Ministry of Defense: who is behind it and why the SBU should intervene

The new team of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is facing a powerful information attack and potential dirty media provocations, probably organized by former food suppliers to the Armed Forces, who are seeking to restore their monopoly on the food supply market of the Armed Forces.

Crimes and emergencies • April 26, 01:52 PM • 317514 views
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If low-quality food is delivered to a military unit, the commissary must draw up an act, and the supplier will receive a fine - DOT

If a military unit receives substandard food, the head of the food service must draw up an act. The supplier will be fined 20% of the cost of the substandard food and must replace it within 24 hours.

Society • April 26, 08:28 AM • 87630 views
Smokescreen: who and why is hindering the adoption of important changes to the legislation on tobacco market de-shadowing

The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance, Taxation and Customs Policy does not support the creation of a unified database of tobacco product samples, which could become one of the key tools in the fight against counterfeiting, illegal production and sale of cigarettes.

Economy • April 26, 06:43 AM • 311876 views
The Anniversary of the Chornobyl Disaster: The Liquidators' Feat, the Consequences of the Tragedy, and Russian Attempts to Cause a New Man-Made Disaster

On April 26, 1986, the world's largest man-made disaster occurred at the Chornobyl nuclear power plant due to unprofessional actions and design flaws in the reactor, which caused explosions, fires, radiation exposure, and long-term devastating consequences.

Society • April 26, 04:07 AM • 24274 views
April 26: International Intellectual Property Day, World Women's Health Day

Today, on April 26, in many countries around the world, people who have patented their inventions, written a work or done something else original thanks to their intellectual abilities can join events to mark the International Day of Intellectual Property.

UNN Lite • April 26, 03:03 AM • 136990 views
World Penguin Day, International DNA Day. What else can be celebrated on April 25

Today, on April 25, animal rights activists and wildlife lovers around the world are joining various events to mark World Penguin Day. According to scientists, penguins appeared on our planet about 23 million years ago. The first written mention of penguins dates back to 1487

UNN Lite • April 25, 03:17 AM • 150034 views
April 24: International Guide Dog Day, Stationery Day

Today, on the last Wednesday of April, many countries around the world are holding various events to celebrate the International Guide Dog Day, an event dedicated to four-legged friends and indispensable assistants of blind people.

UNN Lite • April 24, 03:09 AM • 137913 views
China significantly increased supplies of navigation equipment and components for military equipment to Russia - media

China has significantly increased supplies of navigation equipment and components for military equipment to Russia, which has allowed Russia to accelerate arms production and strengthen its defense against the Ukrainian counteroffensive in 2023.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 02:14 PM • 18121 views
Due to the non-fulfillment of the contract, the DOT completely refused the services of another food supplier for the Armed Forces

Due to the failure to fulfill its contractual obligations, the State Logistics Operator refused to use the services of Tviy Khlib LLC and redistributed the volume of supplies to other companies to deliver food to the Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 09:53 AM • 83837 views
April 23: World Book and Copyright Day, All-Ukrainian Psychologist Day

On World Book and Copyright Day, UNESCO celebrates the importance of protecting literary works and the rights of authors. The first copyright laws appeared in the 18th century.

UNN Lite • April 23, 03:03 AM • 132435 views
The evidence base being prepared in Ukraine will not allow the enemy to avoid responsibility for the crimes committed - international experts have familiarized themselves with the research of Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise

International experts have praised the evidence base prepared by Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise. It will not allow Russia to avoid responsibility for war crimes against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 11:52 AM • 51224 views
April 22: International Mother Earth Day, Passover begins for Jews

On International Mother Earth Day, events are held around the world to address environmental issues and honor the amazing wealth of the planet. One of the symbols of the event is the Peace Bell, which embodies the unity between all the peoples of our planet.

UNN Lite • April 22, 03:09 AM • 153903 views
April 21: World Fish Migration Day, Day of Creativity and Innovation

On World Fish Migration Day, events are held to draw attention to the decline in migratory fish populations. Since 1970, their number has decreased by 76% due to dam construction, climate change, and overfishing, which threatens freshwater ecosystems.

UNN Lite • April 21, 03:19 AM • 130603 views
DOT finds three new food suppliers for the Armed Forces: they will replace companies that did not fulfill contracts

"The State Logistics Operator has signed contracts with three new companies - Adeline LLC, Okhtyrka Meat Product LLC, and Agroprodprom-Service Trading Company LLC - to supply food to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, replacing suppliers that were unable to deliver.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 11:54 AM • 100655 views
Environment Day in Ukraine, Volunteer Appreciation Day, International Circus Day. What else can be celebrated on April 20

The full-scale Russian invasion has changed the meaning of this event, as the restoration of Ukraine's environment after Russian war crimes may take many years and require significant funds.

UNN Lite • April 20, 03:13 AM • 142492 views
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"Get these mafia Ukrainians out of here!": a scandal erupted in Vietnam involving Ukrainian orphans and their guardian

A Ukrainian woman reported the beating of children at a Vietnamese school. The school accuses the woman of abuse and violence against children, the embassy is preparing their evacuation.

Society • April 19, 03:15 PM • 602275 views
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Former prosecutor Viktor Chumak: Hrynkivtsi does not care how they will look in the eyes of society

The Hrynkivychs, who are suspected of causing almost a billion hryvnias in damage to the state by failing to fulfill contracts for the supply of clothing for the Armed Forces, do not care how society perceives them if their defense tactics help them avoid prison.

Society • April 19, 12:04 PM • 103148 views
Pro-Russian coven in Vinnytsia region fails: details

Residents of several settlements in Vinnytsia region ignored a meeting of citizens, which, according to the organizers, was supposed to turn into an unauthorized rally with anti-Ukrainian slogans.

Politics • April 19, 08:45 AM • 492903 views
April 19: Snowdrop Day, Garlic Day

Today, on April 19, all fans of flowers and spring beauty can join the celebration of Snowdrop Day. The event is celebrated in April because it was founded in 1984 in the United Kingdom, where these flowers appear in this month.

UNN Lite • April 19, 03:07 AM • 134686 views
Pro-Russian forces are raising their heads in the Vinnytsia region: who is behind them

Pro-Russian forces are raising their heads in the Vinnytsia region: who is behind them.

Politics • April 18, 01:51 PM • 504648 views
April 18: Day of Historical and Cultural Monuments of Ukraine, International Jugglers' Day

Ukraine's cultural heritage includes more than 70,000 sites in more than 1,400 settlements. Russian military aggression has caused serious damage to it.

UNN Lite • April 18, 03:17 AM • 117503 views
Today is World Hemophilia Day: how many people in Ukraine suffer from this incurable disease

On World Hemophilia Day, April 17, events are being held around the world to raise awareness of hemophilia, a rare genetic disorder that disrupts blood clotting and causes excessive bleeding.

Health • April 17, 04:07 AM • 26174 views