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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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International Tea Day, Day of Court Employees of Ukraine. What else can be celebrated on December 15

December 15 is International Tea Day, as well as the professional holiday of the Ukrainian judiciary, which is dedicated to the founding of the General Court of the Ukrainian People's Republic in 1917.

UNN Lite • December 15, 04:17 AM • 36088 views
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Distinguishing cultural property from antiques - Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told about the peculiarities of examination of seized private collections

The experts of the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise are examining the seized private collections, including those of Viktor Medvedchuk, to establish their cultural value and authenticity within the framework of criminal proceedings.

Crimes and emergencies • December 14, 11:39 AM • 241341 views
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The reform proposed by the Ministry of Defense will lead to cheaper meat supplied to military units - Association of Meat Industry

The reform proposed by the Ministry of Defense will lead to cheaper meat being supplied to military units, said Mykola Babenko of the Meat Industry Association.

Politics • December 14, 11:27 AM • 226928 views
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The Ministry of Defense has the political will to put things in order in the procurement of food for the army, and Arsen Zhumadilov has the experience - expert

The expert believes that the Ministry of Defense has the political will to put things in order in the procurement of food for the army, and Arsen Zhumadilov has experience.

Politics • December 14, 08:05 AM • 158151 views
Historic EU summit starts today: will European leaders agree to start negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU

The two-day EU summit that begins today will focus on the question of whether to start negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU. Zelenskyy said that a positive decision to start negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU should be made based on the implementation of all recommendations.

Politics • December 14, 05:37 AM • 33052 views
Today is the Day of honoring the liquidators of the Chernobyl accident

Today, Ukrainians honor the liquidators of the Chornobyl accident. They remember both the tragedy of April 26, 1986, and the more than 600,000 people who eliminated the consequences of the largest man-made disaster.

Society • December 14, 05:09 AM • 27218 views
"Zorya - Breidablok: where to watch the final match of the Conference League group, who is the bookmakers' favorite

Today in Poland, Zorya will play the final match of the Conference League group tournament against Icelandic Breidablick without a chance to advance. Bookmakers favor Zorya.

Sports • December 14, 04:43 AM • 27794 views
December 14: Monkey Day, World Energy Conservation Day

Today, December 14, is Monkey Day, an event designed to spread awareness about monkeys and their conservation, as some species are on the verge of extinction. It coincides with World Energy Conservation Day, which aims to raise awareness of global warming and encourage energy conservation.

UNN Lite • December 14, 04:12 AM • 25517 views
Groysman's majority in the Vinnytsia Regional Council was deprived of the right to influence the budget: Media explained the reason

Serhiy Borzov, head of the Vinnytsia regional military administration, signed the 2024 budget without council approval, citing the unconstructive position of the majority under the influence of Groysman's party.

Politics • December 13, 12:30 PM • 27291 views
Strikes on Kyiv: Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise explained why the enemy attacks the capital with S-400 missiles

Kyiv was attacked by Iskander-M and S-400 missiles, which were intercepted. Experts suggest that Russia has switched to ballistic missiles because of the ineffectiveness of drone strikes on the capital.

War in Ukraine • December 13, 10:14 AM • 36339 views
"Porto vs Shakhtar: where to watch the decisive match of the Champions League group stage, who is the bookmakers' favorite

Today, Shakhtar Donetsk meets Porto in the final match of the Champions League group stage. The Ukrainian team needs a victory to qualify for the playoffs. The game will take place at the Dragau Stadium in Porto and will start at 22:00 Kyiv time.

Sports • December 13, 05:17 AM • 34353 views
December 13: International Violin Day, Choose a Pathologist Friend Day

International Violin Day is celebrated in honor of the popularity of this instrument since the Renaissance, and the first modern violin, created by Andrea Amati, dates back to the mid-16th century.

UNN Lite • December 13, 04:23 AM • 31659 views
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If producers participate directly, the price will be lower - Ukrtsukor on the idea of the Ministry of Defense to hold food tenders without intermediaries

"Ukrtsukor supports the idea of direct participation of producers in defense tenders, as this will lead to lower prices without intermediary markups. This step is aimed at enabling Ukrainian producers to compete fairly.

Economy • December 12, 08:13 AM • 132948 views
Today is the Day of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine - the main striking force in countering Russian aggression

Ukraine celebrates the Day of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces on December 12, honoring the main force that is countering Russian aggression, which currently numbers about 250,000 people. The holiday was introduced by a presidential decree in 1997.

Society • December 12, 05:13 AM • 103790 views
International Neutrality Day, World Universal Health Coverage Day. What else can be celebrated on December 12

Today, on December 12, 2017, the International Day of Neutrality has been celebrated at the initiative of the United Nations since 2017. At the moment, by calling for peace and neutrality, the UN is actually condoning the Russian aggressor.

UNN Lite • December 12, 04:17 AM • 50489 views
More than two thousand foreign components found in the wreckage of Russian weapons - Ruvin

Over 2000 foreign components in Russian weapons identified.

War in Ukraine • December 11, 10:22 AM • 33103 views
Will Groysman be able to wash his hands of it: what the dirty water of Vinnytsia's water utility hides

Will Groysman be able to wash his hands of it: what the dirty water of Vinnytsia's water utility hides.

Politics • December 11, 09:09 AM • 434523 views
December 11: International Mountain Day, Tango Day

December 11 is International Mountain Day. Mountains cover about one quarter of the surface of our planet and are home to almost 10% of the world's population. December 11 is also International Tango Day and the day UNICEF was founded

UNN Lite • December 11, 04:19 AM • 33857 views
Today is International Human Rights Day: human rights situation in Ukraine

International Human Rights Day marks the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; Ukraine has an ambiguous situation with human rights: they are recognized at the constitutional level, but numerous cases are being considered by the European Court of Justice.

Society • December 10, 05:18 AM • 51824 views
December 10: Nobel Day, Charity Day in Ukraine

On December 10, Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite and founder of the Nobel Prize, which has been awarded since 1901 in various fields, including economics since 1969, is remembered. This day also marks such international events as the Day of Charity in Ukraine and the Day of Animal Rights Protection.

Society • December 10, 04:28 AM • 45231 views
Chessmen are being assembled: companies involved in the import of electronics for missiles and drones are on Ukraine's new sanctions list

Ukraine imposes sanctions on firms for supplying electronics used in russian missiles and drones, revealing a complex international supply chain that involves several countries to circumvent Western restrictions.

War in Ukraine • December 9, 08:15 AM • 105970 views
International Genocide Remembrance Day - Russia will be held accountable for its crimes against the Ukrainian people

On December 9, the whole world commemorates the victims of genocide, remembering historical atrocities such as the Holocaust, the Holodomor, the Srebrenica massacre, and other massacres based on ethnicity, nationality, religion, or other grounds. Russia's war against Ukraine is also an act of genocide.

Society • December 9, 05:40 AM • 39553 views
Today is International Anti-Corruption Day: the situation in Ukraine

Today is International Anti-Corruption Day, which commemorates the signing of the UN Convention against Corruption in 2003. Ukraine, which ratified the Convention in 2006, ranked 116th in last year's Corruption Perceptions Index.

Society • December 9, 04:57 AM • 36088 views
Llama Day, International Day of Veterinary Medicine. What else can be celebrated on December 9

Today is Llama Day. According to scientists, the ancestors of llamas and camels appeared on the territory of modern North America about 40 million years ago. Later, some of these animals migrated to South America, and some to Asia.

UNN Lite • December 9, 03:37 AM • 32703 views
Water pollution in Vinnytsia significantly exceeds established standards - Kuzin

More than 400 water samples were taken from the city's water supply network and other water sources. Almost 30% of the samples exceeded the standard for microbiological indicators, which is a significant deviation from the norm.

Society • December 8, 02:06 PM • 27971 views
December 8: Brownie Day, Time Traveler's Day

Today, sweet tooths around the world celebrate Brownie Day, a chocolate dessert created in 1893. For science fiction fans, December 8 is Time Traveler's Day.

UNN Lite • December 8, 04:31 AM • 53647 views
December 7: World Ukrainian Handkerchief Day, International Civil Aviation Day

December 7 is the World Day of the Ukrainian Headscarf. In Ukraine, the headscarf has long been considered a talisman and a symbol of freedom and love. On this day, workshops and competitions for the ability to tie a headscarf are held

UNN Lite • December 7, 04:27 AM • 32808 views
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Ukrainian traitors: Kiva, Medvedchuk, Kovalev, Shepelev and others - someone was killed, and someone was practically released by the judges

Today, the odious traitor of Ukraine and collaborator Ilya Kiva was killed in russia. Our sources in the law enforcement agencies reported that this was a special operation of the SBU. Subsequently, the GUR of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine confirmed the fact of the liquidation of the collaborator. UNN decided to remember which of the traitors of the Ukrainian people suffered the same fate, who is alive and well hiding in russia, or in other countries.

Politics • December 6, 07:51 PM • 144221 views
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Russia's war crimes: this is the first time that representatives of the International Criminal Court have encountered such a scale – KNIISE

Experts of the International Criminal Court support Ukraine's efforts to document alleged genocide and war crimes related to Russian aggression, noting that this is the first time that such large-scale crimes have been identified.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 03:05 PM • 153127 views
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Hepatitis A outbreak in Vinnytsia region: waterborne infection is considered as one of the main versions

An outbreak of hepatitis A is being investigated in the Vinnytsia region of Ukraine, with waterborne transmission believed to be one of the main sources. The final cause has not yet been established.

Health • December 6, 07:39 AM • 139301 views